Kick the Spring Feast Off Right with an Easy Easter Appetizer
The Easter feast is nearly here! To help you kick off the meal in style, you'll want one or two good Easter appetizers ready for guests to nibble on while the ham finishes cooking, and you make sure all your Easter side dishes are ready.
Perhaps something light and spring-like, such as Snap Pea Pesto and Shrimp Crostini or maybe a Spring Crudités Board. You could also go with something more substantial and fun like Fried German Potato Salad Bites. It's never a bad idea to make something classic. Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms are always a crowd pleaser.
We've got those recipes and more, ready to help make your Easter a success! Now all you need to do is plan out the egg decorating and the egg hunting activities!
Snap Pea Pesto and Shrimp Crostini
This twist on traditional pesto will become a family favorite. Milder than basil, snap peas offer a bright, extra-fresh flavor that pairs well with shrimp and is perfect for whetting appetites. This recipe serves 6-8, but it doubles easily if you're feeding a bigger crowd.
Get the recipe for Snap Pea Pesto and Shrimp Crostini.
Asiago Cheese Biscuits with Prosciutto
Ham biscuits are never out of place at Easter. We've make a couple upgrades, including mixing cheese into the biscuit dough!
Get the recipe for Asiago Cheese Biscuits with Prosciutto.
Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Peppadews
This may be our hands-down favorite appetizer no matter what the celebration!
Get the recipe for Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Peppadews.
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms
Here's a classic appetizer that never goes out of style. Serve a plate and watch them disappear!
Get the recipe for Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms.
Fried German Potato Salad Bites
These perfect party bites are practically a spring picnic all by themselves!
Get the recipe for Fried German Potato Salad Bites.
Cornmeal Butter Biscuits with Chive Butter
Give us all the carbs, please! This simple country recipe is a must-have at dinners of all stripes, especially Easter! Your guests will love this cornmeal twist on a classic. (Looking for a classic biscuit recipe? Try our Mile-High Flaky Biscuits.)
Get the recipe for Cornmeal Butter Biscuits with Chive Butter.
Snap Pea Salad with Feta, Almonds, and Prosciutto
This big, fresh, green salad is just the thing for kicking off an Easter meal. Don't forget the creamy herb dressing! It's light enough that it won't ruin the main event, but it will keep your guests from getting too hungry.
Get the recipe for Snap Pea Salad with Feta, Almonds, and Prosciutto.
Leek, Mushroom, and Escarole Salad
Sweet spring leeks are a delicious addition to any good Easter salad. This hearty mushroom-filled dish is a great first course. It's a great starter for any vegetarians at the table.
Get the recipe for Leek, Mushroom, and Escarole Salad.
Buttered Leek and Gruyère Galette
Want an appetizer that's a little more splashy for your Easter Feast? This rustic, savory, cheese and leek pie has a stunning presentation and will definitely whet the appetite! Although it looks impressive, it's actually quite easy to assemble.
Get the recipe for Buttered Leek and Gruyère Galette.
Honey-Apple Baked Brie with Fried Sage
Baked brie looks like it took hours to make, but puff pastry makes it simple. This pretty dish is a great first course, but can also sit on a snack table for grazing.
Get the recipe for Honey-Apple Baked Brie with Fried Sage.
Smashed Acorn Squash and Garlicky Walnut Crostini
Slow roasted squash turns sweet and almost creamy, making it perfect for topping on toasts, and garnishing with blue cheese and walnuts.
Get the recipe for Smashed Acorn Squash and Garlicky Walnut Crostini.
Salt-Cured Egg Yolks over Steamed Asparagus
Take a couple minutes to prep these salt-cured egg yolks a week or so before Easter. Then just shave them over fresh asparagus on the big day: they add a ton of flavor, and will absolutely delight guests.
Get the recipe for Salt-Cured Egg Yolks over Steamed Asparagus.
Spring Crudités Board with White Bean-and-Pea Dip
This double-dip-worthy white bean spread is key, but the real star of this app is the colorful assortment of crunchy veggies. Best part? This whole appetizer is make-ahead, so you can just set it right down when everyone's ready to eat.
Get the recipe for Spring Crudités Board.
Steamed Artichokes with Smoked Paprika Aioli
Want to serve an easy easter appetizer that's nearly as beautiful as it is tasty? These sweet globes are practically an event.
Get the recipe for Steamed Artichokes.
Salmon Patties
These easy, elegant, kid friendly patties are so tasty, the plate'll be empty before you can finish setting it down!
Get the recipe for Salmon Patties.
Baked Deviled Crab
This yummy seafood app looks beautiful served in crab shells, but you can also purchase foil or glass deviled crab shells, for serving.
Get the recipe for Baked Deviled Crab.
Salmon Rillettes
Rillettes are not only a classic old-fashioned dish, but an impossibly tasty cracker topping. Make plenty of this make-ahead appetizer. It's sure to disappear fast.
Get the recipe for Salmon Rillettes.
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
If you're looking for an easy make-ahead Easter appetizer, look no further. These kid-friendly pinwheels can be made the day before and simply reheated in the oven before serving.
Get the recipe for Ham and Cheese Pinwheels.
Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs
Is it even a party without deviled eggs? Here, the classic "caviar of the South" makes a perfect filling.
Get the recipe for Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs.
Shaved Asparagus and Parmesan Salad with Raisins
A light salad is a great option for a healthy Easter appetizer round, and this shaved asparagus salad will hit the spot.
Get the recipe for Shaved Asparagus and Parmesan Salad.
Sliced Radish and Radish Leaf Toasts with Lemon Butter
These radish toasts are the perfect finger food to pass around at your Easter gathering for a crispy, bold bite.
Get the recipe for Sliced Radish and Radish Leaf Toasts.
Marinated Squash Tart
This tangy tart is sure to be a hit among the array of appetizers at your Easter party.
Get the recipe for Marinated Squash Tart.
Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread
Fire up your grill to make this cheesy dip recipe, and then let everyone dig in during the egg hunt!
Get the recipe for Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip.
Mozzarella, Red Pepper, and Bacon Skewers
These skewers are tasty but light, so they won't fill you up before the big meal.
Get the recipe for Mozzarella, Red Pepper, and Bacon Skewers.
Crème Fraîche-and-Pea Deviled Eggs
Take advantage of pea season and make these Easter treats.
Get the recipe for Crème Fraîche-and-Pea Deviled Eggs.
Polenta Cakes with Sautéed Mushrooms
For a hearty starter, dole out a delicious polenta cake for each guest—and don't be surprised if they ask for seconds.
Get the recipe for Polenta Cakes with Sautéed Mushrooms.
Zucchini-and-Pecorino Fritters
Bake these crispy fritters in the oven and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Get the recipe for Zucchini-and-Pecorino Fritters.
Rustic Tomato Galette
Store-bought piecrust makes this crispy galette so simple to put together among the rest of your Easter dishes.
Get the recipe for Rustic Tomato Galette.
Pimento Cheese
Whip up this homemade pimento cheese recipe, and pair with crackers for an easy snack to serve party guests.
Get the recipe for Pimento Cheese.
Ham Biscuit Sandwiches with Apricot Mustard
It's not Easter Sunday without homemade biscuits, and these are to-die-for: buttery, flaky, and fresh. Add sweet apricot and tangy mustard, and you've got the ultimate, crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Get the recipe for Ham Biscuit Sandwiches.
Bacon Lettuce Cups
Crumbled blue cheese adds a creamy bite to these crunchy cups. Save time by cooking your bacon in an air fryer.
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Whipped Ricotta and Grilled Bread
Top off your velvety ricotta with a savory blend of sliced garlic, fresh thyme, and olive oil.
Get the recipe for Whipped Ricotta and Grilled Bread.
Sweet-and-Salty Feta Cubes
Put together in just 15 minutes, it doesn't get any easier—or tastier—than these three-ingredient bites.
Get the recipe for Sweet-and-Salty Feta Cubes.
Chorizo-and-Manchego Crostini
A spread of apricot jam offers subtle sweetness to the slices of meat and cheese.
Get the recipe for Chorizo-and-Manchego Crostini.
Cajun Sausage Puffs with Bourbon Mustard
Think of these puffs as an upgraded version of pigs in a blanket.
Get the recipe for Cajun Sausage Puffs.
Herbed Goat Cheese Dip
This delicious dip will be devoured in no time. Serve it with your favorite chips or breadsticks.
Get the recipe for Herbed Goat Cheese Dip.
Gruyère and Sesame Twists
Want to make your own breadsticks for that dip? These easy-peasy-cheesy breadsticks are perfect.
Get the recipe for Gruyère and Sesame Twists.
Buttermilk and Hatch Chile Grits
These Mason jar grits are perfect for a big family feast, no matter the celebration.
Get the recipe for Buttermilk and Hatch Chile Grits.
Texas-Style Pimento Cheese
Paired with our Masa Biscuits, this pimento cheese packs a big punch on Easter Sunday.
Get the recipe for Texas-Style Pimento Cheese.
Apricot-Prosciutto Focaccia
You had us at "focaccia," but the surprising combo of apricot and prosciutto doesn't hurt either.
Get the recipe for Apricot-Prosciutto Focaccia.
Tomato-Manchego Tartlets
Tomatoes are the star of this bright spring recipe.
Get the recipe for Tomato-Manchego Tartlets.
Carrot Chorizo Blini
These savory mini pancakes take little effort but pack a big taste.
Get the recipe for Carrot Chorizo Blini.
Cheddar Popovers
Trade in traditional bread rolls for these Cheddar popovers. You won't regret it.
Get the recipe for Cheddar Popovers.
Pastry-Wrapped Asparagus with Balsamic Dipping Sauce
Pastry-wrapped asparagus paired with herb-infused balsamic vinegar is basically a match made in heaven.
Get the recipe for Pastry-Wrapped Asparagus.
Mushroom-and-Asparagus Pizzas
Mushroom-and-asparagus pizza make for an easy appetizer and a way to showcase some springtime veggies.
Get the recipe for Mushroom-and-Asparagus Pizzas.
Strawberry Bruschetta
Throw your Easter guests for a loop by trading in savory bruschetta for a sweeter version.
Get the recipe for Strawberry Bruschetta.
Deviled Eggs with Cilantro, Jalapeños, and Curry
If you love Indian food and curry, then you won't be able to resist these deviled eggs with an extra kick.
Get the recipe for Deviled Eggs.
Rosemary Brioche Rolls
Rosemary makes these fragrant, buttery rolls extra special—no one will be able to resist.
Get the recipe for Rosemary Brioche Rolls.
Grilled Artichokes with Harissa-Honey Dip
Grilled artichokes make a delicious appetizer, especially when paired with this sweet and spicy dip.
Get the recipe for Grilled Artichokes.
Ricotta-Pea Spread
Serve this delicious spread on toasted baguette slices or as a dip with crudité.
Get the recipe for Ricotta-Pea Spread.
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