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Easter gatherings are a great time to enjoy delicious food and spend quality moments with family and friends. While the main meal usually takes center stage, serving tasty appetizers helps keep everyone satisfied and happy as they wait.
These easy-to-prepare dishes add color, flavor, and variety to your Easter celebration.
Whether you prefer classic bites, fresh seasonal veggies, or creative new recipes, here are 13 tasty Easter appetizers your guests will love to snack on this year.
1. Deviled Eggs
Prepare hard-boiled eggs, slice them in half, and fill with a creamy mixture of mayo, mustard, salt, pepper, and a dash of paprika. Top each with fresh chives or crispy bacon bits for added color and flavor. They’re classic, easy, and always popular at Easter gatherings.
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2. Mini Ham and Cheese Sliders
Slice small rolls and layer sliced ham and Swiss or cheddar cheese inside. Brush tops with melted butter mixed with mustard, garlic powder, and parsley, then bake until golden. These warm, savory sliders are a delicious handheld appetizer that guests will devour quickly.
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3. Caprese Skewers
Thread fresh mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves onto small skewers or toothpicks. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then season with salt and pepper. Simple yet elegant, these tasty bites offer fresh, bright flavors perfect for spring.
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4. Spinach Artichoke Dip
Mix chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, garlic, and shredded mozzarella cheese, then bake until hot and bubbly. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices or crunchy veggie sticks. This creamy, flavorful dip is comforting and always disappears fast.
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5. Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
Slice cucumbers into rounds and spread each with a thin layer of cream cheese mixed with dill and lemon zest. Top with small pieces of smoked salmon, fresh dill, and a sprinkle of black pepper. These bites are refreshing, elegant, and perfect for Easter brunch.
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6. Carrot-Shaped Cheese Ball
Shape a cheese mixture of cream cheese, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, and green onions into a carrot shape. Roll in finely shredded cheddar cheese, and use parsley or celery leaves for the carrot top. It’s festive, tasty, and a fun conversation starter.
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7. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
Wrap fresh asparagus spears in thin bacon slices, drizzle lightly with olive oil, then bake until the bacon is crispy and asparagus tender. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving. This savory and satisfying appetizer pairs well with other spring dishes.
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8. Fruit and Cheese Board
Arrange slices of various kinds of cheese (cheddar, brie, gouda), fresh seasonal fruits (grapes, berries, apple slices), nuts, and crackers on a large platter. Add honey or fruit preserves for extra sweetness. Easy to prepare, visually appealing, and offers something for everyone.
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9. Mini Quiches
Fill mini tart shells or muffin tins with whisked eggs, diced veggies like spinach or mushrooms, ham or bacon, and shredded cheese. Bake until golden and puffed. These mini quiches are perfect bite-sized treats guests can easily grab and enjoy.
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10. Bruschetta
Top toasted baguette slices with fresh diced tomatoes, minced garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Fresh, bright, and flavorful, this appetizer adds color to your Easter menu.
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11. Easter Veggie Platter
Arrange crisp veggies like carrots, celery, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers around bowls of creamy ranch dip or hummus. Add festive touches like bunny-shaped veggie cutouts. It’s colorful, healthy, and easy for guests to nibble on.
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12. Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon
Wrap thin slices of salty prosciutto around bite-sized pieces of cantaloupe or honeydew melon. Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze or honey, and sprinkle with fresh mint or basil. The sweet and salty combination creates a flavorful appetizer perfect for spring.
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13. Mini Chicken Salad Croissants
Fill miniature croissants with creamy chicken salad made with diced chicken, mayo, celery, grapes, and chopped nuts. Garnish with lettuce or baby spinach leaves for added freshness. These little sandwiches are satisfying, tasty, and easy to prepare ahead.
