If you have to be at a potluck in a matter of a few hours, there are plenty of easy potluck ideas that require a minimal amount of time and will still impress the guests — several don't even involve a trip to the store! Whether you're throwing a potluck or attending one, check out our fave easy-peasy potluck recipes that will get you ready to go ASAP.
What are the best foods to bring to a potluck?
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The best foods to bring to a potluck are easy-to-make dishes and finger foods like cheese dip, corn on the cob, casseroles, guacamole, slow cooker mac and cheese, potato salad, caprese, charcuterie boards, jalapeño poppers, sliders, pinwheels, and pasta salad. Your potluck dish should be ready to eat when you arrive to the function. Attendees should be able to eat the treat you brought straight off a plate, so soups and stews aren't recommended. We have all the fuss-free recipes you need to prepare for a potluck!
What can I bring to a potluck without cooking?
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Store-bought chips and dip, sweet tea, bread rolls, ice cream, fruit salad, charcuterie cheeses and meats, and veggie trays are all fantastic options to bring to a potluck. No cooking necessary! If you're not going the food route for your upcoming potluck, volunteer to bring napkins, cups, utensils, and paper towels. The potluck host will thank you!
What to bring to a potluck last minute?
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Easy, quick snacks that you can make without needing to heat up anything are your best bet for last-minute potluck prep. Dips, guacamole, lettuce wraps, salsa, salad, and no-bake finger foods are all great options.
What snacks do you bring to a potluck?
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Potato chips, pigs in a blanket, fruit kebabs, hummus and pita bread, roll-ups, bruschetta, cookies, brownie bites, deviled eggs, and potato skins are stellar snacks to bring to a potluck. You want to pick up snacks that are easy to eat and easy to clean up, too.
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Pastitsio
This baked pasta dish hails from Greece, and it has a tomato-meat-bechamel filling for a cozy, hearty dish. (via Brit + Co)
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Butter Board
If this TikTok trend isn't for serving a crowd, we don't know what is. Smear butter on a small cutting board, then have fun decorating your snack with everything from seasonings to hot honey. (via Brit + Co)
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Spinach Dip
Trust us, everyone's gonna be shoveling this creamy, leafy dip once you set it out. Spinach dip is always a good potluck idea! (via Brit + Co)
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Easy Potluck Idea for Green Goddess Salad
This salad is so easy that you'll be able to fix enough for your guests without a hitch. The cheesy, garlicky, citrus dressing tastes just as good as it sounds, and the *crunch* this salad delivers is out of this world. (via Brit + Co)
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Rainbow Bread
Okay – we already love bread, but rainbow bread? We will never pass up the opportunity to make this colorful recipe. We're pretty sure that your friends will agree, especially if there are children involved. (via Brit + Co)
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Instant Pot Chicken Pasta
Our tummies are always grumbling for pasta, and this hearty potluck recipe has got to be the best use of the carb. The thing that truly makes this a genius potluck idea is that you can transport it from place to place without taking it out of the Instant Pot. (via Brit + Co)
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Citrus Rosé Sangria Recipe
Sangria is a great cocktail for cookouts and potlucks alike, because it's super easy to make in large batches. This recipe boasts all your favorite summer citrus fruits, forming a refreshing sip. (via Brit + Co)
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Tomato Basil Orzo
This orzo recipe from Half Baked Harvest is served cold, which means you can make it ahead of time and just keep it in the fridge until you're ready to leave. This is the ultimate easy potluck dish! (via Brit + Co)
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Hummus
Once you make this gorgeous and easy hummus recipe for your potluck, you can serve it with an array of colorful veggies, chips, and other dippers that bring the snack table to life. (via Brit + Co)
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Dirty Soda
Okay, this one might not seem like your average potluck recipe, but considering all you need is soda and coffee creamer to make it, it's hard to ignore. We love this potluck-friendly drink. If you like cream soda, we're sure you'll love it too! (via Brit + Co)
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Gluten-Free Baked Avocado “Fries”
We love French fries. We love avocados. This potluck idea is a match made in heaven. (via Brit + Co)
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Easy Potluck Idea for Crock Pot Corn On The Cob
Need to cook 20 cobs of corn for the potluck, but don't have a ton of time? Throw them in your crock pot and let them marinate in a homemade garlic butter sauce for an easy side dish that comes together without too much effort. (via Brit + Co)
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Cauliflower Rice Keto Casserole
If your potluck ends up being on a rainy, chilly day (i.e. you'd rather be curled up with a book than outdoors), consider a veggie-packed casserole that will warm everyone up. This healthy recipe features chicken, veggies, and plenty of cheese. (via Brit + Co)
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Al Pastor Tacos
Tacos in all forms are a glorious ode to the potluck, but this pineapple al pastor version truly lives rent-free in our heads. This recipe yields a deliciously juicy taco filling that you can totally prep in-advance for your next function. (via Brit + Co)
Gentl and Hyers
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
You will always have something to eat (and share for a potluck) when you bust out this pasta recipe. It's made of all pantry staples: spaghetti, olive oil, garlic, anchovies, red peppers, and whatever herbs you have. (via Where Cooking Begins / Brit + Co)
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Spicy Sriracha Dip
Dip is the *easiest* potluck snack ever. Whip up this spicy one and load up the plate with veggies, chips, crackers, or whatever you like to dunk! (via Brit + Co)
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Charcuterie Board
This is the perfect large group appetizer, especially if that group is comprised of all your gal pals. There's nothing better than a board slathered with gourmet meats, cheeses, and the best finger foods around. Let's get to snacking! (via Brit + Co)
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Elote Pasta Salad
If you can't get enough of this Mexican dish, try it in pasta form! It still has all the delicious ingredients found in authentic elote, just deconstructed with some pasta added in. Considering we'll eat nearly anything if there are noodles involved, this sounds good to us! (via Brit + Co)
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DIY Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
Among many upsides, slow cookers are also great for making our favorite dish: mac and cheese. It's easy, tasty, reliable, and you'll have a *ton* of macaroni and cheese when you're done. Who wouldn't want that? (via Brit + Co)
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These little buffalo sliders are a cinch to make. The secret (and time-saving) ingredient? Rotisserie chicken! (via Brit + Co)
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Mini Baked Potatoes
While these little spuds might take a bit longer than most recipes on this list, they are totally worth it. Both you and your guests will be happy you took the extra time when you taste the robust flavors. (via Brit + Co)
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Spring Salad Recipe
This salad might have "spring" in the title, but don't be fooled: the ingredients will still taste amazing in the summer, fall, and winter. (via Brit + Co)
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Southern Biscuits
There's truly no better potluck idea than slathering succulent biscuits with hearty, flavorful chicken and dipping them in some dang good dipping sauces. With this potluck-ready recipe, you can have all of that, and more. (via Brit + Co)
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Layered Fruit “Cake”
Stack rings of watermelon and cantelope, then fill with a sweet yogurt, whipped cream filling for a healthy and refreshing potluck dessert. (via Brit + Co)
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Carrot Hot Dogs
Whip up a bunch of these plant-based babies before your BBQ potluck, and just bring all your favorite hot dog toppings in various Tupperware. Assemble, dig in, repeat. (via Brit + Co)
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DIY Cheese Crisps
Swap your potato chips for these crunchy crisps made out of shredded cheese. The jalapeños in the center add an extra kick, but you can remove the seeds to take some of the spice out! (via Brit + Co)
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Keto Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
You can just grab one head of lettuce at the grocery store, and you'll have enough wraps to feed your whole potluck! Leave out the cheese and walnuts if you prefer plain chicken salad, but we'd recommend at least trying the toppings out. (via Brit + Co)
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Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
A combo of lime juice, garlic, salt, and spices transforms plain shrimp into a tasty dish that you will not want to miss. Pair the shrimp with your favorite peppers, and you have a dinner you'll want to make over and over (and over) again. (via Brit + Co)
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Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
Whether you're having sandwiches, tacos, or you're just digging into this beef brisket with a fork, every meat lover at your get-together will love this slow cooker recipe. (via Brit + Co)
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
Chocolate + peanut butter = pure heaven. Whip up this no-bake cake in no time for your next potluck dessert. (via Brit + Co)
Forks and Foliage
Easy Toum Lebanese Garlic Dip
This dip goes with just about everything you could think of. Veggies and chicken are the best dipping foods to pair with it, but Gladys recommends dipping French fries in the garlicky dip! Our favorite part of this recipe might just be the fact you don't need a food processor to make it. (via Forks and Foliage)
The Recipe Critic
Bacon Guacamole Potluck Idea
Arriving with chips and guac in hand always ensures your popularity among the potluck party. The fact that this guacamole is chock-full of bacon means you'll be a whole celebrity. (via The Recipe Critic)
Joe's Healthy Meals
Cucumber Bites
This snack is cost effective, since two cucumbers will yield almost 30 of these tasty bite-sized treats. Prep these cucumber bites for your next potluck, or an easy and healthy recipe. (via Joe's Healthy Meals)
Cookie and Kate
Fresh Mango Salsa
Homemade salsa always tastes so much better than the stuff you can get off the shelves. This simple, colorful mango salsa is sure to be a hit come Taco Tuesday. (via Cookie and Kate)
The Real Food Dietitians
Gluten-Free Flatbread Pizzas
Gluten-free guests will be elated when they see there's something at the potluck they can actually eat. The toppings on this flatbread are so delicious that even if you're not gluten-free, you'll love how the rich flavors come together. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
The Recipe Critic
Creamy Pea Salad With Bacon
It's a lot easier to load up on green veggies when they're paired with crispy bacon and an ultra-creamy sauce. Don't skimp on the red onions — they really liven up the whole dish. (via The Recipe Critic)
Averie Cooks
Grilled Mexican Corn (Elote)
Plain corn on the cob is such a classic potluck staple, but it's even better than usual when smothered in mayo, crema, cotija cheese, chili powder, and a spritz of lime juice – elote style. (via Averie Cooks)
Two Peas & Their Pod
Summer Farro Salad
The granola guests will appreciate that you brought this healthy offering to the potluck. This colorful salad recipe features plenty of veggies, fruit, and whole grains. (via Two Peas & Their Pod)
The Recipe Critic
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Pack your pasta salad with savory ingredients like olives, feta cheese, salami, and sun-dried tomatoes to craft a Mediterranean-inspired dish. Toss it all with kale and chopped cucumber for a nice hit of freshness. (via The Recipe Critic)
Letty's Kitchen
Curried Brown Rice Veggie Salad Potluck Dish
Cater to the vegetarians at the potluck by serving a hearty rice salad, made with plenty of veggies for fiber and nuts and edamame for protein. (via Letty's Kitchen)
Wondermom Wannabe
Easy Potluck Idea for Instant Pot Loaded Baked Potato Salad
The instant pot makes cooking big-batch recipes lickety-split. Steam potatoes in record time, then add in all your favorite toppings to make an easy dish. (via Wondermom Wannabe)
Foodiecrush
Caprese Pasta Salad with Garlic Marinated Tomatoes
Shake up your usual pasta salad routine by swapping macaroni for spaghetti. Fresh tomatoes, capers, and bocconcini (tiny balls of mozzarella) round out this easy potluck dish. (via Foodiecrush)
Half Baked Harvest
Crispy Roasted Cauliflower Hummus
Make this hummus as a side dish or appetizer, and then bring everything you could possibly want to dip: crackers, carrots, peppers, and celery. The sky's the limit! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Feel Good Foodie
Raspberry Iced Tea
Iced tea is a summer staple as far as we're concerned, and this raspberry iced tea is going to make even the most dedicated soda fan want a glass. Your potluck friends won't be able to get enough! (via Feel Good Foodie)
A Spicy Perspective
Healthy Strawberry Pineapple Sherbet
This no-churn sorbet recipe only takes five minutes to make, which means it's the perfect last-minute potluck recipe for when you're crunched for time. Frozen strawberries and pineapple will give it that ice cream consistency! (via A Spicy Perspective)
Culinary Hill
Mexican Tortilla Roll Ups
Pinwheels are some of the best finger foods around because they're great for people who love every kind of food, and they generally contain ingredients that appeal to picky eaters. Plus, they're very affordable to make. (via Culinary Hill)
Barley & Sage
Soft Pretzel Bites with Mustard Cheese Dip
Soft pretzels and cheese dip are a classic combo for movie nights and potlucks alike. The real star of this recipe is the mustard cheese dip, which is comprised of cheddar, dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper. (via Barley & Sage)
Salt & Lavender
Easy Potluck Idea for Jalapeño Poppers
We're huge fans of spicy food, and jalapeño poppers are one of our favorite potluck apps. The cheese evens out the spice from the pepper. Plus, this version has bacon. (via Salt & Lavender)
The Recipe Critic
Asian Grilled Flank Steak
What we love about serving rare, grilled flank steak at a party is that it's finger-lickin'-good, hot or cold. Serve with lettuce leaves and marinated cucumbers so guests can make their own steak wraps. (via The Recipe Critic)
Crazy For Crust
Ham and Cheese Croissant Sliders
Balance out all those frilly salads at the potluck by serving a tray of ooey, gooey croissant sliders. Stuff them with ham and cheese, then brush with butter, top with poppy seeds, and bake until warm. We're salivating already. (via Crazy For Crust)
Foodiecrush
Montreal Steak and Pepper Kebabs Potluck Idea
Even inexpensive steak gets tenderized and flavorful, thanks to a zippy Montreal steak seasoning blend made with red wine vinegar. Stack your delicious steak cuts on a skewer among grilled veggies for a hearty potluck snack. (via Foodiecrush)
Leite's Culinaria
Blueberry Hand Pies
Blueberry hand pies are sturdy enough to remain intact even after a ride in the car. Use canned blueberry pie filling and store-bought pie crust for this potluck dessert if you're really pressed for time. (via Leite's Culinaria)
Averie Cooks
Easy Potluck Idea for Crustless Fresh Strawberry Pie
Embrace the flavors of summer with a crustless strawberry pie that puts the best fruit front and center. (via Averie Cooks)
Averie Cooks
Loaded M&M Oreo Cookie Bars
Even if you don't keep M&M's and Oreos in your pantry, you can easily sub them out with your favorite candy bars for an equally scrumptious dessert. While you're picking up the candy for this recipe, buy a box of cookie mix to prep everything if you're really crunched on time. We won't tell. (via Averie Cooks)
Spicy Southern Kitchen
No-Bake Nutella Pie
Feed dessert to a crowd without even turning on your oven with this easy recipe for fluffy, mousse-like, no-bake pie. (via Spicy Southern Kitchen)
Trial and Eater
Potluck Recipe for Apple Nachos
Melted peanut butter over apples is a tasty, but healthy snack or dessert. Add cacao nibs and chopped nuts, and you're good to go. Feel free to swap the PB for seed butter if you can't have nuts! (via Trial and Eater)
Amanda Wilens
Black Bean Corn Salsa
Your potluck partygoers will love sinking their teeth into this chunky medley of fresh veggies and black beans! Serve with tortilla chips, or use this salsa to drizzle atop a freshly grilled steak. (via Amanda Wilens)
Sprinkles and Sprouts
Vegetarian Mexican Pinwheels
Make these Mexican pinwheels up to a full day in advance, or put them together right before you get to the party. Accommodating vegetarians has never been so easy. (via Sprinkles and Sprouts)
The Girl On Bloor
Best-Ever Italian Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is sure to be an exceptional pairing to whatever you've got going on the grill. (via The Girl On Bloor)
Meg's Everyday Indulgence
Buffalo Chicken Coleslaw
Creamy coleslaw's tastier than ever when it gets a fiery kick from Buffalo sauce. Make this easy coleslaw recipe as a side dish to top sandwiches or meats with! (via Meg's Everyday Indulgence)
The Fast Recipe
Chicken Salad with Cranberries
Chicken salad is a no-fail, always-fresh selection for potluck parties. This one achieves the ultimate balance between sweet and savory with the addition of cranberrries. (via The Fast Recipe)
Pink Owl Kitchen
Southern Style Mac & Cheese
What's a potluck without potluck sides that accentuate the main entrees? Southern Mac & Cheese is a comforting staple that everyone will be doubling back for. (via Pink Owl Kitchen)
Whole and Heavenly Oven
Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip with Caramelized Onions
Dips are an essential add to any potluck spread and they're so easy for those of us who lose track of time. This savory take on the classic spinach dip is bound to be a crowd pleaser. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)
Kathryn's Kitchen
S'mores Snack Mix
Just pour this yummy mix into a bowl and you're all set! (via Kathryn's Kitchen)
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No matter what kind of day you're having, Marissa Cooper's having a worse one. Mischa Barton's The O.C. character went through the ringer during the first three seasons of the teen drama (remember how she overdosed in Tijuana...and also saw her parents post-hookup after their divorce?).
And during her time on The O.C., Mischa Barton struggled with drug and alcohol abuse. She was arrested for a DUI in 2007 and eventually received involuntary psychiatric hospitalization in 2009 after allegedly threatening to end her own life. And in a new interview, Peter Gallagher (who played Sandy Cohen on the show) says he's "just so grateful" for "the fact that she’s still alive."
- Mischa Barton starred alongside Peter Gallagher in The O.C. from 2003-2006.
- The actress has revealed the "trauma" of being a star at that point in her life.
- Peter recently opened up about how he's thankful "she’s still alive."
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The O.C. follows Ryan Atwood, who moves in with the Cohens after getting kicked out of his mom's house, and starts a relationship with Marissa shortly after. While Peter Gallagher played Adam Brody's TV dad instead of Mischa's, Sandy was a definitely father figure for Marissa, and it seems like Peter felt that same responsibility off camera.
"I’ve always felt very protective of her," Peter told The Independent. "First fame is toxic. First fame can kill you. She was 16 years old when she started working with us, so just the fact that she’s still alive, I’m just so grateful."
“You can go to therapy every day for the rest of your life,” Mischa said in a 2023 interview with The Sunday Times. “There’s just a certain amount of trauma [from] all that I went through, particularly in my early twenties, that just doesn’t go away overnight.”
Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage revealed that season 1 overdose not only served as a cliffhanger, but gave “network executives an escape hatch on a performer they had been wary about” (via People). But Mischa Barton got her big break, becoming "how people knew the show," and (thankfully) Marissa recovered — only to die after a car crash in season 3.
As hard as that season 3 ending is to watch, Mischa did have the opportunity to watch it with Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke for the first time on their rewatch podcast. "It needed to be a thing, after everything she's been through, but if it's here I'll watch it with you," Mischa says.
"I couldn't do it, Mischa, I couldn't do it," Rachel adds. "But I'm going to do it if you're going to do it."
Mischa says even though being written off the show "was a little bit of a bummer," it wasn't necessarily a surprise. "The character was just doing too much," she told Vanity Fairin 2023. "And I think they ran out of places for her to go. It was not the best thing in the world, [but] there wasn’t much you could do at that point. It was whether she could sail off into the sunset, or die. At that point, I guess it’s better to have the more dramatic ending.”What did you think of The O.C. season 3 finale? Let us know on Facebook!
Epic appetizers are a must for entertaining year-round, but they're especially important when you're the one doing the hosting. If you need a little inspo, we love starting the party properly with delicious finger food ideas!
If you want to elevate your charcuteries and cheese boards a bit further, skewer those tasty bites with a toothpick so everyone can grab-and-go as they please. Making no-cook finger foods for parties also means you aren't left with tons of dishes, so you can spend more time relaxing post-meal!
Scroll down for the 70 best finger food recipes – from mini BLT sandwiches to chicken and waffles –that are great for picnics, brunches, and parties.
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Chicken Finger Food Recipes Everyone Will Love
Easy Vegetarian Appetizers To Make For Your Next Party
Seafood Hors D'oeuvres Recipe Ideas For Your Party-Goers
Delicious Finger Food Ideas For Meat Lovers
Chicken Finger Food Recipes Everyone Will Love
Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
These taquitos are sooo tasty, and are sure to be a total hit with your guests. A little spicy, a little cheesy, and super easy to prepare, all you need to make them is chicken, buffalo sauce, cheese, and tortillas. Serve them whole, or cut them in half to make them more manageable. (via Brit + Co)
Lemongrass + Sriracha Grilled Chicken Kebabs
Upgrade your weeknight meals with some new flavors. First, create an easy marinade with fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, and Sriracha. Allow some diced chicken to marinate in it for 15 minutes, then thread your veggies onto skewers for a quick and healthy appetizer idea. (via Brit + Co)
Buffalo Chicken Strips with Buffalo Ranch
Buffalo chicken is a no-fail option for entertaining because of its addictive, tangy spice. This finger food recipe crafts the *perfect* strips, along with a satisfying ranch dip to serve. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Chicken Taco Wonton Cups
Wonton cups stuffed with shredded chicken, salsa, taco seasoning, and cheddar, and topped with sour cream and green onion are the ultimate finger food of all finger foods. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Oven-Fried Southern Hot Honey Popcorn Chicken
This recipe seamlessly combines sweet honey, flavorful garlic, and spicy chili powder for a chicken appetizer that will put everyone in a good mood! If you're a fan of more mild food, mess around with the ingredient ratio to figure out which spice level you like the most. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Nuggets + Sauce
If you're looking for a cheaper alternative to your weekly Chick-fil-A order, consider making it yourself! These nuggets make a great addition to any school or work lunch, and all you need to make the dipping sauce is mayo, honey, yellow mustard, barbecue sauce, and lemon juice. Easy peasy! (via A Spicy Perspective)
Chicken Caesar Salad Pinwheels
When you're serving passable dishes, salads can be a bit too fussy for their own good. Get that creamy crunch you desire in an easy-to-eat package by rolling chicken Caesar salad in a tortilla and slicing into some finger food pinwheels! (via Food Fun Family)
Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Chicken marinated in coconut milk and spices becomes *extra* tender and moist on the grill. Pair these skewers with a sweet and sticky peanut sauce for extra flavor. (via Savory Tooth)
Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
Incorporate some zest into your pre-party apps. These lemon + pepper chicken wings can be eaten with ease – but be careful, they'll be gone from the table fast. (via The Fast Recipe)
Beer and Bourbon BBQ Chicken Sliders
You won't go back to regular finger foods once you've braised your chicken in beer and bourbon and slapped it on some small buns. This spirited combo has nothing short of an impeccable impact on the overall flavor of these sliders! (via Averie Cooks)
Hawaiian Chicken Bites
Bring your favorite pizza toppings to cocktail hour with these sweet and sour Hawaiian chicken skewers. Brush 'em with your favorite BBQ sauce and add a chunk of SPAM for authentic flavor! (via Rasa Malaysia)
Chicken Caesar Crostinis
A ripe Caesar salad with rotisserie chicken and bacon ditches the bowl for a baguette in this delish crostini recipe. (via Salt & Lavender)
Mini Chicken and Waffles
There's no shame in using frozen food to your advantage. For this easy finger food recipe, all you need is frozen chicken, mini toaster waffles, maple syrup, sea salt, and herbs. Cook the chicken according the the directions on the package and then dress 'em up by assembling on top of the heated mini waffles and sticking a toothpick through it. (via Almost Makes Perfect)
Easy Vegetarian Appetizers To Make For Your Next Party
Sweet Potato + Goat Cheese + Agave Bites
This finger food recipe is almost too easy to believe! The tasty combo of goat cheese, sweet potatoes, and agave is a simple way to get a healthy dose of vitamin A and calcium, all while still getting a bit of sweetness. Not a fan of agave? Just swap for honey (or hot honey) instead. We'll be making this no-cook finger food for parties all year long. (via Brit + Co)
Individual 7-Layer Dips
The tiny version of this classic taco dip is an excellent finger food, appetizer, or snack. Change up the layers depending on food sensitivities or favorite toppings (we'd go with extra layers of guac!), or if you're throwing a get together, wait until your guests arrive and have them assemble the dips themselves. (via Brit + Co)
Chocolate-Covered Cheese Bites
Thanks to the mix of rich dark chocolate and savory cheese, these bites make for a wonderful sweet and salty treat ahead of dinner (with red wine, of course). This recipe is kid-friendly, since you can make the bites as small as you want. All you need is two ingredients and 30 minutes, which is basically the perfect combo. (via Brit + Co)
Mini Baked Potatoes
We love a baked potato as much as the next person, but sometimes having a giant potato is too much for a side dish, especially if the rest of your meal is already a bit heavy. If that's the case, make these mini potatoes instead! You can still load up on all your favorite toppings, including gooey cheese and bacon bits. (via Brit + Co)
Fruit + Cheese Crostini
With figs, cranberry sauce, brie, and goat cheese, this elevated crostini will quickly become one of your go-to finger food appetizers. And considering we'll eat anything with brie on it, it's one of ours too! The recipe pairs the figs with goat cheese and cranberry with brie, but feel free to mix and match the flavors 'til your heart's content. (via Brit + Co)
No-Bake Baileys Bonbons Recipe
If you're looking for no-cook finger foods for parties that are on the sweeter side, look no further than these boozy, chocolatey bites! With only five ingredients, you can make these in a snap, which is good, because they'll be gone just as quick! Just make sure you serve them right away, or place them in an airtight container and keep 'em in the fridge until it's party time. (via Brit + Co)
Goat Cheese + Strawberry Bites
There's nothing quite like a berry and cheese combo, and this recipe (which matches up rich goat cheese with tart, sweet strawberries) makes for the perfect spring snack. Plus with a mint leaf on top, they're also just gorgeous to look at. (via Brit + Co)
Gluten-Free Baked Avocado Fries
Whether you're cutting out potatoes or you just really love avocados, prepare to have your mind blown by these gluten-free "fries." Top them with garlic salt and dip each one in the spicy aioli to take your appetizer to the next level. (via Brit + Co.)
Garlic Knots
Your guests will undoubtedly love these pillowy-soft garlic knots as a finger food starter. Make sure you supply the sauce with this finger food, too! (via Brit + Co)
Fried Buffalo Goat Cheese Balls
Balls of goat cheese dipped in Panko breadcrumbs are baked in the oven and then drizzled generously with Buffalo sauce. These finger foods are heavenly AF. (viaHalf Baked Harvest)
Figs with Goat Cheese
If a two-ingredient recipe is there, we're there too. This finger food is crafted from just fresh figs and goat cheese. Serve them alongside a honey-balsamic dressing for an elegant added touch. (via Give Recipe)
Caprese Crostini
Top a deck of baguette slices with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic for a refreshing yet comforting finger food recipe. This is one of those no-cook finger foods for parties that we could make every single time! (via Salt & Lavender)
Cranberry Goat Cheese Balls with Rosemary Skewers
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 8 oz goat cheese log
- 16 rosemary sprigs
Directions:
- Start by finely chopping the dried cranberries with pecans. Add dried parsley, salt and pepper.
- Roll 8 oz of goat cheese into 16 balls, then roll them in the crumbs mixture.
- Skewer with a rosemary sprig for an extra festive touch! (via Chef Genevieve LaMonaca)
Air Fryer Black Bean Taquitos
Whipping up finger food recipes using an air fryer is the ultimate life hack. Once you cook the black bean filling for this recipe, you'll wrap it in small tortillas and let those babies air fry to perfection. (via Earthly Provisions)
Deep-Fried Pickle Bites
You'd be insane to not love a pickle snack every once in a while – and deep frying the finger food-sized spears makes them all the more tastier. (via The Edgy Veg)
Nacho Fries with Chipotle Queso
Cheese fries are already tasty on their own, but this Taco Bell-inspired recipe upgrades them with nacho seasoning and peppers. They're great for game day, your next picnic, or will even satisfy the fam come holiday season. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Mini Cheese Balls
These mini cheese bites have everything we love about cheese balls without committing to a giant appetizer that we might not be able to finish. Use a melon baller or a similar scoop to make the balls, and finish by rolling each one in pistachios for extra crunch and saltiness. (via A Spicy Perspective)
Caprese Pesto Tarts
Eat these tarts as a quick bite in the afternoon, or have them for dinner if you end up eating a big lunch! Cherry tomatoes, pesto, and burrata make the perfect finger food trio for a hot summer day. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Vegan Summer Rolls with Miso Dipping Sauce
Guests from all backgrounds will rally around these colorful spring rolls. What makes them salivate-worthy is the sweet-savory miso sauce on the side! (via Crowded Kitchen)
Air-Fryer Zucchini Chips
Panko and Parmesan-coated zucchini slices crisp up *so* nicely in the air fryer. Dip them into a sour cream + Parm sauce for finger food snack time perfection. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Beet Salad on a Stick
Rest assured, your herbivorous friends and fam will flip for this bite-sized combo of beet, goat cheese, arugula, and walnut. We love this fall-inspired dish for Halloween, Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or even Christmas entertaining. Assemble your appetizer and drizzle each one with a honey-balsamic vinaigrette for an added burst of flavor. (via Salty Canary)
Rosemary + Pineapple + Mozzarella Bites
Using a rosemary stem as a skewer to hold your pineapple and mozzarella is both practical and delicious. Not to mention, the presentation of this finger food is pretty spectacular. (via Cook. Craft. Love.)
Plant-Based Sausage Rolls
Use store-bought plant-based sausage to streamline this healthy finger food recipe, and get ready to marvel in excitement once you've crafted the tastiest app around. (via The Edgy Veg)
Spinach and Feta Triangles
This easy finger food recipe earns its charm from phyllo dough, which gets baked to flaky perfection. Spinach and feta are a power combo for sure! (via Vanilla and Bean)
Easy Pesto Tortellini Skewers
If you can boil water, you can make these skewers faster than you can say "tortellini." Dress the sticks up with pesto and sun-dried tomatoes for optimal flavor. (via Foody Schmoody)
Oven-Fried Halloumi Bites with Hot Honey
Cut up some halloumi cheese for these easy bites. It's got a high melting point (you can fry it without it turning into a melty mess), and its natural salty flavor goes great with all kinds of condiments. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Kugel Arancini
Italian arancini gets a Jewish twist with these kugel arancini bites that replace rice with egg noodles and fills them with cheddar and mozzarella. (via Amanda Wilens)
Seafood Hors D'oeuvres Recipe Ideas For Your Party-Goers
Smoked Salmon Poke Bites
If you're not keen on ordering sushi, opt for these easy poke bites, which is basically single-serve deconstructed sushi. Topped with salmon, avocado, and ginger, you still get all your favorite sushi flavors, with the added crunch of the rice cracker. Let's hear it for more no-cook finger foods for parties! (via Brit + Co)
Easy Crab Cakes
Each bite of these finger food-sized crab cakes will leave you and your guests stunned. They surprisingly use a ton of recognizable ingredients (that you likely already have on-hand) to form the patties, all working together to highlight the crab. (via Brit + Co)
Mini Lobster Rolls
Instead of making a giant lobster dip for everyone, split it up into these tiny (and adorable) lobster rolls! Not only will you break it up into smaller portion sizes, but you'll also completely eliminate the chances of double dipping. Win-win. (via Brit + Co)
Grilled Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Simplicity is essential when dealing with sweet, fresh shrimp. A brush of garlic and butter is all you need to enhance its flavor to epic restaurant-worthy levels. Skewer these bad boys for a finger food idea worth serving over and over again. (via Simply Recipes)
Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
Once you combine the tang of deviled eggs with salty slices of smoked salmon, you won't want to make this famous food any other way. (via Kathryn's Kitchen)
Blinis
These blinis (or, to put it simply, tiny pancakes) get topped off with smoked salmon and caviar for a freakin' fancy finger food. (via Clean Cuisine)
Spicy Shrimp and Sausage Skewers
Bring the flavors of New Orleans to your shindig with these Cajun-style skewers! Serve these finger foods with a spicy lemon aioli for dipping and ice-cold beer for sipping. (via Iowa Girl Eats)
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Cucumber Bites
If you're looking for finger food ideas perfect for brunch, look no further than this lox-y lick! Be sure you have cream cheese, dill, horseradish and heavy cream on hand to complete the no-cook recipe. (via Baker by Nature)
Party Shrimp
This recipe was crafted specifically for a par-tay, and it's superb because it only takes like 5 whole minutes to whip up the shrimp. Each bite is bursting with flavor, too! (via The Endless Meal)
Easy Tuna Deviled Eggs
These eggy bites deliver a little bit of everything. First, you've got some fishy tuna, then crunchy peppers, onions, and a sprinkle of dill. (via Where Is My Spoon?)
Cured Brown Sugar Salmon Skewers
Succulent salmon is even tastier when it's coated in brown sugar. Give the fish a quick sear, and each finger food bite will be infused with smokey, caramelized flavor. (via Sprinkles and Sprouts)
Delicious Finger Food Ideas For Meat Lovers
Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes
Bacon wrapped around anything immediately catches our eye, and if you feel the same way then you have to try out these bacon sweet potato bites! With only a little bit of salt and pepper, the natural flavors of the sweet potato and bacon come together flawlessly for an app that everyone will love. (via Brit + Co)
Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Tacos
Tacos are some of the ultimate finger foods *and* party foods, which makes them an excellent choice for celebrating the Super Bowl. The fact that they're made with the slow cooker means they're extra easy. (via Brit + Co.)
Mini Charcuteries
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Grab your charcuterie must-haves, and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Toothpicks (or larger skewers, if you're feeling extra hungry) will help you create kebabs that are sure to make all your guests' mouths water. Our favorite combo is blackberries, brie, and salami, but feel free to play with *all* the meat and cheese combos. (via Brit + Co)
Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Tea Sandwich
Long live the BLT! To turn it into a bite-sized nosh, go for slices of roma tomatoes, and use a cookie cutter to create circles of white bread. These crust-free, dainty bites are the perfect hors d'oeuvre. For the spread, go for something creamy and tangy, like Japanese mayo. (via Oh, How Civilized)
Potato, Bacon, + Caramelized Onion Pierogi
These finger-friendly pierogis pack a meaty punch with bacon wrapped inside. The potato and caramelized onion add to the immense savory vibe of this finger food. (via Vikalinka)
Chinese Dumplings Recipe
These dumplings are filled to the brim with veggies and meat, and the wonton dough only needs two ingredients! While the recipe does call for ground pork or turkey, you can easily leave that out to make these dumplings vegetarian-friendly. The best finger food ideas are stuffed into tiny pockets like these! (via A Spicy Perspective)
Bacon + Cream Cheese Bites Recipe
You can create incredibly easy finger food appetizers with only bread, cream cheese, chives, and bacon. This simple recipe proves it! (via Garnish With Lemon)
Manchego Cheese + Ham + Olive Bites
These no-cook tapas bites are a quick way to satisfy rumbling bellies with minimal effort. Simply slice cheese into cubes, rip ham slices into narrow strips, and fold them on top of the cheese. Try drizzling with some honey after assembling for an added sweet touch! (via My Kitchen Love)
Mini Cheeseburger Appetizers
If you really want to make a statement, go all out and whip up mini cheeseburgers. Frozen rolls, a pound of ground beef, bacon, cherry tomatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, sesame seeds, and lettuce round out the ingredient list for this easy party appetizer. (via Pizzazzerie)
Prosciutto-Wrapped Pears with Blue Cheese
You’ll want to savor each and every bite of these sweet and pungent snacks. Serve these finger foods with a round of bubbly to balance its salty bite. (via Recipe Runner)
Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are great for getting some extra antioxidants and fiber, and the bacon is great for flavor! But on top of how good this finger food recipe tastes, it only takes an hour to make – score! (via Half Baked Harvest)
Saucy Asian Meatballs
Saucy meatballs are a party must-have. It’s doubtful you’ll have leftovers, but if you do, you can serve them over rice for and easy lunch the next day. (via Gimme Some Oven)
West Virginia Pepperoni Rolls Recipe
Great for lunchboxes and afternoon snacks alike, this handheld recipe looks like a plain breadstick, but is actually filled with pepperoni and cheese. It's like a pizza stick! (via A Spicy Perspective)
Asparagus + Ham-Stuffed Puff Pastry Pockets
You and your guests will get a healthy balance of carbs, veg, and meat in these easy-to-make bites. Just buy some pre-made puff pastry dough from the store and roll each piece up with asparagus and ham! (via Woman Scribbles)
Glazed Green Bean Bundles
When glazed in a buttery brown sugar sauce, any vegetable suddenly becomes fun to eat. Add a crispy wrapping of salty prosciutto, and these once-humble green beans are now totally picnic-worthy. (via Blackberry Babe)
Dill Pickle Beef Skewers
A marinade of pickle juice keeps the beef in these skewers ultra-tender and seasoned throughout. Spear each bite with a toothpick along with a tiny gherkin pickle and some fresh dill for a hearty party bite. (via Sprinkles & Sprouts)
Antipasto Skewers Recipe
Wine lover? You can't go wrong with some salty antipasto skewers to pair with your next glass. This is one of the best finger foods for parties to enjoy with wine. (via Tabitha Talks Food)
Filet Mignon Rosemary Skewers
Here’s another way to use some fragrant rosemary sprigs! Skewer pieces of juicy prime rib, roasted mushrooms, and red pepper, so each finger food bite is infused with that woodsy rosemary aroma. (via Give It Some Thyme)
Oven-Baked Greek Meatballs
A platter of these savory Greek meatballs is a hearty appetizer or afternoon snack. To make these lamb meatballs, mix ground beef, ground lamb, finely grated onion, egg, parsley, crumbled feta, Panko bread crumbs, and garlic. Serve them alongside an oh-so creamy tzatziki sauce! (via A Fork's Tale)
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This article has been updated from a previous post published in January 2019. Additional reporting by Chloe Williams and Meredith Holser.
Former Disney Channel star Dylan Sprouse and model Barbara Palvin are certainly living the sweet life after tying the knot in Palvin's native Hungary. The couple, who have been together for nearly five years, have always been pretty low-key — except for the occasional and undeniably adorable Instagram post (and a stunning wedding!). We are simply ~obsessed~ with this celebrity couple, especially after they pulled out all the stops for their couple's Halloween costume. Keep scrolling to see some of their best moments :').
See Dylan Sprouse & Barbara Palvin's Halloween Couple's Costume!
For Halloween Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin stunned as the Phantom and Christine from Phantom of the Opera. Dylan wore a mask and a black cape, while Barbara wore a beautiful white dress. While the costume is obviously a nod to the musical, it also totally reminds us of their day as bride and groom.
"In Sleep He Sang to Me," Barbara said in a post, quoting the musical's titular number. "@dylansprouse my forever Phantom."
Who did Dylan Sprouse marry?
On the couple's wedding day (July 15, 2023), Barbara wore a Vivienne Westwood wedding gown to celebrate her Hungarian nuptials, bringing together their nearest and dearest for an intimate(-ish) celebration. Barbara and Dylan tied the knot on her parent's property, which conveniently doubles as an event venue, with plans to host an larger wedding in California in the fall.
"This past weekend was supposed to be an intimate event, but we ended up having 115 guests in the end because there are a lot of people we care about, and we wanted them all to be there," Barbara told Vogue.
When did Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin get engaged?
After months of speculation surrounding the couple's engagement, Dylan and Barbara confirmed their engagement in conversation with Sprouse's twin brother, actor Cole Sprouse, for V Magazine in June, sharing that they got engaged last September.
"We didn't necessarily feel the need to be fully transparent with the public about that aspect of our engagement," Dylan said. "What we wanted to do with Stephen [Gan, V editor-in-chief] and the V team is make something that was kind of tongue-in-cheek about the nature of private versus public. We're playing with the idea of perception."
Barbara noted that the lovebirds wanted to announce the news "on our time," adding, "When some people leaked the information that we got engaged, our PR team was like, 'Hey, so you guys should do maybe a post about it or talk to this magazine or talk to that magazine…' That really annoyed me because I knew we were building this story up. So, I'm very happy that we ended up doing it our way."
When did Barbara Palvin and Dylan Sprouse start dating?
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See Dylan Sprouse & Barbara Palvin's Dreamy Halloween Costume: "My Forever"According to People, the couple met back in 2017 after a party when the Suite Life On Deck star slid into the model’s DMs (and as they say, the rest is history). The duo made their relationship Instagram official back in 2018 with Barbara’s sweet birthday tribute for Dylan’s 26th birthday.
Let’s be real here for a second though, we all knew they were endgame the minute Dylan went above and beyond to support Barbara at the Victoria Secret Fashion Show that same year (remember this viral video?). Three days after the fashion show, the Hungarian model told Vogue Australia that she hadn’t had a boyfriend in six years, but had now found “the perfect guy” in Dylan (we aren’t crying, you are).
How old are Barbara Palvin and Dylan Sprouse?
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Barbara Palvin was born on October 8, 1993, making her 31 years old. Dylan Sprouse was born on August 4, 1992, meaning he's 32 years old. So there's only a one-year age gap between them!
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2017's The Beguiled gave us one of the best groups of people of all time: Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, Sofia Coppola, and Kirsten Dunst just to name a few. And we're finally getting an Elle and Nicole reunion thanks to Apple TV+! "THRILLED to bring @rufithorpe genius hysterical heart-wrenching heartwarming book to your TV screens alongside a dream group of people!" Elle says on Instagram. Rather than having to test the success of its pilot, the series has already been ordered — even though the book it's based on isn't even out yet! Here's everything you need to know about the series.
- Dakota and Elle Fanning will produce the upcoming Apple TV+ show Margo's Got Money Troubles.
- The series follows Margo, who signs up for OnlyFans after learning she's pregnant.
- The cast includes Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Nick Offerman.
Who's in the Margo's Got Money Troubles cast?
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Margo's Got Money Troubles Cast
We couldn't contain our excitement when we learned Margo's Got Money Troubles will star Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning, but knowing Michelle Pfeiffer is also joining the cast is too much to bear! This is the first time the actress will collaborate with her husband, TV creator David E. Kelley, so we can't wait to see the magic they'll create (via Deadline).
Nick Offerman from The Last of Us and Parks and Rec will also star.
When is Margo's Got Money Troubles coming out?
Margo's Got Money Troubles Release Date
We don't have an official release date for Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman's TV show yet. I'm thinking if the TV show is in the early stages of planning, we could see it in 2025! Check out all of this year's best New TV Shows to hold you over until then.
What is Margo's Got Money Troubles about?
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Margo's Got Money Troubles Plot
Margo Millet is the daughter of a Hooter's waitress named Shyanne (Michelle Pfeiffer) and an ex-wrestler (via Deadline). She's always had to make it on her own, even though she's not sure how. When she enrolls in her local junior college, she's totally unprepared to get swept up into a torrid love affair with her English professor — or to get pregnant.
Now at 20 years old, Margo needs an income and fast. She decides to experiment with OnlyFans and ends up taking some of her estranged father's advice from the world of wrestling to create a character users will fall in love with. You can order the book now!
What is Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman's new TV show?
Margo's Got Money Troubles is coming soon to Apple TV+ thanks to a bunch of different producers. A24 is backing the film, as well as Elle and Dakota Fanning’s production company Lewellen Pictures and Nicole Kidman’s Blossom Films, to name a few.
What else has Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman starred in?
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Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman starred in 2017's The Beguiled. The movie follows John McBurney, an injured Union soldier, who winds up at a female Southern boarding school after deserting the Civil War. But soon, as the women help him, tensions turn to rivalries and friends turn to enemies.
Are you excited for Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman's TV reunion? Let us know what other New TV Shows you're watching in the comments.
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