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  4. 18 Make-Ahead Easter Appetizers

18 Make-Ahead Easter Appetizers

Updated March 31, 2020
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Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Whether you are serving an elegant, no-holds-barred Easter dinner or a casual post-egg hunt lunch, it never hurts to have a few appetizers on hand to satisfy hungry guests. These make-ahead appetizers, perfect for Easter, are easy to prepare in advance. Keep your holiday meal preparations simple with these crowd-pleasing bites. 

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Chevre and Mango Steak Bites

Chevre and Mango Steak Bites
Credit: Annabelle Breakey

Chevre and Mango Steak Bites Recipe

Cut chilled grilled steak when ready to assemble appetizers and slice it very thinly (less than 1/4 inch, if possible). The finished appetizers can be covered and chilled for up to 6 hours.

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Everything Bagel Cheese Ball

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Everything Bagel Cheese Ball Recipe

The mega-flavor of an everything bagel can be rolled into a savory, satisfying cheese ball that your guests are sure to love. Prep the cheese ball in advance and roll it in everything spice blend just before your friends arrive for an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer. 

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Shrimp Rémoulade Deviled Eggs

Shrimp Remoulade Deviled Eggs
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Food Styling: Amy Wilson

Shrimp Remoulade Deviled Eggs Recipe

Everyone will love this unique twist on deviled eggs featuring flavorful shrimp, spicy Creole mustard, and lots of garlic.

 

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Artichoke and Spinach Dip

Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Artichoke and Spinach Dip Recipe

Everyone will love this healthier, colorful update on a crowd favorite. Leftovers are delicious tossed with hot pasta (but there probably won't be any leftovers!) 

 

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Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip

Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip
Credit: Greg DuPree

Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip

Here's a lighter, more colorful take on the usual chips and dip. Beet chips are so easy to make using just a microwave, and the flavorful dip adds a tangy edge to this easy appetizer.

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Green Pea and Parsley Hummus

Green Pea and Parsley Hummus
Credit: Jennifer Causey

Green Pea and Parsley Hummus Recipe

With a bright green hue and plenty of flavor, this hummus looks great on the table and tastes wonderful when paired with your favorite crackers and veggies.

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Leek and Broccoli Tartlets with Pancetta

Leek and Broccoli Tartlets with Pancetta
Credit: John Kernick; Stylist: Alistar Turnbull/Pat Bates and Associates

Leek and Broccoli Tartlets with Pancetta Recipe

Using prebaked phyllo shells makes these tartlets a breeze. Stuff with pancetta and an egg custard filling featuring leeks, onions, and broccoli rabe for a colorful appetizer that celebrates the flavors of spring.

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Bacon-Smoked Paprika-Cheddar Bars

Bacon-Smoked Paprika-Cheddar Bars
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck

Bacon-Smoked Paprika-Cheddar Bars Recipe

These savory cheddar bars marry the smoky flavors of bacon and paprika for an irresistible appetizer. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden, then cool on wire racks for 30 minutes. If preparing ahead of time, be sure to store bars in an airtight container.

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Savory Crisps with Bacon and Rosemary

Savory Crisps with Bacon and Rosemary
Credit: Andrew Thomas Lee; Styling: Kaitlyn Du Ross

Savory Crisps with Bacon and Rosemary Recipe

This four-ingredient appetizer couldn't be any easier. Wrap a mix of saltine and round buttery crackers in bacon, then bake until crisp and tuck a small sprig of rosemary underneath. Store in the fridge until ready to serve, then reheat.

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Pigskins in a Blanket

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Credit: Quentin Bacon

Pigskins in a Blanket Recipe

Take the "pig" out of pigskins in a blanket with this kid-friendly appetizer featuring fully-cooked chicken sausages. Swapping puff pastry for crescent roll dough adds richness and flavor while keeping preparation simple.

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Wild Mushroom Bruschetta

Wild Mushroom Bruschetta
Credit: Randy Mayor; Cindy Manning Barr

Wild Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe

This wild mushroom bruschetta calls for topping slices of toasted country bread with cooked, chopped wild mushrooms and shavings of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

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Pickled Cherries

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Pickled Cherries Recipe

Warm spices and a sweet-tart brine make these cherries ideal with duck or pork. Chop a few and add to a cream-cheese-topped biscuit with country ham for a sweet and salty Southern canapé.

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Mini Cheese Balls

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Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Mini Cheese Balls Recipe

Almond milk cream cheese and goat cheese combine in these easy-to-make miniature cheese balls. Set these out on the appetizer tray and watch them disappear at record speed! 

 

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Cheesy Crustless Mini Quiches

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Credit: Kate Sears; Styling: Lynn Miller

Cheesy Crustless Mini Quiches Recipe

These tasty mini quiches are an easy way to please a crowd. For this snack, feel free to add another type of cheese to suit your preferences, or whatever you already have in your fridge.

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Caprese Skewers

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Caprese Skewers Recipe

Insalata Caprese is a simply prepared Italian salad made from vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and olive oil. We've taken similar ingredients and threaded them onto wooden skewers to create these bursting-with-flavor handheld appetizers.

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Lemon-Herb Butter

Lemon-Herb Butter
Credit: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Lemon-Herb Butter Recipe

Flavored butter is an elegant yet easy appetizer. Just stir together softened butter with fresh chives, parsley, and lemon zest. Refrigerate the herbed butter until ready to serve, then let soften at room temperature and pair with crackers and cut vegetables.

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Classic Pimiento Cheese

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Classic Pimiento Cheese Recipe

Make this classic Southern favorite ahead of time for a perfect appetizer option to serve with crackers, chips, or sandwiches.

 

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Herby Lamb and Turkey Meatballs

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Herby Lamb and Turkey Meatballs Recipe

The possibilities are endless with these simple baked meatballs. By combining lamb and turkey, the meatballs possess that signature lamb flavor without costing an arm and a leg. If lamb isn't your cup of tea (in terms of price or flavor), feel free to substitute for more ground turkey. Stick them with a toothpick and serve them as an easy appetizer alongside a lemony, herby yogurt dip. The fresh herbs and bold cumin pair beautifully with plain yogurt, tangy cheeses, and creamy dressings and condiments, like tahini.

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    1 of 18 Chevre and Mango Steak Bites
    2 of 18 Everything Bagel Cheese Ball
    3 of 18 Shrimp Rémoulade Deviled Eggs
    4 of 18 Artichoke and Spinach Dip
    5 of 18 Beet Chips with Turmeric-Yogurt Dip
    6 of 18 Green Pea and Parsley Hummus
    7 of 18 Leek and Broccoli Tartlets with Pancetta
    8 of 18 Bacon-Smoked Paprika-Cheddar Bars
    9 of 18 Savory Crisps with Bacon and Rosemary
    10 of 18 Pigskins in a Blanket
    11 of 18 Wild Mushroom Bruschetta
    12 of 18 Pickled Cherries
    13 of 18 Mini Cheese Balls
    14 of 18 Cheesy Crustless Mini Quiches
    15 of 18 Caprese Skewers
    16 of 18 Lemon-Herb Butter
    17 of 18 Classic Pimiento Cheese
    18 of 18 Herby Lamb and Turkey Meatballs

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