Make-Ahead Cold Appetizer Recipes
40+ Make-Ahead Appetizers, the Secret Weapon of Smart Hosts Everywhere
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With so many moving pieces to manage, planning and hosting a party can frazzle even a seasoned host. But, it doesn't have to be that way — at least, it doesn't have to be as stressful as you might imagine. The smart host's secret is to do as much of the party prep as you can in the days prior to your party. That means choosing a pitcher-friendly cocktail, stocking up on groceries early, and relying mostly on make-ahead appetizers that can be served cold, like the 40+ options that we've rounded up.
Make-Ahead Appetizer: Tiki Snack Mix
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Lightened-Up Pimento Cheese Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Gruyère Gougères
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Creamy Herb Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Baked Rosemary Beet Chips
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Miso Hummus
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Rosemary and Smoked Salt Roasted Almonds
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Pumpkin Goat Cheese Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Peppadew Peppers Stuffed With Whipped Feta
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Spicy Hummus
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Roasted Chipotle-Tomatillo Salsa
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Apricot Jalapeño Spread
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Rosemary Cheddar Gorgonzola Pumpkin Seed Crackers
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Peppery Ranch Cheese Ball
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Garam Masala Spiced Popcorn
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Pineapple Pickle Salsa
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Maple Glazed Mixed Nuts with Candied Bacon
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Greek-Yogurt-Based French Onion Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Spicy Marinated Olives
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Cheesy Phyllo Crackers
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Beet Hummus
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Rosemary-Sesame Pecans
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Green Goddess Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Parmesan, Black Pepper, and Thyme Crackers
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: 5 Ingredient Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Smoky and Spicy Almonds
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Roasted Red Pepper and Bacon Goat Cheese Truffles
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Spicy Sweet Potato Hummus
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Herbed Cheese Straws
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Green Olive Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Vegan Red Lentil Paté
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Meditteranean-Spiced Chickpeas
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Pepper Jelly
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Baba Ghanoush
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Parmesan Ranch Cheez-It Snack Mix
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Avocado Hummus
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Marinated Goat Cheese With Olives
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Beet Mint Yogurt Dip
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Bacon, Cheddar, and Horseradish Cheese Ball
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Make-Ahead Appetizer: Roasted Pumpkin Seed Hummus
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