Get ready for the ultimate tailgating experience with our delicious cold appetizer ideas! From meatballs to deviled eggs and more, we have everything you need to impress your guests. Discover easy recipes and serving tips that will make your tailgate the talk of the season.
Here are many types of recipes that would be good cold tailgating recipes. These are perfect because you do not have to worry about heating anything up! Some ideas could include:
Cold-cut sandwiches or sliders
Cheese and charcuterie boards
Vegetable platters with dips
Deviled eggs
Salads, such as pasta salad or potato salad
Cold soups, such as gazpacho
Wraps or pinwheels filled with meats, cheeses, and vegetables
Stuffed mushrooms
Antipasti skewers
Fruit skewers with yogurt dip
Here are some recipes you might try to make your game day experience unforgettable.
Dips to dive into!
Beer Cheddar Cheese Pretzel Dip (Cold Spread)
This pub-style Beer Cheddar Cheddar Cheese Dip is the perfect spread to serve with pretzels! The main ingredients in this appetizer are cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese and BEER! Best of all, it takes just 5 MINUTES to whip up, just in time for the Big Game!
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Hummus Recipe
The very BEST Hummus Recipe is creamy, smooth, flavorful, and a million times better than even your very favorite store-bought version. Made using a handful of simple pantry ingredients,
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Kickin' Ranch Corn Dip
Dump and Go Corn Dip the perfect party appetizer! Kickin’ Ranch Corn Dip loaded with Ranch, Corn, Green Chilies & Cheese makes it the perfect party appetizer!
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Layered Shrimp Dip
Layered shrimp dip is a delicious seafood appetizer perfect for any party or occasion.
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Texas Caviar
Delicious cold dip loaded with pinto beans, black beans, white corn, green chiles, peppers, and onion topped with a delicious dressing!
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Lipton Spinach Dip
This Lipton spinach dip is a classic recipe! This dip recipe is delicious and goes great with chips, veggies, or crackers.
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Unforgettable homemade deviled eggs
Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs - The Short Order Cook
Dill pickle deviled eggs are a perfect party food. They are both creamy & tangy plus simple to make. This easy recipe is low-carb & keto too.
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Best Smoked Deviled Eggs - CopyKat Recipes
Smoked Deviled Eggs are the ultimate appetizer. Get the easy recipe and learn how to make deviled eggs with a Traeger pellet grill smoker.
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Delicious Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs
Bloody Mary deviled eggs are a favourite creative deviled egg idea. They take the concept of traditional eggs and add in rich ingredients like slaw dressing, pickle juice, tomato paste, paprika, and more, to make a unique gourmet deviled eggs with a Bloody Mary feel.
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Sandwiches to sink your teeth into!
Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
This Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels recipe is loaded with spicy buffalo chicken filling cooled down with tangy cream cheese. Great game day app!
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Ham and Swiss Spirals
Ham and Swiss Spirals are the perfect appetizers for a party! Recreate Nan’s Ham and Swiss Spirals at home.
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Rainbow Wraps
Rainbow Wraps - Our rainbow wraps with dipping sauce are a filling and nutritious midday snack, appetizer, or light lunch. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free!
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Easy Party Appetizer: Taco-Pinwheels
Easy Party Appetizer: Cream Cheese, RO*TEL, Black Beans, Corn, & Spices, all wrapped up in a tortilla make a delicious no-bake, no-cook recipe for a party!
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Turkey Pesto Pinwheel Sandwiches
Turkey pesto pinwheel sandwiches make an eye catching appetizer or a quick lunch. Filled with pesto cream cheese, turkey, and spinach.
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Delicious hand-held appetizers
Cucumber Smoked Salmon Appetizer with Dill Cream Cheese
The easiest appetizer! Fresh and Crispy cucumber slices topped with a creamy dill lemony cream cheese mixture and delicious pieces of smoked salmon.
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Easy Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Peppers
These easy everything bagel cream cheese peppers are the perfect appetizer for game day or any time.
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Ham Pickle Roll Ups (Minnesota Sushi)
Ham Pickle Roll Ups, aka Minnesota sushi, is a simple appetizer made from deli ham smeared with cream cheese wrapped around a pickle. Try seasoning the cream cheese with ranch dressing or everything bagel seasoning.
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Tips for packing up your cold appetizers and taking them on the go!
Here are a few tips for you on how to best pack up your appetizers and take them on to a party!
- Use airtight containers: Keep your cold appetizers fresh and prevent spills by storing them in them.
- Layer with parchment paper: Place parchment paper in between the layers to prevent your appetizers from sticking to each other.
- Keep the temperature in mind: Keep your cold appetizers at the proper temperature by packing them in a cooler or insulated bag with ice packs.
- Use small containers: Opt for smaller containers to make it easier to pack your cooler and to give your guests more options.
- Label containers: Label each container with the name of the appetizer and any allergy or dietary information.
- Pack sturdy options: Choose appetizers that can withstand being transported, such as skewers, meatballs, or wraps.
- Pack garnishes separately: If you're using garnishes such as fresh herbs, pack them separately and add them just before serving.
- Don't forget serving utensils: Pack items such as tongs, spoons, and forks to make it easy to serve your appetizers.
- Keep it simple: Stick to simple appetizers that don't require a lot of assembly or preparation once you arrive at your tailgate.
- Plan ahead: Prep your appetizers the day before your tailgate to save time and stress on the day of the event.
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