Your Thanksgiving meal already takes a lot of effort to put together, so let us help you cut some corners. If you want to serve up an assortment of appetizers to keep your holiday guests munching while you finish all the main courses, we have more than 50 simple recipes to give you a head start. There's everything from an assortment of dips to food you can throw in your slow cooker the day before and forget about. Keep reading for all the possibilities, and if all else fails, remember that many restaurants are open on Thanksgiving and sometimes it's just easier to take everyone out for dinner instead!
I Want More! Get our newsletter by tapping the button below. Instant Subscribe By signing up, I agree to the Terms & to receive emails from POPSUGAR. 1. Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates 
For a savory start to your holiday meal, try these bite-size treats.
Get the recipe: prosciutto-wrapped feta-stuffed dates
2. Caprese Skewers 
Take a classic caprese combination and put it on a skewer for a handheld appetizer.
Get the recipe: caprese skewers
3. Spicy Pimento Cheese 
Kick your appetizer up a notch with this spicy dip that goes perfect with bread or crackers.
Get the recipe: spicy pimento cheese
4. Cheese Plate 
It's so easy to lay out a beautiful cheese plate to keep your house guests content while you finish the main courses.
Get the recipe: cheese plate
5. Creamy Herb Dip 
A simple vegetable platter is made even better with this tasty herb dip.
Get the recipe: creamy herb dip
6. Feta With Honey and Pine Nuts 
This appetizer has a sweet tang to it, thanks to the flavor combination.
Get the recipe: feta with honey and pine nuts
7. Gruyère Cheese Straws 
Your guests won't be able to eat just one of these delicious cheesy straws.
Get the recipe: Gruyère cheese straws
8. Roasted Fig and Goat Cheese 
This delicious appetizer comes together in practically no time — and with so few ingredients.
Get the recipe: roasted fig and goat cheese
9. Cheese Ball 
You can't go wrong with a cheese ball! This classic cheese ball recipe will be loved by everyone.
Get the recipe: cheese ball
10. Cranberry Crostini 
Start your meal with Fall flavors right off the bat with this cranberry dish.
Get the recipe: cranberry crostini
11. Deviled Eggs 
You could serve your deviled eggs with your meal, but if your guests are hungry before the rest of the meal is ready, these make a great appetizer.
Get the recipe: deviled eggs
12. Roasted Red Pepper and Bacon Goat Cheese Truffles 
These tiny appetizer bites pack a huge flavor punch.
Get the recipe: roasted red pepper and bacon goat cheese truffles
13. Brie and Pear Toasts With Thyme and Honey 
Who says toast is only for breakfast? It also makes a killer appetizer.
Get the recipe: brie and pear toasts with thyme and honey
14. Pumpkin Dip 
Turn your favorite Fall ingredient into an appetizer with this dip.
Get the recipe: pumpkin dip
15. Roasted Pumpkin Seed Hummus 
Put a new spin on hummus by making it with pumpkin seeds.
Get the recipe: roasted pumpkin seed hummus
16. Crispy Sweet Potato Wontons 
These crunchy little snacks will keep your guests happy before the big show.
Get the recipe: crispy sweet potato wontons
17. Sweet and Spicy Rosemary Cheddar and Gorgonzola Pumpkin Crackers 
Set these crackers around your house for people to munch on.
Get the recipe: sweet and spicy rosemary cheddar and Gorgonzola pumpkin crackers
18. GruyGruyère Gougères 
These bite-size appetizers are so full of cheesy goodness.
Get the recipe: Gruyère gougères
19. Rosemary Pecans 
Pecans get an upgrade with the addition of hearty rosemary.
Get the recipe: rosemary pecans
20. Avocado Hummus 
No meal is complete without avocado! You can even include this ingredient in Thanksgiving by making it into hummus.
Get the recipe: avocado hummus
21. Bacon, Cheddar, and Horseradish Cheese Ball 
Try a different take on the cheese ball by adding bacon to it.
Get the recipe: bacon, cheddar, and horseradish cheese ball
22. Peppadew Peppers Stuffed With Whipped Feta Cheese 
These stuffed peppers couldn't possibly be easier to put together.
Get the recipe: peppadew peppers stuffed with whipped feta cheese
23. Air Fryer Baked Brie With Cranberry Filling 
If you've got an air fryer, this is the appetizer for you! Bake your brie in it, and it serve with whatever crackers or bread suits your meal.
Get the recipe: air fryer baked brie with cranberry filling
24. Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip 
This savory dip goes great with pita.
Get the recipe: artichoke and sun-dried tomato dip
25. Cheddar Bacon Cheeseball 
Try this recipe for a different kind of bacon cheeseball.
Get the recipe: cheddar bacon cheeseball
26. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bites With Cream Cheese 
Anything wrapped in bacon is a great start to a meal.
Get the recipe: bacon-wrapped asparagus with cream cheese
27. Caprese Bruschetta 
Stick with the ultimate classic caprese bruschetta to kick off your Thanksgiving this year.
Get the recipe: caprese bruschetta
28. Pumpkin and Brie Crostini With Candied Nuts 
These little treats look a lot more elaborate than they really are.
Get the recipe: pumpkin and brie crostini with candied nuts
29. Sun-Dried Tomato Cheeseball 
Try making your cheeseball with sun-dried tomatoes for a heartier flavor.
Get the recipe: sun-dried tomato cheeseball
30. Spinach Feta Mini Pies 
Your guests will love how cute these tiny pies are, and they'll love them even more once they bite into them.
Get the recipe: spinach feta mini pies
31. Smoked Salmon, Avocado, and Cucumber Bites 
All it takes is stacking a few ingredients on top of one another to make this appetizer.
Get the recipe: smoked salmon, avocado, and cucumber bites
32. Crock-Pot Grape Jelly Meatballs 
These meatballs have a fun ingredient you wouldn't expect: grape jelly!
Get the recipe: Crock-Pot grape jelly meatballs
33. Fried Green Tomatoes With Buttermilk Feta Dressing 
If you can find green tomatoes, fry them up for an appetizer.
Get the recipe: fried green tomatoes with buttermilk feta dressing
34. Spinach Artichoke Wontons 
Do something different with your typical spinach and artichoke combination by making them into wontons.
Get the recipe: spinach artichoke wontons
35. Crispy Smashed Potatoes With Green Goddess Goat Cheese 
There's a little bit of everything in each of these tasty bites.
get the recipe: crispy smashed potatoes with green goddess goat cheese
36. Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups With Feta 
You'll get a hearty serving of vegetables with this appetizer.
Get the recipe: grilled zucchini roll-ups with feta
37. Brie, Fig, and Prosciutto Crostini 
These little appetizers will look so classy on your Thanksgiving table.
Get the recipe: brie, fig, and prosciutto crostini
38. Prosciutto Potato Skewers With Cherry Goat Cheese 
Throw all your ingredients on a stick to make it easier for your guests to grab and go.
Get the recipe: prosciutto potato skewers with cherry goat cheese
39. Margherita-Style Charred Broccoli Slabs 
You'll need some hefty pieces of broccoli for this recipe.
Get the recipe: margherita-style charred broccoli slabs
40. Loaded Smoked Gouda Garlic Bread 
The Gouda in this appetizer will get you super excited to dig into your Thanksgiving meal.
Get the recipe: loaded smoked Gouda garlic bread
41. 7-Layer Dip 
There are seven layers of delicious to this appetizer.
Get the recipe: 7-layer dip
42. Grilled Shrimp 
If you've got good enough weather to grill outside, you can whip up these shrimp.
Get the recipe: grilled shrimp
43. Sriracha Deviled Eggs 
Make your deviled eggs spicy with a touch of sriracha.
Get the recipe: sriracha deviled eggs
44. Asparagus and Brie Puff Pastry With Thyme Honey 
These pastries look like a lot of work, but they're super simple.
Get the recipe: asparagus and brie puff pastry with thyme honey
45. Roasted Red Pepper Dip 
Dip crackers or bread into this red pepper concoction.
Get the recipe: roasted red pepper dip
46. Baked Zucchini Chips 
Make a different kind of chip by baking these zucchini slices.
Get the recipe: baked zucchini chips
47. Pesto Parmesan Spinach Balls 
These bite-size appetizers have a whole lot of zing from the pesto.
Get the recipe: pesto Parmesan spinach balls
48. Spicy Cauliflower Cheese Bites With Tahini Ranch 
The real star of this appetizer is the tahini ranch.
Get the recipe: spicy cauliflower cheese bites with tahini ranch
49. Roasted Sweet Potato Salad With Black Beans, Pomegranate, and Avocado 
Start your meal on a refreshing note with this salad.
Get the recipe: roasted sweet potato salad with black beans, pomegranate, and avocado
50. Cheesy Tuscan Sausage Dip 
This dip is ooey and gooey and might keep your guests too preoccupied to show up for turkey!
Get the recipe: cheesy Tuscan sausage dip
51. Puff Pastry Snowflake Tart 
Get yourselves ready for snowy weather with this festive snowflake tart.
Get the recipe: puff pastry snowflake tart
