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Tasty game day appetizers are one of the most essential parts of watching any sporting event with your friends and family! Whether chips and dips, finger foods, or savory snacks, people come for the game but stay for the food! Make sure everyone goes home happy (whether their team wins or loses) with these winning party food recipes!
Grab more great party food ideas and see my big list of easy appetizers to round out your snacking!
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- 22 Best Game Day Appetizers For Sharing
- 1. Fried String Cheese Mozzarella Sticks
- 2. Chipotle Dry Rub Smoked Chicken Wings
- 3. Baked Mac N Cheese Bites
- 4. Stuffed Pizza Bombs
- 5. Sausage Cream Cheese Balls
- 6. Air fryer Quesadillas
- 7. Nachos Supreme
- 8.Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
- 9.Rotel Dip
- 10. Pinwheel Sandwiches
- 11. Deviled Ham
- 12. Lil Smokies Pigs In A Blanket
- 13. Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
- 14. Charcuterie Board
- 15. Air Fryer Potato Skins
- 16. Homemade Soft Pretzels
- 17. Crab Stuffed Shrimp
- 19. Pork Belly Burnt Ends
- 20. Totchos
- 21. Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
- 22. Easy French Onion Dip
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22 Best Game Day Appetizers For Sharing
There’s one universal thing amongst sports fans everywhere- awesome food. The grub on game day is an integral part of the experience! Be it hockey, baseball, soccer, football, you name it, there’s got to be good food for everyone to share!
The best food for watching the game must be easy to grab and go so you don’t miss a play while making your plate. Generally, people want to graze throughout rather than sit down for a formal meal.
So pick a few favorites and set up a spread so you can kick back and enjoy the game, too!
My favorite appetizers for serving and enjoying when hosting game day range from simple to supremely tasty!
1. Fried String Cheese Mozzarella Sticks
A true American classic, the popularity of mozzarella sticks has them being served everywhere, from fast food joints to high-class establishments. Everyone loves mozzarella sticks!
What’s not to love about gooey fried cheese that’s breaded and perfect for dipping? They only require 4 ingredients to make, and you can fry them on the stove, in an air fryer, or bake them in the oven!
Deep Fried String Cheese Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
This family favorite appetizer is easy to make, really quick to cook, and way better than the frozen variety!
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2. Chipotle Dry Rub Smoked Chicken Wings
Everyone knows wings are a traditional game day snack, but you can take them up a notch by making your own chipotle dry rub! With the perfect amount of heat, these chipotle wings are downright addicting.
You can smoke them (which gives them an awesome smoky flavor), grill them, or bake them in the oven. Serve them with a side of blue cheese or ranch to tame the heat and watch them disappear!
Chipotle Dry Rub Smoked Chicken Wings
These chipotle dry rub smoked chicken wings are tender, juicy, flavorful, and have just the right amount of spice! They are ridiculously easy to make, and all of your guests will love them! With delicious meat and tons of smoky flavor, what's not to love?
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3. Baked Mac N Cheese Bites
These baked mac n cheese bites take everyone’s favorite cheesy pasta and make it a melty-yet-crispy finger food! All you need is a few ingredients and a mini muffin pan!
These bite-sized cheesy morsels are a total crowd-pleaser every time I make them. Make a few batches because they are going to be popular!
Homemade Baked Mac N Cheese Bites
Homemade baked mac n cheese bites are a creamy, cheesy, and perfectly bite-sized on-the-go snack for kids as well as a finger food appetizer! Use some leftover macaroni and cheese, or stir up some stove-top mac n cheese to make these. Either way, they're absolutely perfect bites of deliciousness!
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4. Stuffed Pizza Bombs
The name says it all - these stuffed pizza bombs are all your favorite pizza flavors wrapped in a delicious biscuit! They are quick to throw together and easy to eat on the move. Plus, kids love them! Dip them in some homemade ranch, or eat them as is!
Stuffed Pizza Bombs
These stuffed pizza bombs are a quick and easy homemade version of pizza bites that also double as a great project to do with the kids! You can hand stretch your Pillsbury Grands biscuits, or roll them out, before layering all of the wonderful cheese, marinara, and pepperoni slices inside. Pop them in the oven and you're ready to go!
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5. Sausage Cream Cheese Balls
To make these awesome cream cheese sausage balls, you only need some pork breakfast sausage, Bisquick, cheddar, and cream cheese. Also, they’re super quick and easy- just mix all the ingredients, form balls, and bake!
Guests can toss them on a paper plate and go enjoy the game!
Bisquick Sausage Balls
Bisquick sausage balls are a delicious appetizer loaded with pork breakfast sausage, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Bisquick! The easy-to-make snack-size cream cheese balls are golden crispy on the outside with a great cheesy flavor! Serve them at any party and watch them disappear!
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6. Air fryer Quesadillas
If you have an air fryer, game day is a great time to utilize it. The air fryer makes the tortilla extra crispy and cooks these quesadillas quickly! Keep them simple with meat and cheese, or add some veggies; you can even make them spicy if you’d like!
They are easily customizable and great for dipping in queso or salsa to make a tantalizing spread of game day appetizers!
Air Fryer Quesadillas
Air fryer quesadillas are an incredibly quick and easy snack, appetizer, or family meal that you can load up with tasty fillings and cheese! My family loves using leftover taco meat from Taco Night, and Monterey Jack is a personal favorite for super melted results! Best of all, they cook quickly and crisp up beautifully!
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7. Nachos Supreme
Nachos are a classic game day dish. You can make a large platter with all the accouterments or offer up the toppings on the side and let guests build their own.
People can dress them up spicy, add extra veggies, or keep them simple. They satisfy everybody. Plus, they are great for grazing while watching your favorite team.
Nachos Supreme
Nachos Supreme is an easy snack meal. Add all of your favorite toppings for these nachos supreme that are better than any from Taco Bell! No one complains when I'm dishing up their servings of this ultimate baked beef nachos recipe!
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8.Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
There are a few air fryer appetizers on this list, and that’s because they make your life easy! Particularly if you plan on making a large selection of snacks. Buy a few bags of your favorite pizza rolls and toss them right in the air fryer.
You’ll find they are much crispier when cooked this way, and I don’t think you will hear any complaints that they aren’t homemade.
Pizza Rolls in Air Fryer
Cooking your Pizza Rolls In The Air Fryer means that you get crispy pizza rolls with all of the cheesy goodness of the fillings heated to piping hot perfection! Your frozen pizza rolls will never turn out soggy and when timed right, none of the saucy fillings explode from your pizza bites either!
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9.Rotel Dip
Whip up a super simple Rotel dip for all your dunking needs! A can of Rotel, some ground beef, and Velveeta cheese come together to make a totally tasty queso.
Serve it up with some chips and salsa, and you’ve got an appetizer everyone will love.
Cheesy Rotel Dip
Rotel dip blends hearty taco-seasoned ground beef, creamy Velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes with chiles! It combines to make an amazing game day dip to satisfy your queso cravings! All you need is a bag of tortilla chips!
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10. Pinwheel Sandwiches
A classic finger food, pinwheels are an inexpensive and easy way to feed a crowd. They’re great for time management because they can be made ahead, and you don’t even have to heat them because they are served cold.
Plus, you can fill them with whatever kind of sandwich filling you like! From a classic Italian combo to tuna fish, they are extremely versatile.
Pinwheel Sandwiches
Pinwheel sandwiches are an easy-to-make, delicious choice for lunches, snacks, or appetizers. Perfect for holidays, game days, and everyday meals, these make-ahead sandwiches, rolled in tortillas or bread, are loved by all.
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11. Deviled Ham
This delicious deviled ham spread is a favorite at my house. It can be served up as-is with some crackers for light snacking or smeared on sandwiches. You could even roll it up in a pinwheel!
It only takes a few ingredients to make, and it’s another dish that can be served cold, so it’s easy to make it ahead of time.
Deviled Ham
Easy, quick deviled ham is the perfect savory sandwich spread or dip that everyone will love no matter the occasion! Tasty ham is blended with lots of spices and creamy mayo to make an out-of-this-world appetizer or lunch spread!
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12. Lil Smokies Pigs In A Blanket
These Lil Smokies pigs in a blanket are my go-to party appetizer. A single package of Lil Smokies makes about 40 of these! They are incredibly easy, and only require 2 ingredients to make.
I generally offer them up with some ketchup and mustard, and they are always the first thing to disappear.
Lil Smokies Pigs In A Blanket
Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket is a quick and easy appetizer, perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or game nights. Their delicious taste and the fun of pairing them with different dipping sauces. These bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit at any event, offering a delightful snack that's both easy to make and irresistibly tasty!
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13. Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
A great appetizer that is practically effortless, frozen meatballs are tossed into the air fryer and cooked to perfection. Coat them in your favorite BBQ sauce, stick a toothpick in them, and voila - an easy-to-grab, one-bite snack!
Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
These tender and tasty air fryer frozen meatballs just couldn't be any easier to make. There's a twist to getting them perfectly crispy on the outside while keeping them juicy inside.
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14. Charcuterie Board
Charcuterie boards are super popular for any type of get-together. Make your own at home by picking up an array of meats, cheeses, fruits, and crackers! It’s full of options to choose from, so there is guaranteed to be something for everyone.
A simple or stunning meat and cheese board is easy to plop on the coffee table so people can snack while watching the game.
Charcuterie Board
A charcuterie board is an impressive but super-easy way to feed a crowd when entertaining for holidays or any reason! It doesn't matter if you're an avid cook, a great-looking appetizer tray like this amazing assortment of meats and cheeses is surprisingly easy to assemble! Add fruit, nuts, vegetables, dips, mustard spreads, pepper jelly, marmalade, honey, pickles, olives, and more to make a charcuterie board that everyone will love!
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15. Air Fryer Potato Skins
Potato skins are another classic game day appetizer! Crispy potato skins loaded with tasty toppings are always a hit. The air fryer really gets the perfect crisp in a short amount of time.
Add some cheese, bacon, and green onions, and watch everyone line up. Plus, they are the perfect vessel for scooping sauces or dips!
Air Fryer Potato Skins
These air fryer potato skins are an incredibly easy way to make perfectly crispy potato skins at home! Bake your potatoes in advance or use leftover baked potatoes for these fan-favorite appetizers that are perfect as a snack, for entertaining, or for Super Bowl parties!
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16. Homemade Soft Pretzels
A super soft, freshly made pretzel is one of my favorite snacks for any game day gathering! You can pair them with different toppings or serve them with my beer cheese dip for pretzels!
Pretzels
Pretzels are a fantastic, well-loved appetizer or snack that is perfect for feeding a group of friends or just enjoying yourself! They are easy to make and are just as delicious as an authentic German pretzel! Plus, they will be ready to eat in under an hour.
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17. Crab Stuffed Shrimp
One of my most requested seafood appetizers has simply got to be these tasty crab-stuffed shrimp! This is also one of the first snacks to disappear, no matter what game we watch!
Crab Stuffed Shrimp
Crab stuffed shrimp is the perfect double dose of seafood dish to impress at any occasion and is ready in only minutes! The shrimp will turn out elegantly with a crunchy breadcrumb topping and savory, flavorful stuffing making this the first thing gone at a party! This simple-to-make crab stuffed shrimp will truly make you shine like a professional chef!
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18. Air Fryer Frozen Mac & Cheese Bites
These tasty air fryer mac and cheese bites are perfect for entertaining, especially if there will be kids around! They're another great finger-food snack that won't last long!
Air Fryer Frozen Mac and Cheese Bites
Air fryer frozen mac and cheese bites are the ultimate easy comfort food that you will want to make over and over again! They make a fabulous snack, appetizer, or an easy quick lunch if you are in a hurry. These bite-sized balls of mac and cheese are a kid favorite that adults will love just as much!
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19. Pork Belly Burnt Ends
If you've ever tried burnt ends, then you know why these are a popular appetizer! They're tasty, filling, and a perfect snack for watching any game!
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
These smoked pork belly burnt ends are like delicious little morsels of meat candy you won't be able to stop eating! A quick toss in your favorite BBQ sauce and a few extra hours in the smoker is all you need to turn a juicy slab of pork belly into these delicious meaty treats! Make these pork belly burnt ends for your next get-together and you will be the most popular person at the party!
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20. Totchos
Get some tater tots nice and crispy, then load 'em up with your fave nacho toppings! Or make it a nacho bar so everyone can build their own plate of totchos!
Totchos
These totchos are the ultimate gameday snack that combines crispy tater tots with all of your favorite nacho toppings! Taco seasoned tater tots are topped with creamy nacho cheese sauce, ground beef, sweet corn, black beans, and shredded cheese! These tater tot nachos are endlessly fun and are an easy crowd-pleaser!
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21. Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy air fryer frozen sweet potato fries are a slightly sweet but entirely tasty snack everyone loves! Serve them as a stand-alone side or as one of many appetizers and snacks at your next game-day party!
Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
These air fryer frozen sweet potato fries are a fast and easy way to round out any meal without having to pull out the deep fryer! The air fryer will bring these sweet potato fries to a perfect level of crispiness, with just a dash of salt and pepper. These incredibly tasty sweet potato fries make a great side dish or an extra delicious snack!
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22. Easy French Onion Dip
My easy homemade French onion dip is a simple blend of staple ingredients for a flavorful dip without the packet mix! Of course, you can always make the Lipton-style dip using my DIY onion soup mix blend!
Easy Homemade French Onion Dip
This delicious homemade French Onion Dip requires only sour cream, dried minced onion, and seasoning to make this flavorful appetizer dip!
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Best Game Day Appetizers: 22+ Great Snack Ideas To Make For Watching Your Team!
Tasty game day appetizers are one of the most essential parts of watching any sporting event with your friends and family! Whether chips and dips, finger foods, or savory snacks, people come for the game but stay for the food! Make sure everyone goes home happy (whether their team wins or loses) with these winning party food recipes!
Author | Angela
Servings: 6 servings (24 cream cheese wontons)
Calories: 217kcal
Prep 15 minutes minutes
Cooking 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 25 minutes minutes
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Ingredients
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened, at room temperature)
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg white (beaten, with 2 teaspoons water)
- cooking oil (for frying)
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Instructions
Preheat the oil in your fryer, or in a large/deep frying pan or Dutch oven, until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
In a medium size mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with lemon juice and garlic powder. Additional filling ingredients could include fresh cut chives, salt & pepper, grated onions, or sugar (if you will not be dipping into a sweet sauce).
Place wontons out in a single layer on a clean working surface. Fill each wonton wrapper with roughly 1- 1 ½ teaspoon portion of the cream cheese filling.
Mix the egg wash (beaten egg white and water) and use your finger or a pastry brush to spread a ½ inch border along two of the connected 'L shape' wonton sides. Fold the top half of the wonton over the filling and seal onto the bottom egg wash coated edge. Match up the edges and push out any air from the center of the wonton, sealing securely, or your filling will escape while frying. *If you are folding your wontons differently, you may need to use the egg wash on all 4 edges.
Place the filled wontons carefully into the hot oil and cook in batches of 4-5 wontons at a time. Cook for 3-5 minutes, then remove golden browned wontons to a paper towel lined plate until all of the batches are cooked. Serve immediately after done frying, serve with tasty sweet and sour sauce.
To Bake Your Wontons
Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then lightly grease the paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden browned, then remove from the oven and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Calories: 217kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 19g (6%) | Protein: 5g (10%) | Fat: 13g (20%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Cholesterol: 44mg (15%) | Sodium: 293mg (13%) | Potassium: 77mg (2%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 508IU (10%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 51mg (5%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!
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