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Antonis Achilleos; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
Finger foods are a great way to get any party started. We've rounded up our best finger food ideas for your next gathering. Whether you're hosting a laid-back tailgate, a celebratory tea, or a holiday party, there's plenty of easy finger foods on this list to fit any occasion. Finger foods are great as appetizers, but can also be hearty enough to serve as the main course. Finger food recipes are also easy to transport and don't require many utensils so any of these delicious handheld foods would be a great choice to take along to a party, so you don't show up empty handed.
Here are our best finger food recipes that are sure to be the star of any get together you host or attend. We guarantee you'll be asked to share these easy finger food recipes after just one bite.
Mini Potato Skins
![Mini Potato Skins](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/qrQLlxhOlnJNjH1o8ubDU-k8EOg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2555001_wcibf_02_0_0_0_2_0_0_1-b146705d83d5419699d941710800ebcc.jpg)
Just five ingredients are needed to create this miniature version of the classic party food.
Mushroom-Stuffed Phyllo Cups
![Mushroom-Stuffed Phyllo Cups](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/RFAde7rbUh9DJSQFGYoAChH3axg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2648701_Bites_to_Bring_Opener_003_Mushroom-Stuffed-Phyllo-Cups-2000-2bb0e47b0f4c402cae8244f3d0736a23.jpg)
If you can't find a gourmet fresh mushroom blend, you can use any combination of mushrooms as long as it equals 8 ounces.
Smoked Salmon-Potato Chip Canapés
![Smoked Salmon-Potato Chip Canapes](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/2QL4Tg2Pb-Fvec9FvBdKj639p0A=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27062_MixNMingle_00039_preview-72f55765230f463a91f4af86019c8c45.jpg)
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Christine Keely
Smoked salmon elevates potato chips into a company-worthy appetizer. You should plan to assemble each bite just before guests arrive to ensure the chip remains crispy.
Cheese Dreams
![Cheese Dreams](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Yj5P1Aw6z9w-DV_1S3AuYPZc8qc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living_6600_Cheese_Dreams_3X4_093_preview-b95df52f93014b24b7d8958ff0ea82d5.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
These cheesy bites can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator or freezer, so you can always have them on hand for both planned and impromptu happy hours.
Hasselback Sausage Bites
![Southern Living Hasselback Sausage Bites on a platter to serve with dipping sauce](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/MAbfCZR7-ZkggJkVWmhBtA-OiaA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/HasselbackSausageBites_beauty_Batch55_11799-5c78dd6177fb499eb5accd221c0477ad.jpg)
Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Slice hickory-smoked Conecuh into these fanned-out sausage bites, then brush them in a peach preserves-mustard mixture that will turn syrupy when baked. You'll be glad these are finger food, because you'll want to lick up every bite of this appetizer.
Sausage Rolls
![Sausage Rolls](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/LBu2QO_Tj2yGDXdE5esZ6vqCsog=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Sausage-Rolls-60_preview-2000-ff7399e649204c398b7793601b31b28b.jpg)
This recipe calls for Italian sausage, which packs a little bit of heat into each roll. Want to skip the spice? You can always use andouille or herbed chicken sausage.
No-Stuff Deviled Eggs
![No-Stuff Deviled Eggs](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/-DOaa1PUH6tV7h5F_lDePu9Xx68=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/27027-Snacktime-DeviledEggs_0121-2000-63684700f78a4a7c9efbc43d16328eab.jpg)
Buttery crackers serve as the base for this easy-to-assemble version of deviled eggs.
Fried Mashed Potato Balls
![fried mashed potato balls](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/DVGVCizw1-jmF32-t8GtnSg33Bw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Fried-Mashed-Potato-Balls_16x9_190-f9bd841c781f4b1b80fd9e27532ec191.jpg)
Who says mashed potatoes can't be a finger food? Plus, this recipe calls for refrigerated mashed potatoes to cut down on prep time.
Creamy Spinach-Ricotta Crostini
![Creamy Spinach-Ricotta Crostini](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/L_mvgsEQbqJUIYkOwbJJLk-Z4qA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/26887_CheeseAppetizers_0484_Creamy-Spinach-Ricotta-Crostini-2000-92ef12e26ea1426991e251424167f7ca.jpg)
When looking at this appetizer, your guests probably won't believe it when you tell them it came together in just 15 minutes.
Stuffed Mushrooms
![Stuffed Mushrooms](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/gnoyrrNCSF_LO27UNndBmem2ENQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-Stuffed-Mushrooms-3x2-819-b48c1ebd089643ec8c64e02201ef5d38.jpg)
Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Whether served as a side or an appetizer, classic stuffed mushrooms are guaranteed to disappear quickly from the serving platter.
Five-Alarm Firecracker Saltines
![Five-Alarm Firecracker Saltines](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/h7e-iUF-W1ZCllIfIlgUfQoq6PM=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27282_SaltineBark_0034_preview-489eaaed092a411882b25a52bce20aca.jpg)
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford
Turn saltine crackers into a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's anything but boring.
Mushroom-Stuffed Phyllo Cups
![Cheesy Mushroom Tartlets](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/H41gWppzV2alLMbOVZ7hLeGhYQA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2616801_appet_minicrabcake_lettucecups_mushroomtartlets_070-76d05e7b94a545e7b712f8f05e7a2f24.jpg)
For a delicious filling without too much work, we call on chive-and-onion cream cheese for this recipe.
Spicy Cheese Twists
![Spicy Cheese Twists](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/cZGfF2HSPxdJEEnRJxa6A7Ntal0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/26887_CheeseAppetizers_11713_Spicy-Cheese-Twists-2000-d6a0aef715ba447e8bcb8c5483d4b173.jpg)
These spicy twists are the perfect companion to homemade cocktails.
Okra In A Blanket
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PHOTO: JAMES RANSOM, PROP STYLIST: CHRISTINE KEELY, FOOD STYLIST: RUTH BLACKBURN
From start to finish, this appetizer comes together in just 20 minutes.
Slow-Roasted Cherry Tomato Bruschetta
![Slow-Roasted Cherry Tomato Bruschetta](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/BNAxO5wnscWHAOtz83PoFxIusdI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2619901_howto_0009-2000-c4a8be90ce744af4abccee0f47d1e5aa.jpg)
Tangy goat cheese spread over a crusty baguette serves as the perfect backdrop for roasted tomatoes.
Fig, Pecan, And Brie Bites
![Fig, Pecan, And Brie Bites](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/1VH0I8fUZX_hKIcO9JBWZgVtDLU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/southern-living-27062_MixNMingle_00078_preview-d16a42081a2e4a63b3fddfad58f27ca6.jpg)
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Christine Keely
Fig preserves, Brie cheese, and glazed pecans are the ideal trio to top frozen puff pastry.
Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites
![Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/FsHvmC-zvh5VfpqFITd5NxLzeqE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/sweet-potato-chorizo-sausage-bites-2484001_0-2d1033c492774a629d607c3925604360.jpg)
This recipe uses chorizo to give each bite a little kick and sweet potatoes add heartiness as well as another layer of flavor.
Bacon Bow Tie Crackers
![Bacon Bow Tie Crackers](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/MzgGcyLx-GKNf8wSUVPXdlp5wGw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/bacon_bow_tie_crackers_2531601_suppe_22869-2000-872b535dec154efd89fddfb3eaaa1e96.jpg)
We're here to share the good news that you can create a warm and delicious snack with just two ingredients.
Spicy Strawberry-Goat Cheese Crostini
![Spicy Strawberry-Goat Cheese Crostini](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/V4sgMONrWxGPDT3UJOL2riVRyyI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2662801_Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-Crostini037-1-2000-3e7dcf22433d431aa1718d679b9dbd25.jpg)
This colorful spring appetizer is just as pretty as it is delicious.
Cranberry Brie Bites
![Cranberry Brie Bites](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/_vLyec7Rv5OVji6H_x3u6qwWCxE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/sl_seo_112119_am_cranberrybriebites_246-2000-702337cb134742438355175ab4ed8f00.jpg)
The combination of salty brie with fruity cranberry is a winning duo in this four-ingredient appetizer.
Pizza Pepper Poppers
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Kids and adults will love this healthier but just as delicious take on pizza.
Basic Deviled Eggs
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We definitely suggest doubling this classic recipe, as we're sure eggs will begin to disappear the second guests start walking through the door.
Mini Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas
![Mini Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/_dL9OOuULXu9o4at_McBzSFhS-o=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/snacks-january-2017-recipes-2503501_qfsja_imgp4258-1-770217bdcd374f5a8a092f233615fd2e.jpg)
No rolling is necessary to create this handheld version of classic enchiladas.
Masters Egg Salad
![Egg Salad Sandwiches](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/wQ4Kk7dAXJDcCJfMKi6sNyp_GOA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/egg_salad_sandwiches_117_0_0_0_0-d7d3bcfa2b0f4b38b26385415d1b79dc.jpg)
Finger sandwiches are an easy, no-fuss dish to serve for any occasion. Plus, the egg salad can be prepared a day in advance of serving.
Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise
![Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/iwvlxX_g57VMxP0aDbfMoAmx2U0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2575601_wcibm_5492_0_0_0_0_0_0-59c166f8f6584fe287c29ce06f9adc8c.jpg)
Just as effortless as they are delicious, these tomato sandwiches come together in 20 minutes.
Sausage Balls
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No matter the time of day, sausage balls are a bite-sized snack that will be welcome at any party.
Muffin Pan Tomato Tarts
![Muffin Pan Tomato Tarts](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/WmebgI0Qoeom-iGPr0KX224EGo8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/muffin-pan-tomato-tarts2466401-057-1-136c27e3b45a4a119aae3f554161f3aa.jpg)
Think of these tarts as a handheld and party-friendly version of tomato pie.
Baked Brie Bites
![Baked Brie Bites](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/VGASvi2149LLodxJESEukQWcacM=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/top-rated-2016-2490601_chris50567-1-5ff4278a12d74209be0988d2b39c71e7.jpg)
This impressive appetizer couldn't be easier. We recommended keeping the frozen mini phyllo pastry shells on hand during the holiday season for drop-in guests.
Tomato Tea Sandwiches
![Tomato Tea Sandwiches](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/ApTSLRdWK76bj0_WWnpAcxba8FI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/tomato_tea_sandwiches_2499901_09_0_0_0_1_0_0_0-539201ca90224b28a359599e6c6b4f82.jpg)
You can't go wrong with a classic tomato sandwich. Depending on how many guests you'll be expecting, you may need to double (or triple) this easy recipe.
Party Poppers
![Party Poppers](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/pfnD6gH5mk-R26PEksYlvacaBPo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/party-poppers-sl-2000-dafbfcf49475463ead62b593c75a2911.jpg)
These poppers start with a jalapeño base that's filled with a chicken-cream cheese mixture and then wrapped in bacon. Broiling just before removing them from the oven will crisp each piece of bacon to create the ideal finish.
Maple-Bacon Smokies
![Maple Bacon Smokies](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/BeIOFhgEt-o-NXSoQZ2Nk2iGoDk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/maple-bacon-smokies_0-1-2c62f354be3e40948edc553bfb7bba28.jpg)
You'll only need four ingredients (plus toothpicks!) to pull this crowd-pleasing finger food together.