There’s nothing better than getting a group of close friends and family together to watch your favorite team play. Appetizers, snacks, and drinks can absolutely make or break a party. Even if your team loses, one thing that is guaranteed to be a hit is some tasty food and drink. We’re here to bring you the best party recipes we’ve found, so you can make them for your next big game party.
We think these recipes are great for parties because they’re easy to prepare, transport, and serve to a group at home or away.
(Plus, they are guaranteed to impress with looks and flavor.)
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Even though we all love buffalo wings, you might enjoy this trendy, healthy, and veggie-friendly option to serve on game day. With that same wing flavor we all love, these air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites get incredibly crispy on the outside with a soft, cauliflower center.
This recipe is one of the best party foods because cauliflower can sit out during your party for several hours and still taste great. Added bonus? As long as you store in a dry place, cauliflouwer will hold its crispiness, which is key for this crunchy air fryer snack.
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Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Super Easy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich recipe. Imagine tender chicken breasts slow-cooked to perfection in a zesty mix of Frank’s Wing Sauce, tangy yellow mustard, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. After flavor infusion in the slow cooker, the chicken is shredded and mixed back into its more savory sauce. Served on whole wheat buns and topped with more wing sauce, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and creamy blue cheese, this sandwich is a true fiesta of flavors.
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Spinach Artichoke Dip
Another incredible game-watching snack is spinach and artichoke dip. While you can buy a pre-made version of this dip at almost any grocery store, we think fresh is always best and took it upon ourselves to make a simple (and healthy) version at-home.
This is great to whip up the day before your party, so that it’s ready to pack up or serve before the game. You’ll definitely be able to taste the cheese and veggie combination in this dish, which gives it a creamy, tart flavor. It’s also travels well and is easy to bring to a party with crackers or crudités.
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Baked and Loaded S’mores Bars
When you’re gathering with groups of family and friends, one of the best party recipes is s’mores. So we decided to recreate the traditional flavor of s’mores into an easy recipe that only requires minimal oven preparation and no open fire. It even makes for an easy clean up and also easy transportation if your party is at the big game.
The flavors in this dessert will immediately take you back to your childhood, which is perfect for the fun party atmosphere. Most importantly… this recipe is perfect for sports fans of all ages.
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Cottage Cheese Queso Dip
Ditch your store-bought queso for this incredible homemade version. It’s healthier than any brand you can find in the grocery store because it’s made with low fat cottage cheese meaning it packs a punch of protein that you don’t usually get from this snack. That said, you won’t be sacrificing any flavor thanks to our mixture of ingredients.
This snack is easy to transport on game day if you put it in a Tupperware and pack some chips or veggies on the side.
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Homemade Chili
Chili is an easy party food to whip up because you probably already have most of the requirements in your pantry. This chili recipe has 7 common and simple ingredients and it can be made in just 30 minutes. (Although, the longer you leave it to simmer the better it tastes.) So, while it might seem like it takes a while, all you have to do is throw everything in a big pot and let the flavors marinate together over low heat.
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Easy Caprese Puff Pastry Turnover
One of the most impressive and surprisingly simple appetizers on our list is a caprese puff pastry turnover. A picture speaks a thousand words and that’s certainly true here. As you can see they turn out beautifully with each turnover being the perfect bite of mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic. While this might seem like a fancy appetizer, the assembly is similar to that of pigs in a blanket because you buy pre-made puff pastry dough and then add the ingredients inside to bake. It really is that simple.
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Homemade Pickles: Ranch, Sour, and Sweet
Another party staple if you’re serving burgers, chili, or really anything savory is homemade pickles. Everyone has their own pickle preference as to whether you like it sour or sweet, so we decided to make them fresh using three different flavors.
These homemade pickle recipes are unreal. The only downside to making these pickles is that you have to wait 6 weeks to eat them (I promise it is worth it). I’ve only made homemade pickles twice before and I need to remember to do it more often because the results are better than any pickle you have ever bought from the store.
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No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites
Are you a fan of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups? Imagine surprising your friends at the next game day party with a delicious, secret-weapon dessert: No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites. These oh so tasty bites are healthier twist on a classic favorite. They’re easy to make, requiring no baking, and are sure to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Your guests will be delighted by these tasty treats, and you can smile knowing you’ve snuck in a nutritious dessert
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Guilt-Free Spicy Margarita Mocktail Recipe
Parties should be filled with three things: snacks, cocktails, and mocktails. We think that a good party should offer a variety of drinks in addition to food so that your group stays hydrated as well as gets the party going for those who are 21+ in age.
It’s always best to add variety to your spread, so this margarita mocktail recipe brings out all the flavors of a margarita you love without the heaviness that tequila can bring. As a result, you get this spicy and yet surprisingly light and low calorie drink to sip on in between snacks. It adds a fun edge to hydration that your guests will appreciate. Plus, it pairs well with all of our best party snacks on this list.
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Patriotic Tri-Colored Jell-O Shots
What could go better with a football game than jell-o shots? Actually, patriotic tri-colored jell-o shots might be the answer. Your 21+ friends and family will love how fun and colorful these are. They don’t require much preparation or effort to make other than some time to sit and set in the fridge.
If you purchase the clear plastic cups with lids, they can be packed up individually and lined up on a tray a for your game day party. This drink is guaranteed to bring the fun to your party!
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