Those backyard barbecues, cookouts with family and friends, and pool parties we missed so much last year can happen again, and I for one am ready to fill my plate with meat hot off the grill, pasta salad, baked beans and all the American summer time classics. This year when you plan your menu, you can guarantee it’s filled with some of the absolute best appetizers for hot sunny days with these 65 easy cold appetizers for summer parties, cookouts and BBQs. Usually the star of any cookout is what’s cooking over the open flame, but let’s face it: People are hungry the entire time they’re hanging out, so you need lots of yummy things for grazing before, during and after the meal. These cold appetizers are sure to keep guests fed and happy all day long!
Best Cold Appetizer Recipes
When you browse this collection of easy apps, you’ll find some of my favorite appetizers of all time. Cheese balls might be retro, but they are always a hit, so I found some great versions like BLT cheeseballs, pineapple cheeseballs, pimento cheese balls, olive cheese balls, taco cheese balls and even a mini version that doesn’t require a plate. The club sandwiches on a stick are so fun, perfect for mingling and anything on a stick is more delicious. Charcuterie boards are very trendy right now, so I included one that’s overflowing with tasty things. Now you can learn how to make the best grazing board on the block! Classics like deviled eggs and shrimp cocktail never go out of style, so there are great recipes for those too.
Best Cold Dip Recipes
Let’s talk dips! This collection has so many tasty versions your guests will be coming back to the bowl again and again for Dill Pickle Dip, Creamy Cucumber Spread, Buffalo Shrimp Dip, Green Goddess Ranch Dip and more, so be sure to stock up on crackers. Are you as obsessed with Everything Bagel Seasoning as I am? Grab the biggest jar you can find because we are using it for a cheese log, stuffed mini peppers and more deviled eggs. This year our summer can definitely look better than last, but even if it’s just your family hanging out in your backyard waiting for the burgers and dogs to cook, you can still set out a few of these amazing cold appetizers to keep everyone at bay until supper is done. Be sure to pin your favorites and start planning now!
