The Best Game Day Appetizers

I really believe the best part of a big game day is the food that goes with it. From scoopable dips to finger-licking good snacks to cheesy bites, there is something for everyone.

The best part about many of these game day appies is that they can be made ahead of time, so when kickoff is about to happen you can be gathered around the game (or snacks, I won’t tell) and not huddled in the kitchen.

What are you digging into first?!

Handheld Hot Favorites

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

Extra-crispy, saucy wings are the ultimate game-day bite. Make a batch of crispy wings then toss in different sauces like honey garlic, buffalo, or garlic parmesan for a bite everyone will love.

Pigs in a Blanket

Buttery, golden pigs in a blanket are a classic for a reason. With only two ingredients and zero fuss, everyone always reaches for “just one more.”

Jalapeno Poppers

Creamy, cheesy jalapeno poppers with a little kick are the perfect hot snack. Crispy outside, melty inside, and totally party-worthy.

Grape Jelly Meatballs

Sweet-and-savory grape jelly meatballs are a set-it-and-forget-it favorite. Throw a few ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do the work.

Chili Cheese Dogs

Chili cheese dogs bring big comfort-food energy that screams game day is here.

Cheesy Snacks

Easy Cheesy Nachos

Loaded nachos are a game-day must. Crunchy, cheesy, and easy to customize with everyone’s favorite toppings.

Rotel Dip

Warm Rotel dip is creamy, a little spicy, and made for nonstop chip-dunking.

Loaded Tater Tots

Crispy tater tots piled high with melty cheese and savory toppings make an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears fast.

Beer Cheese Dip

Serve this beer cheese dip with homemade soft pretzel bites to wow your guests with every warm, cheesy bite.

Chili Nachos

Something about chili just says game day. Crispy chips are piled high with cheesy, chili goodness.

Poutine

Crispy fries are smothered in gravy and melty cheese curds for the ultimate savory, shareable treat. If you can’t get your hands on cheese curds, try these disco fries instead.

Scoopable Dips

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo chicken dip is always a party MVP and perfect for scooping.

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach artichoke dip is warm and cheesy with a classic creamy bite. Pro tip: Make it in a Crockpot for one less thing to do at game time.

Jalapeño Popper Dip

Jalapeño popper dip has all the popper flavor in scoopable form.

7 Layer Dip

Seven-layer dip is a no-fuss favorite loaded with flavor, and perfect for feeding a crowd with one big dish.

Ranch Dip

Feeling like you need to add a little veggie-goodness to the table? Whip up a batch of this ranch and chop up some veggies and you’ll be surprised how fast they go!