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Appetizers: 30 Elegant Recipes for Your Spring Parties

From the elegant hors d’oeuvres to the sparkling Champagne, cocktail parties are loved by everyone, especially when spring season invites us to casual outdoor events! Are you ready to make sensational appetizers that will leave your guests impressed while saving your time and energy? From savory cannelés to parmesan crusted shrimps to cucumber and goat cheese rolls, try these innovative recipes with easy-to-find ingredients for spectacular results!

Veronica Brandy
by Veronica Brandy
Veronica Brandy

Veronica is the co-founder of Eatwell101. Veronica's culinary education started at 3 and came through hands-on experience—helping her mother and grand-mother running restaurants and catering services, cooking for friends and family. In 2011, Veronica and her husband joined forces to create Eatwell101, bonding over their shared love of food and cooking as a family.

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Updated May 30, 2017
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Shrimp Tapas with Mango Shooters
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Shrimp Tapas with Mango Shooters

Here’s an awesome, elegant finger food appetizer inspired by Spanish Cuisine. These grilled shrimp and mango puree shooters are easily prepared ahead and chilled, making them perfect Spring, Summer and anytime party favorites.

Tzatziki Shrimp Chips Bites
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Tzatziki Shrimp Chips Bites

Perfect for a Spring appetizer idea! The simple and delightful combination of tzatziki and shrimp is sweetened with a hint of mango. You can prep your ingredients ahead of time, but wait to assemble these delicate shrimp bites appetizers at the very last minute.

Baked Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates
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Baked Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates

If you need a repertoire of delicious spring appetizers that don’t take a lot of time or complicated ingredients to make, try these cheesy bacon wrapped dates! They are so easy to throw together and the combination of crispy bacon with naturally sweet dates and creamy cheese in the middle is irresistible!

Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs
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Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs

Maybe they’re bite-sized, but these Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs come with BIG-sized flavors with almost zero effort. Complete with a crisp mixed green salad for a wholesome spring brunch.

Goat Cheese Grape Balls
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Goat Cheese Grape Balls

Yum. So good with a glass of white wine! This simple, elegant appetizer is perfect for a last-minute get-together. Fresh goat cheese, nuts and honey add contrasting flavors and texture in one exquisite bite.

Sweet Cantaloupe Carrot Gazpacho Shooters
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Sweet Cantaloupe Carrot Gazpacho Shooters

This super refreshing and wonderful Gazpacho can be whipped up in 15 minutes and make for a great snack, refreshing appetizer or palate cleanser. With the sweetness from the cantaloupe and carrots, and a little crunch from the grilled sandwiches, this combo is definitely a keeper for your luncheons.

Shrimp Cocktail Lettuce Wraps
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Shrimp Cocktail Lettuce Wraps

These shrimp cocktail lettuce wraps are a delicious treat for spring party or game-day snacking. Dress shrimp with a spicy cocktail sauce, top with fresh chives, then serve in lettuce cups to make a delicious finger-friendly appetizer.

Loaded Sweet Pepper Nachos
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Loaded Sweet Pepper Nachos

From spring parties to weekend snacking we support any excuse to enjoy nachos; and these are loaded with cheese, sweet peppers, red onion, cilantro and spicy jalapeño you’ll totally forget they are 100% meatless.

Bacon Puff Pinwheels
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Bacon Puff Pinwheels

These elegant, and golden bacon and cheddar pinwheels are sure to be a hit at your next party. Warm, soft and just all around delicious, they are maybe one of the easiest finger food appetizer you can whip up!

Grilled Garlic Shrimp
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Grilled Garlic Shrimp

These spicy tapas-style shrimps will be a hit wherever they go! Delicious and impressive, they’re perfect for backyard parties, casual lunch-ons, and even for dinner with a bowl of rice.

Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs
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Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs

A simple dish perfect as an appetizer with friends. Ground chicken mixed with garlic, scallions, and fresh ginger is formed into balls, then baked to a juicy finish. Serve with a Teriyaki sauce–sesame seeds will add crispy notes on top.

Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts
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Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts

These roasted cherry tomatoes and prosciutto toasts are a quick and easy way to please your guests at any spring or summer event. Juicy cherry tomatoes are almost candied in the oven and team up with savory prosciutto for an appetizer everyone will love.

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