Are you looking for some easy cold appetizers made in five minutes? Well, look no further! We've got just the thing — 25 delicious and simple 5-minute appetizers that are sure to impress your guests!
Whether you're throwing a party for game day or need something quick and tasty to serve your guests before dinner, these easy appetizers will be the star of the show.
Five-minute appetizers are a great way to prepare delicious snacks in moments! With the five-minute appetizer hack, you’ll have no trouble serving healthy and delicious snacks to your guests before they arrive!
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- Key West Stone Crab Claws with Mustard Sauce
- Mango Pico de Gallo
- Raw Bell Pepper Chips
- Guacamole
- Pico de Gallo
- Whipped Feta Cheese
- Caprese Salad Skewers
- Everything Bagel Dip
- Hummus
- Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey and Herbs
- Guacamole with Greek Yogurt
- Almond Basil Parmesan Pesto
- Persian Cucumber Yogurt Dip
- Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip & Spread
- Tuna Cucumber Cups
- Cream Cheese Stuffed Olives
- Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates
- Raw Mini Peppers with Cream Cheese
- Avocado Cucumber Roll-Ups
- Homemade Salsa
- Oyster Shooters
- Chickpea Hummus (Oil-Free)
- Brie and Fig Jam Bites Appetizers
- Mediterranean Cucumber Bites
- Boursin Garlic and Herb Dip
- 25 Last-Minute Appetizers
- Recommended Seafood Appetizers
- The Best Five Minute Appetizers
- FAQ
- 💬 Comments
Key West Stone Crab Claws with Mustard Sauce
In the Keys, Stone Crabs are the easiest appetizer as no cooking is required.
We know a "guy" who brings them to our door. No questions asked. All we have to do is crack them open.
Get the medium-size claws for the best appetizer on the planet. Serve on a bed of crushed ice.
I make the mustard sauce; Michael brings the napkins. You can have a few of these while preparing the rest of your meal—they're delicious!
Mango Pico de Gallo
Summer is an exciting time for experimenting with mango recipes! This recipe is an elevated twist on the classic Pico de Gallo — Mango Pico de Gallo.
With its crisp ingredients and hints of sweetness from the mangoes, this easy-to-prepare recipe will have your taste buds dancing in no time!
It is incredibly delicious and nutrient-dense, making it a perfect accompaniment to meals or snacks throughout your day.
Raw Bell Pepper Chips
This recipe is my version of grain-free tortilla chips. Actually, it's not a chip. It's a vegetable that is cut to resemble a flat chip. It acts as a "vehicle" to get the dip in my mouth.
In place of chips, I use this Raw Bell Pepper Cups recipe. My famous cut-up bell peppers, or Faux Corn Chips. are easy corn-free finger food, and low carb, and they make an impressive vehicle for your favorite dips.
Guacamole
This is my guacamole recipe. I could eat this stuff all day! Guacamole is simple to pull together. You need ripe avocados, garlic, cilantro, salt, and some lime juice.
Guacamole is always good to put out for guests. I've added my top 11 picks for savory mix-ins for your next pot of guacamole!
Serve with Siete tortilla chips. They are tasty chips for a thick dip and they're corn and gluten-free!
Pico de Gallo
Travel south of the border without ever leaving your kitchen by whipping up some homemade Pico de Gallo!
Pico is made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, lime, cilantro, and jalapeno peppers. Not only is this amazing Mexican-style salsa incredibly delicious, but it's also incredibly healthy.
Whipped Feta Cheese
You can pull together a platter of your favorite raw veggies (radishes, cucumbers, snow peas, etc.) and make this whipped feta cheese dip to go with it.
If you don't have feta, sub with whatever soft cheese you have. You can use goat cheese or ricotta.
This cold dip can be made ahead and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Caprese Salad Skewers
Tomato, mozzarella, and basil could be one of the best food combinations ever! If you need a delicious appetizer, this is for you.
The trio is speared onto short skewers with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a little salt.
When you have little time, this is a simple recipe to pull together and you can even enlist whoever is around to help make them.
Everything Bagel Dip
This is so easy. Why didn't I think of it?
This party dip is a combination of cream cheese and sour cream mixed with everything bagel seasoning. The ingredients whirl together in a food processor and make the most delicious dip!
Hummus
Hummus is a healthy and delicious dip that's perfect for parties or just to have around at home. Everyone loves it, and it couldn't be easier to make!
All you need are five minutes and a food processor - and maybe a generous dollop of olive oil - to create the perfect hummus.
You can even mix in fresh herbs or roasted garlic to give your hummus a flavorful twist.
Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey and Herbs
This Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey and Herbs is perfect for any gathering. Creamy, sweet, and savory, it will be one of your new go-to recipes!
Bursting with flavor from herbs like basil and thyme, and sweetened with a little touch of honey, this simple yet sophisticated dip can help turn any meal into something special.
Whether you're hosting a dinner party or having friends over for happy hour snacks - this classic take on an Italian favorite is guaranteed to hit the spot!
Guacamole with Greek Yogurt
This is a copycat recipe for Trader Joe's reduced-guilt guacamole. Greek yogurt is mixed into the guacamole for a very creamy dip.
Almond Basil Parmesan Pesto
If you’re in the mood to make something that is both flavorful and beautiful, then this almond pesto recipe is just the thing! With its delicious combination of fresh basil and almonds, this pesto will make a delicious dip for crudités or topping for pasta.
Thanks to its vibrant green color, almond pesto also adds a splash of vibrancy to your plate. With fresh basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, and extra virgin olive oil, this homemade almond pesto will be a tremendous hit with your family and friends.
Persian Cucumber Yogurt Dip
Not only is Cucumber Yogurt Dip cool and creamy, but it also provides refreshment on warm days. It also packs plenty of nutrition in every scrumptious bite.
From tangy Greek yogurt rich with probiotics to crunchy fresh-picked cucumbers, garlic, mint, and dill, this dip will satisfy all sorts of cravings!
Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Dip & Spread
If you love creamy, smoky flavors with a hint of sweetness, then you've got to try this amazingly delicious smoked salmon cream cheese dip and spread.
With its rich texture and savory flavor, it's perfect for spreading on crackers or toast points; serving as a dip for veggies or spooning over warm potatoes.
Tuna Cucumber Cups
Perfect for Whole30 and Low-Carb diets, pull out a few cans of tuna and artfully create bite-size tuna cucumber cups!
Season the tuna with minced celery onions, and some everything Bagel Seasoning and these simple ingredients will be transformed into a lovely appetizer.
These Tuna Cucumber Cups are the perfect quick and easy lunch or healthy meal prep!
Cream Cheese Stuffed Olives
Green or Black Olives are stuffed with lemon-infused extra-virgin olive oil for quick hors d'oeuvres and are so easy to make and the perfect snack.
You can lightly heat the olives for more flavor.
Cream Cheese Stuffed Dates
The perfect appetizer that can be pulled together in five minutes is Stuffed Dates! Medjool dates are stuffed with cream cheese and seasoned with toasted walnuts, maple syrup, and fresh thyme.
Raw Mini Peppers with Cream Cheese
All you need to make this easy cold appetizer is a bag of tiny colored peppers, cream cheese, and everything bagel seasoning for these delicious flavor bombs.
Avocado Cucumber Roll-Ups
Thinly sliced cucumbers are rolled up with guacamole and seasonings for a simple appetizer that's fresh and flavorful.
Homemade Salsa
This easy homemade blender salsa uses canned tomatoes for a quick and delicious dip loaded with fresh flavor, perfect for last minute entertaining.
Oyster Shooters
Cheers to summer with this irresistible oyster shooters recipe, the ultimate appetizer for your gatherings!
Chickpea Hummus (Oil-Free)
This homemade chickpea hummus is made without olive oil for a hummus that is low in fat calories. Use as a dip with chopped vegetables.
Brie and Fig Jam Bites Appetizers
This last-minute one-bite appetizer is just what you need today. Enjoy the perfect blend of crispy texture, creamy brie cheese, and sweet fig jam—a hassle-free option for effortless entertaining.
Mediterranean Cucumber Bites
These refreshing cold cucumber hors d'oeuvres are an easy cold appetizer made with crunchy cucumbers topped with chickpea hummus, cherry tomatoes, feta crumbles, and fresh herbs.
Boursin Garlic and Herb Dip
This is a creamy cold appetizer made using Boursin Cheese. Softened Boursin cheese is combined with sour cream and topped with parmesan, walnuts, extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes and lemon zest for a creamy dip that's ready in 5 minutes!
Simply blend softened Boursin cheese with sour cream, then top with a decadent mix of parmesan, walnuts, extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. In just 5 minutes, you'll have a creamy dip ready to impress.
25 Last-Minute Appetizers
If you're looking for quick and easy cold appetizers, look no further! These recipes take less than 5 minutes to make, so they're perfect for last-minute get-togethers and potlucks.
Plus, they're these cold appetizers are all delicious, so your guests will be impressed. So what are you waiting for?
Try one (or all!) of these recipes the next time you need a fast appetizer. And let us know in the comments which one is your favorite!
Recommended Seafood Appetizers
We have more easy cold finger food. These Florida Keys seafood appetizers might take a little longer than 5 minutes, but they're worth the wait!
These top-rated cold appetizers are all from Cooking in The Keys, where we cook fresh and delicious easy food for everyday cooks.
The Best Five Minute Appetizers
The best five minute cold appetizers are stone crab claws, mango pico de gallo, guacamole, whipped feta, caprese skewers, everything bagel dip, hummus, whipped ricotta with honey, almond basil pesto, cucumber yogurt dip, smoked salmon cream cheese dip, tuna cucumber cups, cream cheese stuffed olives, cream cheese stuffed dates, mini peppers with cream cheese, avocado cucumber roll ups, homemade salsa, oyster shooters, oil free hummus, brie and fig jam bites, Mediterranean cucumber bites, and Boursin sour cream garlic and herb dip.
FAQ
Kids usually enjoy snacks like fruit skewers, mini cheese quesadillas, veggie pinwheels with cream cheese, or apple slices with peanut butter and raisins.
Go for cheese and crackers, a fruit and cheese platter, or dips like salsa or homemade guacamole with tortilla chips which, pairing perfectly with cocktails and serving as appetizers before the main course. You can also try marinated olives using jarred olives and a few pantry dried spices.
Keep cold items chilled until serving by using ice. For room temperature items, place them on platters with ice packs underneath or in a cool spot, away from sunlight.
Crackers and crispbreads for cheese or spreads.
Canned beans (chickpeas, black beans, cannellini beans) for hummus or bean dips.
Olives and pickles for antipasto platters or skewers.
Canned tuna or salmon for tuna or salmon salad bites.
Jarred roasted red peppers for sandwiches, bruschetta, or dips.
Nuts and seeds for snacking or salads.
Marinated artichoke hearts or sun-dried tomatoes for salads or pasta dishes.
Pita bread or naan for pizzas or dips.
Diced tomatoes for salsa.
Condiments like mustard, mayonnaise, and hot sauce for flavoring dips.
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