75 Easy Easter Appetizers to Elevate Your Celebration
Easy Easter appetizer ideas! These fun and festive appetizer recipes are perfect to share at your Easter celebration.
There’s just something about appetizers that everyone loves!
Maybe it’s because they turn any gathering into a party, or because they’re just plain delicious.
If you’ve never served appetizers at your Easter celebration, it’s time to start!
We’re all familiar with the traditional ham and scalloped potato dinner …
… but why not change it up with some fun Easter snacks too.
I put together a list of easy Easter appetizers so you have tons of ideas to choose from.
These crowd-pleasing Easter hors d’oeuvres include recipes for:
- Easy party dips
- Make ahead no-cook appetizers
- Unique deviled eggs
- Mouthwatering cheese balls
- Festive finger foods
There’s truly something for every type of gathering, and all kinds of cooking abilities.
Let’s dive into these mouthwatering Easter appetizers!
(🐣 Looking for more delicious Easter food ideas? Try one of these festive spring charcuterie boards, or add a unique potato side dish or amazing vegetable side dish to your menu!)
Fun & Festive Easter Appetizer Ideas
Crab Deviled Eggs
Crab Deviled Eggs are an elevated twist to the traditional deviled egg. Egg yolk mixed up and loaded with crab meat, fresh chives and lemon juice.
You might never make boring deviled eggs again!
Asparagus Puff Pastry
Asparagus Puff Pastry are wrapped up and baked until they ooze with gooey, melted cheese and a golden flaky crust.
They look so elegant but they're super easy to make with store bought puff pastry dough.
Goat Cheese Crostini with Rhubarb Chutney
Tender goat cheese paired with tangy and sweet rhubarb chutney spread over fresh crusty ciabatta bread.
There’s nothing easier or tastier, and ready in just 10 minutes!
Spring Crudite Platter with Dips
How to make a beautiful Crudite Platter with vegetables and dips.
Tips include favorite veggie dip recipes, what vegetables to put on a veggie tray, and how to arrange one. It is actually so easy to make this stunning vegetable platter!
Cute Easter "Lamb" Cheese Ball
Surprise your Easter guests at Easter with this cheesy, nut-free sheep and lamb-shaped appetizer.
It isn't a holiday celebration until someone brings out a cheese ball! This adorable cheesy lamb is a breeze to make, and it will be the hit of your celebration.
Mini Pigs in a Blanket
Mini Pigs in a Blanket are the ultimate appetizer for any occasion, with little bite-sized sausages wrapped up in warm, flaky crescent roll pastry.
Everyone loves them and they’re so easy to make too! With as little as 2 ingredients and 10 minutes, you can have these in the oven.
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites are a must-try if you're looking for a quick and easy Spring appetizer.
Not to mention, they're absolutely delicious and look stunning on a platter!
Baked Brie in Pie Crust
Baked Brie in Pie Crust is the simplest appetizer with the BEST flavor!
It’s made with a whole wheel of melty brie cheese encased in a buttery, flaky, golden pie crust, and can be customized with flavors galore.
Prosciutto Wrapped Pears with Manchego
Prosciutto Wrapped Pears with Manchego and Arugula are easy to make (even last minute). They are two bites of sweet and savory heaven!
Jalapeno Bacon Swiss Cheese Ball
Jalapeno Bacon Swiss Cheese Ball is loaded inside and out with chopped bacon, fresh jalapeno, and shredded cheese.
Everyone will love snacking on this with your favorite crackers.
Herb and Cheese Stuffed Snap Peas
Herb and Cheese Stuffed Snap Peas feature fresh, crisp pea pods stuffed with a simple herb and cheese mixture.
They make a lovely, no-cook spring or Easter appetizer.
Baked Feta Recipe with Figs and Honey
Looking for an effortless appetizer that promises to steal the spotlight? Discover the ease of Baked Feta with Honey and Figs!
It’s the go-to solution for an uncomplicated yet impressive appetizer that is sure to become a highly requested one at your next gathering.
Cute Deviled Eggs Chicks
Cute Deviled Eggs Chicks are an adorable Easter-themed spin on your favorite party appetizer. They’re sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
Cajun Crab Dip
Cajun Crab Dip has authentic, perfectly-balanced New Orleans cajun flavor.
Filled with crab meat, melted cheese, crisp green onions, and a bright burst of lemon, this savory dip earns its place on the appetizer table.
Jalapeno Poppers
Crispy Jalapeño Poppers are mouth-watering, cheesy and bursting with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll learn how to make them in the air fryer or oven.
Butter Board
A Butter Board with fresh butter is spread onto a board and topped with an assortment of toppings and served with warm bread.
This Butter Board with Toppings is such a fun and stunning holiday appetizer!
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Delicious bite-size Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are made with juicy shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon and brushed with a sweet and spicy honey Cajun glaze. So yummy!
Smoked Salmon Phyllo Appetizers
These gorgeous smoked salmon phyllo appetizers are made with cold smoked salmon, a decadent dill cream cheese, fresh dill, and capers inside a bite-sized crispy, phyllo pastry cup.
You'll also love that, while they look gourmet, crafting them is incredibly easy.
Spicy Garden Carrot Hummus
Spicy garden carrot hummus is a zesty dip or spread to pack in the veggies!
A healthy seasonal take on hummus to use your garden's fresh carrots and herbs in a crowd-pleasing favorite recipe.
Antipasto Platter
The quintessential Italian version of a cheese board, this Antipasto Platter is the ultimate ‘no cook’ appetizer.
Simply assemble these tasty ingredients, and then it’s all snacking! The olive oil marinade which makes all the veggies taste extra special.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Made with juicy shredded chicken, creamy ranch dressing, cream cheese, hot sauce, and loads of cheese, this easy and delicious Buffalo Chicken Dip is then baked until golden, bubbly, and ready for dipping.
Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry Tart
Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry Tart features rich smoked salmon, frozen puff pastry, and goat cheese. Great for when you want something special but easy!
Angel Deviled Eggs
Angel Deviled Eggs are a heavenly twist on traditional deviled eggs.
They feature fluffy mascarpone cheese for a fresh buttery flavor that’s perfectly balanced with the other ingredients. Simply divine!
Mini Chicken Pot Pies
Fresh celery, peas, carrots, and juicy chicken smothered in a creamy buttery sauce, take these delicious and nutritious Mini Chicken Pot Pies over the top.
They’re perfect to serve as a hearty appetizer or as part of your holiday meal.
Sun-Dried Tomato Crostini
Sun-Dried Tomato Crostini is a quick and easy (but impressive-looking!) appetizer.
The flavorful combination of sun-dried tomatoes, various cheeses, basil, and a hint of garlic provides a savory appetizer that will be enjoyed by all. The best part: you can make them in less than fifteen minutes!
Carrot Cheese Ball Snack Board
Filled with deli meats, a carrot-shaped cheese ball, crackers and other amazing snacks, this is the appetizer you want to bring to your Easter party.
It’s easy to make and fun to share!
Jalapeno Bacon Deviled Eggs
Take plain ol’ deviled eggs to the next level by making them Jalapeno Bacon Deviled Eggs.
They’ll be so popular that they will become your go-to appetizer all year long!
Smoked Salmon Platter
Create a beautiful Smoked Salmon Platter with this simple, in-depth guide.
You’ll learn the formula to help you decide exactly what and how much to put on your platter, and how to arrange it into a show-stopping appetizer!
7 Layer Dip
Perhaps not totally traditional for Easter, but definitely a crowd-pleaser, this classic 7 Layer Dip features layers of salsa, refried beans, guacamole, cheddar cheese and creamy sour cream.
It not only looks amazing but is absolutely irresistible served with tortilla chips.
Smoked Salmon Pinewheels with Creamy Lemon Dill Spread
Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups are easy, pretty, and can be made ahead of time. The creamy lemon dill spread is amazing!
Greek-Style Feta Cheese Appetizer
Tiropita is a Greek-style feta cheese appetizer that is so incredibly tasty.
This Americanized version uses three different cheeses along with puff pastry to create a delectable dish that will bring rave reviews.
Old Fashioned Pimento Cheese
Homemade Pimento Cheese and Bacon Crostini combine rich and tangy pimento cheese spread with crusty slices of baguettes.
If you’re looking for an easy to make old fashioned, crowd-pleasing pimento cheese recipe, you’ve found it!
Pastel Easter Deviled Eggs
Pastel deviled eggs make a colorful addition to any Easter spread.
These festive deviled eggs are a fun spin on this classic appetizer dish and perfect for Easter brunch or dinner.
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is fresh asparagus stalks flavored with savory prosciutto, then broiled to crispy perfection.
It’s a 4-ingredient spring appetizer that’s easy yet elegant, and always gets rave reviews.
Easy Easter Charcuterie Board
This festive Easter charcuterie board comes complete with loads of delicious seasonal ingredients that are sure to please.
From crisp red bell peppers to creamy hummus, this board has something for everyone along with being so easy to assemble.
Caramelized Onion Tart
This Caramelized Onion Tart is easy to put together and will definitely impress your guests!
The rich, savory flavors of the onions are perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the caramelization, and the crispy crust is a delicious contrast.
Smoked Salmon Canapes with Cucumber
Smoked Salmon Canapés with cucumber are the perfect bite sized food.
Made with seafood and a lemon artichoke cream cheese spread, they can be served cold, making them a quick easy app that won’t take up precious oven space.
Italian Sub Pinwheels
With all the flavors of an Italian sub rolled into a tasty tortilla, Italian Sub Pinwheels are perfect for an Easter brunch or potluck gathering. Everyone loves them!
Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Honey and Pistachios
Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Honey and Pistachios is a perfectly delicious and easy appetizer that you can whip up ahead of time.
With just a few simple ingredients, including thyme for an extra burst of flavor, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your guests.
Easter Bunny Fruit Tray
Making a cute Easter fruit tray is really easy, and you can modify the fruit based on your own preferences.
All of the ingredients are easy to find at grocery stores, and the leftovers store really well!
Million Dollar Deviled Eggs
Million Dollar Deviled Eggs live up to their rich name as the ultimate holiday appetizer!
Rich with flavor, they are loaded with crispy bacon and creamy yolks, enhanced with a touch of butter for an ultra creamy, irresistible taste.
Pineapple Pico de Gallo
When you’re ready for a zingy appetizer with fresh summery flavor, make this yummy Pineapple Pico de Gallo!
This dish is sweet and tart with a dash of spicy for a burst of tasty flavor.
Healthier Spinach Artichoke Dip
Lower in fat but still just as tasty, this Spinach Artichoke Dip is a healthier version, thanks to Greek yogurt and light cream cheese.
Fresh spinach, artichokes, garlic, and mozzarella cheese bring all the layers of flavor and texture.
Appetizer Veggie Pizza
This appetizer Veggie Pizza uses crescent dough, flavored cream cheese, fresh vegetables and shredded cheese to make an absolutely delicious finger food!
Scotch Eggs
You’ll love this traditional Scotch Egg recipe!
These hard-boiled eggs are cradled in savory pork sausage and coated in a deliciously crispy breadcrumb crust, making for the perfect high-protein appetizer before brunch or dinner.
Salmon Cream Cheese Dip
Salmon Cream Cheese Dip is an easy appetizer to make with grilled or smoked salmon. Serve it up with crisp vegetables, crackers or bagel chips.
Stuffed Dates
With the perfect blend of sweet and savory, Stuffed Dates look like adorable, flavor-filled presents. Best of all, you can even prepare them in advance!
Baked Easter Ravioli
These delicious baked ravioli are a typical Easter recipe from Central Italy.
Piconi Ascolani are not difficult to make and so delicious you will always wish you had made more.
Traditionally eaten for Easter breakfast but are great as finger food or antipasto.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a more savory and slightly smoky twist on the traditional hummus we all know and love!
This one takes longer to make overall than traditional hummus since we have to roast our peppers, but once that is done it’s super quick and easy.
Deep Fried Deviled Eggs
Deep-fried, golden brown panko-covered eggs are a true Southern delicacy.
Rich, delicious, and just the right amount of crunch, skip the old boring deviled egg and try this new version instead.
Mom's Baked Ricotta Dip
Cheesy Baked Ricotta Dip is a warm, savory cheese dip that is packed with flavor!
Filled with fresh herbs, garlic, and just a hint of lemon, it’s perfect to serve on your favorite crackers, roasted vegetables, or toasted baguette slices.
Toast Skagen
Toast Skagen (Swedish Shrimp Salad on Toast) is an iconic Scandinavian dish that combines the flavors of fresh shrimp, creamy mayonnaise, herby dill, and tangy lemon, all served on a crispy, buttered toast.
It looks elegant and sophisticated, but it’s actually super easy to make!
Edamame Dumplings
Edamame Dumplings are a delicious, savory spring appetizer! Inside a soft, crispy pan-fried dumpling is a delicious Asian-inspired filling with creamy miso edamame and hints of garlic and ginger.
Dip them in an easy homemade dumpling sauce for the perfect pairing.
Easter Charcuterie Board
If you are looking for easy charcuterie board ideas for Easter, this is it!
Arrange the selection of fruits, cheeses, and meats into an oval to resemble an egg. Or, simply assemble it onto any tray you have.
Bacon Egg Salad Crostini
This Bacon Egg Salad Crostini recipe is an easy 30-minute appetizer that’s made with slices of baguette and a 7-ingredient egg salad topping.
The perfect use-up for all those colored eggs you dyed!
Herbed Vegetable Potato Pancakes
Herbed Vegetable Potato Pancakes are made with potato, zucchini, onion and thyme. Top them with Smoked Salmon and Lemon Chive Cream for an elegant, addicting appetizer.
Baked Brie with Jam
Easy Baked Brie with jam is a simple but delicious appetizer.
Made with just 3 ingredients, this is one of the easiest appetizers and is perfect for entertaining.
Air Fryer Frozen Coconut Shrimp
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp takes only 10 minutes to make! Straight from the freezer into the air fryer, they come out with a crunchy, golden brown coating and a tender and juicy inside.
Topped with a spritz of lime, chopped cilantro and served with your choice of dipping sauce.
Hummus Veggie Garden
If you’re trying to get the kids (or picky adults) to eat some veggies, this cute Hummus Vegetable Garden might do the trick.
Delicious hummus is adorned with veggies to look like an real garden!
Crockpot Sausage Con Queso Dip
Everyone is going to love this budget-friendly slow cooker sausage con queso dip. It has the perfect combo of cheese, zesty sausage and fresh salsa!
Shrimp Deviled Eggs
Shrimp Deviled Eggs are a decadent but easy twist on a classic.
With just mayo, mustard, Old Bay seasoning and shrimp, hard boiled eggs are transformed into a finger food perfect for Easter brunch or dinner.
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Hosting a more laid back Easter celebration? Serve Ham and Cheese Sliders instead of a whole ham.
Everyone seriously loves these, and they’re super easy to make, even in advance!
Smoked Eggplant Tahini Dip
Authentic smokey flavorful Mediterranean Eggplant Tahini Dip!
This easy Baba Ganoush recipe is packed with flavor and can be enjoyed in so many ways, even for eggplant skeptics!
Cucumber Sandwiches with Cream Cheese and Lemon
Channel those English tea party vibes with these Creamy, Lemony Cucumber Sandwiches. They’re super easy to make in advance and taste incredible.
Goat Cheese Croquettes
Crispy Goat Cheese Croquettes have creamy goat cheese mixed with thyme, then breaded with Panko and fried until crispy and golden.
Then drizzled with honey, and sprinkled with finely chopped walnuts and almonds.
Deviled Ham Stuffed Eggs
Deviled Ham Stuffed Eggs take the classic stuffed egg recipe up a notch with the addition of spicy deviled ham.
The results are a perfectly balanced bite that tastes like delicious ham salad.
Whipped Lemon Ricotta
Creamy Lemon Ricotta is whipped to perfection, then topped with honey and fresh herbs.
It's a delicious appetizer, especially when paired with crispy crostini or a fresh baguette.
Crab Stuffed Shrimp
Crab Stuffed Shrimp is a dish you usually only have in a restaurant, but it is easier than you think to make.
Impress your guests with jumbo shrimp that is loaded with flavor-packed crab stuffing and baked to a tasty golden brown perfection!
Lemon Dill Hummus
Lemon Dill Hummus is a brightened up version of the classic Mediterranean dip, both in color and flavor.
It's a creamy blend of softened chickpeas, flavored with a tasty lemon-dill combo. Simple to prepare, amazing in taste!
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Make these delicious Bacon-Wrapped Dates with just 3 simple ingredients – crispy bacon, tender dates, and salty feta.
They’re a quick, easy, and elegant appetizer with the perfect balance of savory and sweet, they’re always a crowd favorite!
Easy Stuffed Mushrooms
Easy Stuffed Mushrooms have only three ingredients, and they take just minutes to make! A quick, cheesy, no meat appetizer that’s super budget-friendly too.
Puff Pastry Eggs with Ham and Cheese
A delicious and decorative Easter dish, this Slovenian puff pastry stuffed with eggs, ham, and cheese look like giant, festive bon-bon candy.
Creamy Sweet Potato Hummus
Creamy Sweet Potato Hummus is a viral recipe that boasts the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nutty with a hint of citrus served cold as a dip or delicious spread.
It’s perfect for those with sensitivities to chickpeas.
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Scallops are delicious on their own, but when you cover them in bacon you end up with decadent little bites that are special enough for any holiday.
Mini Mushroom Pies with Thyme
These flaky two-bite pies have a buttery crust and a savory mushroom filling that’s totally irresistible.
Ready to try some fun Easter appetizer recipes?
I hope this list of easy Easter appetizers has given you tons of ideas for festive snacks to serve at your holiday celebration.
Everyone will be so pleased that you changed things up this year, and brought something new to share!
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