30 Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes That Will Impress Your Guests (2024)

A savory, earthy Thanksgiving appetizer recipe made with mushrooms, Swiss cheese and a tangy, grainy mustard. I could eat this every day!

A classic appetizer presented three different ways. All three look absolutely scrumptious and a million times more exciting than the original version.

A pretty, festive Thanksgiving appetizer recipe made with creamy, luscious Brie cheese, a sweet fig jam and the perfect holiday toppings. One or two bite appetizers always seem so elegant!

A creamy, decadent, hot dip with fresh crab, goat cheese (um yes!), capers (another fave of mine!) and the currently all-the-rage shish*to peppers. Please sign me up!

This is the perfect combo of a flaky buttery crust with the slightly sweet pears, salty and tangy gorgonzola cheese, peppery arugula and a sweet drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette. Pure perfection!

Bruschetta is always a great option for a Thanksgiving appetizer, and these do not dissapoint! Creamy goat cheese is the perfect complement for both berries and tomatoes and basil. Topped with sweet basalmic vinegar and it's pure heaven!

A delectable Thanksgiving appetizer with just the right amount of heat, filled with a creamy, cheesy filling made with three cheeses and smoky bacon. These will be sure to go fast!

These are not your average chicken wings! Crispy skin, smoky, salty bacon and an unbelievable sweet apple cider glaze with a touch of heat. And on top of it all, they are gorgeous!

This one wins for the cutest Thanksgiving appetizer recipe of the list! This is a warm, comforting, creamy butternut squash soup laced with the flavors of fresh ginger that just screams fall.

These easy to make appetizers will look like you spent all day in the kitchen. Buttery, flaky puff pastry with caramelized onions and tangy blue cheese, all topped with a sweet fig jam and a drizzle of honey.

This is the next level spinach artichoke dip you've been looking for. Fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, tangy cream cheese and salty Parmesan cheese combine to make the perfect creamy, indulgent dip. Add a toasty, crusty bread bowl and this will be sure to be the first thing to disappear!

This crostini is as tasty as it is beautiful! Toasty bread topped with creamy Brie cheese and a peppery, sweet honey make for a unique combo you need to try. Add fresh pomegranate arils for a bright, fresh addition that is festive as well.

Try this if you're looking for an earthy, rustic Thanksgiving appetizer recipe. Hearty swiss chard and not-so-common giant white beans all full of garlicky goodness on top of crunchy, crusty bread. This could also be a meal itself!

A super simple seafood appetizer with few ingredients, but is oh so elegant. A creamy tarragon sauce is the perfect complement for mild, tender scallops. This is one that will be sure to impress!

I'm so in love with the flavor combos of tangy, earthy goat cheese and something sweet. This appetizer checks all those boxes, and takes the grapey goodness over the top by roasting them! Fresh thyme adds even more to the flavors of this appetizer. This is one you need to try!

Mushrooms are one of my top all-time fave foods, so of course, this is high on my list of recipes to try. It's basically a mushroom pie, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese. This is a perfect Thanksgiving appetizer recipe to serve to a room full of guests.

A unique variation on a "toast" appetizer using eggplant in place of the bread. Topped with tangy, earthy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts and fresh thyme, this is sure to stand out among all the other dishes brought to the party.

A creamy, tangy cheese spread that is amazing served on crackers, crunchy toasts or veggies. So simple, but ridiculously addictive.

A variation on a traditional deviled egg recipe with a smoky, spicy seasoning along the edges of the egg that makes it a show-stopper. Cutting the egg through the enter instead of along the length also provides a beautiful way to display this dish.

Who wouldn't love tender chunks of chicken wrapped in bacon (hello, bacon!) and baked with a sweet and spicy sauce? These are one of those things that pretty much go as soon as you put them down!

Sandwiches are another of my fave things, and change them in to teeny, tiny baby sandwiches and I'm in love! With three different varieties, you can try them all and not feel so guilty that you ate three sandwiches. Win!

This appetizer is one that is looks so good, it just begs to be eaten. Fresh figs baked with creamy Brie cheese and a sweet Kahlua sauce. This is on my Thanksgiving menu for sure!

This appetizer is just all about fall. Roasted sweet delicata squash, tart cherries, creamy ricotta and crunchy pecans. Top it all off with herby, fresh sage and this is November on a plate! Yum!

Mushrooms again...yes! Whole mushrooms cooked until tender in a buttery ranch sauce. Absolute amazing yumminess. Also an added bonus is they're made in the InstantPot, so it's guaranteed to be super simple!

Easy to follow instructions are included for making homemade flaky puff pastry. Topped with thinly sliced new potatoes, Parmesan cheese and fresh rosemary to make another great fall savory appetizer.

An herby, marinated goat cheese is the perfect spread to serve along with crunchy, crusty bread. There's just something about goat cheese that just tastes like the holidays.

Dates are another one of those ingredients that is perfect for the holidays. This appetizer is filled with creamy mascarpone cheese, bright orange zest, salty pistachios, sweet honey and fresh pomegranate. Coud this get any better?

Yet another amazing combo of fall flavors. Earthy roasted beets pair well with blueberries and salty feta cheese and a sweet tang of balsamic vinegar.

I didn't include too many dips here, since many are not too impressive, but this creamy, cheesy dip laced with truffle oil is all that and more! It's also got a bit of fresh garlic and earthy fresh rosemary, which takes this dip to a whole new level.

These meatballs are as tasty as they are beautiful. Topped with a bright fresh homemade cranberry sauce that's got a hint of heat. Another perfect Thanksgiving appetizer reciep!