Searching for the best wedding appetizer ideas to kick off your big day in style? The right appetizer will kick off your big day with a delicious bang! The appetizer extravaganza will turn any wedding nibbles into bites of bliss, whether you’re having an intimate gathering or a grand celebration. Prepare to spoil your palate with the best wedding appetizer ideas you could wish for!
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Elegant Salmon Bites
If you are looking for an elegant solution, these smoked salmon and cucumber bites are your way to go.
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Appetizer
These smoked salmon cucumber appetizers are not only tasty but also visually appealing, making them a perfect choice for parties, celebrations, or as a light and refreshing snack. Enjoy!
If there’s one combo that everybody loves, that’s chicken and waffles!
Chicken Waffles
The breading is super crunchy and aromatic because of the parmesan and granulated garlic in the mixture. I drizzled it with my favorite sweet chili sauce, but you can go for whatever sauce you fancy – from honey to hot sauce. Here is the only recipe for the best Chicken Waffles you’ll ever need!
Italian food lovers will adore the following appetizers.
Stracciatella Sandwich with Prosciutto
This Stracciatella Sandwich combines fresh ingredients like arugula, succulent prosciutto, and creamy Stracciatella cheese layered between slices of toasted ciabatta bread. Renowned for its delightful assembly, the Prosciutto sandwich brings a taste of Italy to your plate with every bite.
Enjoy this luxurious Stracciatella Cheese sandwich that combines the creamy texture of stracciatella with the rich flavor of mortadella, all enhanced by the homemade pistachio pesto.
Any quesadillas will do, but if you are looking for an idea that will sound like a million dollars, chicken and steak quesadilla is the one you want.
Chicken and Steak Quesadilla
This dish is super fun, scrumptious, and simple to make! Juicy and tender meat, swathed in stretchy cheese, inside a crispy tortilla – sounds perfect, right? Here is the recipe for this flavorful bite, that everyone will LOVE!
Because regular deviled eggs are just too basic for weddings.
Deviled Egg Cupcakes
If you hate peeling the boiled eggs or simply want fancier appetizers -this one is for you! Eggs and avocados are a match made in heaven, so I used that combination. Chilli, lime, and smoked paprika fuse all the flavors together in one perfect bite!
These mini chicken pot pies are easy to make and even easier to eat. They make great appetizers.
Deep Fried Chicken Pot Pie
The only thing better than the regular pie is pie pockets! I adore the flaky crust on the outside and the rich, creamy, and tender filling inside. My favorite combination is chicken tenders, carrots, peas, and sweet corn. YUM!
If you want to add more seafood to your wedding appetizer table, I recommend shrimp skewers. People usually love shrimp even if they don’t eat fish, and that’s why it is my safe bet.
Texas Roadhouse Grilled Shrimp Appetizer
TR copycat recipe for grilled shrimp skewers. Tasty and juicy, just like the original ones.
This appetizer screams gourmet sophistication – ideal for a wedding! It’s the kind of bite that wows you – the richness of the foie gras dances perfectly with the chutney’s caramelized onion sweetness.
Foie Gras & Onion Chutney Appetizer
The delicate marriage of foie gras, sweet onion and spices! This delicious appetizer is easy and perfect for any celebration. Follow our short recipe with step-by-step, illustrated instructions.
Succulent cubes of fresh tuna marinated in a zesty blend nestled in crispy wonton cups are a crunchy, savory delight that feels like a mini vacation to Hawaii. It is an amazing fusion that will offer your guests not just a snack, but an experience.
Ahi Poke
Add a little soy sauce, sesame oil and vinegar to some fresh ahi tuna and you get a wonderfully flavorful Ahi Poke that’s great any time of the year.
This golden masterpiece is rich, savory, and oh-so-decadent – wonderful to serve at a beachy wedding. Serve these plump, juicy oysters on a bed of rock salt and top them with a luscious mixture of spinach and herbs.
Oysters Rockefeller
This easy Oysters Rockefeller recipe is always a hit. Topped with creamy spinach and breadcrumbs that get nice and crispy under the broiler.
Each bite of prosciutto-wrapped dates is a flavor explosion – sweet, salty, creamy, and crispy all at once! These little bundles of joy are heavenly contrasts of textures that will be a party hit.
Prosciutto Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Dates
A quick and easy appetizer for any occasion! Prosciutto wrapped cheese stuffed dates with thyme, honey and balsamic glaze! Just 6 ingredients!
I would love to be a guest at a wedding where they serve these party cups! It is both eye-catching and delish but in layers, with a side of crispy tortilla chips.
Individual Seven Layer Dip Cups
Everything you love about Seven Layer Dip assembled in individual-sized servings. The perfect game day appetizer for your next watch party!
These Texan-inspired bites are an outstanding blend of elegant and down-home delicious! Smoky tender salmon with zesty lime dressing gives the missing kick and makes each bite a bold, flavorful adventure!
Texas Smoked Salmon Tartare Recipe
These spicy, tangy little hors d’oeuvres are chef Dean Fearing’s take on the classic combination of smoked salmon, red onion and capers.
Mini pizzas are crowd-pleasers – superb to bring a dash of Italy to your wedding. Choose any toppings you like and make them simple or extra fancy – as you wish!
Mini Homemade Pizzas
These homemade mini pizzas are so easy to make, using a 30 minute mini pizza dough recipe, and are the perfect lunchbox snacks.
This is the best appetizer to serve if you want to bring a homey, rustic vibe to your wedding table. They are super flavorful, simple to eat, and most importantly, they won’t stain your dress!
Mini Borek (Börek) with Feta & Tomatoes
A quick and easy-to-prepare snack you can take to a picnic or serve when having a beer/wine with friends in your garden: Mini Borek (Börek) with Feta & Sun-dried Tomatoes.
If you’re blasting Abba at your wedding, Greek potato skins are the only logical choice for the appetizer! Each piece is a burst of flavors – savory, tangy, and utterly tasty.
Greek Potato Skins
These healthy Greek Potato Skins are baked until crispy then topped with roasted garlic hummus and fresh veggies! We love ours with avocado, tomato…
This bite is a journey through Korean cuisine that will impress your guests – crisp cucumber slices topped with rich, spicy beef. The taste is out-of-this-world, even if you don’t fancy red meat particularly.
Spicy Korean Beef & Cucumber Appetizers
Slices of cucumber are topped with beef Strip Steak, herbed cream cheese and a spicy Asian Sauce. This Beef.
Juicy chicken skewers pair flawlessly with spicy peanut sauce. I love this serving option for a wedding party, as each guest can eat, dip, and mingle at the same time.
Shotglass Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
These spicy and sweet chicken skewers will melt in your mouth with flavor, and you’ll want to put this peanut sauce on everything!
These mini quiches are the perfect one-bite pastries, offering a mix of flavors that can satisfy a variety of tastes on the wedding appetizer table. Their elegant presentation and versatility make them an easy choice for adding sophistication to any event.
Mini Quiche Recipe (3 Flavors!)
This mini quiche recipe is bite sized pastries filled with eggs, cheese, meat and vegetables. An elegant appetizer or brunch option.
Stuffed mushrooms with cream cheese provide a rich, savory flavor in each bite, ideal for a wedding setting where guests can enjoy finger foods. Their make-ahead convenience allows for easy preparation and seamless service on the big day.
Super Simple Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
Stuffed mushrooms with cream cheese are an easy make-ahead appetizer or finger food for your next party. Plus they’re deliciously juicy & crispy.
Goat cheese and roasted fig tartlets bring a delightful combination of sweet and savory, adding a touch of elegance to any wedding appetizer spread. Their unique flavor profile will appeal to guests looking for something different and memorable.
Goat Cheese and Roasted Fig Tartlet
Goat Cheese and Roasted Fig Tartlet Appetizers that are sweet, savory, creamy and crunchy all in one bite. Very adaptable appetizer recipe!
This steak and potatoes appetizer is a hearty option that elevates classic flavors into a gourmet bite, perfect for wedding receptions. The creamy potatoes and juicy steak offer a satisfying yet refined choice for guests seeking comfort food in a stylish form.
Steak and Potatoes Appetizer
I am so excited to show you this recipe today using Little Potato Company’s Creamer potatoes! This Mouthwatering Steak and Potatoes recipe is easy to follow and delicious!
These mini goat cheese balls with cranberries and pecans add a festive touch to a wedding appetizer table with their vibrant colors and flavors. The sweet and tangy combination is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, setting a celebratory tone for the event.
Mini Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls
These festive Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls are a perfect make ahead party appetizer recipe! With creamy goat cheese, cinnamon, cranberries and pecans, they’re always the first appetizer to go.
Spinach balls are an easy-to-make, flavorful appetizer that’s both vegetarian-friendly and widely appealing. They’re ideal for weddings as they add a pop of color and a healthy option for guests without sacrificing taste.
Easy Spinach Balls
These Spinach Balls are the perfect appetizer! They are delicious, easy to make, and an appetizer recipe that everyone will want the recipe for.
Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Seared Tomatoes & Roasted Garlic
This bruschetta with seared tomatoes and burrata cheese is a decadent, Italian-inspired appetizer that will add a rustic yet elegant touch to the wedding menu. The fresh ingredients and bold flavors make it a standout choice for guests to enjoy.
Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Seared Tomatoes & Roasted Garlic
This bruschetta recipe with seared cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic and burrata will be the most decadent antipasto at your dinner party!
Tuna egg salad roll-ups offer a refreshing twist on classic flavors, perfect for guests who enjoy light and tasty appetizers. Their convenient roll-up style makes them easy to eat and perfect for mingling at wedding receptions.
Tuna Egg Salad Roll Ups
Tuna Egg Salad Roll Ups uses the best tuna and egg salad recipes in a sandwich or wrap, blended or not, this snack or meal won’t disappoint!
Laura Bais is the owner of Julie's Cafe Bakery food blog. From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and at the age of 13, she made her first meal. After finishing high school, she undergraduates in Cultural Studies at the University of Rijeka, and graduates in Journalism at the University of Zagreb. At that time she honed her cooking skills, but also worked in marketing. Since her love for cooking never faded, in 2021 she finally decided to share her recipes with the world. Laura turned her hobby into a career and loves every moment of it. Now she writes about common mistakes in the kitchen and how to avoid them, about adding twists to traditional meals, etc. Her love for trying new foods often leads her to visit restaurants and attempt to recreate the meals at home. She has been featured on F and B Recipes and BOXROX, to name a few.
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