43 Housewarming Party Appetizers So Simple, You’ll Actually Enjoy Hosting!
Hosting a housewarming party can feel like a high-stakes episode of a cooking show: “Here’s your brand-new home, 15 guests arriving in two hours, and a fridge full of mismatched ingredients. Good luck!” Sound familiar?
It’s a lot. But I’ve learned the key to surviving —and even enjoying — hosting is having a lineup of appetizers so simple and delicious that they basically carry the party for you…and that’s what’s right here on this page!
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Let me tell you about the time I hosted my first housewarming party. I was beyond excited but also completely overwhelmed.
I wanted everything to be perfect, but between unpacking boxes and figuring out how my new oven worked (spoiler: it didn’t), I was scrambling.
My saving grace? A few go-to recipes that required almost zero effort but got rave reviews.
Like the caprese skewers I threw together in minutes: cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, a drizzle of balsamic glaze. People devoured them.
Or the store-bought puff pastry I turned into mini tarts with caramelized onions and goat cheese.
They looked fancy but were so easy I almost felt guilty. Almost (haha!)
Here’s the thing: when you’re hosting, it’s not about impressing people with Michelin-star-level snacks.
It IS about creating a warm, welcoming vibe where everyone — including YOU — gets to relax and enjoy.
And that starts with appetizers that are simple, crowd-pleasing, and stress-free.
So, whether you’re unpacking in a new home or just planning your next get-together, I’ve got you covered.
I’ve rounded up 43 of the easiest, tastiest housewarming party appetizers that will have your guests asking for the recipes and you feeling like the host of the year.
Check out the full list below and get ready to actually enjoy hosting… for once.
Spicy, sweet, and savory, these Peach Burrata Parmesan Crostini are a great summer appetizer, side, or light meal. Fresh sourdough bread baked with parmesan cheese and pepper until toasted. Each cheesy crostini is topped with creamy burrata, sweet peaches, salty prosciutto, fresh basil, and hot honey. These look and taste fancy, but are so simple to make – and so amazingly GOOD!
These crowd-pleaser bacon jalapeño popper cheese balls only take 10 minutes and are loaded with flavor - and absolute MUST MAKE!
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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts are a delicious appetizer that combines the savory flavor of bacon with the crunchy texture of water chestnuts, all dressed-up in a sweet, savory, and tangy sauce.
This classic dish is perfect for the holidays, parties, or any get together where you want to totally impress your guests with most tasty appetizers!
These Chardonnay Italian Sausage Bites are it! Italian sausage are cut into bite-size pieces, simmered in chardonnay and then quickly browned under your broiler.
Plate and serve with a simple spicy mustard dip. Serves a crowd in under 1 hour.
Cranberry Brie Bites are a delicious handheld, bite-sized appetizer that is just perfect for the holidays.
Sweet and tart cranberry and orange flavors on top of creamy brie cheese all piled into a buttery, flaky crescent dough cup.
Shrimp toasts are fresh chopped shrimp, onion, celery, and garlic, all nested in a luscious sauce made from cream cheese, Parmesan, and Fontina cheese with just a hint of Cajun spice.
This easy Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Spread is the perfect sweet touch to a tailgating menu or any gathering of friends.
It’s quick and easy to put together and the ingredients are basic enough to keep on hand for last minute entertaining.
These are absolutely delicious! The mustard sauce from this recipe makes this recipe complete. Every time I have served these as an appetizer they have been one of the first things to go.
Such a simple cold NO COOK appetizer idea - and they're so pretty!
With these tasty Glazed Pigs In a Blanket, everyone's favorite little piggies are baked in a buttery sweet-and-savory brown sugar glaze, which adds absolutely amazing flavor to this classic savory treat.
These bite-sized delights are wrapped in bacon and cooked in a mouthwatering brown sugar and pineapple sauce.
Just four ingredients, and you’ve got yourself a sweet and savory treat that’ll disappear in seconds.
They’re so easy to make, and that sauce is just YUM…
Tomato Tartlets with Puff Pastry are a flaky, cheesy appetizer, brunch treat, or snack made in just 30 minutes.
Each bite is a medley of flaky puff pastry, creamy ricotta, Italian herbs, and juicy tomatoes.
Make individual tartlets or one large tart to be sliced and shared at your next party.
Made with refrigerated Crescent Roll dough and a few other ingredients, these Hot Turkey and Cheese Party Roll-Ups are an Easy Party Appetizer for special events all Holiday season long.
They are the perfect bite sized snack for any party crowd!
Ham and Cheese Sliders are the best solution for an easy appetizer finger food. These make the perfect party food, and will win over any crowd.
Incredible apple and brie crostini with prosciutto, fresh arugula and a drizzle of homemade hot honey.
These easy brie crostini are the perfect combination of sweet, savory and spicy. A wonderful appetizer for the holidays!
This easy stuffed mushrooms recipe is super easy to make, tastes deliciously rich & decadent, and they are always crowd pleasers!
These boursin stuffed mushrooms are the perfect appetizer to serve for guests at your Thanksgiving dinner and/or Christmas feast, but they are also a tasty side dish for steak, roast beef, or prime rib.
Spinach and Artichoke Squares are baked on a crescent roll crust - such a simple way to turn everyone's favorite Spinach & Artichoke Dip into delicious party squares!
Perfect for gobbling up during and Holiday get-together!
Cream Cheese Tortilla Bites are an easy, but tasty appetizer that is flavored with everything seasoning and fried for flavorful bite-sized finger food.
With just four simple ingredients, you can have these ready to munch on any time!
And, you can even make these in an air fryer!
These stuffed pepper bites are not only GORGEOUS to look at, they taste even better.
Made with 3 simple - and CHEAP - ingredients, these colorful shareable snacks will be a crowd favorite.
Make this simple festive appetizer for your holiday guests. Toasted baguette slices with creamy, melted brie are topped with an orange-cranberry-pomegranate mixture--each bite delivers an explosion of flavor and texture!
Ready to step up your appetizer game without the stress?
Dive into these quick and tasty hot appetizer recipes below, and let’s make hosting easier and tastier than ever!
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