26 Cheap Appetizers for a Party on a Budget

Planning a party on a budget? No problem! You can still serve delicious snacks without spending a lot. From tasty dips to easy finger foods, these affordable appetizers are perfect for any gathering. Treat your guests to a feast without breaking the bank, and they’ll leave with satisfied appetites!

Fresh And Easy Chunky Mango Salsa

Mango salsa in a bowl next to a wooden spoon. — Fresh And Easy Chunky Mango Salsa. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Serve this chunky mango salsa with your favourite fish or seafood. This salsa made with fresh mangoes also makes a great dip. You can imagine how fresh, sweet and tangy this Mexican fruit salsa is. This summer salsa recipe is a recipe with mangos and other tasty ingredients.
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Antipasto Skewers

Delicious and easy antipasto skewers: perfect for parties, BBQs & gatherings! Made with Italian flavours, they are a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Italian Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer

New Year's Eve appetizers - Stuffed tomatoes with ricotta cheese and basil on a wooden cutting board. — Italian Burrata Stuffed Tomato Appetizer. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

If you’re looking for bite size finger food, why not consider making filled tomatoes with fresh burrata? This Italian burrata stuffed tomato appetizer only calls for four ingredients plus salt and pepper. You’ll love this appetizer with burrata cheese and fresh tomatoes.
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Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

Cheeseburger bites on a plate with fries. — Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These air fryer bacon wrapped cheeseburger bites are a perfect appetizer for any occasion, with a quick and easy preparation. Whether you call them bacon wrapped meatballs or meatloaf balls, you’re sure to love their amazing taste!
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The Best-Ever Texas Cowboy Caviar Dip

A bowl of black bean and corn salsa with tortilla chips. — Texas Cowboy Caviar Dip. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Have you heard of a Texas cowboy caviar dip before? This colourful appetizer makes a great BBQ dip that is packed full of flavour. If you are looking for a Southwest vegan dip or a bean and corn salsa, this is for you!
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Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs

Loaded deviled eggs such as these Bloody Mary eggs are always a welcome part of the BBQ, cookout, or picnic table. They’re also a handy snack at any time since you can make these unique gourmet deviled eggs ahead.
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Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites

Appetizers: Pizza bagel bites on a plate with tomatoes and basil, perfect for New Year's Eve. — Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

These homemade mini pizza bagel bites are just as more-ish as they sound! Once you know how to make bagel bites, you’ll want to rustle up this bite size pizza snack all the time. They’re a great lunch, snack or appetizer. Give these easy DIY pizza bagels a try!
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Air Fryer Puff Pastry Garlic Cheese Twists

Cheesy garlic bread sticks in a basket on a wooden table, perfect for your next gathering. — Puff Pastry Garlic Cheese Twists. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Parmesan and mozzarella air fryer puff pastry garlic cheese twists make a wonderful air fryer appetizer or side dish. It is so easy to make cheese twists from scratch. Homemade puff pastry cheese straws are so much more delicious than the store-bought kind.
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Pizza Muffins

These pizza muffins are crescent roll cups filled with pizza sauce, cheese and pepperoni, then baked to golden brown perfection.
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Air Fryer Hot Pockets

When you are craving a yummy, flaky hot pocket, skip the supermarket version and make a batch of homemade Air Fryer Hot Pockets instead!
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Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Delicious chicken wings served in a white bowl with crispy celery. — Air Fryer Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

These Air Fryer Chicken Wings are crispy baked to perfection and covered in a delicious savory sauce that will have everyone licking their fingers.
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Easy Watermelon Salsa With Jicama

A bowl of homemade salsa served with chips. — Easy Watermelon Salsa. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This light and refreshing Watermelon and Jicama Salsa makes a great treat with tortilla chips and your favorite cold cocktails.
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Sunny Pico De Gallo With Yellow Tomatoes

A bowl of salsa with tortilla chips, a spoon, and an Italian appetizer twist. — Sunny Pico De Gallo With Yellow Tomatoes. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This bright and cheerful Sunny Pico De Gallo With Yellow Tomatoes will make any summer cookout better. Delicious and so easy to prepare!
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Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Chips

Zucchini fries with dipping sauce on a white plate. — Air Fryer Zucchini Chips. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

These air fryer zucchini chips are a delectable appetizer with a salty, savory flavor and crispy texture.
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Easy Chili Spiced Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

A plate of grilled chicken legs on a wooden table, perfect for winter recipes. — Easy Chili Spiced Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Healy Eats Real.

These chili-spiced air fryer chicken drumsticks are crispy, juicy, and flavorful with a kick. They can be made quickly for an easy appetizer.
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Creamy White Bean Garlic Dip

A bowl of white bean dip with a knife and fork. — Creamy White Bean Garlic Dip. Photo credit: A Southern Soul.

Creamy white bean dip with fresh rosemary, garlic and lemon is a fantastic appetizer to serve when entertaining or hosting a party.
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Italian Chicken Meatballs

A group of food balls. — Italian Chicken Meatballs. Photo credit: Happy Gut Lucky.

These Italian Chicken Meatballs are juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. They’re easy and go well in soup, pasta, sandwiches, and more!
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Spring Onion Pancakes

Food on a plate next to a bowl of sauce. — Spring Onion Pancakes. Photo credit: Cooking With Lei.

Super easy Spring Onion Pancakes (Chinese crepes). No kneading, no shaping – just simple ingredients and deliciousness in no time.
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Hot Dog Burnt Ends

These hot dog burnt ends, also called poor man’s burnt ends, are crispy and caramelized on the outside and juicy on the inside.
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Air Fryer Chickpeas

Roasted chickpeas in a white bowl. — Air Fryer Chickpeas. Photo credit: Mom Foodie.

Crispy air fryer chickpeas (garbanzo beans) make a great, inexpensive appetizer. These quick roasted chickpeas are super crispy and seasoned as you like in just a few minutes.
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Dill Pickle Popcorn

A bowl of popcorn with dill. — Dill Pickle Popcorn. Photo credit: Style And Grace.

Crispy, savoury and packed with tangy pickle flavour, this delicious Dill Pickle popcorn is sure to be your new favourite snack!
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Vegetable Dumplings

A plate of food with sauce. — Vegetable Dumplings. Photo credit: Chef’s Pencil.

Loved by everyone, these bite-sized vegetable dumplings are the perfect option for any meal or occasion. You can make everything from scratch in no time!
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Lemon And Roasted Garlic Hot Spinach Dip

A bowl of ricotta and spinach dip with lemons. — Lemon And Roasted Garlic Hot Spinach Dip. Photo credit: Salted Mint.

This baked hot spinach and artichoke dip is the perfect appetizer or snack. Spread it on a sliced baguette of for dipping chips.
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Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Polenta Fries

Roasted sweet potato fries on a tray with parsley and parmesan, drizzled with truffle oil. — Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Polenta Fries. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

With the popularity of air frying and the versatility of polenta, it was only a matter of time before air fried polenta became a thing! And this air fryer parmesan truffle polenta fries recipe shows you exactly how to bring out the wonderful flavour of polenta.
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Savory Hummus

A bowl of hummus with chickpeas in it. — Savory Hummus. Photo credit: Whole New Mom.

This Savory Hummus is delicious! Loaded with wholesome ingredients and flavorful spices, you’ll love the taste!
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Nacho Fries (Better Than Taco Bell!)

These Nacho Fries are better than Taco Bell! Perfectly seasoned and topped with taco beef, lots of cheese, peppers, and green onions.
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