55 Easy Easter Appetizers That Feed a Crowd

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55 Easy Easter Appetizers That Feed a Crowd1/55 Pickled Eggs and Beets 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pickled Eggs with Beets Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ever since I can remember, my mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my family expected. I made them for my granddaughter the last time she visited and they were all gone before she left. —Mary Banker, Fort Worth, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 egg: 168 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated

fat), 212mg cholesterol, 200mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. This two-for-one pickle recipe combines hard-boiled eggs and cooked beets with a simple pickle brine. The fuchsia-tinged eggs and beets look absolutely stunning on any appetizer platter. While the recipe comes together in only 10 minutes, the eggs do need a day to soak in the pickling liquid, so choose this as your make-ahead appetizer option. 2/55 Spicy Roasted Carrot Hummus 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS OF RTASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 35 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe

The roasted carrots give this hummus a bright, fresh flavor

From the Recipe Creator: This is a wonderful appetizer for Easter, Mother’s Day or any spring gathering. The roasted carrots give this hummus a bright, fresh flavor. Even those who don’t like hummus end up loving this version. —Anne Ormond, Dover, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 155 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 175mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch. Roasted carrots and warm spices give hummus a makeover, making this right at home as an Easter appetizer. Make sure to have a lot of warm pita and

crisp crackers for dipping

crisp crackers for dipping. 3/55 Ham and Cheese Sliders 120 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Make-Ahead Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 55 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My next-door neighbor shared this recipe with me and I simply cannot improve it! You can make it ahead and cook it quickly when company arrives. The combo of flavors makes these sandwiches so delicious. —Iris Weihemuller, Baxter, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 315 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars,

2g fiber), 13g protein

2g fiber), 13g protein. Make these sliders ahead of time and pop them in the oven just as the company arrives. The poppy seeds, horseradish and brown sugar perfectly match salty ham and cheese. 4/55 Pea Soup Shooters 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 20 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Appetizers really don’t get any easier than this. These shooters can be made ahead, they’re colorful, and they won’t weigh you down. Top with a small dollop of yogurt for a little more tang.

Serve soup in chilled shot glasses to transform it into an easy appetizer

—Jacyn Siebert, San Francisco, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 30 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Serve soup in chilled shot glasses to transform it into an easy appetizer. This recipe is a perfect way to showcase seasonal spring peas at your Easter celebration. 5/55 Asparagus Tart 15 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved ALEJANDRO MONFORT FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This lemony tart is loaded with fontina cheese and fresh asparagus.

It’s a snap to make but looks really impressive

It’s a snap to make but looks really impressive. Be advised your guests will be vying for the last piece. —Heidi Meek, Grand Rapids, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 142 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 202mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Turn spring asparagus into the highlight of the Easter appetizer table by baking it into this cheesy tart. It looks impressive enough to come from a bakery, but it’s actually quite easy to make! 6/55 Dill Dip 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dill Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level

One batch is never enough when we have a get-together!

Beginner Total Time 10 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Be prepared—you’ll likely need to make a double batch of this delightful dill dip recipe. One batch is never enough when we have a get-together! It tastes fantastic with just about any vegetable, so you can use whatever you have on hand as a dipper. —Kathy Beldorth, Three Oaks, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 123 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 219mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. To turn this dip into cute and colorful crudite cups, spoon the

creamy dill dip in the bottom of a cup or glass

creamy dill dip in the bottom of a cup or glass. Then, garnish with spears of fresh pepper slices, cucumber and carrots. 7/55 Easter Deviled Eggs Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These eye-catching eggs bring a pop of color to baby showers, spring brunches and bridal get-togethers. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed egg half: 70 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 79mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. These colorful Easter deviled eggs

The dip that can also double as a flavorful sandwich spread

are absolutely perfect as a quick appetizer, easy snack or even for Easter brunch. Diluted food coloring with a touch of vinegar gives the egg whites their vibrant hue. 8/55 Asparagus with Fresh Basil Sauce 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Add zip to your party with this easy appetizer. The dip that can also double as a flavorful sandwich spread. —Janie Colle Hutchinson, Kansas Nutrition Facts: about 2 spears with 1 tablespoon sauce: 72 calories,

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat

6g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat. Fresh asparagus is one of the joys of spring. The dip is wonderful for just-cooked spears, but it also tastes great on sandwiches (so make extra for later). 9/55 Stuffed Mushrooms 29 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Best Ever Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: At party time, I bring out a platter of my easy stuffed mushrooms. I like to make

mine with reduced-fat sausage, but you can use regular for an indulgent treat

mine with reduced-fat sausage, but you can use regular for an indulgent treat. —Debby Beard, Eagle, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 79 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 167mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. These cheesy stuffed mushrooms are a party platter favorite. The sausage filling and herby breadcrumb topping give them a delightful golden-brown color. 10/55 Egg Salad with Cream Cheese 33 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Egg Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 10 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I

love the versatility of this creamy egg salad

love the versatility of this creamy egg salad. You can serve it on a nest of mixed greens, tucked into a sandwich or with your favorite crisp crackers. —Cynthia Kohlberg, Syracuse, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 228 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 264mg cholesterol, 456mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein. Instead of making deviled eggs and a creamy dip, combine the two ideas into a bowl of cream cheese-laced egg salad. Spoon it onto crostini or crackers, or set out a bowl and surround it with scoopable vegetables like celery, endive spears or bell pepper

For use on pasta, add more broth for a saucelike consistency

wedges. 11/55 Sweet Pea Pesto Crostini 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 25 min Servings 20 pieces Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made a healthier spin on pea pesto by subbing in vegetable broth for some of the oil and going easy on the cheese. For use on pasta, add more broth for a saucelike consistency. —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 crostini: 77 calories, 2g fat (trace saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2

starch, 1/2 fat

starch, 1/2 fat. Puree sweet peas with a few healthy ingredients like vegetable broth and extra-virgin olive oil, and spread it over bread as a lovely crostini topping for Easter. Have leftover pesto? Thin it out a bit and toss it with pasta. 12/55 Whipped Feta Dip 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 10 min Servings 1-1/3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The base of this whipped feta dip is a fantastic blank canvas for different flavors. This version is flavored with garlic and lemon. —Dawn Parker, Surrey, British Columbia