Be the host with the most with these ultra-simple three-ingredient appetizers.
We reach for flavor-packed ingredients to make these easy apps seem far more complex than they are.
Blackberry jam provides sweetness while goat cheese adds a slight tang to create a sweet-and-savory appetizer.
Photo: Carolyn Hodges
Be sure the goat cheese is cold before you use it, so it’s easier to crumble.
It’s so simple yet so delicious, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it more often!
3-Ingredient Kalamata-Olive Hummus
Who doesn’t like hummus?
Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.
and serve it with crunchy pita chips.
Adapted from theSpinach Puffsrecipe developed by Laura Kanya.
Beyond being an ideal choice for midday, this quick and easy recipe doubles as a satisfying appetizer.
Photo by: Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.
Simply layer each ingredient on top of the other and secure with a toothpick for an easy bite-size starter.
Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
Try this satisfying snack instead of nuts.
The tasty legumes are lower in calories and packed with fiber.
Jennifer Causey
A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap.
These chips can be enjoyed as-is or dressed up with seasoning.
Simply toss baked potato peel chips with seasoning immediately after removing them from the oven.
Jordan Provost
(If you season before baking, the spices may burn.)
The only trick is to season them right awaythe seasonings will not adhere well once the chips have cooled.
3-Ingredient Cranberry-Brie Bites
Baked Brie is a perennially popular appetizer.
Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali
Crisp, sweet-tart apples, like Granny Smith or Pink Lady, work best.
Using store-bought puff pastry results in a flaky, buttery crust but without the hassle of making it yourself.
Fig jam and Brie cheese top the pastry to create a stunning recipe.
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
The optional minced chives add a nice pop of color, but these are just as tasty without herbs.
Keep the ingredients on hand and you’re able to whip these up for impromptu holiday cocktail parties.
These tomato-mozzarella-basil skewers are easy to assemble and perfect for a party.
Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.
The tangy cranberries cut through the richness of the cheese to create a balanced bite.
This quick appetizer can be easily doubled to feed a crowd.
3-Ingredient Everything Bagel Cheese Ball
This is not your grandma’s cheese ball.
Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.
It has all the flavor of an everything bagel without all the carbs and with just 3 ingredients!
Want to emphasize the bagel taste?
Serve it with bagel chips and some raw veggies for dipping to keep things healthy.
Diana Chistruga
It’s so simple to make yet so elegant and delicious.
Add slices of apple for extra crunch, if you’d like, or keep these bites simple.
Either way, consider making a double batchthey’ll go quickly.
Carolyn Hodges
Carolyn Hodges
Carolyn Hodges
Photographer / Jen Causey, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall
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