14 Finger Food Recipes Perfect for the Super Bowl

Are you ready for the Super Bowl? You’re looking for easy-to-grab foods that everyone will love. Classic Sliders and Mini Quiches are great options to get your party started.

But that’s not all – you’ll also find delicious Queso Dip Bites and many more tasty finger foods to score a touchdown with your guests.

From simple to fancy, these recipes are perfect for a fun-filled Super Bowl party. Get ready to kick off the ultimate game-day celebration with these amazing recipes!

Classic Sliders

Miniature beef burgers, perfect for grabbing off the platter.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Cheese
• Pickles

Instructions

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
3. Use your hands to mix the ingredients until just combined.
4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape into small patties.
5. Grill the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
6. Meanwhile, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
7. Assemble the sliders by spreading a small amount of mayonnaise or ketchup on the bottom bun, followed by a cooked patty, a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, a cheese slice, and a few slices of pickle.
8. Top with the top bun and serve immediately.

Buffalo Chicken Wings

Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings are a classic Super Bowl snack.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot sauce
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Rinse the chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
3. Mix the Frank’s RedHot sauce and butter in a bowl.
4. Add the vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl and stir.
5. Toss the chicken wings in the sauce until they are fully coated.
6. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
7. Arrange the chicken wings on the baking sheet in a single layer.
8. Bake the chicken wings for 30-35 minutes or until crispy.
9. Remove the chicken wings from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
10. Serve the Buffalo Chicken Wings hot with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.

Queso Dip Bites

Crunchy pastry bites filled with creamy queso dip, perfect for Super Bowl parties.

Ingredients

• 1 package of puff pastry
• 1 cup of queso dip
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut into small squares.
3. Spoon a small amount of queso dip onto one half of each square.
4. Sprinkle shredded cheese and chopped cilantro on top of the queso dip.
5. Fold the other half of the pastry square over the filling to form a triangle.
6. Brush the tops with a little bit of water and sprinkle with paprika.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Serve warm and enjoy.

Mini Quiches

Mini quiches are perfect finger foods for the Super Bowl, easy to eat and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups pie crust dough
• 1/2 cup grated cheese
• 1/2 cup diced ham
• 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
• 2 large eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust dough and cut into small squares.
3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cheese, ham, and bell peppers.
4. Place a tablespoon of the egg mixture onto one half of each square.
5. Fold the other half over to form a triangle and press edges to seal.
6. Brush tops with a little water and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Serve warm and enjoy.

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

A delicious and creamy dip perfect for game day.

Ingredients

• 1 (14.5 oz) can of artichoke hearts
• 1 package of frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 cup of mayonnaise
• 1 cup of sour cream
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Drain the artichoke hearts and chop them into small pieces.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped artichoke hearts, spinach, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and garlic.
4. Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Bake the dip in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until it’s hot and bubbly.
7. Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Meatball Subs

Mini meatball subs are perfect finger food for the Super Bowl.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 12 sub rolls

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix well with your hands until just combined.
4. Use your hands to shape the mixture into small meatballs.
5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with dried oregano.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
8. While the meatballs are baking, toast the sub rolls in the oven.
9. Assemble the subs by placing a few meatballs on each roll, then spooning marinara sauce over the top.
10. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
11. Return the subs to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Serve hot and enjoy.

Caprese Skewers

Colorful Caprese Skewers are a simple, yet elegant Super Bowl snack.

Ingredients

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 10-12 wooden skewers
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Cut the mozzarella cheese into 1/2 inch balls.
2. Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes.
3. Cut the fresh basil leaves into small pieces.
4. Thread a cherry tomato, a mozzarella ball, and a basil leaf onto each skewer.
5. Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Mac and Cheese Bites

Mac and Cheese Bites are a creamy, crispy Super Bowl snack.

Ingredients

• 1 cup macaroni
• 2 cups cheese
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
3. Mix cooked macaroni, cheese, and egg in a bowl.
4. Add milk and stir until well combined.
5. Shape into bite-sized balls and coat with breadcrumbs.
6. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
7. Serve hot and enjoy.

Jalapeño Poppers

Spicy jalapeño poppers filled with cream cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon.

Ingredients

• 20 jalapeño peppers
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 6 slices of bacon
• 1 egg
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut off the tops of the jalapeños and scoop out the seeds and membranes.
3. In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
4. Stuff each jalapeño with the cheese mixture.
5. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
6. Dip each bacon-wrapped jalapeño in the beaten egg and then roll in panko breadcrumbs to coat.
7. Place the poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
8. Serve hot and enjoy.

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Mini grilled cheese sandwiches perfect for Super Bowl parties.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of white bread
• 1/2 cup of butter
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 2 cups of shredded cheese
• 1/4 cup of chopped ham
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
2. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
3. Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, on the griddle.
4. Place a slice of cheese and a few pieces of ham on top of the bread.
5. Place another slice of bread, buttered side up, on top of the filling.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7. Flip the sandwich over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the other side is also golden brown.
8. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make more sandwiches.
9. Cut into quarters or halves for bite-sized portions.

Onion Ring Towers

Crispy onion ring towers perfect for snacking during the Super Bowl.

Ingredients

• 1 large onion
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. Slice the onion into 1/2-inch thick rings and separate them into individual rings.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the buttermilk into a separate shallow dish.
4. Dip each onion ring into the buttermilk, coating completely, then roll in the flour mixture to coat.
5. Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
6. Fry the onion rings in batches until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
7. Using a paper towel-lined plate, drain the fried onion rings of excess oil.
8. To assemble the towers, stack the onion rings on top of each other, securing with a toothpick if needed.
9. Serve the onion ring towers hot and enjoy.

Potato Skin Bites

Crispy potato skin bites filled with cheese and bacon.

Ingredients

• 12 large potatoes
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup bacon bits
• 1/4 cup scallions
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Bake potatoes for 45 minutes or until tender.
3. Scoop out most of the potato flesh, leaving a thin layer.
4. Fill each potato skin with cheese, bacon, and scallions.
5. Bake filled potato skins for an additional 10-12 minutes.
6. Serve warm with sour cream.

Chicken Caesar Wraps

Crispy chicken, parmesan, and Caesar dressing in a portable wrap.

Ingredients

• 1 pound cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
• 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 1 cup romaine lettuce
• 4 large tortilla wraps
• 1 cup crispy bacon

Instructions

1. Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.
2. Lay a tortilla wrap flat and spread a layer of Caesar dressing.
3. Add sliced chicken, parmesan cheese, and romaine lettuce on one half of the wrap.
4. Top with crispy bacon and fold the wrap in half.
5. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 4 wraps.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Bacon Wrapped Dates

Sweet and savory, bacon wrapped dates are a perfect snack for the Super Bowl.

Ingredients

• 12 dates
• 6 slices of bacon
• 1/4 cup of blue cheese crumbles
• 1 tablespoon of honey

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each date with a piece of bacon, securing with a toothpick.
3. Place the wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
5. While the dates are baking, mix the blue cheese crumbles and honey in a small bowl.
6. Remove the dates from the oven and let them cool for a minute.
7. Drizzle the blue cheese and honey mixture over the warm dates.
8. Serve warm and enjoy.

Conclusion

You’re thinking, “Finger foods are too much work,” but trust us, they’re easy and worth it. These 14 recipes, from Classic Sliders to Bacon Wrapped Dates, will score big at your Super Bowl party, offering a variety of flavors and textures that’ll keep your guests coming back for more, making the extra effort totally worth it.