7+ Thanksgiving appetizers everyone will love 🦃

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Hello Reader!

Nothing says Thanksgiving like a good appetizer to get the gathering started.

While I don’t want our guests to fill up on snacks, I do want them to enjoy themselves and have some nibbles before we sit down, especially if I think the meal takes a bit longer to prepare than originally planned.

Appetizers tend to be a good idea on Thanksgiving, so long as you’re not overloading guests with them. And if you're going to someone else's house for the feast? You can easily bring an appetizer with you!

Here are some of my favorites to make and share...

Erin

Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Made with simple ingredients and requiring no baking time, this easy cranberry appetizer is festive and the best balance of sweet, tart and spicy.

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Whipped Ricotta Dip

Paired with garlicky crostini, this simple dip recipe is easy to make and perfect for sharing for various occasions.

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Cranberry Baked Brie in a Puff Pastry

Topped with a tart, spiced Cranberry Chutney before it bakes, this Puff Pastry Baked Brie is a decadent recipe that looks fancy but is actually quite simple to make!

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More Thanksgiving links for today...

Need more easy app ideas for the coming weeks? Baked Brie Bites (with French Onion vibes), Bacon and Green Onion Cheeseball, Thanksgiving Cheese Board and Bacon Wrapped Dates are all scrumptious and easy to share! This Baked Brie with Pepper Jelly and Toasted Pecans is a fun twist on the classic.
Looking for more Thanksgiving recipes? Check out The Best Thanksgiving Appetizers and The Best Thanksgiving Drinks (Cocktails and Mocktails.)
Thinking about holiday shopping? I've written gift guides to serve as inspiration! Check out Gifts for Bakers, Gifts for Coffee Lovers, Gifts for Cheese Lovers and more on my gift guide resource page.
Need help planning and hosting Thanksgiving? My Holiday Hosting Handbook was written for you!

Howdy! I'm Erin.

At The Speckled Palate, you'll find easy recipes and drinks that call for simple, fresh ingredients that hopefully inspire you to invite your people into your home for super low-key gatherings. Buy me a cup of coffee.

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