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15 Easy Appetizers for Fall (perfect for a party)

ByJessica Kostka

It’s the time of year where we start to entertain and gather together more often so we need easy appetizers for the Fall season!

whipped ricotta on toast with roasted grapes

I LOVE to make appetizers. If I could eat appetizers for dinner I would (and sometimes I do!)

Fall is one of the best times of year for cozy foods and cozy flavours. Whether you’re having a casual get-together or kicking off a big dinner party, easy appetizers for Fall are a must.

What flavours will you find in these easy appetizers for Fall

  • Apples and cinnamon
  • Pears and walnuts
  • Dates and pistachios
  • Butternut squash and sage
  • Carrots and feta
  • Sundried tomatoes and pesto

With appetizers like baked brie to bite-sized appetizers and of course dips, you’re sure to find an easy appetizer for any type of gathering.

close up of an apple

Baked Cheese Appetizers

Baked brie is a quintessential appetizer any time of year but I enjoy it best during the Fall season! And if you want to try a new baked cheese, try baked feta or gruyere wrapped in puff pastry.

Baked Brie with Maple Cinnamon Apples and Pecans
This Baked Brie with Maple Cinnamon Apples & Pecans is the ultimate easy appetizer for Fall. Enjoy tender apples & creamy brie in each bite!
Check out this recipe
baked brie with apples, pecans and maple syrup
Baked Feta Appetizer with Dates, Pistachios & Honey
Make this Baked Feta with Dates, Pistachios and Honey in just 20 minutes! This easy appetizer is a true crowd-pleaser during the holidays!
Check out this recipe
overhead of baked feta with dates
Quick and Easy Maple Pecan Baked Brie Appetizer
This Maple Pecan Baked Brie is a perfect appetizer for Fall and Winter gatherings! Easily made with just 6 ingredients & best enjoyed warm.
Check out this recipe
baked brie with maple pecans
Pear & Walnut Baked Brie
This Pear & Walnut Baked Brie is one of the easiest appetizers you'll ever make. Pears, honey and walnuts go beautifully with the melty brie!
Check out this recipe
pear and walnut baked brie
Puff Pastry Baked Gruyere with Fig Jam & Rosemary
Make this melty, delicious Puff Pastry Baked Gruyere appetizer in just 30 minutes. With fig jam & rosemary, it's a perfect savory bite.
Check out this recipe
baked gruyere on a serving tray with crackers
hand holding crostini dipping into baked brie

Bite-sized Fall appetizers

For quick easy appetizers for Fall, try one of these bite-sized appies! Packed with Fall flavours, many of these bite-sized appies can be prepared ahead of time too.

Prosciutto, Sage & Gruyere Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Make these Prosciutto, Sage & Gruyere Puff Pastry Pinwheels appetizer with just 5 key ingredients! They're a perfect savoury appetizer bite!
Check out this recipe
overhead of puff pastry pinwheels
Easy Caramelized Onion Mini Cheese Balls Appetizer
Make these Caramelized Onion Mini Cheese Balls for an easy appetizer any time of year! A savory & delicious bite-sized appetizer for a party.
Check out this recipe
side angle caramelized onion mini cheese balls
Easy Pear & Goat Cheese Crostini Appetizer with Honey
Make these pear appetizers in under 20 minutes! Crostini topped with goat cheese, sliced pear, toasted almonds & honey are the perfect bite.
Check out this recipe
pear & goat cheese crostini
Easy Buffalo Chicken Puff Pastry Bites Appetizer
These buffalo chicken puff pastry bites are the perfect game-day appetizer! Cheesy, spicy and crunchy, they're a must-make delicious bite.
Check out this recipe
buffalo chicken bites on a serving tray drizzled with buffalo sauce
side angle of prosciutto puff pastry bites

Best Dip Appetizers

One of the most classic appetizers for any season is a dip recipe! I’ve put my Fall twist on classic dips using delicious seasonal produce like red grapes, butternut squash and sage or sundried tomatoes.

Quick Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey Appetizer
Make this creamy whipped ricotta dip with hot honey for a quick & delicious appetizer! Top with rosemary & walnuts, for savory & sweet bite!
Check out this recipe
whipped ricotta with hot honey overhead in a bowl
Butternut Squash Crostini Appetizer with Crispy Sage
This divine Butternut Squash Appetizer is made for holiday gatherings! Served on crostini it's the best sweet & savory bite guests will love.
Check out this recipe
butternut squash appetizer on a plate
Easy Pizza-Inspired Olive Oil Dip with Burrata Cheese
Make this Olive Oil Dip with Burrata Cheese in 10 minutes! Enveloped by pizza-inspired flavours, this burrata appetizer is hard to resist.
Check out this recipe
ball of burrata in a bowl drizzle with olive oil and herbs
Whipped Ricotta with Roasted Grapes & Hazelnuts
This Whipped Ricotta with Roasted Grapes is sweet and savory, a true delight! A perfect appetizer for entertaining in the Fall & Winter!
Check out this recipe
overhead of whipped ricotta with roasted grapes and crostini
Easy Cheesy Baked Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
This easy cheesy baked pesto dip is packed with flavour and juicy sun-dried tomatoes. It's an easy appetizer for the holidays and game-day!
Check out this recipe
cheesy baked pesto dip with a serving knife
Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Dip Recipe (perfect chip dip!)
Make this creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dip in just 10 minutes with cream cheese, yogurt, seasonings & sun dried tomatoes. A quick dip to serve guests!
Check out this recipe
sundried tomato dip in a serving bowl with chips
whipped ricotta with hot honey overhead in a bowl

Cocktail Pairings for Appetizers

What pairs best with appetizers, seasonal cocktails of course! Here are some of my favourite cocktail pairings.

Pair baked brie or baked feta with a cocktail featuring bourbon or something fizzy –

Apple Cider Bourbon Fizz
Full of warm spices, apple cider, bourbon and fizzy prosecco, this divine bourbon cockail is fully flavoured and perfect for Fall & Winter.
Check out this recipe
bourbon fizz cocktail
prosecco being poured into a holiday cocktail

Pair dip recipes or bite-sized Fall appetizers featuring pesto, sundried tomatoes, salty cheeses like parmesan or gruyere or prosciutto with an aperol spritz cocktail –

The Best Pomegranate Aperol Spritz Holiday Cocktail
This pomegranate aperol spritz is the perfect holiday cocktail! Made with just 4 ingredients, everyone will love this festive sip!
Check out this recipe
angled view of a aperol spritz holiday cocktail
Winter Cranberry Aperol Spritz
This Winter Aperol Spritz is dressed up for the holidays with the addition of cranberry juice and a festive rosemary sprig!
Check out this recipe
winter aperol spritz cocktail

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