45 Best Finger Food Ideas to Get the Party Started

This flavorful, crunchy meal is made with a simple spice rub, chicken breast, and fresh lettuce leaves. These handheld bites make for a hearty appetizer or a filling lunch or dinner when you eat a few of them.

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Pizza night just got an upgrade! These mini pies — which are topped with onion, pepperoncini, honey and pepperoni — come together in the air fryer for easy cleanup.

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Everyone at your next party is going to applaud your creativity when you set these out. Just get a bag of your favorite kettle-cooked chips and top it with a homemade lemony crème fraîche and salmon roe for an impressive appetizer.

Get the Chips and Roe recipe.

These handheld pastries are the perfect addition to your next brunch. They're made with jammy roasted strawberries, thyme leaves, heavy cream and butter.

Get the Air Fryer Strawberry-Thyme Mini Scones recipe.

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When you think about it, tacos are absolutely finger food! These delicious ones bring together crispy chorizo, golden potatoes and salsa verde.

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These elegant bites, featuring sweet dates and salty Manchego, are the ideal appetizer for your New Year's Eve spread.

Get the Manchego Devils on Horseback recipe.

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Toss storebought meatballs in a delectable fruity sauce. Can you say easiest-ever finger food?

Get the Sweet and Sour Meatballs recipe.

These party-ready bites, stacked with tasty cold cuts, cheese and a zesty mustard sauce, are perfect for a crowd.

Get the Picnic Sandwich Pinwheels recipe.

Your Super Bowl spread deserves to feature these crispy kid-friendly chicken strips.

Get the Air Fryer Chicken Strips recipe.

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Upgrade a store-bought party staple with a sprinkle of parmesan and fresh chives.

Get the Parmesan-Chive Chips recipe.

Pile slow-simmered pulled pork and a flavorful slaw atop soft rolls for easy handheld sliders the whole crew will enjoy.

Get the Applesauce Pulled Pork Sandwiches recipe.

If you've ever tried Ethiopian food, you know it is typically eaten with your hands. Injera is a delicious Ethiopian flatbread used to scoop up meat, vegetables, stews and more.

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These handheld potato bites filled with bacon and melty cheddar are sure to disappear as soon as you set them down at the table.

Get the Loaded Ranch Potato Skins recipe.

Use the inside of the potatoes from the loaded ranch potato skins to make these delicious potatoey croquettes with cheddar cheese and ranch seasoning.

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Make it a pizza party with this spicy, savory pizza. Drizzle a bit of honey on top for that extra special touch.

Get the Spicy Soppressata Pizza recipe.

Shredded zucchini, ricotta, and parmesan come together in this delicious and simple recipe that's perfect topped with a bit of flaky salt.

Get the Zucchini Fritters recipe.

Pop some toothpicks into these gorgeous Indian-inspired meatballs for an easy finger food everyone will love.

Get the Butter Chicken Meatballs recipe.

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Pizza is the ultimate finger food. Serve up some slices of this satisfying pie topped with peppers, jalapeños, onions and cheddar cheese.

Get the Pepper and Onion Pizza recipe.

These flakey savory pastries filled with ground beef, spices and briny olives are sure to disappear quickly at any party.

Get the Beef Empanadas recipe.

Is there anything better than garlic bread? This one is made with focaccia and topped with a butter infused with lemon zest and Dijon mustard.

Get the Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe.