• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
always use butter
  • Recipes
  • Air Fryer Resources
  • Blogging Resources
  • Subscribe!
  • About
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Air Fryer Resources
  • Blogging Resources
  • Subscribe!
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Air Fryer Resources
    • Blogging Resources
    • Subscribe!
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Potluck Appetizers That Will Vanish Before Your Eyes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 26, 2025, updated September 24, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    These 16 potluck appetizers are sure to disappear in no time. From cheesy bites to savory dips, each dish is easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. Bring these crowd-pleasers to your next gathering and watch them vanish before your eyes.

    Corn Dip

    Corn Dip.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    This creamy and tangy Corn Dip is perfect for any gathering. In just 15 minutes, you can turn basic ingredients like grilled corn, Greek yogurt, sautéed onions, and cotija cheese into a delicious snack that everyone will love. It's a great addition to any potluck and is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

    Save This Recipe Form

    Want to save this recipe?

    Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox. Plus you’ll get more great recipes from us each week!

    Get the Recipe

    Roasted Garlic Deviled Eggs

    Roasted Garlic Deviled Eggs.
    Photo Credit: Garlic All Day.

    Roasted Garlic Deviled Eggs pack a punch of flavor in every bite. These tasty little treats are perfect for potlucks, and you might find yourself snacking on a few while you prepare them. With their rich and savory taste, they're sure to be a hit at any gathering.

    Get the Recipe

    Buffalo Chicken Dip

    Buffalo Chicken Dip.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    Buffalo Chicken Dip is a popular choice for gatherings and parties. It combines tender shredded chicken with creamy ranch dressing, cream cheese, hot sauce, and plenty of cheese. Baked until it's warm and bubbly, this dip is perfect for scooping up with chips or veggies.

    Get the Recipe

    Salmon Tartare

    A salmon tartare on green arugula.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Smoked Salmon Tartare is a simple and elegant appetizer that you can prepare ahead of time. It's packed with flavor from spicy French Dijon mustard and a touch of rum, and it gets a nice crunch from crispy fried capers on top. This dish is sure to impress your guests and will be gone in no time.

    Get the recipe

    Bacon Wrapped Dates

    Bacon wrapped dates.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Appetizers can be simple and quick to prepare. These potluck appetizers are perfect for gatherings and are sure to be a hit. They're easy to make and will be gone in no time, making them ideal for any occasion. Whether you're hosting or bringing a dish to share, these snacks are sure to please everyone.

    Get the recipe

    Jalapeño Popper Phyllo Cups

    Jalapeño Popper Phyllo Cups.
    Photo Credit: A Wicked Whisk.

    Bite-sized Jalapeño Popper Phyllo Cups are a simple and cheesy treat that everyone loves. They combine cream cheese, jalapeños, and bacon, all wrapped up in a crispy phyllo shell. These appetizers are great for parties and game days, and they tend to vanish quickly.

    Get the Recipe

    Creamy Baked Crab Dip

    Baked crab dip.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This creamy baked crab dip comes together in just 30 minutes with only 10 ingredients - and no mayonnaise! It's super easy to make and is loaded with chunks of lump crabmeat.

    Get the recipe

    Loaded Potato Skins

    Air fryer potato skins.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These air fryer potato skins are simple to whip up and take just 10 minutes to prepare. With a mix of garlic and Worcestershire sauce, plus plenty of sharp, gooey cheese, they pack a lot of flavor in every bite. This is a great appetizer that everyone will love and will disappear fast at any gathering.

    Get the recipe

    Chicken Taco Pinwheels

    Chicken Taco Pinwheels.
    Photo Credit: Budget Delicious.

    Chicken pinwheels filled with taco flavor are a simple and tasty appetizer that everyone will enjoy. They're great for parties, gatherings, or any time you need a quick snack. These bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit and will disappear fast!

    Get the Recipe

    Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip

    The Best Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a quick and easy dish that you can whip up in under 40 minutes, with only about 10 minutes of actual cooking time. It combines hot sauce, sour cream, chicken, and blue cheese, creating a spicy treat that buffalo chicken fans will love. This dip is perfect for gatherings and is sure to be a hit at any potluck.

    Get the recipe

    Butter Chicken Naan-chos

    Butter Chicken Naan-chos.
    Photo Credit: Masala and Chai.

    Butter Chicken Naan-chos combine the best of Indian and Mexican flavors in a fun snack. Crispy garlic naan is transformed into chips, topped with gooey cheese, flavorful butter chicken, and all the classic nacho fixings. This dish is great for game day and can be whipped up in less than half an hour.

    Get the Recipe

    More Recipe Roundups

    • Chicken parmesan pasta.
      16 Simple Chicken Breast Recipes That Are Anything But Boring
    • Pasta with pancetta and peas.
      14 Easy 5-Ingredient Dinners That Prove Less Is More
    • Red wine pork chops.
      17 One-Pan Dinners That Will Make You Feel Like a Gourmet Chef
    • Beef and potato hot pot.
      23 Irresistible Casseroles You Need to Try Tonight

    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    No Comments

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I'm Emmeline! I love tasty food, but I'm always in a hurry. And I have the quick and easy recipes to prove it!

    More about me →

    Popular Recipes

    • Sliced air fryer roast beef.
      Air Fryer Roast Beef
    • top down view of a tortellini casserole
      Cheesy Tortellini Casserole with Spinach
    • Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake [Dump and bake!]
    • sliced rib eye steak topped with salt
      How to Cook a Rib Eye Steak Without a Cast Iron Skillet (3 Methods)

    Popular Articles

    • 16 Potluck Appetizers That Will Vanish Before Your Eyes
    • Corn chowder.
      20 Cheap Soup Recipes That Are on My Weekly Menu
    • Chicken cacciatore.
      17 Easy Slow Cooker Meals for the Busy Family
    • Monster mash mix.
      19 Spooktacular Party Snacks That Won’t Scare Your Budget

    We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

    All affiliate links are always marked with "*" or "affiliate".

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    A collage of sites where always use butter content has been featured.

    About

    • About
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Disclaimer
    • Disclosures
    • Editorial Policy
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up!

    Contact

    • Contact
    • info@alwaysusebutter.com
    • Pink Giraffe Ventures AB, Runstens Byväg 51, 147 91 Grödinge, Sweden
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    Copyright © 2018-2025 Pink Giraffe Ventures AB