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    41 Recipes To Make For Game Day And Beyond (Because Super Bowl Sunday Is Only As Good As The Snacks)

    From crispy air fried mozzarella sticks to quick Instant Pot chili, these recipes are the real game day winners.

    Hannah Loewentheil
    by Hannah Loewentheil

    BuzzFeed Staff

    There are two types of people: those who watch the Super Bowl for the game and those who come for the food. If you fall in the second camp, then you're in luck. Here are a bunch of creative and seriously tasty recipes for your game day get together. Make them on Super Bowl Sunday or any time you're hosting a crowd.

    1. Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bites

    Dine Dream Discover / Via dinedreamdiscover.com

    These cheesy, snackable meatball bites start with store-bought crescent roll dough, which means less work for you in the kitchen.

    Recipe: Chicken Parmesan Meatball Bites

    2. Mini Macaroni and Cheese Bites

    Old House To New Home / Via oldhousetonewhome.net

    Baked in mini muffin tins, these mac 'n' cheese bites are a game day must-have. If you're feeling fancy, try adding an additional cheese like Gruyère or gouda.

    Recipe: Mini Macaroni and Cheese Bites

    3. Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

    House of Nash Eats / Via houseofnasheats.com

    Despite the crispy exterior, there's no oil required for these homemade air fryer mozzarella sticks. Just don't forget the marinara sauce.

    Recipe: Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

    4. Pepperoni Pizza Sliders

    Pepperoni pizza sliders with garlic bread buns.
    Julie's Eats and Treats / Via julieseatsandtreats.com

    Parmesan butter-brushed buns get stuffed with mozzarella, pizza sauce, and pepperoni. Of course, you could easily make these vegetarian or switch up the pizza toppings.

    Recipe: Pepperoni Pizza Sliders

    5. Air Fryer Old Bay Chicken Wings

    JZ Eats / Via jz-eats.com

    It's hard to believe that you can achieve wings this crispy without any deep frying. It's all thanks to your handy dandy air fryer.

    Recipe: Air Fryer Old Bay Chicken Wings

    6. Shrimp Quesadillas

    Cheesy shrimp quesadillas.
    Gimme Delicious / Via gimmedelicious.com

    Serve with guac, pico de gallo, and sour cream for good measure.

    Recipe: Shrimp Quesadillas

    7. Instant Pot Taco Chili

    A bowl of bean, corn, and meat chili.
    Chelsea's Messy Apron / Via chelseasmessyapron.com

    This easy, dump and cook chili recipe calls for ground beef but you can always use turkey or chicken. Or leave the meat out all together and double down on the beans and veggies.

     Recipe: Instant Pot Taco Chili

    8. Kings Hawaiian Cuban Sliders

    Cuban Sliders
    thechunkychef.com

    These buns — built on Kings Hawaiian rolls — are stuffed with ham, pulled pork, mustard sauce, cheese and pickles, then they're baked in the oven until melty and decadent.

    Recipe: Cuban Sliders

    9. Air Fried Pickles

    Amanda's Cookin / Via amandascookin.com

    These are sort of a big dill. See what I did there?

    Recipe: Air Fried Pickles

    Southern Parm / Via southernparm.com

    Whether or not you choose to make the tortilla chips from scratch, you can rest assured that this party dip will be a crowd favorite.

    Recipe: 30-Minute Spinach Artichoke Dip With Homemade Tortilla Chips

    11. Huevos Rancheros Potato Boats

    Host The Toast / Via hostthetoast.com

    Classic potato skins get a Mexican-inspired twist thanks to refried beans, avocado, salsa, and eggs.

    Recipe: Huevos Rancheros Potato Boats

    12. Buffalo Chicken Cups

    Homemade Interest / Via homemadeinterest.com

    Grab a pack of wonton wrappers and fill them with creamy, cheesy, buffalo chicken dip. Pop them into mini muffin tins and bake until golden.

    Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Cups

    13. Buffalo Chicken Dip Bites

    Buffalo chicken dip bites and dipping sauce.
    The Cookie Rookie / Via thecookierookie.com

    Freeze spoonfuls of classic buffalo chicken dip until it's firm and manageable. Then, dredge the dip in egg, flour, and breadcrumbs and fry to crispy, golden perfection.

    Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Dip Bites

    14. 5-Ingredient Chipotle Chicken Taquitos

    Chicken taquitos over lettuce with pico de gallo.
    Foodie Crush / Via foodiecrush.com

    These homemade taquitos may seem difficult to make, but in reality they call for just five ingredients: shredded chicken, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, cheese, tortillas, and canola oil. Serve them with any and all of your favorite toppings.

    Recipe: 5-Ingredient Chipotle Chicken Taquitos

    Half Baked Harvest / Via halfbakedharvest.com

    If you need a break from the fried food, party dips, and sliders, these veggie-packed antipasto skewers are just what the doctor ordered.

    Recipe: Antipasto Tortellini Skewers with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

    16. BLT Party Dip

    Dipping a chip into BLT dip.
    The Cozy Cook / Via thecozycook.com

    All the flavors of the classic sandwich in one creamy, cheesy, salty, crunchy dip. Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, or even crudités. 

    Recipe: BLT Party Dip

    17. Mini Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

    Mini grilled cheese sandwiches with arugula.
    The Girl on Bloor / Via thegirlonbloor.com

    The recipe calls for aged cheddar, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms and arugula, but of course, you can swap in any of your favorite ingredients. There's no bad way to eat mini grilled cheese.

    Recipe: Mini Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

    18. Loaded Sheet Pan Beef Nachos

    Nachos topped with beef, pickled onions, olives, cheese, sour cream, and more.
    A Wicked Whisk / Via awickedwhisk.com

    These loaded nachos are topped with ground beef and all your favorite Tex-Mex toppings: olives, pickled onions, cheese, cilantro, and the works.

    Recipe: Loaded Sheet Pan Beef Nachos

    19. Avocado Deviled Eggs

    Guacamole deviled eggs.
    Down Shiftology / Via downshiftology.com

    What happens when deviled eggs and creamy guacamole become one? Well, you can easily find out...

    Recipe: Avocado Deviled Eggs

    20. Slow Cooker Cowboy Queso

    Dipping a chip into loaded queso.
    The Cozy Cook / Via thecozycook.com

    Make this loaded queso on the stove or in a slow cooker. Best of all, you can even whip it up three days ahead of time so it's ready to serve on game day.

    Recipe: Slow Cooker Cowboy Queso

    21. 7-Layer Dip Party Cups

    Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons / Via kitchenfunwithmy3sons.com

    Individual seven layer dip cups mean you don't have to compete for the perfect scoop.

    Recipe: 7-Layer Dip Party Cups

    22. Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches

    Accidental Happy Baker / Via accidentalhappybaker.com

    The star of the show here is the cheesy spread, which is made with cream cheese, mayo, Italian seasoning, chopped roasted red peppers, pepperoncini, and black olives. It's rich, decadent, tangy, and good enough to eat by the spoonful.

    Recipe: Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches

    23. Instant Pot Mac 'n' Cheese Four Ways

    Striped Spatula / Via stripedspatula.com

    When it comes to mac 'n' cheese, the combinations are endless. Take, for example, smoked gouda and bacon. This recipe comes together in the Instant Pot, so it's quick, easy, and hassle-free.

    Recipe: Instant Pot Mac 'n' Cheese Four Ways

    24. Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork

    Damn Delicious / Via damndelicious.net

    Pulled pork usually takes hours, but thanks to your Instant Pot it can be ready in about an hour.

    Recipe: Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork

    25. Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

    Tasty Air Fryer Recipes / Via tastyairfryerrecipes.com

    Put your air fryer to work on Super Bowl Sunday. These cheesy, bacon-filled jalapeño peppers are a good place to start.

    Recipe: Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

    26. Homemade Mini Pizza Bagels

    Lovely Little Kitchen / Via lovelylittlekitchen.com

    Put out all your favorite pizza toppings and let your guests make their own pizza bagels, DIY style.

    Recipe: Homemade Mini Pizza Bagels

    27. Everything Pigs in a Blanket

    Dash of Mandi / Via dashofmandi.com

    Once you make pigs in a blanket from scratch, you'll probably never go back to the frozen kind. These get a little extra oomph from everything but the bagel seasoning.

    Recipe: Everything Pigs in a Blanket


    28. Slow Cooker Italian Meatball Subs

    Unsophisticook / Via unsophisticook.com

    Start with your favorite meatball recipe or grab a pack of the frozen kind. Then pop 'em into the slow cooker with olive oil, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, onions, sugar, and spices. Serve them on sliders, hot dog buns, or just eat them straight by the forkful.

    Recipe: Slow Cooker Italian Meatball Subs

    29. Sheet Pan Rice Krispie Treats

    Sally's Baking Addiction / Via sallysbakingaddiction.com

    Lots of butter, an overdose of marshmallow, a splash of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt takes these homemade Rice Krispie bars to the next level.

    Recipe: Sheet Pan Rice Krispie Treats

    30. Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites

    Two Peas and Their Pod / Via twopeasandtheirpod.com

    These pretzel bites do take a bit of time, but most of it is just waiting around for the dough to rise. Serve them with cheese sauce or your favorite store-bought condiment like honey mustard or ranch dressing.

    Recipe: Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites

    31. Air Fryer Avocado Fries With Lime Dipping Sauce

    Breaded avocado fries on parchment paper.
    Skinny Taste / Via skinnytaste.com

    Crunchy on the outside and oh-so creamy when you take a bite, these "fries" might just be the most delicious way to eat avocado.

    Recipe: Air Fryer Avocado Fries With Lime Dipping Sauce

    32. Reese’s Pieces Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

    Reese's Pieces cookies.
    Averie Cooks / Via averiecooks.com

    Reese's pieces give classic chocolate chips a run for their money as the ultimate cookie add-in.  

    Recipe: Reese’s Pieces Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

    33. Air Fryer Fried Oreos

    Air fryer fried Oreos with powdered sugar.
    Recipe Diaries / Via recipe-diaries.com

    How do you make an Oreo cookie even more decadent? Wrap it in dough, pop it into the air fryer, and then layer on the confectioner's sugar.

    Recipe: Air Fryer Fried Oreos

    34. Air Fryer Pizza Dough Donut Holes

    Sweet and Savory Food / Via sweetandsavoryfood.com

    This genius dessert hack is brought to you by your air fryer and store bought pizza dough. Make them your way — stuffed with jelly, coated in cinnamon sugar, or dipped in chocolate frosting.

    Recipe: Air Fryer Pizza Dough Donut Holes

    35. Homemade Mexican Churros

    Homemade churros with sugar.
    Table For Two Blog / Via tablefortwoblog.com

    These buttery, doughy, cinnamon-y churros pretty much melt in your mouth. Pro tip: dip them in hot chocolate for the ultimate cold weather treat.

    Recipe: Homemade Mexican Churros

    36. Mini Cannoli Cream Pastry Cups

    Whitney Bond / Via whitneybond.com

    You could easily eat this cannoli cream by the spoonful...or better yet, add it to phyllo shells for an easy dessert for a crowd.

    Recipe: Mini Cannoli Cream Pastry Cups

    37. Crescent Roll Apple Pie Bites

    Pouring caramel sauce onto apple pie crescent roll bites.
    Princess Pinky Girl / Via princesspinkygirl.com

    Take some store-bought crescent roll dough and lay on the apple pie filling. Roll 'em up, brush them with butter, and bake until warm and gooey. And of course, a little vanilla ice cream à la mode never hurt anyone.

    Recipe: Crescent Roll Apple Pie Bites

    38. Three-Ingredient Strawberry Orange Creamsicle Punch

    Creamsicle punch in a party punch bowl.
    Baking With Mom / Via bakingwithmom.com

    Spike it with vodka...or don't. 

    Recipe: Three-Ingredient Strawberry Orange Creamsicle Punch

    39. Micheladas

    Two Mexican-inspired Micheladas.
    Chili Pepper Madness / Via chilipeppermadness.com

    This Mexican-inspired cocktail — a beer lover's version of the Bloody Mary — is made with light Mexican beer, Clamato juice, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Be warned: It packs a kick.

    Recipe: Micheladas

    40. Cranberry Orange Whiskey Cocktail

    Cranberry Orange Whiskey Cocktail
    Crowded Kitchen / Via crowdedkitchen.com

    This wintery cocktail may look fancy, but it calls for just a handful of ingredients like whiskey, orange liqueur, orange juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup or agave.

    Recipe: Cranberry Orange Whiskey Cocktail

    41. Apple Cider Sangria

    Glasses of apple cinnamon sangria.
    Simply Whisked / Via simplywhisked.com

    This seasonal sangria is the ideal blend of sweet and spiced thanks to Brandy, cinnamon, apple, and ginger ale. The recipe calls for Riesling, but you can swap in whatever white wine you like best.

    Recipe: Apple Cider Sangria