21 Game Day Recipes You Can Make In 30 Minutes Or Less

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    Michelle No
    by Michelle No

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    For most people, Super Bowl is either a fun sports event, or simply an excuse to get together with your friends and snack all day.

    Whichever type of Super Bowl spectator you identify with the most, you can probably agree that snacks and finger foods are an integral part to enjoying the evening. Which is why we compiled this list of the best dips, appetizers, finger foods, and sweet bites to serve your game day guests, all of which you can make in about 30 minutes. From a 10-minute guacamole and honey chili fries, fried pickles and bacon wrapped tater tots, here are our favorite finds.

    1. Sheet Pan Nachos

    damndelicious.net

    Nachos are a snack, a meal, and the ultimate game day finger food. Top these with sliced jalapeños, cheddar cheese, or whatever taco toppings you've got in your fridge. Get the recipe.

    2. 10-Minute Guacamole

    inspiredtaste.net

    If there's one thing that can bring rivals together, it's guacamole. Make a generous portion of it and mix in some diced jalapeño to spice it up. Get the recipe.

    3. Five-Minute Reese's Snack Mix

    ohsweetbasil.com

    It's like trail mix, but with correct ratio of chocolate to nuts. 🙃 Get the recipe.

    4. Honey Chili Fries

    myfoodstory.com

    These fries are fried twice to ensure extra crispiness, which they'll need to hold up their outer layer of gooey chili sesame sauce. Serve a platter of these with a basket of napkins, unless you want your sofas smeared in sticky sauce. Get the recipe.

    5. Pizza Pinwheels

    iheartnaptime.net

    One can of pizza dough, some pizza sauce, and cheese is all you need to make these warm, chewy, cheesy pinwheels that'll have you wanting to eat your slices rolled up from here on out. Get the recipe.

    6. Flaky Sausage Rolls

    tornadoughalli.com

    If, somehow, you have any of these left over, enjoy them for breakfast the next day. Get the recipe.

    7. Fried Pickles

    allshecooks.com

    Salty, crunchy, and the perfect chaser for a tall glass of beer or ginger beer. For maximum enjoyment, make sure to keep them away from your best friend who's cheering for your rival team. Get the recipe.

    8. Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots

    dinnerthendessert.com

    Look, whatever happens on game day, at least everyone can say they got to try these bacon wrapped tater tots that are equal parts "Yum!" and "Can you send me the recipe?" Get the recipe.

    9. Mini Mac 'n' Cheese Bites

    oldhousetonewhome.net

    When the Super Bowl's on, there's no time to put your head down and eat from a plate. Thank goodness for mac 'n' cheese bites, which save you the hassle of utensils AND clean-up. Get the recipe.

    10. Fire Roasted Jalapeño Cheese Ball

    foodabovegold.com

    Who doesn't love a cheese ball? Serve this with pretzels, cut vegetables, or even some apple slices. Get the recipe.

    11. Pizzeria Garlic Knots

    dinnerthendessert.com

    Form and presentation is everything when it comes to finger food. Take the classic garlic knot, which is more accessible than garlic bread, and infinitely more fun to chew and savor. Get the recipe.

    12. Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs

    realhousemoms.com

    Deviled eggs are the ultimate grown-up finger food, dainty in their presentation and a good mix of healthyish and tasty. Greet your guests with a plate of these to set the tone for a classy and *ahem* civil Super Bowl party. Get the recipe.

    13. Potato Skins With Sour Cream and Bacon Bits

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    Slice them thinner if you want to stretch your potatoes and make a few more servings. Just make sure they're thick enough to hold whatever toppings you plan to use. Get the recipe.

    14. Peanut Butter Bars

    cupcakediariesblog.com

    Peanut butter, chocolate chips, and graham crackers come together in this no-bake treat that you'll want to make again and again, long after game day. Get the recipe.

    15. Creamy Parmesan Mushroom Cups

    thebusybaker.ca

    Puff pastry sheets are the procrastinating host's best friend. They make a perfect instant base and have the ability to deliciously pair with any savory or cheesy ingredient. Get the recipe.

    16. Cheesy Spinach Dip

    thediaryofarealhousewife.com

    Apart from injecting your dip with a touch of color, frozen chopped spinach also adds filling texture. Get the recipe.

    17. Chicken Fajita Queso Dip

    insidebrucrewlife.com

    There are dozens of ways of making cheesy queso, but this one's got green chilies, fajita seasoning, and chopped chicken. All it needs is a thick chip to scoop it out. Get the recipe.

    18. Shrimp Quesadillas

    gimmedelicious.com

    Slice these quesadillas into thin, bite-size slices and serve them with a ramekin of sour cream of guacamole. Get the recipe.

    19. Butterfinger Puppy Chow

    alattefood.com

    Have you heard of this Midwestern snack favorite? It's made with Chex, peanut butter, chocolate, and butter, and dusted with powdered sugar. It's pretty magical. Get the recipe.

    20. M&Ms Brownie Batter Dip

    fakeginger.com

    Not all dips have to be savory. Take this brownie batter dip, which consists of zero eggs, is totally safe to eat, and will bring out the finger-licking child in you. Get the recipe.

    21. Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Bites

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    Pillowy, soft pretzel bites coated in granulated and sparkling sugar are what dreams are made of. Get the recipe.