Maybe it’s watching the athletes hustle, all the angry yelling at the TV we’re doing, or the nail-biting anxiety we have over who’s going to win, but watching the Super Bowl (February 11, 2024) makes us extra ravenous. Sound like you? Well, don't leave things up to chance, make this year a winner with plenty of Super Bowl-friendly food to keep you going the whole game (or at least until the halftime-show). These Super Bowl party apps, snacks, desserts, and more will make sure you and your guests don’t go hungry this year. From dips to sliders, wings to desserts, your tailgate (or home-gate) is bound to have you feeling like you scored a touchdown.
And did we mention how easy they are? We know not everyone’s got the patience to construct mini appetizers, and luckily, you don’t have to. When we’re short on time, we love the trick of making one large sandwich out of a Bundt pan, making a casserole out of classics like chili dogs or tater tots, or throwing together a big pot of chili that everyone can enjoy. There’s also nothing easier than nachos, but even something simple like chips with queso is a classic for a reason. Grab some disposable serving ware, and you’ll be party-ready in no time.
Hosts with the most, don’t fret! We’ve got tons of bite-size options for you too, from Buffalo wings to the ever-popular pigs in a blanket. Nothing screams Super Bowl like sliders, and ours think outside the box, from Philly cheesesteak to French dip to a pull-apart cheeseburger. Speaking of outside the box, we’re also pretty obsessed with unconventional egg rolls. Our new favorite is filled with meatball sub ingredients, and makes for the perfect handheld party food.
When you really want to impress, we recommend going with something football-shaped—truly, is there anything cuter? We’ve got a loaded football cheese ball, a pigskin in a blanket, and a pepperoni football, but we’re particularly fond of it in dessert form. Check out our football brownies, cupcakes, cookies, or football cake to see why.
Want even more game day options? Now you’ve got the food all set, don’t forget about Super Bowl drinks too!
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Tailgate Tots
If you’re looking for the cutest (and easiest) Super Bowl snack, look no further than these tailgate tots. See—they even sound cute! Tailgate food can be tricky—you want it to be fun, creative, and most importantly: easy to eat while watching the game. These tots do all of the above, and more.
Get the Tailgate Tots recipe.
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Pepperoni Pizza Biscuit Skillet
Sometimes good cooking is more about knowing how to assemble great things than spending hours in the kitchen. For example: opening up a can of Pillsbury biscuits and turning it into pizza rather than just baking it off into biscuits.
Get the Pepperoni Pizza Biscuit Skillet recipe.
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Football Field Dip
Hut, hut, DIP! The Super Bowl is upon us, and this dip is the fuel you need to cheer on your favorite team. Dipping into this edible football field will reveal layers of all of your favorite (store-bought!) dips, spreads, and sauces packed into one adorable dish.
Get the Football Field Dip recipe.
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Hoagie Dip
Here’s our favorite deli sandwich, dip-ified! This chunky, fully loaded appetizer has all the savory, crunchy, and creamy elements and meatiness you love in a traditional hoagie, but it’s spreadable, spoonable, and totally shareable. You’ll want to serve this 10-minute one-bowl appetizer for every game day gathering.
Get the Hoagie Dip recipe.
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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Craving something a little more creative than your average Buffalo wings? Enter: Buffalo chicken meatballs. Ready in just 30 minutes, these meatballs are a flavor-packed app you can have ready in no time, so you don't have to miss any of the big game.
Get the Buffalo Chicken Meatballs recipe.
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Blooming Quesadilla Ring
Buffalo chicken is one of our fave flavor combos ever, and this creamy, spicy technique is one of our favorite ways to serve it. It's the best, most impressive way to make quesadillas for a crowd this Super Bowl Sunday.
Get the Blooming Quesadilla Ring recipe.
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Potato Skin Bites
We took the classic app down a size by turning coin-sized potato slices into crispy bites ready to be topped with all your favorite loaded toppings. Whether you’re looking for an easier version of the loaded app or need to serve a big crowd this Super Bowl, these bites are the answer.
Get the Potato Skin Bites recipe.
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Spicy Apricot Glazed Wings
If you’re looking to expand your horizons beyond classic Buffalo wings, this recipe is a great place to start. They’re just as spicy but also super-savory, sticky, and juuust sweet enough. With a sauce like this, you don’t even need blue cheese dressing. (Then again... we're not stopping ya!)
Get the Spicy Apricot Glazed Wings recipe.
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Pull-Apart Spinach-Artichoke Football
Who wouldn't want a cheesy spinach-artichoke dip encased in pizza dough that's also shaped like a football?!?
Get the Pull-Apart Spinach-Artichoke Football recipe.
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Loaded Fries
You could just have normal, plain old fries. You could even have double-fried fries. But in our minds, when you really want to make yourself some fried spuds that are extra special, you have to make these LOADED fries.
Get the Loaded Fries recipe.
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Spinach-Artichoke Buns
What’s the key to a Super Bowl Sunday snack that people can’t get enough of? Start with a classic, then give it a spin—here we took iconic spinach and artichoke dip and turned it into a bun. Doesn’t get much better (or more indulgent!) than that.
Get the Spinach-Artichoke Buns recipe.
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Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Is it even really a Super Bowl party without Buffalo chicken dip? We think not. If you're looking for the most hands-off version of this classic recipe, turn to your trusty slow cooker.
Get the Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.
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Tater Tot Casserole
Midwesterner or not, this tater tot casserole will become a weekly staple meal in your home because it’s easy and reliable. Sure, it sounds ideal for the kiddos, but your inner child will be scooping seconds.
Get the Tater Tot Casserole recipe.
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Ranch Wings
If the best (undebatable) wing flavor and sauce combination is hot Buffalo wings and ranch dip, then it stands to reason that a ranch wing with hot Buffalo dip would be equally delicious—right? Damn right.
Get the Ranch Wings recipe.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
These sliders are like your favorite iconic Philly cheesesteak, made miniature so you can share (or eat more than one!).
Get the Philly Cheesesteak Sliders recipe.
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Chicken Taco Torta
This iteration of the torta is inspired by the Americanized version of the chicken taco, complete with shredded cheese, taco seasoning, and a layer of crunchy tortilla chips as an homage to the beloved hard shell taco.
Get the Chicken Taco Torta recipe.
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Toasted Ravioli
The steps are simple for this foolproof app: Start with your favorite ravioli (store-bought are just fine here), coat them in eggs and bread crumbs, then fry—either in hot oil or in your air fryer. Serve them with warm marinara on the side and showered with Parmesan for the best tailgate app around.
Get the Toasted Ravioli recipe.
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Nachos Supreme
In 1943, some wives of U.S. soldiers stationed at Fort Duncan in Eagle Pass, Texas, were on a shopping trip in the bordering city of Piedras Negras, Mexico. They stopped at a just-closed restaurant. Not wanting to disappoint his customers, the maître d’, Ignacio "El Nacho" Anaya, was determined to whip something up for them. He made due with what was left in the kitchen—tortillas, cheese, and pickled jalapeños—and served what would go on to be called "Nacho's especiales". TMYK!
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Buffalo Chicken & Rice Casserole
If you can’t get enough of Buffalo chicken wings, then this easy casserole is for you. This spicy, creamy chicken and rice casserole makes the easiest weeknight dinner and can serve a crowd. You can poach your own chicken or use a rotisserie chicken to make your life easier.
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Hawaiian Roll Sliders
These sliders—layered with ham, Swiss, and caramelized onions—will quickly become a MUST at any Super Bowl party you throw. Besides being a sure hit with guests, these slider rolls are great because they are so easy to put together. Split the rolls, layer them, bake them, and in just a few minutes, you have a dozen hot, mind-blowing mini sandwiches.
Get the Hawaiian Roll Sliders recipe.
Camille Lowder
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Camille Lowder is the digital food producer at Delish, otherwise known as our resident queen of recipe galleries. Previously, she attended the Natural Gourmet Institute for culinary school and worked at/managed a number of New York restaurants. She loves anything vegan, foods masquerading as other foods (hello, cauliflower), and a well-used Oxford comma.
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Super Bowl Party Food Ideas
This article discusses various Super Bowl party food ideas, ranging from appetizers and snacks to desserts and drinks. Let's break down the concepts mentioned in the article:
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Super Bowl Party: The Super Bowl is an annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL). It is a highly popular sporting event in the United States, often accompanied by parties and gatherings where people come together to watch the game and enjoy food and drinks.
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Super Bowl-friendly food: Super Bowl-friendly food refers to dishes that are well-suited for consumption during Super Bowl parties. These foods are often easy to prepare, shareable, and can be enjoyed while watching the game.
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Apps: In this context, "apps" refers to appetizers, which are small dishes or snacks served before a meal. They are often bite-sized and meant to stimulate the appetite.
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Sliders: Sliders are small sandwiches, typically made with a mini-sized bun and filled with various ingredients like meat, cheese, and vegetables.
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Dips: Dips are sauces or mixtures that are used for dipping other foods such as chips, vegetables, or bread. They can be savory or sweet and come in various flavors.
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Wings: Wings, specifically referring to chicken wings, are a popular finger food often enjoyed during sports events. They are typically seasoned, baked or fried, and served with dipping sauces.
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Desserts: Desserts are sweet dishes that are typically served after a meal. In the context of the Super Bowl party, dessert options can include football-themed treats like brownies, cupcakes, cookies, or cakes.
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Tailgate: Tailgate refers to the practice of gathering and socializing around the open tailgate of a vehicle, typically before a sporting event. Tailgate parties often involve grilling, barbecuing, and enjoying food and drinks before or after the game.
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Nachos: Nachos are a popular Mexican dish made with tortilla chips, topped with melted cheese, and served with various toppings such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
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Queso: Queso is a type of cheese dip or sauce, often made with melted cheese, spices, and other ingredients. It is commonly served with tortilla chips or used as a topping for nachos.
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Casserole: A casserole is a one-dish meal that is baked in the oven. It typically consists of a mixture of ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, and cheese, layered together and topped with breadcrumbs or cheese.
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Bundt pan: A Bundt pan is a type of baking pan with a distinctive ring shape. It is often used to bake cakes, but in this context, it is used to make a large sandwich by arranging layers of bread and fillings in the pan.
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Chili: Chili is a spicy stew made with chili peppers, meat (such as beef or chicken), beans, tomatoes, and various spices. It is often served as a main dish or as a topping for hot dogs or chili dogs.
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Cheesesteak: Cheesesteak is a sandwich made with thinly sliced beefsteak, melted cheese (typically provolone or American cheese), and sometimes onions or peppers. It is associated with the city of Philadelphia.
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Egg rolls: Egg rolls are a type of fried appetizer commonly found in East Asian cuisine. They are made by wrapping a filling, typically made with vegetables, meat, and spices, in a thin sheet of dough and then deep-frying it until crispy.
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Football-shaped: Referring to food items shaped like a football, which is a common theme during Super Bowl parties. These can include football-shaped cheese balls, desserts, or even savory dishes.
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Buffalo wings: Buffalo wings are a popular appetizer made from chicken wings that are seasoned, deep-fried, and coated in a spicy sauce typically made with hot sauce and butter. They are often served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
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Spinach-artichoke dip: Spinach-artichoke dip is a creamy and cheesy dip made with spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, and various seasonings. It is typically served as an appetizer with tortilla chips or bread for dipping.
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Tater tots: Tater tots are grated or finely chopped potatoes that are formed into small cylindrical shapes and deep-fried until golden brown. They are a popular side dish or snack.
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Pepperoni pizza: Pepperoni pizza is a type of pizza topped with slices of pepperoni, a type of spicy Italian sausage. It is a classic and widely enjoyed pizza topping.
These are just a few of the concepts mentioned in the article. If you have any specific questions or need further information on any particular dish or concept, feel free to ask!
