Say Cheese! 11 Cheesy Appetizers That’ll Make Everyone Smile

Say cheese! These picture-perfect appetizer recipes are filled with cheesy deliciousness. Every cheese fanatic will adore these fantastically cheesy recipes. And hurry — they’ll disappear from the appetizer table in no time at all!

A black skillet of cheesy dip and coveredin pico de gallo.
Queso Fundido. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

A pink platter of air fryer mozzarella sticks.
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Air fryer mozzarella sticks are a healthier alternative to deep frying, yet still make the most crispy and cheesy snack! This easy recipe is delicious and just like the cheesy sticks you’ll find at your favorite pizza joint.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks

Pizza Dip

Cheese melts on top of Sausage Pepperoni Pizza Dip baked in a glass pan.
Pizza Dip. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This cheesy Pizza Dip with pepperoni is a great way to serve pizza to a party without ordering delivery. Scoop up the hot layers of cream cheese, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and pepperoni onto crusty bread or breadsticks. It’s the perfect appetizer for a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Dip

Cheese Popcorn

A bowl of cheddar cheese popcorn with kernels spilling out of the side of the bowl onto a white surface.
Cheese Popcorn. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Learning how to make homemade cheddar cheese popcorn will change snacking forever! Enjoy this cheesy treat for an afternoon snack, movie night or anytime you get a hankering for a popcorn tin.
Get the Recipe: Cheese Popcorn

Marinated Cheese

Slices of cheddar and cream cheese with garnish rest on herb crackers on a white marble surface.
Marinated Cheese. Photo credit: Feast + West.

In this flavorful, make-ahead appetizer, two kinds of cheese are layered and marinated with herbs and pimento peppers overnight. Scooped onto crackers or bread, Marinated Cheese will be the star of any party.
Get the Recipe: Marinated Cheese

Brie Bites

Appetizers with bacon and rosemary sprigs on a silver tray.
Brie Bites. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Brie bites are the ultimate appetizer! With creamy brie cheese and some tart cranberry sauce or fruity jam, they’re a treat every cheese lover will adore.
Get the Recipe: Brie Bites

Beer Cheese Dip

soft pretzels next to a bowl of beer cheese dip and two beers in bottles.
Beer Cheese Dip. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This easy Beer Cheese Dip is perfect for a party! Serve it with pretzels or fluffy bread to dip in this cheesy goodness.
Get the Recipe: Beer Cheese Dip

Cheese Straws

A black platter with cheese straws on top of a green napkin.
Cheese Straws. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Make a big batch of cheese straws to add to your appetizer table. These slightly spicy, cheesy crackers are a luxurious treat. Or package them up and gift them to all the cheese lovers you know.
Get the Recipe: Cheese Straws

Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives

a closeup of blue cheese inside of green olives smothered in olive oil and surrounded by fresh rosemary on a blue plate.
Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives. Photo credit: Feast + West.

If you love olives AND blue cheese, this one’s for you unicorns: Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives are an easy appetizer and can also be a delicious cocktail garnish for martinis and Bloody Marys. Fill green olives with a mixture of creamy, sharp blue cheese and add them to cheese boards or cocktails — or both.
Get the Recipe: Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives

Queso Fundido

A person's hand dipping a blue corn chip into a skillet filled with melted cheese, diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and ground meat.
Queso Fundido. Photo credit: Feast + West.

For your party, serve up a skillet of hot and ultra-cheesy Queso Fundido. This flavorful cheese dip is best served warm on crunchy tortilla chips or soft, warm tortillas.
Get the Recipe: Queso Fundido

Baked Brie with Honey, Bacon and Walnuts

a pink plate with a baked brie slathered in honey and topped with nuts and bacon.
Baked Brie with Honey, Bacon and Walnuts. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This baked brie is the perfect mix of sweet and salty. Served with crunchy crackers or crusty bread, it makes a great appetizer for any party or gathering!
Get the Recipe: Baked Brie with Honey, Bacon and Walnuts

Spinach Artichoke Dip

A cheese covered dip sits next to crackers.
Spinach Artichoke Dip. Photo credit: Feast + West.

With just five ingredients, this easy, hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is quick to throw together for a last-minute appetizer. This delicious dip recipe will be ready for sharing in just 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Spinach Artichoke Dip

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