12 Easy Happy Hour Snacks

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Enjoy happy hour at home with these 12 easy and fun appetizer food ideas. Happy hour snacks don't have to be difficult. All you need is some delicious food (maybe even some healthy options) that pairs well with your favorite cocktail!

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Grilled Peach Crostini:

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Spicy Marinated Feta:

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Smoked Salmon Canapes:

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Hummus Platter:

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Bacon & Onion Dip:

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Pulled Pork Nachos:

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Individual Cheese Board:

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Apricot Honey Baked Brie:

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Appetizer Skewers:

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Beef Brochettes:

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Cast Iron Skillet Queso:

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Whipped Spicy Feta Dip:

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Swipe up all 12 happy hour recipes + cocktail pairings.

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12 Easy Happy Hour Snacks

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Enjoy happy hour at home with these 12 easy and fun appetizer food ideas. Happy hour snacks don't have to be difficult. All you need is some delicious food (maybe even some healthy options) that pairs well with your favorite cocktail!

Grilled Peach Crostini:

Grilled peach & lemon ricotta crostini is an elegant, but simple appetizer! The grill infuses just the right amount of smokiness to this dish.

Spicy Marinated Feta:

All you need is four ingredients, along with a few spices to make this mouth-watering marinated feta. No cooking required!

Smoked Salmon Canapes:

The canapés are made with seafood and a lemon artichoke cream cheese spread.

Hummus Platter:

This recipe is perfect for serving at parties or to feed a crowd! This homemade hummus is perfectly creamy, silky smooth, and whipped to perfection.

Bacon & Onion Dip:

Try this elevated take on your traditional French onion dip mixed with a base of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Plus, it has bacon, and bacon makes everything better!

Pulled Pork Nachos:

The tangy, acidic bite from the coleslaw and marinated onions packs a nice punch with the pulled pork.

Individual Cheese Board:

These mini, single-serve charcuterie boards look very elegant, without the fuss of putting together a huge platter. The best part? Nobody has to share!

Apricot Honey Baked Brie:

Make this easy, melty brie cheese with dried apricots, honey, and almonds. A few minutes in the oven will transform this cheese into something special.

Appetizer Skewers:

These make-ahead toothpick appetizers are served cold, so no need to worry about keeping your appetizers hot during a party or get-together.

Beef Brochettes:

These beef brochettes are marinated in a delicious Asian-style sauce made with soy sauce, lemongrass, fish sauce, and more.

Cast Iron Skillet Queso:

The cream cheese, yellow cheddar, and white cheddar blend together for a perfectly smooth cheese dip. Plus, Tajín seasoning adds the perfect amount of spice.

Whipped Spicy Feta Dip:

This whipped dip is made from feta cheese and Greek yogurt. Then, flavor is added with Calabrian chili pepper paste, garlic, and lemon juice.

Swipe up all 12 happy hour recipes + cocktail pairings.