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75 Best Super Bowl Party Foods to Satisfy a Crowd

Your menu will be set thanks to these snacks, appetizers and main dishes.

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The difference between a good Super Bowl party and a great one comes down to the food. While you can't control the outcome of the game or the quality of the commercials, you can decide which game day appetizers, snacks, sweets and mains you'll serve (or bring to the party).

Score big by setting out a spread featuring the best Super Bowl party recipes — including a mix of ooey-gooey dips, nachos every which way, perfectly bite-sized finger foods and out-of-this-world wings. Below, you'll find a collection of our favorite game day recipes that have been tested-for-success in the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen. From healthy Super Bowl recipes and vegan options to decadent desserts, satisfying mains and obsession-worthy snacks, we've got everything you need for the big game. Who's hungry?

1

Gochujang-Glazed Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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When it comes to cooking up the crispiest wings at home, our favorite method involves an air fryer. Switch up your sauce (try this gochujang glaze), so you can serve up buffalo chicken dip and wings without things feeling repetitive.

Get the Gochujang-Glazed Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe.

RELATED: Mini Meatloaves, Turkey Burgers, Loaded "Baked" Potatoes and More Tasty Air Fryer Recipes

2

Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch Dip

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Give frozen fries an instant upgrade by coating them in barbecue seasoning, then smothering with melty cheese and serving with an easy, cool homemade ranch dip.

Get the Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch Dip recipe.

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3

Buffalo Chicken Dip

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Mike Garten

A Super Bowl party without buffalo chicken dip? Never! The pros in the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen made countless batches in order to create the perfect balance of hot, cheesy and just enough spice.

Get the Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.

RELATED: These Party Dip Recipes Are Perfect for a Crowd

4

Loaded Ranch Potato Skins

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Mike Garten

Nothing says game day like a handheld potato boat filled with melty cheese and crispy bacon. You can save the inside of the potatoes to make another game day snack: ranch croquettes!

Get the Loaded Ranch Potato Skins recipe.

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5

Pull-Apart S'mores Sliders

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Need a sweet treat to serve a big crowd? These easy pull-apart s'mores sliders serve 12 people and come together in less than 30 minutes.

Get the Pull-Apart S'mores Sliders recipe.

6

Coca Cola Chicken Wings

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Mike Garten

These wings coated with a glaze made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger and Coca-Cola are the definition of finger-licking good.

Get the Coca Cola Chicken Wings recipe.

RELATED: These Chicken Wing Recipes Rival What You'd Get at a Restaurant

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7

Cowboy Caviar

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Mike Garten

Make this colorful crowd-pleaser in advance, so that all of the flavors have enough time to really come to life. Bonus: You'll have more free time to actually watch football.

Get the Cowboy Caviar recipe.

8

Ham and Cheese Sliders

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Cheesy, warm sandwiches for a crowd? Easy! Layer rolls with a couple of ingredients, like sliced Cheddar and dill pickle, before popping into the oven.

Get the Ham and Cheese Sliders recipe.

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9

Cinnamon-Sugar Party Mix

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Surprise everyone with a snack mix that skews delightfully sweet — then watch this crunchy, sugar-dusted Chex mix disappear by the handful.

Get the Cinnamon-Sugar Party Mix recipe.

10

Healthy Spinach and Artichoke Dip

spinach and artichoke dip
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Looking for something a little less decadent to add to your spread? This lightened-up take on the classic dip is made with tons of fresh herbs, canned artichoke hearts and just a sprinkle of cheese.

Get the Healthy Spinach and Artichoke Dip recipe.

RELATED: These Healthy Super Bowl Recipes Are the True MVP

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11

Smoky Barbecue Ribs

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If done right, these juicy ribs practically fall off the bone, which is a must for messy eaters. You can finish them on the grill or opt to broil 'em in the oven for the last few minutes to give the ribs a nice char.

Get the Smoky Barbecue Ribs recipe.

12

Ranch Croquettes

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Mike Garten

These fluffy, potato-y bites are made with ranch seasoning and cheddar and coated in toasted breadcrumbs. Trust us, they'll be gone before the first quarter wraps up.

Get the Ranch Croquettes recipe.

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13

Skillet Cheeseburger Hot Dish

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Mike Garten

Don't want to miss any of the game? Skip grilling individual patties and instead make this cheeseburger casserole that packs in all the burger vibes — special sauce included.

Get the Skillet Cheeseburger Hot Dish recipe.

RELATED: Easy Potluck Dishes Guaranteed to Impress a Crowd

14

BBQ Beef Nachos

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Mike Garten

Give your game day go-to a makeover by dressing nachos with barbecue sauce instead of salsa.

Get the BBQ Beef Nachos recipe.

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15

Applesauce Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Mike Garten

This game-day dish requires a little bit of lead time since the pork has to simmer with the applesauce and cider for a couple of hours. But trust us, it's 100% worth it.

Get the Applesauce Pulled Pork Sandwiches recipe.

16

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

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Mike Garten

No party is complete without a popper — and these cheesy air-fried ones are the ideal Super Bowl snack.

Get the Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers recipe.

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17

Air Fryer Chicken Strips

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Mike Garten

These crispy chicken fingers are way better than the frozen version and a little bit healthier, since they're made with only a splash of oil in the air fryer.

Get the Air Fryer Chicken Strips recipe.

18

Picnic Sandwich Pinwheels

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mike garten

Skip the party platters! These retro roll-ups are so easy to make at home and will cost you way less than what you'd spend at the store. Spreading the tortillas with a thin layer of herbed Dijonnaise before rolling adds just enough flavor without making the bottoms soggy — perfect for making ahead and slicing right before kickoff.

Get the Picnic Sandwich Pinwheels recipe.

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19

Pizza Dip

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Mike Garten

For a fun take on a classic cheese pie, dip sliced bread into an ooey-gooey dip, made with layers of sour cream, cream cheese, mozzarella, sauce and Italian spices.

Get the Pizza Dip recipe.

20

Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers

philly cheesesteak stuffed peppers
mike garten

This game day dinner — inspired by the sub sandwich — gives off super cozy vibes.

Get the Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers recipe.

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