77 Thanksgiving Appetizers That Will Steal the Show on Turkey Day
Feed a crowd with these impressive bites!

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Come Turkey Day, the undisputed star of the show is the Thanksgiving turkey. But before that, there's one more element of the dinner you'll want to keep in mind: Thanksgiving appetizers. These start the meal on a high note. Plus, if you serve them early, they'll keep everyone from getting hangry while you put the finishing touches on dinner. We'd call that a win! Luckily, we've gathered our favorite Thanksgiving appetizer recipes so you can easily make them for your ultimate Thanksgiving dinner spread.
Some of these appetizers can be prepped ahead of time so you have one less thing to manage on the big day. We have plenty of classic Thanksgiving bites and some non-traditional Thanksgiving ideas to keep things interesting. We have a feeling these finger foods will be so well-received by family and friends that you'll be asked to make them again for Christmas, game days, and other future gatherings. Don't say we didn't warn you!
What are you waiting for? Bookmark your favorite recipes for the ultimate feast!
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