Finger foods are the best part of any Friendsgiving party. They’re perfectly bite-sized, and no one judges you for eating half the tray yourself. If you’re hosting the party this year or need a dish to bring, these fancy Friendsgiving finger food ideas are perfect.
25+ Fancy Friendsgiving Finger Food Ideas on a Budget
1. Mini Beef Wellington Bites
These mini beef Wellington bites are super fancy, but because they’re bite-sized, it won’t cost you a fortune to make these. You’ll need some prosciutto, dry red wine, shallots, mushrooms, puff pastry and a few other ingredients. Make sure you have a rolling pin and food processor, too.
2. Spinach Dip Bites
These bite-sized treats are great for Friendsgiving. They look fancy, but they’re simple to make, thanks to the Crescent dough. You’ll also need frozen spinach, artichoke hearts, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic and cream cheese. You can tweak this recipe if you want and use Gruyere cheese or even cheddar.
3. Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado
These garlic shrimp crostini will impress and delight your guests. Avocado is the perfect pair for shrimp, and the rest of the ingredients are so simple (just a few spices). You can easily make a vegetarian version of this dish by ditching the shrimp and topping it with porcini mushrooms.
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4. Caramelized Onion and Pear Tarts
These bite-sized tarts are the perfect combination of savory and sweet. Using frozen puff pastry will make this recipe so easy to make, and the fresh chives will take the presentation up a notch. Use high-quality goat cheese and pears to maximize the flavor, and serve them on a fancy serving platter.
5. Steak Bruschetta with French Onion Marmalade
This bruschetta recipe will impress everyone, although we have to admit that they’re a little bit bigger than bite-sized (no one will complain). The onion marmalade is delicious and sounds more complicated than it really is. Topped with melted Gruyere cheese and a slice of ribeye steak, this appetizer won’t last long at your table.
6. Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites
Hasselback anything always looks fancy, and this recipe is no exception. If you’re looking for super simple Friendsgiving finger food ideas that will wow your guests, this one is perfect.
The trickiest part is slicing the kielbasa. The rest is a breeze. Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice. Mayo-based dips are a great option.
7. Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli
Fried olives? Sign us up! They’re the perfect finger food that your guests won’t get enough of. While you can use any olive you want, pimento stuffed olives work best. Some breadcrumbs, mayo, garlic and a few other simple ingredients are all you need to make this finger food.
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8. Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Bacon-wrapped dates are always a crowd-pleaser, and they’re the perfect finger food for a Friendsgiving gathering. And while they look fancy, they’re one of the easiest appetizers to make. All you need are three ingredients: bacon, Medjool dates and goat cheese. Use a toothpick to hold each bite together, and voila!
9. Mini Baked Potatoes
These mini-baked potatoes are adorable and delicious. They’re a great finger food for Friendsgiving, and you can feed a big crowd easily. All you need are five simple ingredients: baby potatoes, olive oil, sour cream, salt and fresh chives.
10. Saucy Sesame Meatballs
These saucy sesame meatballs are the ultimate finger food, and they look fancy served on a white platter topped with green onions. The best part? The sesame sauce is super simple to make and loaded with flavor.
11. Goat Cheese and Bacon Balls Appetizer
These goat cheese and bacon balls are divine and just as much of a feast for the eyes as the mouth. The dried apple slices are optional, but we definitely recommend adding them – they’ll take your presentation to the next level. Dip each goat cheese ball in bacon crumbles, fresh parsley and walnuts. Use cocktail sticks to make this appetizer easy to eat and share.
12. Caramelized Tomatoes and Sesame Seeds
Here’s a unique finger food recipe that looks fancy and tastes delicious. These mini caramelized cherry tomatoes look like caramel apples, but they have more of a savory taste. PetitChef walks you through the steps of making your own caramel sauce (hint: it’s just sugar and water). Just dip each tomato into the sauce, then dip each one in sesame seeds. Serve on a chalkboard platter.
13. Mini Quiche Lorraine
Mini quiche is a classic finger food and is always a hit with crowds. This recipe uses a store-bought pie crust and a tasty mix of Gruyere and Swiss cheese. Bacon adds a savory flavor, but you can skip it if you want. Mushrooms would be a good substitute for texture and flavor. You may want to double this recipe if you want any leftovers after the party!
14. Fried Ricotta with Marinara Dipping Sauce
This fried ricotta appetizer will please everyone. It’s easier than you think to make, especially if you have an air fryer. A 14-ounce container of ricotta cheese will make 20-25 ricotta balls, so it will be easy to feed a crowd on a budget. We recommend making your own marinara sauce for a special touch.
15. Chicken Cordon Bleu Bites
Looking for unique Friendsgiving finger food ideas? Try these chicken cordon bleu bites. This dish is a little more involved, but it’s worth the effort. Use quality Swiss cheese and chicken for this recipe.
16. Steak and Crab Crostini
What an amazing presentation in this Pin. You’ll love this appetizer with its mix of crab meat, steak and asparagus. But what really completes the crostini is the Bearnaise sauce that you top each bite with before serving.
17. Avocado Goat Cheese Crostini
Crostini are so easy to put together, yet people adore them because, let’s face it – they taste great. You’ll need a French baguette and then add on the avocado, spices, goat cheese and line.
If you want to add a little “kick” to the recipe, a Jalapeno will do the trick.
18. Pepperoni Caprese Bites
One of my favorite recipes on this list is also one of the easiest to put together. You’ll love the Mediterranean taste. And all you’ll need is cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, pepperoni and basil leaves. Drizzle some vinaigrette on the bites and keep them together with a toothpick.
19. Cheese Stuffed Endive with Pistachios and Mandarin
What an interesting mix of flavors. You’ll love the crunchy pistachios, oranges, goat cheese and balsamic glaze. But you may have a hard time finding the Belgian endives – the rest of the ingredients are easy to source.
And since this appetizer is light, it’s a good choice before a heavier meal.
20. Creamy Chicken Vol-au-Vent
Friendsgiving finger food ideas can be satiating, and this recipe is the perfect example of that. If you have a Rotisserie chicken, you’ll need just a few bacon strips, egg, leeks, parsley, pepper, puff pastry, cream cheese and a few spices.
Taste of Home will walk you through the recipe, which your friends will love.
21. Roasted Red Pepper Ricotta Crostini
In 15 minutes, your tastebuds will be in pure bliss. Your friends are sure to love this recipe from Flavor Mosaic, and it takes just a few minutes to make. You’ll need a French baguette (fresh from the bakery is best), olive oil, garlic powder, ricotta cheese, feta cheese, chopped roasted red peppers and a few other items that you’ll bake in your baking sheet.
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22. Shrimp and Avocado Wonton Cups
Rachel’s recipe for these wonton cups is pure genius. If you like shrimp, you’ll want to give these a try. You’ll love the wonton wraps with the hit of Cajun spice and jalapeno garnish. You’ll need to make guacamole, but it’s a very easy recipe.
23. Bacon, Fig and Ricotta Tartines
Tartines are one of the Friendsgiving finger food ideas that will leave you wanting to sink your teeth into these once you see them. You’ll need bacon (or a substitute), figs, maple syrup, ricotta cheese, rosemary sprigs, paprika, white wine vinegar and some thick-grain bread.
And the only real cooking that takes place is in a skillet, where you’ll need to cook the bacon and figs until they’re soft.
24. Cream Cheese and Olive Pecan Bites
Cheese balls are out – these treats are in. These delightful olive pecans and cream cheese take 30 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook. You’ll need some large pecans, cream cheese, pimento-stuffed Spanish olives, fresh chives and pepper.
You’ll find your baking tray empty before you know it.
25. Figs in a Blanket
Ditch the pigs in a blanket for figs in a blanket. You’ll need a ton of ingredients, such as honey, red wine vinegar, goat cheese and others. But you will need to cook the figs a few days ahead of time.
If you love finger foods and figs, you owe it to yourself to give these a try.
26. Roasted Grape and Jalapeno Sweet Potato Crostini
Vegetarian, gluten-free and super good for you? You’ll love these small crostini, and they include grapes, micro-greens, sweet potato, yellow onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and jalapeno cheese.
And within 45 minutes, you’ll have amazing sweet potato crostini that tastes fantastic with a hint of jalapeno spice.
