When game day rolls around, I am allllll about the food! The kind that brings people together, keeps the cheering going, and might even outshine the actual game. I’ve hosted many football gatherings in my life, and I’ve learned that the key to game day recipes isn’t complicated food or fancy spreads. It’s food that’s simple, shareable, and made with lots of love!
Whether you’re feeding a house full of fans for the big game or just your family on the couch, these Game Day Recipes are my go-to favorites. They’re the dishes people go back for seconds and thirds of, the ones that make everyone say, “You have to send me that recipe!” So grab your team colors, turn on the game, and dig into a lineup that’ll have everyone cheering, no matter who wins the game!
My Favorite Game Day Menu
We love serving grilled chicken nuggets, sausage Rotel dip, and of course, cookies, because who can resist cookies? I’m obsessed with these sugar cookie bites since I can customize the frosting and sprinkles for our team.
And to top it all off, I like to wash everything down with a Skinny Margarita, because let’s be honest, I’m definitely eating my calories today!
🏈 17 Dips: The Real MVPs of Game Day
Let’s be honest, if there’s no dip, is it really game day? These are the kind of dips that keep everyone gathered around the snack table, reaching for “just one more chip“. From melty queso to fresh salsa and everything in between, these are the dip recipes that always disappear before halftime!
Homemade Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip is one of those recipes everyone needs in their back pocket, and this version has been my go-to for decades. It's creamy, cheesy, and ridiculously easy to make. Ready to make your new signature party dip? Oh, and I'll show you how to make it in the oven or crockpot!
Mexi Corn Dip
I’ve always believed a great dip can instantly make any gathering more fun, and this Mexican Street Corn Dip has been my go-to for doing exactly that for years.
Cowboy Crack Dip Recipe (Hot or Cold)
Mixed in minutes, this Cowboy Crack Dip is cheesy, creamy, and easy—the perfect appetizer. This crack dip recipe is a classic appetizer ideal for your next party, game day, and holiday get-together.
Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
Prepped in minutes, this is the ultimate cranberry jalapeno dip, a sweet, spicy, and tart blend of flavors! A copycat of Costco’s cranberry jalapeño dip! Make it two ways, a layered dip or combined.
Pickle Dip
Pickle lovers, this one’s for you! Loaded with tangy dill flavor and topped with buttery breadcrumbs, this Pickle Dip Recipe is bold, creamy, and all the fun of fried pickles, but in scoopable form.
Knorr Vegetable Dip
If you haven’t tried Knorr Spinach Dip yet, what are you waiting for? This creamy classic has been a party favorite for decades. Perfect for game day, holidays, or any gathering!
Best Baked Cranberry Dip
This easy baked Cranberry Cream Cheese dip is perfect for the holiday season. 4 ingredients to this cheesy, sweet-tart, salty, and savory hot dip. Use homemade or leftover cranberry sauce.
Sausage Dip
Best 3-ingredient sausage dip ever. Gluten Free and Low Carb and only 3 steps and about 15 minutes. Uses Jimmy Dean sausage and Rotel tomatoes, the best hot dip!
Easy Beer Cheese Dip
Make this easy beer cheese dip for your next tailgating party or game day! With instructions on how to make over a grill, campfire, fire pit, stove or oven! 5 ingredients to a great dip!
Queso Cheese Dip (without Velveeta)
This easy Queso recipe without Velveeta is a real cheese dip, perfect for game day. A nacho cheese dip that rivals restaurant-quality Queso blanco. With or without jalapeños.
Baked Ricotta Dip
This Baked Ricotta Dip is the ultimate hot dip. Ready in just 30 minutes, you’ll dive into creamy ricotta cheese dip goodness. A bruschetta tomato topping, takes it, over the top!
Million Dollar Dip Variations
You know that Million Dollar Cheese Dip recipe? Three dips, all amazing and delicious! Smoked Gouda cheese dip, garlic gruyere cheese dip and jalapeno Jarlsberg cheese dip.
Delicious Antipasto Dip
Antipasto Dip using ingredients from a classic antipasto board; cheese, salami, olives, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes and more!
Warm Philly Cheesesteak Dip
15-minute prep, this Philly Cheesesteak Dip is the perfect game-day snack. Slices of deli roast beef, cheese, peppers, and onions combine to make the dip version of everyone’s favorite sandwich!
Creamy Cheddar Jalapeno Corn Dip
With only 10 minutes of prep, this creamy Jalapeno Corn Casserole is the best side dish for holiday meals or potlucks. Bonus! It doubles as a Jalapeno Corn Dip, too!
Colorado Green Chile
Award-winning Colorado green chile recipe, a traditional Green Chili Verde recipe, naturally gluten-free, easily made vegetarian or even vegan green chile. A traditional and authentic Hatch green chile recipe.
Whipped Goat Cheese Appetizer with Bacon, Dates and Honey
An easy appetizer recipe with whipped goat cheese, crisp bacon, dates and rosemary honey. Perfect for holiday parties, game day, New years eve parties and more.
🍔 26 Sliders & Sandwiches: Small Bites, Big Wins
As a self-proclaimed slider queen, I know that a good slider feels like a victory! They’re easy to grab, packed with flavor, and actually hearty enough to fill you up. And these sandwich recipes are totally tailgate-worthy, too! From BBQ pork to Philly cheesesteak, these sliders and sandwiches will take your game day party up a notch.
Best Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Ready for the oven in about 15 minutes, Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are loaded with shaved steak, peppers and onions, topped with provolone cheese for a delicious and easy appetizer or family dinner.
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Ready in about 30 minutes, these baked funeral sandwiches, also called ham and cheese sliders; and Hammy Sammies! Use deli ham or leftover ham, and don’t forget the amazing brown sugar butter sauce!
Roast Beef Sliders
Ready for the oven in minutes; roast beef sliders are filled with thinly deli roast beef, cheese, and caramelized onions; baked to a golden brown on sweet Hawaiian rolls with a savory butter sauce.
Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
These turkey sliders are ready in 45 minutes! With 15 minutes of prep, these leftover turkey sliders on sweet Hawaiian rolls, with cheese and cranberry sauce are great after Thanksgiving!
Breakfast Sliders
Easy Breakfast Egg Sandwich recipe is like no other—effortlessly feed a crowd with these amazing Hawaiian roll breakfast sliders!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
These Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders check every box: easy to make, perfect for feeding a crowd, and packed with flavor in every gooey, toasty bite!
Reuben Sliders
Easy Reuben sliders on King’s Hawaiian Rolls, melty Swiss, sauerkraut, smoky pastrami or deli corned beef, and Thousand Island—perfect for parties or weeknights with make ahead instructions too!
Baked Turkey & Cheese Sliders
The best oven-baked turkey and cheese sliders with King’s Hawaiian rolls! Use leftover turkey from the holidays for an easy meal, these turkey sliders are amazing!
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken is a simple, flavorful recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or game day. Serve in sandwiches, sliders, as a dip + slow cooker tips.
BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders made with Hawaiian rolls—make-ahead friendly, full of flavor, and always on repeat for parties, game day, or family dinners.
BBQ Chicken Sliders
Bite into the smoky and saucy flavors of classic barbecue stuffed between two soft, Hawaiian rolls that can be devoured in just a couple of bites! These BBQ Chicken Sliders are a quick dinner and use simple ingredients.
Pizza Sliders
Need an easy weeknight dinner or delicious appetizer? These easy pizza sliders are for you! A pizza sliders recipe that is easy to customize for the entire family and ready in 30 minutes or less!
Baked Meatball Sliders
Whip up delectable Meatball Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls in just 35 minutes! Whether you’re using homemade or store-bought frozen meatballs, these sliders are a hit for game days, potlucks, or a simple weekday supper.
Cheeseburger Sliders
Make a dozen easy Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls in about 30 minutes! These ground beef sliders are fantastic for game day or an easy weeknight meal, the whole family will love.
Philly Cheesesteaks
30 minutes to the best shaved steak sandwich recipe! Tender shaved beef, onions, with melty cheese – piled on top of a buttery, toasted French roll. Philly cheesesteak sandwich recipe for all.
Corned Beef & Swiss Sandwich
This Corned Beef Sandwich comes together in 20 minutes with minimal effort and maximum flavor featuring sourdough topped with slices of corned beef, cheese, a tangy coleslaw and Thousand Island!
Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
30 minutes is all it takes to make this Chicken Philly Cheesesteak. Easy chicken Philly made with sliced chicken, sautéed onions, bell peppers, and melty cheese for the perfect sandwich.
Authentic Italian Stromboli
This Authentic Italian Stromboli recipe is filled with sliced salami, pepperoni, capicola, and a blend of Italian cheeses. Perfect for family pizza night, feeding a crowd; freezes great!
Smash Burger Recipe
Delicious Smashburger Recipe: Juicy patties sizzling on a Blackstone griddle, topped with caramelized onions. Your taste buds will thank you!
Beef Tenderloin Sandwiches
Transform beef tenderloin leftovers into mouthwatering sandwiches in under 30 minutes! Elevate your leftover game with this easy, flavorful, and cheesy beef tenderloin sandwich recipe.
Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes
10 minutes prep to these tasty Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes! Made with ground beef, peppers, and onions in a smokey, thick sauce-topped with melty cheese! An easy 30-minute meal!
Chili Cheese Dog Bake
A Chili dog with cheese screams ballpark, game day, FUN! And these chili cheese dogs make the crowd grow wild, with a quick homemade chili con carne and gooey cheese all baked so everyone can enjoy them at the same time!
Steak Bomb
This New England Steak Bomb Sandwich is loaded with juicy shaved steak, melted provolone, salami, sautéed mushrooms, peppers, and onions on a toasted sub roll!
Caprese BLT Sandwich
The Ultimate Caprese BLT Sandwich. Juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, mozzarella, sweet basil, a drizzle of balsamic glaze and of course bacon!
Best Burger Recipe
These juicy, flavor-packed Burgers use a few secret ingredients to take your burger game to the next level. No dry, bland patties here! Top with cheddar cheese or not!
Homemade Sloppy Joe’s
Another 30 minute or less meal! Bacon Brown Sugar Sloppy Joes are a rich, hearty, meaty man-which! Without the bun they are naturally gluten free! Kid friendly and easy weeknight meal.
20 Finger Foods: Grab, Go, and Cheer!
No forks, no fuss, just fun! Finger foods are at the heart of any game day spread. Think crispy wings, cheesy bites, and poppable little snacks that keep the energy (and the cheering) going. I know my game day crowd loves something crunchy and savory, and these bites are always a hit!
Pretzel Bites
Chewy, warm pretzel bites made in your air fryer or in the oven. Homemade pretzels have never been so easy to make!
Grilled Chicken Nuggets
Save time and money by making homemade Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Nuggets! Today’s recipe is a copycat of these fast-food grilled chicken nuggets made with ingredients you have at home.
Korean Fried Chicken
Get the secret for extra crispy Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken is quickly made using chicken thighs or breastswith a delicious sweet-spicy Korean BBQ sauce made with Gochujang.
Giant Bavarian Pretzels
This Bavarian pretzel is the perfect German Pretzel recipe. With a crispy outside, a soft, chewy and fluffy inside. An authentic Laugenbrezel recipe that will become a favorite for Oktoberfest.
Peach Crostini Recipe
Peach Crostini is a simple yet elegant summer appetizer! Juicy peaches, creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and honey top golden baguette slices for a sweet and savory bite that’s perfect for entertaining.
Air Fried Chicken Wings
Craving crispy, juicy chicken wings without the mess of deep frying? These Air Fried Chicken Wings are a total game-changer—quick, easy, and irresistibly crunchy, thanks to a secret ingredient!
Focaccia Bread
If homemade bread seems intimidating, this Rosemary Focaccia Bread will change that! It’s easy to make, even for beginners, with just olive oil, rosemary, and sea salt. Delicious and foolproof!
Baked Chicken Quesadillas
Our Chicken Quesadilla is the best! Made with rotisserie chicken mixed with gooey cream cheese, cheddar, goat cheese, and parmesan cheese, topped with caramelized peppers and onions.
Korean Meatballs Recipe
These Korean Meatballs are so easy to make. Make meatballs, bake, and brush with a homemade BBQ glaze with Korean chili paste for a sweet and spicy flavor! Makes a great appetizer or meal.
Italian Sausage and Peppers
Air Fryer Italian Sausage is a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table! A sausage and peppers recipe that includes a kicked up spicy ale mustard dipping sauce.
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Got 30 minutes to make a WOW appetizer with simple ingredients? These Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms are low-carb, gluten-free, and taste amazing!
Air Fryer Turkey Wings Recipe
Ready in minutes, these air fryer turkey wings are dry-brined with savory and sweet seasonings. Serve these as a main dish for a family dinner or appetizer for game day or the holiday season.
Air Fryer Steak Fries
Make this easy Air Fryer steak fries recipe using homemade from scratch ingredients or using frozen steak fries. With tips for dipping sauces, toppings and more! Healthier steak fries!
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
Easy Pigs in a Blanket air fryer recipe with savory cocktail sausages wrapped in sweet and buttery crescent rolls cooked quickly in the air fryer or oven. Game day snack or appetizer.
Charcuterie Cups
These individual charcuterie cups are everything you love about charcuterie boards but loads more fun! I’ll show you how to pack a charcuterie board to go.
Air Fried Ravioli
Air Fryer Ravioli gets crisp and golden when breaded and toasted—an easy, flavorful twist on classic fried ravioli, ready in minutes.
Zucchini Corn Fritters
Easy and delicious zucchini corn fritters combine two summer favorites into an easy, delicious appetizer or side dish recipe. Crispy on the outside, soft corn cakes on the inside.
Maple Bourbon Pecans
These Maple Bourbon Pecans are the ultimate treat for nut lovers! Coated in maple syrup, bourbon, cinnamon, and spice, these roasted pecans are an irresistible balance of sweet and salty.
Holiday Muddy Buddies
Ready in minutes my Christmas Muddy Buddies are the perfect sweet treat. While this is a Christmas Puppy Chow recipe, I like to change the color theme depending on my team’s colors!
Muddy Buddies
Looking for a Muddy Buddy recipe (aka Puppy Chow) that’s truly next level? This version combines crispy cereal, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate with tips for the perfect coating and prep.
15 Crockpot Champions: Set It, Forget It, and Score Big
I am a firm believer that game day should be about watching the game, not babysitting the oven. These slow-cooker recipes are your secret weapon for stress-free hosting! From tender pulled pork to hearty chili and creamy dips that stay warm all day, these dishes let you kick back, relax, and actually enjoy!
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip is one of those recipes everyone needs in their back pocket, and this version has been my go-to for decades. It’s creamy, cheesy, and ridiculously easy to make.
3-Ingredient Cranberry Meatballs
Easy 3-Ingredient Cranberry Meatballs are slow cooked in a tangy cranberry barbecue sauce. Just dump the ingredients into your crockpot, stovetop or oven and heat!
Crockpot Ranch Chicken
Crockpot Ranch Chicken is the best! Only 4 main ingredients and dump and go in the slow cooker, makes a great Super Bowl appetizer, heavy appetizer or main dish.
Cream Cheese Salsa Chicken
Healthier salsa and cream cheese chicken made in the Instant Pot or slow cooker—easy, flavorful, freezer-friendly, and perfect for meal prep!
Firecracker Chili
Firecracker chili, a spicy, but not hot chili recipe featuring shredded zucchini, pumpkin, olives, cinnamon. A rich and easy slow cooker chili recipe. Best chili recipe ever!
Outback Potato Soup
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the best copycat Outback Steakhouse recipe. This easy recipe can be made in your crockpot, stovetop or Instant Dutch Oven.
Crock Pot Italian Sausage & Peppers
Got 15 minutes? Discover the simplicity of our Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers! Effortless and delicious, this slow-cooked dish brings the flavors of Italy to your table with minimal fuss.
Crock Pot Steak Bites
Easy Crock Pot Steak Bites – quick, tender, and flavorful. This easy weeknight meal requires minimal prep for maximum deliciousness and is perfect for pasta, egg noodles, potatoes, or tacos!
3-Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip
Easy 3 ingredient chili cheese dip recipe in the crockpot. Perfect for Super Bowl parties. A low carb cheese dip that uses canned chili or leftover chili and cream cheese, with real shredded cheddar.
Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole
If you are looking for an easy and delicious breakfast casserole recipe, look no further than this easy crock pot cinnamon roll casserole. Using organic canned cinnamon rolls for the win.
Slow Cooker Red Beans & Rice
Recipe for mostly authentic Slow cooked Red Beans & Rice, with smoked sausage, creole spices and you can even add chicken and smoked ham, plus it’s so easy in your crock pot!
White Chicken Chili
White Chicken Chili is one of those recipes that never gets old! It’s cozy, flavorful, and filling. It comes together in about 30 minutes on the stovetop or make it in the crockpot for an easy dinner!
Wassail Hot Cider
Easy Wassail Recipe (non-alcoholic) is the perfect hot mulled cider for the holiday season. Keep it warm in the crockpot for the whole game on gameday!
Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast
Buttery, tender, and foolproof! This Mississippi Roast Recipe takes minutes to throw together but tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen. Perfect for busy families or feeding a crowd!
Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
This smoky, tender, easy pulled pork recipe is perfect for any busy weeknight. A few minutes prep, then let your slow cooker do the rest!
12 Healthy Game Day Picks: Lighter Bites, Same Big Flavor
After a few too many cheesy dips and sliders (no judgment here), it’s nice to have some fresher options. These lighter recipes prove healthy can still be delicious! From crisp veggies to healthy snacks, these recipes will keep you feeling good all game long.
Crudite Dip
The best Crudite dip recipe! Throw together the ingredients in minutes, then serve with crisp raw vegetables, chips, or crackers, and you have a crowd-pleasing and easy vegetable dip.
Pimento Cheese Spread
Pimento cheese is a simple Southern classic! Sharp cheddar, pepper Jack cheese, pimentos, and a little mayo for a creamy, tangy spread.
Mediterranean Layered Dip
This recipe for Mediterranean Layered Dip or Greek Layered Dip is so amazing, healthy and EASY! Creamy hummus, crisp fresh veggies, the perfect appetizer.
Pesto Appetizer with Burrata and Roasted Tomatoes
This Pesto Burrata Appetizer recipe is fresh, easy and will have you coming back for more. Burrata, pesto, roasted tomatoes, pine nuts with fresh crostini, a Magnolia table copycat.
Pistachio-Crusted Goat Cheese Appetizer
Easy and gourmet appetizer? Yes! This Pistachio-Crusted Goat Cheese Appetizer is topped with fig preserves, hot honey and pomegranate arils, with options to sprinkle with candied bacon.
Tomato Basil Bruschetta
This easy tomato bruschetta is packed with flavor thanks to one simple step; garlic-infused olive oil poured over fresh tomatoes. A crowd-pleasing, make-ahead appetizer perfect for any gathering
Steakhouse Wedge Salad
Healthier Romaine wedge salad is topped with creamy blue cheese dressing, crispy bacon bits, tangy blue cheese crumbles, juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and sweet candied pecans.
Air Fryer Steak Tips
These air fryer steak bites or steak tips are juicy, tender and healthy! Rubbed in a quick and easy steak marinade, then quick fried in the air fryer for less oil, low-carb and delicious 30 minute meal.
Mexican Chicken Fajitas
Delicious and authentic Mexican Chicken Fajita recipe with sizzling bell peppers, onions, and marinated chicken. Fajitas de pollo that are perfectly sautéed and served hot.
Homemade Blender Salsa
This Easy Homemade Blender Salsa recipe is quick and easy and comes together in minutes! A restaurant style salsa that is fresh, flavorful and healthy.
Guacamole
Make your own easy guacamole! This 5 minute, no fuss, pantry ingredient guacamole recipe is perfect for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo or anytime you are craving the best guac!
Layered Taco Salad
This Layered Taco Salad Recipe is ready in 30 minutes! Layered with lettuce, taco ground beef, beans, tomatoes, salsa, corn, cheese and topped with tortilla chips, olives and cilantro! Salad heaven!
32 Sweet Treats: The Final Touchdown
No celebration’s complete without a little something sweet. These desserts and sweet dips are the perfect way to end on a high note! They’re easy to make, easy to share, and guaranteed to please every sweet tooth in the room.
Cookies & Bars
Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookie
Copycat Crumbl Chocolate Chip cookies are the best. This easy recipe makes the best copycat version of these milk chocolate chip cookies. Giant, thick, chewy and soft! High altitude too!
Crumbl Sugar Cookie
Hands down the best copycat Crumbl Sugar Cookie recipe! Large, soft, buttery cookies frosted with a simple buttercream frosting. Change the color according to your team!
Sugar Cookie Bites
Soft, chewy Sugar Cookie Bites topped with fluffy buttercream—made easy with this crowd-friendly sheet pan cookie recipe! Perfect for parties, graduations, or anytime you need a sweet bite-sized treat.
Pan Banging Sugar Cookies
Are you a sugar cookie lover? I am!! And this recipe for chewy-centered, crisp edged pan banging sugar cookies is the BEST!
Biscoff Cookie Butter Cookies
These are the best stuffed Biscoff cookie butter cookies! And easy recipe featuring chewy, tender cookie butter cookie stuffed with a gooey cookie butter filling.
Fluffernutter Whoopie Pies
Sweet and fluffy chocolate fluffernutter whoopie pies. Chocolate cakes with a creamy peanut butter marshmallow frosting.
Oatmeal Sandwich Cookie with Maple Brown Sugar Frosting
A classic recipe for nutty and chewy oatmeal sandwich cookies with an amazing, creamy brown sugar maple frosting. It’s like a handheld bowl of oatmeal.
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Brown butter makes everything better; especially these Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies! After testing multiple batches, I’ve nailed down the best method for rich, chewy, bakery-style cookies!
Mint Brownies
Soft, fudgy mint brownies with crème de menthe buttercream and rich ganache—easy shortcuts, big flavor, and the ultimate party treat that disappears fast!
Strawberry Brownies
Got 5 minutes? Make these easy Strawberry Brownies with luscious strawberry frosting – I think of these more as strawberry blondies, soft, fudgy brownies but made with strawberry cake mix instead!
Stout Fudge Brownies with Irish Cream Frosting
Rich, fudgy, milk stout brownies, topped with a thick coat of Irish Cream & a dusting of sea salt. The perfect treat for your St. Patrick’s day celebration.
Fudgy Espresso Brownie Bites
The best Espresso Brownie Bites are easy, fudgy, and perfect for crowds. Chewy & rich with espresso, chocolate and kissed with Kahlua buttercream. Makes a lot!
Chewy Blondie Bars
One bowl chewy blondie bars recipe! The best blonde brownie recipe; with more vanilla, buttery, caramel-y, almost butterscotchy taste! If you have never made blondie cookies this recipe is for you!
Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Chip Blondies
This one-bowl peanut butter blondie recipe makes drool-worthy, soft, and chewy bars stuffed with peanut butter cups no less – perfect for peanut butter bar lovers!
Old Fashioned Lemon Squares
Make easy Old Fashioned Lemon Squares today! Lemon bars are perfect for serving at picnics, tailgating, potlucks, tea parties and Christmas cookie exchanges, great anytime of the year!
Lemon Cranberry Bars
Definitely the best lemon cranberry bars and most festive desserts you will make during the holiday season! Using Rodelle Reserve Vanilla Extract, these Cranberry squares are the best!
Tart Lemon Lime Bars
Making Lemon Lime Bars with a buttery shortbread crust is a breeze! They’re a cross between classic lemon bars and key lime pie—creamy perfection! Full of pucker power these are the best of both!
Salted Chocolate Graham Bites
Delicious, salted chocolate graham bites are a super easy, chewy, bar cookie. Make this recipe for a cookie exchange, class party or tuck in a lunch box.
Sweet Dips & No Bake Treats
3-Ingredient Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip
An easy 3-Ingredient Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip recipe with cream cheese, marshmallow cream, and vanilla extract. Add flavorful mix-ins and serve with your favorite fruit, graham crackers, and more!
Oreo Fluff Dessert Dip
Ready in minutes, this Oreo fluff recipe is so easy, and the best part is there’s no need for Cool Whip and instant vanilla pudding! Also called Oreo fluff salad, baby, this is my kind of salad!
Crockpot Peanut Clusters
5 ingredients and one hour is all it takes to make crockpot peanut clusters! Dump your favorite chocolate chips or baking chips into the crockpot, stir, melt, scoop and set! Makes a great food gift too!
Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
With 3 main ingredients, this cream cheese fruit dip takes 10 minutes. No Cool Whip or Marshmallow Fluff, a bit healthier and great for parties.
Chocolate Caramel Peanut Clusters
You can make homemade Caramel Peanut Clusters! This easy homemade candy is like peanut turtle candy with flaky sea salt, a gooey caramel center, and coated with chocolate for a salty treat.
Brown Butter Rice Crispy Treats
Browned butter rice crispy treats! Not your average krispie treat! Rich and yummy, flecked with real vanilla bean and topped with flaky sea salt! WOW!
Snickers Candy Bar Fudge
Easy step-by-step instructions to make Snickers fudge! Like the classic treat, this fudge has layers of fluffy nougat, gooey caramel, and crunchy peanuts coated with sweet milk chocolate.
Sugar Cookie Fudge
7 ingredient Cookie Fudge with sugar cookie mix right in the batter. A no-bake, no candy thermometer fudge that takes 10 minutes to make will be the talk of the party. Just change the sprinkle colors according to your team’s colors!
Buckeye Bars
Easy brown butter buckeye bars or buckeye bark. A no bake, gluten-free peanut butter treat, made with browned butter for a richer and more delicious and creamy confection. Great for holiday treats.
Pumpkin Fluff
Whip up this creamy pumpkin fluff in 10 minutes, it is like pumpkin pie and cheesecake. Made with whipped cream, real pumpkin and cream cheese. Filled with pumpkin spices for a light and easy dip.
Chocolate Fruit Dip
My healthier Easy Chocolate Fruit Dip Recipe with Cream Cheese is a tasty and guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s a great after-school snack, game-day treat, and special nibble for Valentine’s Day – anytime!
Christmas Tree Cake Dip
With only 15 minutes of prep, this Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip is a fun and delicious dessert dip! Use any Little Debbie’s cakes for a fun, easy and delicious treat!
Oreo Peanut Butter Pie
A 5-ingredient Oreo Peanut Butter Pie no-bake dessert! A decadent Oreo crust layered with an easy salty peanut butter layer, then topped with a simple chocolate ganache.
Oreo Pudding Dessert
With 20 minutes of prep, you will have this No-Bake Oreo Pudding Dessert in the fridge. An Oreo crust, creamy filling, and a luscious chocolate pudding layer, with homemade Cool Whip.
🍹 25 Drinks & Mocktails: Sip, Cheer, Repeat
Keep the good vibes flowing with drinks that are just as fun as the food! Whip up a big-batch punch, pour some fizzy mocktails, or cozy up with hot drinks for those chilly night games. Whatever you’re sipping, these drink recipes will keep everyone happy, hydrated, and ready to cheer. Here’s to good friends, great food, and (fingers crossed) a big win!
Hot Drinks
Hot Buttered Rum Batter
A simple sweetly spiced, buttery batter made ahead and kept in the freezer for perfect Hot Buttered Rum cocktail or mocktail anytime!
Christmas Morning Chai
Cheaper than Dutch Bros, this copycat Christmas Morning Chai is an easy chai breve latte mixed with half and half and swirled with white chocolate syrup. Tips for making it hot or iced!
Irish Coffee
This easy Irish coffee recipe is a classic Irish coffee cocktail that is the ideal coffee drink for chilly nights. A warm you-from-the-inside-out drink made of coffee, whiskey, sugar, and cream.
Wassail Hot Cider
Easy Wassail Recipe (non-alcoholic) is the perfect hot mulled cider for the holiday season. Fresh fruit, a variety of juices, apple cider, and seasonal spices, perfect warm drink for parties!
Starbucks White Hot Chocolate
How to make a Starbucks White Hot Chocolate Recipe. 3 simple ingredients and you can make this copycat, luscious, creamy hot winter drink. Crock pot recipe too!
Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chips
In less than 7 minutes, you will have a steaming, rich, chocolatey mug of homemade hot chocolate with chocolate chips. A European Hot Chocolate that is creamy, rich and easy!
Chai Tea Latte
Save money with this simple and delicious Chai Tea Latte recipe is ready in minutes! Darjeeling tea infused with rich, warm spices of cloves, nutmeg, vanilla, cinnamon, and ginger.
Adult Drinks
Pink Lemonade Cocktail
Got 5 minutes, you can make this delicious and refreshing summer pink lemonade vodka drink recipe. This simple cocktail, is all natural with loads of variations and options to make it how you like it!
Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini
This Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini is sweet, tart, and festive! With make-ahead ingredients and easy steps, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for Christmas.
Skinny Margarita Recipe
Looking for a delicious cocktail without all the calories? Learn how to make a Skinny Margarita that doesn’t sacrifice flavor with this easy recipe! By the glass or by the pitcher!
Cadillac Margarita
Treat yourself to the smoothest margarita you’ll ever make at home—the Cadillac Margarita. This recipe takes the classic margarita up a notch with aged tequila, Grand Marnier, and fresh lime juice!
Pomegranate Moscow Mule
Make this holiday mule in minutes! Our pomegranate mule is a fresh, festive, and easy cocktail! With fresh pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, vodka and finished with spicy ginger beer. A Yule Mule!
New Orleans Hand Grenade Drink
Get in the Mardi Gras spirit with this Hand Grenade Drink. With its trademark bright yellow-green hue, this New Orleans Hand Grenade is the perfect drink when you can’t make it to Bourbon Street!
Spiced Holiday Pomegranate Sangria
Easy Spiced Holiday Sangria is a great red wine winter sangria perfect for holiday parties. This winter sangria is the perfect cocktail for a crowd, the best Christmas drink.
Cranberry Bourbon Sour
4-Ingredient cranberry bourbon cocktail made with 100% cranberry juice and low in sugar!
Maple Whiskey Sour
A wonderful twist on a popular drink! This recipe for Maple Whiskey Sour has rich bourbon a touch of maple syrup and the bright twist of citrus.
Cherry Bourbon Drink
This simple recipe for a Cherry Bomb drink is “the bomb”! Fresh cherries muddled with rich bourbon, vanilla, lemon juice, a surprise ingredient and a splash of club soda make the ultimate Cherry Bourbon Smash!
For Everyone
Strawberry Refresher
Easy, refreshing Strawberry Refresher using fresh strawberry lime syrup and ginger ale, or your favorite mixer. A lovely mocktail, non-alcoholic drink!
Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade
Copycat Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade is so refreshing with passion fruit flavors. Today I’m showing you how to make Tazo passion tea concentrate at home, the perfect summer tea.
Cranberry Spritzer
Easy Cranberry Spritzer is the ideal holiday drink! Cranberry simple syrup, fresh lemon topped with lemon-lime soda, need a cocktail? Add a splash of vodka.
Texas Tea Punch
This recipe for Iced Tea Punch or what we call Texas Tea punch is a wonderful, fresh recipe to have in your collection for a luncheon or party. I love its bright red color, hint of mint, and the sweet and sour combo of lemonade and pineapple.
Eggnog Milkshake
Made at home and in minutes, your favorite creamy eggnog milkshake from McDonald’s! This eggnog shake tastes better than the popular seasonal treat, using fresh ingredients, and saving you money!
Pomegranate Cocktail
Easy and delicious Pomegranate Cocktail is the best Thanksgiving punch recipe. Filled with pomegranate juice, cranberry juice, lemon juice, orange liqueur. With vodka or make it non-alcoholic.
Iced Peach Green Tea Lemonade
Make your own DIY Starbucks Peach Green Tea Lemonade for pennies. With 3 simple and easy to get ingredients you can make this delicious, all-natural peach tea.
Chick-Fil-A Frosted Lemonade
An easy recipe for copycat Chick-Fil-A Frosted Lemonade. This is the coolest drink, literally! It’s so cool, refreshing, creamy and sweet-tart!
🎉 Game Day Done Right
At the end of the day, game day isn’t really about the score (okay, maybe a little). At least for me, it’s about gathering your people, laughing loudly, sharing good food, and making memories that last! Whether your team wins or loses, I promise that with this Game Day Menu, everyone’s walking away happy.
So tie on that apron and get ready to bring your A-game, I’ll be rooting for you from my messy kitchen sidelines!
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