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February 16, 2020 Posted by PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS

32 Delicious St Patrick’s Day Appetizer Recipes

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Putting together the perfect party for St Patrick’s Day means you’ll need to plan plenty of delicious food and drink options for your guests to enjoy. 🙂

Appetizers are an essential part of any gathering, from a sit-down dinner to a laid back gathering of friends and family.

cold snacks on the table buffet, canapes at the banquet

Guests of all ages and appetite levels need snacks to nibble on as the fun gets started. They can be cold or hot, quick and easy finger foods or seasonally-inspired snacks that add to the festive vibes.

Vary the selection of snacks you plan to offer so that there’s something for everyone to eat throughout the event!

Apps are versatile and easy to prepare, and you can customize classic favorites to match your party’s theme.

For St Patrick’s Day, that means Irish-inspired snacks and colorful options that evoke the Emerald Isle. You don’t need a lucky leprechaun to help you in the kitchen, either.

Our array of yummy appetizer ideas can be whipped up easily and kept fresh until the fun begins. Explore our many delicious appetizer options to round out your menu and pair perfectly with beverages at your St Paddy’s celebration.

Green Food for St Patrick’s Day Appetizers

What better time than St Patrick’s Day to go green with your apps?

No St Paddy’s Day celebration would be complete with plenty of green décor, a green beverage or two, and some tasty shamrock-inspired items on the menu.

Green ingredients are a must on this most festive of Irish holidays!

These St Patrick’s Day appetizer recipes include a lot of yummy green foods, making them pretty enough to practically be a part of the festive décor.

Guests will get in the mood for celebrating with any of these green seasonal snacks and colorful, creative treats:

Green Stuffed Peppers
Italian Stuffed Peppers
Image Sources: 1. Wine & Glue
Avocado Fries
Avocado Fries
Image Sources: 1. Abbey’s Kitchen
Cranberry Feta Pinwheels
Cranberry and Feta Pinwheels
Image Sources: 1. The Girl Who Ate Everything
Green Pizza
Green Goddess Pizza
Image Sources: 1. Well And Full

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Easy St Patrick’s Day Appetizers

Are you putting together a party on a tight schedule or throwing together a last-minute gathering? Don’t let that be a reason to stress out or to skip out on apps altogether. 😉

St Patrick Day Party Green Beer And Easy Shamrock Tortilla Appetizers with green dip

Keep things simple and stress-free by preparing satisfying party favorites that guests are going to love.

These are no-fuss, incredibly easy St Patrick’s Day appetizer recipes that can be whipped up quickly and ready to serve at your soiree in no time at all. They’re sure to become your go-to apps for impromptu get-togethers and casual gatherings.

Grab the ingredients and get these oh-so-easy appetizers all set to serve at your St Paddy’s celebration.

Avocado Pesto
Avocado Pesto Nibbles
Image Sources: 1. Salt and Lavender
Garlic Butter Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Garlic Butter Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Image Sources: 1. Cafe Delites
Blackened Shrimp Avocado Bites
Blackened Shrimp Cucumber Bites
Image Sources: 1. Closet Cooking
Irish Pub Cheese Recipe
Irish Pub Cheese in bowl with crisps on the side
Image Sources: 1. A Spicy Perspective
Corned Beef and Cabbage Sliders
Corned Beef Sliders
Image Sources: 1. Delish

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Traditional Irish Appetizers

St Patrick’s Day can be an exciting event with lots of yummy food and drinks to indulge in, but it’s important to remember what the celebration is all about.

Smoked Salmon With Cream Cheese And Capers On Traditional Irish Brown Soda Bread.

While drinking green beer and feeling lucky is fun, it’s always good to bring the focus back on Irish culture and heritage with traditional St Patrick’s Day appetizers.

You simply can’t go wrong with appetizers that give a nod to classic Irish foods!

Apps with potatoes, cabbage, and other staples of the Emerald Isle are sure to please. 😀 

Satisfy your St Paddy’s cravings with any of these Irish-inspired favorites:

Slow Cooker corned Beef and Cabbage Soup
Slow Cooker Corned Beef Cabbage Soup
Image Sources: 1. Gimme Some Oven
Colcannon Recipe
Colcannon
Image Sources: 1. The Spruce Eats
Classic Reuben Dip
Classic Reuben Dip
Image Sources: 1. Parade
Irish Nachos
Irish Nachos
Image Sources: 1. Delish
Beef and Guinness Hand Pies
Beef and Guinness Hand Pies
Image Sources: 1. Spatch The Spatula

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Finger Foods for St Paddy’s Day

Every party needs a few finger foods to munch on, and especially a St Patrick’s Day gathering.

While guests may be enjoying festive beverages throughout the event, they’ll need some simple and tasty snacks to keep them from going hungry, too.

Finger foods are perfect for grabbing and nibbling on both before and after the main meal.

If you’re hosting a casual gathering, finger foods are all you’ll need to serve to ensure that guests are satisfied!

These light and tasty apps are a breeze to prepare and even easier to eat on the go as you mix and mingle.

Grilled Herb and Cheese Zucchini Roll Ups
Grilled Zucchini Herb And Cheese Roll Ups
Image Sources: 1. Little Broken
Rainbow Snack Platter
Rainbow Snack Platter
Image Sources: 1. Taste of Home
Shamrock Veggie Skewers
Shamrock Veggie Skewers
Image Sources: 1. Two Healthy Kitchens
Corned Beef and Cabbage Sliders
Slow Cooker Corned Beef And Cabbage Sliders With Guinness Mustard
Image Sources: 1. The Cookie Rookie
Guacamole Cups
Guacamole Cups
Image Sources: 1. Gimme Some Oven

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St-Patrick’s Day Appetizer Recipes That Are Gluten-Free

Having to avoid gluten shouldn’t be a reason to miss out on tasty appetizers at an event. However, as a hostess, you may be clueless as to what to make for your gluten-intolerant friends and family to enjoy.

We’re here to help with an array of appropriate appetizers to choose from. Try one or two, or make them all!

Your party guests with a gluten allergy are sure to smile when you offer up any of these delicious gluten-free apps!

These easy app ideas aren’t only great for those who need to avoid gluten- they’re yummy enough for everyone to adore!

Spinach Tart made with Almond Flour
Spinach Tart
Image Sources: 1. Comfy Belly
Gluten Free Pizza
Gluten-Free Green Pizza
Image Sources: 1. Whitney Bond
Gluten Free Artichoke Hummus
Spinach Artichoke Hummus
Image Sources: 1. Whitney Bond
Shepherds Pie Loaded Baked Potatoes
Shepherds Pie Loaded Baked Potatoes
Image Sources: 1. Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Gluten Free Irish Soda Bread
Gluten Free Irish Soda Bread
Image Sources: 1. Gluten Free On A Shoestring

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St Patrick’s Day Cold Appetizers

Cold apps are quick, fresh, and simple, making them a scrumptious staple of party snack menus for every type of gathering. 

Whether you’re hosting a small get-together or a big bash, these Irish-inspired cold appetizers are a true treat!

Prepare them ahead of time so they’re ready to go. Keep them cool in the fridge until the guests arrive, then serve them fresh. They pair perfectly with a cold beverage and are ideal for nibbling on before the main meal.

Consider any of these cool cold apps for your lucky and lighthearted St Patrick’s celebration:

Avocado Deviled Eggs
Avocado Deviled Eggs
Image Sources: 1. This Mama Cooks
Appetizer Board
St. Patricks Day Appetizers Board Meat Cheese Platter
Image Sources: 1. Luci’s Morsels
Guinness Cheddar Dip
Guinness Cheddar Dip
Image Sources: 1. The Parsley Thief

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St Patrick’s Day Hot Appetizers

Turn on the oven, spark up the stove, and warm things up with yummy hot appetizers that are perfect for your St Patrick’s Day get-together.

Breaded fried mozzarella cheese sticks with tomato marinara dipping sauce

From quick and easy to melty and cheesy, zesty dips to tasty strips, hot apps are full of flavor and are an ideal way to sate your appetite at any gathering. They help balance out your snack selection and provide the perfect complement to belly-warming beverages.

Keep them fresh by using warming trays so they can be enjoyed for the duration of your Irish-themed event!

Check out any of these light bites to warm you up:

GuinNess Pulled Pork
Guinness Pulled Pork
Image Sources: 1. Gimme Some Oven
Corned Beef Cabbage Rolls
Corned Beef Cabbage Egg Rolls
Image Sources: 1. Cooking And Beer
Stuffed Parmesan Potatoes
Stuffed Parmesan Potatoes
Image Sources: 1. Good Housekeeping
Jalapeno Potato Poppers
Jalapeno Popper Potatoes
Image Sources: 1. Mindy’s Cooking Obsession
Irish Sausage Rolls
Irish Sausage Rolls
Image Sources: 1. What’s Cooking America

With so many tasty St Patrick’s Day appetizer recipes, you won’t need the luck of the Irish to pull together an assortment of mouth-watering snacks for guests to enjoy.

From green to gluten-free to traditional foods, our ideas ensure that your guests definitely won’t go hungry at your shamrock shindig.

Try whipping up any of these simple, savory, fun, and festive apps to round out the menu for your St Paddy’s celebration.

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32 Delicious St Patricks Day Appetizer Recipes
Occasion/Holiday: St-Patricks DayFiled Under: Appetizers, Holidays, Party FoodTagged With: Appetizer, Party Food, St-Patrick's Day
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  1. Mansi | I Made My Cake says

    February 19, 2020 at 12:29 pm

    These recipes are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or to include some green colour foods in your diet!

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  2. Katy Emanuel says

    February 19, 2020 at 1:45 pm

    So many great looking recipes. My kids will have fun trying out some of these.

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  3. Yuri says

    February 19, 2020 at 1:49 pm

    Not a big fan of avocado but I must say these recipes make me wanna give it another try 😊. Thanks for sharing.

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  4. Holly E. says

    February 19, 2020 at 1:57 pm

    Can’t wait to try the Irish Pub Cheese Recipe!

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  5. Jillian says

    February 19, 2020 at 2:47 pm

    I love that many of these recipes are actually very healthy! I might have to share this a few places, and definitely try a few of the recipes myself. Thanks!

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  6. Amanda Kerr says

    February 19, 2020 at 3:56 pm

    Oh em gee! I’m such a foodie and this is a ton of amazing foods! 🙂 Everything looks so delicious!

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  7. Sula says

    February 19, 2020 at 8:15 pm

    Great collection of recipes! I will be pinning this for future reference!

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