30+ Budget-Friendly Party Recipes That Guests Will Love
By Sho @ Hungry for Thai
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May 23rd 2025
Hosting a graduation bash, party, or game day hangout? 🎓🎉🏈 These 30+ crowd-pleasing recipes are tasty, easy, and budget-friendly—perfect for feeding a hungry crew!
These 30+ Budget-Friendly Party Recipes That Guests Will Love are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re throwing a graduation celebration, game day get-together, summer BBQ, camping weekend, or just a fun gathering with friends and family.
Each recipe is easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and wallet-friendly, so you can serve up delicious food without the stress. 🎉🍴

Healthy Thai Chicken Stuffed Peppers (Air Fryer Recipe)
These stuffed peppers are filled with lean ground chicken—simple yet delicious! This classic, no-fuss recipe is hard to beat! It’s a healthy favorite made with ground chicken and herbs. Plus, it’s easy to make and totally crowd-friendly.
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Cast Iron Bacon Wrapped Pickles
Cast Iron Bacon Wrapped Pickles are a great snack or appetizer; perfect for all your backyard BBQs, game day gatherings, and any other bacon needs!
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Mexican Burrito Roll Ups
Burrito Rollups are a tried and true family recipe perfect for any gathering! Easy to make and packed with yumminess, these are bound to be favorites!
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Crispy Kale - Air fryer recipe
It’s a great alternative to potato chips—delicious, guilt-free, and perfect for snacking anytime, serving at parties, or adding to a healthy snack spread! 🎉🥬😋 You can also enjoy the crispy air-fried kale on its own as a simple, healthy, and wallet-friendly snack!
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Pizza Pinwheels
Pizza Pinwheels are a fun appetizer or party dish that has all the fun of pizza in a handheld snack! Best of all, it takes only 6 ingredients to make this easy appetizer.
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Crispy Fried Wonton Recipe – Thai Street Food at Home
This fried wonton recipe is incredibly easy to make. The distinctive flavor of the pork filling makes these wontons a crowd-pleasing appetizer that everyone will crave. They are perfect for parties and make a delicious snack!
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How to make Bacon Wrapped Dates
These easy-to-make Bacon Wrapped Dates are stuffed with herb cream cheese, wrapped in strips of bacon, and basted with a slightly spicy honey sauce. The bite-sized sweet and savory, salty combination is almost addicting and truly a match made in heaven.
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Easy Vegan Crab Bites
Fast, easy, and utterly delicious - these Vegan Crab Bites are the perfect party appetizer. They can be served hot or cold and take 20 minutes to prepare.
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Delicious Easy-to-Make Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
Whip up this delicious bacon-wrapped asparagus in no time. With just a few ingredients, you can create a savory dish that’s both quick to prepare and delightful to eat.
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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
If you love buffalo chicken wings but are looking for a vegetarian alternative, this buffalo cauliflower bites recipe will soon become a favorite appetizer for Game Day, Super Bowl, or your next party.
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The Best Buffalo Chicken Dip
This budget-friendly Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect appetizer for any party or game day gathering! Easy to make and delicious, it combines shredded chicken, creamy ranch dressing, cream cheese, hot sauce, and plenty of cheese, all baked until it's golden and bubbly. Serve this crowd-pleaser hot and watch it disappear—it's ideal for dipping and guaranteed to be a hit!
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Corn Fritters with Red Curry Paste
Enjoy these easy-to-make corn fritters with a spicy Thai twist. Red curry paste adds depth, while crispy batter ensures a delightful crunch.
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Crispy Cauliflower Bites
These Crispy Cauliflower Bites from Heavenly Spiced are a flavorful, budget-friendly snack with a perfectly crunchy coating. They’re easy to make and perfect for parties, game nights, or a satisfying meatless appetizer.
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Spanish Ham Croquettes
Crispy Spanish ham croquettes offer a rich, savoury bechamel filling with a satisfying crunch, perfect as a traditional tapa.
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Mushroom Arancini
These Mushroom Arancini are a budget-friendly, crowd-pleasing party snack! Made with creamy risotto, sautéed mushrooms, and gooey cheese, these crispy golden bites are fried to perfection. They’re easy to make with leftover risotto, making them an affordable yet indulgent appetizer.
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Thai Savory Crispy Tartlets
Delight in these crispy Thai tartlets filled with savory plant-based mince and mixed vegetables. Perfect for parties or as a unique appetizer.
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Antipasto Skewers
Antipasto skewers are the best appetizers for your next function. They've got all the elements of a traditional antipasto but on a skewer. Ideal for parties, picnics, or any gathering.
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Crockpot Little Smokies
These easy cocktail sausages are cooked in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce in the slow cooker. Its such an easy recipe and everyone loves them.
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Best Thai Crispy Spring Rolls
Delight in these vegetarian Thai spring rolls, packed with flavorful veggies and glass noodles. Serve with sweet chili sauce for the perfect bite!
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Caprese Zucchini Cups
These caprese zucchini cups make fun appetizers or sides bursting with fresh Italian flavor! THey're easy to make ahead, and can be served hot or cold: versatile and great for any occasion!
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Tuna Ritz Cracker Appetizer
A tuna blend prepared and used as a topping for crackers. These are crowd pleasers and the pickiest eater will love them.
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Vegetarian Samosa Recipe
Delight in these crispy, golden vegetarian samosas filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and cashews. Perfect for snacking or entertaining guests!
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Tajin Popcorn
Ditch the boring butter popcorn and serve up some of this spicy and tangy Tajin popcorn at your next part. The Tajin seasoning is an absolute flavor bomb that pairs wonderfully with the popcorn and is sure to be a total crowd pleaser.
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Vegan Pizza Rolls
This recipe for vegan pizza rolls features homemade yeast dough filled with a rich tomato sauce, assorted vegetables, and (dairy-free) cheese, offering a versatile snack suitable for various occasions. The recipe provides options for using store-bought dough and includes suggestions for healthier ingredient substitutions.
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Cucumber Hummus Bites
Cucumber Hummus Bites are the ultimate finger food and appetizer for any party or gathering. Crisp cucumber slices are layered with roasted red pepper hummus, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a refreshing and flavorful bite.
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Homemade Vegetable Gyoza (Vegan/ Vegetarian)
These Homemade Vegetable Gyoza are golden and crispy on the bottom with a succulent, flavorful filling inside. Perfect for a fun cooking session with friends or family, and they freeze beautifully for future meals. Enjoy them pan-fried, steamed, or air-fried for a delightful treat!
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Korean Rice Balls (Jumeok Bap)
These Korean rice balls are a tasty and fun finger food, perfect for any party or snack time! Filled with flavorful seasonings and decorated with nori seaweed, they offer a savory bite-sized treat that everyone will enjoy.
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Dill Pickle Popcorn
Dill Pickle Popcorn is a tasty, budget-friendly snack that is quick easy and affordable to put together for a crowd. It's delightfully tangy spice blend will keep guests coming back for more!
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Onion Cake – Zwiebelkuchen Recipe
German onion cake, or Zwiebelkuchen, is a hearty savory pie, perfect for fall. With caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and a creamy topping, it's great for family gatherings, potlucks, or parties. Serve it warm or at room temperature—baking it on a large tray ensures there’s plenty to go around.
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Healthy Homemade Vegan Doritos "Nacho Cheese" Flavor (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Enjoy the bold flavor of nacho cheese in a healthier way with these baked vegan Doritos. Made with simple ingredients, they’re gluten-free and allergy-friendly, making them a great snack for everyone.
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Lemon Blueberry Cookies
Elevate your dessert game with these zesty lemon blueberry cookies. Infused with lemon zest and studded with juicy blueberries, they’re a perfect balance of tart and sweet.
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Tomato Bruschetta with Whipped Feta Pesto
Fresh and flavorful, this Tomato Bruschetta with Whipped Feta & Pesto is the perfect easy appetizer for any gathering. Bright tomatoes, creamy feta, and aromatic pesto come together on crispy bread for a delicious bite every time!
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Easy Mini Apple Pies
These Easy Mini Apple Pies are a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Made with a buttery puff pastry crust and a spiced apple filling, they’re perfect for any occasion. Customize them with decorative puff pastry shapes for a festive touch! Ideal for gatherings, family treats, or a cozy snack.
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Pigs in a Blanket with Crescent Rolls
These delightful mini apple pies are a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, encased in a flaky golden crust. Ideal for gatherings, holidays, or as a sweet treat anytime, they’re sure to impress with their homemade charm.
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Chopped Egg and Bacon Sandwiches
Whether you have some eggs to use up or you want to make easy and delicious sandwiches that will be a real crowd pleaser, look no further. These Chopped Egg and Bacon Sandwiches are perfect for parties, showers, or any occasion!
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