Let’s talk Easter Appetizers! Any good hostess knows that the strategic use of appetizers can make or break the night. Appetizers not only allow your guests to have something to occupy their time while waiting for the main meal, they also give you a buffer for prepping. While your guests nibble, you can put on the finishing touches. Hosting for holidays like Easter can be especially chaotic with all the moving parts, and moving family members. To help yourself save time, and energy, consider making these Easter appetizers ahead of time. You can easily place them out while you finish whatever details you have left.
When choosing what Easter appetizer would work best for your meal, don’t forget to take a few things into consideration. Choose an appetizer that you can make-ahead, this way you don’t take unnecessary time out of your day-of schedule. If you can, choose something that can be served cold or at room temperature, so that no additional prep is needed. Be sure to choose a dish that fits well with the rest of your meal, the Easter appetizer is still apart of the overall meal, it just comes a little sooner.
With those things in mind, here are few options that will make the perfect Easter appetizer that you can make ahead of time and impress your guests with your expert hosting skills.
Easy Pre-Prepared Easter Appetizers
1. Lemon Basil Burrata with Garlic Toasts
Lemon and basil are the perfect additions to your Easter table as they are in-season produce that bring a bright but savory flavor to the meal. This lemon and basil burrata dish is a delicious communal option that is perfectly paired with these small garlic toasts and get the meal off to a tasty start.
2. Smoked Salmon Canapés
Looking for tiny bites to dish up? These gorgeous salmon canapés not only look gorgeous, with a perfect color scheme for an Easter appetizer, they are also an easy going but delicious start for an Easter brunch.
3. Baked Phyllo-Wrapped Feta Bites
In terms of simple, you can’t get much better than these phyllo-wrapped feta bites. A few simple ingredients and you have a sweet and salty grab-ables that seem like a lot of hard work, but aren’t.
4. Rosemary Parmesan Scones
To be quite honest, these scones should be eaten on any day, at any time. So why not as an appetizer for Easter dinner? These cheesy, herb-filled scones, which can be easily adapted for biscuits, are easy to make ahead of time but are also easy to make in large batches. Pre-prepare these ahead of time and have your guests share a basket while you finish up dinner.
5. Burrata and Steak Crostini
If you’re looking for a simple, but elevated option, these steak crostini scream, “Pick me!” They may not be your first option for an Easter appetizer but you won’t regret the choice, and your guests will be begging for more!
6. Tuna Crudo with Citrus Caper Vinaigrette
A seafood entree is a unique option for an Easter meal but if you lean into the spring time flavors and vibes, it can be a really unique but well-received option. If you choose a seafood option, make the meal well-rounded with this incredibly easy Tuna Crudo. You can prepare the citrus vinaigrette ahead of time or make the entire dish ahead of time and store it in the fridge.
7. Shrimp Caprese Skewers
Out of all of the Easter appetizers on this list, it will not get easier than this one. These shrimp Caprese skewers require just a few minutes of time for some tasty bites. You can make these skewers the day before and drizzle them with balsamic before serving.
8. Baked Goat Cheese Bruschetta Dip
Dips are definitely a cheat code when it comes to appetizers. You can easily throw what you need into a dish and go. For your Easter appetizer this year, consider this tangy, cheesy goat cheese dip with basil, garlic, and tomato bruschetta.
9. Pesto Caprese Puff Pastries
Make more than you think you’ll need when you make these puff pastries stuffed with cheese and doused in Italian flavors. They are easy to make ahead of time and incredibly delicious and they’ll go faster than you think!
10. 7-Layered Greek Dip
A Mediterranean take on the traditional 7-layer dip is a perfect option for an appetizer. You can place it anywhere with chips and create a bit of a communal spot for your guests to enjoy this brighter, refreshing version of the old family favorite.
11. Mini Beef Wellingtons
These mini beef wellingtons are definitely more of a heartier option, but that may fit very well into your menu. If so, consider making these the day before. You can warm them as you finish preparing and serving up this mini comfort food to get a delicious meal started.
Easter is meant to be a time of community, combined with good eats. But to make that all happen without a hitch requires a good host with a good game plan. If that’s you, make it easy on yourself by choosing from these make-ahead Easter appetizers that will be sure to save you some time but still impress.
Decided on your appetizer and looking for the next step? Be sure to check out these Easter Entree ideas!
