As the saying goes, “you can’t buy happiness, but you can buy cocktails.” And what’s better than indulging in a delicious drink? Pairing it with the perfect snack, of course! Whether you’re a fan of savory or sweet, we’ve rounded up the best snacks to complement your cocktail and take your Saturday sips to the next level.
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Pork Belly Burnt Ends are just about the best thing on the planet. They’re meaty, melt-in-your-mouth tender inside, crispy on the outside, and packed with sweet and spicy flavor. Go on, get your meat candy fix today!
Get the recipe: Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Pork Tenderloin Crostini with Lime Crema
Crostini is a fancy word for crust, and these little toasts are cut from a baguette and are topped with thinly sliced oh-so-tender pork tenderloin. The lime crema on top is so good, and is the perfect touch for these appetizers.
Get the recipe: Pork Tenderloin Crostini
Prosciutto Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Super simple to make and show-stoppingly flavorful, these pinwheels feature light, flaky and buttery puff pastry stuffed with prosciutto and Parmesan. What’s not to love?
Get the recipe: Prosciutto Puff Pastry Pinwheels
Green Goddess Stuffed Mushrooms
Green goddess is a creamy, herby, garlicky cream cheese filling, and for this easy appetizer, it’s stuffed inside hot garlicky mushrooms. The combination is magical, and with a recipe this easy and this good, this may be the only snack you need!
Get the recipe: Green Goddess Stuffed Mushrooms
Deviled Eggs with Bacon
The only thing that can possibly make a deviled egg any better is bacon! Crispy bacon infused these creamy, tangy, and oh-so-good deviled eggs. The only question is, will you share?
Get the recipe: Deviled Eggs with Bacon
Crab Rangoon Dip
If you only ever make one hot dip for the rest of your life, make it this one. Loaded with sweet, tender crab and a bit of heat, this easy dip is ALL the best things. Grab your favorite dippers and dunk into something amazing today!
Get the recipe: Crab Rangoon Dip
Bacon-Wrapped Dates
These bite-sized apps are just about the best thing on the planet. So crazy easy to make and so unbelievably good, the salty smoky flavor of the bacon pairs so amazingly well with sweet, sticky dates. Put out a plate of these and watch them disappear!
Get the recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Marinated Mushrooms
Charcuterie boards would not be complete without some sort of marinated vegetable, and these easy Marinated Mushrooms really deliver big flavor! The pickle-y tang of them really balances sweet cocktails, making them a match made in sipping and snacking heaven.
Get the recipe: Marinated Mushrooms
Beer Cheese Dip
Cocktails wouldn’t be complete without this thick, creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-good Beer Cheese Dip! Serve it with fresh pretzels or the dried crunchy ones and enjoy the big, bold flavor. The beer tang really compliments cocktails, making this the perfect dip for sharing and sipping.
Get the recipe: Beer Cheese Dip
Chicken Tortilla Cups
Ready in under 10 minutes, you only need a handful of ingredients to make these flavor-packed bite-sized crunchy, meaty, cheesy delights! So easy and so popular, these are sure to disappear fast!
Get the recipe: Chicken Tortilla Cups
Bacon & Mushroom Tartlets
Perfect for cocktail parties, gatherings, or as an appetizer, Bacon & Mushroom Tartlets are delish! Packed with bacon, mushrooms, cheese, and more, each bite is perfectly balanced and oh-so good!
Get the recipe: Bacon & Mushroom Tartlets
Pork Stuffed-Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers (featured image)
Fire up the flavor machine and serve a platter of these incredible appetizers to your cocktail buddies! These are so incredibly good! They’re spicy, smoky, meaty, cheesy, and perfect with any kind of drink or beer.
Get the recipe: Pork Stuffed-Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers