When you want to celebrate on short notice, a simple cocktail party is the perfect way to spend an evening with friends. Any of the below recipes can become your standby line-up requiring little prep time and just a few key ingredients. They will make entertaining at home almost as easy as heading out to your favorite local restaurant!
Choose recipes that scale easily so you can alter them depending on your guest list. If you’re hosting an event outside of mealtime, pick a few recipes and plan on one to two bites per person. And if you choose elegant main nibbles, try offering fun comfort foods like s’mores bites or cookie sundaes as a dessert surprise. Add a few bottles of wine or your signature “house” cocktail and you’re ready to celebrate. Cheers!
1. Baked Brie with Wine-Soaked Blackberries
Source: Lemon Tree Dwelling
2. Smoked Salmon Crostini
Source: Sweet and Savory by Shinee
3. Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Source: Damn Delicious
4. Cucumber Cups With Basil Pesto Filling
Source: Naomi Cakes
5. Rosemary Buttermilk Ranch Chicken Skewers
Source: Mom on Timeout
6. Guacamole Shrimp Bites
Source: Well Plated
7. Mini Cheese Ball Bites
Source: Five Heart Home
8. Onion and Cheese Puff Tart
Source: Jerne J Kitchen
9. S’mores Mini Dippers
Source: Kevin and Amanda
10. Ice Cream Sundae Cookie Cups
Source: Lovely Little Kitchen
