Super Bowl Menu Ideas: Snacks to Cheer Your Team

Buffalo Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
2. Season wings with salt, pepper, and paprika. Arrange on the wire rack.
3. Bake for 45-50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.
4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add hot sauce, vinegar, and garlic powder. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
5. Toss baked wings in the sauce until evenly coated. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients:

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix olive oil, soy sauce, honey, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Coat drumsticks in the marinade and place on the baking sheet.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and cooked through.

Meatballs in BBQ Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs.
3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
4. Simmer BBQ sauce in a pan. Add cooked meatballs and toss to coat.

Mini Sliders (Beef, Chicken, or Veggie)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, chicken, or veggie patty mix
• 12 slider buns
• Cheese slices, lettuce, tomato, and condiments

Instructions:

1. Form ground meat or veggie mix into 12 small patties.
2. Cook on a grill or skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Assemble sliders with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and condiments.

Stuffed Jalapeños

Ingredients:

• 12 large jalapeños
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice jalapeños lengthwise and remove seeds.
3. Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon. Fill each jalapeño.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.

Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

• 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten

Instructions:

1. Cut mozzarella sticks in half. Dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat in breadcrumbs.
2. Freeze for 30 minutes.
3. Fry in hot oil (375°F) until golden brown. Serve with marinara sauce.

Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients:

• 4 large baked potatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• Green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cut potatoes in half and scoop out the centers.
2. Fill with cheese and bacon. Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes.
3. Top with sour cream and green onions.

Fried Pickles

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pickle slices
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

1. Dip pickles in flour, buttermilk, then breadcrumbs.
2. Fry in hot oil until golden brown. Serve with ranch dressing.

Pigs in a Blanket

Ingredients:

• 1 can crescent roll dough
• 12 mini sausages

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Wrap dough around each sausage.
3. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.

Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 12 large mushrooms
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup cream cheese
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Remove mushroom stems. Sauté spinach and mix with cheeses.
2. Fill mushrooms and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.

Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab

Ingredients:

• 12 large mushroom caps
• 1 cup lump crab meat
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Remove stems from mushrooms and set caps aside.
3. Mix crab meat, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, and Parmesan.
4. Fill each mushroom cap with the mixture.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 cup cocktail sauce

Instructions:

1. Bring a pot of water to boil. Add lemon slices and Old Bay seasoning.
2. Boil shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink.
3. Chill shrimp in ice water. Serve with cocktail sauce.

Chicken Wings with Different Sauces

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• Sauces: Buffalo, BBQ, Honey Garlic, Lemon Pepper

Instructions:

1. Bake or fry chicken wings until crispy.
2. Divide wings into batches and toss each in your chosen sauce. Serve immediately.

Crab Cakes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lump crab meat
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients gently, forming patties.
2. Heat oil in a skillet and fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

Egg Rolls

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup cooked ground pork or chicken
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 8 egg roll wrappers

Instructions:

1. Mix cabbage, carrots, meat, and soy sauce.
2. Place filling on each wrapper, roll tightly, and seal edges with water.
3. Fry in hot oil until golden brown.

Stuffed Mini Peppers

Ingredients:

• 12 mini bell peppers
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice peppers in half and remove seeds.
2. Mix cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon. Stuff peppers with the mixture.
3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted.

Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Ingredients:

• 12 pitted dates
• 6 slices of bacon, halved
• 1/4 cup goat cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Stuff dates with goat cheese (if using).
2. Wrap each date in half a slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick.
3. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Marinate shrimp in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
2. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side.

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Mix flour and water to make a batter.
2. Coat cauliflower in the batter and bake for 20 minutes.
3. Toss baked florets in Buffalo sauce and bake for another 10 minutes.

Crispy Chickpeas

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss chickpeas with olive oil and spices.
2. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until crispy.

Nachos (Cheese, Beef, Chicken, or Veggie)

Ingredients:

• Tortilla chips
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Optional toppings: ground beef, chicken, beans, jalapeños, sour cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange chips on a baking sheet.
2. Sprinkle cheese and toppings. Bake for 10 minutes until cheese melts.

Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Paprika for garnish

Instructions:

1. Slice eggs in half and remove yolks.
2. Mix yolks with mayonnaise and mustard. Fill egg whites with the mixture.
3. Sprinkle with paprika.

 

Caprese Skewers

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Fresh mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze
• Salt and pepper
• Skewers

Instructions:

1. Thread cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves onto skewers.
2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve fresh.

BBQ Chicken Taquitos

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 10 small flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Mix chicken, BBQ sauce, and cheese.
2. Spoon filling onto tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy.

Cheese-Stuffed Breadsticks

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough
• Mozzarella cheese sticks
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Garlic powder and parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut dough into strips.
2. Wrap each dough strip around a cheese stick, sealing edges.
3. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley.
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

Garlic Bread with Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice bread in half lengthwise.
2. Mix melted butter with garlic and brush onto bread.
3. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley. Bake for 10-12 minutes until bubbly.

Veggie Platter with Dip

Ingredients:

• Assorted vegetables: carrots, celery, bell peppers, broccoli, cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup ranch or hummus for dipping

Instructions:

1. Wash and cut vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
2. Arrange attractively on a platter with the dip in the center.

Charcuterie Board

Ingredients:

• Assorted cured meats: salami, prosciutto
• Cheese: brie, cheddar, gouda
• Crackers and breadsticks
• Fruits: grapes, dried apricots, berries
• Nuts: almonds, walnuts
• Optional: olives, honey, jams

Instructions:

1. Arrange meats, cheeses, and other ingredients on a wooden board.
2. Add crackers and fruits for a balanced presentation.

Antipasto Skewers

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Mozzarella balls
• Salami slices
• Black and green olives
• Basil leaves
• Skewers

Instructions:

1. Alternate ingredients on skewers.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar before serving.

Mini Sliders (Beef, Chicken, or Veggie)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, chicken, or veggie patty mix
• Slider buns
• Cheese slices
• Lettuce, tomato, and condiments

Instructions:

1. Form small patties and cook on a skillet or grill for 3-4 minutes per side.
2. Assemble sliders with buns, patties, cheese, and desired toppings.

Stuffed Jalapeños

Ingredients:

• 12 jalapeños, halved and seeded
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon.
2. Stuff jalapeño halves with the mixture.
3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.

Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients:

• 12 mozzarella sticks
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Coat mozzarella sticks in flour, dip in egg, and roll in breadcrumbs.
2. Freeze for 1 hour. Fry in hot oil until golden.

Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake potatoes until tender.
2. Halve and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a small layer.
3. Fill with cheese and bacon. Bake until cheese melts. Serve with sour cream and chives.

Fried Pickles

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pickle slices
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Coat pickles in flour, dip in buttermilk, and coat with breadcrumbs.
2. Fry in hot oil until crispy.