3-Ingredient Appetizers Everyone Will Be Talking About the Day After Your Party

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With the holiday season in full swing, there are so many reasons to gather together and celebrate. If you are hosting this year, make it extra easy on yourself with some super simple appetizers.

Tasty snacks are the life of any party, but nobody wants to be stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is having fun. Having plenty of finger foods, creamy dips and salty snacks will keep all of your guests happy and full. Here are 20 easy appetizers sure to be a huge hit, all with only three ingredients!

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What Are the Different Types of Appetizers?

Party food can truly be whatever you want it to be—from small bites to sandwiches and everything in between.

That being said, there are seven categories most party appetizers fall into:

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When it comes to party food, it doesn't get much easier than only three ingredients in each dish, but don't think for a second any of these apps are lacking in flavor!

Bacon and Chive Pinwheels are creamy, smoky and delicious. The Cranberry Brie Bites look super fancy, so you look like a real party pro. And the Cheesy Pizza Pretzels are completely genius.

If you're hosting a party over the next few weeks, don't stress out. Remember to keep it simple, keep it fun and enjoy it as much as your guests will, thanks to some three-ingredient appetizers!

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3-Ingredient Holiday Appetizers

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