Whether you’re watching your favorite college team or are hosting a Super Bowl party, this crowd-pleasing football party menu will be a winner.
With these sporty snacks, main dishes for a crowd, plus delicious drinks and easy make-ahead dessert ideas, get ready to accept the trophy for entertainer of the year.
While some may say the winter holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, I’m partial to the crisp autumn air, the audible sighs of a can of beer being cracked open, and the warm-your-bones feeling of diving into a big bowl of chili. That’s right, in my opinion, gridiron season is the best season of all!
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2-Ingredient Barbecue Little Smokies
My play book for football party appetizer success: 2 ingredients + zero prep. The results? 100% addictive. That’s the promise my little smokies deliver on! I always have a batch on the stove or in the slow cooker for every game, home or away.
More shareable snacks
Appetizer Recipes
Jarcuterie
This appetizer recipe idea is more than a trend! Jarcuterie, or single-serving charcuterie assembled in a jar, is ideal for parties, potlucks, or even food gifts. What started as a food trend during the pandemic…
Appetizer Recipes
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Appetizer Recipes
Easy Taco Dip
Appetizer Recipes
Easy Dill Dip
Appetizer Recipes
Irish Nachos (Potato Nachos)
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Notice a theme? The slow cooker is my football party MVP. Not only does it allow you to get a head start on meal prep, but the set-and-forget appliance also allows everyone to serve themselves whenever they’re hungry.
A chili bar is always a successful strategy for large gatherings: simply set out a big bowl of tortilla chips, plenty of shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, sliced or diced avocado, and sour cream so each fan can garnish as desired.
More main dish ideas
Appetizer Recipes
Turkey Roll Ups (Costco Copycat)
Make your own Turkey Roll Ups at home, just like the ones at Costco. They are so easy to make, cheaper, AND tastier than the store-bought version! One of my good friends was recently planning…
Grilling and Smoker Recipes
Chili Dogs
Soup and Stew Recipes
Sweet Potato Chili with Black Beans
Grilling and Smoker Recipes
Wisconsin Beer Brats
Sandwich Recipes
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Puppy Chow
A must on every tailgating menu or holiday menu in the Midwest, I rarely host any occasion without a big batch of this 15-minutes, no-bake dessert.
Coated in melted chocolate and peanut butter, then dusted with powdered sugar, this 28-serving recipe will delight fans of all ages.
Serve in single-serving cups or jars for an easy grab-and-go treat (and feel free to toss in M & M candies that match your team’s colors, if you like!).
More sweet treats
Cookie and Bar Recipes
Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Your new favorite chewy, soft chocolate chip cookies. Under-bake them slightly so they come out with crispy edges and soft centers. Plus all the info you need to freeze cookie dough for later. I think…
Cookie and Bar Recipes
Potato Chip Cookies
Cookie and Bar Recipes
Scotcheroos
Candy Recipes
No Bake Peanut Butter Balls
Candy Recipes
Circus Cookie Balls
Jello Shots
Speaking of team colors, root, root for the home team by tinting these playful Jello Shots to match your mascot. The mini cocktails can be spiked with vodka, tequila, gin, or even bourbon to keep everyone in good spirits all four quarters.
Of course, a cooler of beer is a great teammate for any football party, too.
Bonus beverage pairings
Drink Recipes
Bloody Marys
Cocktail Recipes
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Cocktail Recipes
The Best Moscow Mule
Drink Recipes
Mulled Cider
No matter who wins the game, you’ll score an entertaining touchdown if you share any (or all) of these easy party recipes with your squad. Happy hosting!
Very good keep up the great work!!!!