Are you looking for some make ahead freezer appetizers to serve at your party?
Here’s a list of 30+ quick, easy & freezable appetizers that you can thaw on the day of the party.

Throwing a party is stressful. You have to worry about getting the food, drinks, and decorations sorted, and then you have to actually cook everything on the day.
Not to mention the fact that you’re trying to entertain your guests at the same time! It’s no wonder so many people choose to just order in or go out instead.
Make ahead freezer appetizers are your solution for making the day of the party way less stressful! You can cook them ahead of time and then just pop them in the freezer until you’re ready to serve them. They’ll be fresh and delicious – no one will know they were made ahead of time.
30+ Make Ahead Freezer Appetizers
Here’s a list of my favorite freezer friendly appetizers that will delight your party guests. From various meatballs to cheesy snacks, these thaw and serve appetizers are a real crowd pleaser at any time of the year.
Most of these easy make-ahead appetizers can be cooked, stored in an airtight container, or frozen in a single layer on a baking sheet and then wrapped in plastic wrap or placed into a freezer bag.
1. Pepperoni Bread
Delicious homemade pizza dough stuffed with pepperoni and mozzarella cheese. This delicious bread appetizer is so good when served with some marinara sauce.
It also freezes really well and can be stored in and airtight container, in your freezer for up to 4 months. Once you are ready to serve, just thaw at room temp for 1-2 hours and heat in an oven or a microwave until warmed through.

Recipe: Chef Savy
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2. Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Buffalo chicken meatballs are the perfect easy way to satisfy your buffalo chicken wings cravings. They also make the perfect appetizer for game day or pretty much any party.
The buffalo sauce flavor is front and center, delivering all the deliciousness you love in a convenient, meatball form.
This easy appetizer also freezes well and all you need to do is freeze the meatballs in a single layer until frozen solid and then transfer them to a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
Just thaw them overnight before your party and reheat them before serving.

Recipe: Budget Delicious
3. Crab Ragoon
Crispy wonton wrappers filled with cream cheese and crab meat. Simply freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet and then transfer to a zip lock bag and freeze them for up to 3 months.

Recipe: The Perfect Tide
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4. Frozen Chocolate Banana Bites
Looking for a sweet appetizer you can make ahead and freeze? This healthy appetizer recipe or banana bites is the one for you!
Freeze them in a single layer and transfer them to a zip lock bag and on the day of your party simply thaw them at room temperature and serve.

Recipe: Appetizer-Addiction
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5. Bacon-Wrapped Dates
What do you get when you combine bacon, blue cheese, and dates? The perfect party appetizer! These easy-to-make bacon wrapped dates are the perfect addition to your next dinner party or holiday gatherings.
You can also freeze them in an airtight container for up to a month and simply thaw and warm up before serving.

Recipe: Fantabulosity
6. Strawberry Cream Cheese Phyllo Cups

Recipe: Alekas Get-Together
7. Tofu Egg Rolls
Tasty egg rolls made with simple ingredients. These ultra-crispy morsels of deliciousness are baked instead of fried making them a healthy vegan option for an appetizer or a side dish. And, they are also freezer-friendly, so you can always have some in your freezer, just waiting to be served!

Recipe: My Plantiful Cooking
8. Bacon Wrapped Waterchestnuts
Recipe: Julie’s Eats and Treats
9. Parmesan Focaccia
Parmesan Focaccia is the lovechild of Italian bread and pizza – crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and full of delicious Parmesan flavor. Whether you’re enjoying it as an appetizer or a main course, this dish is sure to leave you satisfied.

Recipe: Cooking With Mamma C
10. Vegan Chickpea Patties
With these vegan chickpea patties, you’ll get all the flavor and none of the guilt!
They’re also incredibly easy to make – just mix everything together and fry them up. You’ll have a delicious and crispy patty in just 15 minutes.
Freeze and store them in a freezer bag and when you are ready to serve, simply let them thaw for an hour and then heat them in the oven for 5-8 minutes.

Recipe: My Plantiful Cooking
11. Cheddar Zucchini Fritters
These Cheddar Zucchini Fritters are the perfect appetizer for your next party! Fresh zucchini and cheddar cheese are combined to create a delicious and easy-to-make snack. Best of all, they’re always a hit with guests!
You can also freeze them for up to 3 months and bake them right from frozen.

Recipe: Cup of Zest
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12. Pigs In a Blanket
These Pigs In a Blanket are the perfect appetizer for any party! They’re easy to make and only require two ingredients – puff pastry or crescent dough and hot dogs (or cocktail sausages).
You can wrap the hot dogs in the dough ahead of time and then freeze them. When you’re ready to cook them, just increase the cooking time by a minute or so on each side.

Recipe: Fantabulosity
13. Meatball Bites
I love serving meatballs as appetizers since they are tasty, satisfying and so simple to serve and clean to eat by simply sticking a toothpick through them and serving them on a platter.
They also freeze incredibly well and are quick to reheat prior to serving.

Recipe: Bit N Giggles
14. Spanakopita Triangles
A traditional Greek appetizer or a snack that’s typically served at almost every gathering. These easy appetizers are made with feta cheese, ricotta, and spinach that’s then wrapped in flaky phyllo dough.
To freeze, lay them in a single layer and once solid, add them into a large freezer bag or a container and freeze for up to 8 weeks.
Recipe: Aleka’s Get-Together
15. Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
If you’re looking for a cheesy, gooey snack that’s utterly delicious, look no further than Air Fryer Pizza Rolls. I love making this delicious appetizer in a huge batch to always have at hand for unexpected guests as they freeze for up to 6 months!

Recipe: Broke Bank Vegan
16. Maryland Crab Cakes
These Maryland Crab Cakes are the best crab cakes you’ll ever taste! Made with flaky lump crab meat, lemon, fresh herbs, and Old Bay seasoning, and then served with a tasty lemon aioli to perfectly complement the crab cakes.
Baked crab cakes can also be frozen. Cool the cakes completely and freeze them in an airtight container for 2-3 months. Defrost and reheat in the oven until warm through.
Recipe: Lemon Blossoms
17. Vegetarian Potato Curry Puffs
These Asian empanadas freeze super well. Spiced but not spicy, they’re the perfect make ahead appetizer for a party!

Recipe: Greedy Girl Gourmet
18. Spinach Artichoke Cups
The classic spinach artichoke dip turned into a bite-sized appetizer.

Recipe: Vegan Huggs
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19. Hush Puppies
Crunchy on the outside, yet light and fluffy on the inside. This style restaurant-style, winning appetizer can easily be made at home in just 20 minutes and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Recipe: Baking Beauty
20. Reuben Egg Rolls

Recipe: Little Sunny Kitchen
21. Cranberry Brie Bites

Recipe: Little Sunny Kitchen
22. Cauliflower Pakoras

Recipe: Emily Leary
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23. Chicken Steak Fingers

Recipe: How to This and That
24. Flautas (Chicken Taquitos)

Recipe: Aleka’s Get-Together
25. Chicken Bacon Ranch Taquitos

Recipe: Then It Dawned on Me
26. Freezer-Friendly Cheese Ball

Recipe: A Pinch of Adventure
27. Sloppy Joe & Mac and Cheese Bombs

Recipe: Simply Well Balanced
28. Cheeseburger Muffins

Recipe: Simply Stacie
29. Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

Recipe: Get on My Plate
30. Taco Sticks

Recipe: Princess Pinky Girl
31. Mozzarella Sticks
These golden and cheesy mozzarella sticks are the ultimate comfort food appetizer that is a crowd favoite and they will disappear so quickly from the party table!
This is one of my all time favorite recipes when it comes to freezer appetizers and it’s a great appetizer to make months ahead and keep in your freezer for the perfect last minute party snack.

Recipe down below
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30+ Make Ahead Freezer Appetizers
Are you looking for some make ahead freezer appetizers to serve at your party? Here's a list of 31 quick, easy & freezable appetizers that you can thaw on the day of the party.
Ingredients
- 1 package (16 oz) of mozzarella cheese sticks
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp italian seasoning
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Whisk up the eggs in a small bowl.
- Place the bread crumbs and Italian seasoning into another bowl and stir to combine.
- Dip each mozzarella cheese stick into the egg mix, the breadcrumb mix, and then set aside on a plate. Do this until all sticks are coated.
- Once that is done, do a second coat for extra crisp mozzarella sticks.
- Freeze them in a single layer for 2 hours and then fry in a heavy bottom saucepan for about 3 minutes until golden.
- To Freeze: lay the sticks on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for 2 hours until solid. Then transfer to a zip lock bag or a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 2 months and then reheat from frozen.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 173Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 277mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 7g
And there you have it! 31 freeze ahead party food recipes that everyone will love.
Do you have some favorite appetizers that I didn’t include? Let me know in the comments below.


