12 Easy Valentine's Day Finger Foods and Appetizers for Parties
Host the ultimate celebration of love with these delightful and easy Valentine's Day finger foods. Perfect for parties, these appetizers are as beautiful as they are delicious and easy to prepare.
Heart-Shaped Caprese Skewers
A romantic twist on a classic Italian appetizer using heart-shaped mozzarella and juicy tomatoes.
Ingredients
- •12 Cherry tomatoes
- •12 Mozzarella pearls
- •Fresh basil leaves
- •Balsamic glaze
- •Sea salt
- •Black pepper
Method
- 1
Slice mozzarella pearls into heart shapes using a small metal cutter.
- 2
Thread one cherry tomato, a folded basil leaf, and a mozzarella heart onto a small bamboo toothpick.
- 3
Arrange on a serving platter.
- 4
Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze.
- 5
Sprinkle with sea salt and fresh black pepper just before serving.
Puff Pastry Heart Tarts
Flaky and savory puff pastry hearts topped with rich fig jam and creamy goat cheese.
Ingredients
- •1 sheet puff pastry
- •1/2 cup fig jam
- •4 oz goat cheese
- •1 egg
- •Fresh thyme leaves
Method
- 1
Thaw the puff pastry and cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- 2
Score a smaller heart border inside each piece using a knife.
- 3
Spread a teaspoon of fig jam in the center and top with crumbled goat cheese.
- 4
Brush the edges with a beaten egg wash.
- 5
Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes until golden and puffed.
- 6
Garnish with fresh thyme.
Strawberry Balsamic Bruschetta
Sweet strawberries meet tangy balsamic glaze on crispy baguette slices for a perfect balance.
Ingredients
- •1 baguette
- •8 oz fresh strawberries sliced
- •1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- •2 tablespoons honey
- •Balsamic glaze
Method
- 1
Slice the baguette and toast the rounds until they are lightly golden.
- 2
Spread a thick layer of creamy ricotta cheese on each slice.
- 3
Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the ricotta.
- 4
Drizzle with a combination of honey and balsamic glaze.
- 5
Serve immediately while the bread is still crunchy.
Cranberry Brie Bites
Melted brie and tart cranberry sauce nestled in a crunchy, bite-sized phyllo shell.
Ingredients
- •15 mini phyllo shells
- •5 oz Brie cheese
- •1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- •1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Method
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
Place the phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
- 3
Cut the brie into small cubes and place one cube inside each shell.
- 4
Top each cube with a teaspoon of cranberry sauce and a few walnuts.
- 5
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes
Bite-sized red velvet cakes topped with a classic cream cheese frosting and heart decorations.
Ingredients
- •1 box red velvet cake mix
- •1 cup water
- •1/3 cup oil
- •3 eggs
- •1 tub cream cheese frosting
- •Heart sprinkles
Method
- 1
Mix the cake ingredients and fill a mini cupcake liner halfway.
- 2
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 to 15 minutes.
- 3
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- 4
Pipe a swirl of cream cheese frosting on each cupcake.
- 5
Top with red and pink heart-shaped sprinkles.
Pink Beet Hummus Dip
A vibrant pink dip served with heart-shaped pita bread for a healthy and festive snack.
Ingredients
- •1 can chickpeas
- •1 medium roasted beet
- •2 tablespoons tahini
- •2 tablespoons lemon juice
- •1 clove garlic
- •Pita bread
Method
- 1
Blend the chickpeas, roasted beet, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor until smooth.
- 2
Season with salt to taste.
- 3
Cut pita bread into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- 4
Toast the pita hearts in the oven until crisp.
- 5
Serve the pink hummus in a bowl surrounded by the pita hearts.
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Elegant asparagus spears wrapped in salty prosciutto ham and roasted to perfection.
Ingredients
- •1 lb asparagus spears
- •6 oz prosciutto slices
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •1/4 cup grated parmesan
Method
- 1
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears.
- 2
Cut prosciutto slices in half lengthwise.
- 3
Wrap one strip of prosciutto around each asparagus spear in a spiral.
- 4
Lay them on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- 5
Sprinkle with parmesan and roast at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes.
Smoked Salmon Crostini
Sophisticated crostini topped with herbed cream cheese and delicate ribbons of smoked salmon.
Ingredients
- •12 crostini rounds
- •4 oz cream cheese
- •4 oz smoked salmon
- •Fresh dill
- •1 tablespoon capers
Method
- 1
Spread a generous layer of cream cheese on each crostini.
- 2
Fold a small strip of smoked salmon and place it on top of the cheese.
- 3
Garnish with a small sprig of fresh dill.
- 4
Add two or three capers to each crostini for a salty finish.
- 5
Arrange on a chilled platter.
Shrimp Cocktail Cups
Individual servings of chilled shrimp served in mini glasses with zesty cocktail sauce.
Ingredients
- •24 cooked chilled shrimp
- •1 cup cocktail sauce
- •2 lemons
- •Fresh parsley
Method
- 1
Distribute the cocktail sauce into 12 small shooter glasses.
- 2
Slice lemons into thin wedges and cut a small slit in each.
- 3
Place a lemon wedge on the rim of each glass.
- 4
Hang two chilled shrimp over the edge of each glass.
- 5
Garnish with a leaf of fresh parsley in the sauce.
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Sweet dates stuffed with crunchy almonds and wrapped in crispy, savory bacon.
Ingredients
- •12 Medjool dates
- •12 whole almonds
- •6 slices bacon
- •2 tablespoons maple syrup
Method
- 1
Pit the dates by slicing them lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- 2
Stuff one whole almond into each date.
- 3
Cut bacon slices in half and wrap one piece around each date, securing with a toothpick.
- 4
Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 20 minutes until bacon is crisp.
- 5
Brush with maple syrup during the last 2 minutes of baking.
Heart Shaped Mini Pizzas
Personal sized pizzas shaped like hearts, topped with cheese and mini pepperoni.
Ingredients
- •1 lb pizza dough
- •1 cup marinara sauce
- •2 cups mozzarella cheese
- •1/2 cup mini pepperoni
Method
- 1
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface.
- 2
Use a large heart-shaped cutter to create individual crusts.
- 3
Spread a layer of marinara sauce on each heart.
- 4
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and mini pepperoni.
- 5
Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes until the crust is golden.
Goat Cheese Stuffed Strawberries
Fresh strawberries hollowed and filled with a sweet and creamy goat cheese mixture.
Ingredients
- •15 large strawberries
- •4 oz goat cheese
- •2 tablespoons honey
- •1/4 cup crushed pistachios
Method
- 1
Wash strawberries and cut off the stem end so they can stand upright.
- 2
Use a small paring knife or huller to hollow out the center of each strawberry.
- 3
In a bowl, whip the goat cheese with honey until smooth.
- 4
Pipe the cheese mixture into the strawberries using a pastry bag.
- 5
Dip the cheese tops into crushed pistachios.
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Wrapping Up
Whether you're hosting a Galentine's brunch or a romantic evening, these appetizers will surely steal the heart of every guest at your Valentine's celebration.