15 Game Day Finger Foods for the Win!

No matter who wins the game, you’ll come out on top with these 15 ideas for healthy gluten-free game day finger foods and appetizers.

Looking forward to the big game? Not into it? Whether you love watching the game or not, getting together with family or friends is fun.  Sharing tasty snacks with them makes for an even better day!

Here are 15 ideas for Game Day finger foods and appetizers your friends will love. From dips to food on a stick, wings, stuffed ‘shrooms and crab cakes, there is something for everyone. And they’re all gluten-free!

Hot Appetizers

Provide a mix of hot and cold appetizers. Serve these ones hot:  Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Chicken Satay, Thai Turkey Cocktail Meatballs, Chicken Yakitori Skewers, Stuffed Mushrooms and Crab Cakes.

Cold Appetizers

You can make cold appetizers well ahead of time and have them ready and waiting. For example, these ones are always popular and scooped up:  Pico de Gallo and Classic Guacamole with Chips, Smoked Salmon Whipped Feta Dip with Veggies, Bacon and Chive Jalapeño Dip, and an antipasto platter filled with assorted charcuterie and cheese.

Last Minute Appetizers

No time to cook? Whip up a batch of Authentic Guacamole or one of these easy dips to serve with chips or veggies.

Scroll through this collection of the best game day snacks!

15 Game Day Finger Foods

Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates

Sweet dates, strong flavoured cheese and smoky bacon combine to make this always popular bacon wrapped stuffed dates appetizer.

Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates

Smoked Salmon Feta Dip

This Smoked Salmon Feta Dip or spread is made with feta and sour cream and flavoured with lemon and dill. It's a classic appetizer that you can make ahead. Low-carb.

Smoked Salmon Feta Dip

Blistered Shishito Peppers with Miso Aioli Dip

Blistered Shishito Peppers with Miso Aioli Dip make a fun finger food appetizer. Skillet roasted on the stove top, smoky charred shishito peppers are mild but tasty.

Blistered Shishito Peppers with Miso Aioli Dip

Spicy Thai Turkey Cocktail Meatballs with Dipping Sauce

These spicy Thai Turkey Cocktail Meatballs are quick to mix, baked in the oven and served with store-bought Sweet Thai Chili Sauce for dipping.

Spicy Thai Turkey Cocktail Meatballs with Dipping Sauce

Cranberry Glazed Chili Chicken Wings

Simmer sweet chili sauce, tart cranberries and mellow onions to make these Cranberry Glazed Chili Chicken Wings for your next party.

Cranberry Glazed Chili Chicken Wings

Easy Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers

These Easy Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers are traditional Japanese food, grilled and basted with a sweet and savoury sauce and topped with a zesty sesame-lemon sprinkle.

Easy Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers

Garlic Lovers' Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Bite-sized mushroom caps, stuffed with garlic, herbs, blue cheese (or other strong cheese) make these Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Easy to make gluten-free.

Garlic Lovers' Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

These Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese stuffed mushrooms are an easy appetizer, perfect for parties year round. Gluten-free, too!

Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Pico de Gallo (Fresh Salsa)

An easy recipe for pico de gallo, also known as salsa fresca or fresh salsa. Made with tomatoes, peppers, onions, cilantro and lime, this is a popular healthy snack to serve with chips, on tacos, or with grilled meats.

Pico de Gallo (Fresh Salsa)

Quick Chunky Guacamole

This recipe for chunky guacamole takes only 5 minutes to make. Serve with tortilla chips, as a dip for fresh vegetables, as a sandwich spread or with tacos.

Quick Chunky Guacamole

5-Minute Bacon and Chive Jalapeño Dip

This Keto 5-Minute Bacon and Chive Jalapeño Dip is easy to make in a blender. It goes with almost anything and is quick to mix at the last minute!

5-Minute Bacon and Chive Jalapeño Dip

Bangkok Crab Cakes with Spicy Dip

Serve these Thai Crab Cakes with Spicy Dip as an appetizer. They're perfect with any meal, but especially with other Thai-inspired dishes.

Bangkok Crab Cakes with Spicy Dip

Thai Shrimp Cakes with Mango Dipping Sauce

If you like crab cakes, you'll love these Thai Shrimp Cakes, aka Shrimp Fritters or Prawn Cakes. Crisp Panko coating keeps them tender and moist. Don't miss the Mango Dip! Gluten-free.

Thai Shrimp Cakes with Mango Dipping Sauce

Simple Singapore Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

 This Chicken Satay makes a great appetizer or a light meal, when served with some crunchy veggies. It's crisp and spicy and it's a perfect choice for a barbecue, a party or a simple weeknight meal. 

Simple Singapore Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

How to Make an Antipasto Platter

Start your dinner Italian style! Here are 6 tips for how to make an Antipasto Platter that will meet everyone's needs and let you enjoy your guests.

How to Make an Antipasto Platter

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