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80 Super Bowl Food Ideas for the Ultimate Game Day Party

super bowl food dishes on a table

super bowl food dishes on a table

For some people, Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest party of the year. And while you can’t guarantee a win for your team, you can make sure you have a winning Super Bowl party spread. Luckily, we have tons of ideas for Super Bowl food, from super bowl appetizers to Game Day snacks to drinks perfect for watching football and more. Your Super Bowl party this year could feature Game Day classics like party dips, finger foods, chicken wings and other goodies that are sure to be a hit with the whole crew. We even have vegetarian options and vegan dishes so everyone can find something to enjoy on this list of delicious game day eats.

Luckily, many of these Super Bowl recipes come together in the air fryer or slow cooker, leaving your stove and oven free for other dishes. And some of them, like veggie-packed salsas and dips require no cooking at all. Because we know you’ve got more important things to focus on, like cheering for your team (well, okay, really just cheering for the halftime show and the commercials, but that still counts!)

With these Super Bowl food ideas in your back pocket, it’s sure to be a party to remember.

air fryer jalapeño poppers

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Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeño poppers are the ideal Super Bowl snack. And these cheesy ones come together in an air fryer, making them an easy appetizer as well.

Get the Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers recipe.

RELATED: 57 Easy Air Fryer Recipes That Are Fast and Super Delicious

buffalo cauliflower bites

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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Who needs chicken wings when you have these saucy, spicy bites and a flavorful blue cheese dip? They’ll be gone before you know it.

Get the Buffalo Cauliflower Bites recipe.

tostones with cilantro dip

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Air Fryer Tostones with Cilantro Dip

Another Super Bowl snack that comes together in an air fryer are these crunchy tostones. Don’t forget the mojo dip, a creamy mix of avocado, cilantro, scallion and serrano.

Get the Air Fryer Tostones with Cilantro Dip recipe.

grilled shrimp on skewers with a side of cocktail sauce

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Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

Fire up the grill for this smoky, flavor-packed appetizer. The cocktail sauce brings the heat with plenty of horseradish and Worcestershire sauce.

Get the Grilled Shrimp Cocktail recipe.

RELATED: 30 Seriously Easy Shrimp Recipes

coca cola chicken wings on a white plate

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Coca Cola Chicken Wings

These wings coated with a glaze made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger and Coca Cola are the definition of finger-licking good.

Get the Coca Cola Chicken Wings recipe.

roasted potatoes on a sheet pan

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Crispy Roasted Potatoes

These potatoes are perfectly crunchy on the outside while still staying nice and fluffy inside. Top them with cheese, herbs, salsa, or whatever you have on hand.

Get the Crispy Roasted Potatoes recipe.

beef empanadas on a blue baking pan

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Beef Empanadas

When you stuff flaky dough with meat and spices, it’s hard to go wrong! These ones also feature pimiento-stuffed olives for a special touch.

Get the Beef Empanadas recipe.

delicata squash pizza

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Delicata Squash Pizza

Skip delivery pizza this year. Instead, go for this white pizza made with two different kinds of cheese and topped with squash and roasted onions.

Get the Delicata Squash Pizza recipe.

ropa vieja with pork, beans, and rice

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Ropa Vieja

This cozy Cuban dish comes together largely in a slow cooker, making it a perfect choice for game day.

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jammy pie twists

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Jammy Pie Twists

Pull out your leftover pie dough from its place in the freezer for this sweet snack. You only need five ingredients!

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tzatziki sauce in a green bowl

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Tzatziki

Put out this creamy dip with some veggie sticks and crackers for a super easy game day snack.

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cheesy garlic bread on parchment paper

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Cheesy Garlic Bread

Garlic bread is always going to be a crowd pleaser. And when it’s made with fluffy focaccia and butter infused with Dijon mustard and lemon, it’ll be gone before you know it.

Get the Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe.

marinated feta cheese on a plate

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Marinated Feta

Take your cheese plate to the next level with some warmed oil and aromatics over briny, crumbly feta. It feels fancy, but it’s very easy to pull together.

Get the Marinated Feta recipe.

roasted artichokes

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Roasted Artichokes

If you need an easy app, look no further. This one comes together using just five ingredients, most of which you probably already have on hand.

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zesty seasoned popcorn

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Zesty Seasoned Popcorn

Take your regular popcorn up a notch by adding seasonings like furikake and lemon zest or cumin, paprika, and coriander.

Get the Zesty Seasoned Popcorn recipe.

pork, pineapple and onion skewers

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Pork, Pineapple, and Onion Skewers

These bring together savory pork, sweet pineapple, and spicy jalapeños under a delicious garlic-ginger teriyaki sauce. If you’re serving a larger group, you can double the recipe or simply make shorter skewers.

Get the Pork, Pineapple, and Onion Skewers recipe.

gingery pork meatball subs

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Gingery Pork Meatball Subs

Meatball subs are a classic Super Bowl food. Mix things up this year with these meatballs made with fresh ginger and topped with sweet chili sauce.

Get the Gingery Pork Meatball Subs recipe.

margherita pizza muffin

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Margherita Muffin

Who needs pizza by the slice when you can have these personal pizzas? Just top English muffins with cheese and veggies for an easy game day snack.

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chicken taquitos with pico de gallo on top

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Chicken Taquitos

This easy game day favorite is sure to be a hit with any crew. You can even make it vegetarian by swapping in corn for the shredded chicken.

Get the Chicken Taquitos recipe.

onion flatbread

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Onion Flatbread

This flavor-packed flatbread features yellow onion, red onion, and fennel, along with fontina and provolone cheeses.

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air fryer meatball sub

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Air Fryer Meatball Sub

Make this crowd pleaser even easier in the air fryer.

Get the Air Fryer Meatball Sub recipe.

pepperoni pizza dip

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Pizza Dip

For a fun take on a classic pie, dip sliced bread into an ooey-gooey dip, made with layers of sour cream, cream cheese, mozzarella, sauce and pizza spices.

Get the Pizza Dip recipe.

ultimate stacked sandwiches cali club cuban reuben blt wedge

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Ultimate Stacked Sandwiches

Don’t just serve one sandwich, serve three:

Cali Club: whole-grain bread, avocado, grilled chicken cutlets, arugula, green goddess dressing

Cuban Reuben: seeded rye bread, honey mustard, shredded rotisserie chicken, thinly sliced ham, Swiss cheese, sliced pickles

BLT Wedge: Pullman or sourdough, blue cheese dressing, iceberg lettuce, sliced cooked chicken, pickled red onion, bacon, tomato

grilled chicken wings with green onions on top

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Grilled Chicken Wings

The marinade on these wings is perfectly sweet, spicy, smokey, and tangy — and even has a boozy finish thanks to a splash of Jack Daniel’s.

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roasted red pepper hummus in a bowl

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Sneak some veggies into game day with this deliciously creamy dip.

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RELATED: 50 Surprisingly Healthy Super Bowl Recipes That Are Irresistibly Delicious

roasted cauliflower tacos with quick spicy vegan slaw

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Roasted Cauliflower Tacos

Set out a vegetarian option that’s every bit as delicious as the meaty mains.

Get the Roasted Cauliflower Tacos recipe.

RELATED: 40 Easy Vegetarian Recipes for the Whole Family

cowboy caviar in a bowl with chips

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Cowboy Caviar

Make this colorful crowd-pleaser in advance, so that all of the flavors have enough time to really come to life.

Get the Cowboy Caviar recipe.

chili dogs with cheese and red onions as toppings

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Chili Dogs

Chili is a classic for the Super Bowl, but serving it with hot dogs? That’s a win!

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spinach artichoke tartines on a white plate

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Spinach Artichoke Tartines

Add more oomph to your favorite party dip by spreading it atop a slice of toasted bread.

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muhammara dip

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Muhammara Dip

Scoop up this fiery red dip with pita chips, crackers or bread. Or just eat it by the spoonful, if you must.

Get the Muhammara Dip recipe.