Snacks recipes

Dips, party appetizers, homemade sausages, no-bake sweets and small-batch treats for gatherings or a bite between meals. Cold, creamy dips such as BLT dip, spinach artichoke dip, creamy feta dip and 7-layer dip come together in about 10 to 20 minutes and suit game days and holiday tables. Fruit-based bites like chocolate covered strawberries and caramel apple dippers need little more than melting and dipping.

For batch cooking, the summer sausage recipes (beef, venison, and spicy versions) are made ahead and sliced for platters or lunch boxes. You will also find cookies, toffee, fudge, zucchini brownies, keto fat bombs and protein bistro boxes. Check the time in each title to match a recipe to your schedule.

Snappy Jalapeño Garlic Venison Summer Sausage

Oven Baked Venison Summer Sausage

5.00 (3 Ratings)

A spicy, firm bite defines this Snappy Jalapeño Garlic Venison Summer Sausage. Cold water keeps the fat stable for a better bind; try this batch today.

Smoky Venison Summer Sausage with Beef Fat

Smoky Venison Summer Sausage

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Dense, salty, and smoky is this Venison Summer Sausage. A specific fat-to-lean ratio prevents a dry texture; try this tried-and-true making method.

Sausage Cheese Platter with Smoked Turkey

Sausage Cheese Platter

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 30 min, this Sausage Cheese Platter is a savory appetizer. Browning the turkey sausage adds a rich smokiness that pairs with sharp cheddar.

Savory Homemade Venison Summer Sausage

Venison Summer Sausage No Casing

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 35 hours, Venison Summer Sausage. Using beef fat trim keeps the lean meat juicy, resulting in a smoky, savory snack for your next party.

Smoked Summer Sausage No Casing

Smoked Summer Sausage No Casing

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Want to make Smoked Summer Sausage at home? This beef recipe uses a cold emulsion and gradual heat to achieve a firm texture without any casings.

Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies

4.67 (6 Ratings)

A mix of brown sugar and peanut butter creates a chewy center with a crisp edge. These Peanut Butter Cookies are a great treat for the family.

Sugar Cookie Icing in 20 Minutes

Sugar Cookie Icing

4.67 (6 Ratings)

A smooth and glossy finish defines this Sugar Cookie Icing. Lemon juice ensures the glaze sets without raw eggs; try it for your next batch of treats.

Velvety Chocolate Oreo Balls

Chocolate Oreo Balls

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Looking for the best Chocolate Oreo Balls? These treats use crushed cookies and cream cheese for a dense, fudge-like center that requires no baking.

Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge with Condensed Milk

Peanut Butter Fudge

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Dense, roasted-peanut flavor fills every square of this Peanut Butter Fudge. Condensed milk sets it without a candy thermometer. Ideal for holiday trays.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls in 45 Minutes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Nut butter fillings often turn greasy when rolled. These Peanut Butter Balls stay creamy, not oily, thanks to a balanced fat ratio in the filling.

Chewy Sugar Cookie with Brown Sugar

Chewy Sugar Cookie

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Creaming butter with white and brown sugar gives this Chewy Sugar Cookie a soft center. Brown sugar keeps the middle tender; total time is 30 minutes.

Best Sugar Cookies Recipe From Scratch with Vanilla

Sugar Cookies From Scratch

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Butter, sugar, and flour make this Best Sugar Cookies Recipe From Scratch. It includes quick recipe details and takes 35 min to prepare and bake.

Broccoli Bites Bento Box with Cheddar

Broccoli Bites Bento Box

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Bake these cheesy nuggets to create a Broccoli Bites Bento Box. The guide includes the section why the bites stay firm and takes 30 minutes total.

Protein Bistro Box with Hard-Boiled Eggs

Protein Bistro Box

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Want a Protein Bistro Box for your workday? Assemble this no-heat lunch with eggs and turkey; it includes a table with component substitute notes.

Cheesy Rice Balls in 40 Minutes

Cheesy Rice Balls

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Looking for a crowd-pleasing snack? These Cheesy Rice Balls feature a molten center and a crisp crust, and we include a guide on Making the Rice Balls.

Healthy Banana Sushi Rolls: Creamy and Nutty

Banana Sushi in 5 Minutes

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Parents seeking healthy snacks for kids will love Banana Sushi. This guide includes a component and substitute table for a creamy, nutritious treat.

Fudgy Healthy Zucchini Brownies

Grain-Free Zucchini Brownies

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Rich and fudgy Zucchini Brownies made with almond butter. This guide includes quick recipe specs for easy baking. Great for healthy afternoon snacks.

Fudgy Zucchini Cake Brownies

Zucchini Cake Brownies

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Zucchini Cake Brownies provide a dense, moist chocolate treat. This guide includes a substitution guide for flexibility. Ready in just 45 minutes.

Fudgy Zucchini Brownies

Zucchini Brownies in 45 Minutes

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Want a way to make Zucchini Brownies that kids will love? These treats stay fudgy and the guide includes a quick baking specs section for easy timing.

Smoked Summer Sausage: German Style

Easy Smoked Summer Sausage Prep

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Tangy, mahogany-hued Smoked Summer Sausage with a firm snap. Includes a guide on why the meat binds. This is a great addition to party platters.

Homemade Smoked Summer Sausage with Beef

Smoked Summer Sausage Meal Prep

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Want to make your own Smoked Summer Sausage? This version uses a cold chain method to prevent greasiness and includes a helpful problem and fix table.