No celebration is complete without food, whether it be a festivity or the Big Game. A great party almost always comes down to wining and dining with friends and family. With the Super Bowl coming up on Sunday, having some lip-smacking recipes on the table is a must. After all, it is the NFL’s annual championship game! Thus, to celebrate the Super Bowl, here are some delectable snacks, appetizers, and desserts that must be part of your game day get-together. From cheesy goodness to meaty delicacies, there’s something for every age group. These Super Bowl 2025 food ideas will surely score you a goal!
Chrissy Teigen’s Cheesy Mashed Potato and Chorizo Dip
This comfort food idea will surely hit the spot for everyone at your Super Bowl 2025 party. The recipe is a new take on queso fondido. Easy to make and chow down, this gooey mashed potato, when paired with spicy chorizo and potato chips, makes for the perfect crispy yet cheesy Super Bowl appetizer.
Chili-Stuffed Cornbread
Instead of making the same old cornbread snack this Super Bowl Sunday, spice it up by packing in some beefy chili and cheddar cheese. This new version of cornbread will impress everyone at your game day get-together.
Coca-Cola Chicken Wings
You might have made several versions of chicken wings. However, have you tried making it using Coca-Cola? This snack recipe will be a game-changer at your Super Bowl party. The chicken wings are coated with a glaze made with ginger, soy sauce, garlic, and the star ingredient, Coca-Cola, for a finger-licking appetizer. Make a large batch of this snack for your Super Bowl watch party, as everyone will want a taste of this.
Cinnamon-Sugar Party Mix
This Super Bowl dessert recipe comes with the promise of something sweet as well as crunchy. The party mix is a great alternative to those extremely sugary desserts, like cakes, cupcakes, etc. It will be especially good for individuals who tend to stray away from uber-sweet offerings.
Alon Shaya’s Pimiento Cheese Dip with Butter Crisped Crackers
With some spiciness from pimento peppers and tang from the hot sauce and vinegar, this appetizer will be an instant hit at your Super Bowl 2025 celebration. Moreover, its creamy texture makes it the perfect dip for almost all of your favorite crackers.
Bacon Wrapped Smokies with Brown Sugar
It is an easy three-ingredient recipe that will come together in no time, with no extra prep or clean-up required. This Super Bowl appetizer is simply some sausage wrapped in bacon, which is then covered in brown sugar and baked until golden brown. Serve it with a sauce on the side, and this snack will surely be a crowd-pleaser.
Chocolate Pizza
If you are having some kids over for your Super Bowl party, chocolate-based desserts are a must. So, why not combine their favorites — chocolate and pizza — into a tempting sweet treat that even adults will find hard to resist?
Football-Shaped Cookies
These cookies are so easy to make and design that even your kids can work on them. There is no expertise needed whatsoever for this recipe. Moreover, nothing can beat football-shaped desserts at the Super Bowl watch party. So, having them as a part of your spread is mandatory!
Pepper and Onion Pizza
Your Super Bowl celebration won’t be complete without pizza. It is a quintessential part of any gathering on the day of the Big Game. However, if you are short on ingredients or time, make this pepper and onion pizza as an appetizer. Pair it with a drink of your choice, and you are sorted for the game day.
Pull-Apart Spinach Artichoke Football
This dish might take 2-3 hours to make, but trust us, this appetizer recipe will be the star of your Super Bowl get-together. The cheesy spinach artichoke dip encased in pizza dough is shaped like a football, making it a must-try for the game day. Be it kids or adults, everyone will love this dish and surely come back for seconds.
Crispy Potatoes With Vegan Nacho Sauce
It is a great snack option for all the vegans who will be attending your Super Bowl watch party. This recipe comes together quite quickly and tastes so amazing that even your non-vegan friends will not be able to resist grabbing a bite or two.
Toasted Ravioli
If you are looking for a quick recipe that does not require much cooking, opt for this one. Simply get your favorite ravioli from the store, coat them in egg and bread crumbs, and fry (in oil or air fryer). Make sure to serve this recipe at your Super Bowl get-together with marinara sauce and some parmesan on top for a crunchy appetizer.
Peanut Butter Pretzel Butterscotch Blondies
What’s not to love in this salty and sweet recipe? From peanut butter to pretzels, you have something or the other for everyone in one dish. Make the dessert ahead of time, then simply slice and serve it at your Super Bowl watch party for your guests to enjoy.
Ham and Cheese Sliders
You will love these ham and cheese sliders if you are looking for a mess-free snack recipe for your Super Bowl gathering. With honey-jalapeño mayo as the sauce of choice, the soft dinner rolls are layered with ham, Swiss cheese, and mustard before being baked in the oven until glossy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth ooey gooey on the inside. This quick snack will come together in no time and be an instant hit among your loved ones. You can also make different variations of this recipe, with veggies or patties for the filling.
Chicken Parm Pinwheels
Your kids will love this new twist to the classic chicken parmesan recipe. Make this dip-and-eat snack with rotisserie chicken, store-bought marinara sauce, and crescent roll dough. Since this food idea is easy to prepare, you can enjoy watching Super Bowl 2025 with your gang without worrying about spending too much time in the kitchen. You can also pre-prep the appetizer before the Big Game and keep it in the fridge until ready to be baked for your guests.
Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks are an all-time favorite snack for little ones (or any cheese lover). The best part is these are baked and not fried, so you can serve them to your kids without hesitation. Moreover, you can easily freeze the appetizer a month before Super Bowl Sunday and air fry or bake them as needed before or during the watch party.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip
This Super Bowl recipe is oh-so-creamy and cheesy, combining the flavors of ranch dressing with the heartiness of shredded chicken and bacon. It can be prepared and refrigerated for up to two days and baked during the Big Game.
Beer Cheese Dip
Give this snack a try this Super Bowl Sunday! Serve this beer and cheese dip with potato chips, pretzels, veggie sticks, or mini hot dogs. We can guarantee your guests will keep coming back for more. However, make sure to keep the dip far away from the kids.
Popcorn Chicken
Who does not love well-seasoned fried chicken? This is one of the best snacks to fuel your gang until halftime on Super Bowl Sunday. Make a big batch, as we can guarantee it will fly off the kids’ plates. To make it healthier, don’t fry and instead bake the chicken till it is golden brown in color and crunchy in texture.
Pati Jinich’s Shrimp and Cheese Soft Tacos
A cross between a taco and a quesadilla, these shrimp tacos are easy to assemble on the day of the Big Game. The best part about this food idea is that you can prepare the fillings a day before to spend less time in the kitchen during Super Bowl 2025.
You can also try Potato Skin Bites, Seven Layer Dip, Bread Pizza, fries, caramel popcorn, etc. So, shortlist all the snacks, appetizers, and desserts for your Super Bowl watch party and start prepping. Don’t forget to share your party menu for the Big Game in the comment section below!
