Awards season is upon us, and it’s time to break out the seriously sophisticated recipes and throw a Hollywood-worthy party that will have your friends in awe. Whether you loved one Inside Out or you’re simply in it for the red carpet pre-show, an awards party is a great excuse to get your friends together for some delicious drinks and appetizers.
Smaller nibbles bursting with decadent flavors are perfect for the occasion. You don’t have to be Julia Child or Wolfgang Puck to pull off these yummy recipes, but your guests will be more than impressed when they see your appetizer spread, consisting of some of the most pinned Hors d’Oeurves recipes on Pinterest today. And if you want to ramp up your awards party cred even more? Try adding a bit of glam to your decor, offer a few fun cocktails, and print out a copy of the 2016 awards ballot for your friends to fill out before the show.
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Fig Blue Cheese Tartines
These French open faced sandwiches topped with pesto, blue cheese, and fresh figs are full of flavor and look light and elegant on a serving platter.
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Gluten-Free Spinach & Artichoke Cups
Spinach artichoke dip has been a standing party favorite in our household for ages---but portioning them into individual, bite-sized edible cups kicks it up a notch. With a crispy crust and filling bursting with cheese, these will likely be the first thing gone from your appetizer spread.
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Asparagus Pastry Sticks with Lemon Dipping Sauce
How gorgeous are these asparagus pastry sticks? Buttery pastry and crunchy asparagus paired with a fresh, light dipping sauce, these elegant little bites will look gorgeous at your party.
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Vietnamese Inspired Mini Meatballs with Sriracha Dipping Sauce
Spice things up at your awards party with these moist, peppery mini meatballs. A slice of cucumber adds a wonderful fresh crunch, and the Sriracha dipping sauce is to die for.
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Apricot Cranberry Brie Hors D’Oeuvres
These little bites of melted brie with a touch of sweetness and a bit of crunch are a delicious (and easy) crowd-pleaser.
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Stuffed Mushrooms
These gorgeous little mushroom pots, stuffed with Sicilian sausage, sage, and parmesan cheese make a delicious hot appetizer for your awards party guests.
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Pea and Ricotta Crostini
Crostini make a fantastic hors d'oeuvre for a sophisticated party. The crunch from the toasted baguette pairs nicely with the creaminess of the ricotta and the burst of sweetness from the pureed peas and basil.
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Fig Almond Filled Prosciutto Cups
Prosciutto cups are fancy—they just are. Your guests will go crazy for these adorable, sophisticated little bites that combine the sweetness of figs, crunch of slivered almonds, and salty goodness of baked prosciutto.
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Jazzed Up Popcorn
What Oscars party would be complete without a little popcorn? Try adding cinnamon-sugar, maple, peanut-butter honey, or parmesan butter to different batches and place them in colorful bowls around the room for your guests to enjoy.
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Minted Melon
It's true, you don't often think of cantaloupe in February, but if you can get your hands on a nice juicy melon, these sweet and salty bites are elegant, fresh, and fabulous.
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Strawberry Brie Crostinis
The juxtaposition of rich, creamy, melted brie and fresh, sweet strawberries on a crunchy crust of baguette is sure to please your party guests.
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Herbed Deviled Eggs
Give your deviled eggs an irresistibly fresh kick by adding chopped herbs to the mix. Another way to boost the decadence factor? Try piping the mixture in with a fancy pastry bag.
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Pecan and Cranberry Encrusted Goat Cheese Balls
These pop-in-your-mouth morsels are a great combination of sweet and gooey, yet they're also tart and crunchy. They're the perfect party appetizer (and super easy to make!).
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Mini Caprese Paninis
These mini caprese paninis filled with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and pesto are a great, slightly more filling option for your awards party guests. This flavorful, colorful, delicious appetizer is sure to be a hit (and a great vegetarian option).
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Frozen Cheesecake Bonbons
If you are looking for a sophisticated treat to round out your awards show feast, these frozen cheesecake bonbons are rich, creamy, insanely addictive little bites of heaven.
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Honey Lavender Truffles
Truffles are a beyond-delicious chocolatey treat. The pairing of lavender and honey works brilliantly, and will bring a touch of class to your party (and palate!).
