Are you ready for the Super Bowl? It’s a big day for football fans, but it’s also a big day for food! Almost half of the people watching the Super Bowl think food is more important than the game itself.
You want your party to be fun and stress-free, right? Make-ahead recipes are the answer to your party prayers. They let you prepare yummy food before the big day, so you can relax and enjoy the game with your friends and family.
Classic Nachos Recipe
A classic Super Bowl snack, nachos are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
- Salsa, sour cream, and any other desired toppings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Arrange the tortilla chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Spoon the refried beans over the tortilla chips, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add the cooked ground beef mixture on top of the beans.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the beef.
- Bake the nachos in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the nachos from the oven and top with diced tomatoes and any other desired toppings.
- Serve the nachos hot and enjoy.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make snack perfect for Super Bowl parties.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) container cream cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and ranch dressing, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Add cooked, shredded chicken and buffalo wing sauce, mixing until the chicken is fully coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions and crumbled blue cheese on top of the dip.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers.
Sliders Galore
Mini beef or turkey burgers served on small buns.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pickles
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 small hamburger buns
- Lettuce, cheese, and tomato for topping
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, chopped onion, chopped pickles, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well with your hands or a spoon until just combined.
- Form into small patties, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
- Grill the patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Meanwhile, toast the small hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the sliders by spreading a layer of your favorite condiment on the bottom bun, followed by a cooked patty, and toppings of your choice.
- Top with the top bun and serve immediately.
Queso Fundido Casserole
A twist on the Mexican classic, Queso Fundido Casserole is a cheesy, satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
- 1 pound Mexican chorizo, casings removed
- 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
- 1 package (8-10 count) flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the chorizo over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Once the chorizo is browned, add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Stir in the refried beans and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate pan, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, create a layer of tortillas, followed by a layer of the chorizo and bean mixture, and then a layer of cheese.
- Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with diced jalapeño and cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Baked Chicken Wings
Crunchy baked chicken wings perfect for Super Bowl Sunday.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Arrange the chicken wings on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the wings are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Seven-Layer Dip
A classic party favorite, this Seven-Layer Dip is easy to make and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) container of refried beans
- 1 (16 ounce) container of sour cream
- 1 (16 ounce) container of guacamole
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of diced black olives
- 1/2 cup of diced green onions
Instructions
- Spread the refried beans in the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish.
- Layer the sour cream on top of the beans.
- Spread the guacamole over the sour cream.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the guacamole.
- Top the cheese with diced tomatoes.
- Sprinkle the diced black olives over the tomatoes.
- Top with diced green onions.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Mac and Cheese Bites
Crispy mac and cheese bites perfect for a Super Bowl party.
Ingredients
- 1 cup macaroni
- 2 cups cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, cheese, and egg.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Using a spoon, drop small balls of the macaroni mixture onto a plate.
- Roll each ball in breadcrumbs to coat.
- Place coated macaroni balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Potato Skins
Crispy potato skins filled with cheese, bacon, and scallions.
Ingredients
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and dry them with a paper towel.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes.
- Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell.
- Fill each potato skin with cheese, bacon, and scallions.
- Place the stuffed potato skins on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
French Onion Dip
Savor the classic flavor of French Onion Dip, perfect for Super Bowl gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, caramelized
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in caramelized onion until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top of the dip.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped chives over the top.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers.
Mini Quiches
Mini quiches are perfect for a Super Bowl party as they are easy to grab and go.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups pie crust dough
- 1/2 cup diced ham
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust dough and cut out circles of dough.
- Place a tablespoon of diced ham, bell peppers, and shredded cheese in the center of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough in half over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- Brush the tops of the quiches with heavy cream and make a small slit in the top of each quiche.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the quiches to cool before serving.
Caprese Skewers
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil come together on a stick.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 10-12 bamboo skewers
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella cheese into 1-inch balls.
- Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes.
- Cut the fresh basil leaves into small pieces.
- Thread a cherry tomato, a mozzarella ball, and a basil leaf onto each skewer.
- Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Spicy bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers are perfect for Super Bowl parties.
Ingredients
- 20 large jalapeños
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 slices of bacon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut off the stems of the jalapeños and carefully scoop out the seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each jalapeño with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if needed.
- Place the poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Meatballs With Marinara Sauce
Tender meatballs served with a rich marinara sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic.
- Mix everything together with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined.
- Use your hands to shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each meatball to allow for even cooking.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and carefully place them in the saucepan with the marinara sauce.
- Let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Serve the meatballs with the marinara sauce, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Pigs in a Blanket
Mini hot dogs wrapped in croissant dough, perfect for Super Bowl parties.
Ingredients
- 1 package of mini hot dogs
- 1 package of croissant dough
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the croissant dough and cut into squares.
- Wrap each mini hot dog in a dough square, brushing edges with beaten egg.
- Place the wrapped hot dogs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Conclusion
You’ll be stressed if you don’t prep ahead – the irony. With these 14 make-ahead Super Bowl recipes, you’ll save time and serve delicious eats like Classic Nachos and Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip, ensuring a hassle-free party that’s anything but stressful.
