Quick nibbles recipes
Whip up these speedy treats and canapes to feed a festive crowd - the perfect thing for a last-minute party.
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Asparagus wraps with lemon mayo
- Ready in 12 mins
A quick and classic spring canapé of tender green stems wrapped in Parma ham with a light citrus dip
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Easy
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Sweet & spicy nuts
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- Ready in 35 mins
Roast almonds, Brazil nuts and cashews with spiced flavours then pack up into bags as a homemade gift
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Easy
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Roasted salt & paprika almonds
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- Ready in 22 mins
These nuts have a great kick of spice and can be whipped up quickly ahead of entertaining
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Easy
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Quick cheese straws
- Ready in 17 mins
Delicious cheesy sticks, perfect for dipping, just as good on their own - ready in under 20 minutes.
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Easy
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Artichoke & lemon dip
- Ready in 10 mins
Good with breadsticks, or try this with grilled lamb or as a topping for crostini
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Easy
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Tangy roast pepper & walnut dip
- Ready in 12 mins
A nice and spicy partner to pre-dinner drinks. Great with some toasted pitta for dipping
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Easy
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Sausage roll twists with tomato dip
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- Ready in 30 mins
Perfect for kids birthday parties - just make sure the mums and dads don't eat them all!
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Easy
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Caramelised nuts
- Ready in 15 mins
A moreish treat that can be a little addictive. These nuts are so yummy you'll need to make double
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Easy
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Creamy pesto with prosciutto dippers
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- Ready in 10 mins
Barely any more effort than opening a bag of crisps - and your party guests will be so much more impressed with this
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Easy
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Spiced pecans & peach fizz
- Ready in 10 mins
These American-style snacks are ready in minutes and very moreish - enjoy with a fruity cocktail
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Moderately Easy
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Crab, lime & chilli toasts
- Ready in 15 mins
A simple, stylish canapé that takes just minutes to prepare
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Easy
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Duck & beetroot toasts
- Ready in 15 mins
A quick and simple chutney that's a great toast topper with pâté or cheese
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Easy
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Anytime sweetcorn & tomato nachos
- Ready in 15 mins
These cheesy nachos are great for nibbling on. The salsa can also be used as a healthy dip, served with vegetable sticks
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Easy
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Sweet snowballs
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- Ready in 25 mins
An alternative to truffles, these chocolatey bitesize treats contain Maltesers, coconut, marshmallow, cranberries and rich tea biscuits - perfect for making with kids
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Easy
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After-dinner mint cream
- Ready in 10 mins
This creamy syllabub is a spin on classic mint choc chip and a great way to use up leftover chocolates
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No-cook spiced apple chutney
- Ready in 15 mins
This storecupboard relish has all the flavours of a classic cooked chutney but with more bite. It makes a great last minute accompaniment to a cheese board or ham
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Easy
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Quick & easy party nibbles
- Ready in 1 hr
Ten stunning ideas for your Christmas drinks party, all suitable for vegetarians
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Smoked salmon rotollos
- Ready in 10 mins
These classy canapes look sophisticated yet are so simple to make - a great way to impress your guests at a party
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Easy
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Creamy goat's cheese with chive & pomegranate
- Ready in 10 mins
Simply plonk this in the middle of the table and let your friends get to work, with chunks of bread for scooping
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Easy
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Pea & feta toasts
- Ready in 15 mins
This spin on bruschetta tops baguette slices with crushed peas, mint and salty cheese - great for canapés
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Easy
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Crab & avocado sesame toasts
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- Ready in 12 mins
This quick canapé can be prepared in minutes by simply assembling the fish and guacamole on crostini bread
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Easy
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Salt beef on rye bread with mustard sauce
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- Ready in 10 mins
This quick canapé of traditional Jewish salt beef with a twist has the wow factor despite taking only minutes to make
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Easy
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Crostini of artichokes & chives
- Ready in 15 mins
A sophisticated starter that takes just minutes to put together
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Easy
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Thai spinach bites
- Ready in 10 mins
These little Thai nibbles are ready in just 10 minutes
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Easy
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Mini Mont Blancs
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- Ready in 15 mins
These bite-sized puddings are ideal for finger food and cocktail parties
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Easy
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Blinis with crème fraîche, roast beef & cornichons
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- Ready in 15 mins
Beautifully bite-sized canapés to hand round at your next party - just five ingredients and ready in 15 minutes
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Easy
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