Canape recipes
Add a touch of style to your party with our selection of sweet and savoury canapé recipe ideas.
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Mini smoked haddock Scotch eggs with asparagus dippers & watercress mayonnaise
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Roll quail's eggs up in creamy smoked fish and potato for an impressive make-ahead weekend canapé or starter
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Smoked salmon, dill & lemon paté
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Five minutes is all you need to whip up this creamy fish dish, great served as a dip or starter
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Scallops baked in the shell with a puff pastry lid
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Serving seafood in the shell is a classic but foolproof presentation fallback - John Torode's version is pastry-topped
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Crostini di fegato di pollo (chicken liver toasts)
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Authentic Italian nibbles of homemade chicken liver paté atop crispy toasts set off by capers and cornichons
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Son-in-law duck eggs
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An authentic Thai dish of deep fried duck eggs with crispy shallots and a savoury 'caramel' glaze by John Torode
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Asparagus wraps with lemon mayo
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A quick and classic spring canapé of tender green stems wrapped in Parma ham with a light citrus dip
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Mini jacket potatoes
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Bake up some new potatoes and top with soured cream and chives for a bite-sized, simple canapé
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Thai chicken skewers
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Grilled chicken kebab skewers marinated in fragrant Asian spices make the perfect easy canapé
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Canapés & cocktails
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This smart cocktail and simple canapés will get the party started with maximum fun and minimum fuss
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Chicken skewers with satay dip
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If you're looking for a quick dinner party canapé you can't go far wrong with this easy classic
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Roasted red pepper shots
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A smart, quick and easy canapé that's ideal for a crowd and can be frozen to help you get ahead
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Sweet potato & ginger parcels
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These moreish snacks are made with Tunisian brik pastry. Similar to filo, but crispier, it's well worth keeping a pack in the freezer
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Smoked salmon & chive pâté
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A fantastic dip to hand around with hunks of brown bread at your next posh party
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Szechuan pepper chicken with tomato chilli jam
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Everyone loves finger food on a stick. These dinky chicken bites are sure to disappear in seconds
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Savoury party bites
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Impressive, quick and easy nibbles to serve at parties or with drinks
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Prosciutto, pear & rocket rolls
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Try this stylish and quick canapé idea, perfect for a relaxed party with friends
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Teriyaki beef & lettuce cups
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Add a taste of Asia to your next party with these irresistible, easy-to-pick-up finger food favourites
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Lamb & feta burgers with minty yogurt
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Delicately spiced morsels with a cooling yogurt dip - perfect party food
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Prawn spring roll wraps
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These healthy bites make a great light lunch or snack with a little bowl of sweet chilli sauce
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Galloping horses
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These bites are based on the Thai recipe called mar hor (meaning galloping horses) and go beautifully with a daquiri
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Chocolate & vanilla cupcakes
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There's no need to keep your canapés savoury. Treat your guests to these dainty little cakes
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Mini salmon & hollandaise tarts
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Using ready-made filo pastry makes these little tarts a cinch to make in no time at all
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Satay shots
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Give your dinner party a shot of Spanish style with these satay canapes
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Quick & easy party nibbles
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Ten stunning ideas for your Christmas drinks party, all suitable for vegetarians
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Vietnamese grilled chicken in lettuce parcels
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These meatballs can be made the night before, making them a great prepare-ahead party nibble
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Cream cheese & sweet chilli dip
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Try this chilli-spiked dip at your next party, easy to whip up in just five minutes
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Stilton & chutney rarebit bites
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The chutney for this moreish canape can be made in bigger quantities and stored in jars for a couple of months – delicious with cheese and crackers
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Mini crab cakes with lime & chilli mayo
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Serve these on little squares of paper for a smart finish
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Ginger champagne cocktail
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We know Champagne doesn't need any embellishments, but this cocktail is worth a try
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Smoked trout pâté
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Make these little bites for a party and everyone will think you've spent hours in the kitchen, but they're really quick to make
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Courgette, mozzarella & pea-shoot rolls
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Canapés don't need to mean lots of work, as this easy one shows
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Halloumi skewers with parsley & lemon salsa
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Try this stylish and quick canapé idea, perfect for a relaxed party with friends
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Sweet potato stackers
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For an added kick to these canapes, try swapping the lemon juice for a teaspoon of mustard in the mayo
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Beef tataki rolls
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Bring an Asian flavour to your drinks party with this fresh-tasting nibbles
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Crunchy crab parcels
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The combination of crispy filo pastry & crabmeat makes this a wonderfully indulgent dish
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Spiced pecans & peach fizz
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These American-style snacks are ready in minutes and very moreish - enjoy with a fruity cocktail
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Stilton, pear & prosciutto wraps
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Make party food easy with these simple but smart bites
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Sweet party bites
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Add a bit of glamour to your party with these sweet yet sophisticated party bites
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Spiced prawns with coriander mayo
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Add a touch of sophistication to your party with these spicy seafood treats
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Cheese & jalapeno bites with salsa & mojitos
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These moreish, easy-to-make wraps are perfect for a casual party
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Seared scallops with sweet chilli sauce
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Impress your friends with these stylish, healthy canapés
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Duck satay with peanut sauce
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These flavoursome canapés add sophistication to finger food
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Duck & beetroot toasts
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A quick and simple chutney that's a great toast topper with pâté or cheese
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Cucumber slices with tuna & avocado tartare
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This simple canapé needs fresh top quality tuna so explain to your fishmonger you'll be eating it raw
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Dolcelatte-stuffed figs
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Simple yet impressive stuffed figs make lovely canapés and only take 15 minutes to make
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Prawn & chorizo skewers with gremolata
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Entice your guests to the buffet table with the flavourful combination of prawn and chorizo
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Thai mango, chilli & lime cups
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Serve these quick, zingy vegetarian nibbles at your next party
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Mini salmon & dill puffs
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Ideal for a crowd and perfect for preparing ahead, these little pastry bites make a stylish canapé
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Cheese & mustard straws
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The cheese straw is a versatile favourite. Add mustard and cayenne to give this entertaining staple a little kick
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