BBQ Appetizers are a must anytime we grill out. These appetizers are perfect for all your summertime BBQ’s and more.

BBQ Appetizers are a must anytime we grill out. These appetizers are perfect for all your summertime BBQ's and more. These 45 backyard BBQ party appetizers is just what you need to serve this summer. We love to serve dips that are loaded with delicious spices and bacon wrapped pineapple. #grillonadime #bbqappetizers #appetizerrecipes
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These BBQ Appetizers are perfect for all your summer gatherings. Your guests will love all the options and how delicious they are. From potato skins to bruschetta there are many grilled sides options to choose from.

These 45 backyard BBQ party appetizers is just what you need to serve this summer. We love to serve dips that are loaded with delicious spices and bacon wrapped pineapple.

Whatever you are in the mood for, we have a delicious recipe.

The Best BBQ Appetizer Ideas

Choose one of the 45 summer appetizers for your next BBQ. They are delicious and made with simple ingredients.

1. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates

If you like Dates, then you need to try these Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates. They are the perfect combination of sweet and savory to make an amazing appetizer. Add in brown sugar for hint of sweetness.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates
The dates are stuffed with goat cheese and then grilled perfectly.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Dates

2. Blackstone Corn Fritters

The recipe for corn fritters are fried cakes of a dough or batter made of corn and simple ingredients. It is a sweet and savory snack appetizer and are similar to hush puppies.

Blackstone Corn Fritters
The recipe for corn fritters are fried cakes of a dough or batter made of corn and simple ingredients.
Blackstone Corn Fritters

3. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

These grilled bacon-wrapped pineapple is the perfect finger food. The pineapple would be delicious diced to make a pineapple salsa.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pineapple
Fresh pineapple is cut into spears then wrapped with bacon and grilled just makes it amazing.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

4. Grilled Meatballs

Homemade meatballs on the grill come together quickly for a flavorful, tender, juicy and grilled to perfection recipe.

Grilled Meatballs
The meatball ingredients are simple and only takes minutes to prepare.
Grilled Meatballs

5. Grilled Garlic Bread

Save oven space and make your garlic bread on the grill.

Grilled Garlic Bread
Grilled Garlic Bread Recipe is the perfect easy side dish or appetizer. The garlic bread comes out with a crispy texture but that smoky flavor I love when grilling.
Grilled Garlic Bread

6. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

This is appetizer is a must at every family gathering.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
This delicious snack only requires 3 ingredients.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

7. Blackstone Loaded Potato Chips

We love using our Blackstone top make appetizers. You can add bell pepper, fresh tomatoes and chopped red onion for added flavor.

Blackstone Loaded Potato Chips
It is an easy side dish and full of savory flavor.
Blackstone Loaded Potato Chips

8. Blackstone Zucchini Fritters

These summer zucchini patties are cooked perfectly on the griddle.

Blackstone Zucchini Fritters
Blackstone Zucchini Fritters are packed with flavor with simple ingredients.
Blackstone Zucchini Fritters

9. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pickles

You will be surprised how delicious these our. We love the flavor that the bacon gives the pickles. Serve with a side of barbecue sauce for the perfect dipping sauce.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pickles
Crispy bacon wrapped around a juicy pickle makes for an easy appetizer.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pickles

10. Smoked Deviled Eggs

If you have a smoker, make these deviled eggs. You will never make your deviled eggs any other way.

Smoked Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs are full of smoked flavor and easy to make with simple ingredients.
Smoked Deviled Eggs

11. Smoked Queso

Make this smoked queso for a delicious dip. When serving, squeeze fresh lime juice and top with slice black olives. Cheddar cheese melts perfectly in the smoker.

Smoked Queso
This Smoked Queso Recipe is loaded with flavor and can be made in a variety of ways. Smoked queso easily cooks in a foil pan but it can also be cooked in a Dutch oven.
Smoked Queso

12. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

All you need is 4 ingredients to make these green beans. This is a great way to get your kids to eat there vegetables.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
4 Ingredients make these Green Beans so delicious and easy to make.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

13. Pinwheel Sandwiches

These pinwheel sandwich are a must for every holiday.

Pinwheel Sandwiches
If you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer these Pinwheel Sandwiches is the one to make. Simple ingredients makes this appetizer flavorful.
Pinwheel Sandwiches

14. Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza Appetizer

This appetizer is quick and easy and always a family favorite.

Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza Appetizer
The blend of ranch and sour cream combines for the perfect dressing for the diced veggies on the pizza.
Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza Appetizer

15. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Make these asparagus and serve with fresh squeezed lemon juice.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
The asparagus is seasoned with simple seasoning and the added flavor of the bacon makes these a flavorful recipe.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

16. Macaroni Salad

Macaroni salad is the perfect summertime side dish. Making it homemade is so much better than store bought.

Macaroni Salad
It is loaded with lots of delicious veggies, cheese, and more!
Macaroni Salad

17. Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

My kids love these chicken wings. The fresh herb seasoning gives them so much flavor.

Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
These lemon pepper chicken wings are made with easy seasoning but they are still bursting with flavor.
Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

18. Blackstone Totchos

Serve these totchos with guacamole and sour cream for a delicious appetizer.

Blackstone Totchos
Blackstone Totchos is a delicious blend of crispy tater tots loaded with simple ingredients.
Blackstone Totchos

19. Smoked Salmon Dip

Everyone always loves this salmon dip. Serve with raw vegetables and your favorite crackers.

Smoked Salmon Dip
The creamy base and its texture makes it easy to dip your favorite crackers or raw vegetables.
Smoked Salmon Dip

20. Grilled Chicken Wings

Grill out your favorite chicken wings for a crowd pleasing appetizer.

Grilled Chicken Wings
We love that they are simple to make and made with easy ingredients. Grilling chicken wings is our favorite because of the smoky and charred texture the grill gives them.
Grilled Chicken Wings

21. Blackstone Chicken Wings

Make your favorite chicken wings on the Blackstone for the perfect crispy skin and smoky flavor. Brush the wings with olive oil for the best texture.

Blackstone Chicken Wings
With the simple seasoning and a little butter, the wings cooked perfectly. Then we cook them covered on the Blackstone until they have a crispy skin and juicy on the inside.
Blackstone Chicken Wings

22. Blackstone Nachos

The nachos are always a family favorite. Making them on the Blackstone is so easy with your favorite toppings.

Blackstone Nachos
Ground beef is cooked on the griddle with salsa and seasoning and then topped on tortilla chips. The baking sheet is then placed back on the griddle to melt the cheese and make the chips extra crispy.
Blackstone Nachos

23. Grilled Shrimp in Foil

Serve a side of grilled shrimp as a delicious appetizer. You can even cook shrimp on skewers with your favorite dipping sauce.

Grilled Shrimp in Foil
It only takes a few ingredients to season and the Grilled Shrimp comes out so flavorful.
Grilled Shrimp in Foil

24. Smoked Cream Cheese

If you are looking for a recipe to try out your new smoker, make this cream cheese appetizer.

Smoked Cream Cheese
This creamy, delicious dip is seasoned with simple ingredients and placed in the smoker, and cooked to perfection.
Smoked Cream Cheese

25. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

These bacon wrapped shrimp is the perfect bite size appetizer.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Pre-cooking the bacon in the oven is the secret to getting crispy bacon and juicy grilled shrimp. This recipe takes less than 30 minutes and you have an amazing seafood dish.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

26. Blackstone Queso

Serve this queso with your favorite tortilla chips.

Blackstone Queso
This queso combines 3 easy ingredients and cooks perfect on the griddle.
Blackstone Queso

27. Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wings

Buffalo Chicken Wings are a must at all of our game day parties. They cook up easily in the oven.

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wings
The charred and crispy texture makes them so flavorful. In less than 30 minutes these easy-to-make buffalo chicken wings are grilled to perfection.
Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wings

28. Blackstone Popcorn

Make this simple Blackstone popcorn for a delicious treat idea.

Blackstone Popcorn
With a few simple ingredients, you can have freshly popped corn in no time.
Blackstone Popcorn

29. Blackstone Meatballs

Meatballs are a delicious idea that cooks easily on the Blackstone. You can add your favorite toppings or dipping sauce.

Blackstone Meatballs
Blackstone Meatballs taste so much better than the frozen kind. They are loaded with flavor and easy to make.
Blackstone Meatballs

30. Blackstone Garlic Bread

This Blackstone Garlic Bread cooks easily on the griddle. It is crunchy, flavorful and easy to make.

Blackstone Garlic Bread
Blackstone Garlic Bread is crunchy, flavorful and easy to make.
Blackstone Garlic Bread

31. Blackstone Drumsticks

Make these drumsticks for a quick meal idea or a hearty appetizer.

Blackstone Drumsticks
These Chicken Drumsticks are made with simple seasoning. Blackstone Chicken Drumsticks are easy to make and a kid-friendly recipe.
Blackstone Drumsticks

32. Blackstone Smash Burger Sliders

This is always a crowd pleasing appetizer.

Blackstone Smash Burger Sliders
We love making sliders on the Blackstone and then topped with cheese, lettuce and tomatoes. Sliders are quick and easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal or to feed a crowd.
Blackstone Smash Burger Sliders

33. Blackstone Bbq Drumsticks

BBQ Drumsticks is what you need to serve anytime your friends are over.

Blackstone Bbq Drumsticks
These Blackstone BBQ Drumsticks are bursting with barbecue flavor. They are easy to make and made with simple ingredients.
Blackstone Bbq Drumsticks

34. Blackstone Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

My kids love these quesadilla. They cook easily on the griddle and made with different cheeses.

Blackstone Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
Blackstone Chicken Fajita Quesadillas is a simple dinner idea made with seasoned chicken and two different cheeses. Easy to make with simple ingredients.
Blackstone Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

35. Blackstone Chicken Quesadillas

Make these chicken quesadillas the next time you need a quick meal idea.

Blackstone Chicken Quesadillas
Blackstone Chicken Quesadillas is loaded with seasoned chicken, cheese, and taco seasoning between two flour tortillas. Then grilled to perfection on the Blackstone Griddle.
Blackstone Chicken Quesadillas

36. Blackstone Pizza Calzone

My son request this anytime he has friends over. It is easy to make thanks to the griddle.

Blackstone Pizza Calzone
Start with pre-made pizza dough and add your favorite toppings to create a delicious calzone.
Blackstone Pizza Calzone

37. Blackstone Cheese Quesadillas

This is our go-to weekend lunch idea. The quesadillas cooks easily on the griddle.

Blackstone Cheese Quesadillas
These griddled quesadillas are easy to make with simple ingredients.
Blackstone Cheese Quesadillas

38. Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick

Impress your friends and family with this easy chicken on the stick recipe.

Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick
The teriyaki sauce is made from easy ingredients and the kids think it's fun eating off the stick.
Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick

39. Parmesan Grilled Shrimp

Make the ultimate shrimp appetizer by adding parmesan cheese.

Parmesan Grilled Shrimp
Garlic Parmesan Grilled Shrimp Recipe is easy to make and tastes amazing with the Garlic Parmesan topping.
Parmesan Grilled Shrimp

40. Smoked Pork Chops

There is nothing better than smoked pork chops. This recipe is so delicious and easy to make.

Smoked Pork Chops
This recipe is one of their favorites as the pork chops come out so amazing because of the delicious smoke flavor and simple seasoning blend.
Smoked Pork Chops

41. Foil Pack Nachos

We love foil pack recipes because of how convenient they are to make.

Foil Pack Nachos
The foil packs are loaded with beef, beans, and melty cheese to make an easy meal.
Foil Pack Nachos

42. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Wrapping chicken in bacon locks in the flavor leaving your chicken juicy.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is a delicious grilled recipe that is made with simple ingredients. The crispy bacon gives the chicken so much flavor.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

43. Grilled Cheese

Nothing is better than a delicious grilled cheese. It is even better on the grill.

Grilled Cheese
The key to a great grilled cheese is spreading mayonnaise on the bread. I grew up using butter, but mayonnaise taste so much better.
Grilled Cheese

44. Ham and Cheese Sliders

These sliders are always on the menu for our parties.

Ham and Cheese Sliders
This Hawaiian ham and cheese sliders recipe is easy to make. The ham is baked perfectly in between the melted cheese and Hawaiian Roll.
Ham and Cheese Sliders

45. Pigs in a Blanket

This is the kids favorite and the best appetizers for a BBQ.

Pigs in a Blanket
Crescent roll pigs in a blanket recipe has just 2 ingredients. The flaky crust and delicious hot dog make this amazing.
Pigs in a Blanket

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