Super Bowl Sunday might be the biggest game day of the year, but it's also notoriously known for being a day filled with some of the most insanely delicious food and booze. From wings, to beer, to sliders, and chips and dip, there are literally no boundaries when it comes to all the yummy appetizers, drinks and snacks party throwers and bar owners put out for their guests.
With so many tasty options out there, it's so hard to choose which to make, but we've put together a list of 20 mouthwatering recipes that will not only satisfy your hunger, but your beer craving as well as all of these appetizers are beer-infused and will keep your guests coming back for seconds, and probably thirds.
Beer Mac And Cheese
As if mac and cheese wasn't good enough on its own. The best part, this recipe is super, super easy to make in big batches depending on how large your party is. The beer adds a flavor and creaminess to the dish that makes it stand out from the rest, and the panko breadcrumbs give it a nice crunch on top. Click here for the recipe.
Three-Chile Beef Chili
Not only does this chili recipe feature three spicy chiles for extra spicy flavor, but it also calls for stout beer, brewed coffee, bacon and several spices for loaded depth of flavor. This chili is perfect to put out for the Super Bowl with hot tortilla chips for dipping. Click here for the recipe.
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Judging by the size of these alone, you know they're going to be good. Adding beer and hot sauce to the buttermilk batter creates a thick, flavorful and spicy coating that is good enough to be eaten on its own, even though the suggested Creole dipping sauce is a perfect pairing. This is one of those recipes you're going to want to make a lot of because there's no way your guests are going to be able to eat just a few. Click here for the recipe.
Soft Beer Pretzels
Beer and pretzels are a great combination, which is why they're served together at stadiums across the globe, so the idea of putting them together into one delicious recipe is genius. The only thing that'll make these salty treats better is washing them down with a nice cold beer. Click here for the recipe.
Mini Beer Cheese Sandwiches
These mini grilled cheese sandwiches are infused with beer and the perfect addition to any party. With the combination of some spices, sharp yellow cheddar cheese, butter and baguettes, you can make as many as you need, depending on the size of your party, and you'll absolutely want to make some extra for yourself. Click here for the recipe.
Beer Hot Wings
Chicken wings are the star of Super Bowl food, and this recipe is extra special because not only are these wings infused with beer, but they're infused with a special citrus-y beer to give them a sweet and spicy kick. To make sure the wings are as flavorful and mouthwatering as possible, marinate them in the beer and spices overnight. Click here for the recipe.
Beer Battered Fried Pickles
Just like we saw with the onion rings, it's obvious that anything is not only better when it's fried, but when it's beer battered and then fried. All you need for this recipe is flour, pickles, vegetable oil, eggs, salt and beer. Plus, it definitely doesn't hurt to have some ranch for dipping. Click here for the recipe.
Deep Dish Beer Crust Pizza
Just when you thought pizza couldn't get any better, someone went and added beer to the crust. This cast iron skillet pizza is topped with tomatoes, mozzarella and oregano, but you can really put whatever your heart desires on top, and the beer in the crust is unlike anything you've ever tasted. Click here for the recipe.
Beer Cheese Dip
This dip, which would go perfectly with the beer pretzels, is just like the cheese dip you're typically served in pubs. The creamy dip is perfect for serving a big crowd and goes great with pretty much anything. Click here for the recipe.
Beer-Candied Bacon
If you've never had beer-candied bacon, it should be at the top of your to-do list, because it is seriously life changing. It's also the perfect addition to your Super Bowl party as it's not only easy to make, but a guaranteed hit. Plus, all you need is bacon, brown sugar and beer. That's it! Click here for the recipe.
Beer Nachos
In reality, these just have a beer cheese sauce that make them count as beer-infused, but that doesn't mean they aren't still amazing. Nachos are one of the greatest party foods, especially for game day, because not only are they perfect for sharing, but you can literally pile whatever you want on top. This recipe calls for two different types of cheeses that are baked in the oven for ultimate crispiness. Click here for the recipe.
Jalapeno Beer Bread
This isn't what you typically see served at a Super Bowl party, but it will definitely wow your guests. The thick, crisp and buttery crust is topped with cheddar cheese and spicy jalapenos and then has a sweet and moist center. Bread typically isn't easy to make, but this beer bread only takes about an hour total and is a quick, tasty and different option to serve at your party. Click here for the recipe.
Beer BBQ Meatballs
These are great because they can be served several different ways. You can stick toothpicks in them for quick appetizers or serve them on sandwiches for mini sliders. There are so many things you can do with meatballs, and it's so easy to make a lot of them for large crowds, as these are cooked in the oven instead of in a frying pan. The BBQ, sriracha beer sauce is perfectly sweet and spicy, and the panko breadcrumbs give them a nice texture. Click here for the recipe.
Bacon Beer Ranch Cheese Ball
If you've been looking for the ultimate appetizer to serve at your next party, this is it. Not only is it a giant ball of cheese- I mean what could be better than that?- but it has bacon, ranch and beer in it...and then it's covered in pretzels. You can literally dip anything in it from bread to crackers to even more pretzels. Or just eat it on your own, because it's just that good. Plus, it doesn't require any cooking, which is always a plus. Click here for the recipe.
Cheddar Beer Weenies
Kind of like pigs in a blanket, only without the usual blanket because these are wrapped in bacon, and smothered in beer cheese. Serve on a skewer to avoid messy fingers. Click here for the recipe.
Buffalo Chicken Beer Cheese Dip
All the flavors of the legendary buffalo wing have been put into this glorious dip for the ultimate dipping appetizer. This dip needs to be made with an IPA beer because it pairs best with the buffalo sauce needed to create the best flavor. Click here for the recipe.
Salted Beer Caramel Corn
If you're looking for a sweet snack to serve at your party but still want to incorporate beer somehow, than this is the snack for you. It's the perfect salty and sweet snack to munch on while you watch the big game, and it only requires six ingredients! Click here for the recipe.
Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Beer Cheese Dip
As you can see, beer and cheese go hand-in-hand, and since dips are such a huge part of game day, you can never have too many. This recipe is unlike any other because not only does it include beer, but it also has roasted garlic, mozzarella cheese and parmesan for an Italian twist. Click here for the recipe.
Crockpot BBQ Beer Chicken
For those of you who actually want to enjoy the game and not spend your whole day cooking, this recipe is perfect, as you can cook it up the day before or the morning of, put it in the crockpot, and not have to worry about it until it's ready. The beer BBQ chicken is perfectly seasoned and makes for an awesome sandwich to keep your guests happy and satisfied. Click here for the recipe.
Peanut Butter Bacon Beer Brownies
And if somehow, at the end of the day, you still have room for more, make these crunchy, gooey peanut butter bacon and beer brownies. You won't regret it. Click here for the recipe.
