35 SMALL SANDWICH RECIPES FOR PARTY APPETIZERS

Small sandwiches are one of my favorite foods to serve at a party because they’re easy to grab, easy to arrange on a platter, and simple to make in different flavors.

This collection of small sandwich recipes for party appetizers work well for showers, brunches, birthdays, game day, and holiday gatherings.

There are plenty of make-ahead cold sandwiches, cheesy hot sliders, and finger sandwiches that can be mixed together on one party tray.

You can choose a few light options for a brunch spread or add heartier mini sandwiches when you need something more filling for a crowd.

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SMALL SANDWICH RECIPES

1. Classic Cucumber Dill Tea Sandwiches

Thin cucumber slices on soft bread spread with herby dill cream cheese. It’s the most classic tea sandwich of all.

Cut them into triangles or fingers and trim the crusts for a dainty look.

Ingredients:

• 16 slices soft white or wheat sandwich bread
• 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp mayo
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Lay the cucumber slices on paper towels with a pinch of salt for 10 minutes and pat dry.
2. Mix the cream cheese, mayo, dill, lemon juice and garlic powder.
3. Spread on all the bread slices.
4. Layer cucumber on half the slices and top with the rest.
5. Trim the crusts and cut into triangles or fingers.

2. Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches

Creamy egg salad with a touch of mustard and chives on soft bread.

It’s a budget-friendly filling that always disappears first at showers and brunches.

Ingredients:

• 16 slices soft sandwich bread
• 8 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup mayo
• 1 tsp dijon
• 2 tbsp chives, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt, pepper and paprika
• Butter for spreading

Instructions:

1. Mix the eggs, mayo, dijon, chives and lemon juice.
2. Season with salt, pepper and a pinch of paprika.
3. Lightly butter the bread.
4. Spread egg salad on half the slices and top with the rest.
5. Trim the crusts and cut into 4 squares or triangles.

3. Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Tea Sandwiches

Silky smoked salmon over lemony cream cheese with capers and fresh dill.

Use pumpernickel or rye for a pretty contrast with the pink salmon.

Ingredients:

• 12 slices pumpernickel or rye bread
• 8 oz smoked salmon
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp fresh dill
• 1 tbsp capers, chopped
• Thin red onion slices (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the cream cheese, lemon juice, zest and half the dill.
2. Spread on all the bread.
3. Layer smoked salmon, capers and red onion on half the slices.
4. Top with the remaining bread.
5. Trim and cut into fingers, then garnish with dill sprigs.

4. Mini Chicken Salad Croissants

Creamy chicken salad with grapes, celery and pecans tucked into buttery mini croissants.

These are always a hit at showers, luncheons and graduation parties.

Ingredients:

• 24 mini croissants, split
• 3 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup red grapes, quartered
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
• 1 tsp dijon
• Butter lettuce leaves

Instructions:

1. Mix the mayo, yogurt and dijon.
2. Fold in the chicken, grapes, celery and pecans.
3. Season with salt and pepper and chill 30 minutes.
4. Line each croissant with a small lettuce leaf.
5. Fill with chicken salad and secure with a toothpick if needed.

5. Pimento Cheese Finger Sandwiches

Southern pimento cheese spread on soft bread and cut into neat little fingers.

Homemade pimento cheese is easy and so much better than store-bought.

Ingredients:

• 16 slices white bread
• 2 cups sharp cheddar, finely shredded
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup mayo
• 1 jar (4 oz) diced pimentos, drained
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Pinch of cayenne

Instructions:

1. Beat the cream cheese and mayo until smooth.
2. Stir in the cheddar, pimentos, garlic powder and cayenne.
3. Spread on half the bread slices.
4. Top with the remaining bread.
5. Trim the crusts and cut each sandwich into 3 fingers.

6. Tuna Salad Mini Croissants

Classic tuna salad with crunchy celery and pickles, served on flaky mini croissants with lettuce and tomato.

It’s an easy pantry filling that feels a little fancy on a croissant.

Ingredients:

• 16 mini croissants, split
• 3 cans (5 oz) tuna, drained
• 1/2 cup mayo
• 2 celery stalks, finely diced
• 2 tbsp dill pickle relish
• 1 tsp dijon
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Lettuce and thin tomato slices

Instructions:

1. Flake the tuna into a bowl.
2. Mix in the mayo, celery, relish, dijon and lemon juice.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Layer lettuce and tomato in each croissant.
5. Spoon in the tuna salad and serve.

7. Watercress and Butter Tea Sandwiches

A traditional English tea sandwich with peppery watercress and soft salted butter.

It’s simple, elegant and perfect for a proper afternoon tea.

Ingredients:

• 16 slices thin white bread
• 1 bunch watercress, thick stems removed
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 4 tbsp salted butter, softened
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• Black pepper

Instructions:

1. Beat the cream cheese, butter and lemon zest together.
2. Spread on all the bread slices.
3. Pile watercress on half the slices and season with pepper.
4. Top with the remaining bread and press gently.
5. Trim the crusts and cut into small triangles.

8. Pear, Blue Cheese and Walnut Sandwiches

Sweet pear slices, creamy blue cheese and toasted walnuts on hearty bread with a drizzle of honey.

Serve them open-faced for a pretty fall and winter party bite.

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette or raisin bread, sliced
• 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
• 4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
• 2 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
• 2 tbsp honey
• Arugula

Instructions:

1. Mix the blue cheese and cream cheese.
2. Toast the bread slices lightly.
3. Spread with the cheese mixture.
4. Top with arugula, pear slices and walnuts.
5. Drizzle with honey just before serving.

9. Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese Bites with Hot Honey

Melty brie and crisp apple slices grilled between buttery bread, cut into bites and drizzled with hot honey.

Sweet, salty and a little spicy, these go fast at fall parties.

Ingredients:

• 12 slices sourdough or French bread
• 8 oz brie, sliced
• 2 apples, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter, softened
• 2 tbsp hot honey or regular honey
• Fresh thyme

Instructions:

1. Butter one side of each bread slice.
2. Layer brie and apple on the unbuttered side of half the slices, then top with the rest, butter side out.
3. Cook in a skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and melted.
4. Cut each sandwich into 4 squares.
5. Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with thyme.

10. Brie and Fig Crostini Bites

Toasted baguette slices topped with creamy brie, sweet fig jam and a sprinkle of nuts.

They’re open-faced and elegant, and they take about 15 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette, sliced into 24 rounds
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8 oz brie, sliced
• 1/2 cup fig jam
• 1/4 cup pistachios or walnuts, chopped
• Fresh thyme
• Honey for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Brush the baguette slices with oil and toast 6 to 8 minutes.
3. Top each with brie and return to the oven 2 to 3 minutes to soften.
4. Add a small spoonful of fig jam.
5. Finish with nuts, thyme and a drizzle of honey.

11. Caprese Mini Sandwiches

Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomato, basil and pesto on soft slider rolls with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

They’re fresh and colorful, and they taste great at room temperature.

Ingredients:

• 12 slider rolls, split
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
• 12 basil leaves
• 1/4 cup basil pesto
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Spread pesto on the cut sides of the rolls.
2. Layer mozzarella, tomato and basil on the bottoms.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
5. Add the tops and secure with toothpicks.

12. Turkey Cranberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches

Sliced turkey with a sweet cranberry cream cheese spread and crisp lettuce.

Perfect for holiday parties or for using up Thanksgiving leftovers.

Ingredients:

• 12 slider rolls or 16 slices bread
• 1 lb sliced turkey breast
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
• 2 tbsp chopped pecans
• Baby spinach or lettuce

Instructions:

1. Mix the cream cheese, cranberry sauce and pecans.
2. Spread on the cut sides of the rolls or bread.
3. Layer turkey and spinach.
4. Close the sandwiches.
5. Cut into halves or quarters and secure with toothpicks.

13. Coronation Curry Chicken Tea Sandwiches

A British classic: chicken in a creamy, lightly curried dressing with mango chutney and golden raisins.

It’s sweet, savory and a little bit different from the usual chicken salad.

Ingredients:

• 16 slices soft bread or 12 mini rolls
• 3 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp mango chutney
• 2 tsp mild curry powder
• 2 tbsp golden raisins
• 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds
• Cilantro

Instructions:

1. Mix the mayo, yogurt, chutney and curry powder.
2. Fold in the chicken, raisins and almonds.
3. Chill 30 minutes.
4. Spread on half the bread and top with cilantro and the remaining bread.
5. Trim and cut into triangles.

14. Hummus Veggie Finger Sandwiches

Creamy hummus layered with cucumber, shredded carrot, spinach and sprouts on whole-grain bread.

They’re a colorful vegetarian option that’s great for mixed crowds.

Ingredients:

• 12 slices whole-grain bread
• 1 cup hummus
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrot
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1/2 cup sprouts
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta (optional)

Instructions:

1. Spread hummus on all the bread slices.
2. Layer cucumber, carrot, spinach, sprouts and feta on half.
3. Top with the remaining bread.
4. Press gently and trim the crusts.
5. Cut into fingers and secure with toothpicks.

15. Avocado and Roasted Red Pepper Sandwiches

Red pepper hummus, creamy avocado, roasted red peppers and feta on soft bread.

They’re fresh, filling and naturally vegetarian.

Ingredients:

• 12 slices whole wheat bread
• 1/2 cup roasted red pepper hummus
• 2 avocados, sliced
• 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta
• 1 cup arugula
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Toss the avocado slices with lemon juice to keep them green.
2. Spread hummus on all the bread.
3. Layer avocado, red peppers, feta and arugula on half.
4. Top with the remaining bread.
5. Cut into quarters.

16. Strawberry Cream Cheese Tea Sandwiches

Sweet strawberry slices over honey-vanilla cream cheese on soft white bread.

They’re a pretty sweet bite for bridal showers, baby showers and Valentine’s tea parties.

Ingredients:

• 16 slices soft white bread
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1 1/2 cups strawberries, thinly sliced
• Fresh mint

Instructions:

1. Beat the cream cheese, honey, vanilla and lemon zest until fluffy.
2. Spread on all the bread.
3. Layer strawberries on half the slices.
4. Top with the remaining bread.
5. Trim the crusts, cut into shapes and garnish with mint.

17. Roast Beef Horseradish Pinwheels

Tender roast beef, cheddar and spinach rolled in tortillas with a zesty horseradish cream cheese.

Slice them into rounds for an easy grab-and-go appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp prepared horseradish
• 1 tsp dijon
• 3/4 lb thinly sliced roast beef
• 4 slices cheddar
• 2 cups baby spinach

Instructions:

1. Mix the cream cheese, horseradish and dijon.
2. Spread over each tortilla, all the way to the edges.
3. Layer roast beef, cheddar and spinach.
4. Roll up tightly, wrap in plastic and chill at least 1 hour.
5. Slice into 1-inch rounds.

18. Smoked Turkey Ranch Pinwheels

Smoked turkey and cheddar rolled with a ranch cream cheese spread and finely chopped veggies.

Kids love them, and they’re perfect for lunchboxes too.

Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 tbsp ranch seasoning
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 3/4 lb sliced smoked turkey

Instructions:

1. Mix the cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar, bell pepper and green onions.
2. Spread over each tortilla.
3. Layer with turkey.
4. Roll up tightly, wrap and chill 1 hour.
5. Slice into rounds.

19. Chicken Caesar Wrap Bites

Chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan and creamy Caesar dressing rolled in tortillas and sliced into bites.

All the flavor of a Caesar salad in a tidy finger food.

Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
• 2 cups romaine, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan
• 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup crushed croutons (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the cream cheese with 2 tbsp Caesar dressing and spread on the tortillas.
2. Toss the chicken, romaine, parmesan and remaining dressing.
3. Spread the filling over the tortillas and sprinkle with croutons.
4. Roll tightly, wrap and chill 30 minutes.
5. Slice into rounds.

20. Mediterranean Falafel Mini Pita Pockets

Crispy falafel tucked into mini pita halves with hummus, tomato, cucumber and a tahini drizzle.

Frozen falafel makes these super quick.

Ingredients:

• 12 mini pitas, halved
• 24 frozen falafel, baked
• 1/2 cup hummus
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp water
• Parsley

Instructions:

1. Bake the falafel according to the package.
2. Whisk the tahini, lemon juice, water and a pinch of salt.
3. Mix the cucumber, tomato and onion.
4. Spread hummus inside each pita half and add one falafel.
5. Top with the salad and a drizzle of tahini.

21. Mini Turkey Club Sandwiches with Turkey Bacon

Triple-decker mini clubs with turkey, crispy turkey bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted bread.

They look impressive stacked on a platter with frilly toothpicks.

Ingredients:

• 18 slices sandwich bread, toasted
• 3/4 lb sliced turkey
• 8 slices turkey bacon, cooked
• 6 slices Swiss or cheddar
• 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
• Lettuce leaves
• 1/2 cup mayo

Instructions:

1. Spread mayo on the toasted bread.
2. Layer turkey, cheese and lettuce on one slice and top with a second slice.
3. Add turkey bacon and tomato and finish with a third slice.
4. Press gently and trim the crusts.
5. Cut into 4 triangles and secure each with a toothpick.

22. Turkey and Swiss Hawaiian Roll Sliders

Warm sliders with turkey and melty Swiss on sweet Hawaiian rolls, brushed with a poppy seed butter.

Assemble them ahead and bake when the party starts.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) Hawaiian rolls
• 3/4 lb sliced turkey
• 6 slices Swiss cheese
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 tbsp dijon
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp poppy seeds
• 1 tbsp dried minced onion

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Slice the rolls in half as one sheet and place the bottoms in a baking dish.
3. Layer turkey and Swiss, then add the tops.
4. Whisk the butter, dijon, Worcestershire, poppy seeds and onion and brush over the tops.
5. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes, then uncover for 5 more.

23. Mini Cheeseburger Sliders

Seasoned ground beef and melted cheese on Hawaiian rolls with pickles and a sesame seed butter top.

Baking them as one sheet means 12 sliders in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) Hawaiian rolls
• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 6 slices American or cheddar
• Dill pickle chips
• 1/4 cup mayo
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Brown the beef with onion and garlic powder and drain.
3. Mix the mayo and ketchup and spread on the roll bottoms in a baking dish.
4. Add beef, cheese and pickles, then the tops.
5. Brush with butter, sprinkle sesame seeds and bake 15 minutes.

24. Philly Cheesesteak Sliders

Thin-sliced steak, sautéed peppers and onions and melty provolone baked on slider rolls.

They’re a game-day favorite and so easy to make for a crowd.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) slider rolls
• 1 lb shaved steak
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced thin
• 1 onion, sliced thin
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 8 slices provolone
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Cook the peppers and onions in oil until soft, then add the steak and Worcestershire and cook 3 minutes.
3. Place the roll bottoms in a dish and layer half the provolone, the steak mixture and the remaining provolone.
4. Add the tops and brush with garlic butter.
5. Bake 15 minutes until melted.

25. Roast Beef and Cheddar Sliders

Deli roast beef and sharp cheddar on soft rolls with a horseradish mayo and an onion butter topping.

A copycat of the drive-through classic, made party-size.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) slider rolls
• 1 lb thinly sliced roast beef
• 6 slices sharp cheddar
• 1/4 cup mayo
• 1 tbsp prepared horseradish
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Mix the mayo and horseradish and spread on the roll bottoms.
3. Layer roast beef and cheddar and add the tops.
4. Brush with butter mixed with onion powder and Worcestershire.
5. Cover and bake 15 minutes, then uncover for 5.

26. BBQ Chicken Sliders with Smoked Gouda

Shredded BBQ chicken, smoky gouda and red onion baked on Hawaiian rolls.

Use rotisserie chicken to have them ready in 25 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) Hawaiian rolls
• 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 3/4 cup BBQ sauce
• 6 slices smoked gouda
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Cilantro

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Toss the chicken with BBQ sauce.
3. Layer the chicken, onion and gouda on the roll bottoms in a baking dish.
4. Add the tops and brush with garlic butter.
5. Bake 15 minutes and garnish with cilantro.

27. Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sliders

Crispy chicken tenders drizzled with hot honey on soft rolls with pickles and a creamy slaw.

Sweet, spicy and crunchy, these are always the first to go.

Ingredients:

• 12 slider buns
• 12 crispy chicken tenders (homemade or frozen)
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 to 2 tsp hot sauce
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 cup coleslaw mix
• 2 tbsp mayo
• Dill pickle chips

Instructions:

1. Cook the chicken tenders until crispy.
2. Warm the honey with hot sauce and pepper flakes.
3. Toss the coleslaw mix with mayo.
4. Drizzle the hot honey over the tenders.
5. Build the sliders with slaw, chicken and pickles.

28. Beef Brisket Sliders

Tender, slow-cooked beef brisket piled on rolls with BBQ sauce and crispy onions.

Make the brisket a day ahead and just warm and assemble at the party.

Ingredients:

• 12 slider buns
• 2 lbs cooked beef brisket, shredded or sliced
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup coleslaw
• 1 cup crispy fried onions
• Pickles

Instructions:

1. Warm the brisket with BBQ sauce in a skillet or slow cooker.
2. Toast the slider buns.
3. Pile brisket on the bottom buns.
4. Top with coleslaw, crispy onions and pickles.
5. Add the tops and serve warm.

29. Chicken and Waffle Sliders

Crispy chicken bites between mini waffles with a drizzle of maple syrup and a little hot sauce.

A fun sweet and savory slider for brunch parties and game day.

Ingredients:

• 24 frozen mini waffles, toasted
• 12 crispy chicken tenders, halved
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• Pickle chips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the chicken tenders until crispy and cut to fit the waffles.
2. Toast the mini waffles.
3. Mix the maple syrup, hot sauce and butter.
4. Sandwich the chicken between two waffles.
5. Drizzle with spicy maple and secure with toothpicks.

30. Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Buffalo chicken and melted cheese on slider rolls with a ranch or blue cheese drizzle.

All the flavor of wings, with no messy fingers.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) slider rolls
• 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 6 slices provolone or pepper jack
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
• Green onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Mix the chicken, buffalo sauce and cream cheese.
3. Spread on the roll bottoms in a baking dish and top with cheese.
4. Add the tops and brush with butter.
5. Bake 15 minutes and drizzle with dressing and green onions.

31. Meatball Parmesan Sliders

Beef meatballs in marinara with melted mozzarella and parmesan on garlic-butter rolls.

Frozen beef meatballs make these one of the easiest hot party sandwiches.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) slider rolls
• 24 frozen beef meatballs, cooked
• 1 1/2 cups marinara
• 8 slices mozzarella
• 1/4 cup parmesan
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Fresh basil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Simmer the meatballs in marinara until hot and cut each in half.
3. Place the roll bottoms in a dish and layer half the mozzarella, the meatballs and sauce, and the remaining mozzarella.
4. Add the tops and brush with butter mixed with garlic and Italian seasoning, then sprinkle with parmesan.
5. Bake 15 minutes and top with basil.

32. Italian Sliders with Beef Salami and Provolone Pesto

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Beef salami, smoked turkey, provolone and basil pesto layered on Hawaiian rolls and baked until melty.

Cheesy, herby and perfect for game day or any party.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack (12) Hawaiian rolls
• 1/4 cup basil pesto
• 1/3 lb sliced beef salami
• 1/3 lb sliced smoked turkey
• 8 slices provolone
• 1/4 cup banana peppers or roasted red peppers
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp parmesan

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Spread pesto on the roll bottoms in a baking dish.
3. Layer the salami, turkey, provolone and peppers.
4. Add the tops and brush with butter mixed with Italian seasoning and parmesan.
5. Cover and bake 15 minutes, then uncover for 5.

33. Lobster Roll Sliders

Chunks of lobster in a light lemony mayo dressing, piled into buttery toasted mini rolls.

They’re a little splurge that makes any party feel special. Shrimp or crab works too.

Ingredients:

• 12 mini brioche or split-top rolls
• 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
• 1/3 cup mayo
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp chives, chopped
• Pinch of Old Bay
• 3 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Mix the lobster, mayo, celery, lemon juice, chives and Old Bay.
2. Chill 15 minutes.
3. Brush the rolls with butter and toast in a skillet until golden.
4. Fill with the lobster salad.
5. Sprinkle with extra chives and serve.

34. Mushroom and Brie Mini Croissant Melts

Garlicky sautéed mushrooms and melted brie in warm mini croissants with a touch of cranberry sauce.

A cozy, vegetarian hot sandwich for holiday parties.

Ingredients:

• 12 mini croissants, split
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 6 oz brie, sliced
• 1/4 cup cranberry sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Sauté the mushrooms in butter until golden, then add garlic and thyme.
3. Spread a little cranberry sauce inside each croissant.
4. Fill with mushrooms and a slice of brie.
5. Bake 8 to 10 minutes until melted.

35. Grilled Cheese Triangles with Tomato Soup Shots

Crispy little grilled cheese sticks served with shot glasses of warm, creamy tomato soup for dunking.

Kids and adults both love these, and they’re perfect for winter parties.

Ingredients:

• 12 slices sandwich bread
• 12 slices cheddar or American cheese
• 4 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Small cups or shot glasses

Instructions:

1. Simmer the tomatoes, broth, sugar and basil for 15 minutes, then blend and stir in cream.
2. Butter the outsides of the bread and add 2 slices cheese per sandwich.
3. Cook in a skillet 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and melted.
4. Cut each sandwich into strips or small triangles.
5. Pour the soup into small cups and serve with a grilled cheese strip on top.

Party Tools That Make Small Sandwiches Easier

These are a few handy things for making and serving small sandwiches for a crowd.

• Sandwich Cutters Set: Cut tea sandwiches into hearts, flowers and stars in seconds.
• Bamboo Party Picks: Hold sliders and club sandwiches together and look cute doing it.
• Tiered Serving Stand: Shows off tea sandwiches at showers and brunches.
• 9×13 Baking Dish: The right size for a 12-pack of slider rolls.
• Serrated Bread Knife: Slices pinwheels and trims crusts cleanly without squishing.

Small sandwiches are one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd. Pick a few cold tea sandwiches you can make ahead, add a pan or two of warm sliders, and your party table is done.

Save this list for your next shower, brunch, game day or holiday party.