Game Day Grub: The Ultimate List of Football Food Ideas
In need of some great game day food ideas? We’ve got you covered with football party food inspiration from the first kickoff to the final touchdown.
Plan your game-day menu with these delicious recipe ideas! 🏈
Are you ready for the big game? We’ve got ya covered with tons of fantastic football food ideas! From appetizers to desserts, we’ve got it all!
There’s nothing like watching the biggest football game of the year while enjoying delicious food with your family!
Start out with these yummy game day dips:
4 Different Cheese Dips on 1 Sheet Pan
Why have one when you can have FOUR dips for your football-watching party?! Please any crowd with this oversized and abundant sheet pan dip idea — dippers included!
Velveeta Queso Dip
Yep, more CHEESE! Keep things simple with this classic queso recipe (and bookmark it whenever you’re in a pinch for a staple appetizer recipe!)
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Basic can be boring. Turn up the flavor with our yummy Mexican Street Corn Dip. The lime and cilantro flavors really make it pop!
Baked Taco Dip
No fiesta is complete without a spicy and savory taco-inspired snack! You may even have all these ingredients on hand already for this football food idea. 🙌
Blue Cheese Creamy French Onion Dip
Calling all blue cheese lovers! This tasty French onion dip tastes amazing with your favorite potato chips. Serve this football food idea at your next party if you want a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
If you need a crowd-pleasing dish this football season, you can’t go wrong with this tried and true recipe. If you want to jazz up your presentation, try serving your Buffalo chicken dip in a bread bowl.
BLT Dip
This cold and creamy dip is so simple to whip up! It has all the fixings of a great BLT combined with the refreshing taste of ranch!
Cheesy Crab Rangoon Dip
This creative appetizer is rich and flavorful. It’s made with three different cheeses plus crispy wonton dippers for a satisfying crunch!
Pumpkin Pie Dip
Looking for a sweet dip? Football season is the perfect time for our Pumpkin Pie Dip! It’s ready to go in just 10 minutes! We like to serve ours with graham crackers and Nilla wafers.
Keto Ranch Dip
Keep it low-carb with this delicious homemade keto ranch dip. It’s super easy to whip up and can be ready in just 5 minutes!
Keto Pimento Cheese Dip
Low-carb lovers will rejoice when this cheesy dip is served. Put out a bowl of pork rinds or keto veggies and no one will realize their snack is full of flavor without the carbs!
Keto Dill Dip
Bored of classic ranch dip? Make this 5-minute dill dip instead! This recipe can be made using pantry staples and it’s a favorite of Hip2Save’s Lina and Rachel.
Fresh Avocado Feta Salsa
Looking for a creative dip to serve on game day? Look no further than our avocado and feta dish. This refreshing salsa is a touchdown!
Homemade Guacamole
Simple recipes can be a smash and this yummy guacamole is no exception! This easy recipe is a welcome addition to any football party. 🥑
Jalapeño Popper Dip
Want to spice up your gameday food selection? Your guests might just tackle each other to get the last bite of this delicious jalapeño popper dip. We love that this recipe calls for only a few common ingredients like mayonnaise and cream cheese.
Layered Melted Pizza Dip
Pizza is one of the most common football food ideas. Make your party stand out with this highly-rated dip that puts a spin on a classic!
Parmesan Artichoke Dip
Looking for a quick game day food idea? Parmesan artichoke dish is always a hit and our recipe only uses 4 ingredients!
Keto Spinach Artichoke Dip
Grab your instant pot and make this keto spinach artichoke dip for your Game Day party. It’s a creamy, cheesy crowdpleaser that goes fast, but if by some miracle you do have dip left after the party, you can look forward to it tasting just as awesome the next day!
Swiss Cheese Bacon Dip
Are you out of recipe ideas and need a Hail Mary? This crave-worthy recipe will come to the rescue. This bacon with Swiss cheese dip is so popular that we never seem to have any left after the game! 😋
Warm Bacon Cheese Keto Dip
If you prefer cheddar over Swiss cheese, try this warm bacon dip at your game-day party. It’s a low carb recipe that everyone seems to love and you can have it on the table in just 10 minutes.
Restaurant Style White Queso Dip
Break out the tortilla chips and get to snacking on this scrumptious white queso dip that tastes just like it does in the restaurant!
Keto Queso Dip
Just because you’re watching your carbs doesn’t mean you have to sit on the sidelines. Join in on the football food feast with this keto-friendly queso dip!
If you’re serving multiple gameday dips but don’t own more than one slow cooker to keep them warm, no worries!
This life-changing Crock-Pot hack from Reynold’s Kitchens uses aluminum foil and slow cooker liners to create a divider inside your slow cooker, enabling you to cook two dips simultaneously. Genius!
Up next: appetizers and handhelds – the ultimate gameday foods!
Air Fryer Empanadas
Wow your guests with this homemade empanadas recipe! These empanadas look intricate, but they’re easy to make! Stuff them with ground beef or turkey based on your preference.
Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Ball
Score some compliments when you serve this tasty cheeseball. This ultimate football food idea combines bacon, cheese, and jalapeño for the win! 🏆
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Own an air fryer? You can whip up these yummy jalapeño poppers using just 3 ingredients! It’s the perfect fast and keto-friendly recipe for a football party!
Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
Is it a stretch to think this poppable gameday appetizer looks like mini footballs? You just need bacon, Brussels sprouts, salt, and pepper. Spear them on toothpicks for the perfect handheld appetizer! 🥓
Bacon Wrapped Sausage Stuffed With Cheese and Jalepeños
Can’t choose between sausage or bacon? Now you don’t have to! This meat-lovers delight will keep your guests satiated as they watch their favorite football team try to win the game.
Buffalo Brussels Sprouts
Enjoy a crispy gameday snack that has great texture and a flavorful crunch. Thanks to your air fryer and some light breading, Brussels sprouts have never tasted so good!
Chicken Parmesan Sliders
You’ll hardly believe these amazing sliders only take 40 minutes to make. This recipe is a party in your mouth. Make these chicken parmesan sliders all in one pan using your favorite dinner rolls, frozen chicken tenders, and melted mozzarella cheese.
Buffalo Chicken Roll-Ups
This keto-friendly, low-carb dish is the definition of comfort food! Wrap your Buffalo chicken mix in flavorful browned cheese. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a meal to remember!
Cheesy Cowboy Casserole
Simplify your gameday cooking with a hearty crockpot recipe. This cheesy cowboy supper is made with ground beef, potatoes, corn, beans, and gooey cheese. This tasty dish will be the hit of any football potluck or tailgating party. 🤠
Cheeseburger Sliders
This easy slider recipe is a hit with adults and children alike. We still can’t believe how simple they are to make. Bake the burgers and the Hawaiian rolls in the oven and in 25 minutes, you’ll be able to feed a small party. 🍔
Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes
This keto appetizer may become your new favorite dish to serve! Use an air fryer to cook up a batch and they’ll be ready in 13 minutes!
Cheesy Taco Stuffed Breadsticks
Even picky eaters seem to love this innovative side dish. With only 3 ingredients, this recipe is hard to fumble. These taco-stuffed breadsticks are sure to be the MVP of your next football party.
Cutting carbs? We make a keto version too!
Easy Corn Salad
This simple corn salad makes for a flavorful and refreshing side dish and will be a hit with any crowd. 🌽
Crispy Roasted Potato Bites
These handheld potato bites are a nice change from standard French fries, tater tots, or mashed potatoes. Bake sliced potatoes on a sheet pan and coat them in delicious parmesan garlic oil. Take them out of the oven and watch how fast your guests huddle around the pan.
Keto Cheesy Zucchini Pizza Bites
Go low carb with our yummy keto zucchini pizza bites recipe. It makes 24 servings – perfect for a football party!
Wedge Salad Board For A Crowd
Surprise your guests with a make-your-own-salad bar. It’s a unique starter to serve at a small football gathering!
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
The combination of dill pickles with pasta salad is dynamite! We love that this 15-minute salad can be made vegetarian or with meat like tuna or chicken.
Simple Homemade Pizza Bites
Use an ice cube tray to make these easy pizza bites right at home! The recipe makes 14 servings!
Crispy Taco Wonton Cups
Keep it simple with this easy Gameday appetizer idea! For a twist on tacos, put your taco filling in wonton wrappers instead and you’ll have a perfect handheld snack for party guests.
3-Ingredient Easy Baked Brie Puff Pastry
Fancy football fans will love it if you serve up this baked brie puff pastry with some crisp apple slices. With only 3-ingredients, your guests will never guess how easy this upscale appetizer was to make!
Keto Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats
Keep your diet on track this gameday with a tasty low cab appetizer. These buffalo chicken zucchini boats are full of flavor but only contain 5 grams of carbs per serving!
Everything Bagel Seasoned Chicken Tenders
Try a creative spin on traditional chicken tenders. Some bagel seasoning and breadcrumbs transform your tenders into a delicious handheld bite.
Crispy Tater Tot Nachos
Can’t decide between nachos and tater tots? Now you don’t have to choose! This hearty recipe is one of our favorite gameday food ideas.
Everything But The Bagel Cheese Ball
While the football players throw their ball, make one of your own! Use bacon, mozzarella, cream cheese, and bagel seasoning to make this fun cheese ball that’s worthy of a spot on the table come game day. 🏈
Grilled Ham and Cheese Pull-Apart Sandwiches
Feeding a small party? These tasty ham and cheese sandwiches are just what you need! One of our most popular recipes, these sandwiches are a cinch to make and are easy to hold in one hand while you cheer for your team with the other.
Keto Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers
Going low-carb? No problem. These appetizing stuffed peppers don’t lack flavor. For a satiating snack, fill your favorite colored peppers with garlic, onions, chicken sausage, and cheese.
Jalapeño Popper Chicken Taquitos
Impress your guests with these homemade taquitos that you can whip up in your Crockpot! If you have any leftovers, these yummy taquitos heat up well the next day, too!
Pepperoni Bites with Boursin Cheese
This keto-friendly appetizer is a cinch to make! You only need 2-ingredients to create this flavorful, low carb snack.
Philly Cheesesteak Party Sliders
Here’s another one of our favorite simple slider recipes! Philadelphia Eagles fans will have fun serving these scrumptious sandwiches at their next football party or tailgate.
Pine Cone Cheese Ball Appetizers
Hosting a football party near the holidays? This festive cheeseball with almonds is the perfect addition to your game day food table.
Loaded Zucchini Skins
This low-carb football food appetizer is a fun play on the popular potato skins. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a healthy snack that tastes positively sinful.
Keto Ham, Pickle, and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups
Sometimes called “Minnesota Sushi” this easy low carb appetizer is always a crowdpleaser.
Easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
Love Southern cooking? Us too! This easy sheet pan shrimp boil is perfect for a tailgate or football party. Whether your group loves Southern food or you’re fans of a Southern football team like the New Orleans Saints, this recipe is sure to please! It’s so easy to make and it’s ready in just 35 minutes! 🍤🙌
Southwest Chili
This comfort food will keep you warm on those colder football nights. We love how easy this recipe is to make over the stove and how each of your guests can customize their toppings. It’s the perfect recipe for a make-your-own chili bar.
Sweet Potato Fries With Avocado Dipping Sauce
Sweeten your gameday spread with these crispy sweet potato fries made in the air fryer. What sets this dish apart is the delicious avocado dipping sauce. Made with cilantro and lime, this dip is creamy and refreshing.
Texas Toast Meatball Subs
Make a sheet of open-faced meatball subs on Texas Toast. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s bound to be a touchdown on game day!
Hip Tip: Want a hands-off hosting approach? Try Walking Tacos by having a slow cooker full of taco meat and use individual-sized chip bags as the base of the tacos. Then your guests pile on their favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for a hand-held snack in the bag—just grab a fork, no plate required!
You can even try this method as a dessert with Nilla wafers and banana pudding. Yum!
Feed your inner carnivore with chicken wings & meatballs.
Air Fryer Parmesan Meatballs
Meatballs are one of the most popular gameday food ideas and now you can make them in the air fryer. Using common ingredients, you can whip these flavorful meatballs up in about 15 minutes.
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
These keto meatballs are worthy of a trophy. They combine sausage and cream cheese for a decadent bite. The recipe makes 45 balls which is the perfect amount for your next tailgate, gameday party, or fantasy football league get-together.
Dill Pickle Chicken Wings
Chicken wings are the ultimate football food and this keto-friendly recipe gives them a tangy spin. Use dill pickle juice to season your wings and pop them in the air fryer to make a delicious handheld treat. 🥒🍗
Keto Apricot Glazed Party Meatballs
Pair the sweet taste of fruit with the savory flavor of meatballs. This low carb recipe is a match made in heaven!
Honey BBQ Baked Chicken Wings
Looking for a finger-lookin’ good football food idea to serve this season? Bake these sweet and smoky honey BBQ wings that will make your mouth water.
Keto Meatballs
These juicy keto meatballs are made with marinara sauce and melted parmesan cheese. This simple recipe is versatile and adaptable so you can customize it to your liking.
Slow Cooker Buffalo BBQ Chicken Wings
Need an entree that is easy to transport to a tailgate party or football food potluck? These slow cooker Buffalo wings fit the bill! These super tender chicken wings are full of flavor and ready to fall off the bone.
Slow Cooker Cranberry Chili Meatballs
These sweet and sour meatballs are a party for your mouth. This simple recipe is a hit with readers too! It only takes 3 ingredients to make these highly rated zesty meatballs!
Sriracha Honey Chicken Wings
Are you a fan of crispy chicken wings? These sriracha honey wings are dusted with baking powder and cooked in the oven. The result is a flavorful and extra crisp outer coating.
Low Carb Swedish Meatballs
Transform IKEA’s famous Swedish meatballs into a low carb party dish. This recipe is perfect for your gameday party lineup. Trust us when we say that these creamy meatballs don’t belong on the bench!
Prefer a full carb version? We’ve got it!
Don’t forget kid-friendly game day foods for the little ones!
Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders
What kiddo doesn’t love chicken fingers? Put a healthy spin on yours by using your air fryer. Our chicken tenders and honey mustard recipe keeps the kids coming back for more!
Air Fryer Bagel Dogs
This unique recipe puts a healthier spin on the average hot dog. Cooked in the air fryer, this recipe avoids excess grease. Plus, kids love the puffy dough crust that takes the place of a boring old bun.
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
What kid doesn’t love cheese sticks? Keep your kids happy and full with these 5-ingredient air fryer mozzarella sticks. The adults will love them too!
Ham & Cheese Air Fryer Hot Pockets
These hot pockets are made with homemade dough that only calls for 2-ingredients! Your kiddos will enjoy this tasty treat that looks like one of their favorite frozen snacks.
Low Carb Pigs In A Blanket
This fun party food is keto-friendly! Who doesn’t love pigs in a blanket? Wrap your hot dogs in fathead dough for a trendy take on a traditional dish.
Keto Pizza Roll-Ups
It doesn’t get easier than this yummy gameday recipe. You only need 2-ingredients – mozzarella cheese slices and pepperoni! Have them on the table in just 8 minutes!
Make-Your-Own Hot Dog Board
This charcuterie-style hot dog board is one of our favorite gameday food ideas! Both kids and adults will love this innovative idea that allows them to customize their hot dogs to their tastes. 🌭
Mini Corn Dog Muffins
How cute are these sweet and savory muffins? They make a great appetizer or meal come gameday. Spend more time watching the football game and less time in the kitchen. These poppable bites are great for kids and adults alike and they’re ready in under 30 minutes!
3-Ingredient Pizza Crescents
Ready in just 25 minutes, these easy 3-ingredient pizza crescents are a crowd-pleaser. Every bite is full of delicious cheese and pepperoni! Yum!
Pull Apart Pizza Bread
This recipe is an oldie but a goodie. Use pizza dough or biscuits as your crust. Add it to a baking dish along with your toppings and in 35 minutes you’ll have a savory pizza bread for all to enjoy.
Kids love handheld foods and cheeseburgers! We pair the two together with this fun gameday recipe. Let the kiddos apply their own condiments to customize each “burger” to their tastes.
10-Minute Kid Approved Sloppy Joes
For a hearty meal, make these easy Sloppy Joes that are a hit with the Hip Team’s kiddos.
Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups
Kids love these simple handheld snacks that utilize ingredients you may already have in your fridge. Combine crescent rolls with Colby Jack cheese sticks, turkey, and salami for a delicious mouthful that kids will actually eat.
Never skimp on gameday dessert!
Chocolate Dipped “Football” Apple Slices
Themed recipes are so much fun! These festive football apple slices are perfect for tailgating on Sunday, enjoying Monday night football, or partying for the big game.
Almond Joy Brownies
These brownies are anything but boring! Use marshmallow creme, almonds, and coconut to make a dessert that stands out from the rest.
Campfire S’mores In A Bag
A sweet variation of a walking taco, these s’mores in a bag are perfect for fall nights watching football. Talk about an easy cleanup!
Candy Corn Pretzel Hugs
All you need to make this festive recipe is pretzels, candy corn (or replace with a pecan), and Hershey Hugs. These are great to make when you want something small to snack on without making you overly full. 🥨
Cannoli Dip
This Italian dessert is positively addicting. If you love cannolis, try this dip variation. It tastes excellent served with our easy cinnamon chips.
Chocolate Fudge
This crave-worthy chocolate fudge requires only 3 ingredients and can be made right in your microwave!
Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Spread
This ooey gooey caramel apple spread is a crowd-pleaser. Who knew such a simple autumn recipe could taste so sensational?
Cream Cheese Brownies
These decadent brownies will be the hit of your next football party. This rich and flavorful dessert is sure to score you compliments.
Keto Kitchen Sink Brownies
We know that those on keto still like to enjoy something sweet. These brownies incorporate delicious ingredients like coconut, peanut butter chips, pecans, shortbread cookies, and more. These kitchen sink brownies are so good, you won’t even know they are low-carb. 🙌
Keto Copycat Crumbl Cookies
Enjoy the decadent taste of Crumbl cookies in a low carb version made right at home!
Homemade Thin Mints
The end of Football season comes just before cookie season starts, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your favorite flavors. This innovative recipe uses Ritz crackers to recreate the popular Girl Scout cookie, Thin Mints.
No-Bake Oreo Balls
A no-bake recipe is ideal for those wanting to transport their dessert. If you have a tailgate or football party to attend, these no-bake Oreo balls make the perfect dessert bites. We love that you can customize the flavors. Best of all, they only require 3 ingredients!
Pumpkin Yogurt Bark
This no-bake yogurt bark is so simple to make! Who knew yogurt, pumpkin, pecans, and chocolate chips could make such a scrumptious, low carb dessert?
Easy Apple Dump Cake
Whip up this easy and delicious cake in your Crock Pot. Let guests serve themselves a helping or do it for them and place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!
No-Bake S’mores Lasagna Recipe
Nothing says fall like s’mores and watching football outdoors! This no-bake s’mores lasagna has all the marshmallow goodness you’re looking for except it will keep your hands clean while you eat it! Prepare to drool over this mouth-watering dessert!
Reese’s Peanut Butter Ball
Do you love a good cheese ball? Now you can try this dessert variation! The taste of peanut butter and Reese’s Pieces together is perfection!
Frozen Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Banana Bites
Who doesn’t love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate? Pair this winning combo with healthy banana bites and you’ll have a tasty handheld treat for the kiddos.
Keto Snickers Pie
Your low carb guests don’t have to miss out on the sweets. Prepare this decadent “Snickers” pie that was featured on our sister site, Hip2Keto. It might just be named the “MVP” of the party!
Mini Pumpkin Pies
Use a store-bought pumpkin pie and a biscuit cutter to create handheld pumpkin pie bites topped with whipped cream.
Vanilla Crazy Cake (Eggles, Dairy-Free, And Vegan!)
Want an affordable cake made from scratch? Whether you’re on a special diet or you just don’t have any dairy on hand, this dessert recipe can fit your needs. Many readers report having their own family recipe for this popular depression-era cake. We hope you love this Hip2Save version too! 🍰
Sopapilla Cheesecake Squares
This unique dessert was made with cheesecake lovers in mind! It’s a Hip2Save “Family Favorite” recipe and one that is super simple to make. You just need cream cheese, crescent dough, and a few other simple ingredients. This cinnamon and sugar dessert is sure to be a smash!
Texas Sheet Cake
You don’t have to be a Dallas Cowboys fan to love this sheet cake! This tried and true recipe creates a decadent and moist cake. If you love the flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, don’t miss out on this flavorful dessert!
Eat low-carb? Check out more of our keto gameday foods on Hip2Keto.com!
Now I’m officially starving!!! Thanks for the recipes, there’s many I want to try!!!
You’re SO welcome! Enjoy! 🙌🤗
I’m pretty excited to try the crockpot divider hack!
Yay! It sure is a cool tip! Hope you love it too! 💞
I’m bookmarking this even though I have no intention of throwing a super bowl party. This list is handy for any party. It’s good stuff that just about everyone would appreciate, yet very doable. Thank you for this!
You’re very welcome, Del! I’ll be sure to pass your sweet comment along to the team! I agree that these recipes and ideas are great for any gathering. ❤️
Wow! What an awesome post! This is an amazing resource with so many options. Thank you so much!
You’re welcome, Cheryl! 🩷🙌 Glad this list is helpful! Hope you enjoy all of your game day food this weekend! 🏈