you’re able to’t go wrong with these autumn appetizers.

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There’s no shortage of reasons to celebrate during the fall.

The season is filled with gatherings, fromgame daytailgates to fall festivals to al fresco dinner parties and more.

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Of course, no party is complete without plenty of delicious food, startingwith the appetizers.

This crab dip is creamy and spicy with a delectable crunch on top.

They’re ridiculously easy to make and require less than five ingredients.

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Plus, their simplicity (while still plenty flavorful) makes them perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce.

This cheesy dip is easy to make, customize, and scale up for any party or gathering.

Texas Twinkies

Move over party poppers, there’s a new stuffed pepper on the menu!

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Bring a little heat to your gathering with these bacon-wrapped, brisket-filled jalapenos.

Caramel Apple Dip

Broiling this dip after topping with sugar creates a delicious, caramelized topping.

This poblano dip is milder in spice but still bold in flavor.

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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The orange-hued spud also makes the dish a tiny bit healthier without taking away any of the cheesiness.

These sausage balls use spicy sausage to give it that perfect kick this season.

Say hello to your new favorite seasonal nut mix.

Southern Living Texas Trash Dip ready to serve with chips

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Pear-And-Brie Puff Pastry Tarts

Frozen puff pastry serves as the base for brie and fresh pear slices.

Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

Don’ttoss your seedsafter carving up your pretty pumpkins.

The warm and creamy dip is perfect for cool fall evenings and game day parties.

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What’s no to love about a sweet and salty bacon snack bite.

Bust out your slow cooker and let it do the work to make this warm and creamy dip.

Baked Brie In Puff Pastry

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Southern Living Dried Beef Cheese Ball ready to serve with crackers

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Southern Living Tex-Mex Skillet Poblano Dip in a skillet to serve with chips and beer

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loaded deviled eggs

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Southern Living Classic Guacamole in a bowl to serve with tortilla chips on the side

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Southern Living Sweet Potato Queso

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Southern Living Cream Cheese Sausage Balls in a bowl to serve

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Southern Living Bacon Jam on top of whipped goat cheese with crostini to serve

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Cranberry Brie Bites

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Southern Living Bourbon Candied Nuts in a bowl to serve

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Southern Living Pickled Shrimp on plates to serve

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Southern Living Roast Beef Sliders on plates to serve

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Pear-and-Brie Puff Pastry Tarts

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Rotel Dip

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Spicy Sweet Potato Crostini

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Southern Living air fryer pumpkin seeds

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Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

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Three-Cheese Spinach-Artichoke Dip

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Southern Living Bacon Crackers on a platter to serve

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Southern Living Candied Pecans in a bowl to serve

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slow cooker buffalo chicken dip with carrots and chips

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Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs

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smoky snack mix in chevron cone cups

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beer-cheese fondue

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