All attention this week is turning to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. I’m invited to a Big Game party at the home of a friend in Fort Myers who cares more about the food than football. You probably have one of those friends, or perhaps you ARE that friend. I’m trying to come up with a different dish to contribute to the soiree rather than my usual. Of course I turned to social media for some new ideas and inspiration and want to share them with you too. Here are 5 easy party foods for big game gatherings in SWFL this weekend and for TikTok Tuesday.

Hey, there is nothing wrong with bringing a cheese and charcuterie board to a party. It takes a little time to assemble but it is great for noshing and no cooking is required.

Football party food ideas

Supermarkets are loaded with all kinds of snacks and game day goodies. Sure you can pick up a bag of chips and a pre-made dip. Or maybe bringing the booze is your contribution. However, at some point it is nice to have something a little more substantial to eat. It doesn’t have to be all junk either.

If you are looking to make some healthful snacks for your party, here are some I posted for New Years. However, they are good for all year long and for all occasions. In addition, I’ve put together five videos that stood out in my foodie feeds this week for even more inspiration. If you don’t have a TikTok account, don’t worry. We will use mine. Scroll down and hit play from this post. The videos are office friendly and easy to share with co-workers and friends. Here are 5 easy party foods for big game gatherings in SWFL this weekend. Check them out.

• Football Cheeseball

  This is creative and cool. First of all, cheese is a staple for football parties. It is served on trays, in hot dips and on sandwiches. However, this is different and it looks easy to execute. You will definitely get some high fives for presentation. Taste too.

  @kampers_kitchen

  Let’s be honest- we’re all just here for the Super Bowl snacks 😜⠀ ⠀ This cheesy jalapeño football has your game day app covered 🏈🔥⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Ingredients👇🏼⠀⠀⠀ 1 package Boursin cheese⠀ 8-10 oz cream cheese, room temp ⠀ 1 tsp onion powder⠀ 1 cup shredded cheddar, divided⠀ 1/2 cup chopped pecans, divided⠀ 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon, divided⠀ 1 diced fresh jalapeño, divided⠀ 1/4 cup chopped green onion, divided⠀ 1 slice mozzarella cheese (football laces)⠀ Crackers, pretzels or veggies for dipping ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ In a mixing bowl, stir together Boursin, cream cheese, onion powder and half portions of remaining ingredients (cheddar cheese, pecans, bacon, green onion, jalapeño).⠀ ⠀ Form a football with the mixture using your hands. Wrap tightly with Saran Wrap and place in freezer for 20 minutes. ⠀ ⠀ Using a shallow dish, toss together all remaining cheese, pecans, bacon, green onion and jalapeño. Unwrap football and heavily coat with cheese mixture. Cut thin strips out of mozzarella slice to form laces of football. Serve with your favorite crackers, pretzels and celery sticks. ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #kamperskitchen #superbowl #football #cheese #cheeseball #boursin #party #appetizer #NFL #recipe #superbowlsnacks

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• Tater Tot Skewers

  This is brilliant. Why haven’t I thought about this or seen it at a party. Almost everyone likes tater tots and this preparation requires no utensils to eat. You could doctor these up with your favorite toppings too.

  @wendy_fl_2.0

  #nfl #superbowl #foodie #yummy #taterscewer #gameday #onthisday #weekendvibes

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• Slow Cook Corn Dip

  Dips are quintessential to big game parties and there are all kinds. I like the idea of throwing everything into a crock pot and forgetting about it. This is different as it is inspired by the flavors of street corn. I doubt this will be repeated at your party so it will stand out. Don’t forget the chips or even celery for dipping.

  @badbatchbaking

  Slow cooker corn dip with all the elote street corn toppings we love 🥰 #appetizerrecipe #appetizersideas #footballfood #footballfoodideas #superbowlfoodideas #superbowl2024 #fingerfoods #nyerecipes #newyearseverecipes #appetizeridea #partyfoodideas #gamedayfood

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• Crispy Mini Tacos

  Who doesn’t love a good taco. This taco has a twist. A couple of them. First they use the mini tortilla’s so they are small and easy to handle. Next, they are fried crisp. Not only does it add nice texture but it also makes then a little less messy. Add all kinds of ingredients and have fun.

  @badbatchbaking

  Garlic buffalo mini crispy tacos pan-fried to perfection #minitacos #superbowlfood #superbowlsnacks #superbowlfood2024 #superbowlfoods #footballfoodideas #footballfood #gamedayfoodideas #appetizerideas

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• Football Dessert

  This is very similar to the first video, the football cheeseball. However, this is the sweet version. I can almost guarantee you wont see a double on the food table. And, no party is complete without something sweet. The execution looks pretty easy and you can surround the dip with all kinds of fruit, cookies and similar goodies.

  @amanda_mcfarlane

  You must have this cream cheese and Oreo football dip at your super bowl party! It’s the perfect sweet appetizer🏟️ INGREDIENTS 🏈 8oz softened cream cheese 🏈 1 stick softened butter 🏈 1 & 1/2cup Powdered sugar 🏈 2 TBS brown sugar 🏈 1/4 tsp vanilla 🏈 16 double stuffed Oreos 🏈 1 bag of mini chocolate chips ▪️Using an electric mixer, cream together , butter &cream cheese. Add crushed Oreos, powdered sugar, vanilla and brown sugar (can omit brown sugar for less sweetness) and beat with mixer until smooth. ▪️Empty dip onto plastic wrap, wrap in a ball and chill for about 3-4 hours in the fridge or 2 hours in freezer(dip should be firm enough to mold & hold shape) ▪️Remove from fridge, add to serving board and mold into a football using plastic wrap. Cover in mini chocolate chips. Add white frosting to a ziplock bag , cut the tip with scissors to make a piping bag to draw on laces. ▪️Add your favorite dipping cookies/fruits and enjoy ! Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge covered. #superbowl#superbowlparty#superbowlappetizer#superbowlappetizers#footballdip#appetizer#easyrecipe#easyrecipes#budgetfriendly#footballcharcuterie#superbowl2024#superbowlpartyideas#superbowlfood#footballfood#footballappetizers#gameday#gamedayeats#superbowlsunday#superbowlideas

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