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Top 7 DIY party food ideas in under 60 minutes

When there's a special occasion coming up and I need to prepare a party treat for several guests that come over, I'm sticking to the simple party recipes, serving basic foods that require minimal effort but visually look great, with an even greater and delectable taste.

Sure, I might 'test' some of the recipes on my guests, but I've only received a lot of praises for my party menu, guests loved it and invited themselves over for more, later on.

I'd like to think of food as a 'glue' that brings people together during a party, a key component that never fails to deliver.

Without further ado, here are some of my favorite picks as party food ideas.

Finger food pizza

This is an instant hit, especially if you take your time to prepare an exquisite homemade pizza. The secret to a successful pizza party? Getting creative with the knife, slicing the pizza however you like: bite-size pieces, pizza circle rolls, pizza triangle slices with a twist, etc.

You can also enhance the pizza 'temptation' by adding some tasty spices, new and addictive ingredients your guests will instantly appreciate.

Recommended pizza party recipe:

Dough Free Pizza


A wheat and gluten free (low carb) pizza, a great appetizer if sliced in smaller portions.

A wheat and gluten free (low carb) pizza, a great appetizer if sliced in smaller portions.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40-45 minutes

Crust-free delights

You actually find these delights on some picnic or outdoor party menus, but I'm here to let you know I want to establish the quiche as a top-rated party recipe.

Quiches are fast-to-prepare treats, and bite sized portions are perfect for any types of party. They include variation, either cheesy, either meaty, a tasty treat that leaves all the serving plates empty immediately.

I should mention you can prepare these in advance, store them in the fridge and serve them as soon as your guests arrive.

Recommended quiche party recipe:

Crustless Quiche

A cheddar cheese-based crust-free quiche can be prepared with pancetta (Italian bacon) or other types of bacon, also including several other healthy and tasty ingredients.

A cheddar cheese based crust-free quiche, can be prepared with pancetta (Italian bacon) or other types of bacon, also including several other healthy and tasty ingredients.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes

Aubergine party madness

Eggplants are so underrated! I cook eggplants in all sort of meals: salads, veggie dips, curries, grills, fried, baked, even in pasta. The eggplants, however you cook them, are great flavour soakers, delivering a powerful 'punch' to the taste buds every time, and this is why you need to include them in your party menu.

Aubergines are a perfect party nibble, an unforgettable party appetizer that amazes instantly.

Some slicing is required, but it's well worth it, the aubergines will be instantly appreciated by your guests.

Recommended aubergine party recipe:

Miso Aubergines

Marinated with a tasty miso paste, honey and sesame seeds, these aubergines are instant party favorites, no matter the occasion.

Marinated with a tasty miso paste, honey and sesame seeds, these aubergines are instant party favorites, no matter the occasion.

Prep time: 5-10 minutes
Cook time: 35-45 minutes

Dessert-only party recipes

If your party plan is to skip dinner and go straight to dessert, start strong and end with standing ovations.

Several dessert party ideas pop in my head: 10 minute cupcakes, small but yummy tarts, homemade chocolate squares and bars, oh-so-good cakes, brownies, truffles, even fondue.

Plenty to choose from, but I'm sticking to the strong and impactful choices: cakes, pies, cookies. The important forte: small bite size shapes, instant gratification, taste buds explosion.

These dessert party ideas can also be implemented for kids parties, since the sweet-tooth has no age restrictions 🙂

Recommended dessert party recipe no. 1:

Bake-free Lime, Dates and Walnut Pie

A healthy and delightful sweet pie that instantly attracts attention (slice it in cubes, bite-size shaped, however you please).

A healthy and delightful sweet pie that instantly attracts attention (slice it in cubes, bite-size shaped, however you please).

Prep time: 25 minutes
Resting time: 3 hours (worth the wait)

Recommended dessert party recipe no. 2:

Dates, Grapes and Goat Cheese Ball Snacks

Sweet & salty small ball snacks that energize your party guests.

Sweet & salty small ball snacks that energize your party guests.

Prep time: 20 minutes

Recommended dessert party recipe no. 3:

Flaxseed, Cacao and Pecan Nuts Cookies

Sweet and healthy homemade snacks that steal the party attention immediately.

Sweet and healthy homemade snacks that steal the party attention immediately.

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes

Recommended dessert party recipe no. 4:

Carrot Cake with Walnuts

A while back, I asked someone to give me this recipe, that's how good this cake was, and all my guests had the same conclusion.

Carrot cake with walnuts on white plate, decorated with crashed walnuts and walnut halves

Prep time: 20 minutes
Passive time: 30-40 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes

After concluding this list of party recommendations, take this advice: don't forget to also experiment with party drinks! These great party foods, together with a great beverage take the party to a whole new level, and your guests will remember and appreciate your efforts.

If you enjoyed these party ideas, and want to recommend them to friends and loved ones, please share this page by using the social buttons. You can also bookmark this page or pin the recipe images for future 'experimentations'.

Have a great party!

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