Hosting a crowd? Here are the best sandwiches to serve at a party that will please even the pickiest of eaters!
As a busy parent, planning a party can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to deciding what to serve your guests.
One fantastic and crowd-pleasing option is sandwiches!
They are not only easy to prepare but also offer endless possibilities for flavor combinations.
In this blog post, we’ll explore some scrumptious sandwich ideas that are sure to impress your guests and make your party a hit!
Classic Sandwiches with a Twist
Traditional sandwiches are traditional hits for a reason. Adding a unique twist is an easy way to make them standout!
Classic sandwiches include:
- BLT
- turkey and cheese
- ham and Swiss
Global Sandwich Flavors
Depending on if your party has a theme or aesthetic, it could be fun to explore international flavors in sandwich form, perfect for adding variety to your party spread.
Popular sandwiches from around the world include:
- banh mi
- Cuban sandwich
- gyro
Vegetarian and Vegan Options
If your attendees are vegetarian or prefer veggies, it can be important to have vegetarian or vegan sandwich options.
You can cater to the dietary needs and preferences of your guests with delicious meatless sandwich choices.
Here are some great vegetarian and vegan options:
- grilled vegetable panini
- chickpea salad wraps
- avocado toasties
Mini and Slider Sandwiches
I personally love a party food that is 2 bites or less. It makes it easier to eat and talk, even while holding a drink.
Bite-sized sandwiches are really perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ideas for mini and slider sandwiches include:
- pulled pork sliders
- chicken Caesar bites
- caprese skewers
Unique Bread and Wrap Choices
Get creative by exploring different types of bread and wraps to elevate your sandwiches.
Here are some unique bread options:
- ciabatta
- pretzel buns
- tortilla wraps
- lettuce wraps
Sweet Sandwiches for Dessert
Want an unexpected sandwich idea? How about a dessert sandwich!
Sweet sandwiches can be a delightful addition to your party’s dessert selection.
Ideas for dessert sandwiches:
- Nutella and banana
- strawberry shortcake sliders
- s’mores sandwiches
The best sandwiches to serve at parties
Here are some specific recipes for crowd-pleasing sandwiches!
Sandwiches to serve at a party
Here are a ton of great recipe ideas for sandwiches to serve at a party.
A delicious and filling sandwich that uses simple ingredients. Very budget friendly and can be made ahead. Our family loves these ground Bologna sandwiches.
Smoked Chicken Salad with Grapes is the most delicious way to enjoy leftover chicken. So quick and easy to make, this smoky twist on classic chicken salad makes the perfect lunch or dinner.
Got turkey dinner leftovers? Baked Hawaiian Roll Turkey Sliders are an easy and delicious way to use them up. These leftover turkey sliders make the perfect game day or midnight snack for a hungry crowd.
These muffuletta sliders are a "mini" version of its original "giant" sandwich, filled with generous amount of meats, cheeses, and a homemade olive spread.
Indulge in the savory goodness of slow cooker Italian beef sandwiches, featuring tender, seasoned beef piled high on a bun for a flavorful taste experience.
Quick, easy and ready in minutes, these hearty steak sandwiches are perfect for a meal or for making for a crowd.
These cute little blackberry bourbon burger sliders are sure to become a huge hit at your next holiday or game day party - and your guests will love them!
A big batch of sloppy joes is perfect for a party, family reunion or large gathering of any kind. This recipe is even better made in advance and is perfect reheated in a slow cooker or roaster.
These Danish open-faced sandwiches, or Smørrebrød, are probably the best sandwiches you will ever eat; easy to put together yet impressive in appearance, so versatile, and incredibly delicious.
The classic British tea sandwich is perfect for entertaining. Easy to make with only three ingredients, it's a crowd-pleaser every time!
My favorite Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich is loaded with hummus and feta cheese, fresh vegetables and topped with sprouts. You won’t miss the meat in this vegetarian sandwich recipe.
These turkey wraps are filled with turkey, bacon, lettuce and more! Slice into small rounds or halves for larger sizes.
This easy avocado sandwich is a popular choice and great if you have any vegetarians or vegans present.
The viral chopped Italian sandwich. This unique sandwich has become a favorite of many TikTok users for its mouth-watering combination of ingredients and its simple preparation, making it another must try TikTok viral recipes. The recipe is easy to follow, and the end result is a delicious sandwich that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
Indian style, plant based, lentil wraps loaded with veggies, lentils. recipe has step wise pics, tips, video for air fryer and stove top methods.
How do you get kids at a party to eat broccoli and mushrooms? Hide them in a grilled cheese and they will devour them.
Eggplant Torta is a fancy Italian sandwich that is super easy to make. It’s so easy to make and tastes really good. Favorite among kids and adults. -
These ribbon sandwiches are perfect for times when you need something a little “extra” to serve at a party. They’re beautifully layered and there are many different filling options.
The sandwich of sandwiches, a New York Club Sandwich is that iconic dagwood or triple decker sandwich that graces the menus of diners across America. The best club sandwich recipe boasts the framework of a BLT, but adds various types of cheese, deli chicken or turkey, sometimes ham, and an additional layer of sliced bread smack dab in the middle.
Level up your pizza game with these mouthwatering Pepperoni Pizza Sliders! Bite-sized, cheesy, and packed with pepperoni goodness, they're the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
The ultimate kids party food, Fairy Bread is an Aussie classic that ALL kids will love.
We've take the classic version and turned it into individual sandwiches with a bit of creamy avocado added in! Easy appetizers for a party or enjoy a couple for a light lunch too!
Classic flavors slimmed down into an easy pinwheel sandwich recipe perfect as an easy appetizer or easy lunch.
Gourmet Grilled Cheese Recipe with Bacon, Havarti, and Caramelized Onions
This Havarti Grilled Cheese with Bacon is a real crowd pleaser! Packed with flavor from two kinds of cheese, crispy bacon, and dijon mustard!
This easy-to-make prawn cocktail sandwich with Marie Rose sauce is soft, creamy and extremely tasty. It’s perfect for lunch, parties or afternoon tea.
Elevate the humble cheese sandwich with a few tasty extras to make a knockout snack to serve at parties.
Take your average chicken salad sandwich to the next level! This coconut chicken salad is delicious on rolls or served with crackers, and can easily be made ahead of time to simplify your party prep.
Herby mashed avocado finger sandwiches with cucumber and sprouts are a fresh and healthy appetizer for any occasion.
Turkey cranberry sliders take just a few minutes to make and are oh so tasty!
Cheeseburger sliders are ground beef and cheese sandwiches topped with a sweet and tangy sauce in this yummy baked sandwich recipe!
These Ham and Turkey Sliders turn deli lunchmeat into something special with the addition of caramelized onions and arugula. Watch them disappear on game day!
Add an elegant touch to your next party with these Lamb Sliders. Succulent, spiced, roasted lamb is paired with a creamy pesto mayo and pickled radishes to make an irresistible tiny sandwich.
Elevate your party with the elegant simplicity of our Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich with Herb Mayo. This fresh and creamy sandwich, with its vibrant flavors and textures, is the perfect handheld delight to tantalize your guests' palates.
Funeral Sandwiches are delicious ham and cheese sliders you can make as an easy appetizer recipe or as a family friendly meal
These Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders are delicious mini sandwiches perfect for eating at home or on the go. Filled with juicy chicken, crispy bacon, melty cheddar cheese and a hint of ranch dressing, these sliders are 100% family approved!
This warm and cheesy Baked Roast Beef Sliders Recipe is the perfect game day appetizer, or weeknight family dinner. Simple to make and ready in about 30 minutes!
Discover the simplicity of creating a Japanese Egg Sandwich, also known as Tamago Sando, with this easy recipe. Creamy mashed egg salad nestled between slices of soft and fluffy shokupan milk bread.
Your taste buds are in for an explosion of Asian flavors including ginger, pineapple and sesame with just a hint of heat in these Hawaiian Pork Sandwiches.
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