This pomegranate mojito is bright and beautiful, with a tangy minty flavor! Starring mint and bright red pomegranate juice, it…
This pomegranate mojito is bright and beautiful, with a tangy minty flavor! Starring mint and bright red pomegranate juice, it makes a big pitcher that’s perfect for entertaining. This is one of our favorite mojito variations!
When it comes to parties, we’re all about pitcher drinks—especially the Mojito pitcher. But what if it’s fall or winter? Enter the pomegranate mojito! I am not lying when I say this is Alex and my favorite mojito variation to date (out of almost 20!).
Take one sip and the sweet tart, minty flavor is unreal. The bright red color makes a huge statement and it’s so perfect for parties. Garnish it with those cute pomegranate arils for a total wow moment! We’re making this for both Thanksgiving and Christmas because we are obsessed.
Tips for making a pomegranate mojito
This pomegranate mojito is a spin on the classic mojito recipe, using pomegranate juice and done up as a pitcher! Pitcher style drinks are so easy for parties, and they’re faster to whip up than shaking the drink in a cocktail shaker. Here’s what you’ll need to keep in mind:
Allow 30 minutes to steep the mint syrup. For the pitcher drink, you’ll make a mint simple syrup by allowing mint to steep in a warm pot of sugar and water. It takes just minutes of hands on time.
Use 100% pomegranate juice. Using 100% pure juice makes the best sweet tart flavor.
Add soda water just before serving. This preserves the bubbles, which are best when they’re just poured. You can use soda water or club soda.
Garnish with pomegranate arils. They come pre-shelled in the refrigerated section of the grocery, but you can seed your own too (just be careful, it can be messy!). Here’s how to cut a pomegranate.
Make a single drink instead
Want to make a single drink instead of a pitcher? You can do that too. Simply make the mint simple syrup in advance, then the recipe below has the quantities for a single drink.
Storage and make ahead tips
If you’re making a pomegranate mojito for a party, you can make the mint syrup in advance. The flavor is best the fresher it is, but a batch lasts refrigerated for up to 1 month. We suggest making it 24 hours in advance for best flavor. Then mix up the pitcher right before serving.
Ways to serve a pomegranate mojito
This pomegranate mojito recipe is perfect as a fall cocktail, winter drink, Thanksgiving cocktail, Christmas cocktail, and more! You can serve it in a low ball glass, Collins glass, or hurricane glass. We hope you love it as much as we do: let us know in the comments.
This pomegranate mojito is bright and beautiful, with a tangy minty flavor! Starring mint and bright red pomegranate juice, it makes a big pitcher that’s perfect for entertaining. This is one of our favorite mojito variations!
Add the sugar, water and mint to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and stir until all sugar is dissolved. Turn off the heat and allow it to sit for at least 30 minutes. Then strain it into a large pitcher. (Makes 1 cup simple syrup; make up to 1 week in advance.)
Add the lime juice and rum to the pitcher. Add the extra mint leaves and the extra lime, cut into rounds. Fill the pitcher with 4 handfuls of ice. Gently stir in soda water just before serving.
Single serving variation: In a glass, mix 1 oz lime juice, 1 oz mint syrup, 2 oz white rum, 2 oz pomegranate juice, and a splash of club soda.
This irresistible lemon puppy chow consists of tangy lemon zest, sweet white chocolate, and crunchy Chex cereal all tossed together for this fun snack.
This irresistible lemon puppy chow consists of tangy lemon zest, sweet white chocolate, and crunchy Chex cereal all tossed together for this fun snack.
These Thanksgiving appetizers are ideal for grazing before the main meal! Choose from baked brie, cranberry salsa, and more. Want…
These Thanksgiving appetizers are ideal for grazing before the main meal! Choose from baked brie, cranberry salsa, and more.
Want some finger foods for munching on before the big meal? Try these Thanksgiving appetizers! There’s nothing more fun than anticipating the deliciousness that will ensue at the table. So here are some fall appetizer recipes to get the party started!
There’s everything from tried and true favorites like bake brie, to more unique ideas like pumpkin hummus and cranberry salsa. Either way, they’re built around the flavors of the season, like pumpkin, apple, fig, cranberry, and pear.
At the top of our easy Thanksgiving appetizers…a festive cheese board! Cheese boards are our go-to for entertaining: they’re simple to put together, easy to customize for various diets, and look simply brilliant. Here’s an easy way to make a cheese board, with loads of cheese board ideas so you can build the spread of your dreams.
Need a simple appetizer to wow at parties? Try this easy cranberry cream cheese dip! The homemade sauce bursts with sweet and tart cranberries, orange juice, and if you’d like, a little jalapeno for a tang. Spoon it over cream cheese and it’s perfect for dipping crackers or even apple slices. It comes together in minutes with minimal effort.
There could not be an easier appetizer recipe than baked brie! Here’s what you need to know about making a melty, delicious pile of cheese. The toppings are versatile depending on your preferences, and you can make a beautiful platter with little effort. Try honey, cranberry sauce, apricot jam, or pomegranate seeds.
Step it up: Make a platter with sliced pears and apples, grapes, crackers, nuts, and more!
You won’t believe this caramel apple dip recipe until you taste it! Stir just 4 ingredients into a glossy peanut butter caramel that’s vegan and gluten-free. It’s so simple and the best for parties!
This cranberry salsa is a fun Thanksgiving appetizer that's all about the flavors of the season! Use fresh or frozen cranberries here, then whiz them up with jalapeño, lime and honey. Serve with pita chips or crusty bread!
Ready for the best, coziest Thanksgiving appetizer to hit your table? Try this easy Pumpkin Dip! It tastes like everything you love about the season: pumpkin, maple, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. And it takes only 5 minutes to stir together. Serve with apple slices as a healthy appetizer idea.
Looking for a great healthy Thanksgiving appetizer recipe for entertaining? Try these simple stuffed mushrooms! These little bites have everything going on: they’re savory, meaty, and herby, with a tender exterior and a crunch in each bite. Even better, this recipe is incredibly easy: no need to sauté filling ingredients. Chop them up, fill, and bake!
A quick and easy Thanksgiving appetizer? Try Cranberry Goat Cheese! This festive spread is perfect for parties, pairing the flavors of cranberry, pistachio and fresh rosemary with the tangy cheese. Drizzle honey over the top before serving for a sweet pop. It’s fast to put together and ideal for snack tables, scooped up with crackers or crostini.
Who doesn't love a great spinach artichoke dip? This tangy, creamy dip recipe is such a crowd pleaser that it might interfere with the conversation when you serve it (sorry!). Serve with pita chips or crostini.
Pumpkin hummus? Yes, and it’s surprisingly good: creamy, savory and with an undertone of autumnal goodness. This easy hummus recipe is quick to whip up: just 10 minutes in an food processor.
Fougasse bread is a traditional French bread with a leaf-like shape and a delightful crispy crust! Here’s our step-by-step guide for how to bake this delicious and impressive flatbread at home. It's fluffy, savory, and flavored with Parmesan, rosemary, and flaky salt. It’s the perfect appetizer or side dish: everyone who’s tried it has raved—and then asked us for the recipe!
Here are all our top veggie tray ideas for a next level party platter! These tasty dips and vegetables go beyond the ordinary carrots and celery to make a colorful, flavorful tray that will impress everyone. Try the veggies with favorites like dill dip, spicy hummus, and more.
Here’s a classic party appetizer everyone will crowd around: this easy Cheese Ball! This one gives us all the retro vibes, imagining a 1970’s style appetizer spread with shrimp cocktail and party franks. But some foods never go out of style, and this one still pops for parties. This recipe freshens up the classic with cheddar, green onion, Worcestershire, garlic powder and smoked paprika for a creamy, savory punch.
Looking for a fun, creamy dip that’s simple to whip up for guests? Try this homemade French Onion Dip recipe! Sure, you can easily grab a tub at the store. But making this classic dip at home takes it to a new level. The flavor is fresh, savory, rich and tangy: ideal for drowning salty potato chips or crunchy veggies.
Looking for a fun party snack everyone will love? This recipe gives a crunchy, candy-like coating to the exterior of nuts. They’re spiced with cinnamon, chili powder and bit of cayenne for an intriguing mix of sweet, savory and spicy. You won’t be able to resist taking another handful!
Need a dip idea that doubles as a sandwich spread? This sun dried tomato pesto is bursting with so much zippy flavor, you’ll want to put it on everything! Dip it with with toasted or grilled bread or crackers, and it’s a burst of savory, sweet, tangy, and herby all at once. All you need are a handful of ingredients to whip up a batch.
Here’s a quick bread that’s begging to be part of your Thanksgiving appetizer spread: this Sweet Potato Bread! This alterative to pumpkin bread is even more fun than the classic, we think. Why? It’s incredibly moist and sweetly spiced, with cinnamon and a beautiful nuance from the sweet potato. This recipe makes a tall, fluffy loaf that looks impressive. (You can also whip it up as sweet potato muffins.)
Got 5 minutes? Then you can whip up this stunningly simple appetizer: Whipped Ricotta! The pairing of fluffy, savory cheese and gooey golden honey will have everyone licking their plates. It’s creamy, salty sweet perfection scooped up with some warm bread. It’s the ideal starter to get any meal rolling: and it couldn’t be easier to whip up.
This dish will make an olive lover out of anyone. Using the correct type of olives here results in smooth, rich flavor: not briny or overly salty. The garlic, lemon and herbs make a symphony of flavor! Every time we make these and set them out on the table, people go crazy for them.
These easy deviled eggs are totally classic and taste amazing. They’ve got a twist: Greek yogurt in the filling along with the mayo. Along with both yellow and Dijon mustard, it adds the perfect flavoring to these eggs without being overly rich! Garnish with dried dill or smoked paprika, or a mix of the two to make it festive.
Looking for a sweet Thanksgiving appetizer? This his cranberry orange bread recipe is citrusy, moist, and studded with tangy berries! Drizzle this classic with a simple sweet glaze.
A good pinwheels recipe is classic in an appetizer spread! This recipe is full of Italian-style flavors: mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, spinach, and a blend of spices. They're easy to make ahead and look absolutely stunning on a platter.
This Thanksgiving appetizer idea could not be easier: honestly, it’s more an idea than a recipe. Bake up some homemade crostini, top with goat cheese and honey, and you’ve got the most delicious sweet and savory taste treat. The flavor of soft goat cheese is so perfect in itself that you don’t need any other seasoning.
What’s more classic than shrimp cocktail? This 1960’s appetizer might seem a little retro, but it’s a timeless recipe that truly never goes out of style! Why buy one of those sub-par trays from the grocery store when you can make an incredible version of shrimp cocktail at home? Homemade is always the best (in our opinion), and this recipe really shines.
Last up in our Thanksgiving appetizers: stuffed dates! These beauties are incredibly easy to make, and the flavor of this simple pairing is outrageous. There’s the sweet caramel chewiness of Medjool dates. Pair that with tangy, fluffy goat cheese, and the sweet-savory combo is out of this world. Or, stuff them with almond butter and top with chunky sea salt.
More Thanksgiving resources
Need help choosing recipes? We’ve got all the ideas for the big day. Here are a few more Thanksgiving recipes for whatever you need:
Pair these Thanksgiving appetizers with a signature drink from our list of best Thanksgiving cocktails.
Honey or cranberry, cherry or apricot jam or preserves
Chopped pistachios, walnuts or pecans
Flaky sea salt (optional)
For the platter: crackers, crostini, baguette slices, sliced apples or pears, grapes, nuts, jam, etc.
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the brie in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes until soft and warm: it’s done when you touch the center with your finger and it feels very liquid inside.
Top with honey or jam, crushed pistachios, and a bit of flaky sea salt. Surround with crackers or crostini, grapes, apple, pear, etc.
This baked brie recipe is one of the best easy appetizers around! Bake it in 15 minutes and add your…
This baked brie recipe is one of the best easy appetizers around! Bake it in 15 minutes and add your favorite toppings for a total crowd pleaser.
Some people claim a recipe can be too easy. But I don’t know about you, but we’re always in need of simple ideas. Here’s one of our favorite entertaining tricks: this baked brie recipe! It could not be an easier appetizer recipe, more of an idea than a specific set of instructions. In all our years of cooking experience, this is one we endlessly riff on.
So here’s what you need to know about making a melty, delicious pile of brie. You can change up the toppings depending on your preferences, making it a versatile and beautiful platter with little effort!
How to bake brie
Making baked brie is so easy, you barely need a recipe. But we’re of the mindset that there’s nothing too simple to jot down as an idea for cooking inspiration. (We even wrote a whole book about simple recipes.) You can scroll down to the recipe below for the full details, or just memorize this easy formula for how to bake brie:
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Place the brie on a baking sheet or dish.
Bake for 15 minutes! To test whether it’s done, touch your finger in the middle of the brie. It should feel like it’s completely liquid in the center.
Yes, that’s literally zero hands on time to bake brie! Then you’ll need a few minutes to dollop the cheese with toppings.
Baked brie toppings
Yes, baked brie is that easy. We love it for parties and entertaining, especially when we’re making multiple recipes at once and need something simple yet stunning. The toppings are the fun part: you can customize this recipe according to your tastes. One key to topping this melty cheese: sweet flavors are an ideal pair with gooey, savory cheese. Here are some ideas for baked brie toppings:
Honey
Jams like apricot jam, cherry jam, cranberry jam, strawberry jam, raspberry jam or blackberry jam
One popular variation on baked brie is to cover it in puff pastry. If you make it this way, you don’t need any toppings. Our personal opinion? We think puff pastry adds extra effort and makes it a little harder to eat. But you can absolutely add it if you love this 1970’s style appetizer idea! Here’s the basic idea:
Cut the top skin off the brie wheel.
Get a large sheet of puff pastry. Lay it out in a single layer and place the brie on top.
Add a few tablespoons of jam on top of the brie.
Fold the pastry up and over the brie and cut off any excess dough.
Bake about 25 to 30 minutes at 375°F until the pastry is golden brown. Cool a few minutes before serving.
How to serve baked brie
How to serve baked brie? Well, the sky’s the limit! There are so many things you can add to this luscious cheese wheel to make a beautiful spread of appetizer recipes. It’s great for entertaining at any type of gathering: Christmas, Thanksgiving, or just any type of party! Here are some ideas:
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the brie in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes until soft and warm: it’s done when you touch the center with your finger and it feels very liquid inside.
Top with honey or jam, crushed pistachios, and a bit of flaky sea salt. Surround with crackers or crostini, grapes, apple, pear, etc.
More easy appetizer recipes
This baked brie is the perfect centerpiece for an appetizer spread! Here are a few of the other easy appetizers we’d pair with it to make a delicious spread. In fact, you could even use this as an “appetizer dinner,” which we like to do for an easy meal concept.
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness, creaminess, and spice with our Cinnamon Toast Crunch cocktail, a versatile and easy-to-make drink suitable for any occasion.
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness, creaminess, and spice with our Cinnamon Toast Crunch cocktail, a versatile and easy-to-make drink suitable for any occasion.
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