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The Most Popular Snack Recipes of 2022

Tomatoes were the runaway star.
By Nina Moskowitz
A sandwich with thick slices of tomato curry mayonnaise and toasted sourdough bread sliced in half on a plate.
Photo by Isa Zapata

Of the many, many recipes we publish, there are bound to be a few favorites that steal the spotlight. From seasonal show-stoppers to comforting classics, these are the recipes our readers can’t get enough of. Head right this way for all of our greatest hits.

We already know that ample snacking is what gets us through the day, and from this year’s top-performing snack recipes, we’ve learned that anything crispy, tomato-based, and cheesy is highly beloved. The list includes four tomato recipes, like a Curried Tomato Sandwich and Tomatoes With Creamy Feta.

Of course, there are not-tomato dishes too (hi, Chipotle Cheddar Crackers; hello, Cucumber and Cilantro Chutney Sandwich). Use the list below to up your snack, appetizer, or hors d’oeuvres game. Then when it’s finally time to make dinner we’ve got thousands of bright ideas in our new Epicurious iOS app.

  • tomato toast on beige plate on a light turquoise background with drinks and a knife
    Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Judy Kim.
    1/10

    Blistered Cherry Tomato Toast

    Turn summer’s bounty into a full meal with some blistered cherry tomatoes, cooling yogurt, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze piled on top of fried bread.

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  • A sandwich with thick slices of tomato curry mayonnaise and toasted sourdough bread sliced in half on a plate.
    Photo by Isa Zapata
    2/10

    Curried Tomato Sandwich

    Sandwich your summer tomato bounty between mayo-slathered slices of fried bread sizzled in curry powder.

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  • Blue plate of fried eggplant strips with white dipping sauce on pink tablecloth.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Taneka Morris, Prop Styling by Catherine Campbell Pearson
    3/10

    Fried Eggplant With Crispy Basil and Whipped Honey Feta

    Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, this irresistible summer eggplant (and its tangy dipping sauce!) will have you going back for more.

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  • Three cachapas on a platter alongside sliced avocado and hot sauce.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Sean Dooley, Prop Styling by Marina Bevilacqua
    4/10

    Cachapas

    These savory-sweet Venezuelan cheesy corn pancakes are endlessly customizable, making them the ultimate kid-friendly recipe or WFH lunch.

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  • Bowl of tomato salad on concrete in the sunlight.
    Photograph by Peden + Munk, Food Styling by Diana Yen, Prop Styling by Hannah Ferrara
    5/10

    Tomatoes With Creamy Feta

    How do you make peak season heirlooms even better? Pair them with a creamy sauce you’ll want to put on everything.

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  • Ina Garten's chipotle cheddar cracker appetizer on a serving platter beside a glass of wine.
    Justin J Wee
    6/10

    Chipotle Cheddar Crackers

    These buttery, cheesy, party-worthy make-ahead crackers boast just a pinch of smoky heat.

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  • Two halves of a diagonally sliced cucumber sandwich stacked on a plate.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata
    7/10

    Cucumber and Cilantro Chutney Sandwich

    Give the classic cucumber sandwich an herbaceous punch with a lemony cilantro-jalapeño chutney.

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  • Bowl of mango salsa on plaid tablecloth.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
    8/10

    Mango Salsa

    A juicy, sweet, and spicy accompaniment for fish tacos, grilled chicken, or a big bowl of tortilla chips.

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  • Bowl of green dip on plaid surface.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
    9/10

    Roasted Tomatillo and Avocado Salsa

    This bright and creamy dip is RSVP’ing yes to your next cookout.

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  • A platter of breaded fried mozzarella sticks with a sidecar of marinara for dipping.
    Alex Lau
    10/10

    Mozzarella Sticks

    The prep work for this recipe for homemade mozzarella sticks can be done in advance; plus the cook time’s short, making them great for game day—or anytime.

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Nina works across Bon Appétit and Epicurious, solving mysteries like “Why do beans make us fart?” and “What is that white stuff oozing out of my chicken?” She also edits and produces recurring columns like It’s That Simple and has even developed a recipe or two. Before joining the editorial ... Read More
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