Ultimate Super Bowl Sunday Recipes

So it's your turn to host the annual Super Bowl party, or maybe you just want to up your game from last year's party. And we all know having the right sports channel package is just half the battle when the hungry hoards of fans start showing up. Stray away from the traditional and sometimes overdone chicken wings and fried chicken with these beef and vegetarian alternatives. We've gathered our favorite Super Bowl recipes that are sure to be crowd pleasers on game day.

Loaded Nachos by The Pioneer Woman

This woman takes her nachos very seriously, she will tell you herself! But this recipe proves it. With two types of cheese, your choice of beans and some locally raised ground beef, this recipe will keep the fans smiling no matter who wins. Serve with your favorite hot sauce and sour cream for dipping.

PREP TIME: 10 Minutes

DIFFICULTY: Easy

COOK TIME: 15 Minutes

SERVINGS: 8 Servings

Get the recipe here.

Cheesesteak Potato Skins by Host the Toast

You don’t have to be a Philadelphia Eagles fan to enjoy these Cheesesteak Potato Skins. Sauteed Onions? Check. Prime Rib? Check. Provolone and Havarti? Double check. These bad boys make for the perfect finger food and that will keep everyone full… well at least ‘till half time. Serve with bleu cheese dip to pack an extra punch.

PREP TIME: 40 Minutes

DIFFICULTY Easy

COOK TIME: 1 Hour 15 Minutes

SERVINGS: 8 Servings

Get the recipe here.

Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies by My Baking Addiction

Super Bowl Sunday isn’t all about the savory. Jamie, of My Baking Addiction, has given a whole new life to the overdone chocolate chip cookie. Plus whether they are years of joy from a win or sadness from a lost, tears are best soaked up with a cookie, this cookie to be exact.

PREP TIME: 15 Minutes

DIFFICULTY Easy

COOK TIME: 18 Minutes

CHILL TIME: 1 Day

SERVINGS: 2 Dozen Large Cookies

Get the recipe here.

Homemade Chex Mix by Dinner at the Zoo

The only way to make a classic snack even better? Make it yourself at home! We added this recipe from the food blog, Dinner at the Zoo, as a light alternative to start your guests off with. Save the big guns for the second quarter and get everyone warmed up a crunchy treat. Plus this recipe makes 24 servings so it will last the whole game (depending on how big your guest list is)!

PREP TIME: 5 Minutes

DIFFICULTY Easy

COOK TIME: 5 Minutes

SERVINGS: 24 Servings

Get the recipe here.

Cheeseburger Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers by The Recipe Critic

These aren’t your mother’s Jalapeno Poppers, these are the dynamite heavy hitter that will be sure to get a collective “Mmm” from your crowd. The only way to make these poppers any better is by using locally raised ground beef to ensure every bite is a winner.

PREP TIME: 15 Minutes

DIFFICULTY Easy

COOK TIME: 30 Minutes

SERVINGS: 8 Servings

Get the recipe here.

Slow Cooker Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce by Plating Pixels

We aren’t just thankful for Super Bowl Sunday but for Plating Pixel’s slow cooker creation. Serve this cheesy goodness atop the potato skins or set it out for a dunkable dip with pita or tortilla chips, or even baby carrots as a healthy alternative.

PREP TIME: 10 Minutes

DIFFICULTY Easy

COOK TIME: 2 Hours

SERVINGS: 5-6 Cups

Get the recipe here.