Summer is finally here and with it the party season that we are all looking forward to. While parties are there to be able to be together comfortably and enjoy life together, preparing them can be very tiring and stressful. After all, the guests should feel comfortable, enjoy great appetizers and women also need some time to prepare the location or their appearance. It is extremely helpful if at least some of the small dishes that are intended to ensure the physical well-being of the guests can be prepared the day before. Making finger food the day before is practical, but also challenging because the dishes have to be well chosen. After all, it has to be food that stays fresh, crunchy and appetizing. We have prepared some recipes for you.
Prepare quick finger food the day before: appetizer buffet
Appetizers are a must at any party. They are delicious and diverse because they allow unlimited combinations and creativity. If you opt for a canapé buffet, you can simply sample the various cheeses and sausages along with a selection offresh vegetablesArrange , fruit and fresh herbs on a large platter. Then all you have to do is set them up on the day of the party before the guests arrive, which doesn't take much time if you prepare well. Be sure to make a list before shopping. Good preparation includes the following steps:
- Think about what toppings you want to offer, write them on the list and shop. Store the products in their packaging in the refrigerator.
- If you don't have enough cutlery, plates or bowls and napkins, get eco-friendly, one-time use products.
- Buyfresh herbsin a bunch and keep them standing in a glass of water like flowers to keep them fresh.
- Do not cut tomatoes or onions the day before as they will soften and appear unappetizing the next day. It's better to use small cherry tomatoes that you don't have to cut.
- You should also not serve apples, pears, bananas and melon sliced the day before. They turn brown, wilt and can appear unappetizing.
- Don't forget to buy fresh bread or rolls in several varieties. However, do not cut it until shortly before the event to prevent it from drying out.
Recipes to prepare a day in advance: appetizers with vegetables and fruit
However, if you want to have the appetizers completely ready, please note the following:
- Use vegetables and fruits that will still be crunchy the next day, such as: E.g. gherkins or olives, cherry tomatoes, grapes, blueberries or currants.
- Use bread that doesn't dry out or swell so quickly. Whole grain bread is a good alternative.
- Pack the snacks in an airtight container in the fridge in a Tupperware container.
- So they are ready to eat the next day and you don't have to worry about anything other than presenting them beautifully for your guests.
Cold buffet: vegetarian appetizers
The vegetarian, stuffed zucchini bites are easy to make, taste delicious and are very suitable for serving the following day. All you have to do is attach a toothpick with a mini mozzarella and a piece of herb decoration to it. You need these ingredients for 40 snacks:
- 7 – 8 medium sized zucchini
- 2 tbsp olive oil for steaming
- A pinch each of salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 40 Cherry tomatoes
- 40 Minimozzarella
- 1 bunch of herbs of your choice for serving, basil or dill go very well
- 40 skewers
Preparation:
- Cut the zucchini lengthwise into large slices. Each zucchini should have around 5 to 6 slices without end pieces. You can also slice them a little thinner. Sprinkle the slices with a little salt and pepper.
- In a steak pan, sauté the tongues in olive oil over medium heat for about 4-6 minutes. Givesome olive oilafter if necessary. Set the slices aside to cool.
- When the steamed zucchini slices have cooled, wrap each one with a cherry tomato and store the prepared bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator until the next day.
- Before serving, just attach a piece of mini mozzarella to a skewer and garnish with fresh herbs and you're done. You should not leave the mozzarella outside overnight, otherwise it would dry out and look unappetizing.
Prepare finger food the day before: Crispy Buffalo Wings from the Crock-pot
You can easily and simply prepare chicken wings the day before, store them in the refrigerator and warm them up briefly in the oven before serving, then they will not only be tender, but also crispy. A multi-cooker or also known as a Crock-Pot is suitable for preparation because the result is very juicy, the meat is so tender that it falls off the bone and all you really have to do is turn on the button and turn it over 1 - 2 times . The next day, simply warm it up on the baking sheet and make it crispy. For 10 servings you need the following ingredients:
- 3 kg fresh chicken wings
- To rub the wings:
3 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons salt, 1.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, 2.5 teaspoons onion powder, 2.5 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons paprika powder, 1.5 teaspoons chili powder, 1.5 teaspoons cumin, 1 .5 tsp dried parsley - For the Honey Buffalo Sauce:
300 ml hot sauce, 200 ml honey, 2 tbsp melted butter, 2 tbsp sugar cane molasses
Preparation:
- Take a bowl, mix together the spices for rubbing the wings. Rub it on the meat and place it in the Crock-Pot.
- Use the empty bowl and add the Honey Buffalo Sauce ingredients, mix together and pour the sauce over the chicken wings in the Crock-Pot.
- Turn the device on “High” for 2 hours or “Low” for 3 – 4 hours.
- Then let the wings cool down and put them in the fridge with the remaining sauce until the next day.
- Before serving, place on a baking tray lined with baking paper, drizzle a little water over it and bake in the preheated oven until crispy, about 5 minutes. Bon appetit!
Delicious skewers
You can vary the skewers as you wish with different vegetables, such as peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes or olives. Combined with something hearty like surimi, salami, sausages andsome types of cheesethat you like. Grapes are also very suitable for skewers. You can simply prepare the skewers and eat them straight away the next day. Pack them airtight in a large Tupperware container overnight and arrange them beautifully the next day. Make sure to use skewers made from quickly renewable materials to protect the environment.
Recipes for snacks in a jar: salads
You can easily prepare salads the day before and store them in small bowls or glasses overnight, ready to serve. Just don't forget to put some cling film over it to keep everything fresh. Do not use sliced tomato or onion, they will no longer be appetizing the next day. Don't put the dressing on top either, you can do that the next day or keep it in a separate bowl for self-service.
- Use a seasonal salad, add cherry tomatoes, some cheese or mozzarella and various seeds for topping. Pine nuts, for example, are very suitable.
- You can make the dressing with olive oil, lemon juice or balsamic and add some chopped herbs.
- A yogurt dressing made from yogurt, a little water and olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper and chopped herbs and nuts is also very fresh.
Prepare finger food the day before: mini burger sandwiches
These popular little sandwiches don't take much time or effort to prepare. Storing it overnight in an airtight container is also not a problem. To prepare these bites, use mini burger buns and spread with a little butter, cream cheese or garlic cream. Top them with ham or salami and slices of cheese to taste. You can also put a cucumber slice inside, just be careful with tomato slices as they may become unappetizing and wilt overnight. Arrange the small sandwiches on nice, green lettuce leaves. Every guest can grab one and enjoy it with, for example, the buffalo wings and a glass of salad.
Sweets in a small glass, chia coconut pudding with hazelnut topping
Small treats for the guests, ready in a glass. How about something sweet that is also healthy and delicious? You can prepare this treat the day before and store it in the refrigerator overnight. For 10-15 servings you will need:
- 1 liter coconut milk
- 150 g Chia Together
- 5 TL Honig
- For the topping: 100 g ground hazelnuts, 2 teaspoons cocoa, 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Preparation:
- In a large bowl, mix the coconut milk with the honey, add the chia seeds and stir again. Let the mixture stand for about 10 minutes, stir again and divide everything three-quarters high into the small glasses. Place the jars in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, take a small bowl and mix the ground hazelnuts with the cocoa and cinnamon. Spread the mixture over the chia pudding. Now put the jars back in the fridge overnight so that the seeds can swell nicely.
Chocolate fruits
Many fruits that you cut into small pieces in advance would be discolored and unsightly the next day. A good solution for prepared fruit is to make chocolate fruits or skewers and then simply store them in the fridge until the next day. For 30 skewers you need the following ingredients:
- 1kg chocolate – white, whole milk or dark chocolate
- Fruits of your choice
Preparation:
- Melt the chocolate in a water bath; it must not boil.
- Dip the fruit in the chocolate and place on a baking rack to drain.
- Simply store in the fridge until the next day and serve beautifully.
