Make potatoes the star of the party with these easy and delicious canape recipes. From classic smoked salmon blinis, to moreish Mexican beef tacos impress your friends at any party.
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Baby Baked Potatoes with Beef and Horseradish
These are great for a party or as a snack. Add all sorts of fillings from poached or tinned salmon to sautéed mushrooms or spinach and goat’s cheese.
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 40 Mins
- Beef, Canape, Classic British, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Summer, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories
- Recipe by Diabetes UK
- Contains: Dairy
Quick Pork and Potato dumplings with Korean kimchi
Amaze your guests with these distinctive Pork and Potato dumplings. Seasoned with traditional Korean flavours, this is the perfect showstopper for all occasions.
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Pork, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, World Flavours
Brazilian Potato and Vegetable Espetinho
Famed for their presence at street food events in Brazil, Espetinhos are Portuguese kebabs – simple and tasty, the possibility of combinations are endless!
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 30 Mins
- BBQ and Salads, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Summer, Under 30 mins, Vegetarian, World Flavours
Sole Otero
This modern take on this war-time recipe uses sole, prawns and Cheddar. Try is also with Dover Sole, shrimps, truffles and Parmesan.
Prep: 25 Mins
Cook In: 70 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Shellfish, Spring, White Fish
- Contains: Dairy
Salmon and Mozzarella Potato Bonbons
A quirky twist on a fish cake, these can be served as a mini-appetizer or canape at a party – they look and taste great! Delicious with a crisp salad.
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 25 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Salmon, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories
- Contains: Dairy
Buffalo-style Slow Cooked Potato and Chicken with Slaw, Salad and Ranch Dressing
Impress your friends with this Buffalo-Style Potato and Chicken dish. Served with homemade slaw, salad and ranch dressing this is sure to please any crowd!
Prep: 25 Mins
Cook In: 240 Mins
- Canape, Chicken, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Summer
- Contains: Dairy, Egg
Blue Cheese Mini Beef Sliders With Potato Buns
Blue Cheese Mini Burgers with Potato Buns don’t take long and are fun to make too – the kids will love them! Also the perfect recipe to impress friends.
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 20 Mins
- Beef, Canape, Child Friendly, Lunch & Dinner, Spring
- Contains: Dairy, Egg, Gluten
Potato Wedges
Potato wedges are quick and easy! The half way house between chips and a baked potato. Everyone loves chunky wedges and you can experiment with different flavours.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Best of Basics, Canape, Child Friendly, Classic British, Lunch & Dinner, Vegetarian
Purple Potato Maki
Have fun with this crazy caterpillar! Spark off children’s curiosity about food with different colours and textures. Try with red potatoes too
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 30 Mins
- Canape, Child Friendly, Pork, Under 30 mins
- Contains: Dairy
Spicy Potato Wedges
Rustle up potato wedges, flavoured with a spicy chilli mix and paired with your favourite dip. Perfect for snacking on or as a side dish to a main meal.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 30 Mins
- Best of Basics, Canape, Child Friendly, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian
Mini Hasselback Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic
Here’s a superb method for Hassleback Potatoes which throws fresh and delicious new potatoes in with the fantastic flavours of rosemary and garlic.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 35 Mins
- Autumn, BBQ and Salads, Best of Basics, Canape, Child Friendly, Classic British, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian, Video, Winter
Crisps
A step up from chips! Making your own crisps at home sounds crazy, but you can experiment with different colours and seasoning giving some amazing results.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 5 Mins
- Best of Basics, Canape, Child Friendly, Classic British, Under 30 mins, Vegetarian
Jerk Haddock, Prawn and Potato Cakes with Mango Salsa
Mango is an unusual find in a salsa and gives a refreshing change. These wonderful fish cakes are a great mix of haddock and prawns with the Jerk flavouring.
Cook In: 30 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, White Fish, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Asian spiced Potato Crab Cakes with Rainbow Slaw
A flavoursome dish that combines the delicate taste of crab with the comforting presence of potatoes and a vibrant assortment of crunchy slaw vegetables.
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Shellfish, Spring, Under 30 mins, World Flavours
- Contains: Gluten
Aussie-Style Potato Scones with Avocado
A great way to use up left over mashed potatoes. This unique dish combines the comforting goodness of scones with the creamy luxury of avocado.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 12 Mins
- Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Spring, Under 30 mins, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy, Egg, Gluten
Potato and Shallot Latkes
Crispy, crunchy and salty, these delicious little latkes are incredibly moreish.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 15 Mins
- Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Spring, Under 30 mins, Vegetarian
- Recipe by UK Shallots
- Contains: Dairy, Egg
Partridge and Stilton Stuffed New Potatoes Canapés
This delicious recipe was the winner of a cooking competition organised by Eat Wild and Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust.
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 40 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Jacket Potato, Partridge, Winter
- Recipe by Eat Wild
- Contains: Dairy
Broccoli, Stilton and Apple Potato Ramekins
The combination of broccoli, Stilton and apple creates a delicious rich flavour in this dish. Enjoy these yummy ramekins as a starter, or as party food.
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 15 Mins
- Autumn, Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian
- Contains: Dairy
Twice Baked Sour Cream and Chive Jacket Potatoes
Twice-baked might sound complicated, but these baked spuds are a doddle to whip up, and well worth it at the end. Serve with a Green salad for a light meal.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 45 Mins
- Autumn, Best of Basics, Canape, Classic British, Jacket Potato, Lunch & Dinner, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian
- Contains: Dairy
Moroccan-spiced Baked Potato Crisps with Rose Harissa Dip
Making your own Crisps is easier than you would think. These crisps are baked in the oven for a healthier option. The dips can be bought for convenience.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 20 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Summer, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy
Potato Cup Frittatas
These Frittatas look amazing and are a great addition to canapes at parties as well as a side dish at dinner. They give a wow factor but are surprisingly easy.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 35 Mins
- Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 400 Calories
- Contains: Dairy, Egg
Tornado Twister Potatoes with Zingy Lime Mayonnaise
Generously seasoned with paprika, oregano and chili and served with zingy lime mayo, these deliciously fun tornado potatoes make the perfect showstopper.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 40 Mins
- Autumn, BBQ and Salads, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian, Video, Winter
- Contains: Egg
Cod and Potato Cakes with Melted Cheddar Centre
A fusion of tender cod fish and creamy mashed potatoes, shaped into golden cakes. The hidden surprise sets them apart – a luscious, core of melted cheese.
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 20 Mins
- Canape, Classic British, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 30 mins, Video, White Fish
- Contains: Dairy, Egg, Gluten
Mexican Beef Lettuce Tacos with Potato Tortilla Chips
An unexpected element to this Mexican dish is to have potato slices instead of the usual Tortilla Chips. These are great to have on a platter for parties.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 20 Mins
- Beef, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Under 30 mins, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy
Duchesse Mini Fish Pies
A charming and delicious take on the classic fish pie. These bite-sized treasures feature flaky, tender fish enveloped in a velvety, duchesse potato topping.
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 15 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Salmon, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, Video, White Fish, Winter
- Contains: Dairy, Egg
Ham and Cheese Potato Croquettes
These great-tasting croquettes are crispy on the outside and full of warm cheesy mashed potato mixed with ham on the inside – simple and delicious!
Prep: 15 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Pork, Summer, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories
- Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Wasabi Duchess Potato with Honey and Soy Glazed Sausage
Serve your guests a unusual dinner party option with a spicy wasabi twist − a tasty treat that will tingle on your taste buds. Deliciously moreish
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 15 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Pork, Under 30 mins, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy
St Patrick’s Day Soufflé Jacket Potatoes
Perfect for an evening in front of the fire and a film, or try with salad potatoes as a canape. Not just for St Patrick’s Day, wonderful all year round.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 20 Mins
- Best of Basics, Canape, Jacket Potato, Lunch & Dinner, Pork, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories
- Contains: Dairy, Egg
Pumpkin, Cavalo Nero and Venison Chorizo Gnocchi
Whether you use home made or shop bought Gnocchi the venison and pumpkin taste wonderful together. Try Gnocchi – it’s not as hard as you think.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 45 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Venison, Winter
- Recipe by Great Glen Charcuterie
- Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Witchetty Grubs in Swamp Juice
Potato gnocchi dotted with poppy seeds make convincing grubs. Team with the tasty pea and spinach sauce for an easy, healthy Halloween party nibble.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 5 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Child Friendly, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian
- Recipe by Diabetes UK
- Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Potato, Leek & Venison Chorizo Pasties
These wonderful pasties are very morish. Venison chorizo is a welcome change in this recipe.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 45 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Venison
- Recipe by Great Glen Charcuterie
- Contains: Dairy, Egg, Gluten
Potato Blinis with Smoked Salmon
Smoked Salmon Blinis are the staple canape dish. Using potatoes makes them stand out from the crowd and we’ve used purple potatoes for an extra wow factor.
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Autumn, Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Salmon, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, Winter
- Contains: Dairy
Sauté Potatoes Made Easy
Sauté potatoes are the ultimate quick fix with their speed and ease. Sauté your spuds to perfection with the help of key ingredients oil, garlic and rosemary
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 15 Mins
- Best of Basics, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Under 30 mins, Vegetarian
- Contains: Dairy
Roasted Potatoes and Vegetables with Red Pepper Dip
Use your roast potato in delicious dip fashion with this incredible tasty arrangement of ingredients which make up a healthier ‘dip and crisps’ alternative.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 40 Mins
- Best of Basics, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Vegetarian
- Contains: Dairy
Chaat Masala Spicy Street Snacks from India
Chaat Masala is a spice powder mix traditionally used in Indian cuisine. Combining these spicy flavours with prawns, courgette makes a delicious meal.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy
Chinese Potato Cakes
A savoury Chinese twist to the traditional bubble and squeak results in tasty and comforting potato cakes with a unique texture, and a blend of flavours.
Prep: 5 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Spring, Under 30 mins, Vegetarian, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy
Potato Pancake with Smashed Avocado and Smoked Salmon
This recipe uses potatoes to form a delicious base for toppings. Mashed avocado and smoked salmon taste delightful together giving a rich, delicious taste.
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 10 Mins
- Breakfast & Brunch, Canape, Salmon, Spring, Under 30 mins
- Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Loaded Mexican Potato Skins
Don’t throw potato skins away! The most nutrient-rich part of the potato can yield surprisingly tasty and filling results such as this Mexican spicy treat.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 30 Mins
- Autumn, BBQ and Salads, Canape, Jacket Potato, Lunch & Dinner, Under 30 mins, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian, World Flavours
- Contains: Dairy, Egg
Dhal Vada Spicy Potato, Lentil and Chickpea Snacks
Savoury treats featuring a harmonious blend of lentils, chickpeas and potatoes spiced to perfection. Crispy exterior gives way to a soft, flavourful interior.
Prep: 10 Mins
Cook In: 30 Mins
- Autumn, Canape, Lunch & Dinner, Under 400 Calories, Vegetarian, Winter, World Flavours
