Nothing pairs better with football than an array of tasty snacks and appetizers, and if you’re like us, you know a delicious game-day spread is just as exciting  as the game itself! Superbowl Sunday is synonymous with all things cheesy, creamy, salty, and fried, but that doesn’t mean your guests will need to loosen their belts at the end of the night. Check out these 31 Ways to Celebrate Game Day featuring better-for-you appetizers from our friends at Cooking Light – their lighter takes on fan favorites like chips and dip, buffalo wings, and pigs in a blanket are guaranteed to satisfy party guests of all ages!

Cheesy Pigs in a Blanket

“While teams toss around the pigskin, your guests will go crazy for these Pigs in a Blanket. Substitute pizza dough for the puff pastry and turkey dogs for the sausage and you’ve got a decadent, yet lower-calorie treat. ”

Roasted Garlic and Chive Dip

“This versatile dip takes just minutes to prepare and pairs perfectly with raw veggies, whole wheat pitas, and tortilla chips. Swapping Greek yogurt for sour cream cuts back on calories without sacrificing creaminess.”

Garlic-Buffalo Drumettes

“Garlic-Buffalo Drumettes are a real crowd-pleaser and a breeze to prepare. We eliminate the standard frying method for a no-mess two-step steaming-and-saute method that maintains the plump, juicy goodness of chicken wings. Just don’t forget the napkins!”

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Easy Guacamole

This recipe comes together in a snap with the help of a food processor – just toss in the 7 ingredients, and you’re done! Turn up the spice by leaving the seeds in the jalapeno or remove them for a milder flavor for those sensitive taste buds. Serve with fresh vegetables or baked tortilla chips to complete the dish.

Coconut Chicken Fingers

Kick-up those same old chicken fingers with this recipe! Kids will love the sweetness and crunch the coconut adds. Plus, this recipe uses rice flour for those gluten-sensitive tummies!

Creamy Ranch-Style Dip

Kids (and adults) love adding creamy ranch dressing to everything. This healthful spin on the classic ranch dip won’t leave you feeling guilty on game day, especially when you serve it with broccoli florets, baby carrots, and other fresh vegetables!

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.