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Mini bites and treats at my Tiny Food Party!

October 24, 2012 by Audra 94 Comments

Hooray! A Teeny Tiny food party full of adorable bite sized snacks. Could anything be more fun? As a longtime lover of mini things, I was thrilled when asked to host a party using some mini recipes from the new cookbook “Tiny Food Party” by Teri Lyn Fisher and Jenny Park. Their new cookbook is full of adorable finger food, mini bites and treats. I couldn’t wait to get started!

I decided to merge my party with my monthly book club meeting so my girl friends could nosh on these snacks while we spent hours discussing literature and current events. (More like 10 minutes talking about the book and the rest of the time talking about boys.) I even invited them to bring tiny food as well and it helped build our menu into a really delicious spread.

For my friends I made:
-Cucumber Cups filled with White Bean Garlic Dip
-Mini Caprese Bites
-Mini Savory Scones
-Mac & Cheese Bites
-Mini White Chocolate Cheesecakes with Apple Cinnamon Compote

My friend Melissa also brought mini bundt cakes and artichoke tarts that I wasn’t able to photograph. It was the perfect amount for an after-work get together with wine and good conversation. And everyone loved how cute and mini everything was. It makes it a lot easier to keep going back for more!

The nice thing about so many of these recipes is that you can prepare them in advance and assemble or bake them right before your guests arrive. The cold dishes were made early in the day, the cheesecakes were done the day before, the mac & cheese was prepped and in the fridge ready to bake, and I honestly threw the scones into the mix an hour before people arrived! I was convinced we didn’t have enough on the menu so I whipped them up in no time. Talk about a stress free party! The cookbook is great about letting you know which recipes can be prepared ahead of time for easy planning!

The cookbook is full of inspiration to help you plan a menu for a party of your own. I adapted most of these recipes for one reason or another, but really relied on the cookbook for ideas. My two favorites were the creamy white chocolate cheesecakes which were put over the top with the apple cinnamon compote. (The original recipe uses blueberry compote but I wanted to keep it seasonal.) Also the Mac & Cheese bites were just as good as they sound. Instead of deep frying them, I made a baked version which was just as creamy and delicious.

Check back tomorrow and Friday for those two recipes!

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  1. Erin says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    How fun!! Can’t wait for the recipe for the Mac and Cheese bites!

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  2. Jrodtang says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    Yum! I now have an urge to throw a mini food party!

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  3. Sarah G. says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    These are adorable!

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  4. Nicole says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    OMG how cute! :) Great ideas!

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  5. Stephanie says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    Oh, these are way too cute!! Looks like a great way to serve food for tons of people. =)

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  6. Lisa says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    love it!! thanks for posting

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  7. Sue says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    adorable treats – what a good idea…….

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  8. Wendyky says

    October 24, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    Tiny food, how cute! Great idea!

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  9. Clara says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    How cute! I would love to read this book.

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  10. Bridget says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    Aww, how cute!

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  11. Meshellfaith says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    What a great idea! Looks delish!

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  12. Beth Gallagher says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    I LOVE tiny food! Had a tiny dessert party not too long ago, and my family’s favorite is tiny eclairs. :) Thanks for the ideas and the chance to win such a cool book!

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  13. Lani says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    Love these! Great idea for a party!

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  14. Pat says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    WOWWWWWWwwwww! The Mini White Chocolate Cheesecakes with Apple Cinnamon Compote look amazing :) I always prepare food for my friends’ parties. This book will be of great help!

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  15. Camille says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:21 pm

    Yum these look good! I’d love to have the book :)

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  16. Angie says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    Look at the whole spread of cute finger food!

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  17. Gisele Rentas says

    October 24, 2012 at 4:29 pm

    Amazing spread, who said bigger was better????

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  18. Laura says

    October 24, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    SO cute! Love it!

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  19. Mimi says

    October 24, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    Those are the cutest tiny foods! Love it!

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  20. Charlotte T. says

    October 24, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    those are all so adorable and delicious-looking! what a fantastic idea. i would love to get my fingers on that book. :)

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  21. Kara D says

    October 24, 2012 at 5:58 pm

    Those cheesecakes look awesome!

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  22. Peggy says

    October 24, 2012 at 6:02 pm

    Very cute ideas.

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  23. Palmateer Ashley says

    October 24, 2012 at 6:34 pm

    Love that everything is one bite and easy to eat while mingling.

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  24. Bonnie Harkey says

    October 24, 2012 at 6:47 pm

    I would love to win! Tiny desserts and food are so pleasant to look at and just feel like a little “party in your mouth”. Thank you for the give-away! Love reading about what you are making and creating next!!

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  25. Karrie says

    October 24, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    Love the cute mini foods!

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  26. fatzaz says

    October 24, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    Oh my goodness, these all look so tasty! I would love to have a party and serve up all kinds of these goodies!

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  27. Elyse says

    October 24, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    I will also be hosting a book club meeting shortly. Your menu inspired to me to make some mini snacks and treats. Would love to win the book for more inspiration and recipes!

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  28. Stephanieproberts says

    October 24, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    I threw a “Fancy Finger Foods” party last year and it was a hit! Would love to do it again and try out some new recipes featured in this book.

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  29. CMO says

    October 24, 2012 at 8:50 pm

    This is such a good idea – I love it!

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  30. April says

    October 24, 2012 at 9:02 pm

    These look AMAZING! They are so adorable, my friends would love these! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  31. Kate says

    October 24, 2012 at 9:25 pm

    What a cute idea! I’d love to host a tiny food party and make a ton of these recipes :)

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  32. wendyof says

    October 24, 2012 at 9:35 pm

    The mini mac and cheese bites and the cheesecakes look just amazing. Plus everything you made looks like things even I could do! Thanks!

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  33. Amy CookingAdventures says

    October 24, 2012 at 9:39 pm

    Very cute! What a fun party theme!

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  34. Julianne says

    October 24, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    OMG!! This cookbook is just my style!! I would love to win it, but if I don’t, I’m definitely buying it!!

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  35. Genevieve says

    October 24, 2012 at 10:29 pm

    This cookbook would be perfect for getting ideas for parties and potlucks!

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  36. mel says

    October 24, 2012 at 11:26 pm

    o my goodness i’m obsessed with tiny things- makes everything yummier and cuter :) these are such fun treats!

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  37. Stephanie says

    October 25, 2012 at 12:04 am

    Oh my gosh – so cute! I think the girls’ next food club night will have to be Mini Food themed :) Would LOVE to win this book, although if not, I’ll send it to my boyfriend with a little note saying “hint, hint, our anniversary is coming up and you haven’t bought a present yet!” :)

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  38. Cori says

    October 25, 2012 at 12:36 am

    I would like to try one of each of those please! This cookbook is a great idea, thanks for sharing!

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  39. Nancyscleaning says

    October 25, 2012 at 12:43 am

    New recipes to brighten the holidays…bring it on. Holiday to remember w/ my Marine son coming home for a week and a chance to win your awesome recipe book

    Reply
  40. Boyslovehawaii says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:15 am

    I love all of your recopies! I’ve tried a few and the cinnamon rolls were my all time favorite. Super easy & delicious! I’m so grateful that I found your site! Keep posting! I check back all the time. <3

    Reply
  41. Boyslovehawaii says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:16 am

    Recipes *

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  42. JLev16 says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:19 am

    Mac and cheese bites! Looks so delicious! Can’t wait to try some of these!

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  43. Hellocristal says

    October 25, 2012 at 3:45 am

    Caprese Bites my all time favorite. I must get this book. Those homemade pop tarts on the book’s cover looks amazing.

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  44. mstrandj says

    October 25, 2012 at 3:58 am

    Mini muffins would be a great way to add a sweet bite!

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  45. C Vandenbrink says

    October 25, 2012 at 4:11 am

    What an adorable idea!

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  46. Carol says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    My son loves all things miniature–this looks like a great book! Thanks for sharing.

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  47. barbara n says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    I love to serve small bites as appetizers when the neighbors get together

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  48. blynn says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:18 pm

    the mini mac & cheese bites look positively divine.

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  49. Rick S. says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    This cookbook could be the answer to my prayers. Unfortunately I don’t have a gift for coming up with appetizers like these on my own. Just the sampling of tiny bites that I see already are perfect for so many social gatherings. Of course, in front of the tv at home, as well.

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  50. jaminator81 says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    Absolutely love doing appetizers and finger food. I’d really enjoy this cookbook

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  51. Susan P says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:23 pm

    Looks like the book contains lots of new and refreshing recipes! Would love to win it!

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  52. Lori says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:23 pm

    I can’t wait to try the Mac and cheese bites!

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  53. Sharon A. says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    These mini bites look so cute! And delicious!!

    Would love to win the cookbook – I’m always looking for recipes for fun bite-sized appetizer to bring to parties, etc. :)

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  54. Fitkist says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    The mini cucumbers look so beautiful! The Mini Caprese Salads on a toothpick are sure to be a hit though!

    But, I am sort of bummed you did not make those mini-pop tarts on the cover there. Adorable.

    Melissa
    http://www.fitkist.com

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  55. Audra says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:43 pm

    Aw- maybe I’ll try them at a later time!

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  56. Kim says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    this book looks adorable! so many great ideas!

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  57. Corisa says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    I love all your recipes ! Your pictures always look so delicious!

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  58. lisaelaine says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    I’m always looking for new app ideas to bring to my book club and these look great. The mac & cheese especially. Thanks for sharing this book!

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  59. Darreldad65 says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    Sounds like some yummy treats…

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  60. Julieb144 says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    Those look great! And what a perfect theme for a bash. I think I just may have to try that one!!

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  61. nattie04 says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:45 pm

    looks yummy

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  62. The Food Hound says

    October 25, 2012 at 3:27 pm

    I love this!! I always struggle with fun, easy, elegant bites for my annual Gluhwein party. I would LOVE to check out that cookbook. I think the cucumber bites are my favorite!

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  63. Ddurbin4 says

    October 25, 2012 at 3:37 pm

    What a cute little cookbook! Looks like a lot of fun ideas for get togethers!

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  64. Crytzer says

    October 25, 2012 at 3:44 pm

    Everything looks so fun and delicious!

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  65. CarolineG says

    October 25, 2012 at 3:48 pm

    I love the idea for the Mac and Cheese, it would be great for kids!!!

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  66. Polly says

    October 25, 2012 at 4:07 pm

    I am always looking for new ideas for entertaining. This book is just what I need

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  67. Becky says

    October 25, 2012 at 4:33 pm

    I love little bites of things! This is totally my kind of cookbook!

    Reply
  68. MaryB says

    October 25, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    Love tiny food! These look great. Thanks for offering the giveaway.

    Reply
  69. Curtinfamily07 says

    October 25, 2012 at 5:23 pm

    I would love to win this! Thank you for having the giveaway!

    Reply
  70. Jordan says

    October 25, 2012 at 5:32 pm

    I would love this cookbook, looks so precious!!

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  71. Tania says

    October 25, 2012 at 6:54 pm

    great ideas for the upcoming season, this book would be so helpful..

    Reply
  72. Cristina Rojas says

    October 25, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    Your food is always so pretty!! And I love tiny food! Anytime there is a gathering, I am whipping up tiny food to serve to guests. Tiny food is actually very common in my country- called Boquitas, which translates to “tiny mouths”. I love the name and i love tiny food. Would LOVE to add this book and make some american boquitas for my family when they visit us in the USA.

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  73. Jill Downer says

    October 25, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    What a great party idea! Love this! And the blog in general :)

    Reply
  74. Cassie says

    October 25, 2012 at 9:21 pm

    That book would come in handy for so many things. Love the mac and cheese bites, and that they’re baked! Everything looks soo yummy!

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  75. Rachel Jaggers says

    October 25, 2012 at 9:52 pm

    How fun and cute! I would love to serve these little treats up!

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  76. Jan R says

    October 25, 2012 at 10:42 pm

    I would love to win this…PLEASE!

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  77. KIM says

    October 25, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    Sampler menu – love that idea!! I say it in restaurants all the time – I wish they had a sampler menu because I want a bite that, and a bite of that, and a bite of that.

    Reply
  78. Emma says

    October 25, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    i love mini things!! i hope i win!

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  79. Sharon says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:31 am

    I found this book on Amazon, and already put it on my list of cookbooks I’d love to get.. thanks!

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  80. Veronica Rabadan says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:57 am

    yum! i love those mini foods! anything mini always tastes good, right?? :)

    Reply
  81. Thomas says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:09 am

    Such a cute cookbook!!!

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  82. Thomas says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:10 am

    Such a cute cookbook!!!

    Reply
  83. Felizabalos says

    October 26, 2012 at 4:40 am

    Hi! I’m new to the food blogging world (reading not writing)! I just found your site and am loving it! I’ve already found many useable recipes! Yay! And, thanks!

    Reply
  84. folasade says

    October 26, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    Oooh i hope i win. That mac n cheese is cute

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  85. Nancy P. says

    October 26, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    Mini baked mac and cheese bites look great!

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  86. Stephanie J says

    October 26, 2012 at 7:17 pm

    I can’t wait to try the mac and cheese and the cheesecake….I hope I win!

    Reply
  87. Sheila Leach says

    October 26, 2012 at 7:26 pm

    These look adorable and yummy! Great way to taste a lot of things without getting too full.

    Reply
  88. bianca tang says

    October 27, 2012 at 2:45 am

    LOVE tiny things!!!

    Reply
  89. Keshakeke says

    October 27, 2012 at 10:09 am

    I love your tiny party foods! They look yummy!

    Reply
  90. Vickie says

    October 28, 2012 at 6:16 am

    What a fun idea! I love all things mini.
    [email protected]

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  91. Lisa S says

    October 29, 2012 at 12:37 am

    Love all this tiny food!!

    Reply
  92. Holly says

    October 29, 2012 at 3:52 pm

    What an awesome idea! I love it!

    Reply
  93. Rebecca Diane says

    November 27, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    It all looks so good. It has actually inspired me to throw a tiny food party, and I haven’t thrown a party (other than birthday parties for my son) in almost 20 years.

    Reply
  94. Rebecca Diane says

    November 27, 2012 at 7:36 pm

    It all looks so good. It has actually inspired me to throw a tiny food party, and I haven’t thrown a party (other than birthday parties for my son) in almost 20 years.

    Reply

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