* Appetite: Some people eat more than others.
* Side Dishes: If there are other appetizers or side dishes, people may eat fewer hush puppies.
* Size: Are you making small, bite-sized hush puppies or larger ones?
Here's a general guideline to help you estimate:
* Light Appetizer: If hush puppies are a light appetizer, plan on about 2-3 per person. This would mean about 200-300 hush puppies.
* Main Appetizer: If hush puppies are a main appetizer, plan on about 4-6 per person. This would mean about 400-600 hush puppies.
Here are some helpful tips:
* Consider your guests: Are you serving families with children? They may eat more.
* Plan for leftovers: It's better to have too many than not enough.
* Make a smaller batch first: If you're unsure, try making a smaller batch and see how much your guests eat.
Remember: This is just an estimate. You may need to adjust the amount based on your specific event and guests.