60 Delicious and Easy-to-Make New Year's Eve Appetizers
It's hard to believe we'll soon be saying farewell to 2024 and counting down the seconds to 2025. Whether you're planning a big NYE bash or hosting a special New Year's Eve dinner, there is always a place for delicious small bites. With that said, we have plenty of unique and wow-worthy New Year's Eve appetizers that will give everyone the energy for a night of champagne toasts and dancing.
Or if you plan to have a more low-key gathering and watch the ball drop cozied up on the couch, consider whipping up these simple finger foods and party dips for easy munching. No matter how you celebrate, these New Year's Eve appetizers will make it all the more special and delicious. There is no better way to ring in the New Year!
Cajun-Spiced Puff Pastry Straws
These crunchy twists, made with puff pastry and Cajun seasoning, are perfect for pairing with a crisp bubbly on New Year's Eve.
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Honey Butter Parker House Rolls
These fluffy bread bites are topped with honey, butter and flaky sea salt. They're sure to be devoured as soon as you bring them out.
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Summer Squash and Goat Cheese Tartlets
These elegant bites bring together creamy goat cheese and shaved summer squash atop flaky puff pastry. They're almost too pretty to eat.
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Homemade Hummus
Why go store-bought when homemade hummus is so easy and delicious? Serve this dip with pita or sliced veggies for a quick appetizer at your next celebration.
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Chicken Banh Mi Smash Tacos
Trust us, everyone will be happy to see these creative tacos as part of the spread. They're made with a savory chicken mixture and tangy pickled veggies.
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Easy Pigs in a Blanket
This dish doubles as a centerpiece! The circular design is surprisingly easy to create, and sure to draw "oohs" and "aahs" from your guests.
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Three-Ingredient Pretzel Bites
For a casual NYE appetizer, set out a plate of these simple pretzel bites with some grainy mustard. They come together in less than 30 minutes and require just three ingredients.
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Ranch Croquettes
Caution: these flavorful, fluffy bites are liable to disappear as soon as you set the plate down. They're made with the leftover potato from the Loaded Ranch Potato Skins!
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Loaded Ranch Potato Skins
Presenting the best way to ring in the New Year: Potatoes, cheese, and bacon with a creamy ranch sauce in handheld boats.
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Pizza Dip
Skip the delivery pizza this year. Instead, opt for this cozy dip that has plenty of cheese, garlic, oregano and mini pepperoni slices. Eat it with bread or simply by the spoonful!
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Goat Cheese Wreath
This showstopping addition to any charcuterie board is shockingly easy to make. It takes just 15 minutes but is sure to garner you plenty of compliments from guests.
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Manchego Devils on Horseback
In addition to having a fun name, this appetizer is delicious. Dates are stuffed with Manchego and pepperoncini, wrapped with prosciutto, and brushed with a maple vinegar glaze for the perfect sweet and savory bite every time.
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Herby Latkes
Didn't get your fill of latkes during Hanukkah? Make them part of your New Year's Eve celebration! These ones are infused with chopped parsley and dill for extra freshness.
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Salmon Rillette
This flavorful spread has salmon prepared in two ways: smoked and poached in white wine with peppercorn and shallots. It's a good way to get any New Year's Eve party started.
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Cranberry Baked Brie
This melty brie topped with cranberry syrup is almost too gorgeous to eat. (Emphasis on almost!)
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Popovers
Set out some of these fluffy popovers and butter boosters for a simple and delicious appetizer everyone will love.
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Marinated Feta
Salty feta + warm aromatics = this appetizer that will be gone as soon as you set it out.
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Smoky Roasted Tomatoes
Add these jammy roasted tomatoes to your appetizer lineup. They can be an upgrade to cheese and crackers, or snacked on by themselves.
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Tzatziki
This creamy, cooling dip is sure to be a hit. Pro tip: You can prepare this the day before the party to give yourself more time and kitchen space day-of.
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Roasted Artichokes
This appetizer couldn't be easier to make. It requires just five ingredients and about 25 minutes to come together.
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Black Bean Salsa Fresca
Add something a little lighter to the appetizer table with this veggie-packed salsa. Don't forget the tortilla chips!
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Garlicky Wings and Shishito Peppers
For a more casual New Year's Eve party, these finger-licking-good wings are the perfect appetizer.
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Classic Cheese Fondue
Trust us, no one can resist crusty bread dipped in melty cheese. This recipe calls for three kinds of cheese, melted together with heavy cream.
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Raita
This cucumber-filled yogurt dip features plenty of herbs for a fresh flavor everyone will love.
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Roasted Pepper Dip
Ditch the store-bought tub of hummus and go with this simple homemade spread, made with marinated peppers and roasted almonds.
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Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Relish
This flavor-packed appetizer brings together jalapeño, pineapple and avocado in an irresistible dip.
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Delicata Squash Pizza
Slice up this veggie-packed white pizza into small pieces for an easy and delicious handheld appetizer.
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Charred-Tomatillo Salsa
Roast nearly all your ingredients — tomatillos, jalapeño, onion and garlic — for this delicious salsa.
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Jammy Brie Cups
Dessert as an appetizer? This treat starts with a layer of puff pastry, drizzled with jam (apricot, raspberry, strawberry — pick your poison!) and topped with Brie cheese.
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French Onion Soup
Sweet, caramelized onions meet ultra-creamy Gruyère cheese in this classic winter dish.
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Spinach and Yogurt Dip
Spinach-artichoke dip is so last year — ring in the new one with a tangy and fresh option topped with mint leaves and served with pita.
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Gingery Pork and Chive Wontons
The secret to this recipe? Spicy chili oil.
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Green Matcha Popcorn
A little bit of green tea matcha turns a regular bowl of popcorn into something special.
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Prosciutto and Mustard Pinwheels
Think of these three-ingredient appetizers as fancy ham-and-cheese sandwiches.
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Pecan-Stuffed "Baked" Apples
Get your slow cooker ready, because you'll need it to make this brown-sugar stuffed fruity treat.
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Deviled Eggs
Follow our Test Kitchen's classic recipe, then top it with herbs, veggies, bacon and more to make it your own.
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Roasted Asparagus and Ricotta Tart
There's nothing like a savory veggie pastry topped with cheese to get the NYE party rolling — just make sure to bake that crust to a perfect golden-brown.
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Sprigs in a Blanket
Take the classic "pigs in a blanket" dish to the next level by wrapping puff pastry around prosciutto and asparagus instead — it's sure to be a playful (and tasty) crowd favorite.
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Zesty Beet Dip
This earthy dip couldn't be easier to make — just throw some ingredients in a blender for five minutes. Serve it up with some bread, crackers or even some raw veggies before the main course.
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Crispy Potatoes with Vegan Nacho Sauce
It's not a New Year's party without some crispy, cheesy potatoes. Plus, the vegan nacho sauce is so good, it's hard to believe it's not real cheese.
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Brie and Apple Tart
All the best appetizers start with puff pastry and Brie cheese, and this delicious tart is no exception.
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Prosciutto Scallion Bundles
These scallions wrapped with prosciutto are not only bundles of joy in your mouth, they're also easy to make, with only five ingredients and a total cooking time of 20 minutes.
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Caponata Flatbread
Flatbread never looked (or tasted) better with sweet and vinegary eggplant combined with ricotta and parsley, baked to a golden-brown perfection.
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Melon Mosaic
This checkerboard "mosaic" salad made with a delicious trio of feta cheese, watermelon and tomatoes is almost too pretty to eat — and it's super simple to make, too.
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Parmesan-Chive Chips
Everyone knows that chips are absolutely essential to get any party started — so kick off your NYE celebration with this simple-yet-tasty recipe. It's as easy as tossing grated Parm and fresh chives onto baked potato chips.
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Spicy Deviled Walnuts
Move over, classic candied walnuts — these deviled walnuts have just the right bit of spice to them, and will definitely keep your guests happily munching (and then reaching for more).
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Peach and Prosciutto Skewers
It doesn't have to be summer to serve up some delicious peaches — this mouthwatering combination of mozzarella, prosciutto and nectarine wedges is the perfect pre-dinner snack for a NYE bash.
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Spring Crudités with Herbed Cheese Dip
Pair healthy veggies with a flavor-packed dip made with goat cheese and ricotta combined with tasty herbs. It's a classic hors d'oeuvre that's sure to keep your guests satisfied.
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Totchos
Tater tots and nachos combine in this dish to create an irresistible app that's amazingly cheesy and full of tasty spices. Plus, it pairs perfectly with a delicious avocado dip.
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Asparagus, Burrata and Prosciutto Tartines
Apps never looked better than with these toast slices topped with asparagus spears, creamy burrata and crisp prosciutto. It's the perfect finger food to kick off a flavorful new year.
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Spinach and Artichoke Dip
It's the easiest way to feed a crowd: a hearty spinach dip served with crackers, breads, veggies or chips. Plus, the cannellini beans make it a healthier alternative to the classic dip made with cream cheese.
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Cauliflower "Popcorn"
Every viewing party requires popcorn — even if it's a NYE ball drop viewing party, and even if it's not technically popcorn! These cauliflower florets are tossed with garlic and Parm, making it a delectable snack to pop in your mouth.
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Chorizo Queso Potato Skins
Queso is always a good idea at parties — especially if it's chorizo queso with homemade potato skins. In fact, it's so good you might even want to make an extra batch (or two).
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Charred Shrimp, Leek and Asparagus Skewers
Super tasty and easy to eat, these skewers stacked with grilled shrimp and veggies will fly right off the plate. Guests will love the slightly spicy sauce made of mayo and harissa paste, too.
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Sweet Potato Croquettes
We originally ran this recipe in Good Housekeeping in 1923 — but we've tweaked it a bit since then. For example, you can cook these croquettes in your air fryer for an extra crispy treat.
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Arugula Pesto
Because if there's anything better than pesto, it's pesto made with arugula and then spread on toasted bread with ricotta, pine nuts and lemon zest.
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Spaghetti and Meatball Nests
A classic Italian pasta dish can become the cutest bite-size appetizer at your New Year's soirée, all with the help of a mini muffin pan (and heaps of shredded mozzarella, of course).
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Roasted Artichokes with Caesar Dip
Delectable meets healthy with these artichokes roasted until golden brown and tender, served with a mouthwatering cheesy mustard sauce that packs just the right amount of flavor.
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Cherry Tomato Confit
If you're partial to crostini and bruschetta, this cherry tomato confit recipe is a truly delightful app made with fragrant tomatoes, garlic and thyme.
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Egg Salad Blini Bites
These mini pancakes are sure to delight all guests at the New Year's Eve celebration.
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