35 Best New Years Eve Appetizers
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Need some fun perfect New Year’s Eve appetizers to wow your guests? Whether you’re hosting a glamorous party or having a cozy night in, delicious appetizers are a must! From crowd-pleasing finger foods and cheesy dips to bite-sized treats and festive flavors, we’ve got you covered.
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Easy Appetizers
This list includes over 30 mouthwatering ideas that are easy to make, look impressive, and will keep everyone snacking and partying all night long. Get ready to ring in the New Year with the ultimate spread of appetizers everyone will love and make your celebration unforgettable!
This includes cheese balls, easy pinwheels, delectable meatballs, fun skewers and festive dips and make ahead party dips and some finger-licking Christmas appetizers.
Oh and serve with this festive holiday punch or delicious holiday cocktails.
Bintu’s Tips for Holiday Meals
- Create a timeline: Whether it’s a dinner for 4 or brunch for 20, identifying when certain tasks need to be done helps ensure your meal comes together smoothly.
- Get a jump on the prep work: Defrosting, chopping, slicing, and assembling certain dishes in advance means you’ll have less work to do on the day of your event.
- Set your table in advance: Get your dishes, glassware, serving platters, and utensils set out the night before to make sure you have all you need and can check that task off your list.
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Learn how to make a Mezze Platter that’s perfect for serving with family and friends. Grab the biggest serving tray you have and I’ll teach you how to make an inviting mezze board that everyone will love at your next New Year's party!
This dill pickle cheese ball is perfect for snacking or as a fun appetizer at parties, game days, or a party to ring in the New Year! It’s creamy, and tangy, and has that irresistible pickle flavor that pairs perfectly with crackers, pretzels, veggie sticks, or even sliced baguettes.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops are an easy-to-make yet impressive and elegant appetizer. The perfect finger food for serving at New Year's and holiday parties!
Baked chicken tenders come out crispy, crunchy and totally delicious every time. You can have juicy oven fried chicken tenders in less time than it would take you to drive to the closest fast-food restaurant. Perfect for New Year's Eve gatherings!
These colourful Watermelon Skewers with a balsamic reduction drizzle are a quick and easy Watermelon Appetizer, salad on a stick or side perfect for BBQs, Game Day, Picnic, outdoor eating and New Year's Eve. No gathering is complete without this colourful treat.
This Dill Pickle Dip is going to be your new favorite snack! With crunchy pickles, fresh dill, and a creamy base, it’s perfect with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies. Ideal for New Year's Eve parties, game days, or casual gatherings.
Grape Jelly Meatballs in the crockpot are a flavor explosion in every bite and are not only a family favorite but also the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Make these for your next cookout appetizers, fall game day, or New Year's party.
Add a bit of spice to your next New Year's party with this jalapeno popper cheese ball recipe! Loaded with cream cheese, crispy bacon, cheddar, and just the right amount of heat from fresh jalapenos. This easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for game day, holidays, or any gathering.
These Air Fryer Wontons with a warm cream cheese filling are air fried to crispy perfection. Cream cheese wontons like you get in a Chinese restaurant are easy to make at home for a delicious snack or tasty start to your party.
This crab rangoons air fryer recipe is an incredible appetizer or party food! It’s quick and easy to make restaurant-quality air fryer crab rangoons. Crab Rangoons are always a hit for your New Year's parties and these are so easy!
This festive Funfetti Cake Batter Dip is a creamy, sprinkle-studded delight that’s perfect for Memorial Day barbecues, New Year's Eve celebrations, and all your summer parties! Change the type of sprinkles to mix up the theme!
If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this cheesy, melty pizza dip is the one everyone will be reaching for all year long. Perfect for tailgating, New Year's parties, or any time you have pizza lovers around!
This Air Fryer Feta Cheese Appetizer is warm, creamy and so delicious. And it’s also super quick and easy to make, so it’s perfect for serving up as mid-afternoon snack, when entertaining guests, and as a tasty New Year's nosh.
Antipasto skewers are the ultimate appetizer for all your entertaining needs. These perfect finger foods incorporate all the elements of a traditional antipasto and are ideal for New Year's Eve parties, picnics, or any gathering.
You will ♡ this gorgeous pink, creamy and over the top delicious Beet Hummus. It is extremely easy to make with pantry staples and in a blender. Double or triple this colorful hummus recipe and serve as a starter at your New Year's party!
This easy air fryer falafel recipe gives you deliciously crunchy falafels on the outside and soft on the inside. Healthier than the deep-fried version, these air-fried falafels are perfect for a delicious and healthy addition to your New Year's eve spread!
This charcuterie wreath is the showstopper you need at your New Year's party table. These skewers are the perfect appetizer and work well for parties, Friendsmas, or any other festivities.
These Dill Pickle Pinwheels are a fun, tasty, and easy-to-make appetizer that everyone will love. Packed with the tangy flavor of dill pickles, creamy cheese, and savory ham, they are perfect for fall parties and as a New Year's Eve appetizer!
Baked turkey meatballs are so easy and flavorful! This ground turkey meatballs recipe is perfect for meal prep and when you need a quick dinner on those busy weeknights. This is a fun dish you can use for a great appetizer for your countdown party!
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Shrimp is an easy and simple appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion! Great for entertaining on holidays like New Year's and for appetizers, fancy parties, and even for serving as a tasty main dish.
A French Charcuterie Platter is an easy and delicious appetizer that is ideal for all sorts of occasions. Assemble for casual picnics and gatherings, or create as a centerpiece at cocktail parties and special events. This spread will be a fun way to mix up a New Year's party!
Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip delivers tons of winter flavor in an easy-to-make snack or dessert recipe that’s perfect for parties, potlucks, or a New Year's countdown.
Make the savoury Instant Pot Pumpkin Hummus with this no soak chickpeas recipe! With just a few pantry ingredients, you can easily make this spiced pumpkin hummus that is high in protein and healthy. Serve it up as a fun party appetizer, dip, or snack.
This warm Cream Cheese Dip is perfect for any party or gathering, especially your game day spread. Perfect to serve with your New Year's party spread as an appetizer.
Italian Pinwheels are packed with delicious Italian flavors, all rolled up in a soft tortilla. They’re great for serving at any fall party or New Year's party or just for a tasty snack whenever you need one!
This Bacon Wrapped Dates Air Fryer recipe is perfect for New Year's countdown entertaining or any occasion. You’ll love how quick and easy it is to make this elegant and delicious 3-ingredient party appetizer.
Air Fryer Mac and Cheese Balls are the ultimate comfort food! And just 3 ingredients are all that’s needed to whip up this totally crave-worthy appetizer, snack, or side. This is a fun dish that will be a great alternative to the classic mac and cheese side dish for your New Year's spread!
These veggie pinwheels are easily made with everyday ingredients like soft tortillas, cream cheese, and fresh vegetables. They can be made ahead as an easy appetizer or snack for your New Year's party!
Learn how to make a fruit tray that is bursting with gorgeous color and delicious flavor! I am sharing all my tips and tricks for assembling and customizing an amazing fruit platter that is perfect for all sorts of New Year's countdown parties!
These Buffalo chicken pinwheels are an easy-to-eat and easy-to-make way to indulge in spicy buffalo chicken flavor without the mess of traditional wings. They're a fun dish to serve for a classic New Year's party!
Indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with our cranberry pecan cheese ball! Creamy, crunchy, and bursting with seasonal flavors, it’s a festive must-have for your New Year's spread.
Chocolate Hummus is a dreamy and sweet dessert hummus that’s actually healthy (but no one will know it). It is a great spread, appetizer, or dessert to pair with your New Year's party!
These sour cream and onion flavored Instant Pot Deviled Eggs are a super tasty take on a classic. Ideal for serving up as party appetizers like New Year's Eve!
Air Fryer Sausage Rolls are the perfect 4 ingredient New Year's appetizer option, and they cook in just 10 minutes. Add a few side dishes, and you can turn this crispy sausage rolls air fryer recipe into a main dish the whole family will love.
This creamy cheese Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip is an easy, minimal prep, crowd-pleasing savory dip. Just the thing to serve with chips, veggie sticks and bread during game day, potluck, New Year's Eve parties, and more.
Ham Roll Ups will be your favorite back to school lunch solution! Super quick and easy to make, these tasty ranch ham and cream cheese roll ups are totally kid-approved. These are a delicious dish that you can serve for a winter party or as an easy New Year's appetizer!
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Tools Needed
- A good cutting board and sharp knives are a must in any kitchen!
- A handy digital thermometer to check food for doneness.
- This hand mixer or a stand mixer helps easily combine ingredients.
- Kitchen appliances like this air fryer and an Instant Pot do the work for you!
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Easy New Years Eve Appetizers
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35 Best New Years Eve Appetizers
Ingredients
- Mezze Platter
- Dill Pickle Cheese Ball
- Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops
- Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
- Easy Watermelon Skewers With Prosciutto
- Easy Dill Pickle Dip
- Grape Jelly Meatballs Crockpot
- Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
- Air Fryer Wontons
- Air Fryer Crab Rangoons
- Funfetti Dip
- Pizza Dip Recipe
- Air Fryer Baked Feta Cheese Appetizer
- Antipasto Skewers
- Beet Hummus
- Easy Air Fryer Falafel + Oven Version
- Charcuterie Wreath
- Dill Pickle Pinwheels
- Baked Turkey Meatballs
- Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Air Fryer
- French Charcuterie Platter
- Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip
- Instant Pot Pumpkin Hummus
- Bacon Cream Cheese Dip
- Italian Pinwheels
- Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Dates
- Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
- Veggie Pinwheels
- Easy Fruit Platter
- Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
- Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
- Best Easy Chocolate Hummus Ever
- Instant Pot Deviled Eggs With Sour Cream + Air Fryer Deviled Eggs
- Air Fryer Sausage Rolls
- Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Ranch Cream Cheese Ham Roll Ups
Instructions
- Choose a fun dish or two for your New Year's Eve party.
- Gather your ingredients and put together your recipes.
- Enjoy your dishes as you countdown to the New Year!