25 New Year’s Eve Appetizer Recipes
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Keep the party going all the way into the new year with these easy and delicious recipes perfect for ringing in the new year.

New Year’s Eve is so close to Christmas that it leaves little time for planning! Thereโs no better way to send off the past year (and count down to the new one) than by sharing yummy food and drinks with your family and closest friends. If youโre hosting the New Year’s celebration, then you already know that youโre going to need a handful of crowd-pleasing recipes to get you through the night. That’s where this list of New Year’s appetizer recipes comes in!
New Year's Eve Party Appetizer Recipes
Send off the old year and ring in the new year with a plate full of delicious food using these yummy recipes.
These stuffed mushrooms are like little bites of heaven! With a gentle spice and tons of flavor, they are perfect for your party food table.
Cheesy bread is always a crowd pleaser. The garlic and cheese combination in this recipe is absolute perfection!
Everyone loves a hot dip at a party and this one is both easy and delicious.
This recipe relies on some freezer staples which makes it so easy to put together. Don't worry...the lack of work required to put them together doesn't impact their level of flavor!
Cranberries are the perfect fruit for the holiday season and they go so well with creamy brie!
Dip and bread all in one little bite! These are both genius and delicious.
This is a delicious recipe that can easily be made ahead and served whenever you are ready.
This dip is has all the flavors of the classic French dish but you don't need a fork and knife to enjoy it!
Stunning and delicious. That is the best way to describe this baked brie!
These samosas are so flavorful! You should totally double the amount you think you'll need because they will be so popular.
The combination of apple and cheddar is unexpectedly delicious.
Be prepared for people to grab handfuls of this every time they walk past the bowl.
Tag your slow cooker in to help with food prep and get these perfect cocktail meatballs as the prize.
You only need 10 minutes to whip up this appetizer.
These are perfect for kids and adults alike. You can also get the little hands to help prep them!
Buffalo chicken is always a crowd pleaser. You can also save this recipe for game day too.
Veggies with flavor! That's what this healthy recipe option offers for your party.
A little sweet, a little crispy...A LOT of flavor!
This dip makes an appearance every New Year's Eve in our house.
Finger foods are perfect for parties and these pack on the flavor!
I love water chestnuts and always look for more ways to use them. Wrapping them in bacon is a great start.
Serve these at a party or give them as a parting gift. Either way, they will be enjoyed for sure.
These little wonton cups are so easy to make and taste amazing!
These little stuffed mini peppers are small in size but big on flavor!
Mini crab cakes for a party are always the right answer!
Now that we have all of your food choices covered, let’s talk cocktails. Or better yet, go check out these 15 amazing New Year’s Cocktail recipes over at Domestic Superhero!
If you love these ideas for New Year’s Eve, be sure to check out these other great party recipes:
- 29 Holiday Party Recipes
- 30 Festive Drink Recipes
- Tips for Hosting a Holiday Party
- New Year’s Eve Charcuterie Board
If you make a recipe from this list or any other recipe from the blog, I’d love to hear about your experience! Leave me a comment below or snap a photo and tag it #MySuburbanKitchen on Instagram or Facebook. And be sure to pin this post for later too!

