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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    36 Crowd-Pleasing Appetizers Perfect for New Year's Eve

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 27, 2024, updated December 16, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    As the year comes to a close, it's the perfect time to gather with friends and family to celebrate. Having a variety of appetizers on hand can make your New Year's Eve party a hit. From savory bites to light snacks, these appetizers will keep everyone satisfied and ready to ring in the new year.

    Smoked Salmon Pâté

    Smoked salmon pâté.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Smoked salmon is perfect for a quick and easy appetizer. This spread comes together in just a few minutes, making it a great choice for any dinner party.

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    Pasta Salad Skewers

    Pasta Salad Skewers
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Pasta Salad Skewers combine all the flavors of your favorite pasta salad into a fun and easy-to-eat appetizer. They can be prepared in advance and are perfect for serving a group, with no need for utensils.

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    Feta Stuffed Dates

    Feta stuffed dates.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These littel snacks are sure to be a hit at your New Year's Eve celebration. Prepare a double batch because they tend to disappear quickly!

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    Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Chicken lettuce wraps with peanut sauce.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Chicken lettuce wraps are quick and easy to prepare. Serve them with pickled veggies and creamy peanut sauce for a tasty snack that everyone will enjoy.

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    Fried Feta

    Fried feta cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Frying feta cheese is simple and you'll want to do it all the time. This is a great appetizer for New Year's Eve gatherings.

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    Purple Sweet Potato Soup

    Purple Sweet Potato Soup.
    Photo Credit: Little Nomads Recipes.

    Purple Sweet Potato Soup is a rich and comforting dish that's beautiful as a starter. Its bright color comes from the addition of beets, red onions, garlic, cream cheese, and a hint of dill, topped with feta and croutons.

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    Easy 2 Ingredient Smoked Cream Cheese

    Easy 2 Ingredient Smoked Cream Cheese
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Smoked cream cheese is full of great flavor and only requires 2 simple ingredients. Just cover it with a dry rub, smoke it for 2 hours, and you'll have a tasty appetizer that everyone will love.

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    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

    Ham and Cheese Pinwheels.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Baked ham and cheese pinwheels are a great choice for a party or a quick weeknight meal. This dish uses puff pastry and leftover ham, making it a tasty appetizer, lunch, or dinner option.

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    Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples

    Puff Pastry Pizza with Blue Cheese & Apples.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Puff Pastry Pizza is a simple and tasty option for pizza lovers, featuring a mix of salty, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Topped with mild blue cheese, sliced red apples, green asparagus, and crunchy kale chips, this dish is great for dinner, appetizers, or a quick snack.

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    Dill Pickle Cheese Ball

    Dill Pickle Cheese Ball.
    Photo credit: Dish 'n' the Kitchen.

    The Dill Pickle Cheese Ball is a simple appetizer that you can whip up in no time, packed with plenty of dill pickle flavor.

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    Caprese Garlic Bread

    Caprese Garlic Bread
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Caprese Garlic Bread is a great appetizer that’s quick and easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have it ready in about 10 minutes.

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    Pork Wonton Stars

    Pork Wonton Stars.
    Photo credit: Crinkled Cookbook.

    Pork Wonton Stars are a tasty way to use up leftover ham. These easy bites combine your favorite takeout flavors in a crispy, oven-baked wonton, and they're great served hot or at room temperature.

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    Loaded Potato Skins

    Air fryer potato skins.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These air fryer potato skins are easy to whip up with just a few ingredients and only 10 minutes of prep time. Topped with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and plenty of gooey cheese, they are a great choice for appetizers.

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    Mini Cheese Balls

    Mini cheese ball.
    Photo credit: Aleka's Get-Together.

    These cheese balls combine all the best flavors into a tasty, creamy bite. They’re perfect on a cracker or with a pretzel stick for a fun snack.

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    Salmon Tartare

    A salmon tartare on green arugula.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Smoked Salmon Tartare is a simple and elegant appetizer that you can prepare in advance. It's flavored with zesty French Dijon mustard and a touch of rum, and finished off with crispy fried capers.

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    Puff Pastry Baked Brie

    Baked Brie.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Baked brie wrapped in puff pastry with roasted garlic is a delicious treat. It's creamy and full of flavor, perfect for your next gathering.

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    Sopes de Pollo

    Sopas de pollo.
    Photo credit: Beyond Mere Sustenance.

    Sopes de Pollo are delicious little bites featuring a sope shell filled with shredded chicken. With some fresh toppings, they’re great for a party or a laid-back meal, and you can whip them up in just a few minutes.

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    Creamy Mushroom Soup

    Creamy Mushroom Soup.
    Photo Credit: Oh Sweet Culture Shock.

    This soup is quick to make in under 30 minutes and uses basic ingredients that really bring out the flavor. It's a great option for a cozy appetizer when it's cold outside.

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    Spicy Garlic Edamame

    Spicy garlic edamame.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Spicy Garlic Edamame is a simple and tasty snack that's perfect for any gathering. With just four ingredients and 10 minutes of your time, you can whip up this spicy treat that you'll want to enjoy over and over.

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    Smoked Salmon Rolls

    Smoked Salmon Rolls.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    These appetizers are simple to prepare and perfect for celebrating New Year's Eve. They offer a tasty way to kick off the festivities with friends and family.

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    Cheesy Baked Olive Dip

    Cheesy Baked Olive Dip.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This olive dip is quick to prepare and packed with delicious olive flavors that everyone will enjoy. It's a creamy appetizer that you can make ahead of time, making it a great choice for any gathering.

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    Tuna Cucumber Bites

    Tuna Cucumber Bites.
    Photo credit: Low Carb Africa.

    These tasty cucumber bites with tuna are a simple appetizer. They’re great finger foods that are perfect for busy nights.

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    Lemon Garlic Edamame

    Lemon Garlic Edamame.
    Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

    Charred garlic edamame is a tasty snack packed with rich flavor and tossed in a zesty lemon butter. This healthy appetizer is simple to prepare and can be ready in just 15 minutes.

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    Air Fryer Ravioli

    Air fryer ravioli.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Crispy ravioli cooked in the air fryer is easy to prepare and perfect for snacking. This is a great appetizer for New Year's Eve gatherings.

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    Garlic Bread Pizza

    Garlic bread pizza with sauce.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features homemade garlic butter, store-bought pizza sauce, and gooey cheese, making it a great choice for gatherings. It's an easy appetizer that everyone will enjoy, perfect for sharing during a fun night in.

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    Creamy Baked Crab Dip

    Baked crab dip.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This creamy baked crab dip is quick to prepare in just 30 minutes and uses only 10 ingredients, without any mayonnaise. It's simple to whip up and packed with delicious pieces of lump crabmeat.

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    Spicy Deviled Eggs with Bacon & Jalapeño

    Spicy Deviled Eggs with Bacon & Jalapeño.
    Photo credit: Chef Sous Chef.

    Deviled eggs bring a burst of flavor with their creamy texture and crispy bacon bits. With a kick from jalapeños, these appetizers are perfect for any gathering.

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    Puff Pastry Tomato Tart

    Square slices of puff pastry tomato tart.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This puff pastry tomato tart is quick to prepare in just 10 minutes with only 6 ingredients. It's a simple appetizer that highlights the fresh, juicy tomatoes from your garden.

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    Air Fryer Lobster Tails

    A serving of air fryer lobster trails.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Lobster tails are cooked with a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce and air-fried until they're nice and tender. They’re perfect to serve with some lemon wedges for a festive touch.

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    Tomato Bruschetta

    Tomato Bruschetta.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Bruschetta is a tasty appetizer that's perfect for any gathering. It's easy to prepare and always a hit with guests.

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    Bacon Walnut Cheese Ball

    CHEESE BALL RECIPE WITH BACON & WALNUTS.
    Photo credit: Savory With Soul.

    This cheese ball with bacon and walnuts is simple to make and packed with flavor. It's perfect for your next gathering or game day, and everyone will enjoy it.

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    Potato Leek Soup

    Potato Leek Soup.
    Photo Credit: Sugar Spun Run.

    This potato leek soup is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. It only takes 10 minutes to get ready in one pot and is done in under an hour.

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    20 Minute Burrata Pizza

    Burrata pizza topped with arugula.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This pesto and burrata pizza is a quick and tasty option that your family will love. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious twist on pizza night with this easy recipe featuring basil pesto and creamy burrata.

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    Smoked Salmon Sandwich

    Smoked Salmon Sandwich.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    This smoked salmon appetizer is a real treat, combining the rich flavor of smoked salmon with creamy homemade avocado mayo. It's a simple yet elegant option that your guests will love for any New Year's Eve gathering.

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    Shrimp Scampi Without Wine

    Shrimp scampi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Shrimp Scampi can be made in just 10 minutes, offering a delicious appetizer or meal. The combination of garlic, lemon, chili, and parsley fills your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.

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    Air Fryer Baked Brie

    Baked brie.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This cheesy appetizer is great for any get-together or a relaxing night at home. It combines sweet, salty, crunchy, and cheesy flavors, and you can pick your favorite nuts and berries to customize it.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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