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From dips to finger foods and more, this collection of New Year’s Eve Appetizers is perfect for planning your upcoming party!

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Collage of New Years Eve appetizer recipes.


Apps Only for NYE!

For years, our New Year’s Eve traditions have included all things bite-size. And by that, I mean a killer variety of delicious appetizers!

Why we love appetizers:

  • Easy. Many of these apps come together quickly or can be made ahead of time!
  • All night long. We love to have a big spread to munch on throughout the evening, whether we ring in the new year at nine or midnight!
  • Variety. Everything from meat pops to dips, to decadent desserts adorn our table.
Jalapeno poppers served on a plate with ranch dressing.

Healthy options. Snackers are searching for healthier options. Try snacks that are high in protein, plant-based, or gluten-free like our favorite low-carb recipes: Greek Cucumber Cups, Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Caprese Kabobs, and Deviled Eggs.

Be bold. Use bold flavors that excite! Say yes to finger foods with bold tastes including Korean, Indian, and Mexican-inspired flavors like Corn Dip, Cream Cheese Salsa Dip, and Mexican Pinwheels.

Charcuterie boards. One other food trend is artful and inventive Charcuterie Boards – check out our beautiful Burrata Board!

Bacon wrapped smokies on a white plate.

Party Tips

  • Label any foods that you have specifically made dairy-free, gluten-free, or nut-free.
  • Keep appetizers warm with crock pots (set on low), chafing dishes, or small electric heating pads placed under trays.
  • Keep appetizers cold. Place ice in the bottom of a bowl with a slightly smaller bowl to fill with food nestled on top. Place serving bowls in the freezer before filling them with food. Only place out enough dip that can be eaten within the hour. Refill with extra as needed.

Best New Year’s Eve Appetizers

We love a good appetizer spread for our NYE Party and festivities. While shrimp cocktail is an easy classic, we’ve rounded up a selection of favorites! It’s one of our favorite guilty pleasures!

1 Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes

Appetizer Bacon Wrapped Smokies Recipes
Total Time: 40 minutes

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5 from 80 votes
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2 Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Appetizer Mozzarella Sticks Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes

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5 from 24 votes
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3 Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe

Appetizer Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes

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5 from 95 votes
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4 Bean Dip Recipe

Appetizer Bean Dip Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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5 from 378 votes
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5 Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

Appetizer Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

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5 from 54 votes
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6 Spinach Puffs Recipe

Appetizer Spinach Puffs Recipe
Total Time: 40 minutes

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4.97 from 193 votes
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7 Crockpot Meatballs Recipe

Appetizer Crockpot Meatballs Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

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5 from 212 votes
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8 Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Appetizer Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes

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4.97 from 64 votes
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9 How to Make a Charcuterie Board Recipe

Appetizer How to Make a Charcuterie Board Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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5 from 14 votes
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10 Cheese Fondue

Appetizer Cheese Fondue
Total Time: 20 minutes

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4.80 from 15 votes
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Easy New Year’s Appetizers

I have to be honest, by the time New Year’s comes I am usually tired from all the parties and events from Christmas. Planning ahead helps, and so does having a list of easy appetizers!

11 Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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5 from 96 votes
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12 Beanie Weenies Recipe

Appetizer Beanie Weenies Recipe
Total Time: 50 minutes
5 from 17 votes
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13 Easy Bruschetta Recipe

Appetizer Easy Bruschetta Recipe
Total Time: 14 minutes

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5 from 28 votes
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14 Tortellini Skewers Recipe

Appetizer Tortellini Skewers Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 13 votes
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15 Pizza Roll Ups Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course Pizza Roll Ups Recipe
Total Time: 22 minutes
5 from 12 votes
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16 Brie Phyllo Tarts Recipe

Dessert Brie Phyllo Tarts Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
5 from 3 votes
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17 Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe

Appetizer Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
5 from 143 votes
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18 Crock Pot Bean Dip Recipe

Appetizer Crock Pot Bean Dip Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
5 from 40 votes
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19 Velveeta Spinach Dip Recipe

Appetizer Velveeta Spinach Dip Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
4.92 from 25 votes
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20 Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe

Appetizer Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

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5 from 16 votes
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New Years Dips and Salsas

Break out a spread of your favorite dippables to pair with these sweet or savory dips and salsas! There is something for everyone.

21 Artichoke Dip Recipe

Appetizer Artichoke Dip Recipe
Total Time: 33 minutes

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5 from 23 votes
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22 Hamburger Dip Recipe

Appetizer Hamburger Dip Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
5 from 51 votes
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23 Salsa Recipe

Appetizer Salsa Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes

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5 from 111 votes
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24 Fruit Dip Recipe

Dessert, Snack Fruit Dip Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes

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5 from 204 votes
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25 Hot Corn Dip

Appetizer Hot Corn Dip
Total Time: 30 minutes

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5 from 17 votes
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26 Caramel Apple Dip Recipe

Dessert Caramel Apple Dip Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

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5 from 32 votes
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27 Dill Veggie Dip Recipe

Appetizer, Snack Dill Veggie Dip Recipe
Total Time: 7 minutes
5 from 49 votes
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28 Sausage Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

Appetizer, Snack Sausage Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
4.95 from 19 votes
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29 Chocolate Fondue Recipe

Dessert Chocolate Fondue Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
5 from 2 votes
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30 Taco Dip Recipe

Appetizer Taco Dip Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
5 from 13 votes
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More Favorite New Years Appetizers

Because we have way too many favorites (trust me we whip up LOTS of appetizers to enjoy), we had to give you just a few more that we love!

31 Fried Mac and Cheese Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course Fried Mac and Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
4.89 from 36 votes
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32 Spinach Dip Bites Recipe

Appetizer Spinach Dip Bites Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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4.99 from 204 votes
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33 Boneless BBQ Wings Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course Boneless BBQ Wings Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
4.93 from 41 votes
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34 Baked Brie in Puff Pastry

Appetizer Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Total Time: 30 minutes

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5 from 17 votes
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35 Cheesecake Factory Avocado Egg Roll Recipe

Appetizer Cheesecake Factory Avocado Egg Roll Recipe
Total Time: 18 minutes

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4.96 from 24 votes
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36 Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls Recipe

Appetizer, Breakfast, Snack Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 18 minutes
4.91 from 21 votes
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37 Mozzarella Bites Recipe

Appetizer Mozzarella Bites Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
4.91 from 22 votes
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38 Mini Deep Dish Pizza Recipe

Appetizer, Main Course Mini Deep Dish Pizza Recipe
Total Time: 17 minutes
5 from 11 votes
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39 Mexican Wontons Recipe

Appetizer Mexican Wontons Recipe
Total Time: 18 minutes
5 from 9 votes
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40 Sweet Potato Skins Recipe

Side Dish Sweet Potato Skins Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 13 minutes
5 from 8 votes
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41 Boneless Buffalo Wings Recipe

Appetizer Boneless Buffalo Wings Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour

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5 from 30 votes
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42 Teriyaki Chicken Wings Recipe

Appetizer Teriyaki Chicken Wings Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
4.88 from 24 votes
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Get your Graze On!

With all of these delicious appetizers to choose from, your New Year’s Eve spread is sure to be a hit! There will definitely be something for everyone.

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6 Comments

  1. Going through the list my mouth was instantly watering at some of my favorites. if anyone is interested I can confidently recommend the ham and cheese slider, puff pastry sausage rolls, bruchetta, bacon smokies, buffalo dip and homemade salsa.

  2. Such great ideas for a fun filled party. Cant really go wrong with all the different choices. We love your appetizers!

  3. New Year’s is my favorite!! We make a ton of finger foods & appetizers, mainly from your site!! Everything is always so good!!