15 New Year’s Eve Party Foods To Serve

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New Year’s Eve is all about ringing in the new year with delicious food, great company, and a little sparkle! Whether you’re hosting a big bash or an intimate gathering, the right party foods can set the tone for a night to remember.

This collection of 15 New Year’s Eve party foods has everything you need to keep your guests mingling and munching all night long. Get ready to wow your guests with this lineup of crowd-pleasing recipes!

Tips to make your party food planning even easier

  • Prep ahead where possible: Choose recipes that can be made ahead or require minimal last-minute assembly, so you can spend more time enjoying the party.
  • Offer a mix of flavors: Include a balance of savory, sweet, spicy, and refreshing options to satisfy different palates.
  • Keep portions bite-sized: Finger foods and small portions make it easier for guests to snack and socialize without juggling plates and utensils. 

Steak Crostini with Horseradish Spread

Steak Crostini

Steak Crostini with Horseradish Spread appetizers are the perfect appetizers with toasted slices of French baguette, tender slices of steak and a rich and spicy horseradish spread. If you’re looking for a stunning appetizer that makes everyone go “ooh”, then this is the recipe you want to make.

Smoke Salmon Pinwheels

smoked salmon pinwheels

Elevate your appetizer game with Smoked Salmon Pinwheels—a delightful and elegant treat that’s perfect for parties, brunches, or any special occasion. These pinwheels combine the rich, savory flavor of smoked salmon with creamy cheese and fresh herbs, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla.

Pulled Pork Crostini

pulled pork crostini

These Pulled Pork Crostini are the appetizer you’re looking for, with savory, smoky flavors and a refreshing crunch. This delicious dish takes tender, slow-cooked pulled pork and pairs it with a tangy coleslaw, all served atop crispy crostini.

Caprese Tortellini Skewers

Caprese tortellini skewers

Caprese Tortellini Skewers are made by threading seasoned cheese tortellini, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella balls onto a skewer. They are the perfect party appetizer! Make them ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.

Spanish Patatas Bravas

Patatas Bravas

If you’ve ever had Patatas Bravas, you know they’re not just potatoes—they’re a crispy, golden bite of joy topped with a smoky, slightly spicy tomato sauce and a drizzle of garlicky aioli. This Spanish classic is the kind of dish that turns any meal into a celebration. Make them as an appetizer, for your holiday party and watch these crispy potatoes steal the show.

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Cooked shrimp wrapped in bacon

These Bacon Wrapped Shrimp are crisped in the oven and tossed in a savory sweet sauce. They are a great appetizer to serve at parties or as a finger food side dish for any occasion. Everyone loves bacon, after all. You can prepare them in advance and have them ready to pop in the oven when guests arrive.

Easy Smoked Salmon Dip

Smoked salmon dip

Easy Smoked Salmon Dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion, offering a delicious balance of smoky, creamy, and savory flavors. If you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve party or looking for a quick snack then this is the perfect appetizer.

Baked Brie with Garlic

Garlic butter baked brie

Garlic Butter Baked Brie is the ultimate indulgent appetizer, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something extra special. The creamy, melty brie is infused with rich garlic butter, creating a decadent combination that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or crisp crackers.

Loaded Tater Tots

Loaded tater tots

Loaded Tater Tots are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy, golden-brown bites of potato goodness with all your favorite toppings. Pile on cheese, bacon, sour cream, and whatever else you love, and you’ve got the ultimate appetizer that’s crispy and delicious.

Creamy Spinach Dip

spinach artichoke dip

Cold Spinach Artichoke Dip is a refreshing twist on the classic warm appetizer. This no-bake dip combines the rich creaminess of cheeses with the bright, tangy flavor of artichokes and the earthy goodness of spinach. Serve it chilled with crackers, fresh veggies, or baguette slices for an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser.

Dill Pickle Pinwheels

dill pickle pinwheels

These delightful Dill Pickle Pinwheel bites combine the tangy crunch of dill pickles with creamy goodness, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla. They’re not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile, making them a perfect addition to any party platter.

French Onion Bites

French onion bites on a tray

French Onion Bites are made with phyllo pastry and filled with sweet caramelized onions and Gruyere cheese just like the famous French onion soup we all love, but in appetizer form. They look fancy but are so simple and taste great making them ideal for serving to guests at your New Year’s Eve bash.

Buffalo Shrimp Appetizer

Buffalo shrimp

This Buffalo Shrimp Recipe combines tender shrimp with the tangy kick of buffalo sauce for a spicy, flavorful, and easy appetizer. Served as an appetizer, these shrimp are a crowd-pleasing favorite. This quick and easy recipe can be paired with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for that classic buffalo experience.

Teriyaki Salmon Bites

Teriyaki salmon bites on a plate

These Teriyaki Salmon Bites are coated in a sweet teriyaki glaze and fried to perfection, then topped with sesame seeds and green onions, to make an irresistible appetizer. These Teriyaki Salmon Bites are coated in a sweet teriyaki glaze and fried to perfection, then topped with sesame seeds and green onions, to make an irresistible appetizer.

Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites have the bold, spicy flavor of classic buffalo wings and are just as addictive. These bite-sized florets are coated in a flavorful batter and roasted or air-fried to crispy perfection. Then they are tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce making them a hit for just about any get together.

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