New Year’s Party Recipes
Finger foods, appetizers, and more holiday bites
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Snowman Cheese Ball
Not only is this snowman adorable, but he's delicious, too! Your guests will love diving into this masterpiece. Make a snowman cheese ball »
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Sweet and Spicy Walnuts
Your guests won't be able to resist this addictive sweet-and-spicy snack.
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Shrimp Mango Salsa Phyllo Cups
A new year, a new way of serving shrimp. Ditch the cocktail sauce and glass dish for mango salsa and phyllo cups.
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Hazelnut-crusted Fried Brie
Your guests will go nuts over these wedges of melty, crunchy Brie!
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Baked Brie with Apricots and Almonds
If you prefer a more traditional baked Brie dish, just add some apricots and almonds and your guests will be begging you for the recipe.
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Warm Artichoke-Spinach Dip
Your friends and family will think you slaved all day to make this super-simple, comforting dip. Make warm artichoke-spinach dip »
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Potato Chip Scoops with Smoked Salmon and Herb Cream Cheese
You won't believe how little time it takes to make these elegantly simple appetizers.
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Caramelized Onion Dip
Forget the powdered seasonings and premade dips this year. Making fresh onion dip is easier than you think and tastes way better.
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Thai Chicken Salad
A little spice makes this chicken salad a great addition to any New Year's menu, and it won't wreck your diet (if you've already started it). Make Thai chicken salad »
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Homemade Egg Rolls
Why heat up frozen egg rolls when you can easily dazzle your guests by making them yourself?
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Pepperoni Pizza Puffs
Get ready to referee the fight over who gets the last one of these perfect pepperoni pizza puffs!
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Cinnamon Roasted Almonds
For those with a sweet tooth, these cinnamon roasted almonds are like potato chips, but better.
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Homemade Bailey's Irish Cream
After all the champagne, your guests may enjoy a nice night (morning?) cap. Cheers to a new year!
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5-Minute Glazed Cocktail Balls
A little spicy, a little sweet, these cocktail balls are ready in a matter of minutes (can you say the same thing for your New Year's hairdo?).
Make 5-minute glazed cocktail balls »
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Sweet and Salty Honey Goat Cheese Spread
Here's a simple way to make a simple cheese plate look super fancy. Add fresh fruit for a burst of color and sweetness.
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Savory Cheese Tartlets with Blackberries
Mini quiches are so ... last year. These one-bite tartlets will have your guests returning to the appetizer table all the way into 2012!
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Stuffed Mushrooms
Here's a basic mushroom recipe that tastes just like your favorite Italian mom makes 'em. They're a little garlicky, so pop these in your mouth after that New Year's kiss! Watch our video tutorial on how to make stuffed mushrooms »
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Cheesy Pumpkin Chickpea Croquettes
Fry up these vegan pumpkin fritters to give your guests something crunchy to snack on! You can even make them ahead and freeze to save you time the day of your party.
Make cheesy pumpkin chickpea croquettes »
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Salty-sweet Bacon Shortbread
Since you'll be celebrating into the wee hours anyway, why not make a little breakfast-infused treat by adding bacon to traditional shortbread?
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Garlic Cheese Wontons
You can't go wrong with something fried and cheesy. Splurge and eat these up now — your New Year's resolution diet starts in the morning!
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Savory Walnut Appetizer Scones
These two-bite scones are the perfect vehicle for all sorts of tasty toppings, but we think walnut and thyme give them a sophisticated taste for your soiree.
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Simple Salt and Pepper Tofu Triangles
This low-stress dish is one your vegetarian and vegan guests are sure to snack on all night long. Who knows, you might even convert a few meat-eating folks into tofu lovers before the year is over!
Make simple salt and pepper tofu triangles »
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Baked Brie with Olives
Baked brie is good enough on its own, but since this is New Year's, why not top it off with some olives for a little somethin' extra?
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Mushroom and Goat Cheese Flautas
If you can't travel south of the border to ring in the new year, bring some fiesta flair to the holiday with these flautas.
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Hot and Cheesy Black-Eyed Pea Dip
Black-eyed peas are considered good luck on New Year's Eve. Dress yours up with this cheesy recipe to make sure everyone has a great start to 2012.
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Caprese salad sticks
Amidst heavy party food, these mini kebabs with a Mediterranean flare provide a light bite for party guests. Bonus: they're a jiff to put together with no cook-time required.
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Buffalo chicken dip
Thick and creamy with a spicy kick, buffalo chicken dip is a party food you simply can't go wrong with. Perfect with celery sticks and crackers alike, we doubt there’ll be any left when the clock strikes midnight!
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Parmesan pigs in a blanket
This recipe takes your favorite finger food to new heights with a cheesy, Parmesan wrap. Expecting the norm, guests will be pleasantly surprised by the extra burst of flavor in every bite.
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Cheddar walnut coins
These cheesy crackers might look simple, but a dash of cayenne pepper gives them a surprising kick. Perfect for the party host who tends to procrastinate, these cheddar snacks can be whipped up in less than an hour!
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Bacon-wrapped dates
This bite-sized snack transforms bacon from greasy breakfast food to high-class delicacy. We dare party guests to eat just one.
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Pepperoni pizza deviled eggs
Kick traditional deviled eggs up a notch with this Italian recipe. Calling for pepperoni and cheese, this snack food is an instant hit with kids — and likely an even bigger hit with adults!
Make pepperoni pizza deviled eggs »
This snowman is amazing! Thank you for the inspiration. I’m hosting a party this New Year’s and I have no idea what to serve — this is a huge help.