12 New Year’s Eve Appetizers Your Guests Will Love

As the year comes to an end and we enter a new one, we celebrate the closing of one chapter and the beginning of another. Naturally, this calls for some festivities. Regardless of how you’re celebrating this year—whether you’re donning a viral makeup look for a night-out or keeping things low-key at home—your celebration should definitely include some delicious New Year’s Eve appetizers. After all, grade-A food is practically a requirement of any big celebration.

So grab a festive cocktail and pair it with one of these quick and easy recipes to ring in the new year in style. Keep scrolling to learn the 12 New Year’s Eve appetizers your guests will love.

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New Year’s Eve Appetizers:

1. Charcuterie Board

A charcuterie board is a staple at any gathering because it’s a beloved fan-favorite. Charcuterie boards are simple, easy to make, and let you get creative with your food choices and pairings! Some great ingredients to use on a charcuterie board include:

2. Prosciutto & Arugula Salad

This salad can be made in 5 minutes or less and makes for a great appetizer because it’s so light. All you need to make is 4 oz of arugula, 1 tbs lemon juice, 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil, 8 oz thinly sliced prosciutto, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the lemon juice into a small bowl, season with salt and pepper, then beat in olive oil. Follow that by pouring homemade dressing over arugula and tossing evenly. Place the prosciutto in folds on a plate, then add in arugula, and you’re good to go!

3. Cauliflower Pizza

This is a great option for those who are gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. All you need to do is purchase a cauliflower crust or make from scratch, and use one of these pizza recipes to create a divine treat.

4. Burger Sliders

Who doesn’t love a cute burger slider?! Serve these, and your guests are bound to rave about you and your party-throwing skills. Top your sliders off with some cheese, crumbled bacon, mushrooms, or caramelized onions.

5. Chips, Guac, and Salsa

A traditional party appetizer, this one is great because it’s super allergy-friendly and easy to make.

6. Mussels or Littlenecks

Calling all seafood lovers. Celebrate the end of the year by kicking off your meal with a steaming hot appetizer of mussels or littlenecks (personal preference!). Use this seafood sauce, and both you and your guests will most definitely fall in love. P.S: get some bread to dip into the sauce and seafood while eating—you won’t regret it, promise.

7. Sweet, Salty, and Spicy Nuts

Nothing says “picky food” quite like nuts. Recipe via allrecipes.

8. Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp cocktail is a party appetizer staple—and for good reason. It’s super simple and still feels like a massive treat. Plus, even non-seafood lovers tend to gravitate towards this dish. Really, it’s a win-win all around.

9. Butter Board

Simple and effective, a butter board is everything you need for a versatile appetizer. It’s essentially a soft, buttery spread that’s garnished with herbs, spices, fruits, and jams of your choosing; these garnishes can be anything you want. Serve it alongside warm bread that can be dipped into its buttery goodness.

10. Twice Baked Potato Bites

Comfort food, anyone? This appetizer is an explosion of warm, savory flavor. Recipe via Today.

11. Buffalo Chicken Dip

Another appetizer made to fuel up for the winter, buffalo chicken dip is sure to be a hit at any party. Serve with tortilla chips or veggies.

12. Veggie and Hummus Platter

A hummus platter is great for vegetarians, allergy-friendly and super versatile. Create a pretty hummus platter with these tips.