The countdown to midnight is all about good vibes, great company, and amazing food! Whether you’re hosting a glamorous New Year’s Eve soirée or keeping it cozy with close friends, the right appetizers set the tone for the night. From creamy spinach artichoke dip served with crunchy baguette slices to spicy buffalo cauliflower bites that bring a zing of flavor, this collection of New Year’s appetizers is here to impress. We’ve got classic favorites and a few surprising twists—think savory puff pastry pinwheels, loaded potato skins, and even mini dessert bites to sweeten the deal. Let’s make this New Year’s Eve delicious!

Sausage Dip (Crockpot Recipe)

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Creamy Sausage Dip (Crockpot Recipe). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Warm Rotel sausage dip recipe combines the flavors of sausage and Rotel tomatoes with creamy Velveeta and cream cheese scooped with chips.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Sausage Dip (Crockpot Recipe)

Marinated Olives

A wooden bowl filled with marinated green olives garnished with herbs. Fresh parsley, basil leaves, a garlic clove, and chili flakes are scattered nearby on a wooden cutting board. The background is a light marble surface.
Flavor-Packed Sicilian Marinated Olives. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Delicious Green Marinated Sicilian Olives Recipe infuses, fresh herbs, garlic, oregano, chili pepper flakes with olive oil & vinegar dressing.
Get the Recipe: Flavor-Packed Sicilian Marinated Olives

Homemade Gardetto’s Pretzels

Honey mustard pretzels
Homemade Gardetto’s Mustard Pretzels Recipe. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Copycat Gardetto Mustard Pretzels Recipe is a quick and easy snack with a slight honey-sweet tangy coating in just 30 min.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Gardetto’s Mustard Pretzels Recipe

Sweet & Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip in 15 Minutes

A creamy dip topped with a vibrant red cranberry relish and garnished with slices of green jalapeño peppers. Surrounding the bowl are fresh cranberries, sliced bread on a wooden board, whole jalapeños, and crackers.
Sweet & Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Try this irresistible Cranberry Jalapeño Dip for your next party. Fresh cranberries, jalapeños, and cream cheese make for a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Get the Recipe: Sweet & Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip in 15 Minutes

Fresh & Zesty Salsa Fresca

A bowl of fresh pico de gallo, featuring diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños, is placed on a teal cloth. The vibrant red tomatoes are prominent, and a small wooden spoon with a portion of the mixture, along with a side dish of cilantro, are visible nearby.
Fresh & Zesty Salsa Fresca. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make salsa fresca with this simple and delicious recipe. Classic Mexican spices, tomatoes, onions, garlic, jalapenos, cilantro, & lime
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Homemade French Onion Dip

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Creamy Homemade French Onion Dip. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This recipe is a copycat version of the classic Lipton Onion Soup Dip Recipe without all the preservatives in the box mix. It takes less than 5 minutes to make this rich and creamy dip using everyday pantry staples and fresh sour cream.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Homemade French Onion Dip

Soda Pop BBQ Slow Cooker Wings

Crock pot chicken wings with Dr Pepper and barbecue sauce beans brushed on
Tender 3-Ingredient BBQ Slow Cooker Wings. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These Slow Cooker BBQ Wings is a sophisticated and simple appetizer, they’re the ideal way to start your Christmas dinner. Keep them warm in the slow cooker and serve them with your favorite dipping sauces.
Get the Recipe: Tender 3-Ingredient BBQ Slow Cooker Wings

Buffalo Chicken Dip

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Bold Buffalo Chicken Rotisserie Dip. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy buffalo chicken dip recipe features juicy rotisserie chicken, three types of cheeses, hot sauce, make a creamy party dip appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Bold Buffalo Chicken Rotisserie Dip

Poor Man’s Caviar Party Dip

Texas caviar with beans, cilantro, onions and seasonings
Zesty Mexican Caviar Party Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Also known as Texas caviar, this dip features black-eyed peas, corn, and a tangy dressing. It’s quick to assemble and can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
Get the Recipe: Zesty Mexican Caviar Party Dip

Oven Roasted Cashews With Rosemary

A brown ceramic bowl filled with roasted cashews is garnished with sprigs of fresh rosemary, placed on a white surface.
Crunchy Roasted Cashews. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Sweet & Spicy Roasted Cashews are a delightful appetizer, snack, or gift to give that is quick and easy to make and is gluten-free.
Get the Recipe: Crunchy Roasted Cashews

Buffalo Meatballs: Quick Appetizer

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Buffalo Turkey Meatballs: Quick Appetizer. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Stress-free Holiday appetizers? These Buffalo Turkey Meatballs made in the Air Fryer are the perfect quick snack or appetizer that you can make ahead and freeze in large batches.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Turkey Meatballs: Quick Appetizer

Grandma’s Pickle Roll-Ups

Party pickle Roll-Ups on a plate with fresh dill ready to be served
Quick & Tasty Pickle Roll-Ups. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Pickle roll ups are an easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for the holidays.  With these simple how-to steps, you can make this crowd-pleasing snack with minimal prep time. The best part is you only need 4 ingredients to make a big serving tray of these delicious appetizers.
Get the Recipe: Quick & Tasty Pickle Roll-Ups

Spicy Homemade Pimento Cheese

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Spicy Homemade Pimento Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This spicy homemade pimento cheese dip is a blend of creamy cheeses, mayo, pimentos, and sweet and spicy pickled jalapeños.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Homemade Pimento Cheese

Georgia Candied Pecans

A bowl filled with glazed or candied pecans rests on a white surface. Some pecans are scattered nearby, showcasing their glossy coating and appeal as a sweet snack or dessert topping.
Sweet & Crunchy Candied Pecan Nuts. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These sweet, crunchy nuts are a versatile snack or salad topping. Prepare them in advance and store them in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Get the Recipe: Sweet & Crunchy Candied Pecan Nuts

Homemade Pretzel Cheese Dip

A close-up of soft pretzels sprinkled with salt next to a white bowl filled with creamy pretzel cheese dip. The smooth dip, with visible specks of seasoning, sits invitingly on a wooden surface.
Rich Creamy Pretzel Cheese Dip. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Perfectly creamy and cheesy, this easy-to-make pretzel dip is a must-try for your next snack, party, or cozy movie night on the couch.
Get the Recipe: Rich Creamy Pretzel Cheese Dip

Honey Crusted Pulled Pork BBQ Sliders

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Juicy Pulled Pork BBQ Sliders. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Perfect party appetizers, pulled pork sliders with a sweet and tangy barbecue sandwich sauce, melted cheese, on sweet Hawaiian slider buns.
Get the Recipe: Juicy Pulled Pork BBQ Sliders

Sloppy Taco Dip

Layered taco dip over nachos
Cheesy Taco Dip With Ground Beef. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This cheesy taco dip recipe with ground beef is a hot and creamy Crock Pot recipe that takes just 15 minutes to prepare.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Taco Dip With Ground Beef

Easy To Make Chex Mix: Slow Cooker Recipe

Easy & Unique Slow Cooker Chex Mix Recipe in a bowl with an almost empty bowl by it
Chex Mix: Slow Cooker Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Elevate your Chex mix game with this slow cooker recipe featuring a unique blend of spices. Simple to make and bursting with flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser!
Get the Recipe: Chex Mix: Slow Cooker Recipe

Light and Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip

Dill dip in a bowl with a sprig of deal on top
2-Minute Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

2-Minute Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip is an ideal quick party dip that only takes two minutes to prepare. Goes great with salty chips or veggie sticks.
Get the Recipe: 2-Minute Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip

Quick To Make Candied Cashews

A bowl filled with seasoned roasted cashews sits on a light textured surface. A hand is gently touching the bowl. Some cashews are scattered around. The bowl is lined with white parchment paper. A checkered cloth is visible in the corner.
Easy Candied Cashews Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Transform plain cashews into a delectable treat with just 10 minutes of prep. These sweet, caramel-coated nuts are perfect appetizers to munch on before the main course.
Get the Recipe: Easy Candied Cashews Recipe

Sweet Pretzel Dip

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Creamy Strawberry Pretzel Dip. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This creamy dip combines strawberries and cream cheese for a sweet complement to salty pretzels. Prepare it ahead and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Tzatziki Dip

A bowl of creamy tzatziki sauce with a spoon, surrounded by fresh dill, cucumber slices, lemons, a small glass bowl of olive oil, and measuring spoons on a marble countertop.
Tzatziki Greek Dip Recipe. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Greek Tzatziki Sauce is a fresh and creamy Mediterranean dip made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, and dill. Perfect as a topping, dip, or mix-in, it’s quick to make and adds a tangy twist to your favorite dishes.
Get The Recipe: Tzatziki Greek Dip Recipe

Tropical Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple Bites

Close-up of several bacon-wrapped items secured with toothpicks, arranged on a white surface.
Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple Bites. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

These bacon-wrapped pineapple bites are a game-changer. Soft, juicy pineapple chunks wrapped in crispy, savory bacon are amazingly simple yet surprisingly satisfying – talk about textural bliss! They’re great for entertaining or simply fulfilling your sweet and salty cravings. My 2-ingredient recipe comes together with just 10 minutes of prep time – it’s the perfect addition to your arsenal of quick and easy appetizers!
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Buttery Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread

Six buttery, golden-brown shortbread cookies arranged on a piece of brown parchment paper. The cookies have a round shape with slightly crumbly edges.
Buttery Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These savory and easy to make parmesan rosemary shortbread cookies are an elegant appetizer or special late-night snack with a glass of wine.
Get the Recipe: Buttery Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread

Air Fryer Chickpea Crunchy Appetizer

Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe Healthy Snack Idea
Air Fryer Chickpea Crunchy Appetizer. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Crispy Air Fryer Chickpea Recipe is a quick and delicious crunchy appetizer snack ready in 15 minutes, and all you need is a can of chickpeas, seasoning, and your air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chickpea Crunchy Appetizer

Classic & Velvety Deviled Eggs

A plate of deviled eggs is arranged neatly, each with a creamy orange filling and a sprinkle of paprika on top. The background features stacked white plates and a white cloth.
Classic & Velvety Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Classic deviled eggs are little bites of goodness that combine hard-boiled eggs, some special seasonings with mayonnaise, and yellow mustard.
Get the Recipe: Classic & Velvety Deviled Eggs

Sweet Dip Strawberry & Apple Salsa

Fruity Strawberry & Apple Salsa. Image Credit: Mitten Girl

Fresh apples, strawberries, and mint come together in this fresh apple salsa. No cook fruit salsa is perfect for serving at parties or backyard BBQs.
Get the Recipe: Fruity Strawberry & Apple Salsa

Cuban Sandwich Skewers

Hearty Cuban Sandwich Skewers. Image Credit: Amy Casey Cooks

Need a fun to make and fun to eat appetizer skewers? This easy cold appetizer on a stick is made with layers of Swiss cheese, ham, Dijon mustard, salami, and baby dill pickles.
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Classic BBQ Bourbon Smokies

Image shows A person is holding a toothpick with a little smokie over a bowl filled with more bbq bourbon little smokies.
Smoky BBQ Bourbon Smokies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Smoky bourbon BBQ sauce coats these little smokies, making them hard to resist. As an easy-to-make party appetizer, they combine sweet and savory flavors that guests will enjoy throughout the night. Set them out and watch everyone reach for these tasty bites.
Get the Recipe: Smoky BBQ Bourbon Smokies

Special Strawberry Balsamic Creamy Bites

Strawberry Balsamic Cream Cheese Bites
Flavorful Strawberry Balsamic Creamy Bites. Image Credit: Lanas Cooking

A simple appetizer that combines a stunning look with Classic Italian flavors of strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and cracked black pepper. The addition of cream cheese makes a creamy, tangy base for the strawberry topping.
Get the Recipe: Flavorful Strawberry Balsamic Creamy Bites

Vidalia Sweet Onion Dip

A hand is dipping a cracker into a cast iron skillet filled with a bubbling, golden-brown baked cheese dip. The dip appears creamy and cheesy, with a slightly crispy top layer. A bowl of crackers is partially visible in the background on a dark surface.
Vidalia Sweet Onion Dip. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Vidalia onion dip is our all time favorite hot dip for parties or game day. It uses just a few simple ingredients, but when combined they are amazing. What could be better than sweet onions and gooey cheese!
Get the Recipe: Vidalia Sweet Onion Dip

Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

A close-up of a bowl filled with Chex mix snack, featuring a combination of pretzels, corn and wheat cereal squares, and brown rye chips. Some of the mix is spilled over a gray cloth in the background.
Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked. Photo Credit: Butter and Baggage

This Homemade Chex Mix Recipe coated in a bold and buttery seasoning is an ideal snack. Great for road trips or back to school.
Get the Recipe: Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked

Quick Marinated Mozzarella Balls

Super Easy Marinated Mozzarella Balls. Image Credit: Recipe Pocket

These easy marinated mozzarella balls are perfect to add to a cold charcuterie and cheese board. Fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil infuse the cheese with tons of flavor.
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Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizers

Cucumber cups filled with creamy avocado mousse, topped with sun-dried tomatoes and parsley, arranged on a white plate. Lemon slices are partially visible in the background.
Classy Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizers. Image Credit: Haute and Healthy Living

A cucumber appetizer topped with a creamy, flavorful avocado and goat cheese mixture. They’re perfect little bites for any party or get together. They’re also naturally vegetarian, low carb, keto, and gluten-free.
Get the Recipe: Classy Avocado Goat Cheese Cucumber Appetizers

Pasta Salad Skewers

Skewers with tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, basil, and slices of pepperoni arranged on parchment paper, accompanied by a small bowl of green dipping sauce.
Festive Pasta Salad Skewers. Image Credit: Inquiring Chef

These pasta salad skewers are the perfect answer to serving a salad for a cocktail party! Tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil are layered onto skewers for an easy to eat handheld appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Festive Pasta Salad Skewers