Do you somehow have the feeling that we celebrated New Year's Eve just yesterday? In fact, almost a year has passed and New Year's Eve is just around the corner. And with the New Year celebrations, the same questions arise again and again: How do we want to celebrate and what do we have to eat? Tasty and delicious snacks are simply a must at a good celebration! After all, we can't drink all night on an empty stomach, right? Are you hosting a New Year's Eve party this year and have no idea what to serve? If you're tired of raclette or fondue, then you should definitely read on. So that you don't spend hours in the kitchen and you and your guests start the new year happy and full, we have found some really great recipes for New Year's Eve appetizers for you. Whether pizza rolls, cheese balls or even vegan – there is something for every taste! Have fun imitating and have a happy new year!
New Year's Eve appetizers: crispy potato balls
Looking for ideas for quick and easy New Year's Eve appetizers? Then look no further and make these potato balls! Wonderfully soft on the inside and beautifully crispy on the outside – a real dream!
Ingredients for 20-24 pieces:
- 750 grams of mashed potatoes
- 120 grams of breadcrumbs
- 1 No
- 120 grams of cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 bunch of spring onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon each garlic and paprika powder
- oil for frying
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Form into small balls and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on kitchen paper and your crispy potato balls are ready!
Small antipasti skewers as finger food
Antipasti are always a good choice when we're in a hurrydelicious and easy appetizerwant to prepare. The recipe is super customizable and you can feel free to experiment with the ingredients.
Ingredients for 20 skewers:
- 250 grams of tortellini with cheese filling
- 230 Grams Mini-Mozzarella
- 120 grams salami, thinly sliced
- 100 grams of roasted peppers from the jar, cut into small pieces
- 120 grams of jarred artichoke hearts, drained
- 100 grams of green olives
- 2 EL Balsamic Essig
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 30 ml olive oil
- 1 bunch of fresh basil
Preparation:
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente and drain.
- Mix olive oil, Italian seasoning and balsamic vinegar in a bowl and let the mozzarella marinate for 15 minutes.
- Layer mozzarella, salami, peppers, tortellini, artichoke hearts, olives and basil on skewers and your quick New Year's Eve appetizers are ready.
Bacon-wrapped chicken bites
Tender and juicy chicken wrapped in crispy bacon - these bacon-wrapped chicken bites are definitely one of the tastiest New Year's Eve bites you can make yourself.
Ingredients for 18-20 pieces:
- 450 grams of chicken breast fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 80 grams of bacon, cut into strips
- 30 grams of brown sugar
- 20 grams of maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon each of paprika and garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- Whisk together sugar, maple syrup and spices in a large bowl and marinate chicken for 10-15 minutes.
- Wrap chicken with slices of bacon and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and enjoy!
Crispy coconut shrimp from the oven
New Year's Eve appetizers can be a little more decadent and the coconut shrimp are simply the perfect appetizer for that! And since they are not fried but baked, they are the perfect treat for anyone who is watching their figure.
Ingredients:
- 500 grams of jumbo shrimp
- 60 grams of breadcrumbs
- 100 grams of unsweetened coconut flakes
- 35 grams of flour
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 Tbsp Coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon each garlic and paprika powder
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat and fry breadcrumbs and coconut flakes in it, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix spices in a small bowl.
- Place flour in a separate bowl.
- Dip the shrimp first in the flour, then in the eggs and finally in the coconut mixture and spread on the baking tray.
- Bake for 10 minutes, turn and bake for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve the coconut shrimp with a dip of your choice and your New Year's Eve snacks are ready!
New Year's Eve Bites: Jalapeño Cheese Balls
And here's a great recipe for New Year's Eve appetizers for all cheese lovers! These cheese balls are quick to make and are sure to be a hitCrowd favorite at your party? And the best part? Feel free to prepare them the day before so you have more time for your festive outfit.
Ingredients:
- 240 grams of cheddar cheese
- 220 grams cream cheese, at room temperature
- 75 grams of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped finely
- 60 grams bacon, finely chopped
- 120 grams of walnuts
- 1 teaspoon each garlic and onion powder
- Pretzel sticks
Preparation:
- Fry the bacon in a pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until crispy.
- Toast the walnuts in another pan for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix the cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, jalapeños and spices in a bowl until smooth.
- Whisk bacon and chopped walnuts together in a bowl.
- Form small balls and roll them in the bacon mixture.
- Place 1 pretzel stick in each ball and store the cheese balls in the refrigerator until serving.
Vegan tortilla roll-ups with sun-dried tomatoes and basil
Since more and more people are eating a plant-based diet, you'll also need to prepare some vegan New Year's Eve appetizers for your party. Full of flavor and ready in 15 minutes, these sun-dried tomato and basil tortilla rolls are the perfect appetizer to treat your vegan (and not only) guests.
Ingredients for 20 snacks:
- 2 large tortillas
- 230 grams of vegan cream cheese
- 50 grams sun-dried tomatoes, chopped finely
- 50 grams frozen spinach, defrosted
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 20 grams of vegan parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil
Preparation:
- Mix all ingredients except the basil in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Spread the mixture on the tortillas and scatter the basil leaves on top.
- Roll up the tortillas tightly and press them together slightly.
- Cut small pieces with a sharp knife, arrange on a serving platter and serve.
Cranberry Brie Bites
Do you love the combination of sweet and salty? Then you'll love these puff pastry cranberry brie bites. Nice and crunchy, full of flavors and easy to prepare - sounds like the perfect finger food for New Year's Eve to us, right?
Ingredients:
- 1 puff pastry roll
- 130 grams Brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- 120 grams of cranberry sauce/jam
- 50 grams pecans or walnuts, chopped finely
- 2-3 fresh rosemary sprigs
Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees and spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured work surface and cut into 24 squares.
- Carefully place the squares in the muffin tin and prick them several times with a fork.
- Pour brie into the muffin tins and top with cranberry sauce.
- Sprinkle with pecans and top with a piece of rosemary.
- Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown and allow to cool completely.
- And your Brie bites made from puff pastry are ready!
New Year's Eve appetizers: puff pastry pizza snails
When it comes to finger food, pizza rolls are THE classic that no buffet should be without. But how about serving puff pastry pizza rolls as New Year's Eve appetizers this year? Your guests will love them, we promise!
Ingredients for 12 pieces:
- 1 puff pastry roll
- 50 grams of tomato sauce of your choice
- 100 grams of ham or salami
- 100 grams of cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 egg, beaten
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured work surface and spread with the tomato sauce.
- Spread the salami on top and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Roll up the puff pastry tightly and place in the fridge for 10 minutes.
- Cut small rolls and brush with the beaten egg.
- Bake the puff pastry pizza rolls for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and serve with a sauce of your choice.
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