12 Appetizers to Ring in the New Year

By Jennifer A. • Dec 19, 2024

How do you kick off a celebration? With delicious and fancy snacks, of course! These 12 Appetizer Recipes are a perfect one-stop-shop for all your party snack needs this holiday season!

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#1. Magic Balls

There's something rather enchanting about appetizers: these little morsels of food are often the most fondly remembered part of any party or meal simply because they create an amazing first impression. Since that's the case, Magic Balls are sure to cast a spell over all your guests: These crunchy, cheesy mac and cheese balls are deep-fried to a charming golden brown in a satisfying potato chip crust for a truly mystifyingly good bite. The mac and cheese within is creamy and sharp, with just a hint of heat from the pimiento peppers and the Pepper Jack cheese. Magic Balls make such a good first impression that you might need to have them ready to eat throughout the whole party!

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#2. Blissful Bites

Blissful Bites are the summation of snack time. They're the endgame of appetizers. They're the thing you eat so much of that the main course becomes an afterthought. Savory chicken pieces are wrapped in succulent bacon and seasoned beautifully, then brushed with sweet and smoky maple syrup. Perfect. Just perfect. Blissful Bites will have you smiling for a long time afterward!

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#3. Easy Fried Ravioli

According to legend, the first fried ravioli came about when a traditional ravioli slipped into a fryer in St. Louis. There's nothing accidental about how delicious Easy Fried Ravioli tastes! Crispy-crunchy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and sprinkled with parmesan, Easy Fried Ravioli is one of the greatest appetizers of all time for good reason. Dipped in marinara sauce, this is an easy snack bursting with finger-licking flavors. You won't just dip into the Easy Fried Ravioli; you'll cannonball in!

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#4. Sticky Mongolian Meatballs

These Asian-inspired meatballs are covered in a flavorful sauce that blends garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Sticky Mongolian Meatballs are a unique take on Mongolian beef, a favorite among Chinese restaurants for good reason. These Sticky Mongolian Meatballs can even be served as appetizers — just stick a toothpick in them. For dinner, serve alongside jasmine rice and sauteed veggies.

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#5. Shrimp Ceviche

Shrimp Ceviche is a no-cook appetizer that feels like you've escaped to the islands. The citrus acids of the fruit marinade actually cook the shrimp and infuse it with bright, tropical flavors. Mixed with spicy jalapeño peppers, crispy jícama, and juicy tomatoes, Shrimp Ceviche will have you fawning over it! Let this appetizer whisk you off your feet to white sandy beaches!

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#6. Crispy Artichoke Bites

Whether you're having an intimate gathering or a full spread for many, it's always a challenge to come up with a unique appetizer that hasn't been seen (or eaten) again and again. These Crispy Artichokes Bites will be a welcomed surprise for all of your guests! The not-new-to-you artichokes get bathed in a crispy self-made shell that is the perfect bite-size tasty treat. Not only do they taste amazing, but they are also a beautiful eye-catching addition to your appetizer entourage. Let our Crispy Artichoke Bites take center stage at your next lowkey or high traffic event. It will be an unbelievably great experience for all!

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#7. Milanese Bites

You've had popcorn chicken before, but never with this much pop! Milanese Bites takes the classic breaded cutlet and shrinks it down to bite-size, but it can't shrink the enormous flavors of the juicy, savory chicken, the crunchy golden-brown breadcrumb coating, or the fragrance of the Italian herbs sprinkled throughout! Served with the refreshing kick of lemon, Milanese Bites can be served as the main course or as an appetizer for a big pasta dinner. Either way, you'll be enjoying every bite of these poultry poppers!

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#8. Easy Homemade Potstickers

Easy Homemade Potstickers proves that you don't need to call delivery when you're craving this classic appetizer! Filled with juicy pork and savory mushrooms, Easy Homemade Potstickers are flavorful, hearty, and crispy, perfect for dunking in soy sauce or sriracha. Any home chef can make these, and you'll wonder why you ever called for takeout after tasting your homemade delights!

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#9. Bacon-Wrapped Brussels

So, Brussels sprouts are enjoying a new wave of popularity, becoming one of the vegetables of choice. What could possibly make them better? Don't act like you don't already know, it's bacon! Bacon-Wrapped Brussels are precisely what they say they are: garden-fresh, crispy sprouts with an even more crispy and succulent bacon shawl wrapped around them! The balsamic dip on the side adds tang and extra savory flavor for those who want to take them to the next level, but Bacon-Wrapped Brussels are already a next-level appetizer that is surprisingly easy to make!

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#10. Baby Burgers

Aww, look at them! Baby Burgers! So tiny and so tasty! These little savory bundles of flavor are swaddled in a bun and topped with classics like melty American cheese and sour pickles to really enhance all that beefy flavor. You can absolutely serve Baby Burgers as a main course, but you could also serve them up as an appetizer for barbeques, garden parties, or even just dinner parties that need a little extra fun added to them. Everyone will be cooing over Baby Burgers... while they pick out their preferred condiments, of course!

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#11. Brie-Stuffed Shrooms

Your main course isn't the only thing that can be elevated! Nope, make Brie-Stuffed Shrooms and you'll create a brilliant appetizer that'll blow everyone away. These baby bella mushrooms get coated in a buttery, breadcrumb mixture, then are stuffed with some creamy brie to create a blend of flavors unlike anything you've tasted before. Perfect for the highest rated restaurant (or your kitchen), Brie-Stuffed Shrooms are completely incredible!

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#12. Loaded Twice Baked Potato Bites

These Loaded Twice Baked Potato Bites receive the 1st place award for Best Appetizer! Filled with creamy, melty cheese and crispy bacon, and garnished with refreshing sour cream, chives, and peppers, this app is sure to hit the spot. You can even have them as a snack or a side to your meal; they're so good, you'll want any excuse to have them! Make these Loaded Twice Baked Potato Bites for the perfect savory, cheesy treat.

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