The meaning of New Year's Eve has taken on a lot of change for me over the past few years. Once my
favorite party night of the year, it's turned into a much more relaxed celebration with my husband and a few close friends. Rather than brave the crowds and fork over a hefty cover charge at a nearby bar, we like to host an intimate gathering at home and spend our money on good champagne and a few indulgent eats. We'll most likely have a glass in our hand all night, so I find that serving an array of appetizers is the easiest way to fill up on New Year's Eve without interfering with the fun. These easy and elegant bites can be prepped in advance and then quickly heated or assembled right before guests arrive or in waves over the course of the evening. Serve with your favorite champagne or festive cocktail and enjoy!
New Year's Eve Appetizers:
- Baked Brie with Honey & Walnuts - Serve with crackers or toast points for an elegant twist on a typical cheese plate
- Crab Dip - The generous amount of lump crabmeat in this creamy dip is the perfect holiday indulgence
- Creamy Oyster and Chanterelle Crostini - A fancy riff on traditional crostini based off a recipe from the world's best chef
- Mini Garlic Hassleback Potatoes - The potatoes can be dressed up even further with a spoonful of caviar or a drizzle of truffle oil
- Broiled Oysters with Sriracha Butter- Nothing says traditional New Year's Eve decadence like a plate of shucked oysters
* Want more ideas? See a full list of my appetizer recipes.
The key to a good cocktail party (besides good cocktails!) is to make sure you're enjoying time with friends instead of spending the night in the kitchen. Here are some of my favorite store-bought items to set out as appetizers - no cooking required:
- Smoked or Salted Almonds
- Thinly-sliced Prosciutto or Genoa Salami
- Herbed Boursin Cheese and Water Crackers
- Crunchy, Juicy Green Grapes
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