A collection of New Year’s Eve recipes to help you ring in the new year! I’m sharing 30 New Year’s Eve appetizers and desserts perfect for fancy parties or small gatherings.
NYE Appetizers & Desserts
New Year’s Eve traditions vary around the world, but all have one common element: FOOD! Whether it’s eating 12 grapes in Spanish cultures or black eyed peas in the American south, we all like to welcome the new year with full bellies. Today’s collection of New Year’s Eve recipes includes some traditional foods (like Millionaire’s shortbread, a NYE treat in Scotland), but also fancier desserts and appetizers for more elegant celebrations.
When I share posts like this, I usually like to highlight my top pick of the list, and today that’s my champagne cookies. They are one of the most perfect New Year’s Eve desserts with their champagne-infused flavor and sparkly appearance!
I’ll kick things off with New Year’s Eve recipes of the sweet variety before ending with some savory New Year’s Eve appetizers. Let’s get to it!
New Year’s Eve Desserts
1. Champagne Cookies
Repurpose your champagne into these adorable star shaped champagne cookies! We love them for any celebration, but especially New Year’s Eve.
Made with a buttery sugar cookie base and a rich champagne infused frosting, these pretty champagne cookies are perfect for celebrating any milestone.
CHAMPAGNE STAR COOKIES RECIPE
2. Millionaire’s Shortbread
New Year’s Eve is all about manifesting good things for the year to come right? Set your financial goals up for success with this millionaire’s shortbread 😉!
This dessert has three distinct layers: a crisp shortbread base, chewy homemade caramel filling, and thick chocolate ganache top. It’s decadent and best served in small squares!
MILLIONAIRE’S SHORTBREAD RECIPE
3. Cannoli Dip
If you are a cannoli fan, you are going to love this inspired dip! It tastes just like cannoli filling (and psst, check out my cannoli cake, too!).
Cannoli dip is a simple way to enjoy the classic Italian dessert! It’s made with classic cannoli ingredients and is such a crowd-pleaser.
CANNOLI DIP RECIPE
4. Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
A creamy alternative to chocolate covered strawberries, these cheesecake stuffed berries are one of my favorite finger foods!
Cheesecake stuffed strawberries are the pefect last-minute dessert! They take just 5 minutes to make with only 6 ingredients.
CHEESECAKE STUFFED STRAWBERRIES RECIPE
5. King Cake
King cake is a fun and traditional New Year’s recipe that goes over so well at parties. Whoever finds the hidden plastic baby in their slice of cake will have good luck!
More bread than cake, King cake is an incredibly soft sweet bread with a cinnamon sugar filling and simple glaze. Don’t forget the festive sprinkles!
KING CAKE RECIPE
6. Champagne Granita
Craving something icy? Sparkly champagne granita will hit the spot! This is another one of my favorite New Year’s Eve desserts–so festive!
Only 3 ingredients! This recipe is perfect for making in advance, so you can spend your evening celebrating instead of baking.
CHAMPAGNE GRANITA RECIPE
7. Mini Dark Chocolate Cupcakes
How cute are these mini cupcakes?! Dark chocolate, caramel, and sea salt come together beautifully in this indulgent recipe.
Perfect for parties, this recipe takes less than an hour to make with plenty to share. The tastiest bite-sized dessert!
MINI DARK CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES RECIPE
8. New York Cheesecake
One of my newest cheesecake recipes, this New York cheesecake is so smooth and creamy.
There is absolutely no water bath needed for this New York cheesecake recipe! It’s so smooth and creamy and has a pretty sour cream topping.
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE RECIPE
9. Chocolate Pot De Creme
Impress your guests with individual servings of chocolate pot de creme! This recipe is perfect for small gatherings.
Luxurious, smooth, and silky chocolate pot de creme feels fancy, but is actually super simple to prepare. Perfect for making in advance!
CHOCOLATE POT DE CREME RECIPE
10. Cookie Dough Dip
Love edible cookie dough? My cookie dough dip pairs well with everything from strawberries to vanilla wafers.
Prepare for everyone to ask for the recipe! This dessert dip is SO easy and tastes great with a variety of dippers. No eggs and no raw flour!
COOKIE DOUGH DIP RECIPE
11. Mini Cheesecakes
Make a batch of mini cheesecakes with a bunch of different toppings so everyone can choose their favorite! Some of my go-to toppings include chocolate ganache, whipped cream, and strawberry sauce.
Perfectly portioned (and portable!) mini cheesecakes are a party favorite! Customize yours with your favorite crust, add-ins, and toppings.
MINI CHEESECAKES RECIPE
12. Chocolate Sugar Cookies
This chocolatey twist on classic sugar cookies looks so festive topped with my easy chocolate icing and shiny sprinkles.
Chocolate sugar cookies that hold their shape and can be customized for thin & crispy or thick & chewy results. Recipe includes an egg-free icing!
CHOCOLATE SUGAR COOKIES RECIPE
13. Turtle Cheesecake
Indulgent turtle cheesecake is the perfect New Year’s Eve recipe! It’s one of my personal favorite cheescakes.
Layered with caramel, chocolate ganache, and pecans throughout, this indulgent cheesecake is a showstopper. No water bath required!
TURTLE CHEESECAKE RECIPE
14. Creme Brulee
Impress your guests with this homemade creme brulee! It’s surprisingly easy to make despite its gourmet appearance.
You only need five ingredients to make this homemade creme brulee! It has that classic crackly sugar top and smooth, creamy custard underneath.
CREME BRULEE RECIPE
15. Tiramisu
Another fancy dessert made simple! This recipe is perfect for serving a crowd.
Rum soaked ladyfingers, whipped mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder make up this classic Italian dessert. It’s a crowd favorite!
TIRAMISU RECIPE
16. Dulce De Leche Cream Cheese Brownies
Spruce up classic brownies with creamy cheesecake and dulce de leche.
17. Marry Me Cookies
Hoping for a proposal this year? Make these cookies, and you must might get one 😉!
Loaded with crispy bacon, caramel, finely chopped chocolate and sea salt, these “marry me” cookies are a surefire way into anyone’s heart.
BACON COOKIES RECIPE
18. Raspberry Cheesecake
For a fruity twist on classic cheesecake, try my swirled raspberry cheesecake. This one looks bakery-worthy and tastes equally delicious on an Oreo crust!
Swirl fresh raspberry sauce into creamy cheesecake for an indulgent treat! No water bath needed!
RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE RECIPE
Now that we’ve covered New Year’s Eve desserts, let’s move onto some more savory NYE appetizers! I think you’re going to find quite a few that you’ll want to serve this year 😉
New Year’s Eve Appetizers
19. Garlic Butter Shrimp
This quick and easy shrimp has an incredible restaurant-quality flavor. Serve it with some crusty artisan bread on the side for sopping up that delicious sauce!
Flavored with garlic, fresh lemon juice, parsley, and white wine, this one-pot dish feels oh so fancy. This recipe takes just 25 minutes to make in one pot!
GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP RECIPE
20. Taco Dip
Everyone’s favorite! You simply can’t have a party without this classic taco dip.
My taco dip starts with a cream cheese and sour cream base before it’s topped off with your favorite taco toppings. Everyone loves this easy dip!
TACO DIP RECIPE
21. Buffalo Chicken Dip
Cheesy, a little spicy, and packed full of chicken, this buffalo chicken dip is a must-have this New Year’s Eve.
Buffalo chicken lovers will dig into this classic dip. It’s quick and easy–just 25 minutes to make!
BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP RECIPE
22. Dill Dip
This 100% from-scratch dill dip makes for an incredibly easy New Year’s Eve recipe. It’s one of our favorite appetizers, especially with fresh veggies!
This easy dill dip recipe is made with just 5 simple ingredients. It takes minutes to whip up in one bowl!
DILL DIP RECIPE
23. Coconut Shrimp
Transport your guests to the tropics for the evening with this incredible coconut shrimp!
Crispy coconut shrimp is a beloved restaurant appetizer, but did you know it’s actually quite simple to make at home? Ready in one hour!
COCONUT SHRIMP RECIPE
24. Jalapeno Popper Dip
Inspired by jalapeno poppers, this bacon jalapeno popper dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Hot and bubbly jalapeno popper dip will be the star of your appetizer table! This dip is so flavorful and satisfying.
JALAPENO POPPER DIP RECIPE
25. Pizza Dip
Dip slices of crusty artisan bread into this cheesy and saucy pepperoni pizza dip
Pizza lovers will delight in this cheesy pepperoni pizza inspired dip! Mini pepperonis are ideal here for the perfect bite.
PIZZA DIP RECIPE
26. Deviled Eggs
One of my favorite New Year’s Eve recipes, these million dollar deviled eggs live up to their name.
One of my most popular recipes! Deviled eggs are a classic party food, and these million dollar deviled eggs will knock every other recipe out of the park!
DEVILED EGGS RECIPE
27. Corn Dip
Looking for a unique New Year’s Eve appetizer? Corn dip is creamy, cheesy, and bursting with fresh corn flavor!
Flavored with bacon, scallions, and fresh jalapeno, this cheesy corn dip is a unique and crave-worthy appetizer. Can be served hot or cold!
CORN DIP RECIPE
28. Queso
Skip the jarred stuff and make your own queso! It’s so easy and everyone loves it.
You are just 15 minutes and one pot away from the absolute BEST queso you’ve ever had! This is the smoothest, most flavorful, BEST queso recipe.
QUESO RECIPE
29. French Onion Dip
Creamy and refreshing, this homemade version of everyone’s favorite French onion dip tastes absolutely amazing! We love serving ours with kettle chips.
Made with real caramelized onions, this from-scratch French onion dip has amazing flavor. Make it in advance for the best results!
FRENCH ONION DIP RECIPE
30. Spinach Artichoke Dip
Bubbly, cheesy spinach artichoke dip is so comforting and flavorful on a cold winter’s night! I also have an artichoke dip (no spinach), if you’d like to try that instead.
With just 30 minutes to make, this spinach artichoke dip is a fast appetizer that everyone loves! It’s made with four types of cheese for the best flavor.
SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP RECIPE
What are some of your favorite New Year’s Eve recipes? Everyone does something a little different, so I’d really love to hear how you celebrate. Leave me a note in the comments below!
Happy New Year! 🎊
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