Cooking a New Year’s Eve feast is a daunting task. From appetizers to dinner items and desserts, every dish has to be delicious to kickstart the upcoming year with a bang. If you are wondering what you can prepare for your loved ones at your New Year’s Eve party, try these eight recipes that will surely be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, they are easy to make, so you can enjoy your time with your loved ones instead of stressing about the food.
1. Champagne jelly flutes
You can simply serve champagne in a glass or amp it up by making it bubbly all the way till the last drop (or should we say the last scoop). All you need to make these amazing-looking Champagne jelly flutes is gelatine powder, sugar, sparkling wine, chilled pale white grape juice, and raspberries. This snack, paired with a sparkling drink of your choice, will be a great way to start the New Year’s Eve party.
2. Black-eyed pea bruschetta
An NYE party is incomplete without appetizers. A dish that will complement the drinks well is black-eyed pea bruschetta. The best part is that this New Year’s Eve recipe will come together in minutes. All you have to do is mix cooked collard greens, thyme leaves, peas, bell pepper, scallion, garlic, vinegar, thyme, mustard, honey, Cajun seasoning, and salt in a bowl and spread it on a bruschetta toast or crostini. And voila, the dish is ready!
3. Sausage stuffed mushrooms
A blend of sweet Italian sausage, onions, and peppers creates a sweet-and-savory filling for stuffed mushrooms. If you want it as fresh as possible, the mushrooms can be stuffed before the arrival of your guests and baked later when you start serving the appetizers. Arrange them on a baking tray beforehand to avoid a last-minute rush.
4. Bacon-wrapped pineapple shrimp
We know bacon and shrimp in one dish may sound odd. However, trust the process, and this recipe will deliver. Just wrap the shrimp with pineapple and bacon and hold it together with a toothpick. Then sauté until the bacon is crispy for a sweet and salty bite-size dish. Your guests will surely be impressed with this appetizer.
5. Shrimp scampi with linguine
Another great New Year’s Eve recipe that uses shrimp! Shrimp scampi with linguine is a buttery, garlicky dish in white wine sauce. It pairs perfectly with a glass of wine, so have some glasses ready for you and your guests.
6. Aleppo pork chops with potatoes and greens
Sounds like a hearty meal, doesn’t it? It may sound complicated, but trust us, this meal comes together in minutes. Bone-in pork chops, maple syrup, pepper, potatoes, and Swiss chard are all you need to prepare this delectable New Year’s Eve recipe. The sweet and spicy taste of the dish will make your guests go for a second serving.
7. Cannoli bites
To begin the New Year on a sweet note, these Cannoli bites are a must. Use frozen phyllo tart shells and fill the shell with a decadent filling of ricotta, sugar, orange, and vanilla mix for that rich and sweet taste.
8. Bourbon balls
If you are looking for a boozy yet sweet New Year’s Eve recipe, look no further than these bourbon balls. Made with finely chopped pecans, crushed vanilla wafer cookies, and star ingredient bourbon, these no-bake cookie truffles will be the highlight of your party.
From appetizers to desserts, we have given you some easy yet delectable New Year’s Eve recipes that will be perfect to ring 2024. Which of these dishes will end up on your dinner table? Do let us know in the comment section below.
