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13 New Year's Eve Appetizer Ideas

These small-bite appetizers are perfect for ringing in the New Year whether you're hosting a party or hanging out on the couch waiting for the ball to drop.

Everything Bagel Pigs In A Blanket

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These pigs in a blanket are always a favorite with their crisp puff pastry and added flavor bonus of everything bagel seasoning.

Get the Recipe: Everything But The Bagel Pigs In A Blanket

Classic Southern Deviled Eggs

Prepared southern deviled eggs topped with cayenne pepper on a white deviled egg platter.
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These simple deviled eggs are given the Southern touch thanks to pickle relish and are oh so good.

Get the Recipe: Southern Pickle Relish Deviled Eggs

Steak Fingers and Gravy

chicken fried steak fingers on a platter with a cup of cream gravy for dipping
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If you're looking for an appetizer that's a bit more hearty these chicken fried steak fingers are perfect. Just like chicken fried steak, but on a small hand-held scale.

Get the Recipe: Steak Fingers and Gravy

No Velveeta Queso

Queso dip in a round white bowl topped with chopped parsley nestled in a bigger bowl with pretzel bites, baby carrots, and tortilla chips for dipping.
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A warm cheese dip is a must-make for any appetizer party and this is the perfect one if Velveeta isn't your favorite.

Get the Recipe: No Velveeta Queso

Sausage Balls

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Just about everyone loves a classic sausage cheese ball and I happen to think these are the best and most flavorful. Doesn't use Bisquick.

Get the Recipe: Best Sausage Balls

Buffalo Chicken Cups

3 prepared buffalo chicken cups on a cutting board in a horizontal row
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If you love buffalo chicken wings or dip this is a great alternative so you don't have to worry about the mess of wings or double dipping.

Get the Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Dip Cups

Cheese and Bacon Ranch Dip

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Who doesn't love a good ranch dip for chips, crackers, and fresh veggies? This ranch dip is taken to the next level with the addition of bacon and cheese.

Get the Recipe: Bacon and Cheese Ranch Dip

Stuffed Mushrooms

Baked spinach and sausage stuffed mushrooms on a bamboo cutting board.
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These stuffed mushrooms are packed full of flavor and even some healthy stuff like spinach.

Get the Recipe: Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

Prepared chicken parmesan meatballs on a white plate with toothpicks for easy appetizer eating
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These chicken parm meatballs can be used in so many ways but they're especially good as a tasty and easy to eat appetizer.

Get the Recipe: Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

Bacon Deviled Eggs

Prepared bacon deviled eggs garnished with green onion on a white round plate.
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Traditional deviled eggs are made even more delicious with the addition of bacon and a secret ingredient.

Get the Recipe: Bacon Deviled Eggs

Bacon Smokies

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These are a classic still loved by many for a reason - they're just that good! What can be wrong about bacon and brown sugar, after all?

Get the Recipe: Bacon Smokies

Chex Mix

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Another classic, Chex Mix, is delicious to have bowls of at any party. This recipe is different than what you'll find on the back of a box and oh so much better.

Get the Recipe: Chex Mix

Mini Frittatas

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Mini frittatas are great to serve at parties for those who eat lower carb. Plus if you overdo it a bit on New Year's Eve they make for a great breakfast even cold the next day.

Get the Recipe: Mini Frittatas