Ring in the next year with these easy and delicious snacks.
They are best fresh from the oven, so bake one batch at a time and serve warm.
Combine cheddar and blue cheese with cream cheese for the yummiest cheese ball combination.
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Form the cheese ball into a yule log before rolling it in crushed pecans for some extra holiday cheer.
Top the bowl with cocktail sauce and garnish to serve.
Tennessee Onion Dip
We turned the crowd-favorite Tennessee onion casserole into a just-as-delicious dip.
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If frozen, pop in the oven straight from the freezer and increase the bake time by 10 minutes.
Serve with buttery crackers.
The recipe calls for smoked whitefish fillets which add more depth of flavor to the dish.
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Mini Potato Skins
We can’t promise these party-perfect appetizers will last long.
They are one-bite and easy to grab off the plate, and super tasty.
This appetizer only has five ingredients and will only take you 30 active minutes to put it together.
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Place sour cream in a piping bag for a neat dollop on top.
Bacon-Wrapped Smokies
Anything wrapped in bacon is always a prized appetizer at any gathering.
This savory appetizer will have people wanting more.
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The balsamic glaze will pull all the ingredients together perfectly.
Add an tasty twist on the classic with these homemade potato chips with smoked paprika.
Use a mandolin slicer to ensure thin, uniform rounds.
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Cook your chips at a lower temperature for the perfect golden hue.
Cut cracker-sized piece of thin sandwich bread with a biscuit cutter to serve as the base for each.
Toast first before topping with the mouthwatering cheese sauce, meat, and tomatoes, then bake until melty.
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You don’t have to deal with the slick whites or messy interior with this recipe.
Buttery Toasted Pecans
The key to these toasted pecans is low-and-slow.
Patiently roast pecans (the entire 25 minutes!)
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at 325 to coax out their flavor and essential oils.
Just switch out your normal sausage for hot sausage and add onion and cilantro.
see to it you use heavy-duty aluminum foil for this recipe.
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Cranberry Sauce Meatballs
Your guests won’t be able to get enough of these slow cooker meatballs.
Use a package of frozen meatballs to save time.
All the ingredients are store-bought, so no prep for them is required.
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Top the red pepper jelly with some parsley flakes to add a little bit of holiday flair.
Georgia-Style Boiled Peanuts
Two ingredients are all it takes to make these yummy peanuts.
Throw the ingredients in the slow cooker, and cook them on high for 18 hours.
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Plus, boiled peanuts will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks!
Brush the tops of the sliders with butter before baking.
The puff pastries are layered with gouda and thyme, and the spice comes from cayenne pepper flakes.
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Jalapeno Popper Dip
If you like jalapeno poppers, you will love this cheesy baked dip.
Serve with crudites or your favorite heavy chip.
Add chopped-up red and yellow bell peppers to the mixture for added texture and color.
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This dip can be made three days prior to baking.
Serve with your favorite cheeses and grazing foods, like olives and nuts.
Toss out the cheese, and top your crackers with this savory and sweet appetizer.
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It may look fancy, but it doesn’t take too much effort to prepare.
Use beef dogs, and wrap them in a crispy puff pastry for the ultimate pigs in a blanket.
Season with everything bagel seasoning, and serve with dijon mustard.
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Always hand-grate the cheese for the best quality.
Grate the cheese both fine and coarse for the best texture.
ensure to buy pimientos that are diced, not sliced.
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Creamy Spinach-Ricotta Crostini
The best thing about this appetizer?
It only takes 15 minutes to make it.
Serve with prosciutto and pita chips.
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Austin Diner-Style Queso
Who doesn’t love queso?
This queso is super easy to make.
We suggest using a brick processed cheese like Velveeta, since it easily melts to a liquid.
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Mushroom-Stuffed Phyllo Cups
Your guests will not be disappointed with these yummy mushroom-stuffed cups.
It can be made ahead of time, and it only needs five minutes to bake.
You will have to make a bunch of these, as they won’t last long.
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The skewers make for mess-free eating.
Jalapeno Poppers
We love jalapeno poppers and just can’t get enough of them.
It’s all up to you with this hearty appetizer!
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The four-ingredient recipe starts with store-bought pastry dough that is topped with brie, pear slices, and rosemary.
We can’t think of a better way to kick off the new year.
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