If you’re hosting or invited to a New Year’s Eve potluck, these easy and festive recipes are what you’re looking for! From puff pastry appetizers and cheese balls to quick dip recipes and pigs-in-a-blanket rolls, these New Year’s Eve recipes are highly portable and get you raving fans. Enjoy!
New Year's Eve: 10 Easy Recipe Ideas to Bring to a New Year's Eve Party
1. Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls

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2. Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs

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3. Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket

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4. Spinach Dip Puff Bites

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5. Cheesy Ground Beef Dip

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6. Ham Cheese & Spinach Puffs

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7. Cheesy Bacon Egg Muffins

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8. Parmesan Puff Stars

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9. Ground Beef Potato Nachos

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10. Marinated Mushroom Salad

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11. Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls

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New Year’s Eve: 10 Easy Recipe Ideas to Bring to a New Year’s Eve Party: Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
by eatwell101
Yield: Makes 12 Prep Time: 10 min Cook time: 0 min
These super festive cheese balls won't last long on your table - definitely a crowd pleaser!
Ingredients you need for the Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
Directions
1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, cinnamon and honey (or maple syrup) until fluffy. Add 1/2 cup pecan chips, and mix well combine. Set aside.
2. Line a plate or cookie sheet with parchment paper. Toss together remaining nuts, dried cranberries, and chopped chives.
3. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out one ball of cheese filling and toss into the nut mixture. Continue until all cheese balls have been rolled in the coating.
4. Refrigerate the cranberry nut cream cheese balls until ready to serve. Enjoy! ❤️
- Serve with crackers, toasted bread or as is with a toothpick.
- You can make these up to three days before, store them in the refrigerator sealed in an airtight container.
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