Written by Jessica of The Capitol Baker

With New Year’s around the corner I can’t think of a better way to begin the year than to jazz up a New Year’s party. I found plenty of savory and sweet recipes that will spice up your usual routine and leave people begging for more. As one enjoys these delicious treats, the last thing anyone should worry about is what to do with their beverage of choice in order to eat. While some of the recipes I found are old favorites made with a twist and others are more unconventional party foods, they all have one thing in common, they can be enjoyed with only using your fingers, a toothpick or a fork. It’s as simple as that! Now let’s get to the food and have some fun.

Savory Bites:

Puff Dogs from Jo of A DASH OF FLAVOUR

Jo shows us how to make our own party staple by using puff pastry.
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Mini Tomato Chevre Tarts from Lynn of I'll Have What She's Having

Don't be fooled by the fancy name, these delectable mini tarts can be made in a flash.

Jalapeno Bites from Allie of Finding Inspiration in Food

These look so great I bet you can't eat just one.

Zucchini Fritters from Jennifer of Chocolate Shavings

Get ready to transform the zucchini with this recipe.

Butternut Squash Flatbread with Pine Nuts and Cheddar from Debbie of SquirrelBakes

Forget the pizza- hello flatbread!

Lamb Meatball from Erica of Bacon Concentrate

No more frozen meatballs! Follow Erica's recipe and impress your guests with tremendous flavor.

Baked Brie from Jessie of savorybites

If there is any way to make baked brie more delicious Jessie just showed us how.

Pita Chips with Green Peas and Ricotta Dip from Champa of Versatile Vegetarian Kitchen

Why not switch out those Tostitos and salsa for Champa's pitas and dip.

Kale Chips from Kel of More Cupcakes!

And leave those Lay's behind as well... surprise your party with a healthier and more intriguing chip.

Oyster Crackers from Kimberly of Rhubarb and Honey

Kimberly shows us a nice way to add flavor to everyone's favorite- the oyster cracker!

Sweet Bites:

Cocoa Almonds from Beki of Easy, Cheap, and Healthy Too

So simple yet so flavorful.

Popcorn Balls from Buck of Sugar Pies

What a fun way to eat popcorn...and not just on Halloween!

Baci di cioccolato from Caitlin of Engineer Baker (her recipe came from Dolce Italiano by Gina DePalma)

These little bites of chocolate heaven will have your party goers coming back for more.

Blondies from Cristin of Dulce Doll

Cristin takes her blondies to the next level by adding coconut and butterscotch.

Agave Nectar Blueberry Madeleines from Zita of Simplicious

These aren't just any old cookie...

Rhurbab Streusal Cakes from Laura of Sweet Treats- a Baking Blog

Tea cakes on New Year's Eve...I say go for it!

Brownie Whoopie Pies with Mascarpone Filling from Cecilia of One Vanilla Bean

Every party must have a brownie, so why not make it something extra special.

Individual Monkey Bread from Hannah of Honey & Jam

So interactive, so fun, so delicious.

Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies from Alice of Savory Sweet Life

This is for all of the peanut butter fans out there!