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Vegan New Years Appetizers

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this comprehensive list of vegan new years appetizers is everything you need to ring in the new year or any time of year!

 

Party Treats and Snacks To Ring In the New Year @spabettie #vegan #party #cocktails #recipes #appetizers

 

Ring In the New Year Right

The entertainer in me loves an arrangement of vegan new years appetizers.

Whether we make resolutions or add to our normal goal setting, one thing we do fully embrace is celebrating the year end. We rarely go out on this night, and if we do, we hire a car and are home before midnight.

I like to make a few fun snacks, plan a cocktail that is champagne friendly – because a fancy champagne coupe IS a must this night. For me, anyway. 

If you are …

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S’mores Shots in Chocolate Glasses

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S’mores shots are the FUN cocktail at the party! we show you how to make edible chocolate shot glasses and how to toast marshmallows indoors.

recipe originally published December 30, 2011

 

s'mores shots in edible chocolate shot glasses, topped with whipped cream, cookie crumbs, and a toasted marshmallow. whiskey bottle and shallow bowl with cookie crumbs in (dark) background.

 

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    1. S’mores shots cocktails
    2. How to make chocolate shot glasses
    3. How to toast marshmallows indoors
    4. Kid friendly and mocktail option
    5. S’mores Shots in Chocolate Glasses Recipe

 

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Fun party drinks

S’mores shots are a fun cocktail that doubles as a dessert! Toast some marshmallows and grab your favorite libation, and hot cocoa for the kids and as a mocktail option. 

We love a chocolate vodka, peanut butter whiskey, or even a vegan Baileys Irish Cream.

Making these edible shot glasses is …

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Crispy Vegan Stuffed Potato Balls

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these crispy vegan stuffed potato balls are a flavorful and fun food that works as an entree, side, or appetizer. use your leftovers: mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, even dressing!

recipe originally published December 6, 2015

 

an inside view of crispy vegan stuffed potato balls - sitting on curly kale on a white plate, this panko crusted mashed potato ball is cut in half to show the jackfruit filling

 

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    1. Stuffed potato balls
    2. How to make potato balls
    3. Recipe variations
    4. Vegan stuffed potato balls recipe
 

Recipes using leftovers

While the concept of “leftover mashed potatoes” is foreign to me, I’ll gladly cook up a new batch of potatoes specifically for these crispy vegan stuffed potato balls.

This recipe includes a super tasty maple mustard jackfruit filling. We also …

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Vegan Boursin Herb Cheese

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vegan Boursin style cheese is here! this garlic herb vegan cheese spread is a dairy free version of the classic French Gournay cheese.

recipe originally published March 28, 2012

 

vegan Herb Cheese spread in a white ceramic serving bowl, pretzels and vegetables for dipping

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    1. Vegan Boursin
    2. How To Make Vegan Boursin Cheese
    3. Vegan Garlic Herb Cheese Serving Suggestion
    4. How Long Does Vegan Cheese Last?
    5. More Dairy Free Cheese Recipes
    6. More Vegan Appetizer Recipes
    7. Vegan Boursin Cheese Recipe
 

Classic appetizer recipe

Who grew up with foil wrapped discs of Boursin cheese and tubs of Alouette in their fridge? 

Around the holidays, “the fancy cheeses” appeared, and among them, Boursin …

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Vegan Baileys Irish Cream

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this Vegan Baileys Irish Cream recipe is a quick and easy method make dairy free Baileys liqueur. a perfect drink for sipping or gifting!

recipe originally published September 27, 2010

 

vegan Baileys Irish Cream in a mason jar

TABLE OF CONTENTS

    1. Vegan Irish Cream
    2. Is Whiskey Gluten Free?
    3. How To Make Vegan Baileys
    4. How Long Does Vegan Baileys Last?
    5. Vegan Holiday Drink Recipes
    6. Vegan Irish Cream Recipe

 

 

Easy homemade liqueur recipe

One of my favorite sipping drinks is Baileys over ice. 

Bailey’s over ice cream is also delicious, as …

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Vegan Air Fryer Recipes

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these vegan air fryer recipes are crispy crunchy, quick and easy, savory and sweet! air frying is the game changing cooking method we all love!

recipe originally published December 31, 2016

 

shallow bowl of dark orange spicy air fried cauliflower florets, garnished with green onion and sesame seeds.

 

Air Fryer Recipes

Game day parties, holiday soirées, Happy Hour at Home, and a quick and easy meal any time – air fryers have become a most used appliance in so many kitchens.

We have …

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Sweet Cream Roasted Peach Crostini

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this peach crostini recipe is great with fresh basil or balsamic. everyone loves the bright colors and vibrant flavor of this summer appetizer.

recipe originally published September 11, 2012

 

rustic plate with sweet cream peach crostini topped with chopped basil leaves, two fresh peaches in background

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    1. Fresh peach recipe
    2. How to make crostini
    3. More fresh summertime recipes
    4. Sweet Cream Peach Crostini Recipe

 

 

Fresh peach recipe

This sweet cream roasted peach crostini recipe is one of the reasons we look forward to summer. Truly, it is. I have been asked to bring this crostini to summer parties, and it always disappears quickly when I serve it.

This peach crostini is equally good with …

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Seven Layer Dip

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this vegan Seven Layer Dip recipe is a protein packed plant based update on the Mexican dip recipe you love – layers of fresh color, texture and flavor.

recipe originally published September 15, 2011

 

side view of all the layers in seven layer dip: beans, quinoa, cashew cheese sauce, avocado, tomato, green onions and lettuce

 

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    1. Vegan Seven Layer Dip
    2. What is in a seven layer dip?
    3. How to make seven layer dip
    4. Flavor variations and substitutions
    5. Individual Seven Layer Dip
    6. Do you serve dip this hot or cold?
    7. Got leftovers? 
    8. More vegan Mexican recipes
    9. Vegan Seven Layer Dip Recipe
 

Vegan Seven Layer Dip 

Who doesn’t love this dip? For years, I have been making all sorts of variations on the classic recipe. Because of this, I am giving you all the tips to make the best seven layer dip. I am giving you a recipe – consider it a guide.

This dip …

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