By Aditi Saraswat
December 26, 2025
Hosting a New Year's party should not mean spending all the time in the kitchen. These easy make-ahead snacks remain fresh even if you prep them early, so that you can clink glasses, dance, and enjoy the night with your guests.
Soft wraps rolled with spiced corn, cheese, and some herbs can be sliced ahead, chilled well, and toasted just before guests begin to arrive.
Baked or air-fried samosa puffs stuffed with filling of potato or paneer remain crisp when stored correctly and can reheat pleasantly without turning soggy.
Sweet dates, when with chopped nuts,s require zero cooking and taste even better when they are prepared ahead. Keeping it for the rest makes them perfect last-minute party bites.
Crisp mathris prepared days in advance pair perfectly with mint or hung-curd dips, making a crunchy snack that everyone will reach out for a second time.
Marinate and grill the paneer skewers lightly in advance, then simply reheat before serving for smoky, fresh-tasting party appetisers.
Crushed biscuits mixed with cocoa and condensed milk roll into no-bake truffles that set beautifully and stay firm, rich, and indulgent till midnight.