The New Year (2026) is just around the corner, and a party at home is a must! The real fun of a party comes when the table is laden with hot and delicious snacks, but we often wonder what to make that's quick and easy and will leave our guests raving.

To solve this dilemma, we've compiled a list of 10 amazing snacks (Easy Party Snacks) that are incredibly easy to make and so delicious that everyone, young and old, will be licking their fingers.

Crispy Corn

There's nothing better to kick off a party than this. The best part is that this restaurant-style crispy corn is very easy to make at home. To make it, mix boiled sweet corn with a little cornflour, rice flour, salt, and black pepper, then fry it. Once it's crispy, add finely chopped onion, green chilies, chaat masala, and lemon juice. Your delicious starter is ready!

Paneer Tikka Bites

The very mention of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) brings a smile to everyone's face. And guess what? You don't need a tandoor to make it! Yes, you can make it on a griddle. To do this, mix yogurt with gram flour, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Marinate large pieces of paneer and bell peppers in this mixture. After 15 minutes, cook it on a non-stick griddle with a little oil until golden brown. Then simply serve it with green chutney.

Cheesy Garlic Bread

If you can get market-style garlic bread at home, the fun is doubled. The best part is that it's a favorite dish among children. To make it, spread butter and finely chopped garlic paste on bread slices. Top with plenty of mozzarella cheese and chili flakes. Cook it on a griddle, covered, until the cheese melts. 

Aloo Tikki Chaat

No Indian party is complete without some desi flavors. Therefore, the combination of hot tikkis and cool yogurt will be a hit with everyone. To prepare this, make tikkis by mixing boiled potatoes with salt, chili powder, and cornflour, then shallow fry them. When serving, top the tikkis with whisked yogurt, sweet tamarind chutney, green chutney, and sev (crispy chickpea noodles).

Noodle Pakoras

Yes, you read that right! Noodles are not only great for a quick 2-minute meal but also perfect for making pakoras. To prepare them for your New Year's party, first boil the noodles and drain the water. Now, mix in gram flour, finely chopped onion, bell pepper, and noodle masala. Make small pakoras and deep fry them in oil. The best part is that they are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Masala French Fries

Everyone eats simple fries, but this New Year, you can give them a little 'twist'. First, cut the potatoes into long strips, wash them in cold water, dry them, and coat them in cornflour. Fry them until crispy. Now, in a bowl, mix peri-peri masala or Maggi masala and salt, and toss the fries in it.

Veg Lollipop

These look very fancy and are just as delicious. This is a great vegetarian alternative to chicken lollipops. To prepare them, mix boiled potatoes, grated carrots, peas, and breadcrumbs with spices. Then, shape them into lollipops and insert ice cream sticks. Simply dip them in a cornflour batter and fry them.

Bread Pizza Pockets

Pizza pockets also take very little time to make. For this, cut off the edges of the bread slices and flatten them slightly with a rolling pin. Place pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite vegetables in the center. Fold the bread and seal the edges with water. You can fry them or air-fry them.

Curd Rolls

These are very crispy on the outside and incredibly creamy on the inside. If you want to serve something new to your guests, this is the best option. Mix paneer, onions, and spices into hung curd. Lightly moisten the bread, fill it with this mixture, and roll it up. Then, tightly roll it using a plastic sheet and deep-fry before serving.

Peanut Masala

If you want something light to snack on with drinks or cold drinks, Peanut Masala is the perfect item. To prepare it, mix finely chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and green chilies with roasted peanuts. Add salt, red chili powder, and a generous squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately to maintain the peanuts' crispness.

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