New Year's Eve party menu for 20
Host 20 adults from 8 p.m. through midnight with sliders, hot spinach dip, a cheese board, fruit, dessert, and a toast.
What to get
Roast beef sliders
24
Roasted mushroom sliders
16
Baked spinach and artichoke dip
1.5 qt
Pita chips
3 9-oz bags
Cheddar cheese
1.5 lb
Brie
1.5 lb
Crackers
3 10-oz boxes
Seedless grapes
4 lb
Mini cheesecakes
30
Sparkling wine
5 750-ml bottles
Alcohol-free sparkling cider
3 25-fl oz bottles
Sparkling water
30 12-fl oz cans
Drinking water
5 gal
Coffee
20 brewed cups
Ice
30 lb
Plates
24 9-inch plates
Cups
48 12-fl oz cups
Hot drink cups
24 10-fl oz cups
Napkins
80
Heavy-duty trash bags
8 30-gal bags
How to make it
- Confirm designated drivers and alcohol-free drink preferences before shopping.
- Bake sliders and dip in two rounds. Hold hot food at 140°F or warmer and replenish cold food from the refrigerator.
- Track when each platter leaves temperature control and refrigerate or discard perishables within 2 hours of that time. Provide water and coffee before guests leave.
Who this list is for
This menu is designed for hosts planning a New Year’s Eve party for 20 adults running from 8 p.m. to midnight. If you want to serve hearty snacks, a cheese board, fruit, dessert, and drinks for a midnight toast, this list keeps things simple and satisfying. It’s best for house parties, apartments, or community spaces where guests expect more than chips and dip.
How to use this list
Start by checking your kitchen for serving platters, utensils, and drinkware. Use the list to shop for 24 roast beef sliders and 16 roasted mushroom sliders. For appetizers, get 1.5 quarts of baked spinach and artichoke dip with three bags of pita chips. The cheese board needs 1.5 pounds each of cheddar and brie, plus three boxes of crackers. Grab 4 pounds of seedless grapes and 30 mini cheesecakes for dessert. For drinks, buy five bottles of sparkling wine, three bottles of alcohol-free sparkling cider, 30 cans of sparkling water, five gallons of drinking water, and enough coffee for 20 cups.
What to skip
Don’t overload on sweets—30 mini cheesecakes are plenty for 20 people. Skip extra dips or side dishes unless you know your crowd wants more variety. Avoid too many types of bread with the sliders; stick to what’s on the list to keep things manageable. Don’t forget non-alcoholic options for the toast.
What is on this list
You’ll shop for roast beef and mushroom sliders, spinach and artichoke dip, pita chips, cheddar, brie, crackers, grapes, mini cheesecakes, sparkling wine, sparkling cider, sparkling water, drinking water, and coffee. Cross off what you already have, like coffee or serving trays, before you shop.
Day-of
Arrange sliders and cheese board just before guests arrive. Keep dip warm in a slow cooker if possible. Chill sparkling wine and cider in advance. Set out desserts and fruit after 10 p.m. so they stay fresh. Refill drinks and water as needed. After midnight, pack leftovers and check your kitchen for any missing utensils before wrapping up.
FAQ
Who is "New Year's Eve party menu for 20" for?
This menu is designed for hosts planning a New Year’s Eve party for 20 adults running from 8 p.m. to midnight. If you want to serve hearty snacks, a cheese board, fruit, dessert, and drinks for a midnight toast, this list keeps things simple and satisfying. It’s best for house parties, apartments, or community spaces where guests expect more than chips and…
How should I use "New Year's Eve party menu for 20"?
Start by checking your kitchen for serving platters, utensils, and drinkware. Use the list to shop for 24 roast beef sliders and 16 roasted mushroom sliders. For appetizers, get 1.5 quarts of baked spinach and artichoke dip with three bags of pita chips. The cheese board needs 1.5 pounds each of cheddar and brie, plus three boxes of crackers. Grab 4 pounds…
What should I skip or avoid with "New Year's Eve party menu for 20"?
Don’t overload on sweets—30 mini cheesecakes are plenty for 20 people. Skip extra dips or side dishes unless you know your crowd wants more variety. Avoid too many types of bread with the sliders; stick to what’s on the list to keep things manageable. Don’t forget non-alcoholic options for the toast.
What is on the "New Year's Eve party menu for 20" list?
You’ll shop for roast beef and mushroom sliders, spinach and artichoke dip, pita chips, cheddar, brie, crackers, grapes, mini cheesecakes, sparkling wine, sparkling cider, sparkling water, drinking water, and coffee. Cross off what you already have, like coffee or serving trays, before you shop.
What should I check on the day of?
Arrange sliders and cheese board just before guests arrive. Keep dip warm in a slow cooker if possible. Chill sparkling wine and cider in advance. Set out desserts and fruit after 10 p.m. so they stay fresh. Refill drinks and water as needed. After midnight, pack leftovers and check your kitchen for any missing utensils before wrapping up.
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