10 best Costco appetizers to buy for your New Year 2026 parties

New Year’s Eve parties are incomplete without tasty appetizers. Nothing keeps a party going more than platters, finger snacks, treats or delicious sauces paired with your favorite cocktail. While your guests mingle and anticipate the new year, they'll do so munching on flavorful offerings.

If you want to treat your guests to a good time without spending hours in the kitchen and breaking the bank, these Costco appetizers are your best resort. 

Mozzarella Sticks, Mini Crab Cakes, Beef Bulgogi Mandu and other delicious appetizers to buy from Costco this season 

1) Petite Cuisine Mozzarella Sticks

Mozzarella Sticks are tested and trusted crowd pleasers. They are crunchy sticks made from mozzarella string cheese. For the perfect appetizer, pop them into an airfryer and pair them with marinara sauce.

2) Fotis Fine Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Chopped Walnuts

For less than $14, you can purchase this appealing appetizer. What's more, the baked brie comes already wrapped and pairs well with sliced baguette or crackers. 

3) Mini Crab Cakes

You can't go wrong with mini crab cakes for your New Year’s party. They are guaranteed to satisfy the taste buds and pair well with a homemade lemon aioli and Tartar sauce.

4) Kirkland Signature Organic White & Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips

These Tortilla Chips come in a large 40 oz size that can feed a gathering of friends. They don't require additional preparation and can be paired with Salsa, guacamole and creamy dips. 

5) Cuisine Adventure Green Chile Chicken Firecrackers

These 30-oz firecrackers come with filling bursting with different flavors. Chicken, green chiles, and monterrey jack cheese will have guests returning for a second helping. 

6) Royal Asia Coconut Shrimp

If you’ve been thinking of ways to elevate your New Year’s party menu, then you should give these breaded coconut shrimps a try. The 2 lbs appetizers come with Thai chili sauce dipping. 

7) Cuisine Adventures Spanakopita Spinach & Feta Phyllo Triangles

Your gathering of friends will appreciate trying new flavors. This Greek dish comes in 48 oz and makes up four trays of 12. Pop these in the oven and enjoy.

8) Cuisine Innovations Mushroom and Filet Mignon en Croute

For less than $20, you'll get 24 pieces of mushrooms and filet mignon that are savory and flavorful. Heat them and watch them disappear from the table quickly. 

9) Bibigo Beef Bulgogi Mandu

If you’ve been wanting to try Korean food, these dumplings are a good way to start. They are similar to gyoza and potstickers and are filled with beef bulgogi and vegetables.

10) Amylu Cranberry and Jalapeno Chicken Meatballs

This 46-ounce package is made of 60 meatballs made with chicken coated in cranberry-based sauce. Heat them with extra homemade sauce and enjoy.

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