30 Fun Kids Birthday Party Snacks (2025)

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Young relatives were coming for a Christmas party, so I wanted something fun for them to eat. Instead, the adults devoured my mini mac and cheese. —Kate Mainiero, Elizaville, New York

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Easy Puppy Chow

This easy puppy chow recipe uses whole packages so there are no fussy leftovers. Plus, it makes enough to feed a hungry crowd at your child’s birthday party. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Serve one of these tasty birthday dinner ideas, too.

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Movie Theater Pretzel Rods

This pretzel sticks recipe makes wonderful chewy pretzels that taste incredible when they're still warm from the oven. They're also amazing with salt or a cheese dip. As an added bonus, you likely have all or most of the ingredients already on hand.

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Cheesy Pepperoni Buns

A pizza version of the sloppy joe, this hot and melty open-faced sandwich is a surefire kid pleaser. Adults love it, too! —Tanya Belt, Newcomerstown, Ohio

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Cinnamon Monkey Bread

Monkey bread is a soft, gooey pull-apart bread that's packed with cinnamon-sugar flavor. You can make this quick and easy breakfast treatwith just five ingredients.

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Fruit and Cheese Kabobs

We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It’s easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. We love to serve it at summer parties, too! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Root Beer Cookies

When it's too difficult to take along root beer floats on a picnic, take these cookies instead! I've found the flavor is even better the next day. The hard part is convincing my family to wait that long before sampling them.—Violette Bawden, West Valley City, Utah

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Mini Burgers with the Works

I started preparing these mini burgers several years ago as a creative way to use up bread crusts accumulating in my freezer. They’re delicious and a kid-friendly finger food. —Linda Lane, Bennington, Vermont

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I enjoy these frozen yogurt pops because they double as a healthy snack and a cool, creamy sweet treat. Kids love them at birthday parties, too! —Colleen Ludovice, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

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Rainbow Gelatin Cubes

Make your next party a hit with rainbow layer Jell-O. A sweet, fun and nostalgic treat for all ages. With patience and a little attention to detail, you’ll create a stunning dessert that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat.

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Ranch Snack Mix

This is a wonderful fast-to-fix munchie. The recipe makes tons and doesn't involve any cooking. It's a cinch to package in individual snack bags, it keeps its crunch and it's a savory alternative to the cakes and pies usually offered at bake sales. —Linda Murphy, Pulaski, Wisconsin

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Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods

Kids of all ages enjoy making and eating these fun treats. The decorated pretzels are a pretty gift in a cellophane bag or a glass jar. —Kay Waters, Benld, Illinois

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We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish and even bacon. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

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Pesto Pinwheels

It's not a party without a basket of pesto pinwheels. The delectable hand-held appetizer is filled with basil, Parmesan and a sprinkle of sweet peppers.

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Sugar N Spice Popcorn

Our family can't get enough of this light, cinnamon-sweet popcorn. The baked kernels are wonderfully crunchy and coated just right. Try mixing some to have on hand as an anytime nibble.

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Fruit Pizza

Fruit pizza is bright, colorful and delightfully simple to make!

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Cheesy Quesadillas

We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado

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Bacon-Wrapped Apricot Bites

I love bacon-wrapped recipes, and these sweet-smoky snacks are easy to make and fun to eat, so be prepared with an extra batch. For a change, sprinkle them with a bit of blue cheese or toasted almonds. —Tammie Floyd, Plano, Texas

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Zucchini Pizza Bites

Zucchini pizza bites are the ideal low-carb snack when the pizza craving strikes, or the delicious way to get more vegetables into diets of all ages.

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Brownie Batter Dip

Our brownie batter dip gives you all the flavor and none of the bake time of true brownies. It's perfect for when you're craving brownies but don't want to turn on the oven.

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Peanut Butter Granola Pinwheels

I came across this easy and tasty snack while searching online for healthy munchies for kids. Great for after school, it's really quick to make and filling enough to hold the kids until dinner. To satisfy heftier appetites or to serve as a power lunch, cut each tortilla into fewer pieces or provide one per child. The recipe is easy to increase as needed. —Mary Haluch, Ludlow, Massachusetts

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Apple Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

Both my husband and I were raised on farms, and we prefer home cooking to eating out. That works out fine since I love trying new recipes! I've served this apple salsa as an appetizer and a snack. Plus, it's sweet enough to be a dessert. It's easy to transport besides. —Carolyn Brinkmeyer, Golden, Colorado

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Marshmallow Pops

Making these pops is a fun activity for a children's party because any age can participate. Customize them for holidays or special occasions by rolling them in coordinating colored sprinkles. —Marcia Porch, Winter Park, Florida

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Gooey Chocolate-Peanut Bars

These are so easy to make and take no time at all. They’re great to package up for those college kids looking for something from home. Everyone will want this recipe. —Elaine Grimme, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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Easy Cheese Straws

The five ingredients in this cheese straws recipe transform into long, crisp cracker sticks. The hand-held snacks make for easy mingling at parties.—Elizabeth Robinson, Conroe, Texas

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Marshmallow Fruit Dip

Next time you're looking for a fun dish for a barbecue or an easy dessert for a gathering, this marshmallow fruit dip could easily become the main attraction. You'll be amazed by how crazy-good it is—and so will your guests.

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Baked Wontons

These baked wontons are filled with seasoned pork and turkey, then baked until crispy. They're easy to prepare in advance, and can be frozen for a convenient make-ahead appetizer or snack.

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Muffin-Tin Lasagnas

This is a super fun way to serve lasagna for make-ahead lunches, potlucks or other fun get-togethers. My daughter took some of these to work and by noon was emailing me for the recipe. —Sally Kilkenny, Granger, Iowa

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Mini S’mores

Forget the campfire, the smoke and fumbling with flaming marshmallows. These mini s'mores capture all the flavors of the classic treat, with no need to go outside. And like the original, you'll still want "some more" after eating these!

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Easy Banana Muffins

Easy to make, easy to transport and easy to love, these easy banana muffins live up to their name. They're naturally dairy-free and perfect for bakers of any skill level.

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