It is already hard enough to organize a kiddie menu on a daily basis, which makes it even more challenging when you’re organizing a party, right? Well, worry no more moms and dads because I got a solution to all that. This list of 50 kiddie party foods will definitely make you into a pair of party experts. I dare yah! 🙂
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50 Imaginative Kiddie Party Foods That are Gorgeously Delicious and Simple to Prepare
The key points to feeding a child are taste and most of all, presentation. In a child’s mind, “if it doesn’t look good, then it ain’t yummy”.
Behold, these imaginative food presentations will make any child gasp in awe and want to take a bite from. Right from the main course to the desserts and down to the drinks, allow me to help you with these unique kiddie recipe ideas.
May it be an Alice in Wonderland Tea Party or a Peter Pan Pirate-Inspired Kids’ Party, these party foods will perfectly fit themselves right into the picture.
1. Pizza Pinwheels
They are just the right serving size for your little juniors’ bellies while leaving enough room for drinks and dessert. Replicate these bad boys by getting the recipe here.
2. Kid-Friendly Veggie Shooters
This plate is so colorful and pleasing to the eye. These crunchy vegetable pieces will surely pick up their mood so they can enjoy the whole party. See this served in an actual kid’s party here.
3. Silly Apple Bites
They could be served during a Monster Inc. movie inspired children’s party, a Halloween party or just for the heck of it. 🙂 Grab the complete recipe here.
4. Corn Dog Nuggets
The thing with parties and kids is that they can never hold their seats. These corn dog nuggets are the perfect party foods to just pick up and go during a party. For the complete guide of this recipe, go here.
5. Easy Apple Fruit Donuts
Dipping fruits in colored chocolates and sprinkles will keep the kids crunching on their apples, thinking that they’re having a different one each time. You can follow the step-by-step recipe here.
6. Edible Sprinkle Ice cream Bowls
I’ve never seen ice cream being served this sweet. Didn’t know that it was this easy to make either! See the complete recipe here and be amazed.
7. Rainbow Ice cream
Now this, I like. What a work of art! I’m sure the kids will come running to line up in this one. Learn how to make this colorful icy treat with its complete recipe here.
8. Bug Juice
What?! Bugs in my juice?! It’s colorful and unique which makes it a perfect partner to your awesome kiddie party foods. See the whole recipe here.
9. Cookie Monster Fudge
Cookie monster’s famous line go: ME WANT COOKIE! 🙂 One of these and you will surely go: ME WANT COOKIE MONSTER FUDGE, too! You can learn the complete recipe of these blue party foods here and make one of your own now.
10. Baked Cheese Animal Crackers
Serve these in popcorn cups or in a big mixing bowl. Since they are made of homemade cracker goodness, these cheesy party foods are perfect as giveaways, too. For the complete recipe, go here.
11. Cheeseburger Party Buns
These cheesy burger buns are just right to get your 8 and 10-year olds full and ready to get back in the parlor games. Learn the complete recipe here and test it out for lunch or dinner.
12. Unicorn Rainbow Cupcake Cones
These party foods reminded me a lot of Rainbow Dash from My Little Ponys. It’s so well-thought and colorful. Grab the complete recipe here and make your own dash of rainbows.
13. Mickey Mouse Cupcakes
Mickey mouse is a household name for children of all ages, so this will perfectly blend in your kiddie party. Create them with cupcakes, frosting, and Oreos. Have a blast and see the complete recipe here.
14. Fairy Bread
Oooh! They look so puffy and dream-like. These fairy bread slices are perfect as tea party foods for your little girls. Learn the complete recipe here.
15. Chicken Nugget Sliders
These finger kiddie party foods are great with children for the following reasons: they are messy-free, veggie-friendly, and meaty. Get the complete recipe of these sliders here.
16. Mini Zucchini Bites
This one I gotta try! Tricking your kids into eating their veggies is nothing but awesome for me. For this gorgeous recipe, see the details here.
17. Baked Honey Garlic Chicken
Honey sweetness is what most kids crave for. Well, you’re in luck because we have these party foods to answer those cravings. Get the complete recipe here.
18. Tortilla Roll-Up Lollipops
One pop and you won’t be able to stop, the same goes for your little ones! Grab the complete recipe here and get original with your decorations.
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19. Crab and Octopi Weiner Dog
What a fun way to serve weiner dogs. See the complete recipe here and amaze your kiddie guests, too!
20. Lego Brownies
Stacking them into piles will fool you into thinking that they are real Legos. But try getting a bite and you’ll think otherwise. 🙂 Learn the recipe of these party foods here.
21. Hard-Boiled Chicks
To get on the safe side, it’s smart to prepare hard boiled eggs into super cute chickie shots. I will definitely include this in my Easter dish menu. Get this egg-spiration by going here.
22. Ultimate Party Crab Bites
These party foods are a great replacement to your usually served meatballs. Just make sure to ask the parents if their kids have a crustacean allergy before serving. For the complete recipe, go here.
23. Yogurt, Fruit and Granola Popsicles
Each bite is a perfect fruity delight. You can serve them in half mini pops for the kids. Grab this cool recipe here and try including this in your summer parties now!
24. Ham and Cheese Pockets
To some kids, we can probably spare the green garnish and use carrots or more cheese instead. These are indeed a pocketful of goodness that you don’t want to miss out. Learn the detailed recipe here.
25. Potato Sailboats
Row that potato boat to the best kids party ever. For the details of this recipe, click here.
26. Rice Krispies Paint Brush
Make these babies by simply dipping these rice crispies different colored chocolates and viola! You got yourselves some edible paint brushes. To grab the recipe of these party foods, go here.
27. Nutcracker Themed Food: Strawberry Mice
Make these strawberry mice with matching cheese slices on them to reminisce the story of Nutcracker. For the complete recipe, go here.
28. Peanut Butter and Chocolate Acorns
You know what I remember with these acorn party foods? The Ice Age movies! How to make these you ask? Go here for the step-by-step recipe now.
29. Cookies and Cream Popcorn
Popcorn is one of the ultimate party foods for kids. But how do we mix it with cookies and cream you’re wondering? Go here for the complete details of this recipe.
30. Birthday Present Surprise Sugar Cookies
I think I’m in love! These lickerish tied rainbow boxes with M&M’s inside look so perfect, so delicious and so fun. Go here and learn the complete recipe of these colorful bundles of joy.
31. Banilla Sandwich Cookies
Banilla is a portmanteau of banana and vanilla. Enjoy these healthy party foods as an appetizer or as a dessert for these kiddos. Learn how to make one with the complete recipe here.
32. Cinnamon Roll Cake Pops
Cake pops will surely be a knockout when included in a kids’ party. Just make sure to keep the tips blunt and safe for the kids. Grab the complete recipe of these party goodies here.
33. Nutella Mini Pancake Kabobs
It’s a fun Nutella recipe that combines its chocolatey goodness with these mini pancakes and fruits. Don’t forget to keep an eye on them and to secure the tips. To get the recipe, go here.
34. Two-Bite Mac and Cheese Cups
What a smart way to serve mac and cheese and help you budget the food to make sure that each kid gets the same amount of serving. Learn the complete recipe of these party foods here.
35. Watermelon Jello
Now, I must warn you, the recipe is a spirited one. So to use this for your kids’ birthday party, opt out the alcohol and use soda or fruit juice instead. For the complete recipe, go here.
36. Bacon Chicken Meatballs
Another pop recipe but with chicken and bacon this time. Learn the complete recipe of these creamy party foods right here.
37. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dippers
If you haven’t got enough with chocolate cookies, make these chocolatey dippers for your children’s party. Add this to your mini-me’s celebration and get famous for it. See the detailed recipe here.
38. Spaghetti and Meatballs Muffin Bites
Back when I was a kid, my birthday parties won’t be a party without spaghetti so I’m not going to miss this out from the list. To replicate this dish, see the detailed recipe here.
39. Banana Penguins
These penguins are so cute and easy to make, too. Check out the recipe here. And to see where they got the inspiration from, go here.
40. Mr. McGregors Garden Patch
Presenting carrots this way will definitely make kids want ’em more. See the whole recipe by clicking here.
41. Dipped Pretzels with Rainbow Sprinkles
You can pretend and make these pretzel sticks to be magic wands or fighting pirate swords. To see them served in a colorful children’s party, go here.
42. Strawberry Kiwi Fruit Pizza Watermelon
There’s actually more than what meets the eye for these watermelon fruit pizzas. They are healthy, delicious and sweet. Grab the whole recipe right here.
43. Glass Milk Jugs with Cookies and Straws
Having milk in a party is just plain smart. Present them in this way and they’ll soon go bottoms up with their drinks. To see these party foods in a real party, go here.
44. Heart Eye Emoji Oreo Pops
This is another Oreo recipe that is a surefire winner. Emoji is an independent design by themselves and they can easily blend in at any themed party. Learn how to make these with its detailed recipe here.
45. Bunny Head Fresh Fruit Platter
It’s all a matter of proper fruit arrangement. Wow them with this fruit platter and hop into the details of this inspiration here.
46. Funfetti Bugles
They are colorful and full of wonders. These party foods will work well with sleepover and movie parties, side by side with popcorn of course. See the details of this recipe here.
47. The Little Piggy Bread
These shiny and chewy pieces of pig bread will surely amaze the kids. I can only imagine their surprised faces when they find these on the buffet table. For the complete and detailed recipe, go here.
48. Captain America Jelly Cups
Again, these party foods are adjustable according to your party theme of choice. This can even be a Memorial Day dessert from the looks of it. See these party foods inspiration right here.
49. Hamburger Cupcakes and Cookie French Fries
These are perfect for a birthday cookout when everything is shaped into barbecue party foods. For the complete recipe, go here.
50. Baked Sloppy Joe Cups
These buns are the best way to let everyone experience a piece of Sloppy Joe haven. For the complete recipe, go here.
Check out this video by Tesco Food on Children’s Party Food Ideas and how to prepare them:
Party foods are easy to prepare when you know what the kids want. The key is to serve the celebrant’s favorite food and then keep the menu cheesy, meaty, sweet, healthy and delicious to the eyes. These 50 party foods are the bombs that will make your kiddie party absolutely awesome. This list served me well, and I hope it will serve you good, too.
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Originally posted on August 1, 2016 @ 2:39 pm
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