The Best Party Snacks For Kids

Looking for fun and healthy snack ideas for your next kids' party? These cute party food recipes are perfect for small children and older kids alike! From mini burgers to fruit kabobs, they're a fun way to please kids of all ages even the fussy eaters! 

The Best Kids Party Treats & Snacks.

Planning a kids’ party and not sure what to serve? Coming up with fun, delicious options that little ones will actually eat can feel like a challenge but it doesn’t have to be!

A great idea is to focus on finger food ideas that are easy to grab, fun to eat and perfect for small hands. I also like to mix in some healthy snacks alongside the sweet treats, keeping both the little guests and the grown-ups happy.

Try serving up some tasty pinwheel sandwiches, teddy bear chocolate chip cookies, crispy chicken nuggets or my personal favorite sweet banana split cupcakes. 

Whether you’re hosting a birthday bash or a casual playdate, these snack suggestions are an easy way to make your party table a hit.

 

The ultimate pinwheel appetizers for every occasion! These Easy Italian Pinwheels are loaded with flavor, super simple to make and perfect for game day, picnics or family games night.

 

Looking for a fun and easy DIY snack for kids or parties? These Apple Slice Donuts are made with crisp apple rings, peanut butter and customizable toppings.

 

These Hot Ham & Cheese Sliders are the ultimate party food! Made with sweet Hawaiian rolls, melted Swiss cheese, and a buttery Dijon poppy seed glaze, they're perfect for game day, birthdays or an easy weeknight dinner.

 

These adorable bear-shaped cookies are perfect for birthday parties, baby shower or fun baking with kids. Made with store-bought peanut butter and chocolate chip cookie dough, they’re easy to assemble and irresistibly cute.

 

These Banana Split Cupcakes are the ultimate party treat! Moist banana bread topped with melted vanilla ice cream buttercream, chocolate syrup, sprinkles, cherries and nuts. Perfect for birthdays, BBQs, and summer celebrations!

 

Make your party platter pop with these colorful rice paper rolls! Fresh, crunchy, and mess-free. Great for vegan and gluten-free guests too!

 

These Ladybug Caprese Bites are the ultimate spring or summer party appetizer. Easy to make, delicious and a total crowd-pleaser! Perfect for garden parties, baby showers or just a fun snack for the kids.

 

Creepy-cute & kid-approved! Try this Walking Dirt and Worms recipe. A no-bake dessert made with Oreo minis, pudding cups, whipped cream and gummy worms. Perfect for birthday parties, Halloween or classroom treats!

 

These Turkey Pinwheel Roll Ups are the perfect party appetizer! Made with flour tortillas, deli turkey and creamy sun-dried tomato spread, they’re bite-sized, full of flavor and ready in minutes. A great recipe for game days, holidays or any celebration.

 

The ultimate lazy Chocolate Chip Cookie bars made with a box of yellow cake mix! These gooey, chewy bars are the perfect quick dessert with just a handful of simple ingredients. Ideal for birthdays, potlucks or anytime you need a sweet treat fast.

 

Try this Loaded Tater Tots recipe for your next party, game day, or casual get-together. These tater tot appetizers are baked to golden perfection and topped with gooey cheese, crispy bacon and a drizzle of ranch. The perfect satisfying snack for any celebration!

 

Craving that classic S'mores flavor without the mess? This S’mores Snack Mix is the ultimate sweet treat for birthdays, playdates, and school snacks. Just 3 ingredients and totally no fuss. Perfect for kids, parties, and party favors.

 

These Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are coated in crushed cornflakes for extra crunch and finished with a drizzle of hot honey. They're super crunchy, air-fryer-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes.

 

Who says S'mores are just for summer? These No-Bake S’mores Bars bring that gooey campfire magic indoors with Golden Grahams, Hershey’s chocolate, and marshmallow bits. Perfect fun treat for any celebration or cozy night in!

 

The BEST kid-friendly party dessert idea! These Walking Oreo Cheesecakes are made in under 10 minutes with just 3 ingredients. Great for birthday parties and BBQs!

 

This easy Banana Split Trifle is a no-bake dessert layered with pound cake, banana pudding, fresh fruit and whipped topping. They’re fun, fruity and (bonus!) completely no-bake!

 

Give your classic Rice Krispies treat a fun twist with these Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bars! They're crunchy, gooey, and packed with cinnamon sugar flavor.

 

Large charcuterie boards are my FAVORITE thing to serve at parties but often the kids get left out! So here is a super EASY kid-friendly charcuterie board that would be perfect for sleepovers or kids’ birthday parties!

 

These Air Fryer Loaded Nachos are hands down, the quickest party appetizers I have on my blog thanks to the speediness of my air fryer. They're made with beans, shredded cheese, tomatoes, cilantro and jalapenos.

 

Looking for kids’ party food ideas? You’re in luck with this adorable snack board! Since we’re approaching the holiday season, I thought it would be fun to show you guys some great kids’ party food ideas.

 

Kids and grown-ups alike will love this PB&J Snack Board that offers classic peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with an amazing selection of snacks to go with them. It’s an easy, fun and delicious way to serve a snack or meal.

 

Deliciously cute and unbelievably easy to make, these Butterfly Cinnamon Rolls make a charming spring and summer breakfast treat. They’re so whimsical and honestly, just so simple to make with canned cinnamon rolls.

 

Forget the grill! Skillet Sliders seared to perfection on the stovetop are the way to go! When cooked right, they turn out with the most perfect crust and juicy center every single time.

 

Are you ready for the BEST kids party food? These pizza pinwheels are a hit with children. They are so easy to make and will be gone before you know it. No need to spend money on ordering pizza when you can make your own homemade pizza pinwheels.

 

Loaded with sweet and salty flavor, Hawaiian ham and cheese sliders are a game-day must-have. This ham and cheese sliders recipe starts with tender slices of ham and Swiss cheese baked in mini sweet rolls and brushed with a buttery Dijon sauce.

 

Homemade chicken nuggets are juicy and tender inside with a nice crispy crust. Tender chicken breasts are rolled in a flavorful seasoned crumb coating. These are oven-baked meaning they’re not only delicious but better for you!

 

A quick, easy way to make stunning fruit bouquets or cute fruit kabobs for fun, healthy snacks! Even easier yet? A few simple fruit flowers or other pretty cut-out shapes will make any fruit platter special!

 

If you thought rice krispie treats couldn’t get any better, think again. These white chocolate funfetti rice krispie treats are loaded up with white chocolate and rainbow sprinkles for the ultimate festive treat!

 

These rainbow M&M cookies are soft-baked style with extra chewy edges. We recommend mini M&Ms so you can pack more into each cookie. Chilling the cookie dough for 2 hours is an imperative step, so make sure you set aside enough time.

 

These adorable ice cream cone cupcakes are as fun to make as they are to eat. With soft, fluffy cake baked right into flat-bottomed cones and topped with swirls of colorful buttercream, they’re perfect for birthday parties or any time you want to serve a treat that looks as cute as it tastes.

 

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Emma

Hi, I’m Emma - creator of Easy Party Eats, your go-to for fun, fuss-free party food and quick bites for every celebration. I turned my love for entertaining into easy, crowd-pleasing recipes anyone can make. Let’s keep it simple, fun and always delicious!

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