Most children love parties for two reasons – games and food. Hence, you need to cater to their tastebuds with some unique and easy kids’ party foods ideas to make it memorable. Since children tend to love foods loaded with sugar and preservatives, the real challenge is finding recipes that appeal to their tastes and are good for them. These recipes cater to these requirements by being tasty and healthy at the same time. They will surely make your children’s party a success, and you’ll soon find many parents asking you to share the recipes with them. So dive in for some delicious and healthy recipes for your child’s next party.
21 Healthy Kids’ Party Food Ideas
At MomJunction, we understand the importance of healthy food for children. Here is a list of easy party food recipes, including kids party food ideas on a budget, that you can use when catering to guests aged less than 12.
Snacks For Girls’ And Boys’ Birthday Party
Kids don’t think about mashed potatoes or pot roast when they are at a party. But snacks and finger foods, yes, please! You can try these kids’ birthday party food ideas.
1. Sticky Caramel Popcorn
Everyone likes popcorn. But kids love caramel popcorn most. Here is how you can make it for a party. You will need:
1 cup butter 5 quarts popped corn 2 cups brown sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How to make: Preparation time: 30 Min Cooking time: One and a half hours Servings: 20
2. Cheese Straws
One of the simplest appetizers for a kid’s party, cheese straws are a hit at parties and taste yummy with mustard or mint dip. You will need:
2 cups flour ½ cup soft butter 2 cups cheddar cheese Pinch of cayenne pepper powder Salt to taste
How to make: Preparation time: 15 Min Cooking time: 15 Min Servings: 36 sticks
3. Choco-Fruity Cones
Chocolate is a kid’s favorite. So how about mixing it with fruits and presenting it in ice-cream cones? It is an appealing and healthy choice for a party dessert. You will need:
4 waffle cones 1 tablespoon coconut oil 75 gm dark chocolate 1 cup shredded coconut 1 cup sprinkles 1 bowl of fruits (grapes, mango, strawberries, blueberries, pomegranate)
How to make: Preparation time: 10min Cooking time: 2min Servings: 4
4. Pizza Biscuits
Pizza Biscuits are cheesy appetizers and healthy too. Here is how you can make them at home. You will need:
One pack of refrigerated flaky biscuits (12 oz.) 1 cup mozzarella cheese ¾ cup pizza sauce 80 pepperoni slices (3.5 oz)
How to make: Preparation time: 30 Min Cooking time: 20 Min Servings: 40
5. Smoked Salmon With Cucumber and Cheese
When your children love seafood, smoked salmon can be a very good idea. Here is how to make a smoked salmon appetizer for a kids’ party. You will need:
4 oz smoked salmon, cut into 2-inch long strips 1 1/3 cucumbers 4 oz softened cream cheese 1 teaspoon lemon zest ½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped 24 dill sprigs ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
How to make: Preparation time: 40 Min Cooking time: 40 Min Servings: 12
Lunch Ideas For Kids’ Party
Planning a lunch party for your children? Then you’ll need more than just popcorn or cheese sticks. Here are some easy-to-make foods for a kids’ lunch party.
6. Mini Sausage Rolls
Mini sausage rolls are healthy and mess-free too, which makes them perfect for a kids’ lunch party. If you have a lot of guests, you can make and freeze the uncooked rolls before the party. You will need:
One pack of sausages or sausage meat (400 grams) One pack of ready-rolled puff pastry (375 grams) One egg, beaten ½ small garlic clove, crushed A handful of chopped parsley Salt to taste Water
How to make: Preparation time: 20 Min Cooking time: 30 Min Servings: 20
7. Party Pies
Party pies are small pies with a healthy veggie and beef filling. These are filling and like sausage rolls, are mess-free. You will need:
300 grams lean beef mix ¾ cup stock beef ½ peeled and finely chopped brown onion 1 small carrot, peeled and grated 2 teaspoons cooking oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon flour 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon milk 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 5 frozen shortcrust pastry sheets, partially thawed
How to make: Preparation time: 15 Min Cooking time: 45 Min Servings: 24
Sweets And Desserts For Kids Party
No kids party is complete without sweets and desserts. You may have cake if it is a birthday party. But if it is not, here are some delicious desserts you can serve.
8. Honey Joys
Dipped in honey, this sweet treat is heavenly and healthy too! It can make a great add-on to your children’s birthday party food. You will need:
4 cups Kellogs cornflakes 90 grams margarine or butter 1 tablespoon honey 1/3 cup sugar
How to make: Preparation time: 10 Min Cooking time: 10 Min Servings: 24
9. Mini Pancakes
Kids love eating pancakes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. So why not give them some at a party? Here is the recipe for party-sized pancakes with chocolate chips. You will need:
1 cup flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 egg 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons melted butter 1 tablespoon baking powder ¼ tablespoon salt ½ cup small chocolate chips
How to make: Preparation time: 10 Min Cooking time: 20 Min Servings: 4
10. Birthday Biscuits
Birthday cake is the norm. But birthday biscuits are exceptionally yummy! You will need:
250 grams flour 86 grams refined castor sugar 175 grams unsalted butter, cubed 2 tablespoons lemon curd 250 grams white icing sugar 1 tablespoon strawberry conserve
How to make: Preparation time: 30 Min Cooking time: 10 Min Servings: 24
11. Frosted Carrot Squares
This is a healthy sweet treat you can make with the help of your kids. You will need:
200 grams peeled carrots 200 grams self-raising flour 175 grams brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda Orange zest, from one orange 2 eggs 2 teaspoons cinnamon 150ml sunflower oil
For the icing:
75 grams icing sugar 200 grams soft cheese 50 grams softened butter
How to make: Preparation time: 30 Min Cooking time: 30 Min Servings: 60-12
Fruit Treats For Kids’ Party
Don’t have a lot of time to cook something big for the kids’ party? Try these simple, yet healthy, fruit treats.
12. Watermelon Sticks
Watermelon is rich in vitamin A and C and has no cholesterol, sodium, or saturated fat. What can be a better snack than a finely carved slice of watermelon? You will need:
One big watermelon
How to: Preparation time: 10 Min Servings: 10
13. Grape Caterpillars
While fruits are healthy and make good snacks, your kids won’t be excited to eat them at a party. But what if you can make the fruit a little interesting? You will need:
27 green grapes (seedless) 27 red grapes (seedless) 2 tablespoons vanilla frosting
How to make: Now, what kid would want to pop a grape when he has a whole grape-caterpillar to devour! Preparation time: 5 Min Servings: 12
Kids’ Party Food Buffet Ideas
When you are throwing a party for the older kids, a buffet can be a good idea. All you need to do is find the right kind of food that the kids can help themselves to without creating a mess. So here is the list.
14. Guacamole
One of the first things you should have with a buffet spread is a dip. Guacamole is a healthy dip made with fresh avocados, tomatoes, and onions. You can serve it with nachos, chips, or tortillas. You will need:
3 fresh avocados 1 lime, juiced 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic ½ cup diced onion 2 plum tomatoes, diced a pinch of cayenne pepper powder Salt to taste
How to make: Preparation time: 10 Min Servings: 4
15. Hummus
Hummus is a protein-rich dip that you can have as a part of your buffet spread. Here is an easy recipe to make this Middle Eastern dish. You will need:
1 can Garbanzo beans (15 oz) 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic Salt to taste
How to make: Serve it with warm pita bread. Preparation time: 5 Min Servings: 4 You could go for a Middle Eastern themed buffet with hummus, pita bread, chips, nachos, and guacamole on the menu for kids’ birthday parties. Add to it the grape caterpillars, mini pancakes, and birthday biscuits and the party is all set!
Kids Theme Party Foods
Theme parties are a fad today. Here are some ideas for children’s theme parties.
Chocolate Theme Foods
Kids love chocolate. Heck, adults love chocolate. So why not throw a chocolate-themed party with these foods on the table.
16. Chocolate Crackles
Chocolate crackles are the ultimate children’s party food. And, they are so easy to make. You will need:
200 grams dark chocolate 100 grams puffed rice or cereal 100 grams unsalted butter 5 tablespoons golden syrup (cane syrup made from evaporated sugar cane juice)
How to make: Preparation time: 5 Min Cooking time: 10 Min Servings: 12
17. Chocolate candied almonds
Fruits and nuts are healthy snacks. Here is how you can add some flavor to make almonds a tasty snack for the toddler birthday party. You will need:
2 cups raw almonds ½ cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon corn syrup 12 oz milk chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons sugar, powdered 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
How to make: Preparation time: 1 hour Cooking and freezing time: 1 hour Servings: 6 cups
Princess Theme Food
Pink is the color of food for a princess themed party. Here is what you can do for your little girl’s birthday.
18. Cookies With Pink Icing
When you are throwing a party for your little girl, whether she’s six or sixteen, she’ll love these pink frosted cookies. You will need:
5 cups flour 1 cup milk 1 cup butter 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Readymade strawberry frosting
How to make: Preparation time: 15 Min Cooking time: 10 Min Servings: 24
19. Pink Smoothie
This smoothie is a healthy beverage you can serve to your princess and her friendly-subjects at the party! You will need:
2 pears, cored and halved 2 apples, cored and quartered ¾ cup frozen strawberries 1 cup milk 2 teaspoons white sugar
How to make: Preparation time: 5 Min Servings: 4
Pirate Party Foods
You can also think of a few sea-inspired pirate party food for kids on a special day celebrations.
20. Jelly Cups
Create snake or shark-infested jello cups with this easy party food recipe. You will need:
2 packs of blue jello Shark and snake-shaped gummies
How to make: Preparation time: 15 Min Servings: 6 to 10 cups
21. Watermelon Pirate Ship
How can a pirate-themed party be complete without the Jolly Roger? Here’s a recipe for our version of the pirate ship, a healthy one! You will need:
One large watermelon Melon-baller One carving knife
How to make: Preparation time: 60 Min Servings: 10
