Kids Party Recipes & Kids Party Food Recipes

Orange Jack-O'-Lantern Fruit Cups

These fun (and healthy!) orange jack-o'-lantern fruit cups are a sweet treat.
Summer Palm Tree Cupcakes

What would a party be without sweet treats? We gave traditional vanilla cupcakes a summer makeover by decorating them with edible palm tree toppers.
Everything Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are the perfect medium for flavor.
Thanksgiving Turkey

This is one turkey dinner that is much more than the sum of its parts.
Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole is on almost everyone's Thanksgiving table, either because people love it of maybe because they just love that fried-onion topping.
Cranberry Compote

Chamomile has a delicate, floral flavor that pairs beautifully with Riesling wine.
Buttermilk Biscuits

These buttermilk biscuits require a light touch.
Applesauce-Apple Pie

The best apple pies are sweet and juicy.
Candy Apples

An update to a classic Halloween treat, these colorful candy apples will delight kids and adults while they brighten your treat table.
Monster Macarons

Topped by googley eyes, these lightweight French favorites are perfectly on-theme for a kid-approved Halloween party.
Easter Bunny Vanilla Cupcakes

Vanilla cupcakes are the perfect base for myriad fillings and frostings.
Thai Chicken Salad

Turn this delectable chicken salad into easy finger food by serving it on crisp endive leaves.
Sesame Noodles with Chicken

This simple recipe is easy to tailor to accommodate a range of tastes.
Glazed Lemon Ginger Tea Cookies

The quintessential match to a cup of tea, these party treats offer just the right balance of lightness and zest.
Authentic French Meringues

A few meringues beautifully presented on the table adds texture and color to the party table.
Easy French Macaroons

A favorite for many adults, these light sweet treats are tailor-made for kids — they're the perfect finger food for a party.
Pink Lemonade

This simple and refreshing lemonade adds beautiful color to a heart-themed table.
Holiday Star Pancakes

Make Christmas morning extra special with a festive twist on this breakfast classic.
Hot Cocoa

Hot cocoa is the official drink of winter, so it's the perfect addition to any celebration during the colder months.
Gingerbread Snowflakes

Loved by kids and grownups alike, gingerbread cookies are a classic holiday treat.
Mini Golden Cupcakes

No tea party would be complete without a batch of delicate, delectable cupcakes.
Squash Carrot Soup

On a cold winter's day, there's no better way to warm up than with a delicious bowl of soup.
Chocolate-Dipped Marshmallows

Decorate your party table with these fun-to-make marshmallow treats.
Star Cupcakes

Young Jedi™ will fly their rebel ships at lightspeed to get one of these delicious cupcakes.
Pretzel Lightsabers™

Little effort, big impact! Our sweet and salty Pretzel Lightsabers™ make a colorful addition to the party table.
Death Star™ Pizza Pockets

Everyone's favorite party food goes galactic with this recipe for Death Star™ Pizza Pockets.
Bantha™ Milk and R2-D2™ Cups

Mini mason jars are such a fun way to serve up beverages at a birthday party.
Gingerbread Skeleton Cookie

Gingerbread isn't just for Christmas. Turn this classic cookie flavor into a new Halloween tradition.
Ghost Marshmallow Cake

Use any cake flavor you like. From simple chocolate to decadent red velvet to classic carrot, the possibilities are endless.
Golden Bloom Cake

Give a simple, store-bought cake your own Midas touch.
Bubbly Mango Lemonade

Bubbly and light, this drink is the perfect refreshment for a baby shower.
Assorted Finger Sandwiches

These quintessential shower favorites are as easy as they are delicious.
Peach-Mango Sorbet

Use either fresh or frozen fruit to make this wonderfully sweet sorbet, which pairs well with a sugar cookie for a dessert kids will love.
Passion Fruit Cupcakes

These cupcakes are anything but traditional – but they offer a sweet surprise that kids will love.
Wormy Apples

Worms in their apples? Yum! This inventive, fun snack is delightfully suited for kids.
Pencil Sandwiches

No. 2? No way! These pencil sandwiches will take first place at a back-to-school celebration.
Gold Star Cookies

Every party guest gets a gold star with these shaped cookies, which can be personalized however you'd like.
Veggie Chips

Do away with potato chips and try these light, colorful crisps instead.
Ham and Apple Sandwich

Make over the standard lunch sandwich with a few easy twists that kids will love.
Autumnal Fruit Leathers

Have fun with different cookie-cutter shapes and fruits to fit the season.
Tuna Salad with Walnuts

This salad is perfect on its own, in a sandwich or as a dip for pita chips.
Tomato Soup with Number-Shaped Croutons

Kids will love counting down each bite of this delicious soup.
Banana Bread Muffins

For freshness and fun, wrap these muffins in parchment and decorate with your child's favorite colorful comic.
Apple Chips

If your kids love chips, this recipe offers a perfect healthy twist.
Butterfly-Shaped Polenta

Kids will love the rich taste of this easy-to-make polenta.
Fruit Caterpillar

For an extra-special treat, use chocolate chips for the eyes.
Color-Pop Punch

If you're short on time and need a party beverage kids will love, look no further!
Shark Fin Cupcakes

Shark attack! Turn an ordinary cupcake into a dangerously delicious dessert with simple grey shark fins that kids will love.
Coconut Glazed Seahorse Cookies

Two quintessential symbols of summer – seahorses and coconuts – come together in this delightfully sweet treat, perfect for an outdoor party inspired by the sea.
Elephant Sugar Cookies

The key to perfectly shaped sugar cookies is making sure the dough is chilled before you cut out the shapes, and also before you bake them.
Lavender Lemonade

Light and refreshing, lemonade is the perfect refreshment for a garden tea party!
French Macarons

Every tea party needs a few beautiful French macarons.
Homemade Flower Marshmallows

If you like marshmallows, then you'll love homemade marshmallows even more!
Easter “Egg in a Nest” Cupcakes

These sweet cupcakes lend a bit of whimsy to your Easter decor and look festive when placed on a tiered table centerpiece.
Bunny Tail Lemon Cupcakes

Adding fresh lemon zest and juice to a classic vanilla cupcake lends brightness for spring.
Hoppin' Bunny Cake

Beautiful and irresistibly sweet, this Easter–perfect cake features delightful details like fondant and two tiers.
Strawberry Lemonade

A refreshing burst of lemon combines with spring–sweet strawberries to create the perfect drink to sip on while hunting for eggs.
Heart and XO Sandwich Cookies

These beautiful (and yummy!) sandwich cookies are the perfect way to say “be mine.”
Vanilla Cupcakes with Hearts

Even Cupid would fall in love with these classic vanilla cupcakes topped with buttercream frosting.
Glittered Truffle Pops

These decadent chocolate truffle pops will surely dazzle your guests.
Heavenly Meringue Cookies

With their wispy peaks resembling snowy mountains, these classic meringue cookies are the perfect treat for this baby shower.
Homemade White Hot Chocolate

Warm up for winter celebrations with this beautiful twist on traditional hot chocolate.
Sweet Indulgence Cake Pops

Cake pops are a perennial party favorite, especially when made to match the theme!
Peppermint S'mores

Traditionally a summertime campfire snack, s'mores have a place during the holidays, too!
Spiced Honey Popcorn

Simple to make and perfect for all ages, this twist on traditional popcorn is a festive, tasty treat.
Pretzel Bones

Make no bones about it: these sweet pretzel treats are a delightfully spooky way to get excited about the season!
Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Spiders

They're creepy, they're crawly and they're decadently delicious!
Candied Apples with a Twist

Traditional candied apples get an elegant update with white chocolate coating and dark chocolate stripes.
Tri-Color Swirl Cupcake Frosting

The perfect topping for classic cupcakes, this beautifully swirled frosting is as pretty as it is sweet.
Homemade Strawberry or Chocolate Milk

What goes better with a baking party than milk?
Neapolitan Cake

This delightful recipe is a beautiful way to combine our Bakeshop Birthday Party's colors into a sweet treat the kids will love.
5 Easy Breakfast Ideas

Give your kids the fuel they need to get through the school day.
Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Not only are these chocolate covered pretzels cute, but the combination of sweet and salty is absolutely delicious!
Star Cake Pops

Cake Pops are one of the most popular treats for parties!
In-Flight Snack Mix

This classic snack mix is one of my favorite treats to make for my own kids. I know your party guests will love it too!
Chicken Salad Sandwiches

If you are planning on serving lunch, your guests will love this recipe for Tarragon Chicken Salad Sandwiches.
Mini Chicken Tostadas

Let kids create their own Mexican lunch with these easy-to-prepare mini taco salads.
Pack the Perfect Lunch

The return to school in the fall is an exciting time for kids.
5 Secrets to a Successful Lunch Box

There is nothing worse than pulling a lunch box out of a backpack only to find that your (adorable but discerning) child hasn't eaten a thing you've packed.
5 Tips for Picky Eaters

Chef and cookbook writer, Kate McMillan, shares her tips for turning picky eaters into kids who are excited to try new things.
Chocolate Milk Snowmen

Inspired by the simple styling of a snowman, these charming glass jars add extra fun to holiday festivities.
Apple Cake

This recipe allows you to create a miniature cake just for your baby while leaving you with plenty of bites for everyone else.
Apple-Cranberry Medley

Children will feel very grown-up as they sip their special drinks while enjoying the Thanksgiving festivities.
Berry and Nut Granola Bars

Make your own delicious granola bars with this simple and healthy recipe.
Blue Sailor Punch

Make your child's first birthday even more special with a signature drink.
Blueberry Banana Pudding Parfaits

The combination of blueberries and banana pudding is not only delicious, but creates a beautiful visual presentation when served layered in mini parfait glasses.
Breakfast Baked Apples with Yogurt

These can be pulled together in five minutes and baked while you and the kids get ready for school.
Candy Cane Sugar Cookies

Two pieces of dough in different colors are twisted together to create adorable candy cane-shaped cookies.
Caramel Apples

Kids can create their own polka- dot patterns on the apples by applying jumbo black and orange sprinkles before the caramel dries.
Carrot Cupcakes

Look for carrot decorations made of sugar – or just use orange sprinkles – to add a colorful touch to the top of your cupcakes.
Caterpillar Cake Pops

Since they're smaller than a serving of cake, I love these for parties with young children. They get the fun of a sweet treat without overdoing it
Mini Cereal Treat Ice Cream Cones

Mini ice cream cones are the perfect way to serve up crispy cereal treats.
Cheesy Popcorn

Grated Parmesan cheese adds protein and a huge hit of flavor to basic popcorn.
Chicken & Rice Soup

Warm chicken soup is like a thermos full of love!
Chicken Skewers with Orzo Pasta Salad

These chicken skewers are healthy and light, and they can easily be cooked ahead of time.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is nearly always a favorite with kids – and with good reason.
Shortbread Stars with Royal Icing

With two colors of royal icing, these chocolate shortbread cookies are a beautiful alternative to classic Christmas sugar cookies.
Creamy Black Bean Soup

Delicious and nourishing, our black bean soup comes together in one easy step.
Croissant Stars with Strawberries

This recipe makes a lot of stars. Keep them in an airtight container and you will have snacks all week long.
Cupcake Ice Cream Cones

These melt-proof "ice cream cones" are easy to make and a fun surprise for any birthday party.
Cupcakes in a Jar

Cupcakes are always a hit at birthday parties, and these ones have an especially appealing bonus: they're portable.
Marshmallow & Hershey's Kiss Dreidel Pops

The only thing more fun than a spinning dreidel is one made of gooey marshmallow and decadent chocolate.
Easter Basket Sugar Cookies

Always a crowd pleaser, sugar cookies are now a year-round favorite.
"Edamommy Dip"

Edamame is a common lunchbox snack these days.
Fresh Fruit with Orange Yogurt Dunk

Any fresh, seasonal fruit tastes even better paired with this yogurt dip.
Fruit Turkeys

Children can help make these adorable turkeys while the adults prepare the real meal, then snack on them while they're waiting for dinner.
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies

The texture and flavors of these gluten-free gingerbread cookies are so perfect, they may just replace your regular gingerbread cookie recipe.
Halloween Popcorn Balls

Homemade caramel popcorn balls are a sweet treat and make a great alternative to store-bought candy.
Halloween Punch

This punch is festive and fun for Halloween, but parents don't have to feel guilty about what's in it.
Ham and Cheese Stacks

Apple slices replace bread in this fun take on a lunchtime classic.
Hanukkah S'mores

S'mores are such an easy dessert to make, and kids of all ages are drawn to them.
Happily Ever After Chocolate Crackle Cookies

Chewy on the inside and crunchy on the outside, these chocolate cookies are an easy-to-make, indulgent treat.
Hummus Dip with Fresh Veggies

Getting kids to realize that fresh veggies are tasty and satisfying often comes down to a simple matter of presentation.
Italian Quesadillas

This is a quesadilla with an Italian accent.
Lemon Coconut Cake

This easy three-layer lemon coconut cake not only tastes delicious, but also coordinates perfectly with the baby shower.
Lemon Curd Tartlets with Blueberries

Topped with blueberries and whipped cream, your guests are sure to love these delightful lemon tartlets.
Pink Lemonade Sherbet Punch

Make a big impact with this refreshing pink punch featuring lemonade and Raspberry sherbet.
Make-Your-Own Microwave Cinnamon Kettle Corn

The return to school in the fall is an exciting time for kids.
Mama Martinis

These refreshing, non-alcoholic martinis are the perfect accompaniment for a yellow and gray themed baby shower.
Microwave Blueberry Ginger Oatmeal

This is a healthier, tastier alternative to the instant oatmeal packets sold at the supermarket.
Mini Pumpkin Tarts with Marshmallows

Your children will love the taste of the pumpkin tart and crispy marshmallow on top.
Mini Yogurt Parfaits

Bite-sized yogurt parfaits are an elegant addition to any table.
Number Sandwiches

Celebrate eight days of light with easy-to-make shaped sandwiches.
"Nuts and Bolts" Snack Mix

This crowd-pleasing recipe is a fantastic combination of salty and sweet – you'd better make an extra batch!
"Out of the Box" Granola Bars

These let you have a say about what's in your granola bars.
Out-the-Door Breakfast Sandwich

These are so good ... be sure to make one for yourself when you're cooking them for the kids.
Peach Raspberry Spoon Smoothie

This smoothie is so thick you can eat it with a spoon.
Peanut Butter Pinwheels

This is a fun one to make with your kids.
Pita Pesto Pizza

Pita bread makes an easy, unfussy pizza crust.
Plant Parfaits

These sweet treats look so much like cute little seedlings, your party guests will probably be happily surprised to learn that they're edible!
Polar Bear Cookies

Shaped cookies are a holiday tradition because they're fun to cut out, decorate and exchange with family and friends.
Pumpkin Cheddar Cheese Balls

Even your toddler can help you shape the cheese spread into miniature pumpkins and top them with pretzel or broccoli 'stems.'
Quinoa Tabouli Salad

Pack up this simple grain salad for a delicious and energizing at-school snack.
Refreshing Old-Fashioned Lemonade

After a long day of playing in the sun, few things are more appealing than a glass of homemade lemonade.
Around-the-Clock Sugar Cookies

The glaze on these cookies creates a shiny hard coating, making it a delicious and functional base for decorating.
Sand Castle Cakes

This classic yellow cake recipe is a crowd-pleaser with kids of all ages and works well with a number of different flavored frostings.
Snowscape Cupcakes

Inspired by the beauty of winter, these delicious and easy-to-make cupcakes make a festive addition to any party.
Spare Parts Pasta Salad

Not only is this pasta salad incredibly tasty and easy to make, it's absolutely perfect for a robot-inspired party!
Speedy Confetti Pasta

This recipe is designed to take advantage of whatever tasty vegetables you might have in your refrigerator.
Spiced Christmas Puffs

Sugar and spice and everything nice ... that's what these are made of!
Spooky Cheese Crackers

Children and adults alike will flip for these homemade cheese crackers.
Stained Glass Sugar Cookies

When these cookies are hung from a Christmas tree, light shines through the colorful candy centers, creating a beautiful stained-glass effect.
Storybook Page Puff Pastry Tarts

These individual puff pastry tarts are shaped to resemble small books.
Strawberries and Cream Waffle Sandwich

This is a more nourishing take on classic waffles with strawberries and whipped cream.
Stuffing-on-a-Stick

Food is always more fun when it's on a stick.
Sweet Potato and Chickpea Hummus

A fresh twist on an old favorite, this sweet potato hummus is a hit with kids.
Swirl Sugar Cookies

This simple method for creating a whimsical cookie is the perfect way to involve young children.
Take Away Taco Salad

The salty crunch of a few crumbled tortilla chips gives this healthy salad special appeal.
Toadstool Vanilla Sour Cream Cupcakes

To please a myriad of taste buds, you can also use plain vanilla or chocolate cupcakes with this recipe.
Tuna Salad Cutouts

Sandwiches in creative shapes make for a fun new experience. Keep several cutout shapes on hand so you can keep your child guessing.
Turkey, Cheese & Salsa Pinwheels

Putting pinwheels on a skewer will not only add a bit of fun to a lunchbox but it will also help hold the spirals together.
Under the Sea Cookies

These sea–themed cookie treats are good to the gills!
Vanilla Cupcake Menorah

Creating a cupcake menorah is a playful way to involve children in preparing the Hanukkah meal while teaching them about the important symbols of the holiday.
Vanilla-Raspberry Dip

No doubt about it, all kids love to dip.
Vanilla Reveal Cupcakes

Let all of your guests participate in the big reveal with these cupcakes.

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