If you’re planning a birthday party for your little one, there’s lots to think about before the big day. Between choosing a venue, theme, decorations and entertainment, food may be one of the big elements that slips your mind.
Once the birthday cake is sorted, coming up with ideas for the perfect balance of savoury finger food and sweet treats can be a difficult task, especially knowing how fussy some children can be when it comes to eating.
To ensure all of your partygoers will be well-fed without having to organise catered food, we’ve come up with 20 ideas for savoury and sweet snacks to have at your child’s next birthday party. Check them out below for a hassle-free day.
Savoury
Sausage rolls- A perfect savoury snack to serve hot or cold.
Pizza rolls- Kids simply love pizza and if you don’t feel like spending a fortune to order some, try making your own pizza rolls on baguettes or pizza roll-ups using wraps.
Mini burgers- Burgers are quick and easy to throw in the oven and allow children to add their own toppings.
Crisps- It’s super affordable to buy a multipack of crisps and divide the flavours into separate bowls so little hands can grab their favourite ones.
Garlic bread- It’s very quick and easy to make your own garlic bread with minimal ingredients if you don’t have time to head to the shops.
Mini hotdogs- Hotdogs go down a treat with children and are cheap to buy from the supermarket. Don’t forget to leave out ketchup & mustard for guests to use too!
Popcorn- A better option for older children rather than a toddler’s party as the kernels can be a potential choking hazard.
Carrot sticks- A healthier option that other parents are sure to appreciate and is perfect to serve with dipping sauces.
DIY Happy Meal- Instead of ordering a McDonald’s Happy Meal for each child, buy some frozen chicken nuggets and chips to serve in little containers.
Mini sandwiches & wraps- From ham & cheese to PB & J, the filling for mini sandwiches and wraps are endless. Make sure to check for any allergies that partygoers may have.
Sweet
Cupcakes- A great sweet treat for guests to enjoy. You could also use cupcakes as an alternative to a full birthday cake.
Cake pops- Perfect for little ones who will only want a few bites of cake rather than a full slice.
Yoghurts- If you’re looking for a healthier snack alternative, yoghurt with some fruit is a great option.
Brownies- For the chocolate-lovers of the party, brownies are perfect served with a scoop of ice-cream.
Donuts- Buying a variety of different flavoured donuts is a great way to keep everyone at the party happy.
Fruit kebabs- Really quick to put together and parents will appreciate the healthy addition of fresh fruit in a sea of sweet treats.
Chocolate covered strawberries- The perfect balance of fruit and yummy chocolate. Make sure to give yourself enough time to let them set properly in the fridge before the party starts.
Marshmallow sticks- Double the sweetness by placing marshmallows on sticks and offering bowls of melted milk, white and dark chocolate for little ones to dip in to. Leave some sprinkles nearby for decoration!
Rice Krispie squares- A classic birthday party staple that everyone loves.
Pick ‘n’ Mix- Create your own at-home sweetshop by buying a variety of packaged sweets and displaying them in different bowls or containers. Give each child a little bag to fill up with their favourite sweets.
