Kids’ birthday parties are so fun to plan! Many preparations are involved, from the decorations to the party favors to the food you’re going to serve the kids. All of the planning can get overwhelming quickly, especially if you’re new to the planning process. Here are some birthday treat ideas for kids to create a menu for a successful birthday party.
1. Fruit Kabobs
Fruit kababs are an excellent party treat for kids. They’re bright and colorful so they’re visually appealing and they’re healthy, which is always a plus. The kabobs are perfect for keeping the fruit contained and avoiding messes.
If you have younger children, consider using crazy straws instead of kabobs since they’re less sharp. Consider serving marshmallow fruit dip on the side for dipping. All you need is seven ounces of marshmallow creme, eight ounces of softened cream cheese, and one teaspoon of vanilla extract.
2. Pretzel Wands
Pretzel wants are one of the best birthday treat ideas because you can decorate them in many different ways. You can cover them in chocolate or use white baking chips to use as glue. You can add caramel into the mix for extra stickiness.
Then, sprinkle them with edible glitter, colored sugar, candy stars or sprinkles. They’re the perfect snack for mid-morning or mid-afternoon parties in between meals. You can customize them to fit any birthday theme by changing the colors and sprinkles.
3. Pudding Dirt Cups
Pudding dirt cups aren’t just for Halloween! Individual pudding dirt cups are excellent party treats for kids and are super fun to make. You can make them before the party or you can bring the ingredients and let the kids make them themselves.
It can be a really fun activity to incorporate into the party so the kids can customize their cups. You’ll need chocolate pudding, crushed Oreos, gummy worms and individual cups. A dirt cake is another fun option for a large group of kids.
4. Banana Splits
Banana splits are a fun birthday treat that kids are sure to remember. You can make traditional banana splits, banana split push-up pops, a healthy breakfast smoothie, or frozen smoothie pops.
Frozen banana cereal pops are excellent healthy snacks that you can make by dipping bananas in yogurt, rolling them in cereal, and then freezing them. You can make frozen banana pops a fun party activity for kids by letting them choose their toppings at the beginning of the party. The banana pops should be frozen and ready when it’s time for dessert.
5. Raspberry Ice Cream Sodas
You don’t want to forget about drinks. You’ll of course want to have water since kids will likely be running around—you want to ensure they stay hydrated. A non-alcoholic punch is another great and inexpensive way to quench the thirst of little ones. You can make a big batch of Kool-Aid or use a fun punch recipe for extra flair.
Raspberry ice cream soda is a fun and tasty birthday treat idea that kids will deem unforgettable. To make it, you’ll need raspberry sherbet, vanilla ice cream, club soda, raspberry syrup and fresh raspberries. You can make a raspberry syrup or grab a premade one at the store.
6. Mini Pizzas
Mini pizzas are outstanding birthday treat ideas. Kids love to create and these are the perfect way to get them involved in their snacking. Provide premade mini pizza dough and popular pizza toppings like cheese, pepperoni, ham and sausage for kids to choose from.
Ensure to set up space for kids to create their own pizzas so there isn’t a fuss and to minimize the mess. Get all the kids’ attention, demonstrate how to make a mini pizza using a brush for the sauce and then add the toppings. You’ll want to bake the mini pizzas for about 20 minutes before you serve them.
7. Apple Dippers
Apple dippers are a fun twist on fruit kabobs. Instead of piling on the fruit, slice apples into wedges and put them on kabob sticks. You can dip the apple wedges in peanut butter, yogurt, caramel or chocolate and they layer on your favorite toppings.
Toppings are the best part when it comes to creating your own snack. Kids will love this snack idea. The toppings you can use are endless. You can use coconut flakes, candy sprinkles, nuts, cereal or candy on your apples. Place the apples into the refrigerator for about ten minutes before you serve them.
Party Treats for Kids
These birthday treat ideas are excellent for kids’ parties. They’re fun and creative, which makes them crowd-pleasers for children. Having a party in between meals is a great way to save money by not having to serve a big feast for kids. These fun party treats for kids are great for snacking and will keep them occupied and happy during the party.
