40+ Classic Kids Party Food Recipes

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The ultimate collection of classic kids party food recipes…  with everything from chocolate crackles to honey joys, cupcakes to slices, birthday cakes to savoury snacks!

A collage of kids party food recipes.

When it comes to kids party food recipes… the old fashioned favourites are always the most popular! This collection of recipes includes all the good old classics, as well as some fun new kids party food recipes.

Planning your little ones party food has never been easier (or yummier!)

Party Treats

Tiny Teddy Racing Cars

These Tiny Teddy Racing Cars are so cute and they’re totally easy to put together – the kids could make them all by themselves (in fact, that could be a fun party activity!)

Tiny Teddy Racing Cars Recipe

These super cute Tiny Teddy Racing Cars are the ultimate in kids party food! Made from Milky Ways, Smarties and Tiny Teddies, these quick and easy cars are always a hit!

These super cute Tiny Teddy Racing Cars are the ultimate in kids party food! Made from Milky Ways, Smarties and Tiny Teddies, these quick and easy cars are always a hit!These super cute Tiny Teddy Racing Cars are the ultimate in kids party food! Made from Milky Ways, Smarties and Tiny Teddies, these quick and easy cars are always a hit!

Tic Toc Tea Cup Biscuits

Sweet little tea cups – what child could resist? For years these have been my go-to recipe for kids parties, baby showers and class parties as they are just so SUPER CUTE!

Tic Toc Tea Cup Biscuits Recipe

The cutest Tic Tic Tea Cup Biscuits made from Tic Tocs, marshmallows, Freckles and musk Life Savers… includes a step by step guide to make these kids party food favourites!

A close up of a pink iced biscuit, topped with a marshmallow and chocolate freckle to look like a mini tea cupA close up of a pink iced biscuit, topped with a marshmallow and chocolate freckle to look like a mini tea cup

Coconut Ice

This ever popular sweet is made traditionally with a pink and a white layer. Quick and easy to prepare, you’ll have it mixed minutes! It can be made ahead of party day too!

Coconut Ice Recipe

A classic sweet Coconut Ice recipe made with icing sugar, desiccated coconut and sweetened condensed milk that takes just 10 minutes to prepare! The perfect slice for fetes, fundraisers and bake sales. 

Pink and white coconut ice.Pink and white coconut ice.

Chocolate Crackles

This classic Australian recipe takes only 10 minutes to make AND the kids can help. Any kids party planner would be remiss to not include these iconic chocolate crackles!

Chocolate Crackles Recipe

This chocolate crackles recipe is a simple recipe made with delicate rice bubbles, rich cocoa, icing sugar, copha, and desiccated coconut. An easy dessert recipe that is the ultimate party food!

Close view of cracklesClose view of crackles

Honey Joys

Another iconic treat! Honey Joys are a simple and budget-friendly treat that simply are a must-have at any Australian kids party!

Honey Joys Recipe

Honey Joys are crunchy and sweet little morsels that have been part of Australian culture for decades. With the goodness of Corn Flakes, honey, butter and sugar, they couldn’t be easier to make!

A honey joy in a yellow paper case.A honey joy in a yellow paper case.

Honey Jumbles

Soft, honey spiced finger biscuits topped with pink and white icing are another iconic Aussie bake! Looking as cute as they do, they are always popular as a sweet party food!

Honey Jumbles Recipe

Honey Jumbles are an iconic Australian biscuit! Sweet and lightly spiced honey biscuits topped with pink and white icing!

Pink and white icing on top of honey log biscuits.Pink and white icing on top of honey log biscuits.

Clinkers Rocky Road

What little hands could resist reaching out for a piece of this chocolate rocky road filled with marshmallows and crunchy candys? Just chop, mix and chill!

Clinkers Rocky Road Recipe

Our famous Clinkers Rocky Road is the only rocky road recipe you’ll ever need! Made from milk chocolate, raspberry lollies, marshmallows and Clinkers… and ready in less than 10 minutes!!

A plate of Clinkers rocky road.A plate of Clinkers rocky road.

Gummi Bear & Popping Candy Rocky Road

Taking just 10 minutes to make, and stuffed full of chewy lollies and bursts of popping candy that crackle as you eat it, this rocky road is the most fun you will ever eat!

Gummi Bear & Popping Candy Rocky Road Recipe

A super fun Gummi Bear & Popping Candy Rocky Road recipe with fluffy marshmallows and mini chocolate M&Ms.

A piece of rocky road with mini M&Ms, gummi bears, marshmallows and popping candy.A piece of rocky road with mini M&Ms, gummi bears, marshmallows and popping candy.

Kid Friendly Rum Balls

These 5 minute rum balls (without rum!) make another irresistible party food item, and it’s not just by the little kids – watch the ‘big’ kids sneak one or two as well!

Kid-Friendly Rum Balls Recipe

Super easy and kid-friendly rum balls made from crushed biscuits, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa and coconut and ready in just 5 minutes. This is a great recipe to make with the kids (and great for school lunch box treats). 

No-Bake Rum Balls made with coconut, biscuits, condensed milk and cocoa powder.No-Bake Rum Balls made with coconut, biscuits, condensed milk and cocoa powder.

Easy Milo Balls

Can you get any more Australian than the familiar green tin of Milo? This chocolate malted milk powder is a staple item in every worthy pantry cupboard and loved by all!

Easy Milo Balls Recipe

These super easy Milo Balls are sure to be a hit with the littlest people in your home! Just 4 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time… they’re just so simple!

A bowl filled with coconut covered balls with a Milo tin in the background.A bowl filled with coconut covered balls with a Milo tin in the background.

Slices

Chocolate Rice Bubble Slice

A crunchy chocolate and puffed rice base, topped with a layer of melted chocolate, takes just 10 minutes to prepare and I guarantee the the kids will love to help make it!

Chocolate Rice Bubble Slice Recipe

A classic no-bake Chocolate Rice Bubble Slice made using just FOUR ingredients!!!!

Chocolate rice krispie slice with sprinkles.Chocolate rice krispie slice with sprinkles.

Mars Bar Slice

Always a favourite, this no-bake Mars Bar Slice recipe couldn’t be easier to make… with just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time. The crunchy chocolate caramel slice makes a popular sweet treat at parties for young and old!

Mars Bar Slice Recipe

Everyone’s favourite no-bake Mars Bar Slice recipe couldn’t be easier to make… with just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time.

Mars Bar SliceMars Bar Slice

Chocolate Crunchie Slice

What child could resist a little square of crunchy honeycomb and chocolate?! This no bake Chocolate Crunchie slice can be made a few days ahead to make prepping easier on the big day.

Chocolate Crunchie Slice Recipe

Everyone’s favourite no-bake Chocolate Crunchie Slice takes just 10 minutes to make and tastes AMAZING! Chunks of crunchy honeycomb in a biscuit base, then topped with a layer of creamy milk chocolate.

Squares of Crunchie slice with bursts of honeycomb through, and topped with a layer of milk chocolate.Squares of Crunchie slice with bursts of honeycomb through, and topped with a layer of milk chocolate.

Clinkers Slice

With colourful little chunks of chocolate coated candy, this Clinkers slice recipe is a popular treat for kids parties. Just a packet of Clinkers and a few other basic ingredients are needed for this easy no bake slice.

Clinkers Slice Recipe

No-bake and so simple… this Clinkers Slice recipe really is the best thing ever! A super easy 10 minute recipe that everyone will love!

A bowl filled with chocolate Clinkers slice.A bowl filled with chocolate Clinkers slice.

Rice Bubble Marshmallow Slice

Get the kids in the kitchen to melt, mix and chill this easy no bake slice. Homemade rice krispie squares taste just like LCM bars and make a great party food!

Rice Bubble Marshmallow Slice Recipe

Sweet, creamy and crunchy Rice Bubble Marshmallow Slice is made using only 3 ingredientsrice bubbles (or rice krispies), marshmallows and butterand takes just 5 minutes to prepare.

A stack of 3 pieces of marshmallow slice with puffed rice.A stack of 3 pieces of marshmallow slice with puffed rice.

Healthy Coco Pop Bars

Naturally sweetened with honey, these coco bars only take 5 minutes and one bowl to throw together, and they make a healthier alternative to store-bought coco pop bars at a party.

Coco Bars Recipe

Made with only 6 ingredients including chia seeds, cacao and coconut, these delicious coco bars are the perfect lunch or after school treat!

coco pop bars stacked on a platecoco pop bars stacked on a plate

Healthy LCM Bars

Another similar party food option to my marshmallow rice bubble slice, but this one is made using honey and a little coconut oil instead of marshmallows – take your pick!

Healthy LCM Bars Recipe

A simple 4 ingredient recipe for making healthy LCM Bars at home using just honey, rice bubbles, coconut oil and sprinkles!

Two pieces of rice bubble slice with 100s and 1000s on a blue and white plate.Two pieces of rice bubble slice with 100s and 1000s on a blue and white plate.

Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

The smooth flavour of peanut butter mixed with mini marshmallows is just heavenly! And this no bake slice looks so pretty it makes it even more irresistible to little hands!

Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares Recipe

The BEST homemade 4 ingredient Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares… creamy chocolate bars filled with mini marshmallows!

Creamy peanut butter slice filled with colourful mini marshmallows.Creamy peanut butter slice filled with colourful mini marshmallows.

Easy Jelly Slice

Always a favourite…this classic triple layer jelly slice is made with a crushed biscuit base, a creamy filling and a raspberry jelly topping, making it the perfect party food!

Jelly Slice Recipe

A super easy Jelly Slice recipe that the whole family will LOVE! This classic favourite is so simple to make… and equally as delicious to eat!!

Raspberry cheesecake jelly slice on a white cake stand.Raspberry cheesecake jelly slice on a white cake stand.

Weet-Bix Slice

A delicious baked chocolate slice covered in milk chocolate and dotted with chocolate Freckles. A budget friendly party treat that can be prepped and baked in half an hour.

Weet-Bix Slice Recipe

My super easy Weet-Bix Slice is always a hit with the kids! Perfect for lunch boxes or an after school treat! 

A Freckle on top of a piece of chocolate slice.A Freckle on top of a piece of chocolate slice.

Wagon Wheel Marshmallow Slice

This simple Marshmallow Slice tastes just like a classic Australian Wagon Wheel biscuit… but as a whole delicious slice! A guaranteed hit at kids parties!

Wagon Wheel Marshmallow Slice Recipe

This easy Wagon Wheel Marshmallow Slice will have you coming back for more and more! A yummy base covered in raspberry jam, marshmallows and chocolate!

Pink and white marshmallows on a biscuit base with jam and chocolate.Pink and white marshmallows on a biscuit base with jam and chocolate.

M&M Brownies

Packed full of crunchy and colourful chocolate M&M’s, this brownie is simply delicious! Made entirely from scratch, this easy brownie can be ready to eat in just 35 minutes.

M&M Chocolate Brownie Slice Recipe

This chewy chocolate M&M Brownies Slice recipe is packed full of crunchy chocolate M&M’s and is simply delicious!

Front view of a stack of brownies with M&Ms and sparkler in backgroundFront view of a stack of brownies with M&Ms and sparkler in background

Party Cakes

Best Chocolate Mud Cake

Covered in the sweetest and creamiest frosting, add whatever decorations you like for a delicious birthday cake. So rich, you only need a small slice so it’s perfect for a crowd!

The BEST Chocolate Mud Cake Recipe

You only need one chocolate mud cake recipe… and this is it! It really is the best chocolate mud cake recipe ever! Dense, rich and oh-so-delicious!

A slice of rich mud cake with chocolate frosting and blueberries on a white plate.A slice of rich mud cake with chocolate frosting and blueberries on a white plate.

What kid could resist this delightful party cake! Soft, chewy and filled with goodies on the inside, once your cookie cake is baked, decorate to your heart’s desire with buttercream frosting, sprinkles, candles – you name it!

Giant Cookie Cake Recipe

A giant cookie cake recipe made with M&Ms, chocolate chips and sprinkles, this dessert cake recipe is the perfect party food! Baked in the oven then frosted with buttercream, this easy cookie cake is ready in just 35 minutes.

A giant cookie cake recipe made with M&Ms, chocolate chips and sprinkles, baked in the oven and then frosted with buttercream. The perfect party food!A giant cookie cake recipe made with M&Ms, chocolate chips and sprinkles, baked in the oven and then frosted with buttercream. The perfect party food!

Ultimate Buttercake With Buttercream Frosting

Deliciously moist and fluffy, and with sweet buttercream on top, this ultimate butter cake recipe makes a perfect base for a decorated birthday cake! You can even make this cake ahead of time, freeze, then thaw and add buttercream on the day – simple!

The Ultimate Butter Cake Recipe with Buttercream Frosting Recipe

The ultimate classic butter cake recipe with buttercream frosting… the perfect cake for birthdays, school lunch box treats, cake stall fundraisers or delicious morning teas. 

A cake with pink icing on a round cake trayA cake with pink icing on a round cake tray

M&M Chocolate Cake

This is literally the easiest birthday cake you will ever make! I use my melt and mix chocolate cake recipe but you could totally use a store-bought chocolate cake if you’re short on time, then go wild with the M&M decorating!

Super Easy M&Ms Chocolate Cake Recipe

This M&Ms chocolate cake is the perfect birthday cake! It’s so simple to make and looks amazing decorated with chocolate biscuits, frosting & M&Ms!

This M&Ms chocolate cake is the perfect birthday cake! It's so simple to make and looks amazing. Decorated with chocolate biscuits, frosting & M&Ms... this is sure to be a hit!This M&Ms chocolate cake is the perfect birthday cake! It's so simple to make and looks amazing. Decorated with chocolate biscuits, frosting & M&Ms... this is sure to be a hit!

Super Easy Chocolate Cake

Topped with a simple chocolate icing and colourful sprinkles, this super easy chocolate cake is the perfect celebration cake for birthday parties and other celebrations.

Super Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe

Say hello to the BEST quick and easy chocolate cake from scratch recipe! Made in a sheet pan, this single layer cake is fluffy, moist and completely delicious – AND it only takes 35 minutes to make.

finished chocolate cake on a wooden boardfinished chocolate cake on a wooden board

Little Cupcakes

Vanilla Cupcakes

A foolproof and easy vanilla cupcake recipe is an absolute essential for kids parties… and this recipe is exactly that! Moist, soft and fluffy – and ready in just a few minutes!

Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

Our famous vanilla cupcakes are light, fluffy and so easy to make… top them with creamy buttercream for the perfect birthday party cupcakes, lunch box treat or bake sale favourites.

A cupcake with white icing and coloured sprinkles that has been cut and more cupcakes in the background.A cupcake with white icing and coloured sprinkles that has been cut and more cupcakes in the background.

Chocolate Cupcakes

Get the kids to help with the decorations on these tempting little chocolate cupcakes! Using basic baking ingredients, they can be prepped and baked in around 30 minutes!

Quick & Easy Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

Our famous chocolate cupcakes with chocolate fudge frosting really are the best! So simple to make and perfect for birthday parties.

Our famous chocolate cupcakes with chocolate fudge frosting really are the best! So simple to make and perfect for birthday parties.Our famous chocolate cupcakes with chocolate fudge frosting really are the best! So simple to make and perfect for birthday parties.

Butterfly Cakes

There’s something special about these cute and old-fashioned butterfly cakes. I remember as a child thinking how magical and cute they were, yet, in reality, they’re actually one of the easiest baking recipes you could ever make!

Butterfly Cakes Recipe

Sweet and simple butterfly cakes made with light, fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with jam and cream and ready in under 30 minutes.

A butterfly cake dusted with icing sugar on a floral plate.A butterfly cake dusted with icing sugar on a floral plate.

Mini Cupcakes

A dainty version of the popular classic cupcakes, these mini cupcakes are the ideal size for little hands and little tummies. Whip up a batch of 24 mini cupcakes in less than half an hour!

Mini Cupcakes Recipe

Super cute little Mini Cupcakes topped with vanilla buttercream! Perfect for birthday parties and school lunch boxes!

Little mini cupcakes topped with vanilla buttercream and decorative flowers.Little mini cupcakes topped with vanilla buttercream and decorative flowers.

Cookies & Biscuits

Smarties Cookies

Made with basic ingredients, these cookies look ultra tempting with colourful Smarties throughout! To be super organised you can prep and freeze either baked cookies or unbaked cookie dough!

Smarties Cookies Recipe

The EASIEST & most DELICIOUS Smarties Cookies! Perfect for lunch boxes, kids snacks and morning tea.

Soft and chewy cookies topped with colourful Smarties on a white plate.Soft and chewy cookies topped with colourful Smarties on a white plate.

Easy Sugar Cookies

Make some light and crispy sugar cookies with this simple recipe – such a fun activity to do with the kids when prepping for a party! Or bake and freeze them un-iced if you want to be super organised – just thaw and decorate the day before the big event!

Easy Sugar Cookies Recipe

A super easy sugar cookies recipe that is perfect for cutting into shapes (NO spreading!) and for decorating with royal icing or a simple glaze.

Sugar cookies cut out into shapes and decorated with royal icing.Sugar cookies cut out into shapes and decorated with royal icing.

Savoury Party Food

Mini Quiche Lorraine

Ready to eat in just 30 minutes, these crispy mini quiche lorraine’s make a quick, simple and classic party finger-food treat that both ‘big’ and little kids can’t resist!

Mini Quiche Lorraine Recipe

Mini Quiche Lorraine are delicious, bite-sized morsels with flaky pastry and a tasty filling. They’re a kid-approved, quick and easy snack for a lunchbox or nibbles platter!

A small round ramekin filled with golden mini quiche lorraineA small round ramekin filled with golden mini quiche lorraine

Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls

Stock up the freezer pre-party with these homemade puff pastry sausage rolls. You can’t beat the flavour of homemade sausage rolls, just make sure there’s plenty of tomato sauce to dip them in!

Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls Recipe

These easy puff pastry sausage rolls are such a family favourite! Freezer-friendly and super quick – this is sure to become your go-to sausage roll recipe.

Crispy pork sausage rolls cooling on a wire rack.Crispy pork sausage rolls cooling on a wire rack.

Vegetarian Sausage Rolls

We all love a classic sausage roll, however these easy lentil sausage rolls with their cheese and veggie-packed filling are a delicious meat-free alternative. Try them, I’m sure you will be amazed at just how very tasty they are!

Vegetarian Sausage Rolls Recipe

Packed with veggies and lentils, these vegetarian sausage rolls are nutritious and perfect for easy lunches, snacks and lunch boxes. Ready to eat in 45 mins!

Vegetable sausage rolls in a bowl.Vegetable sausage rolls in a bowl.

Chicken, Bacon & Cheese Sausage Rolls

These bite-sized snacks are so good, make a double batch to freeze some for lunch boxes and easy meals, as well as for yummy party food on the day! Who can resist flaky, crispy puff pastry sausage rolls?!

Chicken, Bacon & Cheese Sausage Rolls Recipe

For the ultimate party food snack, you can’t beat a batch of Chicken, Bacon & Cheese Sausage Rolls. Packed full of delicious cheese and bacon flavours encased in golden crunchy, flakey puff pastry.

Chicken savoury pastries on a blue tea towel.Chicken savoury pastries on a blue tea towel.

Healthy Veggie Chicken Nuggets

Homemade and oven baked, what can be better than that? These veggie and chicken nuggets make great party finger food and are totally kid-friendly and adult approved!

Veggie Chicken Nuggets Recipe

These homemade veggie chicken nuggets are crispy, crunchy and completely delicious! Featuring a juicy chicken mince and vegetable filling and coated in panko breadcrumbs, they are oven baked to crispy perfection and make a healthy addition to any dinner.

A bowl of healthy vegetable chicken nuggets.A bowl of healthy vegetable chicken nuggets.

Oven Baked Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Forget about bland and processed store-bought frozen chicken nuggets… it couldn’t be easier to make your own tasty chicken nuggets with just a few basic ingredients. They’ll be ready in half an hour!

Oven-Baked Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Crunchy oven-bake homemade chicken nuggets are a healthier version of everyone’s favourite snack!

A stack of golden crunchy rectangular nuggets with red tomato sauce in a white bowl.A stack of golden crunchy rectangular nuggets with red tomato sauce in a white bowl.





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