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!
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!)
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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 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!
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 are an iconic Australian biscuit! Sweet and lightly spiced honey biscuits topped with pink and white icing!
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!
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!!
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.
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!
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).
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!
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!
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!!!!
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!
Everyone’s favourite no-bake Mars Bar Slice recipe couldn’t be easier to make… with just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes prep time.
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.
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.
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!
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 ingredients – rice bubbles (or rice krispies), marshmallows and butter – and takes just 5 minutes to prepare.
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.
Made with only 6 ingredients including chia seeds, cacao and coconut, these delicious coco bars are the perfect lunch or after school treat!
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!
A simple 4 ingredient recipe for making healthy LCM Bars at home using just honey, rice bubbles, coconut oil and sprinkles!
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!
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!
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!!
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.
My super easy Weet-Bix Slice is always a hit with the kids! Perfect for lunch boxes or an after school treat!
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!
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!
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!
Giant Cookie Cake
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
Sweet and simple butterfly cakes made with light, fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with jam and cream and ready in under 30 minutes.
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!
Super cute little Mini Cupcakes topped with vanilla buttercream! Perfect for birthday parties and school lunch boxes!
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!
The EASIEST & most DELICIOUS Smarties Cookies! Perfect for lunch boxes, kids snacks and morning tea.
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!
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.
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 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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!