Holidays & Entertaining 5 St. Patrick's Day Snacks Better Than a Pot of Gold These homemade St. Patrick’s Day snacks are sure to make your little ones’ holiday—and give you ideas for treats, too. By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 16, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Dawn Perry The best way to get in the Irish spirit on March 17 is to snack on St. Patrick's Day treats all day. (Irish desserts work too!) We created five fun St. Patrick's Day snacks for kids and adults alike, including a spicy Chex Mix and a rainbow puppy chow. Though you can whip up healthy St. Patrick's Day snacks (healthy green-colored snacks include kale chips or an herby yogurt dip), we prefer more traditional St. Patrick's Day party food and treats—you know, the sweet-and-salty stuff you can't put down. Is It St. Patty or St. Paddy? Chances Are, You're Getting it All Wrong 01 of 05 DIY Shamrock Shake Sarah Karnasiewicz Our homemade take on the St. Patrick's Day-themed treat from McDonald's maintains the famous green color and minty flavor of the tasty favorite without food coloring and corn syrup. It's a St. Patrick's Day snack everyone can enjoy. Get the Recipe 02 of 05 St. Patrick's Day Snack Mix Dawn Perry This golden snack mix is what we wish to find at the end of the rainbow. Use your favorite crunchy corn or rice-based cereal and whatever nuts your kids like—be sure the mixture totals six cups. Get the Recipe 03 of 05 St. Patrick's Day Rice Krispies Treats Dawn Perry The secret to our Shamrock Rice Krispies treats is using more marshmallows than you expect. It keeps them tender and chewy even after a couple of days, meaning you can make this snack ahead of St. Paddy's Day. To make these green treats extra festive, lightly coat a cookie cutter with a little nonstick spray before punching out shapes. Hot tip: Use this same method for other holiday-themed Rice Krispies treats throughout the year. Get the Recipe 04 of 05 Puppy Chow for St. Patrick's Day Dawn Perry How do you bait a leprechaun? With Leprechaun Chow, of course! This St. Patrick's Day snack is good when the ingredient list includes Lucky Charms, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and chocolate. A few fun mix-ins make it even more magical for kids and adults. Get the Recipe 05 of 05 Mini Irish Soda Bread Dawn Perry What's better than traditional Irish soda bread slathered with plenty of salted butter? These mini Irish soda bread. Reminiscent of a scone, these little biscuits are perfect right out of the oven or cooled with a dollop of jam. Either way, serve with a proper cup of tea. Get the Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit