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 April 11, 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 DIY Shamrock Shake. 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 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 02 of 05 Easy Guacamole Dana Gallagher With 15 minutes of hands-on time, this easy guacamole assembles for a deliciously green appetizer. Adjust the amount of jalapeno to match your desired heat preferences. This recipe makes about two cups. Get the Recipe 03 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 04 of 05 Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies The most challenging part of making these cookies will be allowing the dough to chill overnight before diving into these soft, chewy, and flavorful treats. The chill time prevents the dough from being too sticky to roll. Create festive shapes and top them with green frosting after the cookies cool. Get the Recipe 05 of 05 Leprechaun Bark This fun Leprechaun bark has everything you want in a St. Patrick's Day dessert, from tiny marshmallows and chocolate-covered candies. Complete the dish with gold, green, or white sprinkles and candies that resemble mini hats. Get the Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit