This post is about St. Patrick's Day food.
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Celebrating St. Patrick's Day is always a good time, but finding the right food options can be tricky. We did all the heavy lifting for you by sharing food ideas & recipes to copy!
Whether you are looking for finger food, breakfast, or desserts, this list of St. Patrick's Day food has it all. We included some of the most popular staples as well as some unique food ideas. Let's dive in!
This post is about St. Patrick's Day Food.
St. Patrick's Day: Finger Food
1. Guinness Beer Cheese Dip
Beer cheese dip are such a staple in our house. This one has a twist on using Guinness for the beer to stick with the theme! You can use this dip for anything like pretzel bites or bread! This is a great appetizer that can be left out for a crowd to munch on!
2. Shamrock Shaped Quesadillas
Keep it simple with your normal quesadilla recipe because the shape is what ties in the theme! Here is a shamrock shaped cutter from Amazon with great reviews! This is an amazing option if you're looking for something quick to make!
3. Irish Nachos
Not like our "normal" nachos! This recipe uses potatoes, bacon, and cheese as the main ingredients! This is a perfect appetizer to feed a group of people, and the recipe is super easy to follow!
4. Lucky Leprechaun Deviled Eggs
Just like normal deviled eggs, but with a green touch! You just need to add in green food coloring to get your deviled eggs perfect for the theme. Deviled eggs are a great food option that you can make earlier in the day for your group!
5. Guinness Beef Sliders
Pulled pork sliders, but with a twist (beer)! This recipe gives you a step by step walk through! This is a great option for finger food that can feed a group of people, and it's so delicious!
6. Irish Flag Caprese Skewers
Similar to regular caprese skewers with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil! The only difference is swapping red tomatoes for orange tomatoes to match the Irish flag colors. This appetizer takes barely any time to make, and you can prep it earlier in the day!
7. Crispy Zucchini Chips With Garlic Aioli
A healthier option for St. Patrick's Day finger food is always great! These zucchini chips are perfect for the green theme! This recipe also shares one for a delicious dipping sauce to go with the chips!
St. Patrick's Day Food: Breakfast
8. Irish Coffee Pancakes with Whiskey Syrup
Love this classic breakfast idea with small changes to make it be a St. Patrick's Day themed food option! If you haven't tried whiskey syrup yet, you are missing out! This is a great elevated option for the young adults!
9. Green Bagels
Bagels are a perfect brunch option! Keep it simple with cream cheese & bagels, but make the bagels green! This recipe is also vegan, so everyone can enjoy it!
10. Lucky Charms Pancakes
This is a super popular St. Patrick's Day food breakfast option! A classic pancake breakfast with a twist will be a crowd favorite especially with the kids! The lucky charms and green food coloring make it the perfect St. Patrick's Day breakfast idea!
11. Green Smoothie Bowl
Make your usual smoothie recipe, but throw in some spinach! Spinach adds little to no taste while changing the color to green. If you are hosting several people for brunch or family members, you could always do multiple mini green smoothies!
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12. Shamrock Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon rolls but in the shape of a shamrock is the cutest breakfast! If you are cooking for the whole family, this is a great option. The kiddos will especially love this one because it's a breakfast favorite.
13. Spinach & Cheese Omelet
Keep it simple and make an omelet! Use cheese & spinach to stay on theme with the green while enjoying a healthy breakfast. This is a perfect option for the adult crowd that prefers to keep it simple and healthy!
14. Shamrock Eggs
Such a simple St. Patrick's Day green food option! Make your normal fried eggs, but add in some green from a bell pepper! This recipe is perfect to make if you are cooking for a few people! On top of all that it's still a healthier breakfast option!
15. Shamrock Avocado Toast
Avocado toast is already perfect because of the green color, but you could take it up a notch! Use a shamrock shaped cutter, so your toast is shaped as a shamrock! I love this idea if you want to stick to your normal breakfast, but still want to be a little festive!
St. Patrick's Day Food: Desserts
16. Shamrock Sugar Cookies
Sugar cookies are such a common dessert, but this one is much more fun because of the shape and color! Here is a shamrock cookie cutter that would work great! This dessert works perfect for a crowd of people and for the kids!
17. Baileys Irish Cream Brownies
Love this idea especially if you're hosting a party! Unlike all the brownie recipes, this one has an amazing twist with Baileys Irish cream! If you haven't had Baileys Irish cream, you are missing out! I will absolutely be adding this recipe to my list.
18. Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats
Everyone loves lucky charms! This is such a great St. Patrick's Day food for kids option! Love this food idea if you're looking for something easy & something that can be prepped ahead! This also works well for the kids to share with their friends!
19. Green Velvet Cupcakes
If you're looking for St. Patrick's Day green food, this is the perfect dessert! These cupcakes are the perfect green for the holiday! Finish them off with some green sprinkles! Cupcakes work well for parties and especially kids!
20. Leprechaun Popcorn
One of my absolute favorite St. Patrick's Day food desserts! You don't need a ton of ingredients & it doesn't take long to make! You could also make this the night before to help with timing! This is the perfect mix of savory & sweet!
21. Irish Puppy Chow
Puppy chow is a crowd pleaser, but make it St. Patrick's Day themed food by adding in green & orange! I love this idea especially when you need to prep food ahead. This is a great option to make the night before!
I understand all the stress that comes with hosting, so this post of food ideas was intended to take some of that off of you! If you are looking for green inspired cocktails, this cucumber basil gin cocktail is a perfect option!
I didn't want to just include ideas, so I made sure to share recipes as well. This should save you all the time whether you are looking for food inspiration or specific recipes for St. Patrick's Day!
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