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20 delicious healthy kids party food ideas

January 14, 2017 by Mandy Mazliah 20 Comments

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Are you looking for healthy kids party food? Here are 20 recipes and ideas to make your birthday celebrations delicious, healthy and fun.

healthy party food for kids

Baby S turns two this weekend! It's a cliché to say it but I really can't believe how quickly these two years have gone by.

I guess I need to stop calling him Baby S soon - although he'll always be the baby of the family (having three kids is definitely my limit!).

We're throwing a small birthday party for him and a few of his little friends. Because most of them are two or under I'm making a special effort to keep the party food as healthy as possible without too much sugar.

Do children's parties have to mean a sugar overload?

I thought about some of the birthday parties we've been to recently, which are usually for slightly older kids).

Although there's almost always healthier food such as fruits and veggies on offer, my kids have made a beeline for the crisps, sweets and chocolates.

fruit skewers on blue plate
(Pic by Eats Amazing)

How to create a birthday spread full of healthy party food

Making delicious food that looks like a treat yet is actually healthy can seem like a bit of a challenge.

However, it is definitely possible!

With the ideas below you'll have no trouble at all creating a spread that is full of healthy kids party food.

Colour can help

I like to make my party spreads as colourful as possible.

Fruit and vegetables are the perfect way to do this.

Rainbow salads, vegetables on skewers and brightly coloured dips always go down well with children so fill your party table with lots of those. 

watermelon doughnuts
(Pic by Fork and Beans)

Sprinkles make everything fun

If you want to add sprinkles think about making the watermelon doughnuts or healthier cake pops below rather than cupcakes and cookies.

Or if you want to do biscuits try my healthier recipe below - freeze dried strawberries and raspberries are good alternatives to sugary sprinkles.

What about healthy party food for babies?

Many of these healthy kids party food ideas are perfect for babies as well. If you're looking for ideas for a first birthday party or want younger siblings to be able to join in then you'll find something you like.

There's even a birthday cake below that's perfect for babies.

Tips for making healthy party food for babies

  • Create lots of colourful platters with fruits and veggies.
  • Keep baby safe by making sure that any choking hazards (eg grapes and cherry tomatoes) are sliced lengthways.
  • Keep them away from skewers.
  • Remember that honey should always be avoided by under ones.

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healthy party food ideas for kids

Here are 20 delicious and healthy kids party food ideas

NB: these healthy party food ideas are all vegetarian.

Savoury healthy party food ideas

1. Butternut squash cheese straws

butternut squash cheese straws on cooling rack

Use ready made puff pastry to make these easy cheese straws and add a portion of butternut squash to add a bit of extra veggie goodness. Get the recipe.

2. Skewers with avocado, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and basil

skewers - healthy kids party food

Chop the tomatoes in half and watch out for the pointy ends if serving these to little kids. See these and more lovely ideas from Feeding Little Monkeys over on her Instagram account. 

3. Courgette pizza bites

courgette pizza bites - healthy kids party food

A gorgeous way of making pizza a lot healthier from the talented Eats Amazing.

4. Sunny picnic quiches

mini quiches - healthy kids party food

I love these mini quiches from Fab Food 4 All.

5. Baby friendly hummus

homemade hummus for babies

Chop up some sticks of carrot, peppers and cucumber or serve with breadsticks for dipping. My hummus recipe is salt free, making it perfect for kids of all sizes. 

6. Mini pepper boats

mini pepper boats - healthy kids party food

A creative and fun way to serve up peppers by Eats Amazing.

7. Guacamole

guacamole in bowl

My guacamole recipe is easy to adapt. Depending on the age of the kids and their tastes you can leave out the chilli and salt and either leave this chunky or blend it up until it's smooth.

8. Cheesy breadsticks

cheesy breadsticks - healthy kids party food

Delicious homemade breadsticks by Everyday Healthy Recipes. 

Sweet healthy kids party food ideas

9. Healthy first birthday cake

healthy first birthday cake - healthy kids party food

This gorgeous cake from Healthy Little Foodies makes the perfect party centrepiece yet it's full of goodness and is sweetened only with fruit. Get the recipe.

10. Watermelon doughnuts

watermelon doughnuts - healthy kids party food

A gorgeous and creative way to make fruit the star of your party by Fork and Beans.

11. Chocolate coconut dipped satsumas

chocolate dipped satsumas - healthy kids party food

Jazz up a simple satsuma with this gorgeous recipe from My Fussy Eater. 

12. Fruit sweetened chocolate cherry muffins

chocolate cherry muffins - healthy kids party food

Chocolate muffins with a difference - these are naturally sweetened and packed full of goodness. Recipe by Tiny Tummy Tales.

13. Raw chocolate brownie cake pops

healthy cake pops in cup

No kid will be able to resist one of these healthy cake pops. Made with dates and nuts, the only added refined sugar is what you choose to coat them in. Use coconut for a healthier option. Get the recipe.

14. Pumpkin muffins with sweet potato frosting

hand holding healthy pumpkin muffin with sweet potato frosting

Sweetened with fruit, these pumpkin muffins with sweet potato frosting are a great choice for little ones.

15. Cornflake cakes

Healthier Chocolate Cornflake Cakes on board

Delicious chocolatey cornflake cakes - made without golden syrup.

16. Chocolate dipped fruit cones

chocolate dipped fruit cones - healthy kids party food

The prettiest way to serve up fruit from My Fussy Eater. Chop grapes in half for toddlers.

17. Rainbow fruit skewers

rainbow fruit skewers - healthy kids party food

These gorgeous rainbow fruit skewers by Eats Amazing would be perfect for any kids party. You could even get the kids to make these themselves as part of the party games. If serving to small children chop the grapes in half lengthways.

18. Ginger biscuits with passionfruit icing

ginger biscuits - healthy kids party food

Biscuit decorating is always popular at a party and if you use these healthy homemade ginger biscuits you can keep the sugar consumption to a minimum. Get the recipe.

19. Homemade raspberry chia jam tarts

healthy raspberry jam tarts on plate

Gorgeous jam tarts made with wholemeal spelt pastry and filled with raspberry chia jam. No refined sugar. Get the recipe. 

20. Chocolate cherry smoothie

chocolate cherry smoothie healthy kids party food

Don't forget the drinks! These chocolate cherry smoothies by Tiny Tummy Tales look divine - and you can turn any leftovers into ice lollies. 

If you're looking for more tips and ideas for your birthday party - in particular how to do it without breaking the bank - check out this post by Kidgredients.

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  1. Sophia

    November 14, 2019 at 9:22 am

    Lovely ideas and recipes, was just a little disappointed that there's no recipe for the banana biscuits.

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      November 14, 2019 at 9:35 am

      Hi Sophia, unfortunately that website no longer exists so I had to remove the link. I'll replace it with a different recipe. In the meantime this one looks good: https://mykidslickthebowl.com/basic-banana-oat-baby-cookies/

      Reply
  2. David

    April 14, 2018 at 11:04 am

    This is a great list of party food ideas. I love the chocolate dipped fruit cones.

    At our parties we create orange jelly ships. We cut oranges in half, scoop out the insides and use the juice to create some jelly and pour that into each orange half. Then we fridge them.

    We add in straws and masts for look, but children love them with and without!

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      April 15, 2018 at 1:15 pm

      Lovely sounding orange boats - thanks for your comment David!

      Reply
  3. Stacey Kemeys

    January 24, 2017 at 7:54 am

    Wow so many cute ideas! The fruit cones are simply gorgeous!!!

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 24, 2017 at 10:00 am

      Thanks Stacey!

      Reply
  4. The Peachicks Bakery

    January 22, 2017 at 9:38 pm

    Oh my goodness what fab ideas! The Peachicks would demolish each and every one of these! Thanks for sharing! x

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  5. Hijacked by Twins

    January 19, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    What a lovely round up of healthy alternatives for kids. The twins would love them all! x #CookBlogShare

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 22, 2017 at 9:13 pm

      Oh to have time to make them all before a party!

      Reply
  6. De Tout Coeur Limousin

    January 18, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    lots of healthy options for everyone to enjoy - yum πŸ™‚

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 22, 2017 at 9:13 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  7. Eb Gargano

    January 17, 2017 at 5:59 pm

    Oh what lovely ideas...I have this nasty feeling that if my kids were presented with them, they would make a beeline for the crisps, sweets and chocolates too!! Me on the other hand - I'd definitely go for this little lot - you'll find me with the breadsticks, cheese straws and dips. I wish they did this kind of healthy food at adult parties too - I go resolving to eat well and then someone puts the crisp bowl in front of me and that's it! Thanks for linking up to #CookBlogShare πŸ™‚ Eb x

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 17, 2017 at 9:31 pm

      Oh yes, I'm all about the savoury snacks too and crisps are just lethal. I bought some vegetable crisps for S's party on Sunday and it had the desired effect that the kids didn't even try them - but it did mean I ate more than I should have!

      Reply
  8. Sarah James

    January 17, 2017 at 3:19 pm

    What a lovely collection of recipes Mandy, there can be far too many sugary treats at a party and it's a great idea to include healthy treats that are just as tasty. I love the birthday cake that's naturally sweetened with fruit. I bet your son and his friends had a lovely time.

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 17, 2017 at 4:31 pm

      Thanks Sarah, they did have a lovely party and being two-year-olds they are too small to expect Haribo etc at a party yet!

      Reply
  9. Monika Dabrowski

    January 17, 2017 at 11:48 am

    This is a lovely collection of recipes, Mandy, it reminds me of my own efforts to make healthy child friendly party dishes for my children when whey were younger. Thank you so much for including my breadsticks:) Happy Birthday to Baby S!

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 17, 2017 at 2:28 pm

      Thanks Monika - we managed to have a healthy party apart from some chocolate fingers! The kids had one each πŸ™‚

      Reply
  10. Feed_me_mama

    January 16, 2017 at 10:37 am

    Fab!! Have a fab party for your littlest xx

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 17, 2017 at 10:32 am

      Thanks lovely! He had a great time x

      Reply

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