30 Best Foods to Make for Your Kid’s Birthday Party

Practically too cute to handle, and better yet, easy to make.

Stuff these easy crafted containers with salty snacks, from pretzels and popcorn to cheese sticks.

Best news: It takes five minutes to whip up.

They’re designed for hungry little hands.

So. Darn. Brilliant.

Instant winners.

We just upped the ante on slice and bakes.

It’s the easiest layer cake you’ll ever encounter.

Aka. Thomas the Tank Engine.

You can’t go wrong with these cute bites.

For the sports-loving set.

Trick them into thinking it’s dessert.

We give you permission to pop a few while you’re making ’em.

Hungry, arrrrrrrrr-n’t you?

Remember Gru’s date with Shannon? Well, the kids will.

On the off-chance that potty humor is popular in your house.

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For the kid who loves mermaids.

Totally mom-approved.

It’s super easy to whip up a big batch.

They start with boxed cake mix, so all you’ve got to do is channel your inner Picasso.

Even cuter than the doughnut emoji.

So crunchy and crave-able, they won’t even know they’re eating vegetables.

Break these out on a hot summer day,

It’s cream cheese-based, so you don’t have to worry about raw eggs.

Tip: Make these ahead of time and re-heat them in the oven right before serving.

These colorful spirals are fun and filling.

Way easier than making a unicorn cake.

PSA: This is the best way to get kids to eat carrots.

Stegosaurus or T-Rex?

Go wild with the toppings.