Top Tips and Ideas For Kids Party Food

Vicki Atkin

Planning a kids birthday party can be daunting. You have to find the right venue, choose a theme, book an entertainer, and make or buy a birthday cake - not to mention feed up to 30+ kids! To make things easier for you, here are our top tips for a stress-free party food experience.

1. Prepare Ahead of Time.

To save time and reduce stress, prepare as much of the food ahead of time as you can. Order your food well in advance and make sure most of the cooking is done the day b

Baked goods like muffins, breads and cookies can all be made a few days in advance and stored until needed. Sandwiches can also be prepped in advance and kept in the refrigerator until it's time to serve them. Veggie platters and fruit platters can also be prepped the night before so that all you need to do is plate them up on the day.

2. Serve Bite-sized Snacks and Finger Foods.

To make your party enjoyable for everyone, provide items that are easy to eat, such as bite-sized snacks and finger foods. Place the items on a buffet style table and let the kids go up and choose their food. Mini sandwiches, pizza bites, vegetable sticks, fruit slices and cookies are all great options.

There are multiple supermarkets that offer party food to order, including delivery on the day! We've highlighted and linked in some to save you time in the future:

‍3. Include Healthy Options.

While it's tempting to go OTT on naughty food, it's important to balance it out with some healthy choices too! Include a vegetable platter with an assortment of fresh vegetables like carrots, bell peppers and cucumbers served with a yoghurt-based dip or hummus. A fruit platter with an assortment of seasonal fruits is also a great idea - just remember to chop grapes in half for safety!

Making popcorn at home is not only budget-friendly but also a healthier choice compared to store-bought options. When you prepare popcorn in advance, you get to choose the ingredients and customize flavors to your liking. It's a simple way to save money while making snack time more nutritious. You can find all the ingredients for this healthy party food in most supermarkets.

Enjoying homemade popcorn supports both your wallet and your well-being, giving you a tasty treat without the guilt. Take pleasure in crafting your own popcorn to boost your cooking skills and improve your overall lifestyle.

4. Find the Best Party Food Boxes

It's also important to pre-order party food boxes to allow kids or others to take food home with them on the day! There are a number of sites you can buy these from, including:

If all else fails, know that you always have your trusty local pizza shop that can get Margherita pizza over to you in a jiffy! A sure fire way to please all of your guests.

With these tips in mind, planning your child's birthday party doesn't have to be stressful! All you need is some preparation ahead of time and you'll be ready to host the perfect party!

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