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30 St. Paddy's Snacks To Help Prevent A Green Beer Hangover

Get lucked up this year.

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a tray of sliders made with hawaiian rolls, corned beef, sauerkraut, and swiss cheese
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

We’re obviously big proponents of making elaborate meals to celebrate all the best food holidays, and we’ve got lots of options for everything from ham to lamb to grilled chicken that’ll keep you inspired all year long. For St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve got you set with recipes for corned beef & cabbage, sausages & champ, shepherd’s pie…but what if you’re uh, not really the type of person to make a whole big thing? Doesn’t mean you should skip out on the food altogether! Even if you’re not going to spend all day cooking, you still need something to nosh on, especially if you’re planning on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a variety of cocktails and beer (as you should!) These 30 St. Paddy’s Day snacks are just the thing. Hot tip: they’re perfect for kid’s parties too.

We love a theme, so of course we’re sticking with all things green and Irish-inspired for this list. We’ve got some options here that are over-the-top cute, like our shamrockuterie board, our pot o’ gold brownie cups, our pull-apart shamrock, and our Irish potato candy (don't worry, no potatoes were harmed in the making of this confection). We’ve also included some no-brainer crowd-pleasers that have just a little nod to the season, like our avocado-hummus, our potato skin bites, our beer cheese dip, and our Reuben pinwheels. Need something extra simple that’ll easily serve a crowd? Go with our Irish nachos, our leprechaun bait, our classic Chex mix, or our Reuben nachos. Whatever you do, just don’t skip the snacks, and try and drink a little water in between all that green beer and whiskey, okay?

Want even more St. Paddy’s day inspiration? Check out our top St. Patrick’s Day appetizers, cocktails, and desserts too.

1

Corned Beef & Cabbage Sliders

a tray of sliders made with hawaiian rolls, corned beef, sauerkraut, and swiss cheese
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

One of the most classic pairings for corned beef is, of course, cabbage, so in honor of this iconic St. Patrick’s day duo, these corned beef sliders pack all of those festive flavors into a bite-size package. They're easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.

Get the Corned Beef & Cabbage Sliders recipe.

2

Leprechaun Bait

leprechaun bait
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI

We went with Lucky Charms and green M&M's for added St. Paddy's Day flair, but like any party mix, this is completely customizable! Feel free to get creative with this mix, but whatever you do, don't forget the green. 😉

Get the Leprechaun Bait recipe.

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3

Parmesan Bread Bites

parmesan bread bites topped with honey drizzle
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

If you're a fan of garlic knots, this recipe is basically bite-size snack version, covered in gooey cheese, garlic butter, and fresh herbs. Though technically optional, we highly recommend drizzling these bites with hot honey for a delicious balance of savory, spicy, and a touch of sweet.

Get the Parmesan Bread Bites recipe.

4

Shamrockuterie Board

decked out board is loaded with corned beef, irish cheddar, kettle cooked potato chips, hard pretzels, rainbow bagel chips, and fresh veggies then surrounded by baby gherkin pickles, grainy mustard, sauerkraut, and dip stuffed bell peppers
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Some holidays are all about an elaborate feast, but others are more about lining your tummy for a legendary bar crawl. St. Patrick's Day is the latter, and whether you're hosting the green beer pregame or the main event, this shamrockuterie board is the perfect snack to keep the party going all weekend long.

Get the Shamrockuterie Board recipe.

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5

Pot O' Gold Cups

pot o gold cups with sprinkles
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI

If the end of the rainbow led to these mini desserts, honestly we wouldn't be disappointed in the slightest. They're made from box brownie mix (although you can make homemade brownies if you prefer), then decorated with whipped cream "clouds," a candy rainbow belt, and gold sprinkles. Have fun with it!

Get the Pot O' Gold Cups recipe.

6

Reuben Pinwheels

swirled corned beef and pastry pinwheels with russian dressing
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

If you think Reuben sandwiches are great, then these crispy Reuben pinwheels are the easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ve been searching for. Made with store-bought buttery puff pastry and layered with corned beef, gooey Swiss cheese, creamy thousand island dressing, and crunchy sauerkraut, these bites have everything you love about the classic sandwich in a party-ready shape.

Get the Reuben Pinwheels recipe.

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7

Reuben Nachos

reuben nachos
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

We’re big fans of a classic Reuben sandwich—the flavor combo works so well, we’re turning it into ridiculously fun nachos. Whether you need a St. Patrick’s Day party snack, or are just looking for something to do with leftover corned beef (we can relate!), this recipe is for you.

Get the Reuben Nachos recipe.

8

Irish Potato Candy

irish potato candy
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Don’t worry, this confection from Philadelphia only looks like cute little potatoes, and actually contains no spuds at all! Imagine the texture of a chocolate truffle but with cream cheese, coconut, and vanilla instead. The outside is coated in ground cinnamon, giving it an uncanny likeness to the real thing.

Get the Irish Potato Candy recipe.

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9

Herby Baked Falafel Bites with Spicy Mint Tahini Dip

baked falafel bites with spicy tahini dip
EMILY HLAVAC GREEN

Pistachios, mint, cilantro, dill, and parsley combine to turn these falafel a celebratory bright green (perfect for the holidays, springtime, etc.). Bonus: These are baked, not fried, for less mess.

Get the Herby Baked Falafel Bites with Spicy Mint Tahini Dip recipe.

10

Pull-Apart Shamrock

pull apart biscuits covered in herbs shaped like a shamrock
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We're all about making our own luck, and what better way to do that this St. Patrick's Day than with your own (delicious) shamrock? This pull-apart appetizer uses pizza dough and mozzarella sticks to create a shamrock-shaped appetizer that will get any party started (alongside plenty of green beer, of course).

Get the Pull-Apart Shamrock recipe.

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11

Chex Mix

a bowl of homemade chex mix with pretzels, chex cereal, goldfish, and bagel chips
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

When it comes to crunchy packaged snacks, Chex Mix is the crème de la crème. Homemade takes everything you love about the packaged snack and makes it even better.

Get the Chex Mix recipe.

12

Reuben Egg Rolls

reuben egg rolls
ETHAN CALABRESE

Honestly, you can put anything in an egg roll, and it'll be delicious—this Reuben-inspired version is no exception!

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13

Corned Beef & Cabbage Cheese Quesadillas

corned beef and cabbage quesadilla
PHOTO: KATE JORDAN; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Enjoy the St. Paddy's fave meal anytime with this handheld snack version. These quesadillas feature Swiss cheese, corned beef, and cabbage wrapped up in flour tortillas. Sauerkraut and stone-ground mustard are also taking center stage in a creamy dipping sauce to serve alongside the quesadillas. Taste buds, get ready!

Get the Corned Beef & Cabbage Cheese Quesadillas recipe.

14

Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

green colored cookies with chocolate chips
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

You could make regular chocolate chip cookies, but why would you keep it basic when you can add a minty green twist? Mint chocolate chip fans, it's time to skip the pint of ice cream—these cookies are the easy dessert you should be making.

Get the Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe.

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15

Millionaire Shortbread

millionaire shortbread
Parker Feierbach

Buttery shortbread is already a favorite Irish sweet, but these are made extra special with layers of gooey caramel and chocolate. You'll feel like you found that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow when you eat them!

Get the Millionaire Shortbread recipe.

16

Leprechaun Bark

white chocolate candy bark with lucky charms and green candy
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Is it the luck o’ the Irish, or is this leprechaun bark exactly the sweet treat we all need to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Full of colorful Lucky Charms, mint M&M’s, and white chocolate, it doesn’t get much easier to prepare this festive St. Patrick's Day dessert.

Get the Leprechaun Bark recipe.

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17

Pretzel Ring Beer Cheese Dip

pretzel ring beer cheese dip
ETHAN CALABRESE

Beer cheese is one of our favorite party dips, so we decided to take it up a notch by surrounding it in a ring of the staple pairing: pretzeled biscuits. The creamy dip and the pretzel ring bake together, making this two-in-one party party snack almost too easy to bake and share.

Get the Pretzel Ring Beer Cheese Dip recipe.

18

Corned Beef Tacos

corned beef tacos with green cabbage carrots sauerkraut and beer
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We’ve already taken the classic Reuben and repurposed it in nacho and casserole form. Next up, a taco, with a melted layer of Swiss and a lightly creamy, caraway-forward slaw. Use your St. Paddy’s Day leftover corned beef or boil a brisket for the occasion, you won't regret it.

Get the Corned Beef Tacos recipe

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19
reuben pickle bites
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Classic reuben flavors are so good, we’re constantly reinventing ways to get more of them, like our hot reuben dip, our reuben breakfast sandwich, and our reuben mac & cheese. Next up, these reuben pickle bites: they’re the perfect snack or bite-size appetizer (and they come together SO fast).

Get the Reuben Pickle Bites recipe.

20

Copycat McDonald's Shamrock Shake

green shake in a glass with whipped cream, a cherry, and a green straw
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If your St. Patrick’s Day traditions involve a stop at the nearest drive-through for a cold minty milkshake, this is your lucky year: You can now whip up your favorite fast-food order right at home.

Get the Copycat McDonald's Shamrock Shake recipe.

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