30 St. Paddy's Snacks To Help Prevent A Green Beer Hangover
Get lucked up this year.
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.
Corned Beef & Cabbage Sliders
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.
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Leprechaun Bait
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. 😉
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Parmesan Bread Bites
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.
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Shamrockuterie Board
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.
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Pot O' Gold Cups
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!
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Reuben Pinwheels
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.
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Reuben Nachos
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.
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Irish Potato Candy
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.
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Herby Baked Falafel Bites with Spicy Mint Tahini Dip
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.
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Pull-Apart Shamrock
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).
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Chex Mix
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.
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Reuben Egg Rolls
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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Corned Beef & Cabbage Cheese Quesadillas
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!
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
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.
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Millionaire Shortbread
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!
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Leprechaun Bark
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.
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Pretzel Ring Beer Cheese Dip
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.
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Corned Beef Tacos
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.
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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).
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Copycat McDonald's Shamrock Shake
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.
