Planning a Thanksgiving with kids? Here are some great ideas for child-friendly Thanksgiving appetizers!
The holiday season often means lots of holiday hosting is going on.
If you are planning a Thanksgiving dinner, you might be looking for some kids Thanksgiving party food ideas!
Now, I will say, it's hard to declare something as "kid friendly".
My daughter LOVES cucumber and tomatoes but my son says GROSS!
My kids eat meatballs and hamburgers but your kids might only like chicken nuggets.
So, if you are hosting a small number of kids - ask first. Ask their parent or caregiver what they actually like to eat.
Because, Thanksgiving appetizers for kids can look really different depending on what they actually like to eat!
Here are some ideas for Thanksgiving side dishes for kids.
Anyways, here are some holiday appetizers that would be a hit with my kids! I hope that your kids will love them, too!
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Kid friendly Thanksgiving appetizers
Child friendly Thanksgiving Appetizers
Keep the kids at your table happy with these child friendly Thanksgiving appetizer recipes!
Easy to make and loved by all, these mini pigs in a blanket are perfect anytime of the year!
Cranberry Meatballs are made by slow-cooking frozen meatballs in a sweet and tangy homemade cranberry bbq sauce. So easy to make, these delicious little meatballs are the perfect holiday or party appetizer!
Everyone including the kids will want to snack on this super fun Turkey shaped veggie tray.
Ham and Cheese Pinwheel Appetizers are easy for kids to help make, and they're delicious. Great way to tide them over until Thanksgiving dinner is ready.
Made with crackers, cheese and cream cheese, this Pumpkin Pie Cheese Crackers Thanksgiving Appetizer looks just like little pumpkin pie slices!
Million Dollar Dip is easy, delicious, and impossible to resist. With just a few minutes of prep and five simple ingredients, you will have a crowd pleasing dip that everyone will want the recipe for!
This fun pear ‘turkey’ is a great activity and appetizer for kids at Thanksgiving.
Super simple Three Cheese And Bacon Puff Pastry Appetizer, perfect for kids who love bacon!
Something for everyone on this fun Thanksgiving charcuterie board, get the kids to help assemble it too!
Sweet and salty candy corn snack mix is a quick and easy appetizer that kids will love. Just mix 2 ingredients into a bowl and serve.
These Thanksgiving deviled eggs are little turkeys that everyone will love! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this is sure to be a holiday favorite!
Instant Pot Little Smokies are the perfect appetizer for picky eaters. Sweet and savory plus they are super easy to make.
These Thanksgiving jarcuterie cups are a cute way to serve appetizers. Serve individual cups with meat, cheese, and veggies that look like a turkey!
Cheese Twists are a great choice for your next get-together. Flaky, cheesy, crispy and easy to make ahead as an appetizer. And very popular!
Make deliciously crispy air fryer frozen chicken wings that require no prep, no thawing, and are ready to devour in less than 25 minutes for an easy Thanksgiving appetizer.
Kids will love this pear and veggie Turkey for Thanksgiving! This snack idea is a simple but fun and healthy option.
Chocolate Hummus is a dreamy and sweet dessert hummus that’s actually healthy (but no one will know it). It is a great spread, appetizer, dip, dessert, snack and me time treat that the whole family will love.
These air fryer frozen onion rings make a quick and easy side dish or appetizer that is ready in under 10 minutes. Crispy and golden onion rings that taste like they were deep fried without the calories.
BBQ Meatball Crescent Cups – Meatballs topped with a tangy sauce and baked inside a flaky crescent crust. This quick and easy appetizer is sure to please this holiday season!
This Homemade Fried Ravioli Recipe is super simple and so versatile that it can be made to everyone's liking!
Healthy vegan Roasted Beet Hummus served with pita chips is a delicious colorful appetizer perfect for entertaining. This creamy beet hummus packed with nutrients will surely be a hit!
Kids love these Cream-Cheese Stuffed Dates with Walnuts! Recruit them to help make these addictive appetizers.
Add something new to your family's dinner table tonight. Air Fryer Cheese Sticks are where it's at and you'll find they are delicious.
What are your favorite easy Thanksgiving appetizers?
Thanks for reading!
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