12 Mermaid Party Snacks for Kids

Seaweed Wrapped Hot Dogs

Transform ordinary hot dogs into an oceanic treat by wrapping them in nori for a fun, mermaid-themed snack.

Ingredients:

• 8 beef or chicken hot dogs
• 8 sheets of nori (seaweed)
• Soy sauce, for dipping

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Lightly boil or grill the hot dogs until fully cooked.
3. Wrap each hot dog tightly with a sheet of nori, securing the end with a little dab of water.
4. Place the wrapped hot dogs on a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes until the nori feels slightly crispy.
5. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Shell-Shaped Rice Krispie Treats

These delightful treats are shaped like seashells, adding a whimsical touch to any mermaid gathering.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1 package (10 oz) marshmallows
• 3 tbsp butter
• Shell-shaped molds

Cooking method:

1. Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat, then add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
2. Remove from heat and add Rice Krispies, stirring until well coated.
3. Press the mixture into shell-shaped molds, ensuring they hold the shape.
4. Allow to cool before serving.

Starfish Sugar Cookies

Create enchanting star-shaped cookies with a sprinkle of sugar for a sweet, sea-inspired treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Colored sugar sprinkles

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream together butter and sugar, then beat in egg and vanilla.
3. Gradually add in flour until dough forms.
4. Roll out dough and cut into star shapes.
5. Sprinkle colored sugar over each cookie and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Ocean Blue Jelly Cups

These jelly cups are the perfect ocean-themed treat with layers resembling the vibrant sea.

Ingredients:

• 2 packs of berry-flavored gelatin
• 4 cups boiling water
• 2 cups cold water
• Gummy fish candies

Cooking method:

1. Dissolve gelatin in boiling water, then stir in cold water.
2. Pour into clear cups and refrigerate until set.
3. Before the gelatin fully sets, add gummy fish for a fun underwater effect.

Mermaid Tail Popcorn

Jazz up popcorn with colorful candy melts and sprinkles for a mermaid-approved snack.

Ingredients:

• 8 cups popped popcorn
• 1 cup candy melts, assorted colors
• Edible glitter or sprinkles

Cooking method:

1. Melt the candy melts in separate bowls as instructed on the package.
2. Drizzle over the popcorn and mix to coat evenly.
3. Sprinkle with edible glitter before the candy sets.

Coral Reef Veggie Platter

Create an eye-catching veggie platter that mimics the vibrant colors of a coral reef.

Ingredients:

• Baby carrots
• Celery sticks
• Cherry tomatoes
• Broccoli florets
• Ranch dressing

Cooking method:

1. Arrange the veggies on a platter, creating a colorful display reminiscent of a coral reef.
2. Serve with ranch dressing as a dip.

Mermaid’s Treasure Trail Mix

A treasure trove of flavors awaits in this delightful mix, great for both snacking and sharing.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried pineapple chunks
• 1 cup pretzel sticks
• 1/2 cup yogurt-covered raisins
• 1/2 cup chocolate candies

Cooking method:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Mix well and serve in individual cups for easy snacking.

Beach Sand Cupcakes

These cupcakes topped with crushed graham crackers resemble sandy beach scenes perfect for a mermaid theme.

Ingredients:

• 1 box vanilla cake mix
• 1 cup crushed graham crackers
• Vanilla frosting
• Miniature umbrellas for decoration

Cooking method:

1. Prepare cupcakes according to package instructions and let them cool.
2. Spread frosting over each cupcake and dip the tops in crushed graham crackers.
3. Decorate with miniature umbrellas for a beachy look.

Jellyfish Jiggly Squares

These jiggly squares are light, fun, and easy to make, capturing the essence of the sea in a playful way.

Ingredients:

• 1 package (3 oz) flavored gelatin
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• Whipped cream, for topping

Cooking method:

1. Dissolve gelatin in boiling water, then stir in cold water.
2. Pour into a square pan and refrigerate until firm.
3. Cut into squares and top with whipped cream right before serving.

Mermaid Scales Rice Cakes

A quick and healthy snack, these rice cakes layered with colored cream cheese resemble mermaid scales.

Ingredients:

• Rice cakes
• Cream cheese
• Food coloring

Cooking method:

1. Divide cream cheese into separate bowls and color each with a few drops of food coloring.
2. Spread different colors on each rice cake, creating a scale-like pattern.
3. Arrange on a platter for a vibrant mermaid display.