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St. Patrick’s Day is basically the holiday equivalent of a potluck – but with way more green food dye and sprinkles involved. Whether you’re throwing a party, baking for your kids, or just looking for an excuse to whip up something sweet and festive, these 25 St. Patrick’s Day treats are here to save the day (and make your kitchen smell amazing).
From shamrock-shaped cookies to Guinness-infused cupcakes that could make even a leprechaun blush, we’ve got a little bit of everything. Vegan? Gluten-free? We didn’t forget you – there’s magic in these recipes for everyone. So, grab your green food coloring and let’s get baking – because calories definitely don’t count on holidays.
St. Patrick’s Day Cookies & Brownies
Let’s be real – cookies and brownies are the VIP guests of any dessert table. And for St. Paddy’s, they’re going green (literally). Picture soft, chewy shamrock-shaped cookies, fudgy brownies swirled with mint, and decadent Guinness brownies that are basically dessert and happy hour all in one bite. Whether you love classic sugar cookies or want to experiment with Bailey’s-infused icing, this section is all about putting the “treat” in St. Patrick’s Day.
Pro tip: Dust everything with green sprinkles – it’s festive, and if you make a mess, just tell people it’s “leprechaun magic.”
Chocolate Mint Brownies
Rich and decadent chocolate mint brownies are stacked with 3 layers of mint chocolate goodness and are super easy to make. From AmandasCookin.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookie Bars – Easy and Delicious
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these festive and easy Sugar Cookie Bars topped with green frosting and sprinkles.
Easy Shamrock Cookies
Shamrock Cookies are the best easy Saint Patrick’s Day Dessert from Tasty Treats & Eats. Make them with St. Patrick’s shamrock cookie cutters for a fun and simple treat!
Mint M&M Cookies
There is a special limited-time bag of M&M candies for just about every season and holiday. So grab one pack and make these mint M&M cookies from TheFeatheredNester.com
Double Chocolate Irish Coffee Brownies
Celebrate St. Patricks day with these super decadent brownies. This holiday treat is a fun boozy twist on the classic brownie.
Matcha White Chocolate Cookies (Vegan)
Celebrate with these festive and delicious cookies from Savor the Spoonful. They’re easy to make, are perfectly sweet, and their green color makes them perfect for the holiday! Also vegan and gluten-free.
Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
St. Patrick’s Day isn’t complete without sour cream sugar cookies! Dye the cream cheese frosting green for a lucky cookie.
Saint Patrick’s Day Cake Recipes
Cupcakes are like little pots of gold – except instead of coins, you get frosting (arguably better). From rich chocolate Guinness cakes to fluffy, bright green shamrock cupcakes, this section is where things get a little over-the-top (in the best way). Some are spiked with Irish cream, others keep it family-friendly with simple vanilla bases and tons of green glitter. Either way, expect show-stopping, photo-worthy desserts that might just steal the spotlight from the corned beef.
Bonus: Cupcakes are the perfect size for sneaking a second one without anyone noticing. Leprechauns would totally approve.
Bailey’s Coffee Cupcakes
Soft, fluffy cupcakes from littlesweetbaker.com are enriched with a lovely coffee taste and spiked with an Irish cream whiskey buttercream. Yum!
Guinness Chocolate Cake: A Decadent Treat
Is there anything better than chocolate cake? Well, yes – chocolate cake infused with Guinness. It’s moist, fudgy, and topped with a cream cheese frosting.
Mint Chocolate Cupcakes (Gluten-Free)
Rich chocolate combined with sweet, minty freshness brought to you by StrengthandSunshine.com. These yummy cupcakes are vegan, allergy-free, and a perfect way to take your chocolate cupcake craving up a notch!
Irish Cream Chocolate Mud Cake
This is the perfect treat for celebrating St Patty’s Day! From SweetMouthJoy.com, this moist Bailey’s chocolate sponge and a boozy Bailey’s chocolate ganache, you’ll be full of Irish spirit and cheer!
Dark Chocolate Cake (Gluten-free)
Rich, dark chocolate flavor, topped with a whiskey glaze and a yummy Irish cream frosting. The cake is made using Glutenberg Stout, but coffee can also be used in this recipe from PeelwithZeal.com.
Irish Cream Bundt Cake
Moist and flavorful cake that’s made without any alcohol. This easy cake that begins with a cake mix is perfect St. Patrick’s Day dessert recipe!
No-Bake Bailey’s Cheesecake
This homemade no bake Baileys cheesecake from KCAEIC is full of luscious, creamy boozy Baileys flavor and buttery chocolate cookie base, yum!
Other St. Patty’s Treats – Because Popcorn and Shamrock Shakes Deserve Love Too
Not a cake or cookie person? No problem – this is the grab bag of fun, quirky treats that make St. Patrick’s Day a little sweeter. Think white chocolate popcorn drizzled in green, shamrock shakes that rival the drive-thru version, and “Leprechaun Bait” – an irresistible snack mix that’s basically a magnet for both kids and adults. Whether it’s dipped pretzels or boozy Bailey’s fudge, this section is where creativity shines (and where you can throw in every green candy you find at the store).
Warning: Leprechaun Bait disappears faster than you think, so you might want to double the batch. Trust me.
Leprechaun Bait
Leprechaun bait (or chow) is an easy, festive treat that’s perfect for snacking on! Brought to us from Fabulosity.com, it’s ready in under 30 mins and only requires a handful of ingredients.
Healthy Shamrock Shake
This festive vegan shamrock shake from BestServedVegan.com tastes like the classic McDonald’s milkshake but has some veggies and other healthy treats mixed in.
Shamrock Pretzels
So cute and really easy to make with only three ingredients. The perfect shamrock candy to make with the kids for St Patrick’s Day.
Bailey’s Muffins
Simple Bailey’s muffins from whereismyspoon.com that really taste of the Irish cream liqueur. Soft, moist and so delicious!!! Perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day!
St Patty’s Popcorn Balls
Yummy popcorn balls from BelleoftheKitchen.com! They are full of sprinkles, marshmallow charms cereal, and are easy to make for St. Patrick’s Day or any day of the year!
Irish Potato Candy (Gluten-Free / Vegan)
Fun and easy treat to make from Strength and Sunshine. A no-bake homemade recipe that’s just 6 ingredients, full of the classic sweet creamy coconut and cinnamon flavors you love.
Be sure to save this page on pinterest, because we’ll be adding new St Patrick’s Day dessert recipes after we’ve had a chance to make some more! In the meantime, here are some other recipes and articles you might like…
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