Looking for the best St Patrick’s Day Desserts? These fun treats are the best ideas to celebrate the day! From classic Irish recipes to whimsical ideas with shamrocks and rainbows! This list has something for everyone, from beginner bakers to professional chefs!
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While it is not a traditional part of the holiday, many people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with desserts because it adds a sweet and festive touch. Plus, who doesn’t love indulging in delicious treats on a special occasion?
Whether you’re a chocolate fan or looking for a dessert with a little crunch, this list of recipes for St. Patrick’s Day is the best. You’ll find desserts here that are sweet, savory, green in color, and maybe even lucky as well!
Any of these desserts would be super fun for a St. Patrick’s Day party, class party, or delicious snack right at home.
For more fun things to do for St.Patrick’s Day, try one of these 20 Festive Rainbow Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day, make a DIY St. Patrick’s Day Wreath, or complete this free St. Patrick’s Day Word Search.
Can I make these desserts in advance?
Absolutely! Many of these St. Patrick’s Day desserts can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer until you’re ready to serve them.
This makes planning for parties or gatherings easier, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities.
St. Patrick’s Day Desserts
If you’re new to baking or just looking for simple and easy St Patrick’s Day desserts, these recipes are perfect for you. Make this list the start of a new tradition to celebrate the holiday with delicious treats.
Green St Patrick’s Day Desserts
St Patrick’s Cookies & Buttercream Dip
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these festive shamrock sugar cookies and a delightful buttercream dip! Perfect for your St. Patty's party, this Dunkaroos-inspired cookie recipe with sprinkles is a must-try.
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Lucky Charms Marshmallow Donuts
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Make some fun donuts for breakfast this year! These St. Patrick’s Day treats are made in the air fryer for a healthier version of the classic donut. Just grab some canned buttermilk biscuits and Lucky Charms cereal!
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Mint Chocolate Chip Baked Donuts
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Whip up the fun with these Mint Chocolate Chip Baked Donuts! Easy to make and oh-so-delicious. Bake a batch and savor the chocolate minty goodness!
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Grasshopper Pie
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Delight in the minty goodness of this quick and easy Grasshopper Pie! Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or adding a sweet touch to simple spring celebrations.
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Pistachio Macaron Recipe
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Savor the perfection of Pistachio Macarons with a divine Pistachio Ganache Filling! Not too sweet, just nutty goodness. Adorned with an easy white chocolate & pistachio pattern, these treats are a delightful blend of delicious and pretty!
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Desserts With Shamrocks
St Patricks Hot Cocoa Bombs
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Easy hot chocolate bombs for St. Patrick's Day fun! Customize the white candy melt base with holiday mix-ins.
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Shamrock Cookies
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St. Patrick's Day delight! Try these easy and absolutely adorable Shamrock Cookies—made with just 6 simple ingredients you likely have at home. Perfect sweet treat!
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Pot O Gold Applesauce
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Looking for St. Patrick’s Day dessert ideas that are healthy? Try this cute and fun applesauce recipe. It’s perfect for toddlers and younger kids.
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St Patrick’s Sour Cream Cookies
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Level up your St. Patrick's Day with these festive Sugar Cookies and Green Cream Cheese Frosting! Perfect fun for the kids!
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Shamrock Cookies
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Discover the magic of Shamrock Cut Out Cookies! Soft and delicious, shaped like the iconic Irish shamrock, these treats are a sweet way to bring luck to all!
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More Yummy Shamrock Ideas
Classic Irish Ideas
Irish Cream Breakfast Cake
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Indulge in the goodness of Marbled Irish Cream Breakfast Cake—soft, tender crumb, and layers of flavor from coffee extract and creamy Irish cream!
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Guinness Chocolate Cake
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Enjoy the goodness of Guinness Chocolate Cake – a moist, lightly sweet chocolate treat with a hint of spice from Guinness Foreign Extra stout beer!
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Baileys Chocolate Pudding
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a treat! Try this Baileys Chocolate Pudding—creamy, boozy, and oh-so satisfying, made with cocoa powder and melted dark chocolate.
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Irish Cream Bundt Cake
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Delicious Irish Cream Bundt Cake—moist, full of flavor, and no alcohol involved! Easy to make with a cake mix, it's the perfect dessert for St. Patrick's Day!
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Chocolate Stout Sauce
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Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of this stout beer chocolate sauce! Perfect on pancakes, ice cream, French toast, or anything you fancy.
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One Bowl Guinness Chocolate Cake
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Dark chocolate Guinness cake, topped with Bailey’s Irish Cream buttercream frosting, is the best Irish dessert. What does this cake taste like? It has a lovely deep chocolate flavor that is enhanced with a hint of coffee.
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Rainbow Recipes
Pot O Gold Rainbow Frosted Cookie Recipe
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Try this easy Pot O' Gold Rainbow Frosted Cookie Recipe with a white cake mix. The buttercream frosting steals the show with vibrant colors!
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Pot O Gold Cookies
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These Pot O’Gold Cookies are perfect for Oreo lovers. If you’re looking for a fun St. Patrick’s Day activity to do with your kids this is the one for you. You only need a handful of simple ingredients too.
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Rainbow Cake
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day, birthdays, or any special occasion with a cute 6-inch vegan rainbow smash cake! Perfect for adorable photos and delicious moments. Five colorful layers of vanilla cake, fluffy buttercream, and vegan cotton candy on top!
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Lucky Charm Sugar Cookies
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Add a dash of magic to your St. Patty’s Day with these Lucky Charm Sugar Cookies. Soft, sweet, and packed with those cereal marshmallows we adore!
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Lucky Charm Bars
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Magical treat alert! Lucky Charms bars: gooey marshmallows + iconic cereal. A dreamy, colorful delight for when you crave a switch from the usual rice krispie treats.
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St Patrick’s Muddy Buddy
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Get festive with your kids this St. Patrick's Day! Try making muddy buddies—a simple recipe for a tasty treat everyone will love. Perfect for any occasion!
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Awesome Rainbow Cookies
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Dive into these Amazing Rainbow Chocolate Chip Cookies! We added a colorful twist to our perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe. Ideal for any party or age—because who doesn't love a rainbow pick-me-up?
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Our Favorite Ideas
Baileys Chocolate Irish Cream Cookies
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Get ready for St. Patrick’s Day with these Baileys Chocolate Irish Cream Cookies! Made with Irish butter, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and two kinds of Irish cream. Perfect for March 17th and every day!
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Baileys Cream Dip
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Baileys fan? Oreo lover? This cookies and cream treat is your go-to for parties, events, or satisfying that sweet snack craving!
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Chocolate Mint Cookies
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Easy-peasy Andes Chocolate Mint Cookies using a cake mix and baking candies! Effortlessly delicious, like a treat from a fancy bakery. Chocolatey goodness meets a refreshing burst of mint!
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St Patrick’s Day Marshmallows
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Easy and festive! Spruce up these white chocolate dipped marshmallows with green and glittery gold sprinkles for St. Patty’s Day. Stick 'em on lollipop sticks for extra fun!
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Baileys Cheesecake
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Looking for the perfect boozy-flavored St. Patrick’s Day dessert? This indulgent recipe is infused with the unmistakable taste of Baileys Irish cream liquor! The smooth and creamy filling is combined with a buttery, crumbly base.
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Chocolate Mint Brownies
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These Mint Brownies with Chocolate Ganache are a fun way to serve up something a little bit healthier. They are fudgey and lightened up with protein powder and black beans.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these 29 festive desserts! From shamrock cookies to Irish cream brownies, there’s something for everyone.
