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    21 Tasty St. Patrick's Day Recipes

    Published: Mar 7, 2021 · Modified: Apr 14, 2021 by Chellie Schmitz

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    Whether you’re looking for traditional Irish recipes to enjoy on the holiday or just some fun-themed treats that everyone in the family will love, these St. Patrick’s Day recipes are sure to hit the spot. via @artfrommytable

    One of the best ways to enjoy any holiday is WITH FOOD! 😁 And St. Patrick’s Day is no exception.

    Whether you’re looking for traditional Irish recipes to enjoy on the holiday or just some fun-themed treats that everyone in the family will love, these St. Patrick’s Day recipes are sure to hit the spot.

    collage of 4 photos showing st. patricks day recipes: shamrock shake, corned beef, cottage pie, and chocolate stout cupcakes

    I'm not even Irish, but I love a good celebration with food!

    I'm not sure how we landed at green beer and parties for this holiday when the real reason for this day is to commemorate St. Patrick who brought Christianity to Ireland.

    There are so many delicious Irish recipes to make that there’s no way you can squeeze them into one day. That’s why you should celebrate all month. 😁

    Traditional St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

    These are some of my favorite comfort foods for the season.

    Cottage Pie/Shepherd's Pie

    cottage pie with cauli mash in a white 9x13 dish garnished with parmesan cheese and parsley

    Cottage Pie Recipe

    We ate this dish when I was growing up. My mom always called it Shepherd's pie, but she made it with ground beef instead of lamb. So, technically it was "Cottage Pie".

    I've put a healthy twist on this dish and made it low-carb and Keto friendly. The filling is delicious, and you could easily make it with a mashed potato topping if you prefer.

    Corned Beef and Cabbage

    platter of corned beef, cabbage, carrots and potatoes

    What's traditional in America, is not necessarily a tradition in Ireland. However, it's still tradition!

    And that's why I'm including this Slow Cooker Corned beef and Cabbage from Life Love and Good Food. (Did you know this isn't Irish tradition?)

    This easy recipe uses the slow cooker to make this yummy dish even easier to cook. We all love our Crockpots!

    Irish Stew

    white bowl full of Irish stew and root vegetables

    It doesn't get any more comforting than enjoying a warm bowl of Irish stew.

    This traditional recipe from Beyond Mere Sustenance is modernized by using an Instant Pot to speed up the cooking time.

    Irish Soda Bread

    Sliced Irish soda bread on a baking sheet

    Irish Soda bread is another popular recipe that pairs well with just about anything.

    Traditional Soda bread is made with flour, baking soda, salt and buttermilk. I like the twist that Spoon for Bacon adds-- dried blueberries!

    Colcannon

    speckled bowl filled with colcannon, garnished with bacon and green onions, spoon digging in.

    Who doesn't love creamy mashed potatoes? Colcannon is an Irish potato and cabbage dish. Create Kids Club uses the Instant Pot, so it can be made in under 20 minutes.

    Low Carb Colcannon

    white serving bowl full of cauliflower mash colcannon with kale an olive oil

    Many of us have adapted to a Low Carb or Keto eating style. I love this Healthy twist on Colcannon from Health Starts in the Kitchen.

    Boxty

    Boxty is also known as potato pancakes. This simple recipe from Lana’s Cooking is delicious. The toppings of sour cream and green onions bring those pancakes to another level!

    Rueben Irish Nachos

    rectangle platter full of reuben nachos, but made wit potatoes, not chips

    This unique dish combines a variety of traditional Irish flavors into one fun meal that’s perfect for a party.

    Rueben Irish nachos from Two Healthy Kitchens feature a bed of potatoes topped with chopped corned beef and sauerkraut. 

    Irish Scones

    a plate full of round scones along side a plate with a single Irish scone topped with butter and jam

    Enjoying a scone with a cup of warm tea is a classic Irish tradition. These Irish scones from Sweet and Savoury Pursuits are perfect for tea time, breakfast time, or anytime!

    Traditional Desserts

    Shamrock Shake

    tall glass filled with shamrock shake, garnished with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and a strawberry

    St. Patricks Day would not be complete with out a Shamrock Shake! Again, I've put a healthy twist on this recipe (I can't help it--it's what I do!).

    It's all-natural, no processed ingredients, and no food coloring. So much better for you than that fast food place.

    Chocolate Pudding with Mint Whipped Cream

    homemade bittersweet pudding in a martini glass, garnished with whipped cream, Ande's mints and mint leaf

    Did you know it isn't that hard to make pudding from scratch? This dessert is rich and chocolatey and topped with homemade whipped cream.

    It's a delicious way to enjoy the chocolate-mint combination that is so well loved.

    Irish Tea Cake

    If you’re searching for a traditional sweet treat to make this year, you’ll love this recipe for Irish tea cake from Mama’s on a Budget.

    It’s a fluffy cake that’s not too sweet, ensuring it pairs perfectly with an afternoon tea.

    Irish Bread Pudding

    spoon pouring sauce over a piece Irish bread pudding

    Another yummy dessert you could serve after enjoying your traditional dinner. This easy recipe for Irish bread pudding from Sidewalk Shoes features a caramel whiskey sauce for added flavor.

    Apple Cake with Whiskey Cream

    slice of apple cake on a white plate with whiskey cream sauce being drizzled over top

    I had not heard of Irish apple cake when I was doing my research, but I was happy to find it!

    This dessert from Bacon is Magic, is a not too sweet option. It's also very versatile. If you want to skip the Whiskey cream for kids, you can serve it with ice cream.

    Fun St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

    Making authentic meals for the holiday is a great way to bring a taste of Ireland to your home. But there are also so many fun St. Paddy's day themed recipe ideas as well.

    Here are some fun one that are just as cute as they are delicious!

    Lucky Charms Cookies

    a round plate full of cookies made with Lucky Charms cereal

    These adorable Lucky Charms cookies from Lemon and Zest are delicious and fun. What kid wouldn't be lucky to eat these? (see what I did there?)

    Lucky Charms Ice Cream

    ramekin filled with lucky charms ice cream, topped with lucky charms marshmallows

    And while we're on the topic of magically delicious, how fun is this? This Lucky Charms ice cream recipe from We are not Martha uses cereal infused milk to make a delicious ice cream treat.

    Grasshopper Pie

    grasshopper pie drizzled with chocolate syrup on a white plate

    Childhood memories right here!

    This grasshopper pie from Real Housemoms reminds me of the one my mom always made when I was growing up. It is a delicious dessert that’s perfect for this season.

    St. Patrick’s Day Meringues

    These St. Patrick’s Day meringues from Frugal Mom Eh are adorable! I know meringues can seem intimidating, but she makes it easy.

    Irish Cream Dream Bars

    a piece of Irish Cream Dream bars, a layered dessert, on a plate garnished with white and milk chocolate.

    Are you drooling over this yet? Irish cream, chocolate pudding, and shortbread cookies! This is what dreams are made of.

    These Irish cream dream bars from 365 Days of Baking are calling my name! They’re a simple no-bake dessert.

    Chocolate Stout Cupcakes

    chocolate cupcake topped with irish cream frosting and a pretzel in a champagne glass

    It doesn’t get more Irish than when you combine stout with Bailey’s!

    These sweet and salty chocolate stout cupcakes with Bailey’s buttercream and caramel sauce from Sense and Edibility are sure to be a hit.

    St. Patrick’s Day Peek a Boo Cake

    white layered cake with a slice missing and green candy and gold coin candy pouring out from the middle

    Talk about wow factor, this is it! Cakes with a surprise inside are loved by all.

    This St. Patrick’s Day peek a boo cake from Moore is Less Cooking, features candy and gold coins inside.

    Do you have any favorites I didn't list here? I'd love to hear about them in the comments.

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    1. Chellie Schmitz

      March 08, 2021 at 10:59 am

      Thanks Shelley! When my kids were much younger, those long days at home needed something to celebrate, that's one of the reasons these Dutch/German people like to do it up for St. Paddy's day! Bless you!

    2. Shelley

      March 08, 2021 at 10:54 am

      Oh Chellie, what a terrific collection of recipes! I love that you included a range from traditional to FUN ... there were so many exciting ideas here. St. Patrick's Day always feels like the kind of holiday that just begs for a little extra spunk in its celebrations - these recipes are perfect! Thanks bunches - and I hope you find that pot o' gold this year! 😉

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