Add a festive twist to your holiday table with these Healthy Celery Snacks inspired by the Grinch! Made with creamy guacamole, candy eyes, and fun decorations, these Grinch themed celery snack ideas are a playful and nutritious treat that’s perfect for parties or a kid-friendly snack. These little Grinch faces are sure to be a hit with everyone!
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Why You'll Love This Grinch Party Food Idea?
- Festive and Fun: These healthy celery snacks are dressed up like the Grinch, making them the perfect centerpiece for any holiday party!
- Easy to Make: With just a few simple ingredients and no cooking required, they’re a stress-free snack that looks impressive.
- Kid-Approved: Who can resist Grinch-themed party food ideas? Even the pickiest eaters will love munching on these fun and healthy treats!
If you're looking for more green foods for a Grinch party, check out these super cute Grinch Pretzels or try these Grinch-Themed Christmas Truffles.
Ingredients
- Celery: The crunchy green base that’s perfect for holding your Grinchy guacamole!
- Guacamole (homemade or store-bought): Creamy and delicious, it’s the star of this snack, doubling as the Grinch’s face.
- Yellow Candy Balls: These make the Grinch’s iconic eyes—simple, bright, and so cute!
- Black Decorating Gel: Perfect for adding those signature mischievous eyebrows.
- Black Food Writer Pen: The easiest way to draw tiny pupils on the candy eyes for that classic Grinch glare!
🔪 How To Make Grinch Party Food: Celery Snacks
- Step 1: Cut celery into 2 to 3-inch pieces. Save some of the celery leaves for the hair. Spread the guacamole on each piece of celery and insert a celery leaf on the top.
- Step 2: With the black food writer pen, draw eyeballs on the yellow candy and place 2 eyes on each piece of celery.
- Step 3: Using a black decorating gel, draw on eyebrows, nose, and mouth.
- Step 4: Your Grinch celery snacks are now ready to serve. Enjoy!
Tips And Tricks
- Keep Celery Crisp: Store celery in cold water in the fridge until ready to use to maintain its crunch.
- Easy Assembly: Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped to neatly add guacamole or cream cheese to the celery sticks.
- Serve Fresh: Assemble and serve within a few hours for the best taste and texture.
Substitutions
- Celery: Swap celery sticks for cucumber slices, carrot sticks, or even bell pepper strips for a different crunch.
- Yellow Candy Balls: Use yellow M&Ms, raisins, or small pieces of banana if candy balls aren’t available.
- Black Food Writer Pen: Use a toothpick dipped in food coloring or chocolate to draw tiny details if a food pen isn’t on hand.
Variations
- Celery Cream Cheese Snack: Swap guacamole for cream cheese blended with finely chopped green cilantro for a fresh, herby twist. It still gives the Grinch his iconic green hue but with a new flavor profile.
- Pesto Cream Cheese Grinch: Mix cream cheese with vibrant green pesto to create a rich and flavorful base for your celery snacks. The bold, garlicky taste adds a festive kick!
- Spinach Hummus Grinch: Replace guacamole with spinach-blended hummus for a protein-packed and smooth green spread.
- Avocado Yogurt Grinch: Mash ripe avocado with plain Greek yogurt for a creamy and tangy green Grinch face.
- Edamame Dip Grinch: Use edamame dip for a unique twist—it’s bright green, creamy, and totally Grinch-worthy!
Best Way to Store Healthy Celery Snacks
- Assembled Snacks: If already assembled, place the Grinch celery snacks in a single layer on a plate or tray. Cover them with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day to keep them fresh.
- Separate Components: For longer storage, keep guacamole, celery, and decorations separate and assemble just before serving to avoid soggy snacks.
FAQ'S
Are These Snacks Kid Friendly?
Absolutely! Kids love the Grinch design, and it’s a sneaky way to get them to eat their veggies.
How Do I Keep Guacamole From Turning Brown?
Add a splash of lime or lemon juice to the guacamole and store it in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface.
Can I Make This Nut Free?
Yes! Guacamole and all the other ingredients are naturally nut-free, so just check for allergens in store-bought ingredients.
What Is The Best Way To Transport These Snacks To A Party?
Arrange the assembled snacks in a single layer in a shallow container with a lid. Keep them cool with an ice pack if traveling far. Assemble the eyes and gel details just before serving for the best look!
Healthy Celery Snacks
These Healthy Celery Snacks are a fun, adorable, and festive treat that kids and grown-ups will love—perfect for holiday snacking or party platters!
Ingredients
- 2 Ribs Celery
- 1 Cup Guacamole (homemade or store-bought)
- 10 Yellow Candy Balls
- 1 Tube Black Decorating Gel
- 1 Black Food Writer Pen
Instructions
- Cut celery into 2-3 inch pieces. Save some of the celery leaves for the hair. Spread the guacamole on each piece of celery and insert a celery leaf on the top.
- With the black food writer pen, draw eyeballs on the yellow candy and place 2 eyes on each piece of celery.
- Using a black decorating gel, draw on eyebrows, nose, and mouth.
- Your Grinch celery snacks are now ready to serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Keep Celery Crisp: Store celery in cold water in the fridge until ready to use to maintain its crunch.
Easy Assembly: Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped to neatly add guacamole or cream cheese to the celery sticks.
Serve Fresh: Assemble and serve within a few hours for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 82kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 16mgPotassium: 284mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 145IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.3mg
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Such an easy recipe to follow and the results are absolutely delicious! Highly recommend giving it a try.
I love this recipe because it transforms simple celery sticks into playful Grinch faces, making healthy snacking fun and festive. It's a delightful way to engage kids in the kitchen and add a creative touch to holiday gatherings.