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If someone has the slightest bit of Irish in them, it’s not hard to tell when St. Patrick’s Day rolls around. A large amount of “Kiss me, I’m Irish” Instagram captions emerge, people start pulling shamrocks and green clothes out of seemingly nowhere and everyone seems to have the need to pinch people who aren’t spirited enough. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are always a good time, even if you’re not Irish. For those of you who are looking to get together for some good ol’ St. Patty’s fun, here are some green snacks and recipes you can try out that are sure to make your holiday better!

1. Leprechaun Popcorn

This treat is a perfect light snack for a party, and on top of that it’s so aesthetically pleasing. Your party will definitely look the part and be perfect for all of those Instagram stories!

https://momfoodie.com/st-patricks-day-leprechaun-popcorn/

2. Guinness Cupcakes with Bailey’s Frosting

These simple and tasty cupcakes have a nice alcoholic twist, which is perfectly spirited for St. Patrick’s Day! The tasty treats come with plenty of perks, from the prep time to the Irish twist of adding Bailey’s Irish Cream—all of which make for a great holiday dessert.

https://www.frugalcouponliving.com/guinness-cupcakes-baileys-buttercream-frosting/

3. Shamrock Shakes

Shamrock Shakes are all the rage when St. Patrick’s Day rolls around, but what if you could save the money and make them from home? Well, now you can! Save your wallet and make multiple shamrock shakes for you and all of your friends for your St. Patty’s get-together with this simple and fun recipe!

https://savingdollarsandsense.com/shamrock-shake/

Whip up some of these recipes for the perfect St. Patty’s Day celebration, and feel free to share any of your own favorite treats and drinks for the occasion. Have fun celebrating this luck and liquor-filled holiday everyone!

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Corinne Gorda

Virginia Tech '20

Proud Hokie alum and HC writer since 2017 here! I "graduated" from Tech in 2020 (Thanks COVID) with a degree in Public Relations, and I'm now a junior account executive for a PR agency. When I'm not working or writing, you can catch me spending time with my man, reading teen romance novels, or obsessing over my corgi.
Kaitlyn Horinko

Virginia Tech '19

Kaitlyn can usually be found 15 minutes early to wherever she's going, with Starbucks in hand. She is passionate about social media and finding new ways to advocate for mental health, and enjoys making playlists, road trips, and writing in her free time.