The Big Game comes with big appetites, even for the little ones in the house. While some of the grown up favorites might be a fit for the smaller ones in the group, others (like spicy buffalo wings and jalapeno-heavy nachos) might leave the kiddos feeling left out. As our crew grew beyond baby snacks, they wanted to be included in the big spread. What could we make that would give them a spot at the buffet, but was also yummy enough for the grown-ups to nosh on, too? Enter the Cracker Stacker Bar!
The prep for this Cracker Stacker Bar is insanely simple. And with lots of flavors, it’s sure to quickly become a party favorite. Grab a couple muffin tins stuffed with a lineup of tasty spreads and toppings, pair with a basket or two of your favorite crackers, and let your team get to work!
The tools you need for the Cracker Stacker Bar:
- A couple of baskets for your cracker options
- Muffin tins for your spreads and toppings
- Small knives and spoons to stick in the muffin tins for serving
- A cutting board and knife to cut your toppings into cracker-sized pieces
The food you need for the Cracker Stacker Bar:
The food you need for the Cracker Stacker Bar:- Crackers: we usually offer a buttery choice (Ritz crackers are super!) and a gluten-free option
- Spreads:
- spreadable cheese
- pizza sauce
- hummus
- cream cheese
- BBQ sauce
- peanut butter
- Toppings:
- pepperoni
- shredded cheese
- sliced cooked sausage
- crunchy fried onions
- sliced cheese
- chopped peppers
- dried cranberries
- sliced grapes
- jam
- frosting
- sprinkles
Clean up is a breeze–just toss the muffin tins in the dishwasher! And you can’t beat how fun this Cracker Stacker Bar idea is–let your imagination run wild with the choices you offer. You can go savory, all sweet, or a combo of both. Our kiddos love challenging each other to try new flavors, which is always great experience for little ones.
Now that you have the whole scoop on the Cracker Stacker Bar, get out there and win the Big Game with this idea!
Heidi Rega
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Janine Huldie says
This is seriously ingenious and you better believe I am so using this one now for the Super Bowl and than some with my own kiddos. Thanks!!! 🙂
Heidi says
It’s so easy, and the kids LOVE it! They feel in control, which is what more than half of parenting struggles are made of, right?! Total win 🙂
Bri Adams says
What a GREAT idea!! I’m totally buying a muffin tim for each child.
Heidi says
Individual tins? I think we know who’s REALLY going to win the big game, and it’s you!
Marina @ Parental Journey says
Such a cool idea – kids will love this!!
Heidi says
Kids adore it, and parent’s end up sneaking in on the action most of the time, too!
Practical Mama says
Why for kids? I want to have this yummy tray for myself! 🙂 Joke aside, this is also a great afterschool snack idea. Prep it, cover with saran wrap and have it ready for kids when they come home.
Heidi says
Love it as an after school snack idea, too! We’ve also used the tins on taco night so everyone has just the right fixin’s at their fingertips!