I’ve rounded up 29 incredible St. Patrick’s Day desserts that are equal parts whimsical and wildly delicious. I’ve got no bake creamy favorites, boozy Baileys creations, and the cutest shamrock treats.
Something for every celebration, whether you’re baking with kids or just craving a festive sweet for yourself. These easy and irresistible ideas have you covered.
1. Chocolate Mint Brownies
These fudgy, chocolate packed Mint Brownies are a sneaky little wonder. They’re loaded with protein, so they actually fill you up, and they land squarely on the healthier side of the dessert spectrum. I love having one when a sweet craving hits and I still want to feel good.
2. Green Velvet Cupcakes
How about green velvet cupcakes for St. Patrick’s Day? They’re simple, fun, and delicious, especially when topped with a generous swirl of tangy cream cheese frosting. I bet they’ll become your new favorite go-to cupcake for any celebration.
3. No Water Bath Baileys Cheesecake
This Bailey’s cheesecake skips the fussy water bath entirely. It’s got a yummy Oreo crust, a boozy and creamy Bailey’s filling, and a topping of luscious Bailey’s chocolate ganache with a dollop of whipped cream. What an unbelievable treat.
4. Frosted Chocolate Mint Cake
This chocolate mint cake is a full on party for your taste buds. It hits that perfect sweet and refreshing spot, and you can totally take a few clever shortcuts to whip up a homemade dessert that looks as incredible as it tastes.
5. Shamrock Homemade Gummies with Jello
These shamrock gummies are so much fun to make. If you’ve got kids around, they’ll have a blast helping you create these jiggly little snacks. Everything is super simple, and all the ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store.
6. Lucky Charms Cupcakes
If you’re craving a little Irish charm, these filled Lucky Charms cupcakes are calling your name. The green cupcake hides a pocket of marshmallow bits, gets piled with your favorite frosting, and finished with an extra sprinkle of festive goodness. Pure fun.
7. Irish Potato Candies
These Irish Potato Candies are the cutest little things. They look exactly like tiny potatoes dusted with cinnamon, with a creamy coconut center inside. They’re a delightful St. Patrick’s Day tradition here in the U.S., all buttery sweetness and dreamy coconut goodness.
8. Pot of Gold Rainbow Truffles
I’m obsessed with these pot of gold rainbow truffles. Crack one open and there’s a bright little surprise waiting in the center. They whip up in no time and disappear even faster, because those creamy, melt away middles are sheer perfection.
9. Cereal Milk Tartlets
You need to experience these cereal milk tartlets. Picture a funfetti blondie crust filled with the silkiest pastry cream made from actual Lucky Charms cereal milk, then crowned with heavenly vanilla bean whipped cream and extra marshmallows. These adorable treats are guaranteed to be the hit of the dessert spread.
10. Grasshopper Pie
Mint, chocolate, and cheesecake come together in this Grasshopper Pie, and it’s pure dreaminess. I love that it’s a completely no bake dessert, silky smooth and wonderfully creamy. You only need about 15 minutes to pull it together, so it’s a total win for your holiday table.
11. Irish Cream Bundt Cake
This Irish cream bundt cake is ridiculously moist and bursting with that iconic Baileys flavor. Think milky vanilla and chocolate sweetness in every single bite. The shortcut recipe makes it a breeze, and it’s truly irresistible.
12. Mint Oreo Fudge
If you’re a mint lover, this Mint Oreo Fudge is about to be your new best friend. It’s sweet with a subtle minty whisper that feels just right for the holiday.
And the best part? It’s completely vegan friendly.
13. Pot of Gold Pretzels
With just ten minutes and four simple ingredients, you can have these Pot of Gold pretzels ready to roll. Kids go absolutely wild for them, and they’re the perfect quick project to get little hands busy at any St. Patrick’s Day party. So easy, so fun.
14. Baileys Irish Cream Parfait Recipe
This Baileys Irish Cream Parfait is a total piece of cake. Whip up this no bake treat in minutes, and it’s the perfectly chill way to cap off a day of celebrating all things Irish. So easy and so creamy.
15. Green Shamrock Sugar Cookies
These green shamrock sugar cookies are everything for March 17th. I mean, what captures the celebration better than a buttery cookie shaped like a shamrock? Get ready to mix, roll, cut, and completely devour these festive and totally yummy sweets.
16. Lucky Charms Bark
Make a little magic with this Lucky Charms bark. Melted rainbow colored chocolate gets topped with handfuls of the cereal and festive sprinkles, then broken into shiny shards. It’s the easiest, most colorful snacking bark for the holiday.
17. Lucky Charms Cookies
I know there are a million ways to use Lucky Charms, but these cookies are my absolute favorite. They’re super soft
18. Mini Chocolate Cake Mix Donuts with Mint Oreos
If you’re after a sweet treat that feels a little bit better for you, these mini chocolate donuts are the answer. They’re baked instead of fried, so they lean a notch healthier, and they turn out incredibly moist every single time. Topped with mint Oreos, they’re absolutely yummy.
19. Baileys Coffee Cupcakes
Need a caffeine kick with your dessert? These light and fluffy coffee cupcakes are topped with a silky Irish cream whiskey buttercream. It’s like sipping a classic Irish coffee, but in cupcake form, ideal for your St. Patrick’s Day treats lineup.
20. Mint Oreo Ice Cream
You won’t believe this homemade Mint Oreo Ice Cream calls for only five basic ingredients and absolutely no ice cream maker. It’s perfectly sweet, incredibly creamy, and scoops like a dream. I serve it at St. Patrick’s Day bashes, but it’s just as perfect for cooling down on a scorching hot afternoon.
21. Leprechaun Booty Dip
Leprechaun Booty Dip is the go-to treat your party didn’t know it needed. It’s easy to stir together and always a crowd pleaser with family and friends. Set it out and watch it vanish in a flash.
22. Baileys Chocolate Irish Cream Cookies
When March comes along, the internet buzzes with all things Baileys, and these cookies are my contribution. They’re crafted with real Irish butter, a hint of cocoa powder, espresso powder, and a double dose of Irish cream. Bake a batch and watch them disappear.
23. Mint Chocolate Lasagna
This Mint Chocolate Lasagna is a no bake legend. I’m talking an Oreo cookie crust, a layer of chocolate pudding, a minty cream cheese filling, and a fluffy swoop of Cool Whip. It’s the ultimate go-to dessert that always disappears first at any St. Patrick’s Day gathering.
24. Baileys Chocolate Cheesecake
This Baileys chocolate cheesecake is dangerously simple to make. It features two luscious layers of intense chocolate and a texture so creamy it’s almost unreal. I whip it up for St. Patrick’s Day, stash it in the freezer, or honestly, just because I’m a diehard Baileys fan.
25. Key Lime Poke Cake
This Key Lime Poke Cake brings all the bright, sunny vibes. A moist yellow cake gets poked and filled with tangy lime curd, then finished with fresh limes and a generous layer of fluffy whipped topping. It’s a ridiculously easy dessert that tastes like pure summer.
26. Shamrock Shake Recipe
You get to recreate the iconic Shamrock Shake right in your own kitchen! All you do is blend ice cream, milk, and mint into a ridiculously creamy, frosty treat. It’s the ultimate sip for the holiday, and it tastes just like the classic you remember.
27. St. Patrick’s Day Treats
Rice Krispie treats are classic, but on St. Paddy’s Day I love to level up. I swap in Lucky Charms and sometimes add a splash of Bailey’s for a little extra kick. This no bake wonder takes just a few minutes and rocks only three ingredients.
28. St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle
This St. Patrick’s Day Brownie Trifle is a quick way to make your celebration feel fancy. It’s all about layers of fudgy brownies, luscious vanilla pudding, and plenty of Oreo goodness, with a pop of festive green. Every spoonful is pure, delicious bliss.
29. Baileys Brownies
Another one for the Baileys obsessed! Picture decadent layers of heavenly Irish cream buttercream frosting and a glossy chocolate ganache. I promise, these brownies will have everyone hooked, especially when the holiday rolls around.