A fun snack, featuring Goldfish crackers, that kids will love! All you need is celery, cream cheese, ranch dip mix, and Goldfish.
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Aren’t they cute?!
I love those little guys. Easy to make, tasty as can be, and kids go nuts over them. They even make for very special snacks for kids to make themselves.
INGREDIENTS TO MAKE THESE GOLDFISH SNACKS:
- 4 stalks of celery, ends removed, chopped into 3″ long pieces
- 4 oz, plain cream cheese (spreadable, not block shape)
- packet, ranch dressing mix
- 2 cups, Goldfish crackers
- Optional: dried parsley for topping
HOW TO MAKE THESE GOLDFISH SNACKS:
- Combine cream cheese and ranch dressing mix.
- Spread about 1 oz of cream cheese mixture inside of celery.
- Top with 3-4 Goldfish® crackers.
- Sprinkle dried parsley on top.
Don’t you just love the rainbow colors? So delightfully bright and cheery. A snack that comes with its own smiles.
My daughter can’t get enough of them. Thank goodness they’re so easy to whip up. She must be going through another growth spurt because she’s HUNGRY all the time. All caps, no messing around, HUNGRY. And sugary snacks just aren’t going to cut it. I love this snack because it’ll fill her up, but not ruin her lunch or dinner.
I’m constantly looking for good, wholesome snacks that she will actually enjoy. She wants candy, and I’m counting servings of fruits & veggies. It’s always easier on mom and dad when kids go for the good stuff. This is a winner for all.
handy tools to make these snacks even easier:
- mini spatula – nonstick, heat resistant, good for small jobs/spaces
- mixing bowls – microwave safe, 10 sizes
And what kid doesn’t love ranch? None that I’ve met. So I stirred some ranch dressing mix into the cream cheese, and now grown-ups love them too. Call it herbed cream cheese if you’re fancy.
It’s a fun, simple snack to tide the kids over until mealtime. I love it as a better-for-you option when the crankies start taking over my house. Right around 3pm.
Makes for a great party snack too. Something fresh among the chips and cookies. And who can resist a snack that smiles back?!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are goldfish a healthy snack?
They are healthier than a lot of other crackers, but not as healthy as grabbing some fruit or veggies!
What is the serving size for goldfish?
One serving of goldfish is 55 pieces.
Do goldfish have iron?
The original Goldfish do have 4 percent of the daily value for iron.
Cream cheese on celery, topped with Goldfish crackers? Crunchy, creamy…. more, please!
Goldfish Snack
Celery topped with ranch cream cheese and Goldfish crackers.
Ingredients
- 4 stalks of celery, ends removed, chopped into 3" long pieces
- 4 oz, plain cream cheese (spreadable, not block shape)
- packet, ranch dressing mix
- 2 cups, Goldfish crackers
- Optional: dried parsley for topping
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese and ranch dressing mix.
- Spread about 1 oz of cream cheese mixture inside of celery.
- Top with 3-4 Goldfish® crackers.
- Sprinkle dried parsley on top.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 247Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 912mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 7g
Kids getting bored with snacks? Add these to your list of Kid Friendly Snacks!
Emily says
Hey Alison,
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Thanks
Emily
Marina says
So simple to make!