Thanksgiving Cheese Ideas for Kids

If you’re hunting for Thanksgiving cheese ideas for kids, we’ve got you! When setting up the Thanksgiving table, cheese is an easy and popular snack choice. Typically, kids love cheese just as much as adults, so don’t leave them out!

This year, try out one or two of these fun and easy Thanksgiving cheese ideas for kids. Choose snacks that are festive, tasty, and perfect for little hands.

Cheese Turkeys

Cheese turkeys are a playful way to bring a touch of Thanksgiving spirit to snack time. To make these adorable treats, all you need are cheese rounds, veggie slices, and pretzel sticks.

Here’s how to create your own cheesy turkeys:

1. Prepare the cheese rounds: choose something like Brick cheese that you can slice and can into rounds. This works well for this project. Place one cheese round per turkey on a platter.
2. Add pretzel “feathers”:  insert small pretzel sticks into the top half of the cheese round to create feather-like fanning behind the turkey’s head.
3. Decorate with veggies: use a small slice of carrot for the turkey’s beak and black olives or edible markers for eyes.
4. Add “wattles”: a small piece of red pepper or dried cranberry works perfectly to give your turkey that Thanksgiving charm.

Kids can even help assemble their own cheese turkeys, adding a personal touch to the display. Arrange the turkeys on a tray with additional veggie sticks and crackers to create a Thanksgiving-themed snack platter that’s both fun and delicious.

Mini Cheese Logs

Cheese sticks are a holiday classic, but turning them into mini versions on a stick makes them extra fun and easy for kids to enjoy.

These bite-sized treats are perfect for little hands, and the different coatings give each one a unique flavor and look. Here’s how to make your own platter of mini cheese balls on a stick.

Ingredients

• 8 oz. cream cheese or goat’s cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Toppings for rolling (chopped nuts, dried cherries, fresh herbs like parsley or chives)
• Mini skewers

Instructions

1. Make the cheese mixture: In a bowl, combine the cream or goat’s cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined and smooth.
2. Form the cheese logs: Use a spoon to scoop small portions of the cheese mixture, then roll each into a oblong log shape with your hands.
3. Roll in toppings: Set out small bowls of your toppings (chopped nuts, dried cranberries, herbs) and roll each cheese ball in your choice of coating. For a festive look, create a variety platter by using different toppings for different balls.
4. Assemble with sticks: Insert a toothpick or mini skewer into each cheese log to make it easy for kids to grab.

Arrange the mini cheese logs on a platter, alternating between the different coatings to create a colorful display. These little snacks are perfect for a Thanksgiving party or a family gathering, giving kids the chance to try new flavors while enjoying a familiar treat.

Cheese and Fruit Kabobs

If your kids like fruit, adding it to cheese on a kabob is a surefire way to make it even more appealing. Use cubes of mild cheese, like cheddar or mozzarella, and pair them with kid-friendly fruits like grapes, strawberries, or pineapple.

Simply thread the cheese and fruit onto small skewers or toothpicks, alternating between the two for a fun and nutritious snack. This snack is quick to assemble and can be tailored to include your kids’ favorite fruits.

These kid-friendly cheese snacks bring holiday joy to the table with minimal fuss and lots of fun. They’re easy to make, visually festive, and, best of all, they help make holiday gatherings more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone—even the smallest guests!

Wrapping It Up

We hope this post brought you some family fun inspiration! Don’t forget to check out our selection of cheeses here, plus our selection of accompaniments.