Summer’s almost here, and when could there be a more perfect time for a backyard dinosaur party, am I right?
Even if it’s just a small gathering of some dinosaur toys in the warm grass, a couple of dino-themed treats will take the party to the next level. From Jurassic Jell-O shots to erupting lava cake, the treats ahead will have you covered.
Originally published June 2015. Updated May 2017.
T.rex watermelon
Undoubtably the best way to get kids (and adults) to eat fruit.
Fondant dinos
Master these fondant dinos, and you can make any dessert worthy of a Jurassic Park viewing party.
Pretzel fossils
Mini pretzel sticks and marshmallows covered in white chocolate make perfect mini dino fossils.
Wafflesaurus
What better way to start your day than with a delicious dino-riffic waffle?
Dino pudding cups
These “dirt cake” pudding cups are the perfect way to serve up some dinosaur realness.
T. rex cake
While this T. rex tries to dig itself out of this cake, you’ll be digging in.
Dino toast
Some clever cutting makes your toast with cheese and veggies look like a scene out of Jurassic World.
Fossil breadsticks
Tomato “lava” soup with dinosaur fossil breadsticks are a perfect lunch for any dino lover.
Bagelbitesaurus
Combine a guilty pleasure snack food with some fresh veggies in a whimsical dino shape.
S’mores fossil cake
Dinosaurs and s’mores — who could ask for a better combination?
Pteranodon nests
These treats, filled with candy eggs, look just like a flying dino’s nest.
Chocolate dino dropping
Sure, dino droppings are gross, but they’re also pretty hilarious.
Erupting volcano cake
This erupting volcano cake will liven up even the dullest party.
Dino track cookies
Use a clean dinosaur figurine foot to make tracks in your fave cookie dough before baking.
Ice cream excavation
Ice cream somehow gets even more fun when you hide dinosaur fossils inside.
Jurassic Park party
These fun Jell-O shots hold gummy candy dino “fossils.” Who ever said dinosaurs are just for kids?
Dino egg treats
Rice Krispies are so much tastier when they look like dino eggs.
Dino bento lunch
Bringing lunch from home is way more exciting when you have a triceratops in your lunchbox.
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