20 Unique Blue Food Ideas For Your Next Gathering (2024)

Color themed parties are a unique way to add a bit of extra fun to any special occasion. You can make color a major part of a potluck dinner, bachelorette party, or pool party. Besides outfits and decorations, you’ll need some blue food ideas to keep the theme going. That’s where we come in! At Peerspace, we collect not only party ideas but also party spaces to host a special event. From bat mitzvahs to birthdays, you’ll find special event venues with all of the amenities you’re looking for. So keep that in mind as you browse our list of unique blue food ideas for your next gathering! 

1. Blue marshmallow glazed popcorn

Start your blue food table off with a tasty popcorn treat! Popcorn drizzled with blue marshmallow glaze is a sweet and salty treat that everyone will love. For a child’s birthday party, you can make it cookie monster-themed with googly candy eyes and mini Oreo cookies! 

2. Blue moon ice cream

No list of the best blue food ideas would be complete without this famous Midwestern staple! Blue Moon ice cream (also called Smurf ice cream) is a lovely sky-blue tone and a flavor that’s hard to place. Some say it’s reminiscent of fruit loops while others taste almond or raspberry. Blue Moon ice cream isn’t hard to make; you don’t even need an ice cream maker with this recipe!

3. Blue pancakes

Looking for a breakfast blue food for a brunch or early birthday celebration? How about blue pancakes? There are two ways to go about making them. You can use a standard pancake recipe and add blue food dye to the mix before they hit the griddle. Or you can use blue spirulina, crushed blueberries, or a similar additive, per this recipe.

Blue pancake brunches need blueberry syrup and a dining space suitable for the occasion! Did you know that Peerspace has beautiful brunch party spaces near you? From intimate cafes to banquet halls that seat hundreds, our venues are the perfect match for a blue-themed special event.

4. Blue sushi

Blue sushi isn’t sushi that’s gone bad! You can color the rice beforehand using food coloring for a delightful take on this international staple. For vegetarians and vegans, omit the fish and use tofu or brightly colored vegetables instead.

5. Blue deviled eggs

Blue deviled eggs are another savory dish that’s as fun to make as it is beautiful. They take a little more time than traditional eggs since you have to first boil them and then soak them in your blue dye. Rather than food coloring, this recipe calls for red cabbage juice that’s adjusted with baking soda to turn more of a blue shade. If you don’t mind using artificial ingredients, a soak in blue food coloring will work just as well to turn your treats robin’s egg blue!

6. Blue cheese stuffed mushrooms

Scrumptious appetizers like stuffed mushrooms will fly off of the plate in a heartbeat. Mushrooms aren’t normally blue but we can stick to the theme by using blue cheese as a main ingredient! You’ll want to add extra ingredients to your blue cheese, like stuffing, bacon, herbs, or garlic. Pack the mixture into each mushroom and then follow the recipe to bake them.

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7. Blue corn tortilla chips

For a fast blue food idea that you can have ready in just minutes, head to your local grocery store and pick up some bags of blue corn tortilla chips! The antioxidant-rich blue corn makes them the chips of choice for the health-conscious. Add a few cans of salsa, bean dip, and queso for a perfect instant blue party snack!

8. Blue cotton candy

Blue cotton candy is another blue food idea that requires no preparation (unless you happen to have a cotton candy machine on hand). Children love blue cotton candy for its texture and you can buy some for a kids’ birthday party right here! 

9. Blue fruit punch

Looking for a party punch with a bit of an alcoholic kick? Check out this blue party punch recipe, made with pineapple juice, pineapple rum, coconut rum, and blue curaçao liqueur for color! Add chunks of coconut, pineapple, and fresh flowers to make it an even more beautiful offering!

10. Blue ice cream floats

Mix sweet sugar and rich milk with a blue ice cream float. They are delicious, beautiful to look at, and easy to make using this recipe! If you want to keep to the theme, buy (or make; see above) blue moon ice cream rather than vanilla or dyed ice cream!

11. Blue chocolate chip cookies

Blue chocolate chip cookies are one food idea that’s guaranteed to be a hit at the snack table. You can follow this blue cookie recipe as well as any recipe for standard chocolate chip cookies. Simply add blue food coloring as you mix the batter. We prefer swapping out the regular brown chocolate chips for striking white chocolate or cream cheese chips as they look better.

12. Blue hummus dip

Are you looking for a blue food idea that’s not so sweet and pairs well with vegetables? Make some blue hummus dip for the snack area! Blue hummus can be made one of two ways: you can use store-bought hummus and mix in blue food dye. Or you can make your own hummus using this recipe! Use blue carrot puree or blue spirulina powder to create the blue color if you want all-natural ingredients. Homemade hummus not only tastes better but you can flavor it further with garlic, paprika, and other additions.

13. Chips with blueberry salsa

We already mentioned blue corn chips but how about a dip that sticks to the theme? Buy or make your own blueberry salsa dip! It’s a fresh and sweet dip that’s a nice departure from the traditional tomato and cheese-based versions.

Need inspiration beyond the menu? Then check out these blue-themed party ideas for adults next!

14. Blue potato salad

Potato salad is a classic party food for pool parties, bridal showers, and other special events. If your party is blue-themed, try making this blue potato salad recipe! It’s the perfect side dish for grilled burgers, hot dogs, fries, and other traditional outdoor party food and the blue color will have everyone interested in tasting it!

15. Blackberry and feta spinach salad

Add some greens to the mix with this delightful blackberry and feta spinach salad recipe. The cheese adds a nice, salty umami kick to the salad, which balances the sweetness of the blackberries with the fresh spinach base. You can keep the dressing simple with a bit of vinegar and oil or top it with a richer dressing instead. You can use blueberries instead of blackberries for this recipe as well!

16. Blue cornmeal pancakes

Check out this recipe for Santa Fe-style blue cornmeal pancakes! Corn is the traditional grain of the Americas and has a distinctive flavor from the wheat pancakes that so many of us are used to. Use blueberry syrup for added blue flavor – or maple syrup if you want a more traditional pancake breakfast.

17. Blue cornbread

Soft and tender cornbread can be made using blue corn instead of the usual yellow cornflour. Blue cornbread can be sweet or savory, depending on your preferences. You can even mix in jalapenos or cheese!

18. Purple cauliflower & blue cheese soup

Purple cauliflower has a beautiful hue that adds color and zest to any dish. Roast or sautee your cauliflower in a pot or pan together with garlic, onions, oil, and herbs. Puree the mixture in a blender with vegetable broth until you reach the proper consistency and sprinkle blue cheese on top for a rich soup side. Purple cauliflower and blue cheese soup is a savory meal for a potluck party!

If your potluck guest list has outgrown the seating of your dining room, think about booking a venue through Peerspace. We have dinner venues like banquet halls and restaurant private rooms where you can host an unforgettable potluck dinner with friends!

19. Butterfly blue boba milk tea

Butterfly blue boba milk tea is a Taiwanese drink that’s taken the world by storm! Unlike many other blue food ideas, the color of this drink is all-natural since it comes from butterfly pea powder. This sweet, caffeine-free tea is a flavor and texture explosion that your guests will be thrilled to try!

20. Fresh blueberries

Fresh blueberries are delightfully sweet and delicious all on their own! A bowl of these will disappear from the snack table in a flash. You can add a bit of whipped cream as a dip or mix your bowl of blueberries with blackberries for added blue color.

Blue food ideas: conclusion

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No blue party would be complete without blue food and drinks to go along with it. From fruit punch to stuffed mushrooms, there are endless ways to work blue food ideas into the gathering. As you can see, Peerspace has not only the best party ideas but also the best venues! We help people make special memories thanks to our large collection of party venues near you. Check it out sometime and find a beautiful space to host a blue-themed wedding reception or birthday party!

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