17 Grinch Inspired Recipes to Make for Your Holiday Movie Night
In case you haven’t heard, the Grinch is coming to town! And to get into the holiday spirit, we’re going to be cooking up some Grinch inspired recipes. These easy recipes are perfect for a movie night or Christmas party.
We’ve got everything from green cocktails to Grinch themed desserts. So gather your friends and family and get ready to celebrate with some delicious Grinch food!

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What Makes a “Grinch Food”
Before we get into the recipes, let’s talk about what makes a Grinch food. Any food that is green, has an obvious reference to the Grinch, or is just generally fun and festive can be considered a “Grinch food”. So don’t be afraid to get creative when it comes to your recipes!
You could also use more Dr. Seuss inspired recipes, like green eggs and ham!
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How to Make Grinch Green with Food Coloring
Many of the recipes here will require you to make your food green.
Fortunately, it’s really easy to do! All you need is some food coloring and a few drops can turn any dish Grinch-green.
If you’re looking for a more natural way to get that signature Grinch color, then try using matcha powder.
Matcha powder is made from ground green tea leaves and it’s a great way to add some natural color without affecting the flavor of your dish.
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Grinch Food and Drink Ideas
Now that you know how to make your food Grinch-green, it’s time to get cooking! Here are 17 of our all-time favorite Grinch food and drinks to make!
These fun and festive Grinch Cupcakes are made with a creamy Peppermint Frosting and topped with an adorable “Whoville” tree! They’re the perfect treat to enjoy during the holidays.
These adorable Grinch Fruit Kabobs are a great healthy holiday treat for kids and adults! This recipe is made vegan and gluten-free.
These adorable Grinch meringue pops are perfect for Christmas! They make a great dessert or snack for kids, and they're so cute.
Grinch Snowball Cookies are buttery, delicious, and packed full of chopped pistachios and cranberries for a holiday treat that everyone will love…even Mr. Grinch!!
Naughty or Nice Grinch Hot Chocolate is the perfect addition to your next holiday party or movie night. This simple hot chocolate recipe is flavored with peppermint schnapps or extract, making it perfect for kids and adults!
These soft, chewy Grinch Sugar Cookies are colored green for the holidays, rolled in sugar, and decorated with a red heart. They are so simple to make; no chilling, rolling, or cutting required!
This Pistachio Pie is the perfect recipe for Grinch night! With a prep time of under 10 minutes and it’s creamy deliciousness, you can’t go wrong.
The kids aren’t the only ones that deserve a treat this holiday season, and with these boozy Grinch milkshakes are the perfect grownup treat this Christmas.
Grinch fudge is so jolly that it is sure to make even the smallest heart grow three sizes in one day. With spicy cinnamon Red Hots and peppermint flavor and the sweetness of classic fudge, this Grinch fudge makes the most of all the holiday flavors.
Christmas Grinch Punch is the perfect holiday drink to get your family in the mood to CELEBRATE! It’s bright green and festive, with a tiny little maraschino heart in the center of each glass.
Grinch Pretzels are a tasty treat for the holidays. These candy coated pretzels with heart sprinkles are the perfect mix of salty and sweet, and will be sure to put a smile on everyone's face.
Sweet and creamy, this Grinch Dip is perfect for dipping cookies and fruits. Make a colorful Christmas display with this cake mix dip topped with red heart sprinkles for your holiday guests to enjoy!
These are easy and cute Grinch cookies made with cake mix! They are soft and gooey and perfect for the holidays’ season!
Enjoy a non-alcoholic Grinch Punch this holiday season - it's easy to make and has just the right balance of sweet and sour with just a touch of bitterness.
Grinch mimosas are the perfect addition to your holiday brunch table. These festive cocktails are made with champagne, orange juice, and blue curacao for a perfectly grinchy green hue.
Don't be a mean one, share this Christmas Grinch Bark. Easy to make and perfect to pass out as gifts.
Final Thoughts
We hope these Grinch food and drink recipes have given you some inspiration for your holiday movie night or Christmas party.
No matter what kind of recipes you choose to make, just remember to have fun and keep it festive! Make a cup of homemade eggnog and Christmas cookies to get into the holiday spirit.
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