20 movie night snacks that will steal the show
Close the curtains, cosy up on the sofa and press 'play' with these crowd-pleasing snacks and sweet treats
A movie night is never complete without snacks, and this collection of treats – with everything from nachos and toasties to milkshakes and popcorn – will take your evening to the next level.
For more snack ideas and comfort food recipes, see our party food recipes, family film recipes and sharing recipes.
1. Smoky veggie nachos
These vegetarian nachos have a delicious smoky flavour and chilli kick from the sweet smoked paprika and jalapeños, as well as boasting plenty of folate, fibre and vitamin c.
Try more vegetarian Mexican-inspired dishes.
2. Meatball marinara fries
Ideal for an evening in with friends, this recipe uses shop-bought beef meatballs and frozen fries to cut corners, with only 15 minutes of prep required.
Find more more loaded fries recipes.
3. Sweet popcorn
Make a batch of this caramel-coated popcorn for your home movie night – it’s a great snack for sharing, or divide into paper cones to avoid bickering!
If you like the look of this, you'll also love this toffee popcorn bark.
4. Halloumi fries
A bowl of golden, crisp halloumi fries are sure to please everyone on the sofa. This shallow-fried version is great with a sprinkling of za'atar, as well as a pot of spicy yogurt on the side for dipping.
Check out more halloumi recipes.
5. Air-fryer soy & cranberry chicken wings
Make the most of your air-fryer with these flavour-packed chicken wings – simply marinate them in cranberry and soy sauce, then cook in the air-fryer. They're a great option for a buffet too.
Find more air-fryer recipes.
6. Beetroot hummus party platter
This veg-packed platter deserves a spot in your movie night spread – it doesn’t require any cooking, plus it's a fun way of tucking into crunchy summer veg. It also makes a brilliant vegan party platter.
Find more platter recipes as well as the best hummus recipes.
7. Smashed mini jackets
Serve these golden, crisp smashed mini jacket potatoes as part of your movie night feast. You only need three ingredients (potatoes, garlic and olive oil), so they're a great low-effort option when you want a treat without the hassle.
Read our round-up of the most comforting potato recipes.
8. Banana milkshake
This easy banana milkshake, with vanilla ice cream, cinnamon and a swizzle of whipped cream, is a must-make, and can be whipped up in minutes.
Check out more of our milkshake recipes.
9. Waste-nothing loaded potato wedges
Tip golden potato wedges onto a platter, drizzle over cheese sauce and scatter chorizo, spring onions and parsley on top for the ultimate night-in dish. To prevent food waste, use unpeeled potatoes and any cheese and milk that’s almost past its best.
Find more potato wedges recipes.
10. Baked camembert dough ball platter
If you're looking to impress, this rustic tear-and-share dough ball platter with rosemary-spiked camembert fits the bill. Get ready for some serious dipping.
If you're a fan of gooey cheese, check out more baked camembert recipes.
11. Buffalo cauliflower wings
Make these cauli wings for a veggie take on the spicy American classic. Served with an easy homemade ranch dip and celery sticks, they make an excellent sharing treat.
Find more vegetarian comfort food recipes.
12. Pizza fondue dip
Pizza lovers, this gooey dip with tomato, melted cheese and pepperoni is for you. Served with garlic bread or breadsticks, it's sure to get friends and family talking.
For more dip ideas, see our ultimate tomato salsa and nacho cheese sauce.
13. Nachodums
Nachos get an Indian makeover, in the form of crushed poppadoms topped with fried paneer, mango chutney and a speedy homemade raita. Try it for a crunchy, spicy platter your guests will love.
See more nacho recipes.
14. Mini chicken fajitas
Filled with chipotle chicken and peppers, these Tex-Mex party nibbles are a must-try savoury snack. You can also make them ahead for fuss-free entertaining.
Find more tried-and-tested fajita recipes.
15. Kimchi double-cheese toasties
Kimchi is a favourite ingredient of ours, offering a spicy, tangy umami hit, and is especially good in this double-cheese toastie.
Find more cheese toastie recipes.
16. Giant cookie
Kids will love this giant cookie that they can customise with their favourite toppings, like marshmallows, pretzels, nuts, toffee or fudge.
Find our top 10 cookie dough recipes for more baking inspiration.
17. Air-fryer cheese & ham toastie
Get the best out of your air-fryer with a classic toastie. If you fancy mixing things up, try gruyère instead of cheddar, or use sourdough in place of your usual bread.
See our air-fryer recipes for beginners for more ideas.
18. Deep-fried olives
These deep-fried, feta-stuffed olives with juniper-flavoured breadcrumbs and a lemon and vermouth mayonnaise on the side make a fantastic, grown-up snack.
See more of our easy canapés.
19. S'mores dip
This super-chocolatey take on the American campfire classic will win over whoever's on the sofa.
Find more Stateside favourites in our American recipe collection.
20. Air-fryer chicken nuggets
These easy air-fried nuggets are made from scratch but take just 30 minutes in total – you'll never look at shop-bought chicken nuggets the same way again!
See our favourite snack and side dish recipes for more ideas.
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