Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a fun St. Patrick’s Day activity, kids will adore this edible matching game. Chocolate for breakfast? Yes—every kid’s dream. Matching games have always been a favorite and this version is quick and simple to make in about 10 minutes. All you need are Hershey Kisses, small round labels and a handful of markers. You can pick any color scheme, but a rainbow fits the holiday perfectly. Then it’s time to exercise those memory skills…
Supply List:
Hershey Kisses (I used the Creme De Menthe flavor for the green color)
3/4″ round white labels
Markers
How to make it:
Color the round labels, making two labels of each color you choose. I used rainbow colors and also added a gold dot with a stamp pad because I didn’t have a gold marker. Allow the ink to dry for a few minutes, then peel the labels and stick them to the bottom of the Hershey Kisses. That’s it—simple and effective.
Set up the kisses face down in a grid for a classic memory matching game. Players take turns flipping two kisses at a time, trying to find matching colors. When a match is found, the player keeps the pair and earns a point. Play continues until all pairs are matched. The winner is the player with the most pairs—and everyone gets to eat the chocolates at the end.
Everyone wins with this game—win or lose, the pieces are delicious rewards. It’s an easy, low-cost activity that works well at parties, classroom events or family gatherings.
All photos by Studio DIY
Variations and tips:
- Adapt the game for any occasion by changing colors or themes.
- Use numbers, letters or small drawings for an educational twist.
- Make favors by packaging a set of labeled kisses in a small bag or box.
- To increase durability, use waterproof labels or a light coat of clear sealer on the drawn labels before applying them to the candy.
This project is easily customized—grab a stack of labels and your favorite markers and you’ll have a fun, edible memory game in minutes.