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A Collection of Poolside Snack Recipes

by Magnolia
Published on May 27, 2025

From the refreshing coolness of water meeting your skin to the joyful laughter in a game of Marco Polo, almost nothing beats jumping into the pool on a hot summer day. One of the season’s best places to unwind, we think the only thing that makes a day by the water even better is a cold drink and refreshing snack. With that in mind, we created a list of delicious, easy-to-pack snacks for poolside sustenance and invite you to jump in!

Two coconut berry pops rest on a plate with lime slices

Coconut Berry Pops

by Samantha Seneviratne

Creamy and cold, these pops level up the normal icy treat into something exciting for all ages.

A bowl of chicken buffalo dip sits next to sliced carrots and celery.

Cold Buffalo Chicken Dip

by Joanna Gaines

A snack with a little more protein, this chicken dip is both delicious and filling for a day in the sun.

Three different-flavored baskets of popcorn sit next to each other.

Flavored Popcorn Trio

by Joanna Gaines

Rich, sweet chocolate peanut butter, savory ranch, or classic caramel, it’s up to you which flavor to try (first)!

A bowl of white dip topped with carrots, pine nuts, and herbs sits next to sliced cucumbers, carrots, and radishes.

White Bean Hummus

by Joanna Gaines

Another protein-packed option, this hummus pairs great with carrot sticks and pita chips.

Several different cups of lemonade sit next to each other. The cups rotate in height and the drinks vary in color

Infused Summer Lemonade Recipe

by Magnolia

Sweet, refreshing, with flavor options to keep you on your toes, these lemonade recipes are an ideal poolside companion.

Three smashburgers with lettuce, tomato, and cheese sit on a plate.

Gaines Brother Burgers with Drip Jam

by Joanna Gaines

For poolside grilling, these burgers contain everything you could need in a main: savory, sweet, and a little crunch from the grilled bun.

A plate of homemade potato chips is in focus while a bowl of dip rests to the side.

Homemade Potato Chips

by Joanna Gaines

No picnic is complete without some potato chips and we think a pool day calls for the same quintessentially crunchy snack.

A Weck jar of diced Mediterranean salad.

Mediterranean Salad in a Jar

by Annie Starke

If you’re looking for something healthy and easy to transport, this salad slides right into your pool bag whenever you need it.

A small white dish of dill sliced dill pickles is seasoned with herbs and spices.

​​Dill Pickle Chips

by Elizabeth Poett

Dynamic and salty, these dill pickles are a snack that embraces the fun of summer.


However you snack and splash your way through this season, we hope these recipes bring ease, joy, and a little bit of magic to your time in the water. To sweeten the spread, explore table linens, serveware, and more poolside essentials from our summer collection.