Baby Shower Recipes

Make the mom-to-be feel like a VIP with these baby shower recipes, from cute appetizers and mini foods to punches and desserts. Our easy party-planning ideas will let you pull it off like a pro.

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    Raspberry Iced Tea

    17 reviews

    One sip and you'll likely agree that this is the best flavored tea you've ever tasted. —Chris Wilson, Sellersville, Pennsylvania


    Lemon Blueberry Drop Scones

    23 reviews

    I enjoy serving these fruity scones for baby and bridal showers. They're a bit lower in fat than most other...


    Old-Fashioned Coconut Pie

    6 reviews

    My husband says it's not good cooking unless it's made from scratch. This is an old-fashioned way of making coconut...


    Lemon & Rosemary Butter Cookies

    3 reviews

    Cooling lemon and aromatic rosemary make these butter cookies stand out at the holidays. I use them to punch up...


    Napoleon Cremes

    3 reviews

    For the annual Christmas open house we host, I set out a buffet with lots of food and candies like...


    Pink Rhubarb Punch

    4 reviews

    Rhubarb is the featured ingredient in this blush-colored punch. A friend passed the recipe on to me, and we enjoy...


    Smooth Sweet Tea

    4 reviews

    A pinch of baking soda eliminates bitterness in this smooth and easy-to-sip tea and it has just the right amount...


    Blueberry Streusel Muffins

    58 reviews

    What a joy to set out a basket of these moist blueberry muffins with crumb topping on the brunch buffet....

    Brown Sugar Cutout Cookies

    2 reviews

    Our neighbor made these for me when I was little, and now I make them for my kids, my grandkids...


    Lemony Fruit Dip

    As a way to encourage my kids to eat more fruit, I prepare this fluffy dip several times a month....


    All-Occasion Punch

    To keep the punch cold while adding extra color, I like to make an ice ring out of cherry soda...


    Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

    4 reviews

    My children wanted to plant a garden, and we ended up with buckets of cucumbers. When I tired of making...


    Grapefruit Yogurt Cake

    1 review

    We eat grapefruit for breakfast and in winter fruit salads—why not for dessert? Here's a sweet-tart cake that's easy, delicious...


    Smoked Salmon New Potatoes

    Give twice-baked potatoes a rest this year and try these stuffed spuds. Smoked salmon and cream cheese blended with...


    Watermelon-Lime Cooler

    When temps heat up, chill some glasses and cool down with a slushy blend of watermelon, lime and ginger ale....


    Lemon Thyme Icebox Cookies

    4 reviews

    I found this recipe at my grandmother's house, and I made it as soon as I got home. The lovely...


    Raspberry Refresher

    1 review

    This recipe explodes with raspberry flavor! It's a wonderful summertime treat.—Doreen Patterson, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia

    Triple Chocolate Mousse Torte

    5 reviews

    When it's too hot to bake something sweet but you're craving chocolate, my chocolate mousse torte is all you need....


    Peach-Basil Cooler

    1 review

    Mix peaches and basil with club soda for a cool and refreshing mocktail! —Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida


    Crab Phyllo Cups

    2 reviews

    I always like a dot of chili sauce on top of these easy snacks. If you're out of crab, try...


    Chai Truffle Tart

    1 review

    My chai-flavored tart boasts chocolate and caramel layers tucked inside a salty pretzel crust. Truffles on top make it extra...


    Sparkling Ginger Lemonade

    9 reviews

    Chill out with this delightful ginger lemonade perfect for springtime bridal showers or hot summer days on the deck. It's...


    Citrus Grape Drink

    1 review

    My mom made this often while I was growing up and I loved it. When I got married, I requested...

    Surprise Meringues

    6 reviews

    These crisp, delicate cookies are light as a feather. Mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts are a delightful and yummy...


    Buttermilk Angel Biscuits

    6 reviews

    When I make these slightly sweet biscuits, sometimes I cut them and fold over one side about a third of...


    Simple Luncheon Salad

    1 review

    "For a bridal shower or summer buffet, this colorful crunchy chicken salad is a perfect choice," notes Pat Stevens, field...


    Watermelon Baby Carriage

    3 reviews

    This fruit-filled carriage was made for my daughter's baby shower and was a huge hit. Fill it with any fruit...


    Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Dressing

    8 reviews

    Berries add a pop of color to this favorite salad that’s part of my gluten-free menu. My challenge is to...


    Pastel Tea Cookies

    1 review

    These glazed sugar cookies are perfect for nibbling between sips at a tea party, graduation or shower. —Lori Henry, Elkhart,...