Potluck Recipes

Looking for potluck recipes? Impress friends and family with these crowd-pleasing potluck ideas that range from easy appetizers and sides to elegant dinners and desserts.

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    Red Velvet Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting

    30 reviews

    Celebrate in luscious style with these coconut-topped red velvet cupcakes. The sweet shreds lend fun flair. —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan


    Snickerdoodle Crisps

    7 reviews

    This classic cookie from New England can be made two ways: soft or crunchy. My happy version with cinnamon, ginger...


    Over-the-Top Blueberry Bread Pudding

    55 reviews

    This delicious southern blueberry bread pudding boasts out-of-this-world flavor and eye appeal. You just may want to skip the main...


    Drizzled Gingerbread Biscotti

    1 review

    After stumbling across a community recipe for gingerbread biscotti, I made several batches and tweaked it to our tastes. These...


    Double Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake

    3 reviews

    Every slice of this creamy cheesecake is a standout. The classic pairing of chocolate and coffee is sure to please...


    Slow-Cooker Goetta

    2 reviews

    My husband's grandfather, a German, introduced goetta to me when we first got married. I found a slow-cooker recipe and...


    Broccoli & Chive Stuffed Mini Peppers

    3 reviews

    There's plenty of both crunch and cream in these party appetizers. Fresh chives help them really stand out. —Jean McKenzie,...


    Elegant Fresh Berry Tart

    2 reviews

    This elegant tart was my first original creation. If other fresh fruits are used, adjust the simple syrup flavor to...

    Chicken Hash Brown Casserole

    37 reviews

    The first time I served this Chicken Hash Brown Casserole was to a family with five children. The kids and...


    Easy Peanut Brittle

    18 reviews

    Whenever my grandmother was in the kitchen, everything had to be "just so" to guarantee her time-tested results. Watching her...


    Best Date Bars

    9 reviews

    These wholesome bar cookies freeze well. Simply cool them in the pan, cut into squares and store them in airtight...


    White Chocolate Fruit Tart

    15 reviews

    It takes a little time to make, but this tart is absolutely marvelous, especially in summer when fresh fruit is...


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    Fresh Pear Bread

    77 reviews

    When our tree branches are loaded with ripe and juicy fruit, I treat my family and friends to lots of...


    Sugared Date Balls

    4 reviews

    When I was a youngster, Mom always baked these tender old-fashioned cookies dotted with chewy dates and crunchy walnuts. Much...


    Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

    32 reviews

    I first made this fresh fruit salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this...


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    Taco Salad for a Large Crowd

    61 reviews

    I made this huge taco salad to bring to a party and people were scrambling to figure out who made...


    Broccoli Mac & Cheese Bake

    16 reviews

    My husband made a version of this casserole for me on our first date. Over the 11 years we’ve been...

    Sensational Tiramisu

    12 reviews

    This light version of the popular Italian dessert is moist and creamy, and cuts so well into pretty layered squares....


    Summertime Tea

    8 reviews

    You can’t have a summer gathering around here without this sweet tea to cool you down. It’s wonderful for sipping...


    Easy Lemon Berry Tartlets

    3 reviews

    These fruity, flaky tartlets filled with raspberries and topped with lemon-tinged cream cheese are a sweet ending to any weeknight...


    Italian Honey Clusters

    5 reviews

    My mother made these treats, known as struffoli in Italian, for neighbors, teachers and anyone who stopped by. This is...


    Italian Sausage Egg Bake

    18 reviews

    This hearty entree warms up any breakfast or brunch menu with its herb-seasoned flavor. —Darlene Markham, Rochester, New York


    Buttery Cajun Popcorn

    1 review

    Cheesy and spicy, this finger-lickin' snack with just a hint of lime is downright addictive! —Beth Stengel, North Hollywood, California

    Mexican Layer Dip

    1 review

    This adaptable Mexican layer dip is like a magnet to hungry guests at our family get-togethers and casual parties. It’s...


    Moroccan Stuffed Mushrooms

    3 reviews

    Coriander and cumin are zesty updates to the familiar stuffed mushrooms. The addition of couscous makes them very filling and...


    Lime-Honey Fruit Salad

    5 reviews

    Nothing is more refreshing to me than a seasonal fruit salad enhanced with this simple honey-lime dressing. —Victoria Shevlin, Cape...


    Chuck Roast Dinner

    6 reviews

    A tasty tomato sauce nicely coats this comforting combination of beef, potatoes and carrots. My father gave me the recipe....


    Easy Mexican Brownies

    4 reviews

    I was hosting a fun Mexican-themed cocktail party and needed a quick dessert. Dressing up an ordinary boxed brownie mix...


    Gooey Lemon Rolls

    My mother made these hard-to-resist rolls when I was young. I always warm up after having one, and so will...