From salty to sweet, no church gathering is complete without plenty of snacks.

These are the recipes your Grandma refused to share with any of her church friendsthey’re that good.

This recipe collection is proof that sometimes, simple is really best.

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They also make great refreshment ideas forchurch events.

They come together with just 15 minutes of hands-on time.

We like serving with a variety of crackers and cut vegetables.

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It’s also much easier to transport than a layer cake.

Nuts And Bolts

This homemade snack mix is made for munching.

Plus, you’ll need just four ingredients, plus an assortment of crackers and apples for dipping.

Bacon Bow Tie Crackers

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Like many of our favorite appetizer recipes, it just requires two ingredients.

Thanks to the slow cooker, it’s easy to keep this dish warm.

It’s great on its own or with fresh berries on top.

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Plus, the recipe makes 10 dozen, so there will be plenty with just one batch.

Muddy Buddy Mix

There’s no baking required to pull together this sweet snack.

In addition to powdered sugar, we add some unsweetened cocoa to the coating of this classic snack.

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They come together from start to finish in just 30 minutes.

Pimiento Cheese

it’s possible for you to never go wrong with this Southern staple.

Just ensure to grate your own cheese for this recipe just like Grandma does.

Nuts And Bolts

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Sausage Balls

Sausage balls come together with just three ingredients.

Ham salad is delicious on its own, but is even better when served on a cheesy puff.

Homemade Chicken Salad

This simple old-fashioned recipe will keep everyone full, and happy.

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It can be served over greens, with crackers, or on bread.

Cream Cheese Brownies

Cream cheese ensures that these brownies have an extra-gooey texture.

Warm Cheese Box Bites

This classic community cookbook recipe is best when served warm.

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Two ingredients and 20 minutes will solve your hosting woes in a flashand no one will be the wiser.

Serve with crackers or crudite.

Make a couple dozen and watch them disappear.

Grape Jelly Meatballs

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Luscious lemon bars on parchment paper

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Buttery Toasted Pecans

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Cheese Straws

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Muddy Buddy Mix

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Ham-And-Cheese Sliders

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Toasted Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

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Southern Living Basic Pimento Cheese in a bowl to serve with crackers and vegetables

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Southern Living Mamie Eisenhower Chocolate Fudge cut and ready to serve

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Peanut Butter-Fudge Bars

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Egg Salad Sandwiches

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Cheese Dreams

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Cheese Puffs with Ham Salad

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Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad in a red dish with strawberry linen

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Homemade Chicken Salad on a white plate with lettuce leaves, tomatoes, and crackers

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Cream Cheese Brownies

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Warm Cheese Box Bites

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Smoky Snack Mix

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Southern Living Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Peppers on a blue platter to serve

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All-Time Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Southern Living Cheese Slaw in a bowl to serve

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Southern Living Heaven in a Bowl ready to serve

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Southern Living Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches on a tray to serve

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Southern Living Pimento Cheese Flatbread on a board to serve with extra pimento cheese

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