There’s a dessert for every occasion.
It’s the ultimate compliment when you hear, “Who made the chicken salad?
I have got to get that recipe!
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These potluck desserts have high yields for even the largest gatherings, and there’s something for every occasion.
Chocolate Ganache and Marshmallow Topping account for the other layers.
To make the Marshmallow Topping, you only need two ingredients.
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Mississippi Mud Cake
No one ever turns down this classic Southern sheet cake at a potluck.
This traditional dessert combines marshmallows, chopped pecans, and decadent chocolate frosting.
The best part is it only takes 15 minutes to assemble.
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With its extra-large size, it feeds 15 (or more if you cut smaller pieces).
Just don’t forget the ice cream.
For an even easier time, skip the glaze and dust with powdered sugar instead.
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you’re free to change up the fillings to meet your preferences.
Strawberries-and-Cream Sheet Cake
This party-perfect sheet cake tastes like spring in a bite.
Strawberry and lemon flavors blend seamlessly in this mixture.
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Garnish with fresh strawberries when in season.
Chocolate Lasagna
Since we rediscovered this vintage recipe, we prefer sweet lasagna over savory.
This recipe is excellent for preparing for those last-minute events.
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It assembles quickly, and party-goers will eat it even faster.
Fudge Cake
This decadent chocolate cake comes together with a handful of pantry staples.
With only 15 minutes of hands-on time, this dessert is an all-encompassing chocolate fan’s dream.
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Toast the pecans before chopping them for extra flavoring.
While it cools, focus on some impressive potluck sides.
to make a huge batch of these sweet peanut butter cookies.
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When short on time, mix these pantry staples into a delicious cookie mixture.
After baking, allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Layers of pecan-filled crust add a nutty flavoring and crispy texture to this cobbler.
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Make these treats a month before your event, and keep them in the freezer.
With 20 minutes of active time, these lemon bars are perfectly tart and sweet.
Butterscotch Fudge
Switch up your traditional fudge recipe this fall with a butterscotch twist.
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This fudge recipe is more straightforward than others because the butterscotch and white chocolate chips help set the candy.
You don’t need to worry about cooking it to a specific temperature like traditional fudge.
Toasted almond slices and dried cranberries combine for these festive drop cookies.
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To brighten the mixture, try adding a little orange zest.
The most challenging part of this recipe is allowing the chocolate layers to firm up before slicing into it.
you’ve got the option to store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
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Mini Triple-Chocolate Buttermilk Pound Cakes
These mini pound cakes are the best for quick grab-and-go service.
Espresso helps make this mixture extra moist and enhances the chocolate flavoring.
Vintage Fresh Apple Cake
This warm fall cake would be perfect for the church homecoming potluck.
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Layers of moist cake have all the fall flavors, like apples, cinnamon, and nuts.
This cake will be a hit, topped withCream Cheese Frostingat any event.
Two types of chocolate make this recipe even sweeter.
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After baking, sprinkle with flaky sea salt to enhance the cookie flavoring.
Enjoy a twist on this classic treat.
Red Velvet-Raspberry Tiramisu Trifle
This stunning dessert would be festive for a Christmas potluck.
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It combines your favorite flavors in one trifle.
To make, layer raspberry, orange, and rich red velvet madeleines between sweet layers of mascarpone.
Adding the icing to a warm cake helps meld together for the most indulgent result.
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This decadent, chocolaty treat is iconic.
Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies
Has anyone ever been able to turn one of these bite-sized beauties down?
Peanut butter and chocolate are a classic duo for a reason.
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In about 20 minutes, you’re free to have three dozen delicious, irresistible treats.
Crushed canned pineapple gives this cake its moist texture.
Add a pineapple wedge as a garnish to honor this traditional cake and make these cupcakes look beautiful.
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This recipe makes about five dozen cookies, so there will be plenty to share.
Lemon-Cream Cheese Frosting is a bright and tangy complement to this simple cake.
Garnishes are a great way to add some more color to this dessert.
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see to it to add the icing while it is still warm, so it spills over the cake.
Cherry Pie Bars
Enjoy classic cherry pie in big-batch form with these bars.
The simple and sweet ingredient list is mainly pantry staples.
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Store these bars, wrapped in aluminum foil, for up to three days.
Not that it’s a competition, but you’d definitely win if it were.
These cookies, topped with maraschino cherries, are as adorable as delicious.
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The pairing you’ve been looking for in a fall-themed dessert?
Chopped mini candy bars and spiced cream cheese frosting.
Use extra candy bars to crumble on top because, why not?
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Homemade Brownies
When in doubt, a batch of warm brownies will always be well-received.
This recipe is a great base for any brownie variation you’re able to think to make.
Wait for the brownies to cool before crumbling pieces into the trifle’s layers.
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Crushed toffee-flavored candy bars are the perfect garnish.
verify to avoid boiling the cream and sugar.
These no-bake treats will be your new favorite.
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This fudge, also known as Million Dollar Fudge, is ultra-creamy and sweet.
This fudge lasts for two weeks and up to three months in the freezer.
Incredibly, adding soda can create an ultra-moist and decadent dessert.
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The Coca-Cola frosting seals the deal when declaring this cake a classic.
Cranberry Dreamsicle Trifle
Orange and cranberry pair wonderfully in this trifle.
Sprigs of fresh rosemary are a festive garnish if you make this trifle for a holiday party.
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The longer this dessert sits, the better it will taste.
It’s like pecan pie but better.
Drizzle with caramel sauce.
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Mini Confetti Cakes
These sweet little cakes will wow everyone at your spring potluck.
Homemade whipped cream provides the perfect base for decorating.
Shop for edible flowers at a specialty grocery store.
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Both pumpkin and chocolate fans will be happy with this brownie combination.
For the ideal slice, let the brownies chill overnight.
Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies
These cookies couldn’t be stuffed with more sweetness if we tried.
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Feel free to customize it to your liking, but this recipe will surely be a hit.
These bars still have all the classic pecan pie ingredients.
Try drizzling chocolate on top for even more flavoring.
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A platter of these colorful cookies will surely delight.
A sheet cake is always a winner, but this one is sure to dazzle.
Use your bounty of sweet peaches to make a crisp that will serve a crowd.
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Bake a double dozen of these sweet and salty cornflake cookies to wow the entire crowd.
While the combination is delicious, it’s the white-chocolate graham cracker crust that tops it off.
Monster Cookies
A cookie with all of our favorite things!
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Red Velvet Brownies
Brownies of any kind are always an can’t-be-beat decision.
The iconic Southern dessert made into a grab-and-go treat that’s made for sharing.
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