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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    Lemon Thyme Icebox Cookies

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


    Roasted Grape Crostini

    A trip to Spain introduced me to its culinary treasures, like Manchego cheese and sherry. This appetizer always impresses folks...


    Watermelon Baby Carriage

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


    Apricot-Filled Sandwich Cookies

    I bake these delightful cookies every year for Christmas and when I share a tray of my homemade treats with...


    Sparkling Cranberry Kiss

    I love the tartness of cranberries in cold beverages, and this recipe is easily doubled, tripled or even quadrupled. —Shannon...


    Buttermilk Angel Biscuits

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


    Spanish Coffee

    You’ll look forward to dessert even more when this warm and welcoming after-dinner drink is on the menu. —Sharon Tipton,...


    Layered Mediterranean Dip with Pita Chips

    Not your ordinary layer dip, the bold combination of hummus and Greek yogurt will be a new most-requested recipe at...

    Smooth Sweet Tea

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


    Lemon Bark

    I wasn't a fan of white chocolate until I made this candy. It's tangy, sweet and creamy all at the...


    Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

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


    Candied Pecan Pear Salad

    For special occasions, I like to dress up packaged salad greens with sweet pears, crunchy pecans and a slightly tart...


    Sparkling White Grape Punch

    White cranberry juice adds tartness to this punch for showers and teas. For a light blush tone, use regular cranberry...


    Lavender Peach Gelato

    This sophisticated herbal gelato can be served as an appetizer, a palate-pleaser between courses or a sweet, elegant dessert that...


    Lemony Coconut Frozen Yogurt

    Whenever I crave something cold to beat the heat, I whip this yogurt together and share with family. Everyone enjoys...


    Salmon Sliders

    The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...


    Easy Italian Spinach Salad

    A simple homemade dressing makes this salad a flavorful option for any meal, but it’s ideal with lasagna, spaghetti, manicotti...

    Greek Deli Kabobs

    For an easy Mediterranean-style appetizer, marinate broccoli and mozzarella, then skewer with sweet red peppers and salami. Everybody loves food...


    Turkey, Gouda & Apple Tea Sandwiches

    These fun mini sandwiches are a tasty addition to any fall function. The cranberry mayo lends a unique flavor twist,...


    Lavender Lemonade

    I never knew you could cook with lavender until I was on vacation in France. I was served a refreshing...


    Strawberry-Lavender Infused Water

    A little bit of lavender goes a long way, so be sure not to overdo it! This pretty combo screams...


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    Pistachio Pudding Cake

    Easy, delicious and requiring zero expensive pistachios, our pistachio pudding cake is the ultimate crowd pleaser.


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    Eggs Benedict Casserole

    This overnight eggs Benedict casserole features layers of English muffins and Canadian bacon in a savory egg filling. It’s a...

    All-Occasion Punch

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


    Buttermilk Pie

    Our buttermilk pie consists of a cinnamon-lemon custard layer nestled inside a tender, flaky pie crust. It's so delicious, you'll...


    Frosted Orange Cookies

    "I remember my dad making a big batch of these citrus cookies when I was growing up," writes Tammie Young...


    Sweet Cheese Ball

    You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut...


    Old-Fashioned Coconut Pie

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


    Twice-Baked New Potatoes

    I've used these rich potatoes as both an appetizer and a side dish. Guests seem to enjoy the distinctive taste...