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What to Bring To a Summer Potluck

Summer is fast approaching and that means backyard barbecues, picnics, get togethers and potlucks. Here, I’ve covered the basis with What to Bring to a Summer Potluck with 40 tried and tested recipes. From nibbles to sides, main courses and sweet treats. They can all be completely cooked before hand and don’t need refrigeration or rewarming at your party destination!


What to Bring to a Potluck

It’s not always easy to know what to bring to a potluck. If the host hasn’t given you a dish to make, you’ll have to wing it so to speak. Here’s a few questions to ask yourself before making you famous dish for that hot and sweltering day!

  • Does the host has refrigerator space? Speaking from experience, it’s a must to check beforehand if your host has space for your dish in the fridge. Most often, when people are hosting events, they are limited on space. So check before hand to make sure your chilled salad can stay chilled!
  • Does your dish require any cooking or reheating? Again, this is a must to check with the host. Often times, you may make something that needs finished off in the oven or on a barbecue. Don’t assume the host will have space for your dish. Ask before hand. And if in doubt, bring it ready to serve.
  • Is it easy to serve? If your dish requires any kind of utensils, make sure you bring them along yourself.


Feta & Spinach Stuffed Mini Peppers

These Feta & Spinach Stuffed Mini Peppers are a must make summer appetizer. Sweet peppers stuffed with a creamy spinach and feta filling and topped off with fresh Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of goodness. They will be sure to go fast at your next summer gathering or potluck dinner.

close up of the feta and spinach mini peppers

Ingredients

  • 12 Mini peppers cut in half and seeds removed
  • 1 bag spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 Cup Feta crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 Spring onion
  • fresh parsley (small bunch) finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Egg
  • Pepper to season

Get the full recipe for Feta & Spinach Stuffed Mini Peppers


Italian Stuffed Mushrooms

Why not kick off your next get together at home with these Italian Stuffed Mushrooms. Mushrooms stuffed with peppers, onions, herbs and topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Can be served hot or at room temperature.

close up of the Italian Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients

  • 12 mushrooms
  • 1/2 Onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 Red pepper finely chopped
  • 1/2 Green pepper finely chopped
  • 1/2 Red pepper finely chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 Cup parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • 2 Cups bread crumbs
  • 1 Teaspoon dried oregano
  • Small bunch of fresh chopped basil
  • Salt and pepper

Get the full recipe for Italian Stuffed Mushrooms


Caprice Salad Sticks

If you’re looking for a super quick and easy appetizer, make these Caprice Salad Sticks! Using little cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil, these come together quickly. A fresh little salad on a stick that takes minutes to put together and is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

close up of the tomato and mozzarella appeitzers

Ingredients

  • 20 Cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 4 oz mozzarella cubed
  • Fresh basil leaves roughly torn
  • Sea Salt
  • Olive oil
  • balsamic glaze

Get the full recipe for Caprice Salad Sticks


Roasted Bell Pepper Puff Pastry Bites

These Roasted Bell Pepper Puff Pastry Bites are a hit every single time I make them. Using frozen puff pastry, lightly roasted bell peppers, a hint of parmesan cheese, some dried herbs and topped with fresh mozzarella. They are baked in the oven to crispy perfection and make a great appetizer.

Roasted Bell Pepper Puff Pastry Bites on a baking tray

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1 medium Red pepper diced small
  • 1 medium green pepper diced small
  • 1 medium yellow pepper diced small
  • 4 oz mozzarella cheese cut into small cubes
  • 1 oz parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • arugula leaves

Get the full recipe for Roasted Bell Pepper Puff Pastry Bites


Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Break out a few simple ingredients to make these Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels. All you need is a sheet of ready to roll puff pastry, pesto, parmesan and garlic butter. These little bites are light as air pastries, filled with green pesto, a sprinkling of parmesan cheese and topped with garlic butter. A great summer appetizer to see us through to the end of summer.

pesto puff pastry pinwheels on a baking tray

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 tsp fresh chopped basil or parsley

Get the full recipe for Puff Pastry Pinwheels


Easy Puff Pastry Tomato Tart

This Easy Puff Pastry Tomato Tart is not only delicious, it’s super quick and easy. Using frozen puff pastry, seasonal tomatoes and a few ingredients, you are all set to get this done quick. Cut into small pieces to take to your summer party.

close up of the easy puff pastry tomato tart

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 2 medium tomatoes cut into slices (Roma, Vine or Pear types)
  • 1 ball fresh mozzarella torn into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup fresh parmesan finely grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp coarse salt
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • small handful fresh arugula

Get the full recipe for the Easy Puff Pastry Tomato Tart


Easy Sausage Rolls

One of the easiest party appetizers you will ever make! Using just three ingredients and put together in no time at all, these Easy Sausage Rolls are sure to be a party hit for all ages.

Ingredients

  • 16 pork and herb sausages the thin kind are preferable
  • 1 puff pastry sheet, 30 cm x 15 cm (approximate size)
  • 1 Egg beaten (for brushing the pastry)

Get the full recipe for Easy Sausage Rolls


Red Pepper and Spinach Bite Sized Quiche

These Red Pepper and Spinach Bite Sized Quiche are your perfect summer nibble food.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 Cups flour
  • 1/2 Cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 Cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 Red pepper finely diced
  • 1 Cup spinach finely chopped
  • 1 Cup cheddar cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil

Get the full recipe for Red Pepper & Spinach Bite Sized Quiche


Mango Pico de Gallo

You’re gonna’ want to try this Mango Pico de Gallo. Bursting with fresh flavours from ripe mangoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños and lime juice. Easy to make and a party pleaser.

Ingredients

  • 1 large mango
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 medium red onion
  • 1/4 cup jalapeños
  • juice from one lime
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Get the full recipe for Mango Pico de Gallo


Pico de Gallo

Homemade Pico de Gallo makes a great dip for tortilla chips, topping for tacos or even summer salad. This Mexican style dip is loaded with fresh tomatoes, onions, peppers, lime juice and cilantro.

Ingredients

  • 5 tomatoes de seeded and finely diced
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 1 serrano pepper seeds removed and finely diced
  • Juice of two limes
  • bunch fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed

Get the full recipe for Homemade Pico de Gallo


Fluffy White Dinner Rolls

Everybody loves these Fluffy White Dinner Rolls. They go great with salads and would be easily welcomed at your next potluck gathering.

close up of the floffy white dinner rolls

Ingredients

  • 4 Cups *strong flour (see notes)
  • 2 Tablespoon granulated white sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon instant dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 Cup water
  • 2/3 Cup milk
  • 3 Tablespoon butter unsalted, cut into small pieces
  • Extra melted butter for brushing the rolls

Get the full recipe for Fluffy White Dinner Rolls


Homemade Hawaiian Dinner Rolls

These Homemade Hawaiian Dinner Rolls are a great alternative to the store bought ones. Wow your friends by making a batch (or a double batch). These are soft and slightly sweetened and would go great with barbecue chicken.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup canned pineapple juice room temperature
  • 1/2 cup warm milk 100 – 110°F
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 whole eggs lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fine salt
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons 1 packet instant yeast
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour

Get the recipe for Homemade Hawaiian Dinner Rolls


Garlic Knots

A classic pizzeria favourite, Garlic Knots. You can even use leftover pizza dough or store bought pizza dough to make these. A sure fire hit!

Ingredients

  • 4 Cups flour strong white bread
  • 1 level teaspoon of sea salt
  • 1 1/4-ounce or 7 grams packet instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water hot to touch
  • 5 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Get the full recipe for Garlic Knots


Light & Fluffy Scones (English Style Scones)

Make these English style Light & Fluffy Scones for your next afternoon treat. Using minimal ingredients with easy prep and baking time! These can be served savoury to go with salads or with jam as a dessert.

Close up of the fresh baked scones

Ingredients

  • 2 cup plain flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp butter cold
  • â…” cup milk
  • 1 egg yolk plus 1 tbsp milk to glaze

Get the full recipe for Light & Fluffy Scones


Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls

These Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls would go great as an alternative to white dinner rolls at a summer party.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 Cups strong white flour
  • 1 7 oz package instant yeast
  • 1 Cup warm water
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 Cup butter melted
  • 1 Egg beaten
  • Extra melted butter for brushing the dinner rolls

Get the full recipe for Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls


Roast Vegetable Couscous Salad

This Roast Vegetable Couscous Salad is light and fresh. Fluffy couscous filled with Mediterranean roasted vegetables, chickpeas and herbs.

close up of the roast vegetable couscous salad

Ingredients

  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 1/3 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 red pepper roughly chopped
  • 1 zucchini halved length ways and sliced into 1/2 inch thick pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chickpeas cooked
  • Bunch of fresh chopped parsley to serve

Get the full recipe for Roast Vegetable Couscous Salad


Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad

This Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad is perfect to make all summer long. Loaded with grape tomatoes, smokey bacon, cubed mozzarella cheese and red onions all wrapped up in a light vinaigrette. A great dish for potlucks, barbecues or as a lunch any day of the week.

Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad in a bowl with a green and white tea towel.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz spiral pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes quartered
  • 5 oz mozzarella cheese cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced (approximately 1/2 small red onion)
  • 8 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • small bunch fresh chopped parsley (about 2 tablespoons)

Get the full recipe for Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad


Summer Quinoa Salad

This Summer Quinoa Salad is packed full of goodness with quinoa, fresh vegetables and topped of with salty feta. A great summer salad!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cups quinoa
  • 2 Cups vegetable stock
  • 2 ears corn
  • 1 Cucumber peeled and diced
  • 1/2 Red pepper sliced
  • 1/2 Yellow pepper sliced
  • 1/2 Green pepper sliced
  • 1 Green onion finely diced
  • 1 Cup Feta crumbled
  • 2 Cups fresh arugula
  • Juice of one lime

Get the full recipe for Summer Quinoa Salad


Zucchini Pasta Salad in a Lemon Vinaigrette

This Zucchini Pasta Salad in a Lemon Vinaigrette is filled with seasonal zucchini, sun dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Then topped off with a tangy vinaigrette.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • juice of one lemon
  • zest of one lemon
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and crushed
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 oz fusilli pasta
  • 1 zucchini cut in half length ways then cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes roughly chopped
  • 1 ball fresh mozzarella cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup fresh arugula leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and cut into thin slices

Get the full recipe for Zucchini Pasta Salad in a Lemon Vinaigrette


Spinach & Herb Stuffed Tomatoes

These Spinach and Herb Stuffed Tomatoes were absolutely delicious! Perfect for summer picnics and potlucks!

Ingredients

  • 6 Tomatoes
  • 1 bag spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 Cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 Cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 onion finely diced
  • 2 Spring onions finely chopped
  • Small bunch fresh chopped basil
  • 2 Garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt

Get the full recipe for Spinach & Herb Stuffed Tomatoes


Easy Red Pesto Pasta Salad

It’s easy because, you guessed it, I used a jar of Red Pesto!  . This Easy Red Pesto Pasta Salad was put together from start to finish in just 15 minutes.  That makes it a worthy summer salad in my books.  Cook pasta, chop veggies and add the jar.  Done!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Spiral pasta uncooked
  • 1/2 Cup red pesto
  • 1/2 red onion diced small
  • 1/2 Red pepper diced small
  • 1/2 Green pepper diced small
  • 1/2 Yellow pepper diced small
  • 1/2 Cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • Small bunch of fresh basil

Get the full recipe for Easy Red Pesto Pasta Salad


Wild Rice And Black Bean Salad

This Wild Rice and Black Bean Salad is a great one to make in advance and bring to your next summer party.

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup wild rice uncooked
  • 2 Cups boiling water
  • 1 Cup black beans cooked
  • 2 ears corn cooked
  • 1 Pint cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/3 Cup olive oil
  • Juice of two lemons
  • Zest of two lemons
  • 2 Tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 Garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 Teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper

Get the full recipe for Wild Rice and Black Bean Salad


Oven Roasted Italian Green Peppers

These Oven Roasted Italian Green Peppers are such a great accompaniment to many different dishes. Simple Italian peppers, seasoned with sea salt and drizzled with olive oil and roasted in the oven. Easy and delicious!

over head view of italian roasted green peppers on a baking sheet.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian green peppers
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • coarse sea salt

Get the full recipe for Oven Roasted Italian Green Peppers


Garden Vegetable Salad with a Honey Lime Dressing

This Garden Vegetable Salad with a Honey Lime Dressing is perfect for summer. I absolutely love the freshness of this salad. Quite often there can be a lot of heavy salads at potlucks, so this will be welcomed!

over head view of the garden vegetable salad with a honey lime dressing

Ingredients

  • 2 Tomatoes diced
  • 1 large cucumber cut in half length ways and diced
  • 1 small red onion halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 Cup Feta cheese crumbled
  • Small bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
  • Juice from 2 limes
  • Grated lime zest from 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoon of honey
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoon fresh ground ginger

Get the full recipe for Garden Vegetable Salad with a Honey Lime Dressing


Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Salsa

Perfectly tender Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Salsa. Every time I make these, they are a huge hit and don’s last long. Cook them at home, wrap them in foil and bring to your party with the salsa on the side.

Ingredients

  • 30 shrimp peeled, cleaned and de veined
  • Juice of one lime
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 dried chili finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup parsley minced or very finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp sherry vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 fresh chilies de seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Get the full recipe for Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Salsa


Spiced Honey Lime Shrimp

With a little time and few ingredients, you can have these Spiced Honey Lime Shrimp ready to take to a summer potluck in no time at all.

spiced shrmp on a board

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Shrimp raw, (approximately 20 – 25)
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 whole lime
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • 2 small Green onions finely diced

Get the full recipe for Spiced Honey Lime Shrimp


Cheesy Barbecue Chicken Sliders

Make these Cheesy Barbecue Chicken Sliders to bring to your next summer event!

Ingredients

  • 1 whole rotisserie chicken skin removed and breast and thighs shredded
  • 12 dinner rolls
  • 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded

Get the full recipe for Cheesy Barbecue Chicken Sliders


Cajun Dry Rub Chicken Wings

These Cajun Dry Rub Chicken Wings come together quickly using a Homemade Cajun Seasoning. These wings are baked not fried and are full of flavour with a kick of spice. Serve them with your favourite dipping sauces and side dishes.

cajun dry rubbed wings on a plate

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing th baking tray

Get the full recipe for Cajun Dry Rub Chicken Wings


Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings

Wings are always a hit and these Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings would go down really well at any summer event.

Oven baked wings on a bed of lettuce

Ingredients

  • 12 chicken wings cut in half and tips removed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Get the full recipe for Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings


Dry Rub Oven Barbecue Ribs

These Dry Rub Oven Barbecue Ribs get their flavour from a dry rub overnight and then slowly cooked in the oven. Then topped off with a home made barbecue sauce.

RIBS STACKED ON A WOODEN BOARD

Ingredients

  • 1 rack of baby back pork ribs
  • 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon paprika
  • 1 Teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoons salt
  • 1 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Cup ketchup
  • 1/4 Cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Garlic cloves crushed
  • 1/2 Onion finely chopped
  • 1 Small dried chili finely chopped
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Get the full recipe for Dry Rub Barbecue Ribs


Sticky Honey Drumsticks with Italian Green Peppers

These Sticky Honey Drumsticks with Green Italian Peppers are a great make ahead recipe for a summer potluck.

Ingredients

  • 6 Chicken Drumsticks
  • 8 Italian Green Peppers
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 Tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon paprika
  • 1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper

Get the full recipe for Sticky Honey Drumsticks with Roasted Italian Peppers


Spiced Barbecue Chicken Tenders

Bring these Spicy Barbecue Chicken Tenders to a potluck this summer. Adults and kids alike will love them and be coming back for seconds.

chicken tenders on a bed of salad

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 Cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 Onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 to 3 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Get the full recipe for Spicy Barbecue Chicken Tenders


Homemade Peach Cobbler

Make this Homemade Peach Cobbler using seasonal peaches for a great potluck dessert. Prepare it in a disposable baking dish so you won’t have to worry about bringing your dish home. This can be baked at home and served at room temperature at your potluck.

freshly baked peach cobbler

Ingredients

  • 7 fresh peaches peeled and cut into slices
  • 1 Teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Cup all purpose flour
  • 3/4 Cup sugar divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 Cup plain yogurt
  • 4 Tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 Cup boiling water

Get the full recipe for Homemade Peach Cobbler


Strawberry Lemon Muffins

These Strawberry Lemon Muffins are light and moist at the same time . A basic vanilla muffin recipe with the addition of fresh strawberries, lemon juice and infused lemon zest for a really fresh flavour.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 Cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 Cup butter at room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 Cup sour cream
  • Zest and juice of 1/2 a lemon
  • 1 Cup strawberries cut into small pieces

Get the full recipe for Strawberry Lemon Muffins


Summer Berry Salad

Here’s a perfect light and tasty Summer Berry Salad. A fresh and nutritious salad filled with strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and fresh ripe mango. It will go down really well at a summer gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1 large mango roughly cut into slices
  • 2 Cups strawberries halved
  • 1 Cup blueberries
  • 1 Cup raspberries
  • Juice of one orange

Get the full recipe for Summer Berry Salad


Blueberry Cream Cheese Cake Squares

Make these Blueberry Cream Cheese Cake Squares the next time you have fresh blueberries on hand. A light cake square filled with fresh blueberries and and a moist cream cheese layer. Perfect for taking to parties, potlucks and get togethers.

close up of belueberry cream cheese squares

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cups flour
  • 1 Teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 Cup butter
  • 2 Eggs large
  • 3/4 Cup sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 Cup cream cheese
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/4 Cup sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 Cup blueberries

Get the full recipe for Blueberry Cream Cheese Cake Squares


Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

These have been my go to Fudgy Chocolate Brownies for decades. And I have pretty brought them to every party, poluck and gathering for years. I promise they will be eaten fast and you won’t have any to take home.

a stack of chocolate brownies

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces semi sweet chocolate roughly chopped
  • 2/3 Cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/3 cup granulated white sugar
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 Cup butter unsalted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • Pinch salt

Get the full recipe for Fudgy Chocolate Brownies


Lime Drizzle Summer Berry Cake

This Lime Drizzle Summer Berry Cake is guaranteed to be a huge hit with everyone. You can cut it into larger squares or even cute little petit four size. Holds up great at room temperature.

close up of the lime drizzle summer berry cake

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups plain flour
  • 1 Cup butter
  • 3/4 Cup granulated white sugar
  • Juice and zest of two limes
  • 4 Eggs
  • 1 Teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 Cups blackberries
  • 1 1/4 Cups raspberries
  • Juice and zest of one lime
  • 2 Cups powdered sugar
  • 3-4 Tablespoons milk

Get the full recipe for Lime Drizzle Summer Berry Cake


Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies

Bring these Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies. to your next summer potluck. They used seasonal strawberries, are easy to make and everyone will love them.

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup flour
  • 1 Cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 Cup butter melted
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Teaspoons vanilla
  • 3/4 Cup chocolate chips
  • 1 Cup cherries fresh, pitted and roughly chopped

Get the full recipe for Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies


Strawberry Snacking Cake

This is a super easy and tasty Strawberry Snacking Cake. A great one to keep in mind when time is not on your side and you can cut it into small squares for serving.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup butter
  • 1/2 Cup sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 1/2 Cups flour
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 Teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 Cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 Cups strawberries roughly chopped

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