Be The Dessert Hero At Your Next Potluck With 25 Sweet Recipes

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Take the tastiest potluck desserts to your next gathering.These recipes are perfect if you wanna impress without much hassle. Each dessert’s super easy to make and tastes awesome, so they’re great for sharing at your big shindig. From quick no-bake goodies to classic baked treats, there’s something for everyone and they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to whip up some sweet magic without spending forever in the kitchen.

Cherry handpies on a white plate.
Cherry Handpies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Chocolate Cream Pie

Chocolate Cream Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This decadent homemade Chocolate Cream Pie is a rich and comforting homemade treat. The velvety smooth chocolate filling paired with a buttery, flaky crust will surely hit the sweet spot.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cream Pie

Cherry Pandowdy

Cherry pandowdy in a baking pan.
Cherry Pandowdy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Cherry Pandowdy is an easy alternative to pie, with sweet cherries on the bottom and a simple flaky pie crust on top. A great dessert for potlucks, especially on summer days.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Pandowdy

Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting

Frosted coconut cupcakes on a white board.
Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

How about making some Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting? They are super easy to make using a boxed cake mix. Simply mix in coconut for that extra flavor in the cake and the frosting. These cupcakes are great for taking along to a summer potluck!
Get the Recipe: Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting

Sweet Cherry Hand Pies

Two cherry handpies on a white plate.
Sweet Cherry Hand Pies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Sweet Cherry Hand Pies are flaky pastries filled with fruity goodness. They’re great for potlucks or any time you want a portable dessert.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Cherry Hand Pies

Peach Almond Tart

A slice of peach ttart on a white board.
Peach Almond Tart. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Peach Almond Tart features a flaky crust, almond filling, and vanilla flavor. This summertime favorite combines sweet peaches with a nutty hint of almonds, making it a hit at potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Peach Almond Tart

Peach Pandowdy

Overhead shot of peach pandowdy with fresh peaches.
Peach Pandowdy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie has a graham crust and rich filling. Add peanut butter cups, and it’s a dream come true for any dessert lover.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Peach Pandowdy is an old-fashioned dessert with spiced, ripe peaches and a flaky crust. This simple summer treat brings a touch of homemade goodness to any potluck.
Get the Recipe: Peach Pandowdy

Peach Raspberry Bars

Peach raspberry bar cookies cut into squares.
Peach Raspberry Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Peach Raspberry Bars are easy to make and insanely fruity. They consist of buttery crumbles, sweet peaches, and tart raspberries. Bake a batch of these bars and take them to your next potluck; they will go fast.
Get the Recipe: Peach Raspberry Bars

Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

A slice of homemade strawberry cake with icing and strawberry on top.
Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream is a moist cake showcasing fresh strawberries topped with fluffy strawberry buttercream. It is always a hit at potlucks because who can resist a delicious fruity pink cake?
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

Cherry Dump Cake

Cherry Dump Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

If you are looking for a dessert that’s as delicious as it is simple, Cherry Dump Cake might be exactly what you are looking for. This recipe is the answer to a quick dessert that looks fancy but takes minimal time and effort to whip up.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Dump Cake

M&M Sugar Cookie Bars

Red, white and blue sugar cookies stacked on a white plate.
Frosted Sugar Cookies Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and filled with your favorite sprinkles. We love these bars for potlucks, just bake, slice and serve, a perfect potluck dessert, that is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cookie Bars

Banana Caramel Cake

Iced banana cake with pecans on top.
Banana Caramel Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

We love bundt cakes at potlucks because they serve a crowd. Bake this Banana Caramel Cake, which starts with a boxed mix and has a tender, flavorful finish with creamy icing drizzling down the sides.
Get the Recipe: Banana Caramel Cake

Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

Strawberry rice krispies on a white plate and a white towel.
Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Fruity, gooey, and pink Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats are made with only four ingredients. These no-bake treats are ideal for casual and relaxed summer gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

Browned Butter Blondies

Pecan blondies on a brown cutting board.
Browned Butter Blondies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Browned Butter Blondies with Pecans are rich and buttery with a cinnamon glaze, and packed full of toasted pecans. Bake a big pan of these bars, they are easy to pack up and take to your potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Browned Butter Blondies

Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

Cherry and apricot upside down cake on a white plate.
Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Potlucks need an insanely good cake and this Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake is it. This cake combines tender yellow cake with caramelized cherries and apricots. It’s an easy fruity dessert that is a total crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

Old Fashioned Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad

Old Fashioned Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

If you have been looking for an easy and unique dessert to impress your friends and family at your next get-together, then make sure you try this Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad! It’s a nostalgic favorite that combines salty, sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors all in one bite.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad

Mountain Dew Bundt Cake

An overhead view of an iced Mountain Dew bundt cake on a yellow plate.
Mountain Dew Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Mountain Dew Bundt Cake is a lemon-flavored that starts with a boxed cake mix and a can of Mountain Dew. Make sure to top it with with the easy lemon icing. This cake is great for lemon lovers at any potluck.
Get the Recipe: Mountain Dew Bundt Cake

Easy M&M Bars

M&M sugar cookie bars cut into squares.
Easy M&M Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Easy to make an always a favorite at potlucks, try these M&M Bars with chocolate chips, sprinkles and your favorite M&Ms in a chewy cookie dough. They’re festively delicious for any potluck or cookout treat.
Get the Recipe: Easy M&M Bars

Lemon Bundt Cake

Lemon bundt cake on a white plate with strawberries.
Lemon Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake this from scratch Lemon Bundt Cake that bakes up golden brown with juicy lemon pieces and a creamy glaze. Perfect for a refreshing potluck dessert, it feeds a crowd, and is insanely good.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Bundt Cake

Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Squares of peanut butter brownies.
Peanut Butter Cup Brownies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Peanut Butter Cup Brownies are a quick, chocolaty treat made with a boxed mix and peanut butter cups. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re perfect for busy potluck gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This granola crust mini cheesecake recipe is infused with lemon and thyme and topped with a quick blueberry thyme compote. These single-serve lemony desserts are easy to make and perfect for a spring day.
Get the Recipe: Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Old Fashioned Peach Crumble Recipe

A plate of peach crumble.
Old Fashioned Peach Crumble Recipe. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Is there a more enticing summer dessert than a Peach Crumble? Juicy fresh ripe peaches are paired with a soft crumbly topping that bakes up to a warm golden brown perfection. You can serve this summer delight with a drizzle of heavy cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream or even whipped cream.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Peach Crumble Recipe

Strawberry Almond Galette

Strawberry Almond Galette. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Simple and rustic, galettes are the perfect dessert when you’re craving pie but don’t want to put all the effort in. This paleo strawberry almond galette will satisfy any sweet tooth in a healthy way!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Almond Galette

Pistachio Fluff Salad

Pistachio salad topped with nuts and cherries.
Pistachio Fluff Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Pistachio fluff salad has just 5 ingredients and is effortless to make. Also known as Watergate salad this is an ideal make-ahead holiday dish.
Get the Recipe: Pistachio Fluff Salad

Cherry Cheesecake

A slice of cherry cheesecake on a plate.
Cherry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Delve into dessert heaven with the irresistible charm of Cherry Cheesecake. Indulge in creamy, velvety layers of cheesecake bliss, complemented by the burst of juicy cherries, creating a slice of pure decadence that will leave you craving more. This is the perfect dessert for any occasion!
Get the Recipe: Cherry Cheesecake

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