1Cheesecake Brownies
Caitlin Bensel
Consider this dessert the best of both worlds. They’re made by layering brownie batter and cheesecake filling in a baking dish, then swirling the two together for an ultra-rich bite.
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2The Best Chocolate Sheet Cake Ever
Ryan Liebe
Ree has so many fan favorite recipes, but this may just be the most popular. This sheet cake recipe was passed down by her mother-in-law and a few tweaks later, it’s the rich, fudgy chocolate dessert of your dreams.
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3Strawberries and Cream Trifle
David Malosh
If you’re attending a potluck, get ahead of party prep with this make-ahead dessert. It features layers of homemade yellow cake, macerated strawberries, and vanilla pudding.
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4Pumpkin Bars
Caitlin Bensel
A potluck dessert should be easy to feed to a crowd, able to be served at room temperature, and absolutely delicious. These autumnal bars check all of the boxes.
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5Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake
David Malosh6No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars
Danielle Daly
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7Orange-Vanilla Sheet Cake
David Malosh
Think of this as a creamsicle ice cream party in the form of a shareable, snackable cake. The batter has a surprising ingredient in the form of orange soda, which adds flavor and keeps the cake light and airy.
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8Chocolate Trifle
Caitlin Bensel
Chocolate lovers will adore this towering trifle, which features layers upon layers of brownies, chocolate pudding, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies. You can make it up to 24 hours in advance, which makes it easy for potluck prepping.
Get the Chocolate Trifle recipe.
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9Pecan Pie Bars
If you’re in charge of bringing dessert to Thanksgiving dinner, think beyond the usual pie. These easy-to-serve bars feature a brown butter crust and ooey-gooey pecan topping.
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10Margarita Bars
Stacy K. Allen
It’s your favorite happy hour cocktail in the form of shareable bars. With a simple graham cracker crust and a boozy, zesty filling, it’s perfect for adults-only potluck parties.
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11Strawberry Poke Cake
David Malosh
This bright pink cake relies on a few store-bought ingredients for a semi-homemade sweet. It’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
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12Chocolate Almond Sheet Cake
Stacy K. Allen
This twist on Texas sheet cake swaps in sliced almonds in favor of the usual pecans. With its rich and fudgy texture, it’s a favorite in the Drummond household.
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13Strawberry Delight
C.W. Newell
A staple at potlucks, this pink-hued treat features strawberry gelatin two ways: It’s used in both the filling and the glossy fresh fruit topping. Make it at least four hours in advance so that it sets up properly.
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14Lemon Bars
Ree says that whenever she makes these lemon bars, they disappear in her house in a flash. With a buttery shortbread crust and zesty custard filling, they’re guaranteed to be a hit.
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15Fig Almond Cake
Danielle Daly16Strawberry and Cream Sheet Cake
David Malosh
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17Carrot Cake Trifle
Will Dickey
Springtime is about carrot cake in every form. This trifle is a fun and easy twist on the classic dessert. Use a box of cake mix and instant pudding for ease.
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18Bourbon Balls
C.W. Newell
Bourbon balls are treats sent straight from heaven! They’re easy to make, simple to store and travel with, and will disappear fast from the table.
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19Pink Lemonade Sheet Cake
Ryan Liebe
There’s nothing like drinking an icy pink lemonade on a hot day. With a soft lemony cake and lemon-strawberry topping, this potluck-friendly sheet cake tastes just like the classic summer beverage.
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20Chocolate Chip Cookies
Will Dickey
You can’t have a potluck without this classic! They’re easy to bake, make, and take, which makes them perfect for a big crowd.
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