Every baby shower needs an impressive food table. Try these easy (and elegant) baby shower recipes for the right mix of filling, festive and sweet.
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Whether you’re hosting the party for the mom-to-be or bringing a contribution for the food table, these delicious dishes will have everyone hounding you for recipes (just point them here, thanks).
Keep things easy with individual salads. Set out a few different dressings so guests can shake it up (literally). Get the recipe: Salad in a Jar
A cinch to put together, these bite-sized morsels will be the hit of the party because potatoes, sour cream and smoked salmon always equal a good time. Get the recipe: Baby Potato Bites
Every shower needs a selection of adorable tiny treats—and these delicate French bites do not disappoint. Get the recipe: Lime Macarons
A savoury mixture of egg, red onion and cheese on a buttery crust. Yep, this is a good one. Get the recipe: French Onion Pan Quiche
A dry party doesn’t have to be a dull party, especially with a fizzy and fruity mocktail in the mix. Get the recipe: Sangria Berry Mocktail
This pretty, not-too-sweet loaf is the perfect thing for an afternoon shower. The lemon-sugar glaze seals the deal. Get the recipe: Rhubarb-Walnut Sweet Tea Bread
Swap the colour of the sprinkles and paper straws to match your theme and these cute candy rattles make a dainty desset or the perfect take-away for guests. Get the recipe: Coconut Candy Rattles
Melt-in-your-mouth lamb is always a crowd pleaser. Plus, it’s got a built-in handle for easy devouring. Get the recipe: Turkish Lamp Pops
These sweet little cakes are totally worth the effort. Get the recipe: Lime and Raspberry Petits Fours
With Greek yogurt and a dash of chili sauce, these ain’t your grandma’s devilled eggs. Get the recipe: Devilled Eggs
These tangy kernels are so addictive, you’re going to want to double—or triple—the batch. Get the recipe: Ketchup Popcorn
This crunchy, colourful salad eats like a meal, as it’s got plenty of protein-packed edamame. Want to make it heartier? Lay some grilled sausage overtop. Get the recipe: Corn and Squash Succotash
Heaps of fluffy meringue sit atop deliciously tart lemon filling. If you’re going for finger foods, this recipe works just as well with mini pie shells. Get the recipe: Lemon Meringue Pie
These flaky bites are practically perfect. And don’t sweat—feta is fine for pregnant friends as long as it’s made from pasturized milk. Get the recipe: Spinach Pie Bites
Fresh salad rolls are ideal party food. This recipe uses store-bought rotisserie chicken, which makes these yummy rollups a breeze to assemble. Get the recipe: Vietnamese Roast Chicken and Salad Rolls
Who doesn’t love a little sweet and salty? This treat would make a cute party favour too, packed into a individual decorative boxes or tied up in cellophane bags. Get the recipe: Kettle Corn Snack Mix
Dessert on a stick is the way to go. Grilled pound cake + roasted mallow + juicy strawberry with a drizzle of chocolate sauce. That’s what we’re talking about. Get the recipe: Strawberry Shortcake
Give us all the food on sticks! These beefy babies are juicy and delicious when dunked in this simple and only-a-little-bit-spicy dipping sauce. Get the recipe: Beef Satay with Thai Dipping Sauce
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Amy is a freelance writer and editor based in Toronto, Ontario. Her work can also be found in publications like Chatelaine, Toronto Life and The Globe and Mail.