You cannot plan a baby shower without some finger-licking food. To help you plan a memorable event, we have some of the best baby shower food ideas to share with you. These food suggestions will leave your guests with delicious snack options and make you a loving host. So, what are you waiting for? Check out our list to explore some delectable meal options for your guests, varying from finger foods to appetizing mains. Trust us; your guests will love them!
Easy Baby Shower Food Recipes
You need not pull off a Michelin-star restaurant menu to please your guests. Simple and easy, yet comfortingly delicious food can be enough to impress your guests. So, here are a few easy baby shower food ideas.
1. Lasagna grilled cheese bites
These bite-sized grilled cheese sandwiches have a tangy twist to them. This is one of the snacks your guests would not mind having a second and even third time. You will need:
¼ cup mayonnaise or butter 8 slices sourdough bread ½ jar of marinara sauce (26oz) One container ricotta (14oz) 2 cups shredded mozzarella
How to: Serves: 24 Preparation time: 30min
2. Fruit kebabs
This vitamin packed snack is healthy, colorful and is a great refresher during summers. If there are kids among your guests, then impress them with fruits cut in different shapes, which they will love to eat. You will need:
10 raspberries 10 hulled strawberries 10 tangerine segments 10 peeled, cubed mango 10 peeled, cut pineapple chunks 10 peeled and cut kiwis 10 green grapes 10 red grapes 17 blueberries Lemon juice (optional)
Serves: 10 Preparation time: 15min How to:
3. Italian pasta salad:
This salad is fresh, healthy, and colorful when you add a variety of vegetables. You can also add your choice of meat if you like. This dish is super easy to make and tastes better when prepared two hours before the guests arrive. You will need:
16 oz tri-color rotini pasta ½ cup diced green bell peppers ½ cup diced orange bell peppers ½ cup red bell peppers 1 pint halved grape tomatoes ½ cup sliced black olives 1 cup mozzarella cheese ⅓ cup diced red onions 8oz chopped salami 1 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese 3 tbsps chopped fresh parsley ½ tsp Italian seasoning Salt and pepper to taste
How to: Serves: 12 Preparation time: 20min
4. Cheesy pizza bombs
There is a burst of flavor in each bite of these easy cheesy pizza bombs! It’s an excellent appetizer and easy to handle. Serve them to your guests and amaze them with this treat. You will need:
1 tube crescent roll dough 2 sticks white string cheese (cut into 4 even pieces) One jar pizza sauce 32 slices of pepperoni 2 tbsp dried Italian herbs 8-Muffin tin
How to: Serves: 8 Preparation time: 12min
5. Guacamole deviled eggs
This is a common appetizer and can be made in many ways. Here is a recipe that combines guacamole and deviled eggs. You will need:
9 large eggs 1 pitted and halved avocado (only ripe ones) 2tbsp sour cream 1 ½ tbsp lime juice ⅓ cup finely chopped tomato ¼ cup scallions Salt and pepper to taste Cilantro to taste Jalapeno, diced and de-seeded
How to: Serves: 18 Preparation time: 30min
6. Sausage bites
These bite-sized appetizers are easy to make, and your guests would simply love them. You will need:
1 tube pizza dough 40 cocktail sausages ¼th cup salt 1 tbsp flaked salt
How to: Serves: 40 Preparation time: 30min
7. Bacon jalapeno poppers
These are addictive and make the perfect food for a baby shower party. You will need:
18 medium-sized jalapenos One pack 8oz cream cheese ½ cup shredded cheddar 2 thinly sliced green onions 18 slices of bacon (cut in half) ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder
How to: Serves: 36 Preparation time: 1hr 30min
Baby Shower Mini Food Recipes
Want to serve finger foods, but do not want to miss out on some of the mom-to-be’s favorite dishes? Here is how you can create the most interesting mini versions of them.
8. Mini banana cream pies
These no-bake pies are extremely easy to make and take less time to prepare and is super delicious too. You will need:
6 mini Graham cracker shells 8oz whipping cream 2 medium bananas 2oz Graham cracker crumbs 1 cup Banana instant pudding
How to: Serves: 6 Preparation time: 10min
9. Slider style mini burgers
These mini burgers are bite-sized and make the perfect appetizers for the baby shower. You will need: How to: Serves: 24 Preparation time: 50min
10. Mini mac and cheese bites
Convert the good old Mac and Cheese into bite-sized appetizers and see them disappear in seconds. You will need: How to: Serves: 36 Preparation time: 45min
11. Mini cinnamon rolls
These mini Cinnamon rolls are the best if you are planning a tea-time baby shower. You will need: Topping Maple icing How to: Serves: 24 Preparation time: 60min
12. Mini phyllo cups
These taco seasoned beef filled cups will be a surefire hit at your party. You will need: How to: Serves: 30 Preparation time: 40min
13. Mini chicken pot pies
These mini pot pies are easy to make, and they are so good that your guests would want some more. You will need: How to: Serves: 5 Preparation time: 40min
14. Chocolate dipped S’mores
These s’mores are dipped in chocolate and will take your guests into a state of euphoria. You will need: How to: Serves: 43 Preparation time: 55min
Budget Baby Shower Food Recipes
Can’t spend on an exorbitant menu for the shower? Here are some budget options you may like.
15. Veggies and black bean dip
This is not only light on the pocket but also one of the best options for health conscious guests and refreshing and easy to make. You can either serve veggies, nachos, or pita bread with this dip. You will need: Black bean dip How to: Serves: 2 cups Preparation time: 15min
16. Pink brownies
These are the perfect addition to a pink or flamingo themed baby shower. You will need: How to: Serve: 10 Preparation time: 20min
17. Vegetable chili
This is the vegetarian version of the famous chili. You will need How to: Serves: 7 Preparation time: 45min
18. Waffle ice cream sandwiches
These are delicious, and you can serve a variety of toppings like decorative candies, sprinkles, crushed nuts, coconut, granola, etc., within your budget. You will need: Toppings How to: Serves: 14 Preparation time: 30min
19. Tortilla pinwheels
With this recipe, you can serve a large crowd, and within the budget too. You will need: How to: Serves: 20 Preparation time: 30 min
20. Vegetable fried rice:
This is another recipe which you can make at once and serve a large number of guests. You will need: How to:
