The Best Confirmation Party Recipes
Cheddar Cheese Straws
Recipe: Cheddar Cheese Straws
Cheese straws are the ideal party snack, and every hostess should have a batch at the ready for gatherings.
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Ham Biscuits
Recipe: Ham Biscuits
A go-to for luncheons, parties, and holidays, ham biscuits are filling but easy to serve to a crowd.
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Shrimp Rémoulade Deviled Eggs
Recipe: Shrimp Rémoulade Deviled Eggs
Get your deviled eggs dressed up for the party with shrimp and Creole seasoning.
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Asparagus Quiche
Recipe: Asparagus Quiche
This beautiful dish is what we like to call “company quiche,” and it’s the perfect after-church brunch centerpiece.
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Hot Cross Buns
Recipe: Hot Cross Buns
This sweet bread recipe is beloved around Easter, but the meaning behind them is sweet and relevant for a confirmation party, too.
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Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise
Recipe: Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise
This pretty, bite-size recipe combines everything you love about a classic tomato sandwich and a BLT.
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Fresh Fruit Salad
Recipe: Fresh Fruit Salad
Brighten up the table with a fresh fruit salad that complements any menu.
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Shout Hallelujah Potato Salad
Recipe: Shout Hallelujah Potato Salad
The name says it all! This timeless potato salad recipe will have everyone saying, “Hallelujah” long after the confirmation service.
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Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
Recipe: Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
This grab-and-go appetizer couldn’t be easier to put together, but it still feels dressy.
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Muffin Pan Tomato Tarts
Recipe: Muffin Pan Tomato Tarts
An old-fashioned tomato pie makes serving a crowd difficult, and you’d have to make multiple to accommodate everyone. To solve those problems, we made these adorable tomato tarts that are party-perfect.
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Shrimp and Grits Casserole
Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole
We turned Southern-classic shrimp and grits into a crowd-pleasing casserole that can be enjoyed at brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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Easy Summer Appetizer Board
Recipe: Easy Summer Appetizer Board
While you put finishing touches on the main dishes, set out a beautiful appetizer board to hold guests over.
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Baked Fingerling Potatoes with Smoked Salmon and Capers
Recipe: Baked Fingerling Potatoes with Smoked Salmon and Capers
These little potatoes make the perfect appetizer-side dish hybrid that looks presentable, is easy to pick up, and of course, is delicious.
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Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Recipe: Roasted Beef Tenderloin
If you’re throwing a dressier affair, beef tenderloin is a timeless choice. For easy party serving, make sliders!
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Cheese Puffs with Ham Salad
Recipe: Cheese Puffs with Ham Salad
This old-school luncheon recipe still holds up today—try it and see for yourself.
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BLT Salad with Buttermilk-Parmesan Dressing and Buttery Croutons
Recipe: BLT Salad with Buttermilk-Parmesan Dressing and Buttery Croutons
Every spread could use a fresh green salad, especially when it’s topped with homemade buttery croutons and bacon.
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Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches
Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches
Nothing gets a party started like creamy baked brie—nothing.
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Tarragon Asparagus with Eggs
Recipe: Tarragon Asparagus with Eggs
If you need a green addition to your menu, this springy side dish takes just 15 minutes to get on the table.
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Spinach-and-Artichoke Bites
Recipe: Spinach-and-Artichoke Bites
Instead of the expected spinach-and-artichoke dip, make these buttery bites that everyone will want the recipe for.
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Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles
Recipe: Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles
If it was a morning confirmation service, this recipe is the perfect brunch party centerpiece.
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Egg Salad Sandwiches
Recipe: Egg Salad Sandwiches
An old-school favorite for luncheons and picnics, egg salad sandwiches will be eaten up in no time.
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Mashed Potato Bar
Recipe: Mashed Potato Bar
Let guests make their ideal mashed potato side dish with this creative setup.
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Three-Bean Pasta Salad
Recipe: Three-Bean Pasta Salad
Three-bean salad and pasta salad combine in this tasty dish that’s potluck-perfect.
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Classic Shrimp Cocktail
Recipe: Garlic Butter-Roasted Shrimp Cocktail
This bright, zesty dish will disappear after guests try its lemon-garlic buttery goodness.
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Chicks in a Blanket
Recipe: Chicks in a Blanket
Meet the most addicting brunch starter of all time.
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Fresh Peach Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel
Recipe: Fresh Peach Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel
The sweetest way to finish off a beautiful brunch is with fresh peaches—on top of cake.
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Heavenly Angel Food Cake
Recipe: Heavenly Angel Food Cake
There isn’t a more appropriate cake for such a heavenly occasion, is there?
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Lemon-Lime Meringue Pie
Recipe: Lemon-Lime Meringue Pie
Lemon meringue and Key lime pie meet in this beautiful pie that will become a family favorite.
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Rose Petal Cupcakes
Recipe: Rose Petal Cupcakes
Colorful rose petals make this simple cupcake recipe dressy for a special occasion.
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Strawberry Kuchen
Recipe: Strawberry Kuchen
This cake is the most delicious way to use up farm-fresh strawberries.
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The Coconut Chiffon Cake
Recipe: The Coconut Chiffon Cake
Confirmation is a big occasion, so why not celebrate with one of our most popular and beautiful cakes that’s been celebrated for generations?
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Easy Blackberry Cobbler
Recipe: Easy Blackberry Cobbler
A fresh fruit cobbler is a crowd-pleasing way to end any meal, especially when served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of homemade whipped cream.
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Vanilla Bean-Brownie Ripple Pound Cake
Recipe: Vanilla Bean-Brownie Ripple Pound Cake
A decadent pound cake can be enjoyed from breakfast to dessert after dinner, so this sweet recipe will work after early-morning or afternoon service.
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Texas Sheet Cake with Fudge Icing
Recipe: Texas Sheet Cake with Fudge Icing
There’s no better way to serve dessert to a crowd than with a classic sheet cake.
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Hazelnut Financiers with Strawberry Jam and Lemon Puree
Recipe: Hazelnut Financiers with Strawberry Jam and Lemon Puree
There’s no prettier way to finish off a joyous celebration than these delightful little cakes.