The Best Confirmation Party Recipes

Recipe: Cheddar Cheese Straws

Cheese straws are the ideal party snack, and every hostess should have a batch at the ready for gatherings.

Recipe: Ham Biscuits

A go-to for luncheons, parties, and holidays, ham biscuits are filling but easy to serve to a crowd.

Recipe: Shrimp Rémoulade Deviled Eggs

Get your deviled eggs dressed up for the party with shrimp and Creole seasoning.

Recipe: Asparagus Quiche

This beautiful dish is what we like to call “company quiche,” and it’s the perfect after-church brunch centerpiece.

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.

Recipe: Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise

This pretty, bite-size recipe combines everything you love about a classic tomato sandwich and a BLT.

Recipe: Fresh Fruit Salad

Brighten up the table with a fresh fruit salad that complements any menu.

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.

Recipe: Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers

This grab-and-go appetizer couldn’t be easier to put together, but it still feels dressy.

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.

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.

Recipe: Easy Summer Appetizer Board

While you put finishing touches on the main dishes, set out a beautiful appetizer board to hold guests over.

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.

Recipe: Roasted Beef Tenderloin

If you’re throwing a dressier affair, beef tenderloin is a timeless choice. For easy party serving, make sliders!

Recipe: Cheese Puffs with Ham Salad

This old-school luncheon recipe still holds up today—try it and see for yourself.

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.

Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches

Nothing gets a party started like creamy baked brie—nothing.

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.

Recipe: Spinach-and-Artichoke Bites

Instead of the expected spinach-and-artichoke dip, make these buttery bites that everyone will want the recipe for.

Recipe: Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles

If it was a morning confirmation service, this recipe is the perfect brunch party centerpiece.

Recipe: Egg Salad Sandwiches

An old-school favorite for luncheons and picnics, egg salad sandwiches will be eaten up in no time.

Recipe: Mashed Potato Bar

Let guests make their ideal mashed potato side dish with this creative setup.

Recipe: Three-Bean Pasta Salad

Three-bean salad and pasta salad combine in this tasty dish that’s potluck-perfect.

Recipe: Garlic Butter-Roasted Shrimp Cocktail

This bright, zesty dish will disappear after guests try its lemon-garlic buttery goodness.

Recipe: Chicks in a Blanket

Meet the most addicting brunch starter of all time.

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.

Recipe: Heavenly Angel Food Cake

There isn’t a more appropriate cake for such a heavenly occasion, is there?

Recipe: Lemon-Lime Meringue Pie

Lemon meringue and Key lime pie meet in this beautiful pie that will become a family favorite.

Recipe: Rose Petal Cupcakes

Colorful rose petals make this simple cupcake recipe dressy for a special occasion.

Recipe: Strawberry Kuchen

This cake is the most delicious way to use up farm-fresh strawberries.

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?

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.

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.

Recipe: Texas Sheet Cake with Fudge Icing

There’s no better way to serve dessert to a crowd than with a classic sheet cake.

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.