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  4. This Is What to Serve at an Outdoor Bridal Shower

This Is What to Serve at an Outdoor Bridal Shower

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Southerners love to celebrate. When we hear that friends and family are engaged, we're excited for them of course, but we're also looking forward to planning and throwing a bridal shower. Update your go-to bridal shower menu with a few of our classic (and easy!) recipes for finger foods and punches. All of these recipes are easy to prepare, fresh, and flavorful. They travel well, and they're perfect for an outdoor bridal shower. They pair well with outdoor showers, garden parties, and long afternoons spent snacking al fresco because they're so vibrant and unexpected. We've included recipes ideal for morning and afternoon parties, both brunch-style finger foods and more filling, snackable options for later in the day. No matter the time of your party, construct your menu from our recipes below, and plan a bridal shower guests will remember—and savor. (Don't forget the beverages! We have a few ideas for those too.)
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Lemon-Almond Tarts

Entertaining Desserts: Lemon-Almond Tarts
Credit: Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Lemon-Almond Tarts

Sweet and subtle, these tarts are the ideal finish to a shower of delicious nibbles. With the brightness of citrus and the subtle creamy crunch of almond, you'll be giving out this recipe long after the shower is over.

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Cheesecake Tarts

Cheesecake Tarts
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Recipe: Cheesecake Tarts

These no-bake cheesecake tarts can be piled with your favorite fresh fruits for a seasonal dessert perfect for a bridal shower.

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Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Cheesecake Bars
Credit: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Easy and portable, these Lemon Cheesecake Bars are sure to please a crowd.

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Sparkling Ginger-Orange Cocktails

Ginger-Orange Mocktails
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Recipe: Sparkling Ginger-Orange Cocktails

This sparkling sipper has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy thanks to the pairing of orange and ginger.

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Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch

Cran-Raspberry-Vanilla Punch
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Recipe: Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch

Put a fragrant spin on the classic citrus punch for a refreshing, tart, herb-infused beverage.

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Sparkling Punch

Sparkling Punch
Credit: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Sparkling Punch

Pretty and pink, this punch is perfect for a bridal shower and can be altered easily for alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions.

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Fruit Salad with Yogurt

Fruit Salad with Yogurt
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Recipe: Fruit Salad with Yogurt

Fruit salad is a must for any outdoor shower. Guests can scoop their favorite fruits and savor them in the morning light.

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Apple Butter-and-Cheddar Puffs

Apple Butter-and-Cheddar Puffs Recipe
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Recipe: Apple Butter-and-Cheddar Puffs

For morning or afternoon, these sweet and savory puffs will keep guests coming back for more. (Better double the recipe.)

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Avocado Fruit Salad

Wedding Shower Recipe Ideas: Avocado Fruit Salad
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Recipe: Avocado Fruit Salad

Update your classic fruit salad recipe with this idea—a genius addition of avocado elevates the staple.

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Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles

Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles
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Recipe: Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles

Mini chicken and waffles. Need we say more?

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Gouda Grits

Gouda Grits
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Recipe: Gouda Grits

The perfect side for a brunchtime shower, gouda grits are a favorite of party planners (and guests!) everywhere.

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Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas

Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas
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Recipe: Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas

Bake up a few batches of these frittatas for a shower, no matter the time of day.

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Ham-Stuffed Biscuits With Mustard Butter

Ham-Stuffed Biscuits with Mustard Butter
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Recipe: Ham-Stuffed Biscuits with Mustard Butter

Easy to make and even easier to eat, these classic ham biscuits get a touch of tangy tartness from our delicious mustard butter.

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Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers

Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
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Recipe: Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers

These super-fresh, supremely snackable skewers are just perfect for an outdoor shower.

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Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites
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Recipe: Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

These savory, satisfying mini bites are easy to load onto app plates and easy to eat while chatting with other guests.

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Baked Brie Bites

Baked Brie Bites
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Recipe: Baked Brie Bites

This recipe makes baked brie even easier to prepare and to eat. Win-win!

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Pimiento Cheese Gougères

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Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Gougeres

Pimiento cheese is a must at any bridal shower. Make it memorable with this gougères recipe.

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Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas

Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas
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Recipe: Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas

These sublime blackberry-brie pizzettas charm guests with a burst of blackberry and the creaminess of brie.

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Chicken Salad Pitas

Chicken Salad Pitas
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Recipe: Chicken Salad Pitas

Don’t forget the chicken salad. If it’s missing, every Southern lady will notice. These pitas are fresh and easy to eat, just perfect for outdoor parties.

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Apple Flatbread

Apple Flatbread Recipe
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Apple Flatbread

Fresh and crisp, this flatbread is as delicious as it is easy to prep. Slice it up for guests and add a sampling of dipping sauces if you'd like.

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Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
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Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Stuff juicy cherry tomatoes for a poppingly delicious finger food.

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Mini Crab Cakes

Mini Crab Cakes
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Recipe: Mini Crab Cakes

These mini crab cakes take some prep, but they’re a perfect app for an outdoor bridal shower, especially by the coast.

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Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches

Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches
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Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches

Make the most of seasonal produce with this spin on crowd-pleasing baked brie.

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Guacamole-Goat Cheese Toasts

Guacamole-Goat Cheese Toasts
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Recipe: Guacamole-Goat Cheese Toasts

Guacamole and goat cheese pairs beautifully in this recipe for crisp toast points.

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Muffuletta Deviled Eggs

Muffuletta Deviled Eggs
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Recipe: Muffuletta Deviled Eggs

No Southern shower would be complete without a pretty plate of delicious deviled eggs.

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Ham-and-Cheese Skewers

Ham-and-Cheese Skewers
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Recipe: Ham-and-Cheese Skewers

These skewers are always a favorite, and they’re ideal for outdoor showers. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for a simple treat.

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Smoked Trout Crostini with Radishes and Dill Cream

Smoked Trout Crostini with Radishes and Dill Cream
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Recipe: Smoked Trout Crostini with Radishes and Dill Cream

Elevate your app game with this crisp crostini. Don’t skimp on the dill cream.

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Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball

Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball
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Recipe: Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball

Update the much-loved cheese ball with creamy feta, tangy olives, and fragrant fresh herbs.

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Tiny Tomato Tarts

Tiny Tomato Tarts
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Recipe: Tiny Tomato Tarts

These are cutest tarts you could ever serve (and they’re perfectly at home served on the patio or in a leafy green garden!).

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Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves

Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves
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Recipe: Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves

Another Southern bridal shower mainstay, make the traditional cheese ring extra special with the addition of strawberry preserves.

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Mini Caprese Bites

Mini Caprese Bites
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Recipe: Mini Caprese Bites

The fresh flavors of mozzarella and tomato burst in these teensy, party-pleasing bites.

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Herbed Goat Cheese Bites

Herbed Goat Cheese Bites
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Recipe: Herbed Goat Cheese Bites

Fresh and flavorful and packed with fragrant herbs, these goat cheese bites brighten up any spread.

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Blue Cheese Crostini with Balsamic-Roasted Grapes

Blue Cheese Crostini with Balsamic-Roasted Grapes
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Recipe: Blue Cheese Crostini with Balsamic-Roasted Grapes

Bring even more captivating flavor to the classic crostini with blue cheese and irresistible balsamic-roasted grapes.

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    2 of 33 Cheesecake Tarts
    3 of 33 Lemon Cheesecake Bars
    4 of 33 Sparkling Ginger-Orange Cocktails
    5 of 33 Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch
    6 of 33 Sparkling Punch
    7 of 33 Fruit Salad with Yogurt
    8 of 33 Apple Butter-and-Cheddar Puffs
    9 of 33 Avocado Fruit Salad
    10 of 33 Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles
    11 of 33 Gouda Grits
    12 of 33 Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas
    13 of 33 Ham-Stuffed Biscuits With Mustard Butter
    14 of 33 Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
    15 of 33 Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites
    16 of 33 Baked Brie Bites
    17 of 33 Pimiento Cheese Gougères
    18 of 33 Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas
    19 of 33 Chicken Salad Pitas
    20 of 33 Apple Flatbread
    21 of 33 Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
    22 of 33 Mini Crab Cakes
    23 of 33 Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches
    24 of 33 Guacamole-Goat Cheese Toasts
    25 of 33 Muffuletta Deviled Eggs
    26 of 33 Ham-and-Cheese Skewers
    27 of 33 Smoked Trout Crostini with Radishes and Dill Cream
    28 of 33 Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball
    29 of 33 Tiny Tomato Tarts
    30 of 33 Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves
    31 of 33 Mini Caprese Bites
    32 of 33 Herbed Goat Cheese Bites
    33 of 33 Blue Cheese Crostini with Balsamic-Roasted Grapes

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