Culture and Lifestyle Weddings Bridal Showers This Is What to Serve at an Outdoor Bridal Shower By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on May 13, 2019 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Jennifer Davick 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.) 01 of 33 Lemon-Almond Tarts 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. 02 of 33 Cheesecake Tarts Van Chaplin 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. 03 of 33 Lemon Cheesecake Bars Jennifer Davick Recipe: Lemon Cheesecake Bars Easy and portable, these Lemon Cheesecake Bars are sure to please a crowd. 04 of 33 Sparkling Ginger-Orange Cocktails Jennifer Davick Recipe: Sparkling Ginger-Orange Cocktails This sparkling sipper has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy thanks to the pairing of orange and ginger. 05 of 33 Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch Alison Miksch Recipe: Lemon-Lime-Rosemary Punch Put a fragrant spin on the classic citrus punch for a refreshing, tart, herb-infused beverage. 06 of 33 Sparkling Punch 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. 07 of 33 Fruit Salad with Yogurt Jennifer Davick 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. 08 of 33 Apple Butter-and-Cheddar Puffs Hector Manuel Sanchez 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.) 09 of 33 Avocado Fruit Salad Southern Living Recipe: Avocado Fruit Salad Update your classic fruit salad recipe with this idea—a genius addition of avocado elevates the staple. 10 of 33 Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles Jennifer Davick Recipe: Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles Mini chicken and waffles. Need we say more? 11 of 33 Gouda Grits Photo: Jennifer Davick Recipe: Gouda Grits The perfect side for a brunchtime shower, gouda grits are a favorite of party planners (and guests!) everywhere. 12 of 33 Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas Photo: Jennifer Davick Recipe: Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas Bake up a few batches of these frittatas for a shower, no matter the time of day. 13 of 33 Ham-Stuffed Biscuits With Mustard Butter Southern Living 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. 14 of 33 Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers Jennifer Davick Recipe: Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers These super-fresh, supremely snackable skewers are just perfect for an outdoor shower. 15 of 33 Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites Hector Manuel Sanchez 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. 16 of 33 Baked Brie Bites Laurey W. Glenn Recipe: Baked Brie Bites This recipe makes baked brie even easier to prepare and to eat. Win-win! 17 of 33 Pimiento Cheese Gougères Hector Sanchez Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Gougeres Pimiento cheese is a must at any bridal shower. Make it memorable with this gougères recipe. 18 of 33 Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas Jennifer Davick Recipe: Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas These sublime blackberry-brie pizzettas charm guests with a burst of blackberry and the creaminess of brie. 19 of 33 Chicken Salad Pitas Iain Bagwell 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. 20 of 33 Apple Flatbread 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. 21 of 33 Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Southern Living Recipe: Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Stuff juicy cherry tomatoes for a poppingly delicious finger food. 22 of 33 Mini Crab Cakes Jennifer Davick 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. 23 of 33 Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches Iain Bagwell Recipe: Baked Brie with Jezebel Peaches Make the most of seasonal produce with this spin on crowd-pleasing baked brie. 24 of 33 Guacamole-Goat Cheese Toasts Southern Living Recipe: Guacamole-Goat Cheese Toasts Guacamole and goat cheese pairs beautifully in this recipe for crisp toast points. 25 of 33 Muffuletta Deviled Eggs Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham Recipe: Muffuletta Deviled Eggs No Southern shower would be complete without a pretty plate of delicious deviled eggs. 26 of 33 Ham-and-Cheese Skewers Charles Walton IV 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. 27 of 33 Smoked Trout Crostini with Radishes and Dill Cream Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Smoked Trout Crostini with Radishes and Dill Cream Elevate your app game with this crisp crostini. Don't skimp on the dill cream. 28 of 33 Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Feta-Olive-Fresh Herb Cheese Ball Update the much-loved cheese ball with creamy feta, tangy olives, and fragrant fresh herbs. 29 of 33 Tiny Tomato Tarts Jennifer Davick 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!). 30 of 33 Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves Jennifer Davick Recipe: Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves Another Southern bridal shower mainstay, make the traditional cheese ring extra special with the addition of strawberry preserves. 31 of 33 Mini Caprese Bites William Dickey Recipe: Mini Caprese Bites The fresh flavors of mozzarella and tomato burst in these teensy, party-pleasing bites. 32 of 33 Herbed Goat Cheese Bites Photo: William Dickey Recipe: Herbed Goat Cheese Bites Fresh and flavorful and packed with fragrant herbs, these goat cheese bites brighten up any spread. 33 of 33 Blue Cheese Crostini with Balsamic-Roasted Grapes Hector Manuel Sanchez 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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