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35 Best Baby Shower Appetizers

Planning a baby shower can be a lot of work, but it’s also super fun.

And luckily, these 35 baby shower appetizers should help streamline the process.

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The great thing about appetizers is that you can’t really go wrong.

So, whether you serve something salty, spicy, or wonderfully meaty, I’m sure the mom-to-be will be thrilled to chow down with her besties.

Of course, the key to amazing appetizers is convenience – you want something that looks great and is tasty, flavorful, and portable!

And guess what? These 35 baby shower appetizers have you covered.

Let’s get to it!

These are cool, refreshing, and totally adorable. And because there’s no cooking involved, you can whip up three dozen in just 15 minutes.

Start with a cucumber slice, add smoked salmon and top it with the zesty lemon dill cream cheese.

It’s a creamy, smoky, garden-fresh treat that everyone will enjoy.

Anything with choux pastry makes a great appetizer.

It’s flaky, mild, super tasty, and even better when you stuff it with a herby, cheesy chicken filling.

You can pop the whole thing in your mouth in a single bite. Then, you can pop another, and another, and another, and another…

They’re tiny and light! They can’t be that bad for you, right?!

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These miniature treats are colorful and lovely. Luckily, they taste as good as they look.

They take less than an hour to make and are crunchy and delicious.

Each one is like a bite-sized salad but with more crunch. They’re tangy and bright and will look great on your appetizer table.

These tart and tangy crostinis combine some seemingly strange ingredients. Somehow, though, they taste superb together.

Blueberries and lemon juice always pair nicely, of course. But adding thyme, garlic, and goat cheese may seem a bit stranger.

Even so, these are insanely good. They have a rich depth of flavor that’s impossible not to love.

These 10-minute snacks are almost impossibly easy to make, but they taste fantastic.

Each cracker features robust, herby cream cheese and a chunk of fresh cucumber.

They’re fresh, light, and won’t fill you up before the main dish.

Plus, you can’t beat them for simplicity. So if you need a flavorful appetizer in a hurry, these are the way to go.

These crispy cheese straws are flaky, herby, and awesome. Oh, and you can make them with fewer than ten ingredients!

They taste so much better than their store-bought cousins and have a terrific texture.

Super fun and easy to make, they’re always a big hit with the kids.

Tortillas and guacamole are regular appetizer options. However, they aren’t the most convenient ones.

They slow down the food line and aren’t always hygienic. (I’m looking at you, double-dippers!)

The good news is you can solve all those problems with a bag of Tostitos Scoops.

Pre-fill them with guacamole, and they become convenient and easy to eat. They’re not messy at all!

Like chips and guacamole, pizza is messy and not always a practical appetizer. But, of course, that doesn’t stop people from loving pizza.

So, use this recipe to make single-serve pizza bombs instead of whole slices. They’re cheesy, herby, and feature buttery crescent roll crusts.

The recipe calls for pepperoni. However, you can leave that out to make it vegetarian-friendly if you prefer.

Or, go ahead and throw in some chicken or sausage. You can’t go wrong!

If you prefer to work with biscuit dough, use this pizza bomb recipe instead.

The appetizers taste essentially the same, but the recipes are somewhat different.

And, of course, you can make your own biscuits if you’re feeling adventurous.

Here’s a great option if you enjoy sweet and savory appetizers.

Each one features a thick, juicy piece of Polish sausage topped with a slice of sweet and tangy pineapple.

The sticky sauce and crunchy sesame seeds add more rich flavor and a fun texture.

You’ll love these if you’re a ‘pineapple on pizza’ kind of person. Heck, you’ll probably love them even if you aren’t.

These crostinis combine basil’s freshness with the sweetness of peaches and honey.

There’s also dreamy ricotta cheese and a crusty baguette for good measure.

They’re light, sweet, and tangy treats that will wow the crowd.

The old stereotype of pregnant women loving pickles isn’t always accurate.

But just in case, you should probably whip up some of these tangy roll-ups.

They’re like classic ham and cheese pinwheels, except each has a pickle at its center.

The sour saltiness of the dill pickle adds just the right amount of pizzazz.

I’m not sure there’s a stuffed mushroom recipe that I don’t love. They’re the perfect appetizer in every way.

They’re small and convenient to eat, but they’re also packed with flavor.

As well as cheesy, garlicky, and surprisingly filling, they’re also low-carb and keto-friendly.

These fancy appetizers almost look too elegant to eat. Don’t let that stop you from making them, though, because everyone will love them.

The crunchy toasted baguette makes a fabulous base, while the cremini mushrooms and Gruyere give them an earthy, somewhat nutty flavor.

They’re buttery, rich, and take just 20 minutes to make.

These may not be the most unique option on the list. But, on the other hand, they are a great last-minute appetizer.

There’s no cooking involved, and you can pull them together in minutes.

Just add some dressing to a cup, then wash and cut your veggies and arrange them on top.

They’re fresh, tasty, and healthy!

These small wraps are always a hit, whether you call them roll-ups or pinwheels.

This one is like an Italian sub, featuring pepperoni, salami, cheese, and lots of veggies.

The Italian seasoning in the cream cheese makes them super flavorful, too.

They’re a simple, refreshing snack perfect for spring and summer baby showers.

What if I told you that you could serve taco salad as an appetizer?

You’d probably have all kinds of arguments against it, right?

“It’s too messy! It slows down the line! It’s a lot of work!”

None of that is true of these bite-sized taco cups.

Instead, you’ll stick an entire taco salad into a crunchy wonton. They’re beefy, cheesy, and full of flavor.

You can also add whatever taco toppings you like best. So despite their small size, they’re entirely customizable.

These fiery appetizers have everything you love about jalapeño poppers. The only difference is that it’s all stuffed into a crispy wonton wrapper.

They’re spicy, cheesy, garlicky, and thanks to the bacon, they also have a delightfully salty taste.

Basically, they’re a fun new way to whip up a familiar classic.

Of course, some people would rather have OG jalapeño poppers – which I totally get! After all, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!

Don’t worry; I have a recipe for that, too. Bacon, cheese, garlic…it’s all there.

Plus, it takes only 30 minutes to make them. Win-win.

Is there anything more refreshing than a Caprese salad?

Harness that flavor in a smaller, easier-to-eat package with these salad skewers.

Each one features fresh basil leaves, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes. You’ll drizzle it all in a zesty balsamic glaze.

Doing so gives you an invigorating appetizer that everyone will enjoy.

Their garden-fresh flavor and bright colors make them a fast favorite at any event. Plus, you don’t have to do any cooking to make them.

These mini chicken and waffles are more than a mouthful. In fact, you’ll need to assemble them on skewers to keep them from toppling over.

The crunchy fried chicken tastes excellent against the sweetness of the syrupy waffles.

They’re sticky and messy, but they’re also incredibly delectable.

Sweet-n-savory lil’ smokies are a sure-fire crowd-pleaser at any party. They’re meaty, salty, and loaded with smoky sweetness.

You’ll cook these babies on skewers to keep the bacon in place. Just be sure to leave room between each, so they crisp up on all sides!

As much as I love these snacks, I find them ill-named. For one thing, they don’t use pretzel dough but pizza dough.

So, these are not the soft pretzel bites you’re used to eating. Instead, they’re more like pigs-in-a-blanket.

That said, they’re totally delicious. The salty, buttery crust is undeniably scrumptious with the juicy sausages.

I don’t have many sweet appetizers here, but the few I do have are amazing. And this one is no exception.

It’s a delightful layered kabob treat you’ll want to make again and again.

There are warm, golden-brown biscuits, fresh strawberries, and creamy Cool Whip.

Whether you like strawberry shortcakes or not, you’re sure to enjoy these.

It’s hard to beat coconut shrimp. But once you add pineapple chunks to them, they’re out of this world.

These appetizers taste like something you’d get at your favorite tropical restaurant. Luckily, you don’t have to fly to Hawaii to enjoy them.

With fewer than ten ingredients, you can make them yourself at home.

Cheesy, tangy buffalo chicken dip always tastes fantastic, no matter the occasion.

So, whip some up with only a handful of ingredients and five minutes of prep time.

The slow cooker does all the rest of the work for you!

Serve it with chips, crackers, or even celery stalks! It’s always a crowd-pleaser.

While not the healthiest side dish, mac & cheese is warm and comforting.

Most people fall in love with it during childhood and never grow out of that love. And, to be honest, it’s hard to find a way to improve on such a classic.

Well…other than these incredible fried mac & cheese balls!

These are supremely cheesy and entirely comforting. They’re also crispy on the outside and delightfully creamy on the inside.

You can down the whole thing in just one or two bites – so you’ll want to make extra!

If cooking isn’t your forte, then don’t! No one said tasty appetizers had to be cooked.

Whip up some mini sandwiches instead. Anyone can assemble bread, cheese, and deli meats, right?

Add some lettuce and mustard, and spread a little cream cheese on the bread. People will love them, and you’ll love how easy they are to make.

Sweet-n-salty, brown sugar-coated bacon wrapped around tender, juicy chicken? Where do I sign up?!

These are phenomenal, and I didn’t even mention all the spices yet!

There’s chili powder, thyme, garlic, and more. It’s a veritable smorgasbord of seasonings!

These things may be small and straightforward, but they contain a lot of flavor.

Tomato tarts are like teeny-tiny pizzas, only much fresher.

You’ll start with buttery puff pastry dough. To that, you’ll add onions, tomatoes, cheese, parsley, and herbs.

Each one is fresh, warm, and a little bit addictive. The caramelized onions alone will have you coming back for more.

Coming up with the ideal baby shower appetizer doesn’t have to be a lot of work.

It could be as simple as cutting fruit and sticking it on skewers.

That’s all you’ll do for this one, and I guarantee you that no one will complain.

If you want to add something extra, whip up some homemade fruit dip for serving.

Here’s an even more elaborate option that’s just as simple to pull together. Combine your favorite fruits and veggies with cheeses, crackers, and meats.

It’s still 100% cooking-free and shouldn’t take longer than 10 minutes to prepare.

And the truly great part about it? It looks like something elaborate and expensive and will impress all your guests.

These are the same silky smooth, tangy deviled eggs you know and love, only there’s an extra bit of oomph thanks to the bacon and garlic.

They’re smoky and insanely good. And you can make two dozen in less than an hour.

These deviled eggs are also delightful, but they have more going on.

You’ll add bacon and roasted garlic to them, too, as well as asparagus and so much more.

In fact, these might be the most well-seasoned deviled eggs you’ll ever try. They’re also prettier than traditional deviled eggs. (At least, I think so.)

If you’re an avid deviled eggs eater, give them a try. You won’t be disappointed.

These cool, juicy skewers are sweet, tangy, and fresh. They’re like a sweeter, more refreshing version of the Caprese salad skewers above.

Fortunately, they’re just as easy to pull together.

Simply arrange the watermelon, feta, and mint leaves on skewers, then drizzle them with balsamic vinegar.

They’re a decadent, delicious treat.

35 Best Baby Shower Appetizers

Planning a baby shower can be a lot of work, but it’s also super fun. And luckily, these 35 baby shower appetizers should help streamline the process.

Ingredients

Cucumber Smoked Salmon Appetizer
Chicken Bouchees (Chicken Puffs)
Sweet Potato Appetizer Bites
Whipped Goat Cheese and Blueberry Balsamic Crostini
Herbed Cream Cheese Cucumber Crackers
Southern Cheddar & Herb Cheese Straws
Gluten-Free Chip and Guacamole Bites
Pepperoni Cheese Pizza Bombs
Pepperoni Pizza Bombs
Sesame Pineapple Sausage Bites
Peach Basil Crostini
Pickle, Ham & Cream Cheese Roll-ups
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushroom Bruschetta with Gruyere and Thyme
Mini Veggie Cups
Italian Sub Sandwich Roll-ups
Wonton Taco Cups
Mini Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls
Jalapeno Poppers with Bacon
Caprese Salad Skewers
Mini Chicken & Waffles
Little Smokies Wrapped in Bacon
Easy Soft Pretzel Bites
Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs
Coconut Pineapple Shrimp Skewers
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Mini Sandwiches
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites
Oscar Tomato Tarts
Fruit Kabobs
Fruit and Cheese Platter
Bacon & Roasted Garlic Deviled Eggs
Bacon Blue Deviled Eggs with Roasted Garlic and Asparagus
Watermelon, Feta, and Mint Skewers

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37 Crowd-Pleasing Baby Shower Food Ideas

Planning a baby shower is lots of fun, especially when it comes to brainstorming food ideas. Whether you’re looking for food ideas that match your chosen baby shower theme or you’re just looking for quick, easy, and flavorful options that everyone will love, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our 37 baby shower food ideas, including savories, sweets, and thirst-quenching drinks.

9 Tips and Ideas for Planning a Baby Shower Menu

When planning a baby shower, you can be as creative as you like with the food ideas, but it’s also important to consider some practical aspects.

As the host, you’ll have a lot to take care of, including decorating the venue, so it’s good to plan food that is quick to make and easy to serve and eat.

Here are some tips to help you think about the types of food to choose, how to serve it, and more:

Savory Baby Shower Food Ideas

Whether you plan on having only finger foods or an entire menu at the baby shower, here are some ideas for the savory food:

Baby Shower Dessert Table Food Ideas

Besides having a baby shower cake as a centerpiece, you may want to have a dessert table with an assortment of other sweet offerings. Here are some ideas for crowd-pleasing sweets and desserts:

Drinks

Beyond serving the usual wine spritzer or sparkling wine at the baby shower, consider some alcohol-free drinks, like mocktails, punch, and homemade sodas:

The Bottom Line

You’ll no doubt have lots of fun planning and serving the food for the mom-to-be’s baby shower.

If you’ve decided to prepare most of the food, round up some of the mom-to-be’s friends and family to help. Make it easier on yourself by using some store-bought elements, too. You could also make some of what’s on offer but ask each guest to bring a small plate to share.

Set up food and dessert tables so that guests can serve themselves buffet style, and stick to foods that aren’t too messy to eat while standing up and mingling.

If you have a set theme, you can tie the food into the theme by using colored frosting, or by piping lettering onto foods like “Oh, Baby!” Cookie cutters are your friend! Cut everything from brownies to sandwiches into shapes that match the theme. You can also connect the food and drinks to the theme based on the colors you choose for the straws, napkins, and cupcake liners.

Having a chocolate fondue fountain or a soda bar can create an interactive element that guests will love.

Have fun with it! Your options are endless, and you might find you really get into it once you get started. And, always remember, no matter what food and drinks you serve, your guests — especially the guest of honor — will really appreciate your efforts and thoughtfulness.

While you’re here, check out our baby shower checklist to double-check that you’ve covered everything for the upcoming event.

150 dishes with step by step photos

Recipes according to GOST for children in kindergarten from 1 to 7 years. Proven recipes with step by step photos, calories and cooking time. Breakfasts for children, lunches, dinners

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Quince has a pleasant aroma and delicate fruity taste, and can be used to make a variety of dishes, including delicious desserts.

With or without apples, with jam or sour cream, these pancakes are good for everyone. nine0003

Sauerkraut soup like in kindergarten is recommended for older children.

Kindergarten-style cheese omelette is a wonderful breakfast for the whole family. Due to the presence of cheese in the recipe, the omelet is not bland, so parents will also like it.

Oranges are citrus fruits that we see on the shelves of shops all year round.

Fish baked in an omelette like in a kindergarten - a dish that is absolutely predictable in taste. nine0003

So many parents experience their children's dislike for vegetables, and this is often frustrating.

Adding another great soup to my kindergarten recipe box. Bean dishes are always hearty and healthy, and green peas, moreover, not only cook quickly, but also please with their beautiful green color.

After a year, the children's menu expands significantly and one of the first dishes that are introduced into the diet of babies is puree soups. nine0003

Pretty satisfying, thanks to potatoes, and fresh, thanks to cucumber, the salad will surely appeal to children.

In winter and spring, it is recommended to introduce dried fruits into the children's diet, since fresh fruits at this time of the year contain much less vitamins and nutrients.

Another salad in the piggy bank of recipes according to the kindergarten's technological maps.

From the age of about a year, fruits are introduced into the child's diet. Of course, if a child has few teeth and still cannot chew pieces, then we can only talk about fruit purees. nine0003

I would never have thought that rabbit meatballs like in kindergarten can be so tender and juicy!

Carrots stewed with rice and prunes, like in kindergarten - hearty, tasty, slightly sweet and, thanks to prunes, very fragrant dish.

Almost everyone remembers this pasta and cottage cheese casserole, it was a frequent guest on the tables in many kindergartens.

Boiled pasta baked with eggs, as in kindergarten, is suitable not only for a children's table, but can also be an interesting side dish for people on a diet (suitable for diets No. 3, No. 4c, diets No. 6, 7, 8, 10 , 11 and 15). nine0003

Soup-puree from zucchini, like in kindergarten, turns out to be very tender, calm, pleasant to the taste.

How many children love cauliflower? I don't know them :) Usually, the very smell of boiled cauliflower already drives the children out of the kitchen, but not in this case.

Fish patties with vegetables baked like in kindergarten - quite an interesting dish.

Delicious and fragrant garnish with a golden crust is potatoes baked in sour cream, like in a kindergarten. nine0003

Now even small children know that it is healthy to eat vegetables, but few people realize that the color of these vegetables is also of great importance.

Delicious, hearty and healthy chopped chicken fillet with scrambled eggs and vegetables, cooked like in a kindergarten, the whole family will like it.

Using the most common and familiar products in every kitchen, let's cook krupenik like in kindergarten.

Children are often reluctant to eat in kindergarten. The food is unusual, not homemade, “strange”. nine0003

But it often happens the other way around: “I want it like in a kindergarten!”. If this is your case, then this collection of kindergarten-style recipes is perfect for you and your child.

In addition, all the recipes from this collection are prepared according to technological maps for preschool institutions and are ideal for organizing baby food.

If your "Nehochuha" eats mostly pasta and refuses to eat anything else, you will find suitable options here to diversify your child's diet. nine0003

For example, if a child eats semolina in kindergarten but refuses to eat it at home, you can find here the recipe for semolina in the form in which the child eats it in kindergarten.

The same applies to recipes for other breakfasts, as well as soups, second courses and side dishes. The taste and appearance of the dishes is the same as in kindergarten. Suitable for children from 1.5 to 7 years and their parents. After all, we often have to eat up for our "Nehochuhs", don't we? :)

By the way, you will probably be interested in our training “ How to teach a child to eat right in two weeks? ” .

Children's vegetable dishes

Cooking for children: seven delicious vegetable dishes

Vegetables should be in the child's diet every day. But what if he strikes and stubbornly rejects these products? We offer to cook vegetable dishes for children, which even the most picky will not refuse.

Golden zucchini

Zucchini is one of the most popular vegetables, especially in baby food. It is great for making purees and soups. However, sometimes you can cook something more interesting, such as a casserole. Grate 2 zucchini and squeeze out the liquid. Mix them with grated carrots, 3 eggs and 150 g of sour cream. Gradually introduce 7-8 tbsp. l. flour, stirring the base with a whisk. You can lightly beat it with a mixer - so the casserole will turn out more airy. Pour the dough into a greased form and put in an oven preheated to 200 ° C for 45-50 minutes. This children's zucchini dish can be given to babies from 2 years old. For older children, grated cheese can be added to the dough. nine0003

Cabbage instead of meat

White cabbage also deserves a place in the children's diet. And so that the kids make friends with her faster, make vegetable cutlets. Scald with boiling water 500 g of cabbage leaves and pass through a meat grinder. We spread the minced cabbage in a pan with 10 g of butter and 3 tbsp. l. milk. We pour out 3 tbsp. l. semolina and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes. When the semolina swells, remove the pan from the heat. We combine the cabbage base with 1 egg and 2 tbsp. l. flour, beat into a homogeneous mass and form cutlets. Roll each in flour and bake for 20 minutes at a temperature of 180 ° C. With sour cream, this baby cabbage dish will disappear in half the time. nine0003

Vitamin Pizza

Children's cauliflower dishes are often not very popular with children. But not vegetable pizza. Grind 400 g of raw cabbage in a blender and put it in the oven for 5 minutes at a temperature of 180 ° C. Then cool it, drive in 1 egg, 2 tbsp. l. olive oil, 100 g grated cheese and a pinch of salt. From the resulting dough, roll out 2-3 cakes with a thickness of 5-7 mm and bake in the oven for 20 minutes at a temperature of 180 ° C. Lightly coat them with tomato paste and lay out any vegetables and toppings that your children like best. Put the pizzas back in the oven for 5-7 minutes. Kids love pizza, and this variation will surely intrigue them. nine0003

Variegated pudding

Vegetable broccoli pudding is another interesting cabbage variation. We disassemble 100 g of cabbage into inflorescences. Grate the same amount of carrots and potatoes. Cut into cubes 1 yellow bell pepper, 150 g of ham. Pour boiling water over 30 g of oatmeal for 15 minutes. We combine them with broccoli, chopped vegetables and ham and lightly add. Lubricate the baking dish with oil, sprinkle with ground breadcrumbs and lay out the vegetable base. First, bake the pudding in the oven for 20 minutes at 180 °C. Then fill it with a mixture of 50 ml of milk, chicken eggs and 1 tsp. vegetable oil and return to the oven for 10 minutes. By the way, cabbage pudding can be put in a lunchbox for children, sending it to school. nine0003

Potato with a surprise

Many children's potato dishes are loved by little ones. So that they do not become boring, sometimes you can surprise them with something unusual. For example, potato roll. Boil 400 g of peeled potatoes and 2 hard boiled eggs. Fry the chopped onion until translucent. Puree the potatoes with a blender, add 2 tsp. butter and a pinch of salt. We make a filling from eggs: finely chop and mix with bright vegetables, such as red pepper, green onions, cabbage, also finely chopped. We spread the puree on baking paper with a layer 4-5 mm thick, tamp the egg-onion filling on top and roll up the roll. We transfer it to a greased baking sheet, sprinkle with breadcrumbs and put it in the oven for 30 minutes at a temperature of 180 ° C. Even the pickiest little gourmets will appreciate this dish. nine0003

Sunny soup

When you want to diversify your child's menu, think about children's pumpkin dishes. Delicate pumpkin cream soup is exactly what the body needs in the fall. Cut into cubes 250 g of pumpkin pulp and 100 g of carrots. Pour the vegetables into boiling water and cook for 20-25 minutes until they soften. Cool them and beat with a blender into a homogeneous puree. You can add here 2-3 chopped sprigs of dill or parsley. Pour 125 ml of warmed milk into the vegetable mixture and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.