Baby Shower Food is a wonderful centerpiece to the baby shower. These are the appetizers that will have guests asking for the recipe, cakes the mom-to-be will remember as a wonderful part of her special day, and salads that are easy to make and wonderfully filling.
Baby Shower Food
Browse through the recipes below, and you'll discover the baby shower food that will put the dazzle into the dessert table, the awesome in the appetizers, and the satisfyingly sensational into the salads.
Who doesn't love appetizers? These appetizer recipes for baby showers are perfect finger foods to start the party off right.
More than just an appetizer but not as heavy as a full meal, they leave room for the highlight of the shower food…the cake!
Whether you have a cake or a dessert table, it can be both dessert and a centerpiece. It will definitely be a part of the shower the mom-to-be will remember.
Tips for Baby Shower Food
Feeding your guests at a baby shower can be tricky! There's a lot that you have to account for to ensure everyone is satisfied. One of the first things you need to think about are guest allergies. When you send out invitations, ask guests to indicate whether they have any food restrictions. Try to offer food that those with dietary restrictions can eat, and be wary of cross-contamination when preparing foods.
Try to prepare whatever food you can in advance. Salads are usually best when prepared day-of, but desserts and appetizers can often be prepared 1-2 days in advance. This will help you avoid last-minute rushes or overwhelming yourself with too much to do.
If you don't think you'll have the time or ability to cook all the food you need, consider turning the baby shower into a potluck! Invite guests to bring a dish that they think everyone will enjoy. To keep it even easier, assign each guest a type of food to bring. For example, maybe a few guests are tasked with bringing appetizers, while others handle the desserts. Ask guests to indicate in their RSVP whether they'll be bringing food or not, so that you can plan accordingly.
Prepare for the possibility of leftovers. If you don't want to take home any leftovers, be ready to ask guests or the mom-to-be if they want to take any food home with them. Try to make enough food for everyone, but not so much food that you're left with a ton of leftovers to deal with! This is why it's important to get RSVPs from everyone, so that you can make the right amount of food.
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