25 Bridal Shower Food Ideas to Suit the Taste of Any Bride
She will love this rich array of delicacies.
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Wedding bells are still ringing! Paige Drummond and David Andersen tied the knot this past weekend, and it's been a whirlwind engagement of fun events. One such important event for any soon-to-be bride? The bridal shower, of course—and if you're hosting one yourself, you need to plan a menu of her favorite foods and drinks.
Earlier this spring, Paige's bridal shower was a fanciful event wherein folks pitched in to feed the crowd. Missy, Ree's sister-in-law and Paige's aunt, whipped up lemon ricotta pizza and a batch of lemon cupcakes for dessert. "They were perfection!" Ree said. Family and friends of your own might have dishes to share, too. Traditionally, you could host a brunch party in the morning or an afternoon of high tea. But here's the thing about bridal showers: It's a celebration of the bride and her taste! Serve mini desserts, bite-sized appetizers and finger foods, and tiny sandwiches in her preferred flavors for guests to snack on.
Every bridal shower needs a signature cocktail. And again, opt for the bride's drink of choice! At Paige and David's surprise engagement party, Ranch Waters were served as the go-to beverage of the Drummond family. Just remember to opt for a drink that can be made in batches to serve multiple guests quickly and keep in mind that it's always nice have mocktails available for those who'd prefer not to imbibe.
All that's left is to show up in a cute outfit with a bridal shower gift in hand and play some bridal shower games. Just remember: Keep the food light, refreshing, and ready to be paired with a glass of champagne!
Brunch Charcuterie Board
Ladies love brunch! So this serving board piled with breakfast meats, cheeses, deviled eggs, fresh fruit, as well as condiments offers a bride-approved spread.
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Bridal Shower Cake Pops
These champagne-infused treats add a sophisticated touch to the dessert table. Tie leftovers in cellophane bags with ribbon and each guest can take home an extra cake pop or two.
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Tea Sandwiches
Sandwiches made with a variety of fillings—such as smoked salmon and cucumber, chicken salad, or ham and cheese—are a classic choice for a bridal shower. Best of all, they can be styled on tiered stands for an Instagram-worthy setup.
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Peach Bellini
Raise a glass and toast to the lucky bride! Set up a DIY bar stocked with peach schnapps and a bottle of prosecco, then let guests pick out frozen fruits to their own liking.
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Lemon Pizza
At Paige's bridal shower, Missy's lemon pizza was served. The dough is layered with parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, and shallots, as well as thinly sliced lemons. When pulled fresh and hot from the oven, add a drizzle of hot honey for kick.
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Chef's Salad on a Stick
Salad is a favorite, but it's not exactly a grab-and-go appetizer. Enter: salad on a stick! Serve leafy greens, cubed cheese, and vegetable mix-ins threaded on skewers.
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Whipped Feta Dip
For crudités and toasted pita chips, you need a crowd-pleasing party dip. This whipped feta—with a drizzle of honey and sprinkle of fresh mint—is the ideal choice.
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Apple Butter Cheese Twists
This snack proves the old adage: "An apple pie without the cheese is like a kiss without the squeeze." It's true and it's perfectly fitting to celebrate a lovesick bride at her bridal shower.
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Avocado Toast
This recipe makes enough for six servings and can easily be doubled to feed a crowd. Chop hard-boiled eggs, pico de gallo, and mango with shredded coconut into tidbits for a DIY bar. Guests can mix and match their own toppings!
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Marry Me Chicken Pasta
It's all in the name: Make it for your sweetheart and you might win a proposal! Otherwise, it's a cute morsel for guests at a bridal shower—just scoop and serve it in individual cups.
Get Ree's Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe.
Ambrosia Salad
Here's a dish with beautiful presentation for a bridal shower: It's a creamy fruit salad made from mandarin oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, and toasted coconut flakes.
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Strawberry and Goat Cheese Crostini
Crostini is always a crowdpleaser! And all you need are a handful of ingredients: fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and sliced bread drizzled in balsamic glaze for that perfect blend of tart and sweet.
Get Ree's Strawberry and Goat Cheese Crostini recipe.
Lemon White-Chocolate Truffles
If the bride-to-be is a fan of Golden Oreos, this will be her new favorite candy. These ones are decorated with yellow sprinkles, but you could use edible glitter, powdered sugar, or fancier nonpareils.
Fruit Salad with Grapefruit-Vanilla Syrup
Fruit looks so romantic in these ruby-red hues! Prepare this salad and syrup for drizzling the night beforehand, then add the raspberries and mint before serving to guests.
Yogurt Parfait
Compared to some brunch foods, yogurt parfaits are a healthy option. Dole out ingredients in serving bowls and let guests do the layering of yogurt, homemade granola, and fresh fruit mix-ins.
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Mini Bundt Cakes
Instead of serving one large cake, the bride-to-be and guests can each enjoy their own mini "cakelet." Choose from one of three different glazes: blackberry, dark chocolate sea salt, or maple-whiskey.
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Macaroons
You won't be able to stop at just one! These chocolate-dipped coconut delights are easy to gobble up off the plate. The recipe here yields 30-plus macaroons in under an hour.
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Pesto Chicken Salad Croissants
They're croissants, they're sandwiches—they're crois-sandwiches! And they're the perfect light bite for a bridal shower.
Get Ree's Pesto Chicken Salad Croissants recipe.
Tomato Tart
Ree's sister Betsy made this tart once and it was "one of the most delicious things [she'd] ever eaten." Every cut square is a savory bite of ripe tomatoes, flaky pastry, herbs, and three different types of cheese.
Get Ree's Tomato Tart recipe.
Ranch Water
This was the signature drink at Paige's engagement party! With three ingredients, it's an easy big batch cocktail. Here's a tip from Ree herself: Use Tajin (chili-lime) seasoning on the rims.
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