Picnic Recipes

Pack a basket with your favorite dishes for outdoor dining, like potluck salads, finger foods, grilled burgers, cold drinks and more easy picnic recipes.

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    Brownie Batter Dip

    13 reviews

    Our brownie batter dip gives you all the flavor and none of the bake time of true brownies. It's perfect...


    Picnic Coleslaw

    5 reviews

    I usually prepare this distinctive, colorful coleslaw for picnics, block parties and potlucks. No matter where I take this tasty...


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    Sweet Potato Pie

    74 reviews

    Sweet potato pie is a southern classic dessert that is popular both at the holiday table and any time you...


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    Apple Slab Pie

    4 reviews

    This sprawling, sheet pan-sized apple slab pie will surely be a crowd-pleaser. Thinner than a pie, it's like nibbling a...


    Ham Balls

    12 reviews

    Don't worry if you've never heard of ham balls. They're well known in the Midwest for their unique sweet-tangy flavor,...


    Overnight Salad

    2 reviews

    A co-worker shared this recipe with me several years ago. It's never failed to be a hit when I serve...


    Golden Glow Salad

    2 reviews

    "MY SISTER and I loved this salad because we thought it tasted like a dessert. We ate a lot of...


    Pineapple Coleslaw

    10 reviews

    It’s rich. It’s juicy. It’s sweet. Pineapple coleslaw is the tropical twist that has been missing from picnics and backyard...

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    Blueberry Tart

    14 reviews

    This simple blueberry tart showcases the best of peak-season fresh fruit. It’s so good you can serve it alone, but...


    Dill Dip

    10 reviews

    It's not a party without dip, and this dill dip recipe is the perfect centerpiece for a crudités board, crackers...


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    German Coleslaw

    5 reviews

    German coleslaw recipe contains no mayonnaise, and we promise you won’t miss it! This salad has the perfect balance of...


    Pickled Slaw

    10 reviews

    Pickled slaw is a fantastic alternative to mayonnaise-based coleslaw. It can also be made ahead, so it is a great...


    Buttermilk Pie

    6 reviews

    Our buttermilk pie consists of a cinnamon-lemon custard layer nestled inside a tender, flaky pie crust. It's so delicious, you'll...


    Cajun Fried Chicken

    1 review

    Sink your teeth into our Cajun fried chicken that’s loaded with savory spices.


    Hamburger Cookies

    2 reviews

    Just like Darlene Brenden's Caramel Apple Bites (see recipe finder), Pat Carter shares a sweet treat children can help create....


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    7-Layer Dip

    5 reviews

    Bring this 7-layer dip to the party, and you'll be bringing the party to the snack table!


    Chocolate Pecan Brownies

    17 reviews

    These brownies have been in my recipe collection since I was 9 years old. I've added to and altered the...

    No-Yolk Deviled Eggs

    3 reviews

    "This lighter recipe still provides traditional deviled egg flavor and appearance," conveys Dottie Burton of Cincinnati, Ohio. "A mashed potato...


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    Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

    26 reviews

    If you’re a lover of tender, chewy chocolate chip cookies, this recipe was made for you.


    Amish Raisin Cookies

    25 reviews

    I found this recipe for a chewy raisin cookie in one of the many Amish cookbooks I own. I haven't...


    Ham Roll-Ups

    9 reviews

    You only need four ingredients to make these ham roll-ups: deli ham, cream cheese, olives and green onions.


    Frozen Cherry Salad

    8 reviews

    Pretty slices of this refreshing salad are dotted with colorful cherries for a festive look. The flavor is pleasant and...


    Italian Vegetable Salad

    2 reviews

    Even our two small children eat their vegetables when I serve this colorful nutritious combination. To make it a main...

    Creamy Chicken Salad

    8 reviews

    I modified the original recipe for this chicken salad to make it healthier. The ingredients are so flavorful that my...


    Pumpkin Streusel Muffins

    18 reviews

    These pumpkin streusel muffins have a rich pumpkin flavor and a sweet, crumbly topping. They’ll make any fall or winter...


    Potato Pan Rolls

    5 reviews

    My family loves these rolls and requests them often. They don't take long to make because you use quick-rise yeast....


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    Banana Walnut Bread

    29 reviews

    This banana walnut bread is delicious, comforting and super speedy to prepare. It doesn't take much more than sugary bananas...


    Picnic Stuffed Eggs

    3 reviews

    My dad loves these stuffed eggs, which are a Southern favorite. I've been cooking since I became a teenager, and...


    Hot Dog Buns

    2 reviews

    This hot dog bun recipe has been in my family for years. Store-bought buns just can't compete with homemade. The...