Hosting is, hands-down, one of my favorite hobbies<\/a>. Don\u2019t get me wrong\u2014I\u2019ve had moments of regret during prep and cleanup. Nevertheless, I\u2019m here to show you that feeding a large group<\/a> doesn\u2019t mean you have to spend hours in the kitchen or break the bank. Yes\u2014it\u2019s possible to create a dish for every part of your meal that\u2019s affordable, delicious, and yields enough for plenty of guests to enjoy. These dessert recipes to feed a crowd are sure to satisfy everyone\u2019s sweet tooth without the stress. We\u2019ve got everything from no-bake treats<\/a> to make-ahead picks. There\u2019s sure to be something to fit everyone\u2019s palate. <\/p>\n Good dessert recipes for feeding a crowd have a few key elements. First, how many people can your dessert feed? Typically, I turn to cookies or a cake recipe when I have over four people in attendance. Then there\u2019s the aspect of giving the people what they want\u2014if I happen to have picky eaters in attendance (no shame!) I\u2019ll opt for a lower-ingredient recipe that eliminates any acquired tastes.<\/p>\n Whatever crowd you\u2019re looking to accommodate, this list has plenty of options that\u2019ll inspire you to create stunning, meal-making desserts. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Whether you\u2019re constructing this board during the holiday season or simply to end your gathering on a sweet note, it\u2019s the perfect option for quick, throw-together grazing. Adding store-bought sweets to a large serving platter is the easiest way to serve dessert without any baking or prepping. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>For presentation, dust your board with a bit of powdered sugar. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Cookies make great dessert recipes to feed a crowd, as you can increase\u00a0or decrease the size of your batches according to your guest headcount. When\u00a0Elizabeth Ho<\/a>\u00a0from\u00a0Birdhouse Bakeshop<\/a>\u00a0shared this holiday Linzer cookie recipe with our team, we were stunned at how simple yet elaborate-looking these treats were. For the citrus curd, the options are unlimited\u2014throw<\/span> in anything from orange extract to dried lavender. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Vanilla paste or vanilla bean seeds help bring an element of sweetness to these cookies. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>This cookie recipe, brought to us by\u00a0Daphne Oz, is sweet meets savory<\/span>. The flavor contrast is their highlight\u2014blending the sweet and light shortbread with nutty sesame seeds and rich, creamy tahini. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>What would a chocolate chip cookie be without chocolate chips? <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>There\u2019s something undeniably gorgeous about Linzer cookies. Their elevated appearance presents the illusion of a complex dessert that\u2019s surprisingly simple to make. With their crumbly shortbread, chocolate ganache filling, and a generous dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies have it all. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>A splash of Grande Mariner, while not required, enhances the orange flavor. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Last year, these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies were on repeat in my kitchen. Dusted with the perfect sprinkle of flaky salted and filled with chopped dark chocolate, these elevated chocolate chip cookies belong in your recipe book.<\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>It\u2019s the pumpkin puree. Enough said. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>If you, like myself, are a PSL fanatic, these pumpkin spice cookies are for you. With a glaze equivalent to sweet cream on your latte, dusted with cinnamon, and filled with pumpkin pie spice flavors, these are a great dessert for welcoming in the fall season. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>The cinnamon glaze is elite. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>When the weather starts to warm up, I stray from dense, overly sweet dessert recipes. Instead, I gravitate toward lighter flavors while incorporating fresh fruits or extracts. With a sweet and textured crumble topping and stunning fresh strawberries, this olive oil cake makes for both the best seasonal dessert and breakfast the following morning. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Greek yogurt helps this cake retain its moisture. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Claire Ptak\u2019s take on the classic apple tarte tatin is simply divine. She uses fresh peaches, light and fluffy puff pastry, and a nutty almond peach leaf custard. Needless to say, I\u2019m obsessed. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>I\u2019m a firm believer that fresh peaches are the way to go here. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>We have a plethora of options when it comes to keeping things GF, but this is one of my personal favorites. With a batter including whole milk ricotta for a moist sponge, lemon zest, and fresh raspberries, it\u2019s a simple way to keep things grain-free and delicious. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>I love the use of almonds as this cake\u2019s topping. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>This cake is the intersection of simple and elegant while still being a crowd-pleasing dish for everyone to enjoy. The mascarpone cream combines sweet, light, and comforting flavors with a presentation that will have everyone in awe. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Strawberries, of course!<\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Everyone loves a chocolate cake, and this recipe is no exception. The icing is made from chocolate chips, cream cheese, and heavy cream, keeping things mildly sweet to balance out the cake\u2019s richness.<\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Almond flour is a great GF alternative to typical AP flour. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>This snack cake isn\u2019t just low-ingredient\u2014it\u2019s a breeze to throw together, too. Creamy peanut butter is a base ingredient for this recipe and likely a pantry staple you have on hand. Pair this cake with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a simple, romanticize-your-life moment.<\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>This peanut butter Greek yogurt frosting is to die for. <\/p>\n Why We Love It:\u00a0<\/strong>This recipe is a no-bake delight, using minimal ingredients and plenty of ingredients you likely have on hand.<\/span> It\u2019s one of those make-ahead recipes that need to sit for a while, but that\u2019s precisely what makes it one of the best easy dessert recipes to feed a crowd. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Lemon cookies are a crucial component.<\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>If a strawberry shortcake and a pound cake had a baby, it would probably look like this delicious gluten-free cake with fresh strawberries and a spiced cardamom coconut cream frosting. Baking any dessert with citrus zest is a great way to mix up the flavors of seemingly simple desserts, and this cake speaks to how easy the process really is. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Coconut yogurt (or any yogurt of choice) gives this cake the perfect amount of added moisture. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>This pumpkin cake is another one of the fall recipes I couldn\u2019t stop baking last season. What makes this cake one of the best easy dessert recipes to feed a crowd is that it\u2019s super rich\u2014meaning you can slice small and serve more. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>It\u2019s hard to pick just one, but I\u2019d have to say the addition of cinnamon gives this cake a savory and spiced fall element. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>I\u2019ve been a lover of carrot cake for as long as I can remember, but I hadn\u2019t settled on a go-to recipe before I found this one. This cake has a subtle hint of orange, paired with a crunchy texture from toasted pecans. And, of course, the cream cheese frosting is a must. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Orange zest in the frosting is a game-changer. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Nothing is more holiday-esque than peppermint and hot chocolate. The two flavors were practically meant for each other, and when they\u2019re incorporated into an innovative dessert, there\u2019s no going wrong. This cake also gets bonus points for being gluten-free. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Whipped cream frosting? Yes, please. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Bite-sized snacks can be a fast and easy way to craft some of the easiest desserts for large-scale gatherings. If a whole cake isn\u2019t in the cards for your crowd, snack cakes are a great option for popping in the oven and serving in a pinch. Plus, this recipe uses pantry staples that will likely prevent any last-minute grocery shopping. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Freshly grated nutmeg enhances the flavor of your batter. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>The opportunities for baking and cooking with rhubarb<\/a> are endless. Aside from its show-stopping appearance, this rhubarb cake is packed with fresh and tart fruit flavors that make for a perfect match with a sweet and flaky cake. The best part\u2014it\u2019s only six steps! <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Just a splash of orange juice added to your rhubarb compote makes this cake all the more bright.<\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>I\u2019m fully on board with the olive oil cake trend. These cakes boast a unique texture and flavor that surprises guests who may be expecting your stereotypical fluffy cake. Adorned with candied oranges and a simple glaze in place of heavy frosting, it\u2019s packed with flavor while being elegantly simple. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Toasted walnuts give this cake a nutty flavor that contrasts the tangy citrus. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>There\u2019s something about the combination of an olive oil cake with fruit that makes these recipes so special. This particular cake, inspired by Mina Stone\u2019s classic recipe, has the ideal dense and sponge-like texture with spiced elements from cinnamon and cloves.<\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>While optional, cognac adds a special fruity and sweet touch. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Everyone in Texas has a tres leches recipe that they swear by, but this might be one of my favorites (unbiased opinion, of course). After trying and testing numerous variations over the years, this version with rum and a hint of espresso or cold brew continues to win me over. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient:\u00a0<\/strong>A bit of cardamom is essential in the best tres leches recipes.<\/span> <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>Icebox cakes are a year-round hit in my household, but this one in particular is a recipe repeat. It\u2019s a dessert that\u2019s not overwhelmingly sweet, as ripe mangos create a natural sweet element without any artificial flavors. The cardamom cream pairs perfectly as a subtle and soft base for your fresh fruit. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>This salty pistachio crumble? Insane. <\/p>\n Why We Love It:<\/strong> There\u2019s something about a chai spice blend that brings a sense of comfort and coziness into any dish. When it comes to the holiday season, I can\u2019t help but turn to this chai carrot cake recipe, which doubles as a delicious dessert and a lovely centerpiece. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>This cake is a true testament to how versatile of an ingredient carrots are. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>It\u2019s hard to go wrong with a buttermilk pie. This recipe\u2019s presentation is just the tip of the iceberg\u2014the creamy, custard-based filling has a cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e-like texture that\u2019s sheltered by a light and flaky pie crust. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>A dollop of whipped cream to serve is essential!<\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>As far as fruit desserts are concerned, this recipe is at the top of my list. Requiring only five ingredients, it\u2019s a quick and easy way to throw together an easy dessert recipe that won\u2019t take too much time in the kitchen. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>This strawberry cheesecake ice cream is always on my grocery list. <\/p>\n Why We Love It:\u00a0<\/strong>Everyone has been raving over this one-bowl brownie recipe for the past few months, so of course, I had to see what the hype was about.<\/span> Needless to say, it did not disappoint. When it comes to brownies, I have high standards, and this recipe checks all of my boxes. With an airy, souffle-like texture with crispy edges, I could go on about these brownies for days. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient:<\/strong> The flaky sea salt garnish brings it all together. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>This is THE summer dessert and a recipe I come back to every year. These baked lemon bars consist of a gluten-free graham cracker crust and a light and tangy custard-like filling, topped with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, of course. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Tapioca starch may not currently be a pantry staple in your household, but it might be after trying this recipe. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>There\u2019s something about a cobbler recipe, a bit of ice cream, and a sweet crumble topping that makes me crave a hot summer day by the pool. While you can swap in any fruit of choice for this cobbler, blackberries celebrate the best of the summer season. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>A bit of vanilla ice cream, homemade or store-bought, is essential. <\/p>\n Why We Love It: <\/strong>The best thing about a fruit salad is that it can be doubled, tripled, or quadrupled to make one of the easiest dessert recipes to feed a crowd. With summer peaches, ripe blueberries, and a variety of other fresh favorites, this fruit salad makes for a dish that no one will turn down. <\/p>\n Hero Ingredient: <\/strong>Use a bit of lemon zest and juice to enhance your fruit\u2019s flavors. <\/p>\n40 Easy Dessert Recipes to Feed a Crowd<\/h2>\n
Cookie Recipes to Feed a Crowd<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\nCookie Charcuterie Board<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\nLinzer Cookies with Winter Citrus Curd<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"tahini](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/sesame-tahini-shortbread-plated-865x1298.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nChocolate Chip Tahini Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"chocolate](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chocolate-orange-linzer-shortbread-cookies-865x1296.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nChocolate Orange Linzer Shortbread Cookies<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"pumpkin](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/best-pumpkin-chocolate-chip-cookies-865x1231.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nPumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\nChewy Pumpkin Spice Cookies<\/a><\/h3>\n
Cake and Pie Recipes to Feed a Crowd<\/h2>\n
![\"strawberry](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/summer-strawberry-olive-oil-cake-1-865x1297.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nStrawberry Olive Oil Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"peach](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/peach-tarte-tatin-1-865x1296.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nPeach Tarte Tatin<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"grain-free](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/grain-free-lemon-raspberry-cake-1-865x1297.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nGrain-Free Lemon Raspberry Almond Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"strawberry](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/strawberry-cake-fruit-desserts-1-865x1296.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nStrawberry Cake with Mascarpone Cream<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"gluten-free](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/gluten-free-chocolate-cake-865x1297.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nGluten-Free Chocolate Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"peanut](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/peanut-butter-banana-snack-cake-865x1297.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nPeanut Butter Banana Snack Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"lemon](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/lemon-icebox-cake-1-865x1298.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nLemon Icebox Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"gluten-free](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/gluten-free-citrus-cake-1-865x1296.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nGluten-Free Citrus Cake with Strawberries and Cardamom Coconut Cream<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"pumpkin](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/pumpkin-loaf-cake-865x1297.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nPumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"carrot](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/carrot-cake-865x1297.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nCarrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"flourless](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/flourless-peppermint-chocolate-cake-865x1298.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nFlourless Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"pumpkin](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/pumpkin-snack-cake-with-cinnamon-streusel--865x1150.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nPumpkin Snack Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"rhubarb](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/rhubarb-meringue-cake-easy-desserts-to-feed-a-crowd-865x1297.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nRhubarb Meringue Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"walnut](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/walnut-and-honey-olive-oil-cake-865x1298.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nWalnut & Honey Olive Oil Cake with Candied Citrus<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"mina](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mina-Stones-Olive-Oil-Cake-865x1298.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nMina Stone\u2019s Olive Oil Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"rum](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/tres-leches-cake-865x1298.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nRum & Coffee Spiced Tres Leches<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"mango](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/mango-icebox-cake-865x1181.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nMango Cardamom Icebox Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"masala](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/masala-chai-carrot-cake-865x1281.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nMasala Chai Carrot Cake<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"classic](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/classic-buttermilk-pie-easy-dessert-recipes-to-feed-a-crowd-865x1297.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nClassic Buttermilk Pie<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"cherry](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/cherry-berry-ice-cream-pie-on-a-platter-865x1297.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nCherry Berry Ice Cream Pie<\/a><\/h3>\n
More Dessert Recipes to Feed a Crowd<\/h2>\n
![\"best](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/one-bowl-brownies-recipe-easy-865x1298.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nCamille\u2019s Mom\u2019s Best Brownie Recipe Ever<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"gluten](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/gluten-free-lemon-bars-865x1297.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nGluten-Free Lemon Bars<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"blackberry](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/easy-blackberry-cobbler-865x1283.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nBlackberry Cobbler<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"summer](\"https:\/\/camillestyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/summer-fruit-salad-865x1180.jpeg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nSummer Fruit Salad<\/a> <\/h3>\n