Retro Flavors, Backyard Feasts: 20 Summer Potluck Classics

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Nothing says summer like sunshine, good company, and a table full of retro summer potluck classics. You know the ones—jello salads, deviled eggs, and casseroles that remind you of neighborhood block parties and backyard BBQs. These dishes bring serious nostalgic vibes and are guaranteed to disappear fast. If you’re heading to a get-together, your plate needs one (or three) of these crowd-pleasers.

Spicy Fruit Salad With Star Anise

Spicy Fruit Salad With Star Anise. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

You can never go wrong with a bowl of fresh fruit. Spicy Fruit Salad adds just a hint of spice and seasoning to improve even the best fruit at the market.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Fruit Salad With Star Anise

Lemon Blueberry Bars With A Shortbread Crust

close up of mini lemon blueberry bars.
Lemon Blueberry Bars With A Shortbread Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These Lemon Bars with blueberries are sweet and tart, resting on a buttery shortbread crust. Perfect for potlucks or parties.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Bars With A Shortbread Crust

Ambrosia Fruit Salad With Marshmallows

ambrosia salad in a clear glass bowl.
Ambrosia Fruit Salad With Marshmallows. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A nostalgic Ambrosia salad with mandarin oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, and coconut, topped with creamy whipped cream and a touch of sour cream.
Get the Recipe: Ambrosia Fruit Salad With Marshmallows

Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

whole lemon blueberry loaf on a board.
Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

The smell of freshly baked bread is always irresistible. Impress your family and friends with a this Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe

Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Start with a pretzel crust, add a cream cheese layer and top it with a concentrated strawberry jello, a throw back to the 70’s. Great for holiday gatherings or potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe

Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares

cream cheese squares.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares have a delectable cookie crust, and a jam puree swirl topping. A cheesecake filling makes these amazing.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares

Blueberry Salad With Tequila Dressing

Blueberry Salad With Tequila Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Blueberries, mango and kiwi marinated in a slightly sweet tequila lime syrup may be the tastiest fruit summer salad you’ll find. Easy and so refreshing, a must for any summertime meal.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Salad With Tequila Dressing

Peach And Blueberry Cobbler Cake

peach cobbler cake in a bowl.
Peach And Blueberry Cobbler Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Indulge in this Peach Blueberry Cobbler with a sweet, buttery batter and a splash of peach schnapps. A summer favorite that’s easy to make and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Peach And Blueberry Cobbler Cake

Mint Watermelon Fruit Salad With Blueberries

Mint Watermelon Fruit Salad With Blueberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This quick and easy mint watermelon fruit salad combines crisp and juicy watermelon with sweet blueberries coated in a minty simple syrup.
Get the Recipe: Mint Watermelon Fruit Salad With Blueberries

Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

A bowl of blueberry cobbler with ice cream.
Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

The more you get into the cake, the more sauce you get! It’s a fun take on the classic pudding cake.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

Mixed Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

Mixed Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Add lime zest and juice along with a little honey to your summer fruit salad, featuring your favorite fruits for a perfect summer side dish.
Get the Recipe: Mixed Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

Southern Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

Southern Blueberry Cobbler Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

An easy blueberry cobbler recipe with lime zest, topped with scone like biscuits that uses fresh or frozen blueberries.
Get the Recipe: Southern Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

Apple Snickers Salad Recipe

Apple Snickers Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Apple Snickers Salad is a sweet and creamy salad dessert that combines crisp apples, crunchy Snickers bars, and a dreamy whipped topping.
Get the Recipe: Apple Snickers Salad Recipe

Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel

Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This mixed berry crumble is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, featuring juicy berries, rhubarb, and a crunchy brown sugar pecan streusel topping.
Get the Recipe: Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel

Cranberry Pretzel Salad

Cranberry Pretzel Salad. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Cranberry Pretzel Salad is a holiday favorite with a salty pretzel crust, creamy filling, and cranberry jello. A perfect make-ahead desserts.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Pretzel Salad

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad is an easy-to-make dish that balances fresh fruit flavors with a creamy cheesecake filling that uses real whipped cream.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad

Amaretto Fruit Salad

Amaretto Fruit Salad. Photo credit: Spicy Southern Kitchen.

Amaretto Fruit Salad is a cool and refreshing fruit salad that’s perfect for beating the summer heat. Flavored with Amaretto and white wine, this is strictly an adult-only fruit salad.
Get the Recipe: Amaretto Fruit Salad

Buttermilk Congealed Salad Recipe

Buttermilk Congealed Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Plate.

A very popular treat in the South, buttermilk congealed salad combines Jello with fruit or vegetables to make a refreshing side dish/dessert.
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Congealed Salad Recipe

Cranberry Fluff Salad

Cranberry Fluff Salad. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Light and creamy cranberry fluff salad made with canned cranberries, pineapple, and Cool Whip. No-bake holiday favorite that’s easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Fluff Salad

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

A serving of strawberry pretzel salad.
Strawberry Pretzel Salad. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Strawberry Pretzel Salad is no salad at all, but a delicious nostalgic dessert made with easy store-bought ingredients like Jell-O, Cool Whip, pretzels, and strawberries. It’s always a hit at potlucks and picnics
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Pretzel Salad

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