With fall’s arrival, an assortment of gatherings grace our calendars. Whether you’re heading to cheer on your favorite football team, enjoying a game night with friends, or gathering with neighbors, these potluck recipes for fall gatherings can be your contribution to the day. These easy-to-transport appetizer, main meal, and dessert recipes are crowd-pleasing, delicious, and perfect for sweater weather.
Hash Brown Potato Casserole
“This is a quick and easy favorite side. The recipe can be cut in half or doubled to adjust servings.” – Nancy
Cheryl’s Hot Beefs
“This has been in the family for years. It’s always a hit during football games or during family events.” – Cheryl
Fresh Pico De Gallo Mexican Dip For Your Crowd
“This recipe is my version of the Mexican layer dip, BUT I make it with my fresh homemade pico de gallo! It has been a huge success at my Cinco De Mayo annual parties. It’s simple, affordable, and with an extra twist… Delicious!” – Jannette
Brandy’s Party Meatballs
“These are easy and the reviews are as if you worked all day. The flavor of bbq sauce and jalapeno jelly mixed are this warm sweet and slightly spicy perfection. This is an old classic with a new twist. Also works well with cocktail little smokies.” – Brandy
Sheet Cake That Tastes Like Brownies
“I have made this cake for 39 years. Ever since I have been married… lol. This is so good. I have not had one person that did not like this.” – Brenda-Lee
White Chili and Cornbread Bake
“I made this chili for our chili cook-off at work and it won a prize for most original. It’s got a sweet flavor that’s really intriguing.” – Bonnie
Chicken Taco Tortilla Roll Ups
“A creamy chicken salad/dip rolled up in tortillas and sliced into two-bite appetizers!” – Kevin
Cheesy Salsa Chicken Bake
“This is a super-easy, delicious dish to bake just before you leave for a potluck. Wrap your cake dish in foil and a big beach towel, and it will stay hot enough to be good for quite a while. It’s even good when it cools off.” – Janice
Cupa, Cupa, Cupa Cobbler
“One of my favorite movies is Steel Magnolias. In the movie, Truvy talked about her Cupa, Cupa, Cupa recipe. My mother made this all the time when I was growing up, with either fresh peaches or frozen ones she put up in the summer. So simple, yet so good. You can use your favorite fruit or make it using an undrained fruit cocktail.” – Paula
Peabody’s Malted Blondies
“I love malt in anything and everything. The hint of malt in the base, the chocolate of the chips, and the crunch of the Whoppers put these blondies over the top.” – Erin
St. John’s Dip
“My mother taught me to make this dish when I was ten, around 1971. It’s easy to put together and so far has been a hit every time I’ve made it.” – Paige
Easy Hummingbird Cake
“Our Easy Hummingbird cake is moist and full of tropical flavors from bananas, pineapple, and pecans. Topped with a rich cream cheese icing.” – Debbie
Bacon Swirls
“These make a GREAT appetizer! Easy to make, and quickly gone!” – Leslie
Crock Pot Southern BBQ Pulled Pork
“I make this about every couple of weeks. My kids love this, and so does my brother. My husband, who is not crazy about BBQ, even likes this dish.” – Karen
Jalapeno Popper Roll-ups
“I love jalapeno poppers but find them somewhat messy. I came up with these quick, easy bite-size snacks for a work potluck. Now my coworkers ask for them all the time.” – Dawn
Mom’s Flat Apple Pie
“This is a great pie for a picnic or potluck. You can pick it up and eat it with your hands. No gooey, drippy mess, but super moist!” – Jen
Spicy Mexican Wraps
“These are so, so yummy… I have yet to see anyone refuse them, you can’t eat just one.” – Juanita
Fluffernutter-Butter Bars
“I took a simple old favorite and set out to make it something special. My family took one look and couldn’t wait to dive in – and they didn’t! They had some before dinner, they had some after dinner. Definitely a win.” – Tam
Green Chile Cheese Squares
“Received this from a dear friend who made it often for the office parties because we begged for it.” – Diana
Antipasto Squares
“This is absolutely the best!! A cross between antipasto and a deep-dish pizza. Cut into small squares for an appetizer or larger squares for a main dish. Great for company, game day, or any day. You will not be disappointed.” – Gail
Mexican Cornbread Casserole
“This Mexican Cornbread Casserole is yummy. Great for a potluck or a hurry-up and-make dinner.” – Kimi
Reuben Dip
“My favorite sandwich is a nice Reuben sandwich. Why not combine this into a dip? Enjoy with Triscuit rye cracker or party rye toasted. If you love Reuben sandwiches, you’ll love this too.” – Goldie
BBQ Sloppy Joe Sliders
“For years I just made my mother’s Sloppy Joe recipe. Then one day I decided to try it with some BBQ sauce. My family loved it so well that’s the only way they want it fixed. It is super quick and easy to prepare. It goes great with slaw and chips.” – Virginia (Ginger)
Kentucky Chess Bars
“This recipe will make you slap the dog and spit on the fire. When I make these, they don’t last an hour in my house. Family and friends eat them right up and don’t even leave a crumb. I am always having people request these naughty, sweet, just too good not to share bars.” – Kim
Chili Cheese Burritos
“This is a dish my mom taught me. It’s really quick and easy, and my family loves it.” – Jamie