Crowd-Pleasing Summer Potluck Recipes

By: Kitchen Crew   July 19, 2025
summer potluck recipes

One of the best ways to host a summer party is to make it a potluck. It helps the host save a little bit of money and ensures that everyone will have at least one dish they’ll enjoy. To make sure you don’t show up empty-handed, we’re sharing an assortment of crowd-pleasing summer potluck recipes. No stress and no fuss at the party. These appetizers, side salads, and dessert recipes can be prepared ahead of time and travel well.

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“I make my own chips at home and they are delicious. This is so loved by everyone I have ever made it for.” – Samantha
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“I cater fundraisers, pig roasts, and parties a lot. I have come up with a great way to make any cake moist. This is foolproof, promise!.” – JANE
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“This is my favorite way to make (and eat!) pasta salad in the whole world. I have been making it for years and always get asked for my recipe.” – Kelly
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“Every time I make this and bring it somewhere, people tell me this is the best coleslaw ever!” – Kris
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“This creamy corn salad is made with crisp veggies, sweet corn, and a tangy dressing. A fast, refreshing side dish for summer BBQs and potlucks!” – Debbie
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“This guacamole has a subtle tartness, balanced heat, and a creamy and chunky texture. Served with crispy tortilla chips, it’s a winner.” – Juliann
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“This is the best Cowboy Caviar I have had. The dressing is homemade and makes it so much better than using salad dressing. This recipe can be modified in many ways by adding various vegetables.” – Stephanie
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“My family loves Rice Krispie Treats. I love to make and bake different kinds of goodies. So, I thought I would combine a couple of things and make them even better. They’re always a big hit.” – Cassandra
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“This is good with chips, rice dishes, or anything you like!” – Stephanie
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“This recipe is one my great-grandmother made for family reunions. We have all come to love it. I use graham cracker crust, but great-grandma pressed crumbs into the pan, so feel free to do that.” – Ronnie
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“There is no recipe per se. Mix these ingredients and let them sit in the fridge. Serve with Ruffled potato chips (they don’t break; even use kettle chips if you like), and watch as it disappears. Everyone loves this. I made two gigantic bowls for the 4th of July, and it was gone in minutes.” – Sharon
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“The first time I made this it was a hit! Everyone at the BBQ loved it.” – Maya
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“My family really likes 7 layer bars, and I wanted to make some, only I didn’t have graham cracker crumbs. As I was looking in the pantry for a graham cracker substitute, I saw a box of brownie mix and light bulbs went off… Try these, they are truly amazing!” – Diane
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“This salad is served at a barbecue place a few miles from my house. It’s delicious!” – Joyce
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“This is a big hit for parties and a nice change from tomato salsa.” – Helene
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“The best macaroni salad I have ever eaten. Don’t you dare lose this recipe, I have to have it. You’d better make this for my family get-together in a couple of weeks. Those are comments that I have received on this yummy macaroni salad.” – Laura
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“This is a favorite from my boss’s scrapbooking clubs. They all love it and it shows up at every one of their gatherings.” – Debi
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“I created this dip recipe for veggies, chips, or crackers. It has a touch of smokiness and a hint of maple. Everyone loves it.” – Teresa
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“These are great for a casual gathering of friends and family, to take to a potluck supper at church.” – Mary
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“A Mediterranean-inspired tortellini pasta salad that is packed with vegetables and flavour!” – Kevin