Bring one of these fall desserts to your next potluck, and you’ll come home with an empty dish!
Heading to a fall gathering and need something sweet to share? These desserts are perfect for potlucks. They’re easy to transport, crowd-friendly, and full of seasonal flavor. From cozy cakes to chewy bars, there’s something here for every fall occasion.
Tips for Potluck Baking
These desserts are worth sharing, and with a few simple tips, you can make sure they travel well and serve beautifully at your next potluck.
- Think transport. Bundt cakes and pies travel best in a cake carrier. Bars can be cut ahead and layered with parchment in a lidded container.
- Make ahead when you can. Many of these desserts can be baked a day in advance. Cheesecakes in particular benefit from chilling overnight.
- Freeze for later. Bars and cookies often freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. Just thaw before your gathering and you’re all set.
- Serve smart. Bring a serving utensil (or pre-cut bars and cookies) to make sharing simple once you arrive.
Cakes and Bundts
When you want a dessert that feels a little special but still travels well, a cake is always a smart choice. These bakes are simple to make, easy to slice, and guaranteed to impress.
Brown Butter Texas Sheet Cake
Apple Spice Cake with Caramel Glaze
Cranberry Bundt Cake
Apple Cider Donut Cake
Pecan Cake with Rum Frosting
Bars and Brownies
Potlucks and bars go hand-in-hand! They’re easy to slice, stack, and serve. These recipes bring a mix of chewy, gooey, and nutty flavors that travel beautifully.
Maple Nut Bars
Revel Bars
Chewy Pecan Pie Bars
Chocolate Peanut Butter Oat Bars
Salted Caramel Almond Bars
Pies and Cheesecakes
If you want something a little more indulgent for your fall potluck, pies and cheesecakes bring that wow factor. They’re sliceable, shareable, and always a hit.
Cranberry Cheesecake Pie
Sugar Cream Pie
Mini Cheesecakes
Chocolate Mascarpone Tart
Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie
Seasonal Fall Favorites
Not everything has to be a showstopper. Sometimes the best potluck treats are the simple, cozy ones. These fall-flavored favorites are perfect for filling out a dessert table.
Winter Fruit Oatmeal Cookies
Spiced Oatmeal Cookies
Apple Fritters
Kolaches
Brown Sugar Crinkle Cookies
Desserts Worth Sharing
Whether you’re heading to a casual get-together or a big holiday potluck, these desserts are built to share and sure to please. From nostalgic bars to festive cakes, they bring all the cozy flavors of fall to the table. Bake one (or two!) for your next gathering and watch them disappear.