25 Lovely Homemade Baby Shower Desserts (with pictures!)

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Baby showers are such a fun time to honor moms-to-be and their new baby.

We love to get together to hear how the mom is feeling, what their plans are for when the baby is born and if they have picked a name.

Baby showers are full of beautiful decorations, fun games, and, of course, cute baby-shower snacks.

Homemade baby shower treats are one of the highlights of every baby shower, especially when they are easy to make.

Cake pops are very common nowadays and you can almost be sure that someone else will bring them as well. If you want to find some unique ideas for sweet treats, look no further.

If you are throwing a baby shower or are asked to bring a baby shower dessert, then you definitely need to check out this list of baby shower dessert recipes (with pictures!) so you know what you’re getting into.

Baby Shower Dessert Recipes With Pictures

In this list of recipes, you will find many gluten-free and low-carb options, plus mini food ideas that are super cute for any baby shower.

You could even add food coloring if you know the gender of the baby to make gender-specific blue and pink desserts.

1) Effortless Cheesecake Bites

Cheesecake is so yummy, and these bites will make it super easy for baby shower guests to eat while mingling.

It’s kinda like they’re newborn sized—extra tiny and cute! These mini cheesecakes are sure to be one of most popular finger foods at the party.

You can add fruit you want to the top if you don’t like raspberries. Just imagine what a fresh strawberry or blackberry would taste like instead…

Effortless Cheesecake Bites From Fantabulosity

2) Baby Shower Cream Cheese Mints

These mints are so cute and perfect for a bite-sized sweet treat for your baby shower guests. You can keep them blue or change the color for a pink dessert!

The baby blue colors of the ones in this example are really relaxing to look at and are absolutely an adorable addition to any of the food tables.

Baby Shower Cream Cheese Mints From A Mom’s Impression

3) Mini Vegan Meringues

These mini vegan meringues are so easy to make!

They will make the perfect little finger dessert for your next baby shower, plus you can decorate them for the gender of the baby as well!

This one is especially great if you need to have the food be vegan, gluten free or dairy free. No one will know they aren’t traditional meringues.

Mini Vegan Meringues From Crowded Kitchen

4) Easy Gluten-Free Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Every baby shower should have a chocolate dessert and these will not disappoint.

These chocolate covered pretzels are easy to make plus are gluten-free, which will be perfect for any guests who may not eat wheat.

Just change the recipe to include regular pretzels if you can’t find the gluten free variety.

And just imagine dipping these into some creamy peanut butter. MMMMMmmmmmm…. Your taste buds will thank you.

ALSO… I think these would be extra cute for a baby SPRINKLE because of the sprinkles! 🙂 Corny, I know, but so cute!

Easy Gluten-Free Chocolate Covered Pretzels From Strength and Sunshine

5) Lofthouse Style Soft Frosted Gluten-Free Vegan Sugar Cookies

Who doesn’t love soft chewy sugar cookies? This recipe allows you to create them from home and will make a great dessert for a baby shower.

You could even dye the frosting pink or blue or any other color to match the baby shower theme.

Lofthouse-Style Soft Frosted Gluten-Free Vegan Sugar Cookies From Strength and Sunshine

6) Pinata Cupcakes

These cupcakes come with a surprise!

Try out these cupcakes for your next baby shower treat.

You could even use these for a gender reveal by using pink or blue sprinkles inside.

Pinata Cupcakes From Dancing In The Rain

7) Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies

Cookies are such an easy recipe to make for baby showers.

These cookies really let your creativity fly when using sprinkles, plus they look so fun to eat!

Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies From Princess Pinky Girl

8) Giant Flower Cupcakes

You will totally impress your friends with these cupcakes.

These easy-to-make cupcakes are gorgeous to look at and will definitely be a big hit at the next baby shower you bring them to.

Giant Flower Cupcakes From Princess Pinky Girl

9) Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites

Any pumpkin-flavored treat is perfect for a fall baby shower.

These pumpkin cheesecake bites are easy to make in your Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffin Bites From This Old Gal

10) Keto Low Carb Lemon Bars

If you are looking for some light desserts that are on the healthier side, check out these keto low carb lemon bars.

They will make a great baby shower treat that is light on sugar but still tasty.

Keto Low Carb Lemon Bars From Wholesome Yum

11) Godiva Truffles

We already discussed how great chocolate is for a baby shower, and these cannot be missed!

These Godiva truffles are an amazing finger dessert for your baby shower guests.

Godiva Chocolate Truffles From Pink Fortitude

12) Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies

You can’t go wrong with a classic. What is more classic than chocolate chip cookies?

These mini chocolate chip shortbread cookies are bite-sized for a baby shower dessert that guests will be able to enjoy without any mess or crumbles!

Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies From Joyfully Thriving

13) Mini Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes

Cheesecake and chocolate chips?

Yes, please!

You’ll seriously want to look into these delicious little cheesecakes that are easy to make for your next baby shower.

Mini Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes From Joyfully Thriving

14) Cupcakes with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

If you want a low sugar option, try these cupcakes!

Not only are they low carb, the icing is sugar-free making them a great option for someone who is working around diabetic restrictions, but still wants to indulge a little.

This frosting is a danger dessert for me. I could eat a large bowl of it on my own!

Cupcakes with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting From Low Carb Yum

15) Raspberry Tiramisu Tart

Pretty much any dessert that is made on a tiny scale is super cute, don’t you agree?

Raspberry tiramisu cutie pies say it all in the name.

They are quick and easy to make and they are oh so cute! A perfect mini food treat for your next baby shower.

Raspberry Tiramisu Cutie Pies In 20 Minutes From Food Meanderings

16) Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes

It can be tough trying to manage ingredients around the various food allergies out there.

If you have guests that eat a gluten-free diet, these will be a great option for them, or for anyone.

Try these cupcakes for a light yummy treat.

Gluten-Free vegan Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes From Rhian’s Recipes

17) Vegan Coconut Treats

These bite-sized treats will be perfect for any baby shower.

Color them any color you want or blue or pink for your next baby shower.

They’ll have that refreshing tropical tinge of coconut that will set them apart from the other food items.

Vegan Coconut Treats From Renana’s Kitchen

18) Carrot Cake Doughnut Muffin

Don’t be fooled by the name.

Try these carrot cake doughnut muffins that have a mascarpone filling, are topped with an orange mocha glace and candied carrots.

Yum!

Carrot Cake Doughnut Muffins with Mascarpone Jam Filling, Orange Mocha Glaze, and Candied Carrots From Food Meanderings

19) Chocolate Meringues Cookies

Need an easy cookie recipe that is sure to not disappoint?

These chocolate meringue cookies are so easy to make and you probably have most, if not all, of the ingredients in your cupboard already!

Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies From Valentina’s Corner

20) Simply Sensational Truffles Kraft Cream Cheese Truffles

These truffles look so good. Don’t you want to pop one in your mouth right now?

These are a perfect finger dessert and will be a hit to bring to a baby shower!

This one is great for a gender neutral party.

Simply Sensational Truffles Kraft Cream Cheese Truffles Recipe From Confessions Of an Overworked Mom

21) Reese, Oreo, and Chocolate Mini Layered Dessert

If you really want to impress, these dessert shooters are perfect for those who want single-serve desserts to serve at a baby shower.

They look elegant and you know they are going to taste fantastic.

Any delicious large item that you can turn into bite size mini desserts is going to be immediately eaten up.

Reese, Oreo, and Chocolate Mini Layered Desserts From Salt and Lavender

22): Sugar Free Cheesecake Keto Mousse

Cheesecake mousse is a great baby shower dessert that you can dress up or down, however you want.

You can have a strawberry topping if you want a pink dessert for your baby shower or had blueberries for a blue dessert for your baby shower.

It will be a hit no matter what you choose!

Sugar Free Cheesecake Keto Mousee Fluff From Low Carb Yum

23) White Chocolate Candied Lemon Slices

If you really want an impressive dessert for your next baby shower, check this one out!

They are creative, delicious and provide a pop of color and are the perfect addition to any shower.

White Chocolate Candied Lemon Slices From Hot Pan Kitchen

24) Mini Chewy Vegan Fudge Brownie Bites

Brownie bites? Yes, please! This is a great mini food dessert for your next baby shower.

They are also a great option if you know someone has a common food allergy.

Mini Chewy Gluten-Free Vegan Fudge Brownie Bites From Strength and Sunshine

25) Baby Shower Fruit Bassinet

This is adorable. It is also filled with yummy fruit which is always a hit at baby showers and so easy to prepare.

The new mom will get a good laugh at this one.

Baby Shower Fruit Bassinet From The Mandatory Mooch

There you have it! 25 easy baby shower recipes!

These are great for making at home.

Don’t forget you can customize many of them to have a pink or blue theme for your baby shower.

Hopefully, these recipes have given you some great ideas you can use whether you are throwing a baby shower or asked to bring a dessert.