14 Crowd-Pleasing Dessert Recipes to Bring to Holiday Potlucks

Our favorite part of the holidays is technically spending time with family and friends, but baking — and cramming our faces with — every sweet treat under the sun is a close, close second. And when you're baking goodies to bring to a party, there are a few extra factors to take into consideration: You need to make something a lot of people will love, and it has to be easy to bring along for the ride to the get-together. Luckily, there are tons of sweets that can withstand the rigor of travel *and* maintain their integrity while sitting on the buffet table for a few hours. These recipes are exactly what you want to have up your sleeve when tasked with bringing dessert to a potluck.

Apple Cider Cookies With Caramel: Sweet, tart apple cider gives these cookies big flavor, but the tastiest part is the gooey caramel hidden inside each one. (via We Are Not Martha)

Chewy Chocolate Coffee Cookies: These cookies are super chewy, moist, and chocolatey. Walnuts give each bite a nutty crunch. (via La Mora Romagnola)

Apple Pie Crumb Bars: All the flavor of apple pie with none of the sloppy mess. These streusel-topped bars can hang out on the buffet table without getting soggy. (via Lovely Little Kitchen)

Maple Cookie Bars: Cookie bars are a sturdy treat that hold up well at potlucks. These maple-flavored ones are topped with a smooth buttercream frosting and crunchy toffee bits — and hard to resist. (via The Casual Craftlete)

No-Bake White Chocolate Thin Mints: Made with buttery white and dark chocolate wafers, these no-bake treats are an indulgent end to any meal. A splash of peppermint extract gives them a refreshingly cool flavor. (via The View from Great Island)

Caramel Apple Bars: Apple pie and caramel come together to make these delectable bars. The crust and crumble are made with oats, giving them a hearty texture and flavor. (via Tutti Dolci)

Nutella Caramel Pretzel Brownies: Regular brownies are a nice treat other times of the year, but you've got to amp them up when it's time for the holidays. The sweet-and-savory combination of Nutella, caramel, and salty pretzels does the trick. (via Sweetest Menu)

Pecan Praline Cookies: The praline caramel topping on these treats will melt in your mouth with every bite — but stay firm enough to travel well once the cookies are cool. A sprinkle of pecans gives each cookie a pleasant crunch. (via The View from Great Island)

Pecan Slab Pie: Toasty and caramelized, pecan pie is a must-have holiday dessert. Make it in a jelly roll pan so you have enough to share with everyone. (via The Rebel Chick)

Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodle Cookies: The warm spices of snickerdoodle cookies are only made even better when pumpkin is brought into the mix. Add some white chocolate chips for a dessert your guests will rave about. (via The Skinny Fork)

Slab Pumpkin Pie Bars: Creamy pumpkin pie filling tops these party-ready bars. Serve with whipped cream for an extra sweet festive flair. (via Kevin Is Cooking)

Salted Caramel Apple Slab Pie: Encased in a super flaky crust, this gooey apple pie is enhanced with luscious caramel. Luckily, this recipe makes a big portion; you're going to want enough for seconds. (via Well Seasoned)

White Chocolate Chai Swirl Blondies: Chai spices liven up the caramelized flavor of these blondies. They're sweet, chewy, and perfect for your potluck. (via What Molly Made)

Spiced Plum Slab Pie: It's time to add more fruit to your dessert repertoire. Instead of apples, this pie uses spiced plums, and we're so on board. (via Hearth & Vine)