Baby Shower Menu Ideas

The key to planning a successful baby shower menu is to keep it simple: It's a party that's meant to "shower" the mom-to-be with good wishes and gifts. If you don't feel like doing it all yourself, have the other moms and family members pitch in. Here are five different parties, each complete with recipes and drink suggestions, to help you plan with ease.

Punches
Serving a great tasting punch is a staple at any baby shower. Most punches are alcohol free but you can always serve one with alcohol (be sure to check with the mother-to-be). Alcohol infused punches are great for a co-ed or an evening dinner shower.

Non-Alcoholic
Sparkling Citrus Punch
Pomegranate Punch
White Cranberry-Pineapple Punch
Strawberry Punch

Alcoholic
Blood Orange Champaign Punch
Strawberry Fruit Cocktail

Elegant Brunch
A multi-course brunch feels both decadent and civilized — fork-and-knife dishes with the perfect mix of sweet and savory to keep your spirits up through midday.

Pear Soup
Cheese Strata with Ham and Tomatoes
Mini-Orange Crumble Top Muffins with Orange Butter
Mixed Greens Salad with Brown Butter Vinaigrette
Raspberry Almond Tart
Chocolate Truffles

Lunch or Dinner
Modern twists on classic comfort food are the perfect fit for your lunch or dinner baby shower. Cocktails or red wine work well with this hearty fare.

Carmalized Onion Toast
Warm Spicy Butter-Poached Shrimp
Roasted Asian Chicken Wings
Roasted Potato Salad
Spring Celebration Carrot Cake


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