Sunshine, good company, and delicious food—what more could you want for the perfect picnic day? These 35 picnic-perfect recipes are made to travel, easy to prep, and even easier to devour outdoors. From creamy chicken salad and classic deviled eggs to sweet treats like peach cobbler and lemon lush, this list is packed with crowd-pleasing favorites that keep things simple but flavorful. If you’re craving fresh, fun, and satisfying recipes that bring all the summer vibes, you’ll definitely want to scroll through every one.

Easy Chicken Salad With Mayo

extra creamy chicken salad on rye bread
Easy Chicken Salad With Mayo). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This delicious chicken salad recipe is quick and easy to make, with creamy mayonnaise dressing, crunchy celery, and tender chicken perfectly seasoned for a quick lunch or picnic spread! Ready in 15 minutes!
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Creamy Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese

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Creamy Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

A richer twist on the classic with added creaminess. Make the creamiest and most flavorful deviled eggs with cream cheese using this easy recipe. The rich filling combines cream cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard for a tangy and smooth result that everyone will enjoy.
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Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe

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Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make the Masters Pimento Cheese Recipe. This creamy, tangy pimento cheese sandwich is perfect for any golf fan or Southern food lover.
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Easy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

A bowl of creamy macaroni and cheese with green peas, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, served in a white dish on a yellow surface.
Easy Macaroni Salad With Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

One of my fondest summer time salads growing up in Indiana was my grandma’s Classic Macaroni Salad With Cheese For A Crowd. It’s summer time comfort food, which is great for dinners, picnics or to take to pot lucks.
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Delicious Boston Baked Beans

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Delicious Boston Baked Beans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

The best homemade slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with molasses, brown sugar, and plenty of chunks of bacon for an unforgettable flavor and perfect texture. Easily cooked in the Crock Pot, this easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and bubbles away all afternoon. Sweet, savory beans are easier than you thought, and come together perfectly every time.
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No Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake Recipe

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No Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make Strawberry Angel Food Cake with Jell-O, fresh berries, and Cool Whip, no oven needed! A fast, beautiful make-ahead dessert.
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Amish Potato Salad Recipe

A bowl of creamy potato salad with diced potatoes, topped with a sprinkle of paprika. A wooden spoon is partially visible next to the bowl.
Amish Potato Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Sweet, tangy, and creamy — this is your go-to classic potato salad. If you need a side dish that’s guaranteed to shine at your next picnic or potluck, Amish potato salad is the one to try. With tender potatoes coated in a creamy, sweet-and-tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and mustard, every bite is a delicious balance of comfort and zing.
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Sweet and Saucy Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe

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Sweet and Saucy Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This sweet and saucy BBQ pulled pork sliders recipe is an absolute winner for any gathering or casual meal. With tender and juicy pulled pork, sweet and tangy barbecue sandwich sauce, melted cheese, and sweet Hawaiian slider buns, these sliders are a crowd pleaser.
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Classic-Favorite Deviled Eggs Recipe

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Classic-Favorite Deviled Eggs Recipe. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

A timeless finger food favorite at any picnic or potluck. These creamy, tangy little bites of goodness combine hard-boiled eggs with a few basic ingredients like mayonnaise and yellow mustard. Depending on your mood, you can dress them up for holiday celebrations or keep them simple for everyday occasions.
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Slow Cooker Hot Dogs For A Crowd

Hot dogs in a bun smothered with chili and cheese on top
Slow Cooker Hot Dogs For A Crowd. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

An easy way to serve hot dogs warm and juicy for a crowd. This easy recipe will give you all the tips and tricks to create great-tasting hot dogs for a crowd. Quick, easy, and saves you time.
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Classic Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Recipe

Crock-Pot macaroni and cheese being scooped up with a wooden spoon
Classic Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Recipe. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Classic comfort food that’s always a hit, and it stays warm in the slow cooker. This slow cooker mac and cheese recipe will become a family favorite, I promise! There’s nothing like the creamy, cheesy goodness of digging into a hearty helping of homemade mac and cheese.
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Quick Cucumber and Tuna Salad Recipe

A bowl of tuna salad topped with cucumber slices. The salad contains chopped celery and is garnished with lettuce leaves. The dish is served in a white bowl on a red and white striped cloth.
Quick Cucumber and Tuna Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This refreshing and light cucumber tuna salad with dill is perfect for a quick lunch, potluck, or even a healthy snack. It combines crunchy cucumber, tender tuna, and the fresh flavor of dill, creating a low-carb, protein-packed meal ready in just 10 minutes.
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Easy Tortilla Crab Pinwheels Recipe

Pinwheel tortilla rolls filled with vegetables and cheese are arranged on a tray. Garnished with chopped green onions and red peppers, lemon wedges are placed at the edges.
Easy Tortilla Crab Pinwheels Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Tortilla pinwheels filled with a creamy crab mixture make a flavorful and easy appetizer. Prepare them ahead, slice before serving, and enjoy their fresh taste.
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Creamy Egg Salad Recipe

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Creamy Egg Salad Recipe. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Creamy, simple, and ideal for making sandwiches or sliders. The Masters Egg Salad Sandwich is a cherished tradition at the Augusta National Golf Club, known for its simplicity and delightful flavor.
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Creamy Apple Snickers Salad Dessert

A creamy dessert salad in a white ramekin, topped with caramel and chunks of chocolate and apple. Green apples can be seen in the background, suggesting a sweet blend of flavors.
Creamy Apple Snickers Salad Dessert. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Apple Snickers Salad is a sweet and creamy salad dessert that combines crisp apples, crunchy Snickers bars, and a dreamy whipped topping.
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Delicious Tomato Pie Recipe

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Delicious Tomato Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Masters Tomato Pie Copycat Recipe brings the iconic Augusta flavor home in a fun and easy way. Inspired by the new tomato pie served at the 2025 Masters Tournament, these mini hand pies are filled with creamy pimento cheese and rich tomato basil marinara, then baked in buttery puff pastery dough until golden and crisp.
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Classic Fruit Salad With Dressing

A bowl of fruit salad containing strawberries, apples, grapes, kiwi, and pear, garnished with pomegranate seeds. A lemon half, a bowl of honey, and a spoon are placed around the bowl on a white surface.
Classic Fruit Salad With Dressing. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This vibrant fruit salad with a zesty honey-lemon dressing is a refreshing mix of apples, kiwis, strawberries, and more! Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s a healthy, flavorful dish perfect for brunch, dinner parties, or a simple dessert for dinner.
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Light & Creamy Chicken Salad With Grapes

Four triangular slices of wheat bread sandwiches filled with chicken salad, grapes, and green leafy vegetables on a white plate. The plate rests on a yellow and white striped cloth.
Light & Creamy Chicken Salad With Grapes. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

A light and fruity option perfect on croissants or crackers. This chicken salad with grapes is a perfect blend of sweet and savory! Tender chicken pairs with juicy grapes, crisp celery, and a creamy dressing for a dish that’s both flavorful and easy to make.
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Southern Sweet Tea Recipe

Two glasses of iced tea with large ice cubes, one garnished with a lemon wedge and the other with a sprig of mint, are placed on a white cloth alongside lemon slices, mint leaves, and a hint of sweetness inspired by a canned cowboy candy recipe.
Southern Sweet Tea Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Southern sweet tea recipe is a smooth, refreshing drink that’s easy to prepare. Made with black tea, sugar, and a touch of baking soda, this iced tea recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or casual get-togethers.
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Tasty Mexican Macaroni Salad

A large bowl filled with creamy macaroni salad, featuring corn, red kidney beans, chopped peppers, and herbs. A lime wedge and wooden spice bowls are in the background, with another bowl of salad slightly out of focus.
Tasty Mexican Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

A flavorful spin on macaroni salad with a kick. Mexican Macaroni Salad is just the recipe to add a little fiesta to your table. This isn’t your average macaroni salad, my friend. It’s a vibrant twist on the classic, combining a creamy, tangy dressing with crisp, fresh vegetables and just the right kick of spice.
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Delicious Pretzel Cheese Dip Recipe

A close-up of soft pretzels sprinkled with salt next to a white bowl filled with creamy pretzel cheese dip. The smooth dip, with visible specks of seasoning, sits invitingly on a wooden surface.
Delicious Pretzel Cheese Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Perfectly creamy and cheesy, this easy-to-make pretzel dip is a must-try for your next snack, party, or cozy movie night on the couch.
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Effortless Cherry Dump Cake Dessert

A close-up of a cherry dump cake served on a white plate with two scoops of vanilla ice cream. The cake is topped with a crumbly golden crust and shows vibrant red cherry filling. A baking dish with a partially served portion is in the background on a striped cloth.
Effortless Cherry Dump Cake Dessert. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

As delicious as it is easy to make, this Cherry Dump Cake is made with cherry pie filling, cream cheese, and a box of yellow cake mix.
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Fresh Summer Farro Salad Recipe

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Fresh Summer Farro Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Summer Farro Salad is an easy salad made with hearty farro, olive oil, lemon juice, zucchini, peas, pesto, and freshly chopped parsley.
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Slow Cooker Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans

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Slow Cooker Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Here is the perfect side dish for your next potluck, BBQ, or summer party – slow-cooked sweet and savory bourbon baked beans. This yummy recipe features a medley of flavors, including sweet barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, brown sugar, and a touch of your favorite bourbon. Best part, it’s super easy to make with minimal cleanup. This baked beans recipe will add a fun twist to any gathering.
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Homemade Gouda Mac n Cheese Recipe

A slice of creamy white lasagna is served on a white plate, garnished with chopped parsley on top. The layers of pasta and cheese are visible, with a rich, melted cheese topping.
Homemade Gouda Mac n Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Nothing says comfort food better than homemade mac n cheese however, if you are looking to jazz it up a bit for a special dinner you need to serve this wildly scrumptious Gouda Mac n Cheese recipe.
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Easy Fresh Corn Salad Recipe

A vibrant bowl of colorful corn salad sits on a red plate. The salad includes yellow corn kernels mixed with diced red peppers, onions, and fresh herbs. A sprig of basil and parsley garnish the dish. A yellow and white striped napkin is beside the plate.
Easy Fresh Corn Salad Recipe. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

This simple-to-make fresh corn salad recipe is a delicious and colorful side dish or salad. The combination of fresh corn, multicolored diced sweet peppers, and onions, all tossed in a slightly sweet tangy dressing, will be a hit at your next dinner.
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Candied Cashews Recipe

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Candied Cashews Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These irresistible candied cashews with a rich, buttery flavor are made with just a few simple ingredients. With 10 minutes of prep time, you can transform plain cashews into a delectable treat that’s both salty and sweet.
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Apple Slaw With Dressing Recipe

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Apple Slaw With Dressing Recipe. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Sweet and crunchy with a refreshing dressing. Fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes, this apple slaw combines crisp apples, crunchy cabbage, and a zesty homemade dressing for the perfect side dish. Whether for a busy weeknight or a family gathering, this easy recipe will brighten up any meal!
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Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joe Recipe

Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joe Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This homemade sloppy joes recipe has a sweet and tangy sauce that is incredibly easy to prepare and simmer in your slow cooker. It’s a great main dish recipe for busy weeknights, church potlucks, or a casual party with friends.
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Delicious Peach Cobbler Recipe

homemade peach cobbler with store pie crust
Delicious Peach Cobbler Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Old-fashioned peach cobbler is a wonderful-tasting dessert that’s easy to make with juicy peaches, cozy spices, and a store-bought crust.
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Sweet And Sour Meatballs on a Stick

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Sweet And Sour Meatballs on a Stick. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Saucy Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe: Slow cooker meatballs, juicy pineapple, & colorful bell peppers simmered in sweet BBQ & teriyaki sauce
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Easy Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Spring rolls with translucent rice paper wrap, revealing colorful vegetables like radish and mango, are arranged on a black plate. A small bowl of peanut sauce is beside them. Fresh basil and cilantro leaves garnish the arrangement.
Easy Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Vegetable spring rolls with peanut sauce are a delicious and easy way to get a rainbow of veggies all wrapped up into one eye-popping meal.
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Ranch Potato Salad with Bacon Recipe

A glass bowl filled with creamy potato salad, garnished with crispy bacon pieces and chopped green onions. The salad features chunks of potatoes mixed in a white dressing, with visible black pepper for seasoning.
Ranch Potato Salad with Bacon Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

This Ranch potato salad with bacon, cheese and a sour cream ranch dressing is just what you need for a potluck or cook out. All the flavors of a loaded baked potato plus a flavorful dressing to coat tender new potatoes.
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Lemon Lush Dessert

A dessert featuring layers of a crumbly base, bright yellow filling, and fluffy white cream, topped with two halved strawberries, on a beige plate.
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Lemon Lush, also known as lemon lasagna, is full of lemony and creamy layers on top of a sweet cookie crust. Top with fresh strawberries!
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Quick and Easy Mexican Caviar Recipe

Texas caviar with beans, cilantro, onions and seasonings
Quick and Easy Mexican Caviar Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This quick and easy Mexican Caviar Recipe, also called Texas Caviar or Cowboy Salsa, doubles as a delicious salad or dip and is perfect for a party dip or your weeknight Mexican dinner menu. It is a snap to make, with a variety of beans, tomatoes, chilies, fresh onions, cilantro, and garlic, all tossed in a light cumin and lime dressing.
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30 All-American Classic Recipes for Your 4th of July

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30 All-American Classic Recipes. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Fire up the grill and bring on the flavor—this list of 30 All-American Classic Recipes for Your 4th of July Bash is packed with crowd-pleasers that’ll make your celebration unforgettable. From smoky dry rub baked ribs and easy pulled BBQ chicken to creamy potato salad, spicy coleslaw, and boozy baked beans, there’s something here for every taste and cookout craving. If you’re planning a backyard BBQ or just love good old-fashioned American classics, you’ll want to see every single delicious idea on this list. Get All The Recipes: 30 All-American Classic Recipes for Your 4th of July Bash