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Looking for easy sheet pan desserts that can feed a crowd? Here are 45 dessert recipes that can be made in a sheet pan or jelly roll pan, are budget-friendly, and will have everyone wanting more!
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I love desserts and they are one of my favorite things to make to take to potlucks, picnics, family gatherings etc.
The thing is, when you are feeding a large group it can be tricky as you often need to double or triple a recipe or make multiple things so you have enough dessert to feed everyone!
That’s why I am a fan of sheet pan desserts. All you need to do is make one recipe and you have plenty to feed a crowd!
This collection of sheet pan dessert recipes includes all sorts of delicious brownies, pies, cakes and more. You’ll never lack ideas thanks to this big list!
Helpful to know: These recipes are made using either a Jelly Roll Pan or a Sheet Pan. Be sure to check each recipe to make sure you are using the correct size pan.
Sheet Pan Cookie Bars
1
Easy Monster Cookie Bars
You haven't lived until you've eaten a monster bar! They are soft and chewy, and this version is gluten-free so everyone can enjoy it.
2
Sheet Pan Funfetti Cookie Bars Recipe
Photo Credit:www.sixsistersstuff.com
These soft, chewy cookie bars are made with simple ingredients and ready in about 35 minutes.
3
Blonde Brownies- the best chocolate chip brownie!
Melt in your mouth blondies will have your guests wanting more! They are super easy to make and freeze well.
4
Sheet Pan Sugar Cookie Bars
Photo Credit:togetherasfamily.com
These sugar cookie bars are topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting and are made with simple ingredients! Switch up the color of the icing to make them festive for any holiday or occasion!
5
Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars
Photo Credit:familycookierecipes.com
No need to roll individual cookie dough balls in the cinnamon sugar. Simply mix up the cookie dough, spread it in a sheet pan, then spoon the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top and bake. So much easier than traditional snickerdoodle cookies!
6
Sheet Pan Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookie Bars
Photo Credit:www.mariasskitchen.com
When you are short on time, these cookie bars are the best! They only take about 30 minutes to make from start to finish, and are soft, chewy, and perfect for those who love butterscotch.
7
Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Bars
Photo Credit:www.blessthismessplease.com
This sheet pan cookie bar recipe serves 30 people and is ready in 35 minutes. They also freeze well so you can make them ahead of time, or freeze part of the batch for later.
Sheet Pan Brownies and Bars
1
Mississippi Mud Bars
Photo Credit:www.melskitchencafe.com
These rich, chocolatey bars have a brownie base and are baked with marshmallows, pecans, and topped with a homemade fudge sauce. There's a little more prep time involved but once they start baking, these tasty treats are ready in 25 minutes.
2
Peanut Butter Fingers
Photo Credit:thebutcherswife.blog
These bars are quick and easy to make and perfect for anyone that loves peanut butter!
3
Sheet Pan Lemon Bars
The perfect treat during the spring and summer months. This one recipe serves 40+ people, so great for picnics and potlucks. These bars also freeze well.
4
S’mores Slab Pie
All the S'more flavors you love but without the campfire mess! These bars are made with simple ingredients and are sure to be a hit.
5
Brown Butter Banana Bars
Photo Credit:selfproclaimedfoodie.com
If you love brownies and banana bread, you definitely will want to make these! A great recipe for putting ripe bananas to good use.
6
Pumpkin Bars
Photo Credit:preppykitchen.com
Great for the fall season, these pumpkin cake squares are filled with traditional pumpkin pie flavors and topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting.
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Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Photo Credit:www.lecremedelacrumb.com
These banana bars are light, fluffy, and another great way to use up bananas so they don't go to waste. For more crunch, add in some nuts or sprinkle them on top once the bars are frosted.
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S'mores Cookie Bars
Photo Credit:thisdelicioushouse.com
You only need a few pantry staples to make these delicious s'mores cookie bars. They are really easy to make and come together in 40 minutes.
Sheet Pan Slab Pies
1
Pumpkin Slab Pie
Photo Credit:www.thekitchenismyplayground.com
Everything you love about this holiday favorite but with enough servings to feed a crowd!
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Apple Slab Pie
Photo Credit:www.crazyforcrust.com
This from-scratch sheet pan apple pie has a delicious crumb topping and is the perfect easy dessert to serve a large group of people!
3
Strawberry Slab Pie
Photo Credit:www.missinthekitchen.com
This slab pie is perfect for summer barbeques and potlucks! It's quick, easy and of course delicious too.
4
Lemon Meringue Slab Pie
Photo Credit:spicedblog.com
When life gives you lemons, make meringue slab pie- especially if you are feeding a crowd! It comes together quickly, is made with simple ingredients, and is great for serving during warmer months.
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Peach Slab Pie
Photo Credit:infinetaste.com
Fresh peach pie is another summer favorite! If you don't want to braid the top crust, you could go with a simpler design or even do a crumble topping. Don't have fresh peaches? You can easily swap them for frozen.
6
Blueberry Slab Pie
Photo Credit:hoosierhomemade.com
This flavorful blueberry pie is topped with a pecan crumble topping. It's great for holidays and feeding lots of people.
7
Pecan Slab Pie
Photo Credit:kenyarae.com
All the pecan pie flavors you love in a crowd-friendly slab pie form!
8
Apple Slab Pie
Photo Credit:www.smells-like-home.com
If you want a more traditional apple pie recipe that will feed a lot of people, this is the perfect option. It uses simple ingredients to make a homemade crust and apple filling and is delicious served with ice cream.
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Cherry Pie Bars
Photo Credit:therecipecritic.com
Using canned cherry pie filling makes this recipe simple to make. In fact, it's ready in less than an hour!
Sheet Cakes
1
Peanut Butter Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:spicysouthernkitchen.com
This easy, moist peanut butter cake is a fan favorite. It's topped with a homemade peanut butter frosting and is ready in less than one hour.
2
Carrot Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:handletheheat.com
If you need a dessert for a spring or summer event, you can never go wrong with this carrot cake. It's made with pantry staples and the cream cheese frosting is perfection!
3
Zucchini Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:www.lecremedelacrumb.com
This sheet cake is great for using up an abundance of fresh zucchini. It's incredibly moist and is topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting.
4
Candy Cane Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:preppykitchen.com
Looking for a festive winter cake recipe? Go with this easy-to-make peppermint cake topped with crushed candy canes.
5
Lemon Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:www.fivehearthome.com
This incredibly moist lemon sheet cake is topped with a delicious lemon glaze and is such a fun, refreshing dessert!
6
Spice Cake
Photo Credit:longbournfarm.com
This spice cake is quick and easy to make and is the perfect budget friendly recipe to take to potlucks and parties!
7
Marble Cake
Photo Credit:www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com
This fun cake is easy to make and the double chocolate frosting takes it to the next level!
8
Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:ohsweetbasil.com
Have you ever had a fresh Cinnabon? Same concept here, except it's homemade, made in a sheet pan, and eaten with a fork. This cake also freezes well so you can easily make it ahead of time.
9
Pineapple Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:www.chef-in-training.com
This crowd-pleasing dessert is quick and easy to make and is perfect for summer potlucks, picnics and barbeques.
10
Sheet Pan Banana Cake
Photo Credit:bellyfull.net
This sheet cake is like combining banana bread, cake and chocolate chip cookies into one easy recipe! Perfect for using up overripe bananas!
11
Lemon Coconut Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:vintagekitchennotes.com
Homemade lemon sponge cake with coconut is a great make-ahead recipe and perfect for serving in the warmer months.
12
Salted Caramel Apple Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:handletheheat.com
This cinnamon apple cake is topped with a caramel glaze. The perfect easy dessert to feed a crowd!
13
White Texas Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:lilluna.com
Another twist on classic Texas sheet cake! This white version has hints of almond flavor and is super easy to mix up.
14
Cookies 'n Cream Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:www.twopeasandtheirpod.com
This Oreo cake and cream cheese frosting whips up in no time and is ready in less than 40 minutes.
15
Gingerbread Sheet Cake
Photo Credit:handletheheat.com
This spiced molasses Texas-style sheet cake with a cream cheese frosting is perfect for serving at fall and winter gatherings.
16
Copycat TastyKake Tandy Cake
Photo Credit:bunnyswarmoven.net
I grew up enjoying Kandy Kakes (or Tandy Kakes as they used to be called) and this copycat version looks easy and delicious!
Other Sheet Pan Desserts
1
Raspberry Slab Cheesecake
Photo Credit:quichemygrits.com
Everything you love about cheesecake but made in a way that makes it easier to feed a crowd! You'll also love that this recipe freezes well.
2
Sheet Pan Rice Krispie Treats
Photo Credit:lifeshouldcostless.com
These are perfect for parties or just to have on hand for your kids to enjoy. A great budget-friendly option compared to prepackaged Rice Krispie Treats and you only need 4 ingredients to make them!
3
Sheet Pan Apple Crisp
Photo Credit:www.thecookierookie.com
A traditional apple crisp recipe that will feed a crowd! Top with vanilla ice cream or homemade whipped cream for a classic dessert option.
4
Sheet Pan Fruit Pizza
Photo Credit:jamiecooksitup.net
This fruit pizza can be customized to include your favorite fruits. It's light, refreshing, and delicious.
5
Sheet Pan Cobbler
Photo Credit:spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com
This recipe shows you how to make three different cobblers on one sheet pan! Another recipe that freezes well and is easy to make ahead.
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Komal Choudhary
I love having sheet pan desserts, especially sheet pan fruit pizza. Thank you so much for sharing with us and i am going to make it in this christmas event because it looks very healthy, tasty and easy to make
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Lydia Beiler
I’m glad it was helpful! And fruit pizza is always a winner. Sounds like a great choice!
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