35 Grandma-Approved Recipes To Take To Your Next Bible Study
From salty to sweet, no church gathering is complete without plenty of snacks.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Whether you're hosting a group at your home or need a dish to bring along to your next bible study, these classic Southern recipes are reminiscent of what you would probably find perusing the pages of a vintage church cookbook. These are the recipes your Grandma refused to share with any of her church friends—they're that good.
From simple recipes that even novice cooks can pull off to homemade desserts that'll blow everyone away, we've got options for anyone. This recipe collection is proof that sometimes, simple is really best. After all, nobody can resist a handful of Buttery Toasted Pecans—and our Buttered Saltines are known to disappear quickly. If you're looking to make something a bit more elaborate, our Million Dollar Pound Cake is always a winner, as is Gooey Butter Cake.
These crowd-pleasing recipes have stood the test of time, so we know they'll please everyone in your bible study group. They also make great refreshment ideas for church events.
Related: 30 Recipes Grandma Always Took To Church Potlucks
Homemade Brownies
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
While sometimes boxed brownies may come to the rescue in a pinch, we recommend making a homemade version for Bible study. They come together with just 15 minutes of hands-on time.
Bacon Bow Tie Crackers
These crackers are so good that we recommend at least doubling this recipe, which is easy to do since you'll need just two ingredients: bacon and buttery crackers.
Party Cheese Ball
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
This classic appetizer comes together in just 10 minutes, so you can make it at the last minute if needed. We like serving with a variety of crackers and cut vegetables.
Gooey Butter Cake
Even though it's called cake this classic recipe is still easy to serve in squares without any mess. It's also much easier to transport than a layer cake.
Nuts And Bolts
Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
This homemade snack mix is made for munching. It can also be made ahead and stored in an airtight container, so if you're on a tight schedule on the way to bible study, you can prepare it in advance to save time.
Baked Brie In Puff Pastry
Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Easy yet impressive, this cheesy appetizer also makes a beautiful centerpiece. Plus, you'll need just four ingredients, plus an assortment of crackers and apples for dipping.
Butter-Baked Saltine Crackers
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Although this snack recipe couldn't be any more simple, we guarantee it'll still impress your guests. Like many of our favorite appetizer recipes, it just requires two ingredients.
Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs
If you'll be meeting during dinnertime and need a heartier dish, this classic recipe was made for company. Thanks to the slow cooker, it's easy to keep this dish warm.
Luscious Lemon Bars
Fred Hardy; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
This lemon bar recipe cab be prepared up to one month ahead of time and kept in the freezer, perfect to keep on hand for your weekly gathering.
Buttery Toasted Pecans
About as simple as it gets, a bowlful of toasted pecans is the perfect snack to set out to enjoy at the beginning of a bible study gathering.
Million Dollar Pound Cake
Will Dickey
You're just seven ingredients away from getting this homemade cake on the table. It's great on its own or with fresh berries on top.
Cheddar Cheese Straws
Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford
With a recipe this simple and delicious, you'll never serve store-bought cheese straws again. Plus, the recipe makes 10 dozen, so there will be plenty with just one batch.
Muddy Buddy Mix
There's no baking required to pull together this sweet snack. In addition to powdered sugar, we add some unsweetened cocoa to the coating of this classic snack.
Ham-and-Cheese Sliders
If you're looking for a more filling snack that's still easy to serve, these sliders will satisfy everyone's appetite. They come together from start to finish in just 30 minutes.
Toasted Oatmeal Cookies
Toasting the oatmeal in this recipe is the key to giving classic oatmeal cookies an instant upgrade.
Pimiento Cheese
Fred Hardy; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
You can never go wrong with this Southern staple. Just make sure to grate your own cheese for this recipe just like Grandma does.
Mamie Eisenhower's Chocolate Fudge
Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
A no-bake dessert everyone will love? Yes, please.
Sausage Balls
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Sausage balls come together with just three ingredients. They're also great to serve at any time of the day so they're suitable for both morning and evening bible study groups.
Chocolate Peanut Butter-Fudge Bars
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer
If you'll have a large group, this recipe makes 32 bars in one batch so there will be plenty to go around.
Egg Salad Sandwiches
We're always looking for a reason to serve egg salad, and bible study sounds like a good reason to us.
Cheese Dreams
Antonis Achilleos; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn
You'll know these cheesy bites are ready to take out of the oven when they're golden brown in color.
Party Puffs with Ham Salad
Alison Miksch; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: Torie Cox
These puffs are practically begging for a spot on the table of a lunchtime bible study. Ham salad is delicious on its own, but is even better when served on a cheesy puff.
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Be careful bringing this one around your bible study group, it may become your specialty that's requested every week!
Homemade Chicken Salad
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This simple old-fashioned recipe will keep everyone full, and happy. It can be served over greens, with crackers, or on bread.
Cream Cheese Brownies
Cream cheese ensures that these brownies have an extra-gooey texture.
Warm Cheese Box Bites
This classic community cookbook recipe is best when served warm. However, they can be prepared and stored in the refrigerator for up to three months before they're baked.
Smoky Snack Mix
The bowl will be empty before you know it, so you may want to double or triple this hard-to-resist mix.
Pimiento Cheese-Stuffed Peppers
Greg Dupree; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
Need a Hail Mary appetizer? Two ingredients and 20 minutes will solve your hosting woes in a flash—and no one will be the wiser.
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies will never disappoint, especially when they're made from scratch.
Cheese Slaw
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Born in Roanoke, Virginia, this "cousin of pimiento cheese" will be beloved by all. Serve with crackers or crudité.
Heaven in a Bowl
Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
The name says it best: This chocolate-y, peanut butter-y trifle is sure to win over even the pickiest in the bunch.
Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This classic, two-bite snack comes with a short ingredient list and even easier prep instructions. Make a couple dozen and watch them disappear.
Hot Bacon and Swiss Dip
Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
This hearty dip pairs as well with prayer requests as it does with a good football game. Ask us how we know.
Conecuh Sausage Pigs in Blankets
Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch
The Alabama-made sausage and flaky layers of puff pastry elevate this childhood after-school favorite.
Pimiento Cheese Flatbread
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Use pre-made pizza dough from the grocery store to make this deliciously easy, super Southern shortcut for focaccia.
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