Send them off to their next big adventure with a Retirement Party Spread loaded with an assortment of salads, biscuits, dips and sweet treats.
Gone but Not Forgotten
Send the retiree in your life off on their next big adventure with a Retirement Party Spread that’s as memorable as they are. Celebrate all their accomplishments while you fill up on an assortment of salads, homemade biscuits, and dips. Make the good-bye sweeter with Chocolate Sheet Cake and Fresh Peach Crumble. It’s the perfect way to say “Gone but not forgotten!” It’s a casual, delicious spread that lets everyone choose a little (or a lot!) of what they love to eat. It’s also perfect for a light, summer-time meal with loved ones ready to usher in that next exciting chapter!
Recipes in this Spread
The Best Easy Chicken Salad
This easy chicken salad is sure to satisfy. It’s fresh, flavorful and absolutely delicious!
Egg Salad
Expertly hard-boiled eggs, Dijon mustard, dill pickle relish, red onion and chives make this Egg Salad simply scrumptious.
Pimento Cheese Dip
Cheese lovers won’t be able to get enough of this Pimento Cheese Dip. It’s easy to make and so savory and tangy, it’s sure to be a hit at your next get-together. Dig in, y’all!
Spinach Dip
This simple and delicious Spinach Dip is such a great appetizer to serve for any occasion. Everyone always enjoys dipping into it with fresh veggies and chunks of bread.
BLT Chopped Salad
With crumbled bacon, tangy blue cheese, and grilled corn, this BLT Chopped Salad makes a light but satisfying summer meal. Homemade ranch and croutons add flavor and texture you’ll love in every bite!
Buttermilk Biscuits
These Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuits bring flaky, buttery, comforting goodness to any meal. Made from simple ingredients, they’re wholesome, delicious and sure to be a crowd favorite!
Chocolate Sheet Cake
A super moist chocolate sheet cake covered in a rich chocolate pecan icing that’s out-of-this-world delicious!
Fresh Peach Crumble
Sweet juicy peaches baked under a scrumptious cinnamon sugar topping make this Fresh Peach Crumble an instant favorite! Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s a the perfect summer dessert!
Trail Mix
This nutty, chewy energy-boosting trail mix hit all the right notes without any added sugar or artificial ingredients. Everyone will love it!
Fresh Mint Lemonade
Sweet mint and tart lemons make this Fresh Mint Lemonade the perfect antidote to the heat of a summer day! Make a pitcher, kick back and enjoy this refreshingly simple drink. A true summer favorite!
How to Prepare and Set the Spread
Make the chicken salad, egg salad, pimento cheese dip, and spinach dip. Keep refrigerated until ready to set and serve the spread.
Bake the biscuits, chocolate sheet cake and the fresh peach crumble.
Prepare the BLT chopped salad, but wait to add the ranch dressing until ready to set and serve the spread. Keep refrigerated if making in advance.
Make the trail mix and mint lemonade.
To set the spread, put all of the dishes and desserts out on the serving space along with the accompaniments, placing the cold salads and dips last.
Spread Tips:
- Everything can be made at least a day in advance.
- This is a great spread to serve potluck-style by assigning each host different recipes to bring to the celebration.
- Got Leftovers? Leftovers can be stored properly and enjoyed over the next few days. If the salads have set out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours, it’s best not to keep or eat them.
If you make this Retirement Party Spread, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me or tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. 
I love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the recipes I share. Enjoy!
xoxo,
Retirement Party Spread
- Yield: 12+
Description
Send them off to their next big adventure with a Retirement Party Spread loaded with an assortment of salads, biscuits, dips and sweet treats.
Ingredients
Recipes:
- Chicken Salad (see recipe)
- Egg Salad (see recipe)
- Pimento Cheese Dip (see recipe)
- Spinach Dip (see recipe)
- Buttermilk Biscuits (see recipe)
- Chocolate Sheet Cake (see recipe)
- Fresh Peach Crumble (see recipe)
- BLT Chopped Salad (see recipe)
- Trail Mix (see recipe)
- Pitcher of Fresh Mint Lemonade (see recipe)
Accompaniments:
- mini bell peppers
- snap peas
- Ritz crackers
- Fritos chips
Instructions
How to Prepare and Set the Spread:
- Make the chicken salad, egg salad, pimento cheese dip, and spinach dip. Keep refrigerated until ready to set and serve the spread.
- Bake the biscuits, chocolate sheet cake and the fresh peach crumble.
- Prepare the BLT chopped salad, but wait to add the ranch dressing until ready to set and serve the spread. Keep refrigerated if making in advance.
- Make the trail mix and mint lemonade.
- To set the spread, put all of the dishes and desserts out on the serving space along with the accompaniments, placing the cold salads and dips last.
Notes
- Everything can be made at least a day in advance.
- Leftovers can be stored properly and enjoyed over the next few days.
- If the salads have set out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours, it’s best not to keep or eat them.
Recipes from The BakerMama/Photos by Kelsey Foster Photography/Food Styling by Stephanie Greenwood and Traci Paga
