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35 Church Bake Sale Recipes That Are Easy to Make and Sell

Bake sales always make me think of long tables covered in homemade treats and everyone trying to decide what to take home first. I’m usually drawn straight to the cookies and cupcakes, although anything chocolate disappears pretty quickly with me too. I love baking bake sale goodies, and I love trying out what other people have made too!

This is a mix of easy bake sale recipes that work really well for church events because they’re easy to portion up, transport, and serve. There are plenty of cookies, bars, cupcakes, muffins, and little sweet treats that always catch people’s attention without needing hours in the kitchen.

Some of these recipes are classic comfort bakes and others are a bit more fun and colorful, especially if kids are going to be stopping by the bake sale table too. I think there’s something here to suit everyone.

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1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Muffins

I love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter so these are hard to resist. They’re soft, rich, and packed with plenty of sweet peanut butter flavor. These always stand out on a bake sale table and I always get compliments when people try them.

2. Strawberry Banana Muffins

These muffins are super soft and full of flavor. I love that these go so well with a cup of coffee making them perfect for church bake sales when people are sitting down for a catch up.

3. Strawberry Lemon Muffins

The fresh lemon and juicy strawberry in these muffins make them feel really bright and summery. I love how sweet these are. The bright color makes them really stand out on the table too.

4. Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

I always think lemon desserts are a really nice change from all the heavy chocolate treats at a bake sale. These are light, soft, and full of fresh lemon flavor with that little bit of texture from the poppy seeds. They look really pretty and they work particularly well for spring and summer bake sales.

5. German Chocolate Cupcakes

Anything with chocolate and coconut is always popular at bake sales. These cupcakes are just the right amount of rich and topped with delicious coconut pecan frosting. They look really impressive on the table but they’re actually surprisingly easy to make.

6. Cookie Monster Cupcakes

These are a really fun addition to a church bake sale table, especially if there are going to be lots of kids stopping by. The bright colors and cookie monster faces make them really eye-catching and they always seem to disappear quickly. I think these are perfect if you want to add something playful alongside all the classic homemade bakes.

7. Hummingbird Poke Cake

This is one of those old-fashioned desserts that always reminds me of family gatherings when I was growing up. I think cakes like this are always popular at church bake sales because they feel so comforting and homemade.

8. Milk and Oreo Poke Cake

Anything with Oreos is always popular at bake sales. This cake is rich, creamy, and packed full of cookies and cream flavor in every bite. I think this would be especially popular with kids and teenagers stopping by the table.

9. Churro Cheesecake Bars with Cajeta

The cinnamon sugar topping on these smells absolutely incredible while they’re baking. They’re creamy, sweet, and have that moreish churro flavor that makes them hard to stop eating. I think these would really stand out on a church bake sale table because they look a little different from the usual cookies and cupcakes.

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10. Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars

These remind me of the kind of homemade treats that always showed up at school fairs and church events when I was younger. They’re soft, chewy, and topped with that delicious sweet icing that makes oatmeal cookies so hard to resist.

11. Twix Bites

Little bite-sized treats like these always seem to sell really well at bake sales. These look really good in little cellophane bags wrapped up with ribbon, making them easy for people to grab on the go. I think these would disappear pretty quickly from any church bake sale table.

12. Strawberry Cheesecake Truffles

These feel a little bit special without actually being difficult to make. The creamy cheesecake filling and sweet strawberry flavor work so well together and they look really pretty on a bake sale table too. I think these would make lovely little homemade gifts packaged up in treat bags or boxes.

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13. Mint Blossom Cookies

Chocolate and mint is one of those flavor combos people either absolutely love or avoid completely, but these are always popular whenever I make them. I think these would be especially nice for Christmas church bake sales and winter events.

14. Reese’s Pieces Oatmeal Cookies

These are the kinds of homemade cookies that sell really well at bake sales. They’re soft and chewy, and have the instantly recognizable pop of color from the Reese’s pieces.

15. Reese’s Stuffed Cookies

If you put these out on a bake sale table, I can almost guarantee they’ll be one of the first things people pick up. They’re thick, soft, and packed with chocolate and peanut butter. I think these are perfect for anyone who loves those really indulgent bakery-style cookies.

16. Samoas Cookies

The combination of chocolate, caramel, and coconut in these makes them taste incredible. They have that lovely chewy texture on top with a buttery cookie underneath that makes them taste just like the classic version everyone remembers. I think these would be really popular at church bake sales because they feel so little nostalgic.

17. Fudgy Brownie Cookies

You can’t really go wrong with anything super chocolatey at a bake sale. These have that rich brownie texture everyone loves but in cookie form, which makes them really easy to package up and sell.

18. Carrot Cake Cookies

I always think carrot cake flavors work really well at church bake sales. These cookies are soft, sweet, and topped with plenty of frosting which always makes people happy. I love the little bit of pineapple in these too because it keeps them really moist and full of flavor.

19. Crumbl Biscoff Cookies

Anything with Biscoff always gets peoples attention, particularly at bake sales. These cookies are super soft and packed with flavor. These always sell really well.

20. Crumbl Buckeye Brownie Cookies

These cookies are rich, chocolatey, and topped with plenty of creamy peanut butter flavor. The gooey toppings make these really hard to resist!

21. Crumbl Churro Cookies

These are soft, sweet, and full of that warm churro flavor that makes them really hard to say no to. These would sell particularly well at Christmas bake sales because of that delicious cinnamon flavor.

22. Crumbl Cinnamon Swirl Cookies

The smell of cinnamon baking in the oven always makes the kitchen feel sooo cozy. These cookies are soft, sweet, and full of warm cinnamon flavor. I think these would be perfect for church bake sales during the colder months of the year.

23. Crumbl Chocolate Mallow Cookies

These are really rich and chocolatey, so they’d definitely catch people’s attention on a bake sale table. The marshmallow filling in the middle makes them feel a little different from the usual homemade cookies too. I think these would sell especially well packaged up individually.

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

For the cookie base:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sugar
1 egg
2 tsp vanilla
½ cup cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 ½ cup flour
½ cup marshmallow fluff

For the topping:

½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp heavy cream
¼ cup white chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set them aside.
Line a plate with plastic wrap. Scoop small mounds of marshmallow fluff using a teaspoon or melon baller, then place them on the plate. Pop into the freezer for at least 10 minutes so they firm up.
In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
Add the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well, stopping to scrape down the sides so everything is evenly incorporated.
Divide the dough into eight equal portions and flatten each one into a disc about ½ inch thick.
Take the marshmallow fluff out of the freezer. Working quickly, place one portion in the center of each dough disc.
Wrap the dough around the fluff, sealing it completely.
Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the centers are set. Let the cookies cool completely before adding the topping.
To make the topping, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a medium bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth.
Spoon the ganache over each cookie and spread it out evenly.
Melt the white chocolate chips in a small bowl until smooth.
Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag.
Pipe the white chocolate over the ganache in a looped pattern, then leave it to set until slightly firm.

24. Crumbl Coconut Lime Cookies

The coconut and lime combination in these makes them feel really fresh and summery. They’re soft, sweet, and a little different from the usual chocolate-heavy bake sale treats. I think these would be really lovely for spring and summer church events.

Servings: 12-16

Ingredients:

For the cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup sugar
¼ cup powdered sugar
¼ cup oil
1 egg
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp coconut flavoring
2½ cups flour
½ tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder

For the frosting:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
Additional lime wedges and zest, to decorate

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter, sugar, and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the oil, egg, lime juice, and coconut flavoring, mixing well and scraping down the sides as needed.
Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until fully combined, making sure everything is evenly mixed.
Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets using a large ice cream scoop, then gently press each portion into a disc about ½ inch thick.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, just until the centers are set. Keep an eye on them so the edges don’t brown too much, the bottoms should be lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool completely before adding the frosting.
For the frosting, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together on low speed until combined.
Add the lime juice and zest, then mix on medium speed until the frosting is smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread a thin layer of frosting over each one.
Finish with a sprinkle of extra lime zest on top for a fresh, bright touch.

25. Crumbl Confetti Cake Cookies

The colorful sprinkles in these make them really eye-catching on a bake sale table. They’re soft, sweet, and have that fun birthday cake flavor that people seem to love. I think these would be especially good for church events with lots of families around.

26. Crumbl Cookie Dough Cookies

If you know someone who sneaks spoonfuls of cookie dough while baking, they would definitely love these. They’re soft, sweet, and packed with classic cookie dough flavor. I think these would sell really quickly at any church bake sale.

27. Crumbl Dark Dream Cookies

These cookies are for serious chocolate lovers! They’re packed to the roof with rich chocolate flavor. They look really nice packaged up in little gift bags too.

Servings: 9-11

Ingredients:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sugar
1 egg
1 tbsp vanilla
1 ⅓ cup flour
½ cup cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line several baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and smooth.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Mix in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined, stopping to scrape the bowl for even mixing.
Fold in about half of the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Use a large ice cream scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
Gently flatten each portion into a disc, then press the remaining chocolate chips onto the tops of the cookies.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the centers are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets before serving.

28. Crumbl Frosted Oreo Cookies

Oreos are always popular at bake sales. These cookies are soft, chocolatey, and topped with plenty of sweet frosting which makes them feel extra indulgent. I think these would be especially popular with teenagers and kids.

29. Crumbl German Chocolate Cookies

I always think chocolate and coconut work so well together in homemade bakes. These cookies are rich, sweet, and topped with delicious coconut mixture. These would definitely catch people’s attention at a church bake sale.

30. Crumbl Gingerbread Cookies

The smell of gingerbread baking always makes me think of Christmas events and winter bake sales. These cookies are soft, warmly spiced, and full of cozy gingerbread flavor. I think these would be perfect for holiday church bake sales.

31. Crumbl Key Lime Cookies

I always like seeing something a little fresh and fruity on a bake sale table alongside all the chocolate desserts. These cookies are soft, sweet, and full of bright lime flavor that makes them feel really summery. I think these would be especially lovely for spring and summer church events.

32. Crumbl PBJ Cookies

Peanut butter and jelly is one of those flavors that instantly reminds people of childhood. These cookies are soft, sweet, and packed with that classic PBJ combination. They are a really fun addition to any church bake sale table.

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33. Crumbl Red Velvet Cookies

The bright red color of these makes them really stand out which is just what you want on a bake sale table. I think these would look especially nice packaged up for church fundraisers and holiday events.

34. Crumbl Strawberry Shortcake Cookies

These have such a lovely fresh strawberry flavor that makes them feel perfect for spring and summer bake sales. They’re soft, sweet, and look really pretty on the table too. I think these would be especially popular at church events with lots of families and kids around.

35. Crumbl Twix Cookies

Caramel and chocolate is always a really popular combination at bake sales. These cookies are soft, sweet, and topped with plenty of delicious gooey caramel flavor. I’m confident these would sell really quickly, especially packaged up in little treat bags.

Church bake sales are always such a lovely excuse to spend a little time baking homemade treats to share with other people. I think a good mix of cookies, cupcakes, bars, and little bite-sized desserts always makes the table feel extra special. Hopefully this collection has given you plenty of ideas for your next church fundraiser or community event. Let me know which recipes you try out!

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