18 Treats That Double as Conversation Starters

Bring any of these desserts to the table and you’ll get more than just compliments. Each one is a little unexpected, a little nostalgic, and a guaranteed way to get people talking. Let the sweets do the ice-breaking for you.

Texas Sheet Cake

This cake feeds a crowd and starts conversations about family reunions. Get The Recipe

Brookie Recipe

Half brownie, half cookie, all fun. Get The Recipe

Nanaimo Bars

A Canadian classic with chocolate, custard, and coconut layers. Get The Recipe

Banana Pudding

Southern comfort food that always brings up childhood stories. Get The Recipe

Possum Pie

Chocolate, pecans, and cream cheese with a name people can’t resist asking about. Get The Recipe

Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cookies

Soft, spiced cookies with a Midwest history lesson built in. Get The Recipe

Berger Cookies

Baltimore’s pride, famous for its sky-high icing. Get The Recipe

Whoopie Pies

Whoopie pies come with a side of “what do you call these where you’re from?” Get The Recipe

Buckeyes

Chocolate-dipped peanut butter balls that get everyone reaching for seconds. Get The Recipe

Cowboy Cookies

Loaded with oats, chocolate, and coconut. Folks always want to know what’s inside. Get The Recipe

Shoofly Pie

Pennsylvania Dutch pie with a mysterious, sticky filling. Get The Recipe

Scotcheroos

No one can guess all the ingredients on the first bite. Get The Recipe

Dollywood Cinnamon Bread Recipe

This bread always comes with a side of Dollywood stories. Get The Recipe

Key Lime Pie Recipe

Tart, bright, and a conversation about where the best ones are found. Get The Recipe

Berger Cookies

Yes, they show up twice. Baltimore insists. Get The Recipe

Banana Pudding

Two appearances, zero regrets, endless nostalgia. Get The Recipe

Black and White Cookies

Is it cake? Is it a cookie? You’ll debate it all night. Get The Recipe