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25 easy potluck desserts that start with a block of cream cheese

Allrecipes / Kim Shupe
Credit: Allrecipes / Kim Shupe

They're always a hit.

They're always a hit.

Cream cheese brings a rich, creamy touch to desserts that’s hard to resist. With so many ways to use it, we’ve narrowed it down to 25 standout recipes that start with a block (or two). Perfect for Mother’s Day gatherings or your next potluck, these treats are sure to be a hit—so go ahead and unwrap a block and get baking.

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01 of 25

Lemon Cream Cheese Bars

a close up, low angle view of a stack of lemon cream cheese bars

"This lemon cream cheese bar recipe is easy and tastes divine. Nothing brings a recipe to life like fresh lemons! For a change of pace from custard-style lemon bars, you need to look no further." —Pamela Souza LeBlanc

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02 of 25

Glazed Cheese Danish Squares

Glazed Cheese Danish Squares

"These glazed Danish squares are super quick and easy, great for potlucks. Best kept in fridge and served cold." —Therese Aronica

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03 of 25

Decadent Cheesecake Cups

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"Personal cheesecakes topped with decadent ganache and a beautiful strawberry. This is a delicious and beautiful presentation that is easy to put together and sure to impress." —hopefuleesoon

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04 of 25

Strawberry Angel Food Dessert

A plate of strawberry angel food dessert, with a glass dish of strawberry angel food dessert in the background
Credit: Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Glazed strawberries, angel food cake, and a sweet creamy topping are layered in this colorful, chilled dessert." —Kelli

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Easy Cream Cheese Pound Cake

A cream cheese pound cake with a slice cut out placed on a white serving dish
Credit: Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This cream cheese pound cake is a moist, dense, and extremely delicious dessert." —Nanci

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06 of 25

Easy Cream Cheese Pie

whole cream cheese pie with cherry topping in graham cracker crust and one slice removed
Credit: Kim Shupe

"This cream cheese pie is a simple, creamy dessert. I got this recipe from a friend and it has never failed me. Try strawberry or blueberry filling for a variation." —Bea Ramirez

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07 of 25

Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"I recently saw a cobbler recipe with cream cheese and strawberries online, and this is my version. It is awesome!" —Nauntie

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Lemon Lush

layered lemon dessert
Credit: MacKenzie Schieck

"This lemon lush dessert has a shortbread crust and layers of lemon and cream cheese filling. A family friend shared this recipe with me. It's always a hit at any get-togethers." —Mrs Kelly Z

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09 of 25

Mocha Cheesecake Brownie Bars

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"These treats start with a brownie crust, which gets filled with a mocha cheesecake mixture and then finished off with a sour cream topping. Be sure to bake the crust and filling a day before serving the bars!" —Stephanie

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10 of 25

Cream Cheese Cookies III

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"If you like cheesecake, these are a close second." —Debbie Evans

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Sopapilla Cheesecake Dessert

close up view of a piece of Sopapilla Cheesecake Dessert on a plate
Credit: YurneroxX

"I love this dessert! Instead of digging through my books for the recipe to this yummy dish I went to check the recipe on Allrecipes. I never found it and it is great! A big hit at potlucks and ladies meetings. Enjoy!" —Shelley

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Tiramisu Toffee Dessert

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"This is a nice version of the popular Italian pick-me-up dessert. The toffee candy in this recipe adds a delightful crunchiness to the smooth creamy whipped cream quality of an already perfect dessert." —Jackie

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13 of 25

Vanilla and Chocolate Delight

close up view of a Vanilla and Chocolate Delight dessert, garnished with shaved chocolate, in a baking dish
Credit: Paula

"A layer of pecans, topped with cream cheese and whipped topping, is topped with vanilla-chocolate pudding to make this chocolate delight dessert!" —Brenda Moore

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Butter Brickle Frozen Delight

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"This dessert is a frozen delight! It is made in a 9-inch springform and can be stored in the freezer and served immediately when unexpected company arrives. It is a very rich dessert with layers of butter brickle, caramel sauce, and a rich layer of cool whip and cream cheese." —Lorie

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Next-Best-Thing-To-Robert-Redford Pie

Layered chocolate pudding dessert topped with whipped cream and shavings.
Credit: Allrecipes / Julia Hartbeck

"This is a creamy pudding-like pie. It has thick chocolate filling, thick cream cheese filling, a butter/nut crust, and is topped with whipped cream." —Randy Scott

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Chess Cake

Slice of chess cake dusted with powdered sugar on white plate
Credit: lutzflcat

"This chess cake is very rich and is great to take to gatherings." —Kathy Bliesner

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Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

Dessert cheese ball covered in pecans served with assorted crackers and cookies
Credit: Allrecipes / Qi Ai

"This chocolate chip cheese ball is a sweet switch from traditional cheese balls. Serve with graham crackers or chocolate wafers." —Kim

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Cherry Cream Cheese Dump Cake

close up view of Cherry Cream Cheese Dump Cake on a floral plate
Credit: Lins

"I came up with this recipe to combine a couple of my husband's favorites. It's easy and very tasty. The family loves it! It is great with vanilla ice cream!" —AngieK

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19 of 25

Cream Cheese Cookies

Cream Cheese Cookies on a blue platter
Credit: Kim Shupe/Allrecipes

"These cream cheese cookies are delicate when made with a flower cookie press, and a little sturdier if you make them as drop cookies. I like to fill the center with preserves or a chocolate chip when I make them for Christmas cookie trays." —Robin

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Cream Cheese Bars

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"This cookie bar recipe made with yellow cake mix and cream cheese has a chewy bottom crust with a sweet, creamy layer on top." —Charlene

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Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Apple Cheesecake with Caramel Sauce

"Caramel apple meets cheesecake in this deliciously easy fall dessert that layers apple pie filling with cream cheese and caramel sauce to make a glorious filling for a graham cracker crust!" —JJ

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Fruit Pizza

Close up on a slice of fruit pizza on a plate with remaining on pizza tray behind.
Credit: DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

"This colorful fruit pizza has a crunchy homemade cookie dough crust, cream cheese filling, and assorted fruit topping. It's a fun and delicious dessert for any occasion. Use any fresh fruit such as bananas, peaches, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, and strawberries." —Anne

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23 of 25

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Red velvet cheesecake brownie with a marbled cream cheese and chocolate swirl topping
Credit: Allrecipes / Kim Shupe

"These beautiful red velvet cheesecake brownies are moist and delicious with a swirl of decadent cheesecake batter! Perfect for red velvet cake lovers; adds a different twist to the traditional cake. A great dessert for Valentine's Day and can be made ahead." —squeeziebrb

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Oreo Cookie Cake

25 Easy Potluck Desserts That Start With a Block of Cream Cheese

"If you love Oreo cookies, you'll love this smooth, creamy (but not too rich) dessert!" —Pam

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Strawberry Delight Dessert Pie

Strawberry Delight Dessert Pie

"This strawberry delight is a family recipe that everyone will enjoy. It's indescribably delicious!" —Carol Loadholt

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