You’ve got the baby shower guest list, the invitations, and the venue. Now for the fun part: snacks that match the theme. These sports themed baby treats bring playful energy to any shower, whether you’re celebrating a tiny MVP or a little future fan. You’ll find easy-to-make recipes that look impressive and taste great.
Inside you’ll get ten crowd-pleasing ideas, from football-shaped brownies to tennis-court lemon bars. Each recipe includes exact ingredients, clear steps, and serving tips for sports baby shower treats. You’ll see how to plate, make ahead, and store each sweet bite. Pin your favorites and mix-and-match for a themed dessert table that’s picture-ready and delicious.
Ready to make treats that guests will talk about? Grab your mixing bowls and a few simple decorations. These sports themed baby treats are approachable, colorful, and perfect for snapping photos for Pinterest.
1. Sports Themed Baby Treats: Football Chocolate Brownie Bites
These football chocolate brownie bites are fudgy, rich, and perfectly hand-held. You get a dense chocolate center with a crisp edge and a sweet icing lace. They fit the sports baby shower treats theme and are easy to pop on a platter.
Prep: 15 minutes | Bake: 20 minutes | Total: 45 minutes
Fans of chocolate and handheld desserts will love these. The smell is deep cocoa with a hint of vanilla.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1-2 tsp milk (for icing)
- 1 piping bag or small zip-top bag (for laces)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
- Whisk melted butter and sugar until glossy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla. Sift in flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Fold until no streaks remain.
- Fold in chocolate chips. Scrape batter into pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 20–23 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs but not wet batter. Edges should look set.
- Cool in pan 15 minutes, then lift out and cool completely on a rack 30 minutes.
- Cut into football-shaped ovals or use a small cookie cutter. Mix powdered sugar with milk to a thick pipeable consistency. Pipe laces.
- Let icing set 15 minutes before serving.
How to Serve It
Serve on a wooden board lined with green tissue to look like a field. Garnish with sprigs of rosemary for color. Pair with coffee or a sparkling mocktail. Store in an airtight container at room temp up to 3 days, or freeze for 1 month. Make the brownies a day ahead, cut and ice on the shower morning. These are classic sports baby shower desserts guests will grab first.
2. Mini Stadium Sugar Cookie Sandwiches
These mini stadium sugar cookie sandwiches are buttery and snappy. The filling is creamy and slightly tangy, balancing the sweet cookie. They’re perfect for a sports baby shower because they can mimic team colors.
Prep: 20 minutes | Chill: 1 hour | Bake: 10 minutes per batch | Total: 1 hour 40 minutes
You’ll love the crisp edges and tender centers. The smell is warm butter and vanilla.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk, room temperature
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for filling)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (for filling)
- Food coloring for icing (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add egg, vanilla, and milk. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients. Stir until dough forms. Add lemon zest if using.
- Divide dough, flatten into disks, wrap, and chill 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough 1/4-inch thick. Cut into small circles (2-inch).
- Bake 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on racks 15 minutes.
- For filling, beat butter, then add powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
- Sandwich a 1 tsp filling between two cookies. Chill 10 minutes for filling to set.
How to Serve It
Arrange sandwiches on a tiered tray for visual interest. Pipe tiny team logos with colored icing or add sprinkles. Pair with iced tea or lemonade. Store in an airtight container for 3 days. Make dough and filling a day ahead and assemble the morning of the shower. These bite-sized treats fit right into sports baby shower treats.
3. Sports Themed Baby Treats: Soccer Ball Cake Pops
These soccer ball cake pops are moist, creamy, and playful. You’ll get cake and frosting rolled into a perfect round pop with crisp chocolate shell. They’re ideal as sports themed baby treats for a soccer-loving family.
Prep: 30 minutes | Chill: 2 hours | Total: 3 hours
They taste like chocolate cake with sweet buttercream. The look pops with monochrome contrast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chocolate cake crumbs (from one baked 8-inch cake)
- 3/4 cup vanilla buttercream frosting
- 12 oz white candy melts
- 4 oz black candy melts or tinted chocolate
- 12 lollipop sticks
- 1 tbsp vegetable shortening (optional, for thinning)
- Parchment paper
- Green foam block (for display)
- Sprinkles (optional, for base)
Instructions
- Bake a simple chocolate cake and crumble completely. Or use store-bought cake.
- Combine cake crumbs with buttercream until dough holds together.
- Roll into 1.25-inch balls. Place on parchment and chill 1 hour.
- Melt white candy melts in microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring. Add shortening if too thick.
- Dip lollipop stick into white coating, insert into ball. Return to chill 10 minutes.
- Dip pop into melted white coating, tap gently to remove excess. Place on parchment.
- Melt black candy melts. Pipe pentagon shapes to mimic a soccer ball pattern. Use a toothpick to refine edges.
- Let set 30 minutes until firm. Serve or arrange standing in foam block.
How to Serve It
Stand pops in a green foam block or a floral foam covered with faux grass. Group by colors or team. Pair with coffee or milk. Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days. Make pops a day ahead and keep them chilled. These are perfect sports baby shower desserts with big visual payoff.
4. Basketball Swirl Cupcakes
These basketball swirl cupcakes are light, moist, and topped with a buttercream textured like a basketball. They’re bright, orange, and perfect for a fun shower display.
Prep: 20 minutes | Bake: 18 minutes | Total: 1 hour
You’ll taste vanilla with a hint of orange zest. The frosting is fluffy and rich.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream (for frosting)
- Orange and black gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla, orange zest, then alternate adding dry ingredients and milk and sour cream, beginning and ending with dry.
- Divide batter into two bowls. Tint one orange and leave the other natural. Spoon alternating dollops into liners to create swirls.
- Bake 18–20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
- For frosting, beat butter, add powdered sugar gradually, add heavy cream until fluffy. Tint most orange, reserve a little black for piping lines.
- Pipe orange swirls, then use black-tinted buttercream to pipe thin lines to mimic basketball seams.
How to Serve It
Display on a round tray to mimic a court. Add mini basketball picks for flair. Pair with punch or iced coffee. Store cupcakes in a covered container at cool room temp for 2 days, or refrigerate up to 4 days. Fill and frost a day ahead; add black piping right before serving. These themed cupcakes are classic sports baby shower treats.
5. Baseball Glove Peanut Butter Cookies
These baseball glove peanut butter cookies are soft with crisp edges. They’re nutty, slightly salty, and have a soft chew. They pair with the baseball theme for a sporty baby shower table.
Prep: 15 minutes | Chill: 30 minutes | Bake: 10–12 minutes | Total: 1 hour
You’ll taste warm peanut butter and brown sugar. The aroma is toasty and homey.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk (if needed)
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional, for texture)
- Brown food gel or melted chocolate for glove stitch decoration
Instructions
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat butter, peanut butter, and sugars until smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add egg and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Add dry ingredients and mix just until incorporated. Add milk if too stiff.
- Chill dough 30 minutes for easier shaping.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape dough into glove shapes or use a cookie cutter. Press a fork pattern for texture.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cookies will set as they cool.
- Cool on rack 10 minutes. Pipe glove stitches with brown gel or melted chocolate.
How to Serve It
Arrange cookies in a shallow basket lined with a napkin. Add small baseball picks for theme. Pair with cold milk or hot chocolate. Store in an airtight container at room temp up to 4 days. Dough can be shaped and frozen for quick baking later. These are warm, friendly sports baby shower desserts that guests will reach for.
6. Hockey Puck Chocolate Shortbread
These hockey puck chocolate shortbreads are buttery with a deep cocoa hit. They’re crisp, tender, and slightly crumbly. The dark chocolate coating gives a glossy finish.
Prep: 15 minutes | Chill: 30 minutes | Bake: 12–14 minutes | Total: 1 hour
Expect a buttery, chocolate aroma and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (for dipping)
- 1 tsp vegetable oil (to thin chocolate)
- Flaky sea salt for finishing
- Parchment paper
Instructions
- Whisk flour, cocoa, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mix until dough forms.
- Press dough into a disk, wrap and chill 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch rounds.
- Bake 12–14 minutes until edges set. Cool on rack 15 minutes.
- Melt dark chocolate chips with oil until glossy. Dip half the shortbread in chocolate, place on parchment.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt and let set 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Stack pucks in small piles on a dark board for contrast. Garnish with a few fresh berries for color. Pair with espresso or black tea. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 5 days. Make dough up to 2 days ahead and finish baking the day of. These make elegant sports baby shower desserts.
7. Sports Themed Baby Treats: Field Goal Rice Krispie Squares
These field goal Rice Krispie squares are chewy, sweet, and nostalgic. Cocoa or caramel accents mimic turf lines and goal posts for a playful touch. They’re fast to make and perfect for kids and adults.
Prep: 10 minutes | Chill: 20 minutes | Total: 40 minutes
They taste of toasted marshmallow and buttery cereal. The texture is airy with a pleasant chew.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (gel)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (for goal posts)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for white chocolate)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional, for turf lines)
- Parchment-lined 9×13 pan
- Nonstick spray
Instructions
- Lightly spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment.
- In a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and a few drops of green gel until a uniform green color forms.
- Immediately fold in Rice Krispies until fully coated.
- Press mixture firmly into prepared pan using a buttered spatula. Let cool 15–20 minutes.
- Melt white chocolate chips with oil and pipe mini goal posts atop cooled bars. Use cocoa to dust thin turf lines if desired.
- Cut into small rectangles. Serve immediately or let set 10 minutes.
How to Serve It
Place squares on a green platter. Add tiny plastic flags to mimic yard markers. Pair with lemonade or fruit punch. Store in an airtight container at room temp up to 3 days. Make ahead and assemble goal posts the morning of the shower. These rice krispie treats are classic sports baby shower snacks.
8. Tennis Court Lemon Bars
These tennis court lemon bars are bright, tangy, and buttery. A crisp shortbread base holds a zesty lemon curd with a soft, almost custardy top. They add a citrusy pop to the dessert table.
Prep: 15 minutes | Bake: 25 minutes | Chill: 1 hour | Total: 1 hour 45 minutes
You’ll taste bright lemon, sugar, and buttery shortbread. The smell is fresh and citrusy.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Parchment-lined 9×9-inch pan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
- For crust, mix flour and powdered sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Press into pan and bake 15–18 minutes until light golden. Cool briefly.
- Whisk eggs, granulated sugar, flour, lemon zest, juice, and salt until smooth.
- Pour lemon mixture over hot crust. Bake 18–20 minutes until center just set. Top should not jiggle much.
- Cool to room temp, then chill 1 hour to firm up.
- Dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.
How to Serve It
Arrange bars on a white platter with lemon slices. Use a stencil to dust lines like a tennis court. Pair with sparkling water or mint tea. Store refrigerated up to 4 days; bring to room temp before serving. Make a day ahead for easiest slicing. These lemon bars are a bright addition to sports themed baby treats.
9. Cheerful Popcorn & Pretzel Snack Mix
This cheerful popcorn and pretzel snack mix hits sweet and salty notes. It’s crunchy with chewy candy pieces and salty pretzels. It’s perfect for a casual, sports-style baby shower buffet.
Prep: 10 minutes | Chill: 10 minutes | Total: 30 minutes
You’ll taste caramel, chocolate, and salty crunch. The texture is varied and fun.
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn, kernels popped and cooled
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces
- 1 cup M&M-style pastel candies
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup cereal loops (optional)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 1/2 cup peanut butter chips (optional)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pop popcorn and remove unpopped kernels. Cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine popcorn, pretzels, candies, marshmallows, and cereal.
- Melt white chocolate chips with butter in 20-second bursts. Stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Spread on parchment and let set 10 minutes until chocolate firms.
- Break into clusters and store in a large bowl for serving.
How to Serve It
Serve in small kraft paper cones or clear favor bags for guests to take home. Add personalized tags with the baby’s name for a keepsake. Pair with chilled sodas or iced tea. Store in an airtight container at room temp up to 3 days. Mix can be made the morning of the event. These snack mix bites are an easy sports baby shower treat.
10. Golf Ball White Chocolate Truffles
These golf ball white chocolate truffles are smooth, creamy, and elegant. A silky white chocolate ganache rolled in nonpareils gives a textured golf-ball look. They’re bite-sized and indulgent.
Prep: 20 minutes | Chill: 2 hours | Total: 2 hours 30 minutes
They taste of sweet white chocolate with a hint of cream. The texture is velvety inside with a crunchy exterior.
Ingredients
- 12 oz white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup white nonpareil sprinkles (or crushed white candy)
- Parchment paper
- Small cookie scoop or teaspoon
Instructions
- Chop white chocolate finely and place in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over chocolate and let sit 2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth. Add butter, vanilla, and salt. Chill ganache 1.5–2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
- Scoop small balls with a teaspoon or mini scoop. Roll between palms to smooth.
- Roll each truffle in nonpareils to coat. Place on parchment.
- Chill 30 minutes for coating to set. Store chilled until serving.
How to Serve It
Arrange truffles in mini cupcake liners on a green felt tray for a golf theme. Pair with champagne or sparkling cider. Keep refrigerated and bring out 20 minutes before serving for best texture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 7 days, or freeze for 1 month. These are refined sports baby shower desserts that photograph beautifully.
These ten recipes cover a range of flavors, textures, and presentation styles so you can mix sweet and playful treats for your shower. You’ve got easy make-ahead options, handheld bites, and show-stopping desserts that match the sports themed baby treats vibe. Pin this collection for later and try one or two recipes this week.
Which sports themed baby treats are you trying first? Share a photo after you make them and pass along the recipes to friends or family planning a shower. Happy baking and have fun styling that dessert table!