Entertaining Dinner Party Ideas Bite-Size Desserts By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on March 1, 2013 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos In addition to the undeniable cuteness factor, these sweet one-bite wonders make for perfect party food. Pick a minuscule version of your favorite decadent dessert, then watch them disappear. 01 of 25 Lemon Tartlets with Meringue Caps Christopher Baker Shape thin tuile cookies into a shell for this tiny tart. View Recipe 02 of 25 Mini Chocolate Cupcakes with Multicolored Frosting One basic buttercream can coat mini cupcakes in a variety of shades. View Recipe 03 of 25 Banana Whoopie Pies Banana cake becomes irresistible when piped into bite-size whoopie pies. View Recipe 04 of 25 Cinnamon-Walnut Baklava The secret ingredient: cinnamon-laden butter. View Recipe 05 of 25 Chocolate-Strawberry Thumbprints Any kind of berry would work as the topper for these crisp cookies. View Recipe 06 of 25 Lemon Tassies Victor Schraeger Never heard of a tassie? The name comes from the Scottish word for “small cup.” View Recipe 07 of 25 Spring Shower Almond Petit Fours Tiny cakes coated in a sugary glaze are like miniature presents wrapped for each guest. View Recipe 08 of 25 Mini Chocolate Whoopie Pies These mini sandwiches still find room for double the chocolaty goodness. View Recipe 09 of 25 Mini Eclairs with Strawberries and Cream Pastry paper cradles catch any of the delicious filling that might drip out. View Recipe 10 of 25 Easy Peanut Butter Cups These homemade candies can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. View Recipe 11 of 25 Elderflower Jam Tassies Andrew Purcell Elderflower liqueur-infused jam makes this dessert utterly upper-crust. View Recipe 12 of 25 Banana and Chocolate Triangles Banana and chocolate baked in a phyllo picket become a gooey treat. View Recipe 13 of 25 Mini Ginger-Almond Cheesecakes Use packaged gingersnap cookies for a super-easy crust. View Recipe 14 of 25 Key Lime Whoopie Pies Cinnamon sugar cakes nod to Key Lime pie’s traditional graham-cracker crust. View Recipe 15 of 25 Chocolate-Covered Strawberries Rolling the chocolate-coated berries in chopped pistachios adds a touch of festive color. View Recipe 16 of 25 Lemon-Lime Tea Cakes Candied lemon slices top these diminutive treats. View Recipe 17 of 25 French Almond Macarons Finish off a sophisticated soiree with these chic treats. View Recipe 18 of 25 Mini Cheesecakes with Apricot Jam Con Poulos A yellow apricot center and frilly cupcake liners create a flowerlike effect. View Recipe 19 of 25 Phyllo Cups with Cappuccino Cream A little liqueur added to the cream makes this dessert extra special. View Recipe 20 of 25 Chocolate-Zucchini Cakes with Walnuts Not only does zucchini add a bit of veggie goodness to these chocolaty bites, it also adds extra moisture. View Recipe 21 of 25 Pecan Tassies Bryan Gardner All the Southern charm of a pecan pie in one little bite. View Recipe 22 of 25 Classic Cannoli Susie Cushner Create the crunchy shell for these Sicilian treats with a pasta maker. View Recipe 23 of 25 Chocolate-Caramel Cookie Bars Joseph De Leo Fleur de sel adds a touch of salt and crunch to this sweet, chewy bar. View Recipe 24 of 25 Chocolate-Coconut Cheesecake Squares Add cheesecake to a match made in candy bar heaven for an utterly addictive treat. View Recipe 25 of 25 Cherry-Chocolate Cups Johnny Miller The crispy phyllo dough stands up to creamy chocolate-studded filling. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit