Eid dessert table shopping list for 25
For an Eid open-house dessert table serving about 25 visitors. It is built for grazing portions alongside tea and coffee rather than a full meal.
What to get
Baklava assortment
50 pieces
Maamoul cookies
40
Date-filled cookies
30
Fresh dates
2 lb
Mixed nuts
3 lb
Pistachios
1 lb
Fresh strawberries
3 lb
Grapes
3 lb
Oranges
12
Chocolate-covered dates
30
Arabic coffee
12 oz
Black tea bags
40
Mint tea bags
20
Milk
1 gallon
Sugar cubes
2 boxes
Disposable tea cups
40
Dessert plates
35
Dessert forks
35
Cocktail napkins
75
Tiered serving stands
3
Dessert labels
20
Takeaway boxes
30
Who this list is for
This shopping list is built for anyone hosting an Eid open house with a dessert table for about 25 guests. It covers sweet grazing options to serve with tea and coffee, not a full meal.
How to use this list
Plan your shopping a few days ahead—some items, like baklava and maamoul cookies, can be bought early. Fresh fruit should be purchased close to the event. Arrange desserts and fruits on platters the day-of, and set up a coffee and tea station.
Common mistakes
Hosts sometimes underestimate the number of small bites needed or forget to provide enough variety. Don’t rely only on sweets—fresh fruit and nuts balance the table. Running out of Arabic coffee or tea happens; stock up, especially if guests linger.
What is on this list
You’ll pick up 50 pieces of baklava and 40 maamoul cookies, plus 30 date-filled cookies and 30 chocolate-covered dates. Get 2 pounds of fresh dates, 3 pounds each of mixed nuts and strawberries, 1 pound of pistachios, 3 pounds of grapes, and a dozen oranges. For drinks, have 12 ounces of Arabic coffee and 40 black tea bags ready.
Day-of setup
Plate cookies and baklava attractively. Slice oranges into rounds for easy serving. Rinse and dry fruit before arranging. Fill small bowls with nuts and pistachios. Brew a first pot of coffee and set out tea bags with hot water. Keep plates and napkins handy for refills.
FAQ
Who is "Eid dessert table shopping list for 25" for?
This shopping list is built for anyone hosting an Eid open house with a dessert table for about 25 guests. It covers sweet grazing options to serve with tea and coffee, not a full meal.
How should I use "Eid dessert table shopping list for 25"?
Plan your shopping a few days ahead—some items, like baklava and maamoul cookies, can be bought early. Fresh fruit should be purchased close to the event. Arrange desserts and fruits on platters the day-of, and set up a coffee and tea station.
What should I skip or avoid with "Eid dessert table shopping list for 25"?
Hosts sometimes underestimate the number of small bites needed or forget to provide enough variety. Don’t rely only on sweets—fresh fruit and nuts balance the table. Running out of Arabic coffee or tea happens; stock up, especially if guests linger.
What is on the "Eid dessert table shopping list for 25" list?
You’ll pick up 50 pieces of baklava and 40 maamoul cookies, plus 30 date-filled cookies and 30 chocolate-covered dates. Get 2 pounds of fresh dates, 3 pounds each of mixed nuts and strawberries, 1 pound of pistachios, 3 pounds of grapes, and a dozen oranges. For drinks, have 12 ounces of Arabic coffee and 40 black tea bags ready.
What should I check on the day of?
Plate cookies and baklava attractively. Slice oranges into rounds for easy serving. Rinse and dry fruit before arranging. Fill small bowls with nuts and pistachios. Brew a first pot of coffee and set out tea bags with hot water. Keep plates and napkins handy for refills.
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