Can you believe 2025 has already come and gone? I love compiling this post each year to celebrate the best recipes our readers loved most. These are the dishes you made again and again, shared with friends, and kept coming back to.
It was a very delicious year and the biggest one yet for Completely Delicious. Thank you for reading, for your comments, ratings, and for sharing your favorites.
Without further ado, here are the reader favorites from 2025. Did any of your go-to recipes make the top 10?
Top 10 best recipes of 2025
Soft and Chewy Chocolate Cookies — My mom’s famous chocolate cookie recipe topped the list again. These cookies are baked often in my kitchen for a reason: comforting, chocolatey, and reliably soft.
Chantilly Cream Frosting — Light and less sweet than traditional buttercream, this chantilly frosting is perfect on cakes and cupcakes and versatile for many desserts.
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo — This comforting chicken alfredo comes together in under 30 minutes with just five ingredients. Rich, creamy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars — A bright, creamy summer dessert that’s simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
The Best Homemade Caesar Salad — Crisp romaine, crunchy homemade croutons, and a creamy dressing that outperforms store-bought versions make this a classic side or light meal.
Chewy Oatmeal Cookies — Simple and satisfying, these oatmeal cookies deliver the ideal chewy texture with buttery, brown sugar flavor.
Simple Roasted Salmon with Lemon & Herbs — A five-ingredient oven-roasted salmon seasoned with fresh lemon and herbs. Quick, flavorful, and a family favorite for over 20 years.
Easy Dutch Oven Cobbler — A retro-style cobbler made with four ingredients, ideal for camping trips, backyard cookouts, or any summer gathering.
Potato Leek Soup with Italian Sausage — A hearty soup loaded with potatoes, carrots, leeks, and Italian sausage. Perfect for chilly days when you want something comforting and filling.
Easy No-Bake Crème Brûlée — If you thought crème brûlée was intimidating, this easy no-bake version makes it accessible at home.
Most popular recipes from previous years
Check past roundups for more favorites from other years: 2024, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, and 2010.
What do you want to see in 2026?
I’d love to hear from you. Leave a comment below to tell me what you’d like more of in 2026 — specific types of recipes, baking tutorials, quick tips, or anything else you want to see. You can also email me at [email protected].