Hi Reader,

I've had so much fun coming up with delicious, exciting recipes to share this year! And, I LOVE seeing which ones are your favorites.

Get my top viral recipes of the year below and see for yourself why these were such a hit! (And as always, THANK YOU for supporting my site and trusting my recipes!)

The Best of 2025

• ​#1 Most Searched Recipe: The dinner that seems to be universally loved by all!
• ​ #1 Pin of the Year: This slow cooker favorite delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort! Paired with my famous chili seasoning blend, this recipe is on fire this year!
• ​#1 Kid-Friendly Recipe: So much better than frozen and surprisingly easy to make!
• ​#1 Most Re-Visited: This collection proves we ALL need easy dinner recipes to turn to!
• ​#1 Dessert Recipe: My favorite is yours too!
• ​#1 Instant Pot Recipe: Perfectly baked...well, you get the idea😉
• ​My Personal Favorite Condiment (Yours TOO!): Is it REALLY a condiment, no! But the way I dip bread into this is like the abandon of a child dipping anything into ranch😂
• ​Copycat Frozen Staple: Think Texas Toast but better!
• ​The #1 Breakfast: And honestly one of the top 5 recipes visited this year. It is a classic for holiday breakfasts OR lazy weekends at home.
• ​Most Saved Post: The obsession with this cookie was through the roof this past year!
• ​#1 on Facebook: My Papa's famous recipe is a hit with millions!
• ​#1 on Instagram: But honestly, it is favorite on search, on YouTube, and with repeat visitors. How can you go wrong with mashed potatoes that stay warm for hours!
• ​Everyone's Favorite Side Dish: A potluck favorite that has been a staple for millions for over 10 years!

The Recipes That Should've Gone Viral!

These are 5 NEW recipes I shared this year that I THOUGHT would take off. If you haven't tried them yet, NOW is the time to change that. They are seriously worth the make!

• ​Cozy Stew: This was RECENTLY shared and I see it trending soon! It is perfect for the colder temps we have ahead of us!
• ​A Family Favorite Pasta: Flavored like pizza, I can't believe this one isn't in the top 10 recipes of the year.
• ​Taco Night Meets Soup: This has been a favorite at our house for YEARS! You don't want to miss this newish recipe.
• ​My Mom's Favorite New Recipe of the Year: It is light, bright, and will warm you the core!
• ​Tate and Layla's Favorite: This cheesy, Tex-Mex pasta dish was inspired by a reader's recipe and my family ADORES it!

I would love to know if your favorite made the list. And here's to a GREAT 2026 filled with delicious new recipes!