Our Ten Most Popular Recipes of 2025 So Far

Readers are loving these quick and easy recipes.

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Afton Cyrus
Afton Cyrus
Afton Cyrus
Afton Cyrus is a food writer and editor, recipe developer, and culinary instructor based in New England. Her work appears in print and online for America's Test Kitchen, Serious Eats, The Kitchn, King Arthur Baking Company, and cookbooks for Ten Speed Press, in addition to her work for Simply Recipes.
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Published May 15, 2025
Afton Cyrus
Angled view of a stoneware bowl of Broccoli Cheddar Creamy Beans next to a spoon and all on a white background

Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

To my surprise, we are somehow just about halfway through the year 2025. Given that milestone, I thought I'd check in on how readers are enjoying the latest from Simply Recipes and what they've been clicking on and whipping up at home lately.

Here are our top ten recipes of the year so far and what readers, recipe developers, and editors have been saying about them. It's a really fun mix of quick and easy dinners, tasty breakfasts, and sweet treats, most of which need only a handful of ingredients and a few minutes to make.

With a first half this delicious, I can't wait to see what the rest of the year has in store!

  • Easy Chickpea Curry

    Easy Chickpea Curry in a bowl with a spoon, naan on the side

    Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

    "Every week, this chickpea and spinach curry takes center stage in our kitchen. As someone of Pakistani heritage, I’ve added my own twist to the classic South Asian chana masala to make it practical for weeknights. It’s quick, easy, and packed with both protein and vegetables—ideal for feeding my husband and son without juggling multiple dishes." —Shayma Saadat, Recipe Developer

  • Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Green Olives

    Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with garlic

    Simply Recipes / Molly Adams

    "I’m wise enough to know that improving on a dish as outstanding as spaghetti aglio e olio is a fool’s errand, but by adding a few of my family’s favorite ingredients that I always have on hand, I’ve turned it into what I consider the perfect plate of pasta." —Molly Allen, Recipe Developer

  • Easy Brooklyn Blackout Cake

    Angled view of a slice of Easy Brooklyn Blackout Cake on a white plate with a fork holding a bite removed from the slice

    Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

    "I made this last night and it’s so delicious! Was great warm and also fantastic after being in the fridge! Not too sweet at all which I love." —Caren Clark, Simply Recipes Reader

  • Broccoli Cheddar Creamy Beans

    Overhead view of a stoneware bowl of Broccoli Cheddar Creamy Beans next to a spoon and all on a white background

    Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

    "You just need a few pantry staples and 15 minutes to make a bowl of goodness that’s sure to warm you up. I’ve made plenty of variations, including Marry Me Beans, but this broccoli cheddar number is one of my favorites." —Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director

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  • 4-Ingredient Ham and Cheese Toasts

    Overhead view of two pieces of toasted ham and cheese toast on a toaster oven tray

    Simply Recipes / Kat Lieu

    "On mornings when I have a few extra minutes, I whip up my simple Brooklyn/Italian-inspired 4-ingredient toast for my kiddo. (I grew up in south Brooklyn, close to a lot of Italian-American communities.) 'Each bite is like eating pizza,' Philip once told me." —Kat Lieu, Recipe Developer

  • 2-Ingredient Cherry Cobbler

    Closeup overhead shot of cherry cobbler in a baking dish, drizzled with a glaze

    Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss

    "The tartness and freshness from the cherries really complement the buttery richness of the cinnamon rolls in this cobbler. The classic combo of stewed fruit and sweetened carbs really shines alongside a cup of strongly brewed coffee or black tea, whether in the morning for breakfast or the evening for dessert." —Jessica Furniss, Recipe Developer

  • Garlic-Butter and Soy Sautéed Asparagus

    Sauteed asparagus pieces arranged on a platter with a serving spoon.

    Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

    "The butter and soy sauce coats every piece in a rich, savory glaze. I love this recipe because it requires minimal ingredients, comes together in minutes, and is endlessly versatile." —Shayma Saadat, Recipe Developer

  • 2-Ingredient Italian Dressing Chicken

    Overhead shot of three marinated and cooked chicken breasts

    Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss

    "I love this Italian dressing chicken recipe because it’s so easy and gives me all the nostalgic Olive Garden vibes—and it’s only two ingredients! Chicken breasts and a bottle of dressing are all you need." —Jessica Furniss, Recipe Developer

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  • 3-Ingredient Kefir-Berry Smoothie

    A short glass filled with a pink smoothie and a white paper straw with light pink polka dots

    Simply Recipes / Laurel Randolph

    "I love to use kefir for smoothies since it has the creaminess and tang of yogurt with a more liquid consistency. By adding a cup to this smoothie, it’s the only liquid you need." —Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director

  • 3-Ingredient Chocolate-Peanut Butter Spoons

    Closeup overhead shot of spoons with chocoalte and sea salt covered peanut butter, with a bite take out of one of the spoons

    Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

    "It’s a magical combination of peanut butter and chocolate with a crunchy shell that yields to a creamy, rich center. It’s basically a homemade peanut butter cup, but ten times easier than using a muffin tin since you eat it directly out of the spoon." —Rebecca Fennel, Recipe Developer

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