Reader Favorites: Top 21 Recipes from 2021
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Bringing you the top 21 reader favorite recipes from 2021! From easy dinner options, tasty breakfast ideas and incredible desserts, these are the delicious recipes from Kim’s Cravings that you all made, shared and loved the most this year.
I’m grateful for each and every one of you who has made our recipes and taken the time to tell us how much you love them.
I’m truly humbled that in a small way, I get to be part of your holidays, traditions and regular weekdays when you prepare the recipes I work so hard to create.
These are the top 21 most-viewed, most-commented on, most-made recipes on Kim’s Cravings. You’ll find some of the best breakfast recipes, easy dinners, and of course, yummy desserts that made 2021 extra delicious.
Starting with number 21 and working our way to the top recipe, let’s jump in!
21. Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with tender chicken, corn, beans, fajita seasoning and is simmered in a rich, creamy broth. Finish with your favorite Tex-Mex toppings for an easy one-pot dinner that the whole family will love!
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20. Healthy Taco Meat
Healthy Taco Meat Recipe
Homemade healthy tacos are filled with my go-to clean eating Mexican taco meat recipe and any other favorite toppings you love on your tacos. These healthy tacos make for an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will enjoy, even your pickiest eaters!
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19. Fresh Herb Cream Cheese Dip
Cream Cheese Dip
This fresh herb cream cheese dip is loaded with flavor and will quickly become your new go-to recipe! Not only is it delicious, but it's super quick and easy to whip up!
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18. Banana Oat Waffles
Gluten Free Banana Oat Waffles
These healthy gluten free waffles are a breakfast delight of light and fluffy waffles cooked to golden brown perfection. These waffles are made with a combination of oats, almond milk, banana and eggs all easily whipped up in the blender. Don’t forget to make extra, so you can eat healthy waffles all week! This banana oat waffle recipe is about to become a staple in your house!
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17. Blueberry Banana Microwave Oatmeal
Blueberry Banana Microwave Baked Oats
Blueberry Banana Microwave Baked Oats is a single serving of baked oatmeal made quick and easy in the microwave. The perfect recipe for those of you wanting to try the TikTok baked oats trend and great if you have little time for breakfast or anyone having to cook without a stove. Not only is this oatmeal recipe super simple to make, it's nutritious and SO delicious. This new microwave mug recipe is a must try!
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16. No Bake Oreo Pie
No-Bake Oreo Pie
No-bake Oreo Pie is creamy and delicious! It's also one of the easiest pie recipes. No oven required and only 3 simple ingredients needed!
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15. Baked Mac and Cheese
Baked Mac and Cheese
This baked mac and cheese recipe is a huge hit with my kids. I have to admit, it is the BEST mac and cheese I've ever tasted! Super easy to make too! Macaroni noodles are baked with butter, cheddar cheese, muenster cheese, and heavy whipping cream to create the ultimate comforting dish.
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14. Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Cinnamon Roll Casserole
This cinnamon roll casserole recipe is the ultimate brunch dish, made with refrigerated cinnamon rolls, eggs, milk, a touch of maple syrup, and a drizzle of icing over the top. It's super easy to make and can even be assembled the night before.
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13. Banana Chocolate Chip Power Cakes
Banana Chocolate Chip Power Cakes
These banana chocolate chip power cakes are the BEST healthy protein-packed banana muffins. Perfect for snack time or breakfast! Picky eater approved!
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12. Baked Blueberry Donuts
Baked Blueberry Donuts
Deliciously healthy baked blueberry donuts that are light, soft, and perfect for breakfast! With just over 100 calories, these Skinny Blueberry Donuts are a fun and easy treat that’s perfect for any breakfast or brunch gathering!
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11. Parmesan Baked Cod
Parmesan Baked Cod
Parmesan Baked Cod is mildly flavored cod topped with Parmesan cheese, paprika and parsley, then roasted to perfection. An easy, tasty dinner that’s quick to make and perfect for busy weeknights!
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10. Protein Waffles
Low Carb Protein Waffles
This breakfast recipe is so simple, easy and healthy, but the best part is how out-of-this world delicious it is!
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9. Easy Healthy Lasagna
Easy Healthy Lasagna
This Easy Healthy Lasagna recipe is the perfect family-friendly dish. It has all of the goodness of classic lasagna, but lightened up and packed with protein for a skinny version of the traditional recipe!
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8. Best Homemade Salsa
Best Damn Salsa Ever!
This homemade salsa recipe is absolutely irresistible! It’s loaded with delicious, vibrant flavor and it comes together in less than 5 minutes.
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7. Watermelon Cocktails
Vodka Watermelon Cocktails
Vodka Watermelon Cocktails are the perfect refreshing summer drink! Easy, light and made with 4 ingredients! Less than 120 calories a serving!
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6. Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Slow cooker pulled pork is my favorite way to serve a crowd! This pork is coated in a homemade spice rub, then simmered in the crockpot until tender. Shred the meat, then dinner is ready to serve! Crockpot pulled pork is easy, tender, delicious and everyone always loves it!
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5. Chocolate Delight
Chocolate Delight
Chocolate Delight is a layered pudding dessert that looks impressive and tastes amazing, but is so easy to whip up! It's made with a pecan cookie crust that's topped with layers of cheesecake filling, pudding, and Cool Whip. This chocolate layered dessert is perfect for all of the chocolate lovers in your life!
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4. Fish Tacos
Cod Fish Tacos
This recipe for cod fish tacos is seasoned white fish layered with corn cabbage slaw, a creamy sauce, avocado slices and a squeeze of fresh lime; all tucked inside warm corn tortillas. It’s a crowd-pleasing meal that’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor!
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3. Burger Sauce
Epic Burger Sauce
Create the ultimate burger with this epic burger sauce! This special sauce recipe is easy to make and super tasty on burgers, wraps, sandwiches and fries!
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2. Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake
Cinnamon Roll Microwave Mug Cake
This easy cinnamon roll microwave mug cake is the perfect treat when you’re craving a little something sweet!
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The MOST popular recipe from Kim’s Cravings in 2021!
Sweet Potato Black Bean Casserole
A family-friendly Mexican-inspired enchilada casserole recipe, that's as tasty as it is healthy. This Sweet Potato Black Bean Casserole is vegetarian and gluten-free, but can also be easily adapted to include meat.
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