Manila Spoon’s Top 25 Recipes of 2025
Happy New Year, dear readers! I hope you’ve enjoyed all the recipes we shared throughout 2025. Today, I’m rounding up our Top 25 Recipes of 2025.
There’s no denying this past year felt unusual and often challenging, with so many unexpected moments and plenty of heavy, unsettling news. Still, by God’s grace, we step into the new year with hope—praying it will be brighter and better for all of us.
Torta Caprese (Italian Flourless Chocolate Almond Cake)
Rich, flourless, and irresistibly chocolatey, this classic Italian Torta Caprese combines almond flour, cocoa, and a touch of rum for an elegant dessert. Completely gluten-free, this fudgy and moist cake is absolutely delicious!
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Chicken Tikka Masala
This easy chicken tikka masala recipe features tender yogurt-marinated chicken simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce spiced with garam masala, cumin, ginger, and coriander. It’s an authentic Indian curry perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough to serve guests. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly creamy every time!
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Pecan Slab Pie
This easy pecan slab pie features a flaky crust, caramel-sweet pecans, buttery filling, and all-natural maple syrup—no corn syrup needed. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, and parties!
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Easy Roast Turkey Recipe (with Chicken Stock)
Juicy, golden, and flavorful—this Easy Roast Turkey recipe delivers a tender, herb-butter perfection for your holiday table. Simple prep, big flavor payoff for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebration!
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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Rich, nutty, and irresistibly gooey, these brown butter chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate bakery-style treat you can bake at home. Each cookie boasts crisp edges, perfectly soft and chewy centers, and loads of melty chocolate chips and chopped chocolate for the best chocolate chip cookie flavor.
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Shepherd`s Pie Soup
Craving cozy comfort food? This hearty Shepherd’s Pie Soup combines everything you love about traditional Shepherd’s Pie — seasoned ground beef (or lamb), tender vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes — all in one soul-warming bowl.
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Crispy Coconut Shrimp
Crispy Coconut Shrimp, made with panko and sweet shredded coconut, fried to golden perfection in minutes. Easy homemade party appetizer with tropical flavor and dipping sauce.
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Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Chocolate Ganache
This Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Chocolate Ganache is the ultimate fall dessert—moist, perfectly spiced, and draped in silky chocolate ganache. Perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, or any cozy autumn day, it’s sure to delight.
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Pecan Pie Brownies
These rich and fudgy pecan pie brownies combine gooey chocolate brownies with a buttery pecan pie topping. The best holiday dessert bar recipe you’ll want to bake for Thanksgiving and beyond!
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How to Make Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken
Learn how to make crispy and delicious Taiwanese popcorn chicken with this easy, authentic street food recipe—featuring juicy chicken breast, fried Thai basil, and bold flavors from soy sauce and five-spice powder.
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Easy Beef Teppanyaki
Make restaurant-style Japanese teppanyaki at home with this easy beef teppanyaki recipe. Tender marinated steak, crisp vegetables, and authentic flavors come together in just 30 minutes for a quick, flavorful Japanese dinner.
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How to Make Restaurant-style Authentic Japanese Gyoza
Learn how to make authentic Japanese gyoza at home with this easy-to-follow, detailed recipe. From preparing the flavorful pork and vegetable filling to perfect pan-frying techniques, master the art of crispy, juicy gyoza with a delicious dipping sauce.
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Indonesian Green Coconut Pancakes (Dadar Gulung)
If you’re craving something sweet, tropical, and totally unique, you have to try this beloved traditional Indonesian street food snack or dessert – Dadar Gulung (Coconut Pancakes)! These pandan-scented green crepes are rolled and filled with a warm, caramelized coconut and palm sugar mixture—soft, chewy, and absolutely delicious.
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Easy and Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets
If you’re craving something sweet, tropical, and totally unique, you have to try this beloved traditional Indonesian street food snack or dessert – Dadar Gulung (Coconut Pancakes)! These pandan-scented green crepes are rolled and filled with a warm, caramelized coconut and palm sugar mixture—soft, chewy, and absolutely delicious.
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No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake
No oven? No problem! This No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake is the ultimate summer dessert—smooth and creamy cream cheese filling, buttery graham crust, and luscious homemade blueberry sauce on top. So easy, so delicious, and always a crowd favorite!
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Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
With a flaky, buttery crust and a perfectly sweet-tart filling, this Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Pie is the best homemade strawberry rhubarb pie recipe.
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Rhubarb & Buttermilk Coffee Cake
Moist and tangy Rhubarb & Buttermilk Coffee Cake made with fresh rhubarb, buttermilk, and a sweet cinnamon topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert-easy, delicious, and bursting with flavor!
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How to Bake Potatoes in the Air Fryer
Learn how to bake potatoes in the air fryer for perfectly crispy skin and fluffy insides every time. This easy air fryer baked potato recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers delicious results in less time than the oven. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Easy Slow Roast Leg of Lamb Recipe
With just a handful of simple ingredients and a little patience, you’ll achieve a melt-in-your-mouth, fall-off-the-bone lamb that’s infused with aromatic herbs and garlic. This method is not only easy and forgiving, but it also guarantees a show-stopping meal that will impress your guests and satisfy every craving for classic comfort food.
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How to Make Authentic Pho Bo (Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Beef)
Want to know how to make authentic Beef Pho at home? It’s actually easy, and you can do it perfectly with our tried-and-tested from-scratch recipe, which I learned from a Vietnamese chef. Enjoy the hearty and comforting flavors of this traditional Pho Bo recipe and make the tastiest beef broth.
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Easy Beef Shawarma Bowls
Our Easy Beef Shawarma Bowls feature tender, perfectly spiced beef, nutritious veggies as accompaniments, and creamy tahini sauce drizzled over them. With each bite, you will savor the yummy flavors of Lebanese cuisine! It’s an easy and delicious meal, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Easy Slow Cooker Barbecue Meatloaf
This BBQ meatloaf combines ground beef, breadcrumbs, and seasonings with a tangy barbecue glaze for a comforting family dinner. It’s moist, flavorful, and easy to prepare for weeknight meals. This Easy Slow Cooker Barbecue Meatloaf recipe delivers a juicy, tender meatloaf with a smoky-sweet glaze, all with minimal effort!
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Baileys and Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake
Easy to make and perfect for celebrations, especially on St. Patrick’s Day, this lush chocolate dessert will wow your guests with its luxurious taste and stunning presentation. Enjoy each bite of this decadent Baileys Chocolate Bundt Cake that’s moist, rich, and bursting with Irish cream flavor.
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Easy and Tasty Ground Beef Taco Bowls
This is the ultimate easy and tasty Ground Beef Taco Bowls recipe! Ready in just 30 minutes, this flavorful dish features seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, and a creamy cilantro mayonnaise. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, these customizable bowls are sure to satisfy your cravings. Enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal today!
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