If 2025 proved anything, it’s this: from-scratch cooking is alive, well, and thriving in real kitchens.
This past year was a big one around here — over 350 brand-new recipes added, thousands of pantry jars filled, and countless cozy meals made without running to the store.
From pantry staples that quietly save supper to flavor-packed mixes that rival store-bought favorites, these were the recipes you came back to again and again. The ones you bookmarked, shared, printed, and cooked on repeat.
Let’s take a look at the Top 10 most-viewed recipes of 2025 on ThisOldBaker.com, plus a few runner-ups that nearly stole the crown.
1. Cream of Anything Soup Mix
This one earned its top spot fair and square.
The Cream of Anything Soup Mix became the backbone of so many home kitchens in 2025. It replaced cans, cleared pantry space, and gave cooks complete control over flavor, thickness, and ingredients. Chicken, mushroom, celery, potato — you name it, this mix handled it.
What made it shine was its flexibility. One jar, endless uses. Casseroles, crockpot meals, stovetop suppers — all without preservatives or mystery ingredients. This recipe didn’t just get views; it became a pantry staple for thousands.
2. Brown Gravy Mix
If comfort food had a secret weapon, this would be it.
The Brown Gravy Mix proved that something so simple could still be essential. Rich, savory, and deeply nostalgic, it became the go-to for weeknight meatloaf, mashed potatoes, roasts, and freezer meals.
This recipe resonated because it brought back the real flavor of gravy — the kind that tastes like it simmered all afternoon, even when it didn’t.
3. Sweetened Condensed Milk Mix
This one surprised even us with how quickly it took off.
The Sweetened Condensed Milk Mix filled a huge gap in home pantries. No more half-used cans or emergency store runs. Readers loved having a shelf-stable option ready whenever baking inspiration hit.
It became a favorite for holiday baking, coffee creamers, fudge, pies, and gift jars. Simple ingredients, long shelf life, and endless uses made this recipe a standout.
4. Copycat Kinder’s Cowboy Butter
Bold, buttery, and unapologetically flavorful.
The Copycat Kinder’s Cowboy Butter exploded in popularity with grill lovers and flavor chasers alike. Readers loved being able to recreate that crave-worthy blend at home — without fillers, artificial flavors, or the price tag.
It became a must-have for steaks, chicken, shrimp, vegetables, bread, and compound butter lovers everywhere.
5. Alfredo Sauce Mix
Creamy comfort without the fridge space.
The Alfredo Sauce Mix won hearts because it made rich, velvety pasta sauce possible anytime — no cream cartons required. Readers loved the control over thickness, richness, and seasoning.
From quick weeknight dinners to make-ahead freezer meals, this mix earned its spot by making homemade Alfredo approachable and reliable.
6. 25 Easy Bake Recipes
Sometimes, it’s not about one recipe — it’s about confidence in the kitchen.
The 25 Easy Bake Recipes collection took off because it met people where they were. No complicated techniques. No fancy tools. Just solid, dependable bakes that worked.
This post became a gateway for newer bakers and a comfort zone for seasoned ones, proving that simple baking still matters.
7. Dry Pizza Sauce Mix
This one quietly became a pantry hero.
The Dry Pizza Sauce Mix replaced jars, saved freezer space, and let readers make exactly what they needed — no waste. Whether for homemade pizza night, calzones, breadsticks, or casseroles, this mix delivered bold tomato flavor every time.
It became especially popular with meal planners and anyone stocking a working pantry.
8. Salted Caramel Cocoa Mix
Cozy season had a clear winner.
The Salted Caramel Cocoa Mix wasn’t just a drink — it was a moment. Sweet, rich, and perfectly balanced, it became a favorite for winter evenings, gift jars, and holiday baskets.
This recipe proved that pantry mixes can feel indulgent without being complicated.
9. Cheese Sauce Mix
If one recipe screamed comfort, this was it.
The Cheese Sauce Mix earned its place by doing everything from mac and cheese to nachos to casseroles. Readers loved the ability to make cheese sauce on demand — thick or thin, mild or bold.
It became a freezer-meal favorite and a staple for families cooking from scratch on a budget.
10. My Pantry Staples List
Rounding out the top ten wasn’t a single recipe — it was the foundation.
My Pantry Staples List became one of the most visited pages of 2025 because it answered the question everyone asks: “How do you keep cooking from scratch without constant store trips?”
This list turned curiosity into confidence and helped thousands of readers build a pantry that actually works.
Runner-Up Favorites That Almost Made the Top 10
These recipes narrowly missed the list but still saw massive love in 2025:
- Classic Mocha Coffee Mix – Cozy mornings in a jar
- Dry Spaghetti Sauce Mix – One mix, endless sauce options
- Base Cookie Mix – The start of countless cookie variations
- Base Cake Mix – A classic foundation that powered dozens of desserts
- DIY Garlic Bread Seasoning Mix – Stir it into butter, sprinkle it on bread, or dust over veggies and popcorn
Each of these earned its spot as a repeat-use, pantry-friendly favorite.
A Year to Remember
In 2025 alone, over 350 new recipes were added to ThisOldBaker.com — and every single one was created with real kitchens in mind. No fluff. No fads. Just practical, homemade food that works.
These top recipes weren’t popular because they were trendy. They were popular because they solved problems, saved time, and made cooking from scratch easier and more enjoyable.
Here’s to another year of stocked pantries, full jars, and recipes that feel like home.
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