As 2025 comes to a close, I couldn’t help but look back at the recipes you loved most this year. From cozy soups to celebratory cakes and a few savory surprises, these are the dishes that stood out, recipes that were baked, cooked, shared, and saved again and again.
So let’s count them down, starting at number 10.
10. Peaches & Cream Cake
This cake feels like pure comfort. Soft, tender peach cake layers paired with a sweet peach filling made it a go-to for spring and summer celebrations. It’s nostalgic, simple, and just the right balance of fruity and indulgent.
9. Orange Cranberry Cake
Bright citrus meets tart cranberry in this crowd-pleasing cake. Perfect for the holiday season, this one quickly became a reader favorite thanks to its fresh flavor and festive feel.
8. Key Lime Pie Layer Cake
All the flavors of classic key lime pie, but stacked into a cake. This recipe quickly earned its spot thanks to its tangy filling, fluffy layers, and just-the-right-amount-of-sweet frosting.
7. Zesty Shrimp Pasta
Yes, a savory recipe made the list, and for good reason. This zesty shrimp pasta is fast, flavorful, easy and perfect for pot lucks, as it's best made ahead of time. It’s proof that The Cake Chica kitchen isn’t just about desserts.
6. White Cake with Strawberry Filling
Classic, clean, and timeless. This white cake with strawberry filling became a favorite for birthdays, showers, and special occasions. It’s light, elegant, and a recipe you can truly make your own.
5. Mexican Sprinkle Cookies
These cheerful cookies brought color and joy to kitchens everywhere. Crisp edges, soft centers, and plenty of sprinkles made them a hit, especially around holidays and family gatherings.
4. Easy Seafood Stew
Warm, cozy, and surprisingly simple, this seafood stew quickly became a reader favorite during cooler months. It’s hearty without being heavy and perfect for nights when comfort food is calling.
3. Cinnamon Swirl Protein Bread
A recipe that proves protein baking doesn’t have to be boring. This cinnamon swirl bread is flavorful, satisfying, and perfect for breakfast or a mid-day snack. No chalky taste here.
2. Chicken Fideo Soup
This comforting, flavorful soup resonated deeply with readers. It’s simple, nourishing, and filled with familiar flavors that feel like home. Exactly the kind of recipe people come back to again and again.
1. Mexican Alphabet Soup
Taking the top spot for 2025 is Mexican Alphabet Soup. Cozy, nostalgic, and full of heart, this recipe clearly struck a chord. Whether it was the comforting flavors or the memories tied to it, this soup became the most-loved recipe on The Cake Chica this year.
Thank You for an Incredible Year
Thank you for baking, cooking, and sharing these recipes with me throughout 2025. Whether you’ve been here for years or just joined along the way, I’m so grateful for this community.
Here’s to more cozy bakes, meaningful meals, and beautiful recipes in 2026.
Happy baking,
Mary
Which recipe was your favorite this year?
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