Many of the Allrecipes community’s all-time favorite recipes come to us handed down from generation to generation, especially from mothers. And unsurprisingly, most of our mom-made recipes fall under the comfort food category. Here are 25 of the most-loved recipes that come straight from Mom’s kitchen. Enjoy!
Mom’s Zucchini Bread
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A 5-star favorite, this zucchini bread has been taste-tested by more than 10,000 Allrecipes members. “My Mother loved this bread, so did the neighbors and myself as well,” says reviewer Ellen.
Mom’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Mom slipped a secret ingredient into these cookies to make them extra soft and tender, and more than 1,000 reviewers are glad she did.
Mom’s Best Peanut Brittle
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“This is the recipe my family has used for 30 years and always gets rave reviews,” says Allrecipes member SJMARQ. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cook time, this easy peanut brittle could easily become a favorite in your family, as well.
Mom’s Buttermilk Pancakes
Annette Hansen
Home cooks have sworn off store-bought mix after making these light, fluffy pancakes. “I have made these for years as a special treat, and I hope you enjoy them as much as my family has,” says Allrecipes member Cinnken.
Mom’s Ginger Snaps
Dotdash-Meredith Food Studios
“These are the best ginger snaps I’ve ever had. Made these with my kids, age four, and they had so much fun,” says reviewer Mia Weaver.
Mama’s Asian Chicken and Rice
Allison Dhabalt
More than 1,000 home cooks have rated this take on orange chicken, many of them raving that their kids couldn’t get enough. “My 12-year-old son gave this a 1,000 star,” says reviewer Wiser1.
Mom’s Country White Gravy
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“This is my mother’s recipe I grew up with. It is very tasty and is great with biscuits and sausage,” says Allrecipes member Nancy Smith. If you want to add anything to this five-ingredient gravy, reviewer chellebelle has a suggestion: “This needs to be made with bacon grease (or sausage drippings), then it will taste like Mom’s!”
Golden Sweet Cornbread
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This cornbread recipe is made from scratch with no mix. It’s a real treat with chili, ribs, or barbecued chicken,” says Allrecipes member bluegirl. “You could even use this sweet, homemade cornbread to make stuffing for your Thanksgiving feast! My mom made this for me as a child, and now it’s my family’s favorite. Serve with butter, jam, honey, or your favorite spread.”
Mom’s Best Macaroni Salad
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“I have six children, and it is all I can do to keep them from nibbling on it while I’m mixing it up,” says Allrecipes member Renee Chase of this creamy macaroni salad, which mixes mayonnaise with condensed milk, sugar, and vinegar for a surprising tart sweetness.
Mom’s Stovetop Pork Ribs
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Simmering pork spareribs with soy sauce, garlic, rosemary, oregano, bay leaves, lime juice, and parsley “ensures that the meat will remain moist and juicy, and that the flavors will fully penetrate the meat,” says Allrecipes member THELMALU99. “This is how my Brazilian mom prepares pork ribs.”
Scalloped Potatoes
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“These classic scalloped potatoes are tender, creamy, and delicious,” says Allrecipes member Jane Boswell-Purdy. “This is the way my mother always made her scalloped potatoes. The key is to heat the milk first!”
Mom’s Peach Crisp
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“My mom and I would often make this yummy and easy peach crisp using her home-canned peaches when I was little,” says Allrecipes member Stephanie. With fresh peaches and pantry-friendly ingredients, this summery dessert takes just 15 minutes to prep.
Mom’s Best Pork Chops
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed saltine crackers give these pork chops a savory, crunchy coating. Some home cooks swapped saltines with Ritz crackers or club crackers.
Mom’s Chicken Pot Pie
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Anyone can make Mom proud with this chicken pot pie, which home cooks laud as beginner friendly. “We absolutely loved this! I wish I had taken a picture, but it was eaten so quickly,” says reviewer Carrie Warner.
Mom’s Apple Fritters
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“These homemade apple fritters are warm, crispy, and sweet,” says Allrecipes member ABBY9. “An old-fashioned treat that’s perfect for fall! My mom always made these fritters for us with the apples we’d pick at a fruit farm.”
Mom’s Best Waffles
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“My mom makes the best waffles, and I thought I’d share the recipe with the world,” says Allrecipes member Love. It’s become a go-to recipe for home cooks like Heather, who says, “These are the best waffles ever. It’s the only recipe I use now. Quick, easy, and delicious.”
Mom’s Cucumber Salad
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“This cucumber salad recipe is the one my mom made when I was small. It is still one of my favorites,” says Allrecipes member LisaPav. “Some friends add a little green onion to the recipe.” You can also add red onion for bite.
Mom’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese
With just four ingredients and five minutes of prep time, this baked macaroni checks all the right boxes for busy moms. You can take a cue from recipe reviewers and jazz it up with sour cream, sharp Cheddar, and Parmesan, but the recipe is perfectly kid-friendly as written.
Mom’s Applesauce Pancakes
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“This was passed down from my mother. I don’t know where she got it, but it was always a special request at brunches,” says Allrecipes member Shirley Smith . “Serve with maple syrup or apple butter.”
Mom’s Turkey Sausage Patties
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Further proof that you can’t beat Mom’s homemade breakfasts, this recipe averages a five-star rating. Ground ginger, dried sage, and cayenne punch it up.
Mom’s Pie Crust
A reliable pie crust recipe will go a long way. “The very first thing I learned how to cook!” says Allrecipes member Debra Shapiro. “This freezes beautifully; no well-equipped home is without a ball of pie dough in the freezer.”
Mom’s Baking Powder Biscuits
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This simple recipe from Allrecipes member Jodeen Brown’s mom yields light, fluffy biscuits with a crispy outer layer.
Mom’s Pumpkin Pie
“This is the pumpkin pie that my mother has made for years. It is a rich pie with just the right amount of spices,” says Allrecipes member Jim Wright. Other reviewers agree!
Mom’s Beef Shish Kabobs
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This shish kabob is made with chunks of marinated beef, mushrooms, and vegetables and cooked on the grill. This recipe is the one my mom has cooked for as long as I remember,” says Allrecipes member Mike Hearne. “She would probably be upset that I shared the recipe, but it is so delicious that I think everyone should have a chance to experience it!”
Mom’s Fabulous Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuit Crust
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“Leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken from the supermarket helps with the ease of preparation of this fabulous comfort-style dinner,” says Allrecipes member Pam. “Fresh vegetables gives this a very special added flavor and is worth the effort.”