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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Recipe Round-ups » Top 15 Recipes of 2021

    Top 15 Recipes of 2021

    Published Dec 29, 2021 · Modified Aug 8, 2022 · by Alexis Joseph · 8 Comments

    The Top 15 Recipes of 2021 featuring quick, easy and healthy muffins, soups, snacks, salads, dinners and sweet treats.

    family pic

    2021 was the year of...baby Max! It truly was a year that changed me forever. Plenty of highs, some lows I never imagined (can we ever?), and lots of deja vu.

    Through all the craziness, you all cooked your little hearts out! Though there were lots of delish new recipes published this year, I wanted to share YOUR favorite 15 recipes from 2021. These recipes were clear winners - if you haven't tried them yet, now is your chance!

    As always, thank you for leaving such thoughtful comments and feedback on my recipes. I read every single one and send many to my Mom, LOL.

    A few of you emailed me on Thanksgiving expressing gratitude and it moved me to tears. Know that YOU are the reason I do this, and when I start to lose my rhythm or confidence, it's here with this community that I regain strength.

    Now before I get all teary, may I present the Top 15 Recipes of 2021! Drumroll please...

    Best Gluten-Free Banana Bread

    Drea says, “So good. I’m not gluten free and this doesn’t taste like it’s 'trying to be' something like banana bread. It’s fantastic all on its own….My husband ate half the loaf at once.”

    loaf of banana bread with piece cut out

    Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

    Elena says, “These are delicious! I love all of the fruity flavors and the cinnamon + ginger really add to it. Def will make again!”

    sliced muffin on plate

    Amazing Minestrone Soup

    Heather says, “Perfect name for this soup because it was AMAZING!!!! I loved having all those veggies and the lemon at the end gave it such a bright flavor. My 9 year old son had 3 bowls and said it was the best soup ever. We are already looking forward to leftovers tomorrow.”

    bowl of vegetable soup

    Curried Chickpea Salad

    Jenny says, “YUM! Super easy to make and full of flavor. I had dates instead of raisins and it was delicious.”

    bowl of chickpea salad with spoon

    Instant Pot Lentil Soup

    Joanne says, "I have made a lot of lentil soup in my day, but this is by far the best! Even my husband, who professes not to be a lentil lover, thought it was great!!"

    bowl of lentil soup with spoon

    Flourless Apple Cinnamon Muffins

    Jordan says, “I loved these muffins! I make the flourless pumpkin ones ALL the time, so these were a nice change up. I blended my ingredients in the blender-so easy!”

    three muffins stacked with bite taken out

    Banana Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

    Kelsy says, “These were so so good!! I’m breastfeeding so I also added some flax seed and brewers yeast to make them into a lactation cookie. I love the soft texture! These will be my new go to when I’ve got over ripe bananas to use up!”

    plate of two oatmeal raisin cookies

    Sweet Potato Black Bean Burgers with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

    Allyson says, “I have made many veggie burgers and can confirm this is a delicious, foolproof recipe! Simple ingredients, minimal steps, and the texture and taste is 10/10…”

    veggie burger on sesame bun

    Mint Chocolate Energy Bites

    Claire says, “These are such a yummy treat! Perfectly minty and chocolatey. I love all of your recipes. Thanks for producing content that is both healthy, mindful and tasty!”

    bowl of chocolate balls

    The Best Italian Dressing

    Katie says, “I keep coming back to this recipe. We’re over store bought dressings thanks to you!! I’ll throw in some slight changes based on what we have and yum every time!!”

    salad on a plate with fork

    Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Leigh says, “These were easy to make and really do melt in your mouth. They are super delicious!”

    wood board with chocolate chip cookies

    Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Pasta

    Sarah says, “This was SO delicious and flavorful and truly an easy weeknight meal! It was a big hit for the whole family, including our 4 year old! Will definitely make this again!”

    plate of butternut squash pasta with fork

    Mediterranean Chickpea and Farro Salad

    Suzanne says, “SO delicious and easy to make. Love having it in the fridge for a quick lunch!”

    white bowl of farro salad with fork

    Amazing Fluffy Cornbread Muffins

    Dylan says, “Yum! The perfect side to a big ole bowl of chili! I made these and loved the flavor that the cheddar added 🙂”

    cornbread muffins with butter

    Banana Zucchini Oatmeal Cups

    Bianca says, "I love how easy this recipe is and all of the options to modify it. I do not regret any of those chocolate chips! Hummusapien is my go to for recipes and this one does not disappoint. I love how portable and quick they are for busy mornings!"

    plate of oatmeal cups with almond butter

    Now tell me--what was YOUR favorite Hummusapien recipe in 2021?

    My top 5 favorites are..

    1. Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies
    2. Portobello Fajitas
    3. Favorite Hot Chocolate.
    4. Lemon Blueberry Pancakes
    5. Flourless Zucchini Muffins

    Cheers to 2022! Smooches!

    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Maclean Nash says

      January 03, 2022 at 5:29 pm

      I make a LOT of your recipes and every one is incredible! The one I came back to time and time again this year was your spinach and artichoke alfredo. Holy dina, restaurant worthy dish.
      I hope your 2022 is off to a great start! Thank you for your recipes, your honesty, and vulnerability.

      xo

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        January 03, 2022 at 10:09 pm

        You are the best, Maclean! I can't express how happy and full it makes me feel to know you love my recipes. Thanks SO much for being here. Cheers to 2022, XO!

        Reply
    2. Liz says

      December 30, 2021 at 2:20 pm

      One Bowl Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread
      I am not a vegan but I love this bread and it's easy to make. It keeps getting passed on to friends and friends of friends because it is so good.

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        January 03, 2022 at 10:12 pm

        SUCH A GOOD ONE!!!

        Reply
    3. Cheryl says

      December 29, 2021 at 5:33 pm

      Banana Oatmeal Raisin Cookies for the win!!! I take them with me to work almost every day! They freeze super well too!

      Reply
    4. Denise Siegel says

      December 29, 2021 at 4:38 pm

      Thanks so much, Alexis. You are simply THE BEST:)
      Seriously.....ALL of your recipes are delicious!
      Wishing you and your family much love and happiness in 2022.
      Denise

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        December 29, 2021 at 7:29 pm

        You're the sweetest, thanks a ton for being here Denise!!

        Reply
    5. Dylan says

      December 29, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      All such good recipes!

      My top 5 are:
      1. Portobello Fajitas (we make these every couple of weeks!)
      2. Mediterranean Chickpea and Farro Salad
      3. Curried Chickpea Salad
      4. Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
      5. Instant Pot Lentil Soup

      Reply

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