Desserts and drinks topped G&G’s most-clicked recipes of 2025: a margarita-paloma-mule mash-up, a cranberry old-fashioned, and buttermilk cornmeal sandwich cookies, among other inventive creations. Southern staples also made a showing, including cheese biscuits with country ham and the ultimate Lowcountry boil. Here are the twelve recipes that generated the most buzz this year.
A Two-Ingredient Old-Fashioned
A South Carolina bar gives the classic cocktail a European twist. Get the recipe.
A Chef’s Secret Ingredient for Thanksgiving Dressing
New Orleans culinary star Mason Hereford spent years perfecting this easy-to-make casserole, also known as Thanksgiving stuffing. Get the recipe.
Cheese Straw Biscuits with Country Ham
Tender, salty meat and tomato chutney–mustard butter tuck into plush, cheesy biscuits. Get the recipe.
The Brisita: Margarita, Mule, and Paloma Meet in One Breezy Cocktail
The Ariston in Nashville shakes up a handful of classics for its own tequila and Aperol–laden cooler. Get the recipe.
The Best Ever No-Bake Key Lime Pie
This simple version of a Florida classic pie has gained fans from around the world. Get the recipe.
How to Cook the Perfect Steak, According to a Meat Scientist
Read about the craveable reason behind her Just Keep Flipping method. Get the recipe.
The Ultimate Guide to an Unforgettable Lowcountry Boil
Shrimp, corn, and a sprinkling of strong opinions come together for an easy finger-food feast. Get the recipe.
Warm Up with the Richest, Creamiest Cup of Hot Chocolate
Two North Carolina chocolate makers share their go-to recipe for drinking chocolate—plus how they upgrade the classic with cayenne pepper, peanut butter, cinnamon, or all three. Get the recipe.
This Southern favorite gets a revamp from a handful of nuts and a sticky-sweet vanilla glaze. Get the recipe.
Got Leftover Cranberry Sauce? Mix Up a Cranberry Old-Fashioned
Kentucky chef Sara Bradley shares the recipe for her family’s cozy post-Thanksgiving treat. Get the recipe.
A buttermilk cream cheese icing gilds the ultimate fall dessert. Get the recipe.
The Buttermilk Cornmeal Cookie Sandwiches of Our Dreams
A nostalgic dessert and creativity combine for a modern treat with old-school roots. Get the recipe.
