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Our 25 best recipes of 2016

The results are in! From chicken stew to streusel-topped coffee cake, these are the recipes you loved most this year.
Our 25 best recipes of 2016

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Top 2016 recipes

25: Raspberry and streusel coffee cake

The name’s a bit misleading: These casual, not-too-sweet cakes aren’t coffee-flavoured, they’re meant to be enjoyed with coffee instead. Get the recipe.

Raspberry and Streusel Coffee CakePhoto, Erik Putz.

24: Pretzel toffee crack

The dessert you didn't know you needed in your life. Crunchy pretzels, chewy caramel and decadent chocolate make it irresistible. Get the recipe.

Pretzel toffee crack with pistachios holiday dessert recipesPhoto, Liam Morgan.

23: Buttermilk biscuits with cheddar and onion

Flaky and light, these buttery biscuits are the perfect addition to a roast dinner. Get the recipe.

Flaky buttermilk biscuits with cheddar and onionPhoto, Erik Putz.

22: Nutty chicken stew with squash

A cozy, nutty chicken stew to warm you up on the coldest of nights. Get the recipe.

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Best recipes of 2016: Nutty chicken and squash stewPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

21: Carrot and parsnip casserole

The holiday casserole to end all casseroles. Get the recipe.

carrot and parsnip casserolePhoto, Erik Putz.

20: Best blueberry pie

A classic that should be made every time you can get your hands on fresh, wild blueberries. Get the recipe.

Best blueberry piePhoto, Roberto Caruso.

19: Classic butter scones

The key to perfect scones is cold, grated butter — it’s what creates those beautiful flaky layers you love. Get the recipe.

Classic butter sconesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

18: Cinnamon twist wreath

This sweet dough (also used in our cinnamon buns) comes together easily with brown sugar, cinnamon and a twist. Get the recipe.

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Cinnamon twist bread recipePhoto, Erik Putz.

17: Lamingtons

These fluffy little snacking cakes drenched in coconut and chocolate are a must-try (if you haven't already). Get the recipe.

LamingtonsPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

16: White bean and tomato soup

A creamy soup that makes the most of yesterday’s leftovers. Get the recipe.

Soup with white beans and tomato soupPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

15: Homemade cranberry sauce recipe

Skip the canned stuff — this homemade sauce comes together in a flash and is far superior. Get the recipe.

Homemade cranberry saucePhoto, Erik Putz.

14: Stir fry with coconut chicken broccoli

Whisk. Toss. Fry. This sweet stir-fry is a breeze to whip up – perfect for those Friday nights when you’re looking for something simple to make. Get the recipe.

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Stir fry recipes: coconut chicken and broccoliPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

13: Cottage pie with celery root mash

A one-pan wonder that uses a creamy, out-of-this-world celery-root mash on top. Get the recipe.

Cottage Pie with Celery Root MashPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

12: Slow cooker barley squash risotto

This shortcut risotto uses the slowcooker, so you don't have constantly stir the pot. It also gets a rustic, harvest-fresh finish (perfect for any night of the week) with sautéed mushrooms, creamy squash and fried sage. Get the recipe.

Slow cooker barley squash risottoPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

11: Middle Eastern fattoush

Sometimes you just want a break from lettuce. This fattoush, a pita, chickpea, cucumber, tomato and herb-based salad, packs plenty of colour, and no romaine. Get the recipe.

Recipes for Ramadan: Middle Eastern FattoushPhoto, Erik Putz.

10: Cinnamon buns

A pan of buttery-rich cinnamon rolls is the perfect weekend treat. Get the recipe.

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Cinnamon BunsPhoto, Erik Putz.

9: Butterflied roast turkey with gravy

Thanks to the spatchcock prep technique, this turkey is super juicy with perfectly browned skin—and it cooks in half the time! Get the recipe.

Thanksgiving turkey recipes: Butterflied roast turkey with gravyPhoto, Erik Putz.

8: Glazed lemon-poppyseed loaf

A moist and citrusy dessert loaf everyone will devour in record time. Get the recipe.

Glazed lemon-poppyseed loafPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

7: Oatmeal-raisin cookies

An old-fashioned classic to make you nostalgic, these cookies are chewy perfection. Get the recipe.

Oatmeal-raisin cookiesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

6: Maple custard oatmeal

This sweet maple oatmeal is thick like a custard and packed with protein thanks to the eggs that are whisked in with the milk. Get the recipe.

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Maple custard oatmealPhoto, Erik Putz.

5: Toasted coconut cupcakes

These extra-coconutty treats are one of our favourite cupcakes to date! Get the recipe.

Perfectly shaped cupcakes: Toasted coconut cupcakesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

4: Maple syrup butter tart squares

No time to make individual butter tarts? These squares are a close second in our books. Get the recipe.

Maple syrup butter tart squaresPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

3: Skillet chocolate chip cookie

An incredibly easy (and impressive) winter dessert. Get the recipe.

Cookie recipes: Skillet chocolate chip cookie

2: Nordic potato salad

Sometimes you just want a break from romaine. This satisfying salad packs plenty of colour and flavour — but no lettuce. Get the recipe.

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No lettuce salads: Nordic Potato SaladPhoto, Erik Putz.

1: Breakfast power bars

Just toss everything in a blender to get these no-bake breakfast bars. (Tuck one of these in your purse or gym bag and you'll never buy the packaged ones again.) Get the recipe.

Breakfast Power BarsPhoto, Erik Putz.

More:
14 creative ways to use up the turkey leftovers
12 no-bake desserts for the holidays
12 one-pan recipes to make dinner easier

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