Best 5 ingredient recipes

Our 40 highest-rated 5 ingredient recipes, updated for 2026

3 Ingredient Nutella Mug Cake

This 3 ingredient Nutella mug cake combines Nutella, an egg, and flour to create a rich chocolatey d...

4 min · 380 cal · 9g protein · American

3 Ingredient Shortbread Cookies

These classic 3 ingredient shortbread cookies are made with just butter, powdered sugar, and flour f...

28 min · 118 cal · 1g protein · Scottish

3 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge

This 3 ingredient chocolate fudge uses chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter to crea...

125 min · 145 cal · 2g protein · American

3 Ingredient No Churn Ice Cream

This 3 ingredient no churn ice cream combines heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, and va...

370 min · 290 cal · 4g protein · American

3 Ingredient Oreo Fudge

This 3 ingredient Oreo fudge brings together white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and cr...

125 min · 162 cal · 2g protein · American

3 Ingredient Coconut Macaroons

These 3 ingredient coconut macaroons combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla...

25 min · 98 cal · 1g protein · American

3 Ingredient Chocolate Mousse

This luxurious 3 ingredient chocolate mousse uses dark chocolate, heavy cream, and eggs to create an...

135 min · 385 cal · 7g protein · French

3 Ingredient Frozen Berry Yogurt

This refreshing 3 ingredient frozen berry yogurt blends mixed berries, Greek yogurt, and honey into ...

250 min · 115 cal · 6g protein · American

3 Ingredient Egg in a Hole

This 3 ingredient egg in a hole recipe transforms simple bread, eggs, and butter into a crispy golde...

7 min · 210 cal · 9g protein · American

#10

3 Ingredient Basic Omelette

This 3 ingredient basic omelette relies on eggs, butter, and a pinch of chives to deliver a silky, c...

8 min · 220 cal · 13g protein · French

#11

3 Ingredient Classic French Crepes

These 3 ingredient classic French crepes use only eggs, flour, and milk to create paper-thin, delica...

20 min · 230 cal · 10g protein · French

#12

3 Ingredient Crispy Hash Browns

These 3 ingredient crispy hash browns use russet potatoes, onion, and oil to create perfectly golden...

22 min · 190 cal · 3g protein · American

#13

3 Ingredient Avocado Toast

This 3 ingredient avocado toast layers creamy ripe avocado over crispy toasted sourdough and finishe...

5 min · 250 cal · 5g protein · American

#14

3 Ingredient Chia Seed Pudding

This 3 ingredient chia seed pudding combines chia seeds, coconut milk, and honey into a thick and cr...

5 min · 280 cal · 6g protein · American

#15

3 Ingredient French Toast

This 3 ingredient French toast dips thick brioche slices in a simple egg and milk custard and cooks ...

13 min · 340 cal · 12g protein · French

#16

3 Ingredient Yogurt Parfait

This 3 ingredient yogurt parfait layers creamy Greek yogurt, fresh mixed berries, and crunchy granol...

5 min · 290 cal · 18g protein · American

#17

3 Ingredient Fluffy Waffles

These 3 ingredient fluffy waffles rely on self-rising flour, eggs, and buttermilk to produce tall an...

15 min · 310 cal · 11g protein · American

#18

3 Ingredient Cinnamon Oatmeal

This 3 ingredient cinnamon oatmeal combines rolled oats, cinnamon, and brown sugar into a warm and c...

6 min · 220 cal · 6g protein · American

#19

3 Ingredient Pesto Pasta

This 3 ingredient pesto pasta combines al dente pasta with vibrant basil pesto and freshly grated Pa...

15 min · 480 cal · 16g protein · Italian

#20

3 Ingredient Garlic Butter Shrimp

This 3 ingredient garlic butter shrimp recipe transforms plump juicy shrimp into an irresistible din...

13 min · 220 cal · 24g protein · American

#21

3 Ingredient Teriyaki Salmon

This 3 ingredient teriyaki salmon uses salmon fillets glazed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce fo...

17 min · 310 cal · 34g protein · Japanese

#22

3 Ingredient Cacio e Pepe

This 3 ingredient cacio e pepe is the ultimate Roman pasta dish made exclusively with pasta, Pecorin...

17 min · 510 cal · 20g protein · Italian

#23

3 Ingredient Chicken Quesadilla

This 3 ingredient chicken quesadilla delivers crispy golden tortillas stuffed with tender chicken an...

13 min · 420 cal · 32g protein · Mexican

#24

3 Ingredient Ravioli Bake

This 3 ingredient ravioli bake layers store-bought ravioli with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese...

40 min · 490 cal · 24g protein · Italian

#25

3 Ingredient Macaroni and Cheese

This 3 ingredient macaroni and cheese uses elbow macaroni, sharp cheddar cheese, and whole milk to c...

20 min · 560 cal · 24g protein · American

#26

3 Ingredient Italian Chicken Bake

This 3 ingredient Italian chicken bake coats juicy chicken breasts in Italian dressing and tops them...

35 min · 320 cal · 40g protein · Italian

#27

3 Ingredient Salsa Chicken

This 3 ingredient salsa chicken simmers tender chicken breasts in bold chunky salsa and tops them wi...

30 min · 290 cal · 38g protein · Mexican

#28

3 Ingredient Green Curry Tofu

This 3 ingredient green curry tofu simmers crispy golden tofu in rich coconut milk green curry sauce...

30 min · 280 cal · 14g protein · Thai

#29

3 Ingredient Caprese Skewers

These 3 Ingredient Caprese Skewers combine fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil for a stunni...

10 min · 120 cal · 8g protein · Italian

#30

3 Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Dates

These 3 Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Dates combine sweet Medjool dates, crispy bacon, and creamy goat ch...

30 min · 210 cal · 7g protein · American

#31

3 Ingredient Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

These 3 Ingredient Buffalo Cauliflower Bites use cauliflower florets, hot sauce, and butter to creat...

35 min · 140 cal · 4g protein · American

#32

3 Ingredient Garlic Parmesan Wings

These 3 Ingredient Garlic Parmesan Wings feature crispy chicken wings tossed in a rich garlic butter...

55 min · 380 cal · 28g protein · American

#33

3 Ingredient Loaded Potato Skins

These 3 Ingredient Loaded Potato Skins use russet potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and crispy baco...

75 min · 290 cal · 12g protein · American

#34

3 Ingredient Pigs in a Blanket

These 3 Ingredient Pigs in a Blanket wrap smoky mini sausages in flaky crescent roll dough for a tim...

25 min · 240 cal · 7g protein · American

#35

3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip

This 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip layers canned chili and cream cheese under a blanket of melted sh...

25 min · 260 cal · 10g protein · Tex-Mex

#36

3 Ingredient Mini Stuffed Peppers

These 3 Ingredient Mini Stuffed Peppers fill sweet mini bell peppers with herbed cream cheese and cr...

30 min · 180 cal · 8g protein · American

#37

3 Ingredient French Onion Dip

This 3 Ingredient French Onion Dip combines deeply caramelized onions, sour cream, and cream cheese ...

45 min · 150 cal · 3g protein · American

#38

3 Ingredient Fried Cheese Rolls

These 3 Ingredient Fried Cheese Rolls wrap gooey melted mozzarella in crispy egg roll wrappers fried...

20 min · 310 cal · 14g protein · American

#39

3 Ingredient Tomato Soup

This 3 Ingredient Tomato Soup uses canned tomatoes, onion, and cream to create a silky and satisfyin...

25 min · 180 cal · 3g protein · American

#40

3 Ingredient Glazed Carrots

These 3 Ingredient Glazed Carrots combine fresh carrots, honey, and butter into a beautifully carame...

20 min · 130 cal · 1g protein · American