As a busy mom, I don’t have that much time to make something with a million different ingredients and steps. I need a recipe that my family and I will love, that I can put together in 30 min or less, and that I will hopefully make again and again. These 30 recipes with only 3 ingredients check all of those boxes for me. What sounds easier than a recipe that only has three elements to it? If you are anything like me, you will really love these recipes.
30 Recipes with only 3 Ingredients
1. 3-Ingredient Reese’s Fudge: Smooth, creamy, and delicious. This easy Reese’s Fudge is the best! (via Butter with a Side of Bread)
2. Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches: Nothing like a good pulled pork sandwich. Make this 3-ingredient recipe in a slow cooker for a hungry crowd! (via The Girl Who Ate Everything)
3. Crock Pot Grape Jelly & BBQ Meatballs: How yummy do these meatballs sound? This recipe will become a family favorite! (via I Heart Naptime)
4. 3-Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce Recipe: Skip the Chinese take-out and make this orange chicken recipe with just three ingredients. Easy as that and totally delicious. (via Crafty Morning)
5. 3-Ingredient Buttery Shortbread Cookies: This is the only cookie recipe you’ll need for the holidays. It’s super simple and tastes amazing. (via Chew Out Loud)
6. Easy 3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse: Whip up this chocolate mousse in less than five minutes. It’s a light dessert but will definitely satisfy that sweet tooth. (via Kitchen Cents)
7. Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies: Can you believe these cookies only have three ingredients? Can’t wait to try this recipe. (via Crunchy Creamy Sweet)
More Recipes with 3 Ingredients
8. 3-Ingredient Brown Sugar Italian Pork Chops: These pork chops are packed with flavor with only three ingredients. (via Plain Chicken)
9. 3 Ingredient Paleo Naan: Eat this paleo naan on the side of some yummy Indian food. (via My Heart Beets)
10. Classic French Crepes: What’s for breakfast? These French crepes. They are easy and and the fillings you can put in them are endless. (via Cooks Recipe Collection)
11. Three Ingredient Breakfast Cookies: These simple cookies are the perfect on-the-go breakfast idea. A recipe the whole family will love. (via Pint Sized Treasures)
12. 3-Ingredient Banana Pancakes: Can someone come over and make me an extra large stack of these pancakes? These look and sound amazing. (via Eugenie Kitchen)
13. Banana Cinnamon Rolls: These mini cinnamon rolls are healthier because they are made with only fruit. You’re going to love them. (via Feasting on Fruit)
14. 3-Ingredient Breakfast Skillet: Healthy breakfast that can be made in minutes and can feed the whole family. (via Lexi’s Clean Kitchen)
15. 3 Ingredient OREO White Chocolate Fudge: You’ve got to be crazy to not love this OREO fudge recipe. This dessert is right up my ally. (via The Happier Homemaker)
16. 3 Ingredient Pineapple Dole Whip: If you’ve ever been to Disneyland then you know about their pineapple Dole whip dessert. Make your own with this 3-ingredient recipe! (via Smart Nutrition)
17. 3-Ingredient Nutella Truffles: I love anything that has Nutella in it. Can’t wait to try these chocolatey trifles. (via Crazy for Crust)
18. 3 Ingredient Roasted Potatoes with Crunchy Onions: I can almost smell these roasted potatoes through the computer screen. They look amazing. A perfect dinner side dish with three ingredients. (via The Food Charlatan)
19. 3-Ingredient Twice-Baked Spaghetti Squash Recipe: This healthier version of spaghetti is made with squash and it’s super yummy. (via Home Cooking Memories)
More 3 Ingredient Recipes
20. 3-Ingredient Hummus-Crusted Chicken: This chicken is versatile, packed with flavor, and the easiest dinner to make. (via Simply Sissom)
21. 3-Ingredient Easy Potato Soup: This soup is perfect for those colder months coming up. Comforting soup with only three ingredients? Yes, please. (via A Mom’s Take)
22. Chili Cheese Dip: This chili cheese dip is a total touchdown! It will wow your friends and family. (via Mom Endeavors)
23. 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Taco Chicken: Nothing better than throwing everything into the crockpot and dinner being ready a few hours later. I love this taco chicken recipe. (via Kristine’s Kitchen)
24. 3-Ingredient Mini Stuffed Peppers: I love how colorful these stuffed peppers are. These make a great party snack. (via A Spicy Perspective)
25. Easy Mini Egg Salad Sliders: Everyone loves a good egg salad sandwich. These are great for taking on picnics. (via Real Housemoms)
26. Taco Lime Grilled Chicken: Grill up a bunch of this lime chicken to put into yummy tacos. Zesty, super easy, and full of yum. (via Closet Cooking)
27. 3-Ingredient Flourless Chocolate Cake: Decadent, delicious, and perfect for two- this dessert has it all! (via Kirbie’s Cravings)
28. 3 Ingredient Flourless Peanut Butter Mug Cake: Mug cakes are the best for those late night cravings. Make this one in under five minutes with only three ingredients. (via Kirbie’s Cravings)
29. Easy Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe: This ice cream recipe is super easy because it’s no churn and you only need three things to make it. Plus it’s TASTY! (via Best Recipe Box)
30. Easy, Three Ingredient Cinnamon Rolls: Your family will fall in love with these cinnamon rolls for breakfast. They are fluffy, sweet, and mind-blowing delicious. (via Love of Family and Home)
I hope at least one or two of these recipes catches your eye. Have fun trying and cooking all of these 3-ingredient meals, desserts, snacks, and side dishes.
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