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17 Baked Recipes That Prove the Oven Is Your Secret Superpower

Published: Oct 30, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Some people use their oven for storage—others use it to make greatness. These 17 baked recipes are all the proof you need that good things happen when you let the oven do the work. From bubbling casseroles and crispy bakes to sweet desserts that’ll make your house smell amazing, each recipe is comfort food at its finest. Less stirring, more baking, and all the flavor you could ever want.

Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Zucchini with Ground Beef in a casserole dish with a spoon.
Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This delicious Keto Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is incredibly easy to make! It's a cheesy beef and zucchini casserole that's perfect for any night of the week!
Get the Recipe: Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (no breading)

Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole in a black casserole dish with parsley and a spoon.
Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (no breading). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

his Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu is a tasty twist on your traditional breaded chicken cordon bleu. It's a deliciously creamy comfort food casserole that is perfect for an easy keto dinner!
Get the Recipe: Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (no breading)

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch with cauliflower, cheese, and parsley in a white casserole dish with a wooden spoon.
Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Keto chicken bacon ranch casserole is a cheesy dish that everyone will love! With minimal ingredients, this tasty dish is a quick and easy dinner option.
Get the Recipe: Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Drop Biscuits with Orange Honey Butter

Drop Biscuits with Orange Honey Butter. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Drop Biscuits with Orange Honey Butter offer a delightful twist on a classic, ready in under 30 minutes. These quick and easy biscuits require no rolling or cutting, and when paired with the sweet citrus-infused honey butter, they become irresistible. The main ingredients include flour, baking powder, and buttermilk, creating a fluffy and light texture.
Get the Recipe: Drop Biscuits with Orange Honey Butter

Mini Apple Pies

Mini Apple Pies. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Apples and dates meet sugar and spice in these bite sized mini apple pies. A delightfully simple way to satisfy your holiday sweet tooth.
Get the Recipe: Mini Apple Pies

Spiced Shortbread Cookies

A white plate of a line of Spiced Shortbread Cookies lined up.
Spiced Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Buttery shortbread cookies with a hint ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice. The warming spices in these Spiced Shortbread cookies will make you feel warm and cozy with the best flavors of the season.
Get the Recipe: Spiced Shortbread Cookies

Lemon Sugar Cookies

A stack of three lemon sugar cookies with one cookie leaning against the stack, in front of jars of milk.
Lemon Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Lemon sugar cookies are lushly lemon and slightly sweet with a crisp, crunchy bottom and soft top.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Sugar Cookies

Argentinian alfajores recipe

Alfajores on marble plate with coffee.
Argentinian alfajores recipe. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

A traditional Latin American sandwich cookie that will melt in your mouth, this gluten free and dairy-free alfajores cookie recipe will leave you wanting more. The delicious caramel-like Argentinian gluten free alfajores are made with cornstarch and filled with creamy dulce de leche or Meyer lemon curd.
Get the Recipe: Argentinian alfajores recipe

Argentinian Empanadas

Empanadas on a plate.
Argentinian Empanadas. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Authentic Argentinian vegetarian empanadas are flaky, baked hand pies with three vegetarian fillings - including a vegan empanada option.
Get the Recipe: Argentinian Empanadas

Bosnian Pita Pie

Cheesy cinnamon rolls in a white baking dish.
Bosnian Pita Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Handmade dough is stretched into a paper-thin, translucent pastry, stuffed with various fillings and rolled into traditional Bosnian pita pie.
Get the Recipe: Bosnian Pita Pie

Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Honey Garlic

Roasted sweet potatoes with feta and walnuts.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Honey Garlic. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

This recipe offers a delicious side dish of roasted sweet potatoes flavored with honey, garlic, walnuts, and feta. It's a great choice for cyclical meal plans, providing a blend of nutrients and flavors. While not strictly due to the carbs in sweet potatoes, it's packed with health benefits, including vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as minerals like iron and potassium.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Honey Garlic

Shortbread Cookies

A white plate with cookies on it.
Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These cookies are a low-carb twist on the holiday classic. They're rich, buttery, and can be enjoyed plain or dipped in chocolate. The recipe is easy, using common kitchen ingredients. These shortbread cookies provide a festive and tasty option for those following a ketogenic diet.
Get the Recipe: Shortbread Cookies

Single Serve Chocolate Brownies

A brownie with chocolate chips and a glass of milk.
Single Serve Chocolate Brownies. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Shakeology brownies are not only delicious but a healthy treat that can be enjoyed completely guilt free. Not that there should ever be guilt, but you know what I mean!
Get the Recipe: Single Serve Chocolate Brownies

Cinnamon Pie

A slice of cinnamon pie on a cake slice over the remaining pie.
Cinnamon Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Have you ever tasted a slice of heaven? Well, you're in for a treat! Our cinnamon pie is the perfect mix of sweet and spicy, with a crispy crust and a gooey center that will leave you craving for more. Perfect for the holidays, and leftovers taste just as great the next day.

Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Pie

Chocolate Pie

A slice of chocolate pie with a swirl of whipped cream.
Chocolate Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This easy make ahead chocolate pie recipe is the perfect dessert for any occasion! It's quick and easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time so you can enjoy it even more! This delicious pie is made with a rich chocolate filling and topped with whipped cream. It'll be a real hit with everyone at your next gathering!

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Pie

Mississippi Mud Pie

A slice of Mississippi mud pie on a plate.
Mississippi Mud Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This Mississippi mud pie recipe is perfect for anyone who loves rich, chocolatey desserts. The best part? It's easy to make, and even easier to eat! With a creamy filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust, this pie is going to be a real hit with everyone at your next party or gathering!

Get the Recipe: Mississippi Mud Pie

Raspberry Crumb Cake

A piece of cranberry crumb cake on a plate.
Raspberry Crumb Cake. Photo credit: Bake What You Love.

This Raspberry Crumb Cake can effortlessly transition from a brunch star to a delightful dessert. Pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. For a brunch spread, accompany it with a savory quiche and fresh fruit salad. The cake’s versatile nature makes it a perfect fit for any meal.


Get the Recipe: Raspberry Crumb Cake

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