12 Incredibly Simple 3-Ingredient Recipes That Still Taste Amazing!
Think you need a long ingredient list for a delicious meal? Think again! These 12 incredibly simple 3-ingredient recipes prove that less really can be more—without sacrificing flavor. Whether you’re craving a quick snack, a satisfying dinner, or a sweet treat, these easy recipes come together in no time. Get ready to whip up something amazing with just three simple ingredients!
Crock Pot Cranberry Meatballs

These Crock Pot Cranberry Meatballs are the perfect make-ahead appetizer but they also make a great main dish over rice with veggies on the side! With only 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time, they are easy enough for every day and delicious enough for a party! Sweet and tangy with just a hint of spice, they will elevate any event and have everyone asking for more.
Trader Joe’s Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
An easy, 3 ingredient, one pan meal, that takes less than 20 minutes start to finish?! You think I’m kidding, but this Trader Joe’s Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry checks all the boxes and tastes just like the Chinese takeout version.
3 Ingredient Drop Biscuits
These easy 3 ingredient drop biscuits are the fluffiest, most tender biscuits you can prepare in just 5 minutes no matter your baking experience! My incredibly tasty drop biscuits use self-rising flour that’s blended with butter and whole milk to create an amazing biscuit that’s sure to be a staple go-to recipe!
Crock Pot Pork Loin – BBQ Pulled Pork
Only 3 ingredients are needed for this easy crock pot pork loin BBQ. Make it shredded in the slow cooker with your favorite sauce. Pork loin makes amazing pulled pork so let me show you how!
Easy Cranberry Brie Bites – Only 3 Ingredients
Easy Cranberry Brie Bites are a quick, easy, make-ahead Thanksgiving and Christmas appetizer with only three ingredients. And the best part, these luscious bites of heaven take less than 15 minutes to prepare. Serve them next to my Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board for a festive and fun holiday gathering.
Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies
This Girl Scout s’mores cookie copycat recipe is easy to make with only 3 ingredients! Gooey marshmallow fluff is sandwiched between two graham crackers and dipped in melted chocolate for a large, rich cookie with a slightly soft crunch.
3 Ingredient Potato Soup
3 Ingredient Potato Soup is just as easy to make as the name implies and ready in less than 30 minutes. Oh, and it’s delicious!
3 Ingredient Honey Mustard
Honey Mustard is a very versatile condiment perfect for salads, sandwiches and dipping. Making your own at home is super easy and allows you to achieve the exact flavor you’re craving!
3-Ingredient Mango Pineapple Smoothie
This mango pineapple smoothie is incredibly creamy and refreshing. With just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to make, escape to the tropics with this easy recipe!
3 Ingredient Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup
This easy recipe for Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup is the perfect single serve low carb dessert. It uses 3 ingredients and can be made ahead of time and used as a sweet treat or a fat bomb that will keep you on track with only 4 net carbs.
3 Ingredient Nutella Brownies (Gluten Free)
Learn how to make Nutella brownies with just three simple ingredients! These delicious fudgy Nutella Brownies have a rich chocolate hazelnut flavor and are a quick and easy dessert to make that yields the best tasting chocolate treat that can easily be made gluten free!
3 Ingredient Ranch Chicken Fritters
This easy chicken fritters recipe may only requires 3 ingredients but they are packed with ranch flavor.