260 crispy recipes

Bacon-wrapped spinach balls stuffed with herb stuffing, sausage, Parmesan, and eggs. These bite-sized appetizers bake up crispy on the outside and savory-soft inside, guaranteed to vanish at any party.

Crispy baked samosa logs filled with curried cauliflower, peas, and coconut, rolled in whole-wheat chapatis and served with a fruit-sweetened tomato chutney. A lighter spin on the Indian classic.

Teriyaki-glazed beef burgers topped with juicy pineapple rings, red onion, and lettuce, served alongside crispy baked potato nuggets. A sweet-savory island twist on burger night, ready in 45 minutes.

Crispy baked vegan burgers made from mashed zucchini, tahini, sesame seeds, sunflower seed meal, and cornmeal with sautéed garlic, onions, and carrots. Plant-powered patties with serious crunch and savory depth.

Crispy Parmesan sesame bread sticks made from sliced white bread, brushed with margarine and baked until golden. A quick, crunchy snack with only four ingredients that's ready in under 30 minutes.

Potato burgers made with grated potatoes, onion, and whole wheat flour. A 4-ingredient vegan patty with crispy edges and a tender center, ready in 20 minutes with no oil needed.

The original 1939 Nestle Toll House chocolate chip cookie recipe, straight from Ruth Wakefield's kitchen. Butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and semi-sweet chips with chopped walnuts. Makes 100 cookies with crispy edges and chewy, melty centers.

Braised beef short ribs coated in Dijon mustard and crispy breadcrumbs, served over a hearty ragout of butternut squash, chickpeas, and kale. Slow-cooked in porter beer with garlic and brown sugar.

Cajun dirty rice with chopped shrimp, red onion, garlic, green onions, parsley, and red pepper, finished in the oven with butter for a crispy top. A Louisiana classic with a seafood twist.

A legendary chocolate chip cookie loaded with oat flour, grated chocolate bar, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts. Inspired by the famous Neiman Marcus recipe, this version makes 5 dozen crispy-edged gems.

Crispy coconut-breaded shrimp with curry and cayenne heat, double-dipped in honey egg wash, deep-fried golden, and served with a fresh pineapple-orange-jicama relish. Restaurant-quality appetizer at home.

Baked tofu balls packed with walnuts, Italian herbs, and a punch of Dijon and sesame oil. Golden, crispy outside with a tender center. Makes 3 dozen for snacking, subs, or pasta night.

Crispy-edged oatmeal chocolate chip cookies with pecans, made with shortening for that old-school chew. Three cups of oats, loads of brown sugar, and five dozen reasons to preheat your oven.

Lo bak go (turnip cake) loaded with Cantonese sausage and dried shrimp, steamed until silky and firm. Slice and pan-fry for golden crispy edges that make this dim sum classic irresistible.

Golden cod baked over crispy fried potato strips with shredded salt cod simmered in half-and-half and onions, topped with beaten egg and baked until golden. A Portuguese-inspired bacalhau casserole.

A simple whole wheat bread machine recipe with just honey, flour, water, salt, and yeast. This rustic peasant loaf has a hearty crumb, nutty whole grain flavor, and a crispy, golden-brown crust.