Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites

Man, when did Dunkin get so good at making these coffee drinks? This copycat Coolatta uses a bit of almond extract with chilled coffee to blend up a refreshing pick-me-up.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The secret to Popeye's tender biscuits? That's right, sour cream and lemon-lime soda. That plus a few more ingredients is all you need to whip up this copycat recipe.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, ground beef, salt, onion, chili powder, ketchup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Make these famous Boston Market potato wedges in your own kitchen. You won't know you're not sitting in the restaurant.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cheesy? Check. Creamy? Check. Just like Boston Market's famous mac and cheese? Make this copycat recipe and let the kudos roll in.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Copy your favorite dip from TGIFriday's with this easy to make recipe. It's a party favorite and can even be made in the microwave.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Unveil the secret of the double-decker delight with this Pizza Hut Insider Pizza recipe. It's a cheesy, crusty marvel that's part engineering feat, part culinary genius.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat A&W hot dog sauce features a blend of ring bologna, onion, and green bell pepper simmered with tomato juice and ketchup for a savory condiment.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

KFC may be known for fried chicken (it is in their name, after all) but don't knock their rotisserie until you try it. Or try the copycat, at least.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Luby's Cafeteria makes a delicious tetrazzini that you can copy at home with this recipe. It's a great way to use leftover chicken (or turkey).

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with buttermilk, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, lard

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Better than store bought: make your own taco seasoning with just a few simple ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

For anyone missing the flavors of Don Pablo's, this corn cake recipe delivers a comforting taste of tradition with just a few ingredients.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This copycat recipe tastes just like the rotisserie chicken from Boston Market, but it's a fraction of the price. Serve this chicken with some roasted potatoes...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Skip the grocery store and make your own homemade version of A-1 Steak Sauce. It can be used as a sauce for meats (like steak!) or added to marinades (try it with chicken).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

When is the last time you had a classic cream soda? This homemade batch made with vanilla, sugar and club soda is a great beverage on its own or makes a fabulous float with vanilla...


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, cabbage, green bell pepper, onion, carrot, salad dressing


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with half and half, heavy or whipping cream, sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy version of the popular Archway brand cookies that uses a lemon cake mix for the base.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a delicious homemade version of your favorite candy? Made with just a few simple ingredients, these candies are incredibly easy to make and taste just like the real...

Method:   microwave
Time:   1-2 hours

Domino's offers a sweet treat of oven baked breadsticks sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar that are served with a sweet vanilla dipping sauce. Copy it at home with this oh-so-easy...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Remember these classic chocolate chip cookies? They are packed with semisweet chocolate, coconut, and pecans. Go ahead, make a big batch, they freeze great.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Chopped, sauteed greens mixed with a roux and three types of cheeses may be the furthest spinach has ever strayed from a salad bowl.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

For those who appreciate traditional flavors, this recipe for Pepperidge Farm's ginger man cookies marries molasses and a mix of warming spices to create a stand-out...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with fish or shrimp, Bisquick, pancake mix, club soda

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

A copycat version of Borden's brand of sweetened condensed milk. Made with nonfat dry milk powder, sugar, water, and butter.


Time:   1-2 hours

Make your own Magic Shell ice cream topping. The chocolate syrup-like sauce hardens when it hits the ice cream making a crunchy shell.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

What if you could make fresh pizza crust ahead of time, and have your bread machine could do most of the work for you? These make-ahead, freeze-ahead Boboli crusts just brought...

Method:   bread machine, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

A deliciously simply one pot Cajun creation. Thanks to the ground beef it's super satisfying, while Creole seasoning along with diced peppers and onions give it that comfort food...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with chili powder, cumin, paprika, ground coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, crushed red pepper, dried oregano


Time:   under 30 minutes

Nothing beats milk and cookies for a sweet dose of nostalgia. If you're looking for a fat-free fix, these copycat oatmeal raisin cookies like Entenmann's...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Craving the cole slaw from the family-style restaurant, Bob Evans? Serve up this copycat version at home now that you know the secret ingredient!


Time:   2-5 hours

A great coffee cake is all about that crucial crumbly topping. This Starbucks copycat nails it, mixing chopped pecans into the brown sugar-cinnamon crumb.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This colorful stew named for American country singer, Merle Haggard's song "Rainbow Stew", is loaded with sausage, chicken, beans, and fresh vegetables.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

If you're craving comfort food, you can't go wrong with KFC-style macaroni and cheese. This recipe brings the creamy goodness right to your kitchen.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Prepare to be initiated into the delicious monte cristo world of fried turkey, ham, and cheese sandwiches topped with powdered sugar and raspberry jam.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with honey, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, shortening, cream of tartar, whole milk, butter

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Rum, ginger, and pineapple bring a full spectrum of island flavor to these simple, baked pork chops.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This pecan pie recipe, inspired by Colonel Sanders, brings together familiar ingredients in a way that's both simple and effective. It's a classic holiday dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Ready for a fun kitchen project? These copycat Oreo cookies from cake mix are a great way to channel your inner baker while keeping it simple and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Make your favorite Chinese restaurant orange chicken, at home! Tender pieces of fried chicken are coated in a sweet and sour orange sauce. Serve with rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Make your own version of the popular drink from Starbucks made with apple juice, cinnamon syrup, whipped cream, and caramel syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Replicate Starbucks' iconic frozen coffee frappuccino at home. This simple recipe uses cold brewed coffee, low-fat milk, sugar, and ice, blended to a smooth, frosty...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Great texture in this ice cream and the flavor bursts of cherry and chocolate are nothing to sneeze at.


Time:   2-5 hours

A go-to seasoning is never a bad thing to have on hand. Packed full of herbs and spices, this healthy blend makes seasoning a breeze.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat planter's trail mix features a fun mix of textures and tastes, combining various nuts with the sweetness of chocolate and dried fruit.


Time:   under 30 minutes

One of the most loved foods on the menu at Bill Knapp's was their cheesy potatoes. The restaurants are long gone but you can bring back the dish for your family with...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This delightful homemade Febreze is sure to leave your fabrics smelling fresh and fabulous. Simply spray on any fabrics that need a little refreshment and enjoy the amazing smell.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Ever wondered how to achieve that signature burger flavor at home? These Hardee's-inspired burgers bring that delicious grilled taste to your kitchen with a handful of...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Treat yourself to Ben & Jerry's Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies, featuring a big, doughy bite that's hard to resist. This recipe is easy enough for beginners...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes