14 Flavorful Dishes We’re Cooking in May (And You Should, Too)

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Spring is here, and we’re cooking up a storm in May! From sweet treats like Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting to savory delights like Sesame Ginger Sweet Teriyaki Salmon with Garlic Quinoa Stir-fry, this month’s lineup is packed with dishes that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking to impress guests with a rich Beef Ragu or whip up something quick and easy like Tortilla Roll Ups, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to dig into 14 recipes that will make your May absolutely delicious!

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting

side angled photo of Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting
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These Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting are pecan pie, but in cupcake form! This recipe is the best bite-size Thanksgiving or Christmas dessert that your family and friends will surely love. These cupcakes are moist, rich, and full of pecan and chocolate flavors with a hint of bourbon!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Butter Pecan Frosting

Frozen Peanut Butter Cup Pie

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This frozen peanut butter cup pie is like a giant peanut butter cup, but in pie form! Made with healthier ingredients like roasted cashews, coconut, and sugar-free peanut butter, this dessert is both delicious and guilt-free. Top with dark chocolate and chopped nuts for the perfect finishing touch.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Easy Chocolate Cinnamon Crunch Knots

Easy Chocolate Cinnamon Crunch Knots
Photo credit: Half Baked Harvest

These Easy Chocolate Cinnamon Crunch Knots are a delightful treat that’s both simple to make and incredibly delicious. Enjoy them warm, with the chocolate still melty, for a perfect breakfast or dessert that’s sure to impress, especially on holidays like Easter and Mother’s Day!
Get the Recipe: Easy Chocolate Cinnamon Crunch Knots

Crockpot Beef Chili

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This Crockpot Beef Chili is the perfect autumn comfort food! With amazing flavors and aromas, this chili is sure to bring happy faces. The recipe is easy to follow and can be made in a slow cooker.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Beef Chili

Lemon Blueberry Cake

slice of cake consisting of three layers of lemon cake studded with blueberries layered with a homemade lemon icing
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This Lemon Blueberry Cake is the perfect dessert to welcome spring! The cake layers are bursting with juicy blueberries and are complemented perfectly by a refreshing lemon icing. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Cake

Blackberry Peach Arugula Salad

A white bowl filled with arugula, peach slices, blackberries, avocado pieces, red onion rings, pecans, and crumbled cheese. Wooden salad servers rest in the bowl.
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This Blackberry Peach Arugula Salad by Two Peas and Their Pod is not only gorgeous, but it is also the perfect salad for summer! It is fresh, hearty, and delicious with tart blackberries, juicy peaches, nutty farro, and creamy avocado. Top this salad with a honey lime dressing for the ultimate side dish.
Get the Recipe: Blackberry Peach Arugula Salad

Beer Cheese

Beer cheese dip recipe, prepared and served in a pot-bellied brown bowl, with soft pretzels in the background.
Photo credit: Baking a Moment

This Beer Cheese recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for any party or gathering! With just 5 simple ingredients and 10 minutes, you can whip up this savory dip. Pair it with pretzels, veggies, or your favorite dippers for a delicious snack.
Get the Recipe: Beer Cheese

Affogato

Affogato in a glass cup.
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Looking for a simple yet elegant dessert? Affogato is a classic Italian treat that combines creamy vanilla ice cream with a shot of hot espresso. It’s the perfect way to end a dinner party or enjoy a quick coffee break.
Get the Recipe: Affogato

Italian Beef Recipe

Italian beef.
Photo credit: The Big Man’s World

Craving an authentic Chicago-style Italian beef sandwich? This recipe delivers an epic, hot sandwich experience with multiple cooking options to suit your preference. Plus, it’s gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy a taste of Italy!
Get the Recipe: Italian Beef Recipe

Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

air fryer pork tenderloin.
Photo credit: The Big Man’s World

This air fryer pork tenderloin is a quick and easy dinner option that cooks in just 15 minutes. The pork is juicy, tender, and seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, making it a delicious main dish for any night of the week. Plus, it’s gluten-free and keto-friendly!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

Blueberry Cobbler

Two plates of blueberry cobbler with ice cream.
Photo credit: Culinary Hill

This easy Blueberry Cobbler recipe is the perfect way to enjoy fresh blueberries. The orange juice adds a bright flavor to this classic dessert, and it’s delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You’ll love how simple this recipe is to make!
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Cobbler

Tortilla Roll Ups (Ham and Cheese Pinwheels) Recipe

side view of several ham and cheese tortilla roll ups
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These Tortilla Roll Ups are the ultimate quick and easy appetizer! Cream cheese, ham, cheese, and ranch seasoning are rolled up in tortillas and sliced into perfect bite-sized pinwheels, making them ideal for any party or gathering.
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Beef Ragu

beef ragu in a white bowl with a fork.
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This hearty Beef Ragu recipe is the perfect comforting dish for a holiday dinner or special occasion. Tender chuck roast simmers in a rich tomato and red wine sauce, creating a deeply flavorful and satisfying meal served over pappardelle pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese for the ultimate Italian-inspired delight!
Get the Recipe: Beef Ragu

Junk Food Brownies

A dark chocolate-y, fudgy brownie, topped with pretzels, potato chips, peanuts, and caramel. These are completely over-the-top!
Photo credit: Baking a Moment

These Junk Food Brownies are the ultimate sweet and salty treat! Fudgy dark chocolate brownies are loaded with pretzels, potato chips, and peanuts, then drizzled with a rich, buttery caramel. This over-the-top dessert is perfect for satisfying all your cravings!
Get the Recipe: Junk Food Brownies

Sesame Ginger Sweet Teriyaki Salmon with Garlic Quinoa Stir-fry

Delicious sesame ginger sweet teriyaki salmon served with a veggie-packed garlic quinoa stir-fry. This bright, flavorful dish is perfect for meal prep and weeknight dinners.
Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

This Sesame Ginger Sweet Teriyaki Salmon recipe is bursting with flavor! The salmon is coated in a delicious teriyaki sauce and served alongside a garlic quinoa stir-fry, making it a complete and satisfying meal that’s both gluten and dairy-free. It’s also freezer-friendly, perfect for meal prepping or a quick weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Sesame Ginger Sweet Teriyaki Salmon with Garlic Quinoa Stir-fry

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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