We found the best Ohio recipes—all submitted by local home cooks. In this collection, you'll find favorites from the Buckeye state, like Cincinnati chili, pierogi and, of course, buckeyes.
The Best Recipes From Ohio
Updated Jan. 05, 2022
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Editor's Pick: Carrie's Cincinnati Chili
Every time we have a gathering or company, folks request this. My husband convinced me to enter it in a local chili contest, and I won third place! It's quick and easy. If I don't have fresh garlic, I use minced garlic from a jar. —Carrie Birdsall, Dallas, Georgia
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Editor's Pick: Buckeyes
Buckeyes are an Ohio-born treat that need just five ingredients. The hardest part of this recipe will be saving any buckeyes for your loved ones.
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Oktoberfest Pork Roast
This recipe was adapted from one my mom used to make when I was growing up. It has all of our favorite "fall" flavors, such as apples, pork roast, sauerkraut and potatoes. I often coat the slow cooker insert with cooking spray to prevent the potatoes and meat from sticking.—Tonya Swain, Seville, Ohio
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Chili Skillet
This hearty chili comes together quickly and is packed with vegetables, cheese and meat. It's an easy-to-prepare one-pan meal that you'll reach for on repeat in the fall and winter months.
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German Apple Cake (Apfelkuchen)
Embrace nostalgic flavors and homey feelings with German apple cake—an old-fashioned dessert that's so delicious, we keep making it today.
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Bavarian Pot Roast
Since all my grandparents were German, it's no wonder that so many Bavarian recipes have been handed down to me. Because the Midwest has such a large German population, I feel this recipe represents the area well. —Susan Robertson, Hamilton, Ohio
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German Potato Salad with Sausage
Hearty and saucy, this potato salad is an old family recipe that was updated using cream of potato soup to ease preparation. Despite the “salad” name, this is a hot and filling dish that brings comfort food to the supper. The sausage and sauerkraut give it a special zip. —Teresa McGill, Trotwood, Ohio
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Ice Cream Kolachkes
These sweet pastries have Polish and Czech roots and can also be spelled "kolaches." They are usually filled with poppy seeds, nuts, jam or a mashed fruit mixture. The ice cream is a unique twist on traditional kolachkes, and it's simplest to use a square cookie cutter to cut the dough. —Diane Turner, Brunswick, Ohio
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Editor's Pick: Cincinnati Chili Dogs
My in-laws are from Ohio, so we have Cincinnati chili at many of our family gatherings. I spiced up this family classic with cinnamon and cocoa powder and then ladled it over hot dogs. It's perfect for game day, tailgates and potlucks. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan
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German Chocolate Cake
German chocolate cake is a towering chocolate-coconut-pecan cake, perfect for your next baking affair.
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Editor's Pick: Amish Potato Bread
A tasty mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour and a small amount of mashed potatoes combine to give this golden bread its wonderful texture. The loaf is very moist and stays that way for days. —Sue Violette, Neillsville, Wisconsin
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Editor's Pick: German Noodle Bake
This is a recipe I serve each year for my holiday open house because everyone looks for it. Store-bought noodles can be substituted, but I prefer homemade noodles...and so does everyone else. —Kathleen Meineke, Cologne, New Jersey
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Editor's Pick: Homemade Polish Pierogies
This recipe for Polish pierogi is warm and chewy with a crisp exterior. It's simple and can be easily doubled to make more for the freezer.
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Editor's Pick: German Schnitzel and Potatoes with Gorgonzola Cream
I lived in Germany for five years and developed a fondness for traditional schnitzel. It’s a labor of love, so I came up with this easy, clever way to make it in a slow cooker. —Beth Taylor, Pleasant Grove, Utah
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Editor's Pick: Amish Apple Scrapple
The aroma of this when it's cooking at breakfast time takes me back to my days growing up in Pennsylvania. The recipe was a favorite at home and at church breakfasts. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
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Editor's Pick: Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
Our vanilla ice cream recipe is perfect for those who have never made ice cream in their life, as well as ice cream aficionados looking for a go-to, tried-and-true recipe to keep in their back pocket.
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Editor's Pick: Potluck German Apple Cake
My mother made this German apple cake for my brothers and me when we were kids. It's an excellent choice for a Christmas potluck or actually any time of year. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
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Editor's Pick: German Meatballs
Easy to make and tasty beside favorite sides like pretzels, potatoes and a fresh green salad, these German meatballs will be a new protein-rich staple in your home.
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Editor's Pick: German Red Cabbage
This inexpensive red cabbage recipe makes a tender, tasty vegetable side dish. It's traditionally German, but it pairs well with all kinds of foods, in every season.
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Editor's Pick: Kielbasa Hot Potato Slaw
I like the challenge of cooking lighter meals that pack big flavor. This one, which came from a dear friend, fits the bill. My son rated it a 10 out of 10! —Beverly Batty, Forest Lake, Minnesota
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Editor's Pick: Amish Potato Pancakes
I have always been fascinated with Amish culture, especially the cooking! I came across this old recipe years ago, and it's my husband's very favorite side dish. —Barbara Braatz, Greendale, Wisconsin
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Editor's Pick: Potato Kielbasa Skillet
This one-pan potato kielbasa skillet combines tender potatoes, smoky kielbasa and fresh spinach in a brown sugar sauce for a satisfying weeknight dinner that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. Serve it with a sauerkraut side to keep on theme.
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Editor's Pick: Zippy Breaded Pork Chops
Need a perky update for baked breaded pork chops? These chops with ranch dressing and a light breading will bring a delightful zing to your dinner table. —Ann Ingalls, Gladstone, Missouri
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Editor's Pick: Authentic German Potato Salad
The most popular salad at the table? Hot German potato salad with smoky bacon and a sweet-tangy dressing.
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Editor's Pick: German Potato Dumplings
Traditionally served with meat and gravy, German potato dumplings can also be served with a simple brown butter sauce or a tomato marinara.Originally Published: July 18, 2018
