Oktoberfest Recipes

Looking for Oktoberfest food ideas? Celebrate in true Bavarian style with these traditional German recipes for sauerbraten, spaetzle, pretzels, desserts and more.

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    Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Pumpkin Waffles

    3 reviews

    Whether you’re indulging for brunch or dinner, these chicken and waffles do it all. The Sriracha syrup adds a special touch, but maple syrup would do the trick too. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

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    Copycat KFC Coleslaw

    7 reviews

    Who needs the drive-thru? This KFC coleslaw recipe is the perfect copycat recipe when you’re craving that signature sweet-and-tangy flavor...


    Easy Pickled Apples

    A few slices of pickled apples add much-needed brightness and acidity to any rich, hearty dish.


    Cran-Apple Kraut

    A gussied up fresh sauerkraut for a healthy side dish! Make sure you look for a refrigerated variety that has...


    Slow-Cooker Sauerkraut

    1 review

    This slow-cooker sauerkraut recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut...

    How to Throw an Oktoberfest Party

    Need Oktoberfest party ideas for your harvest-time celebration? We've got recipes, beer recommendations and so much more.


    The Best Oktoberfest Beer Options to Serve at Your Backyard Fest

    You don't need to travel to Munich to get a taste of the best Oktoberfest beer brands. Here are our...

    Pumpkin Herb Rolls

    1 review

    These cute pumpkin rolls are a festive fall favorite in my household and are definitely worth the extra effort. If...


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    Prost! Toast to Our Favorite Oktoberfest Recipes

    Looking for Oktoberfest food ideas? Celebrate with these German recipes, including sauerbraten and spaetzle, that will fill out your Oktoberfest...


    12 German Drinks (Besides Beer) Worthy of a Prost

    Think Oktoberfest is just about beer? No way! There are plenty of other delicious German drinks you can enjoy during...


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    Vegan Pumpkin Bread

    3 reviews

    Every slice of this vegan pumpkin bread celebrates fall with a burst of cozy spices. No one will even know...

    Pesto Star Bread

    This pesto bread is an absolute showstopper! Serve it for holidays, festive gatherings, or any time you simply want a...


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    Quick and Simple Meatballs

    19 reviews

    Our baked meatball recipe shows you how to whip up this delicious comfort food quickly and easily.


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    Farmhouse Apple Slaw

    18 reviews

    Creamy, crunchy, crispy and refreshing—this apple slaw may just be the perfect coleslaw!


    Air-Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken

    12 reviews

    Learn how to make the iconic Nashville hot chicken in your home kitchen yourself—even if you do not call Tennessee...


    Why Does Oktoberfest Start in September?

    Why doesn’t October get all the glory?

    Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

    7 reviews

    This perfectly delicious pumpkin hummus dip is a beautiful blend of creamy, decadent hummus and warm, autumnal pumpkin.


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    44 Old-World German Recipes Worth Trying Today

    It doesn't have to be Oktoberfest to celebrate German cooking. Here are our best German recipes passed down by generations...


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    40 Satisfying Recipes with Sauerkraut

    Open a jar of your favorite kraut! These recipes with sauerkraut are the perfect blend of old world soul and...


    Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl

    14 reviews

    Elevate your regular dip into spinach dip in a bread bowl. Add thinly sliced vegetables around the platter for scooping,...


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    German Coleslaw

    5 reviews

    German coleslaw recipe contains no mayonnaise, and we promise you won’t miss it! This salad has the perfect balance of...


    Cajun Country Fried Chicken

    1 review

    Sink your teeth into our Cajun fried chicken that’s loaded with savory spices.


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    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    86 reviews

    It is hard to resist cookies, let alone pumpkin chocolate chip cookies made with oats and cinnamon. No surprise here...


    Overnight Slaw

    10 reviews

    Pickled slaw is a fantastic alternative to mayonnaise-based coleslaw. It can also be made ahead, so it is a great...


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    Contest-Winning Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

    80 reviews

    Our recipe for pumpkin chocolate chip bread is a fall staple for any day, any time of the week.

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    Raisin Sweet Potato Cookies

    7 reviews

    Sick of pumpkin recipes? Bake a batch of these fall-spiced sweet potato cookies instead.


    Southern Sweet Potato Pie

    37 reviews

    Southern desserts are known for being decadent and delicious, and this southern sweet potato pie recipe is no exception.


    Streusel Pumpkin Muffins

    18 reviews

    These pumpkin streusel muffins have a rich pumpkin flavor and a sweet, crumbly topping. They’ll make any fall or winter...


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    Caramel Apple Pie with Streusel Topping

    2 reviews

    Treat yourself to a decadent caramel apple pie with a gooey, sweet, spiced filling and a crunchy crumb topping.


    Spicy Bavarian Beer Mustard

    2 reviews

    Here's a gift that has bite! This spicy beer mustard is great with pretzels or as a condiment for bratwurst....


    German Potato Casserole

    1 review

    I bring this dish to an annual Oktoberfest party. Everyone likes it, which ensures our invitation back year after year....