When summer rolls around, we get very excited to hit the grill and eat all of the peak-season produce. And while we have our go-to family favorites, it’s always fun to try out something new. After all, the days are longer, and we’re hosting (and attending) food-focused events in the backyard all season long. So, in honor of ten years of Savory Magazine, we took a look back at some of our favorite summer dishes across our digital platforms to put together the best recipes you should make this summer. We hand-picked 10 recipes that our SavoryOnline audience has loved across our website, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook pages to get you the best of the best this season. And if you aren’t following us yet, what are you waiting for?  

Berry Poke Cake

This retro cake was a favorite recipe among our Facebook and YouTube followers last summer, with all exclaiming how delightful the summer treat was. Simply poke holes throughout a baked boxed-mix cake and pour in strawberry gelatin for a fruity twist. Finish it off with a decadent whipped cream topping, which incorporates a pudding mix to help stabilize it, and a sprinkle of seasonal berries.   

For other red, white, and blue favorites, try the American Flag Berries and Cream Icebox Cake, Red, White, and Blue Swirled Cheesecake Bars, and the Berry Phyllo Cups.  

Get the recipe: Berry Poke Cake   

Coconut-Orange Mock Margarita  

This sipper has been a favorite since 2023. The big-batch mocktail incorporates fresh orange juice, unsweetened coconut milk, and lime juice for a tropical twist to a classic Margarita. Garnish with orange, lime, and maraschino cherries, and you’ll be in summer bliss. If you’re looking for more summertime sips (and maybe something special for the adults), followers also love this Big-Batch Mint Julep to serve a crowd.   

Get the recipe: Coconut-Orange Mock Margarita  

Pork and Gnocchi Kabobs

You won’t want to miss this outstanding grilled dinner this summer. Each skewer incorporates potato gnocchi, pork tenderloin, and juicy veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, grape tomatoes, and red onion. It’s all grilled on a neat skewer for easy cooking and clean up and then drizzled with a pesto sauce for the ultimate weeknight cookout.   

Get the recipe: Pork and Gnocchi Kabobs  

Mexican Street Corn Dip

For the last two summers, our Instagram followers have loved this summertime dip. The appetizer borrows flavors from Mexican street corn and incorporates crumbled cotija cheese, lime juice, sour cream, and chili powder, all mixed with fresh seasonal corn. Serve it alongside tortilla chips for the perfect poolside snack.   

Get the recipe: Mexican Street Corn Dip  

Cheeseburger Bowls

When serving up classic burgers feels a little too daunting for a weeknight, try this family-friendly twist. The SavoryOnline YouTube audience couldn’t get enough of these bowls, topped with all of your favorite burger fixings, like tomatoes, cheese, pickles, and special sauce. We especially love that it uses up leftover buns from the weekend’s barbeque.   

Get the recipe: Cheeseburger Bowls  

Three-Ingredient Nice Cream  

Our YouTube audience absolutely adores this 10-minute sweet treat. Frozen fruit and a splash of milk quickly transform into a decadent dupe of soft-serve ice cream. It’s great for a summertime snack or dessert the whole family will love. Plus, it’s an original Savory recipe from 2015 that keeps coming back as an all-time fan favorite.   

Get the recipe: Three-Ingredient Nice Cream  

Pasta Salad Skewers

SavoryOnline fans from Instagram and TikTok have gobbled up these Pasta Salad Skewers for the last three years. Instead of regular pasta salad, this recipe skewers all your favorite ingredients, like tortellini, tomatoes, mozzarella, salami, cucumbers, olives, and other veggies, for a picnic-ready side. They’re perfect for a make-ahead dish to bring to a potluck or serve alongside grilled meats at your own backyard party.   

Get the recipe: Pasta Salad Skewers  

Mason Jar Banana Pudding

Nothing tastes like summer quite like banana pudding, and this recipe has been a favorite of our Instagram and TikTok audiences for three summers and counting. Layering the pudding, bananas, and wafers in mason jars makes for fun and portable desserts, perfect for picnics, beach days, or potlucks.   

Get the recipe: Mason Jar Banana Pudding  

Grilled Chicken Breasts with Awesome Sauce  

This Facebook audience favorite has been called “Awesome” for good reason. Simple grilled chicken gets a complete makeover with a bright sauce made from briny pickle juice, dried apricots, and fresh chopped herbs. You’ll love it so much that you’ll serve it alongside all your proteins all summer long.   

Get the recipe: Grilled Chicken Breasts with Awesome Sauce  

Grilled Greek Pork Burgers 

It’s not summer without a good burger recipe, and these five-ingredient burgers have been a fan favorite for years. A bag of frozen chopped spinach bulks up the veggies in these simple patties alongside economical ground pork and creamy feta crumbles. Grill them up and top them with store-bought tzatziki sauce (and any of your other favorite burger toppings) for a grilled weeknight winner.   

Get the recipe: Grilled Greek Pork Burgers