Whether you spell it Hannukah, Hanukkah or Channukah, it’s a holiday celebrated by the Jewish community around the world. Also known as the Festival of Lights, it commemorates when Jews had to leave their temple after it was occupied by the Syrian-Greek empire. When they returned, they found only had enough oil to light the candelabras (now called the menorah) for one night. Miraculously, the oil lasted for eight days.
Today, Jews light the menorah for eight nights. They play games, sing songs and exchange gifts to joyfully celebrate the high holidays. Of course, the festive party cooking and eating a menu of delicious food is involved, too. The party spreads involve foods that are fried—like potato latkes and jelly doughnuts—as reminders of the oil in the Hanukkah story.
Ahead, find the best 49 Hanukkah recipes that you can and should make for your celebratory meal this year.
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An array of fare can be served at the holiday dinner. Traditional Hanukkah food includes brisket, roasted chicken, bagels, rugelach, matzo ball soup and kugel. Anything goes, though. It’s really up to you and your family about what you like and want to eat.How Is Hanukkah Dinner Served?
A sit-down meal is traditional for holidays like Rosh Hashanah, Passover and Yom Kippur. Hanukkah doesn’t always involve a family feast. Many families hold a party and enjoy Hanukkah dinner together.
Potato pancakes, also called latkes, are typically the most traditional and popular food during Hanukkah. They’re fried in oil to commemorate the oil that lasted for eight days.Best Hanukkah Recipes
Hanukkah Cupcakes
Pam's Daily Dish
This is an easy recipe to make with your favorite frosting.
Get the recipe: Hanukkah Cupcakes
Challah Donuts
Chef Michael Solomonov
Sufganiyot, or jelly-filled donuts, are classic Hanukkah treats otherwise known as challah donuts. Chef Michael Solomonov has shared his delicious recipe with us.Get the recipe: Challah Donuts
Latkes
Papi Steak
Miami steakhouse Papi Steak is known for their famous latkes and now you can make them at home for Hanukkah.
Get the recipe: Latkes
Cinnamon Rugelach
Skinny Sweets Daily
Rugelach (pronounced rug-a-la) is a cookie that is served for many Jewish holidays, a popular one being Hanukkah. A rugelach’s shape varies, but it’s mainly a crescent shape.
Get the recipe: Cinnamon Rugelach
Potato-Carrot Latkes
Parade
Carrots add incredible flavor to this traditional Hanukkah favorite.
Get the recipe: Potato-Carrot Latkes
Pumpkin Chocolate Hazelnut Rugelach
Shannon Sarna
This recipe combines pumpkin and chocolate for flavors that complement one another.
Get the recipe: Pumpkin Chocolate Hazelnut Rugelach
Noodle Kugel
Andrew Zimmern
Noodle kugel is usually served as a side dish alongside the main course at dinner. The balance of sweet and savory creates a playful delight for the taste buds.
Get the recipe: Noodle Kugel
Grandma Ruthie's Famous Noodle Pudding
Pam Beth
See if you can let this noodle pudding sit on the counter for about 10 to 15 minutes before cutting it. It smells so good; you’ll likely be unable to wait it out.
Get the recipe: Grandma Ruthie’s Famous Noodle Pudding
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Rose's Pure Potato Latkes
Rose Levy Beranbaum
These latkes are so simple thanks to having no egg and no flour. That's why they’re called pure.
Get the recipe: Rose’s Pure Potato Latkes
Parsnip Golden Beet Latkes
Andrew Purcell for Parade
Classic latkes get a twist with parsnips and golden beets.
Get the recipe: Parsnip Golden Beet Latkes
Apple and Honey Latkes
Andrew Purcell for Parade
Apples and honey aren’t just for Rosh Hashanah. Use those ingredients when making this sweet dish.
Get the recipe: Apple and Honey Latkes
Curried Sweet Potato Latkes
Andrew Purcell for Parade
Give your latkes some kick with some curry powder.
Get the recipe: Curried Sweet Potato Latkes
Harissa and Goat Cheese Rugelach
Shannon Sarna
If you're a fan of rugelach, try this fresh twist on the cookie.
Get the recipe: Harissa and Goat Cheese Rugelach
Spicy Pizza Rugelach
Shannon Sarna
This savory rugelach, also from Sarna, pairs the flavors of pizza with a traditional Jewish pastry.
Get the recipe: Spicy Pizza Rugelach
Homestyle Onion Soup Brisket
Pam Beth
This recipe is easy to prepare and creates plenty of leftovers. If you make this during the week, you’ll get to enjoy it for two nights.
Get the recipe: Homestyle Onion Soup Brisket
Ginger Glazed Carrots with Toasted Spices
Graham Elliot
Here, toasting the spices lends depth. Braising the carrots in carrot juice, along with honey, underscores their natural sweetness.
Get the recipe: Ginger Glazed Carrots with Toasted Spices
Smoked Salmon Bagel Bake
Amy Barnes
Bagels and lox gets a one-dish spin with a handful of ingredients. It's a quick and easy casserole.
Get the recipe: Smoked Salmon Bagel Bake
Roasted Carrots and Sweet Potato Tzimmes
Parade
Tzimmes is an eastern European stew of carrots and/or sweet potatoes and prunes traditionally cooked with beef flanken, often sweetened with brown or white sugar and sometimes thickened with flour.
Get the recipe: Roasted Carrots and Sweet Potato Tzimmes
Roasted Autumn Fruit
Staci Valentine
Serve this dish on its own or as an accompaniment to cakes or ice cream. Roasting the fruit brings out their spicy notes. This dish is also naturally a gluten-free and dairy-free recipe.
Get the recipe: Roasted Autumn Fruit
Hearty Winter Slaw
Parade
It’s hard to resist any salad made with pears, especially at a holiday meal.
Get the recipe: Hearty Winter Slaw
Apple Kugel
Parade
Apples are the star of the show in this holiday dish.
Get the recipe: Apple Kugel
Crock Pot Roasted Chicken
Nisa Burn Cochran
You’ll love how easy this recipe for roasted chicken is. And by cooking it in your Crock Pot, the result is a flavorful, rotisserie-like chicken that’s delicious.
Get the recipe: Crock Pot Roasted Chicken
Grandma's Matzo Ball Soup
Love & Olive Oil
The secret to the matzo balls' delicate, rich flavor here is the schmaltz, known as rendered chicken fat.
Get the recipe: Grandma’s Matzo Ball Soup
Sweet Latkes with Brown Sugar Syrup
Tori Avey
Prepare to swoon. These latkes are drizzled with brown-sugar syrup and sprinkled with cayenne candied pecans. The candied nuts have a touch of heat, and the syrup brings out the spices in the latkes.
Get the recipe: Sweet Latkes with Brown Sugar Syrup
Round Challah Cupcakes
Cupcake Project
Braiding the challah is half of the fun here, ...
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