Brooke Ervin
36 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Five‑Ingredient No‑Knead Cheesy Bread
A quick, fool‑proof cheese‑filled bread that needs only five core ingredients, no kneading, and a Dutch oven. The dough rises in about an hour and a half, then bakes to a golden, cheesy crust—perfect for sandwiches, grilled cheese, or eating straight from the loaf.
Copycat Italian Herb and Cheese Sub Buns
Homemade soft Italian‑style sub rolls topped with Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Made with a simple yeasted dough, these fluffy buns are perfect for sandwich fillings or enjoying plain. The recipe walks you through warming the milk, activating the yeast, kneading, two rises, and a quick bake for a golden, aromatic crust.
Foolproof cheese bread
A quick, foolproof homemade cheese bread packed with melty cheese and crispy bacon. The dough rises in just 90 minutes, then bakes in a hot Dutch oven for a crusty, buttery loaf that's perfect as a snack or side.
Air Fryer 3 Ingredient Cheese Balls (No Oil Test!)
A quick, low‑carb snack made from shredded mozzarella, an egg, and corn starch, cooked to golden perfection in an air fryer. The recipe is adapted from Brooke Ervin's three‑ingredient cheese ball video and includes optional caramelized onion butter for extra flavor.
4 Ingredient Homemade Gummy Bears (Healthy Fruit Snacks Kids Love!)
A simple, four‑ingredient gummy bear recipe using fresh strawberries, maple syrup, lime juice, and unflavored gelatin. These chewy, fruit‑filled treats are perfect for kids and can be customized with any fresh fruit you have on hand.
This Herb & Garlic Sourdough Bread Is PURE PERFECTION 🤯
A fragrant, soft sourdough loaf packed with garlic, Italian herbs, and melted Parmesan (or mozzarella) cheese. The recipe uses a simple stretch‑and‑fold method and a quick‑proof technique for a delicious homemade bread without an overnight fridge rise.
“Stop Buying Cheese! Make Fresh Creamy Cheese at Home in 15 Minutes”
A simple two‑ingredient soft cheese made from 2% milk and vinegar, stretched in the microwave and shaped into a log. Perfect for salads or as a fresh cheese snack.
I Made PERFECT Homemade Pierogi from Scratch – Better Than Store Bought?! 🥟
A step‑by‑step guide to making soft, tender perogies from scratch using a quick‑mix dough and a creamy potato‑bacon‑cottage cheese filling. The recipe follows Brooke Ervin’s improvised video method, includes tips for rolling, sealing, cooking, and freezing the dumplings for later use.
Viral No Knead Cheese Bread (No Sugar, No Kneading, Foolproof!)
A foolproof, no‑knead cheese bread that went viral. Made with warm water, active dry yeast, all‑purpose flour, butter, and a whole bag of marble cheese, this bread is baked in a hot oven‑safe pot at 450°F. It can be served as a soft loaf, sliced for dipping, or turned into a bread bowl for hearty soups.
The Easiest Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe
A quick, crowd‑pleasing Mexican‑American crunch wrap that combines seasoned ground beef, cheese sauce, fresh veggies, and a crispy tostada shell, all pan‑fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a fast dinner or a tasty snack.
I Didn’t Expect Mini Donuts to Turn Out Like THIS
A step‑by‑step recipe for soft, fluffy carnival‑style mini donuts, fried to golden perfection and tossed in cinnamon‑sugar. Perfect for fairs, parties, or a sweet snack at home.
Homemade Challah Bread Recipe
A soft, slightly sweet homemade hollow bread that’s perfect for sandwiching fillings or enjoying toasted with butter. The dough is enriched with oil and eggs, braided into mini loaves, brushed with an egg‑milk wash, and baked until golden. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or as a side.
Old fashion donut loaf
A sweet, cake‑like loaf that tastes like a glazed old‑fashioned donut with a cinnamon‑sugar crust. Made by dumping all ingredients into one bowl, this fool‑proof recipe bakes in a standard loaf pan and is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a simple dessert.
“Homemade Butter Recipe 🧈
A simple, foolproof method to turn heavy cream into fresh, creamy butter at home. Includes steps to wash out the buttermilk, optional salting, and storage tips.
3 Ingredient Cheese Balls Recipe (No Flour, Crispy & Gooey)
A quick, three‑ingredient fried cheese ball snack made with shredded mozzarella, an egg and cornstarch. Optional seasonings like salt, pepper and garlic butter add extra flavor. Crispy on the outside, gooey inside, these bite‑size treats are perfect for parties or a simple indulgent snack.
Donut bread
A foolproof, one‑bowl sweet loaf that tastes like a baked doughnut with a cinnamon‑sugar crust. Made with buttermilk, sour cream, and plenty of butter, this quick‑mix bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a sweet treat.
2 Ingredient Potato Noodles (Gluten Free) – Viral Chewy Recipe That ACTUALLY Works!
A simple gluten‑free noodle made from just potatoes and tapioca starch. The potatoes are boiled, mashed ultra‑smooth, combined with starch, kneaded into a dough, rolled thin and cooked in boiling water for a chewy, pasta‑like texture. Serve with soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil or any sauce you like.
Crispy Bang Bang Chicken Sliders
Crispy, double‑coated chicken thigh sliders tossed in a sweet‑spicy bang‑bang sauce, served on soft homemade buns with pickles. Inspired by Brooke Ervin’s YouTube tutorial, this recipe combines a tangy lime‑buttermilk‑style marinade, a flour coating, and a quick deep‑fry for ultimate crunch.
This Peach Fritters Recipe Is So Good You’ll Make It Again & Again
Crispy, golden‑brown peach fritters made with a simple pancake‑style batter, fried until crunchy and finished with a light vanilla glaze. Perfect for a quick summer snack or a sweet treat for the whole family.
I Made Giant Crispy Arancini With An Insane Cheese Pull (Easy Recipe)
A home‑cooked take on classic Italian arancini, made with a shortcut rice‑cooker method, buttery flavor, sun‑dried tomato filling and a gooey mozzarella center. Coated in a crunchy panko‑seasoned breadcrumb mix and deep‑fried to golden perfection, these massive rice balls are perfect as a snack or party appetizer.
The Secret to Perfect Chicken Chow Mein Revealed
A quick, hands‑off Asian‑fusion dinner made in the slow cooker. Tender chicken thighs swim in a sweet‑savory honey garlic sauce, then are tossed with udon noodles and thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry. No measuring required – just dump, stir, and let the crock‑pot do the work.
Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings (Pork & Shrimp)
These pan‑fried then steamed rice‑paper dumplings are packed with a savory pork‑shrimp filling, sweet corn, and a hint of heat. The rice paper gives a chewy wrapper that crisps up in the pan before finishing tender in steam. Serve with a simple soy‑sesame dipping sauce for an addictive appetizer or light main course.
2 Ingredient Homemade Lasagna Sheets – No Machine Needed!
Learn how to make fresh lasagna sheets using just flour, eggs, and a few optional pantry items. This two‑ingredient pasta dough is mixed by hand or with a mixer, kneaded until smooth, and rolled thin with a pasta machine for perfect layers in your next lasagna.
Home made mini donuts
These Mini Fair Donuts are soft, fluffy, and taste just like the fried treats you find at a county fair. Made with a simple yeasted dough, fried to golden perfection, and rolled in cinnamon sugar, they’re perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.
I Turned Viral Cheese Bread Into Lunchbox Cheese Sticks…
Soft, cheesy bread sticks flavored with caramelized onion garlic butter, perfect for school lunches or a snack. Made from a simple yeasted dough, folded with shredded cheddar and mozzarella, brushed with buttery garlic seasoning, and baked until golden.
I Made Oreo Caramel White Chocolate at Home – This Should Be Illegal! 🤯🍫
A no‑bake, three‑layer dessert bar featuring a crunchy Oreo crust, a rich caramel filling made with sweetened condensed milk, and a smooth white chocolate topping. Perfect for a quick sweet treat that looks impressive with minimal equipment.
Valentine’s Day cookies
A simple, fun Valentine’s Day cookie recipe featuring pink and red colored dough rolled into heart shapes. Perfect for a sweet celebration or a giveaway, these cookies are baked at a high temperature for a crisp edge and soft center.
I Made a 13.5 Pound Homemade Lasagna with Fresh Pasta Sheets (Ultra Cheesy!)
A hearty, cheese‑laden Italian lasagna made with fresh homemade pasta sheets, lean ground beef, a blend of ricotta and cottage cheese, and multiple mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. No pre‑boiling of the pasta is required—just layer, bake, and enjoy.
Giant Creamy Shrimp Mushroom Caps
Huge white mushroom caps are filled with a rich, buttery shrimp and cream cheese mixture, topped with Parmesan and baked until golden. This indulgent dish is perfect for a dinner that feels both comforting and restaurant‑quality.
Fresh Rice Wraps with Homemade Thai Peanut Sauce
Fresh rice‑paper summer rolls packed with crisp veggies, rice vermicelli, and your choice of shrimp or crispy chicken, served with a rich, drinkable Thai peanut dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Seafood Mozzarella Sticks?! Crispy, Cheesy & Surprisingly Addictive!
Crispy, cheesy sticks packed with crab meat and a blend of mozzarella, Italian, and marble cheeses, deep‑fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, these seafood mozzarella sticks are easy to make at home with simple ingredients and a quick freeze‑and‑fry method.
Quick Chicken Udon Noodles
A quick, weeknight-friendly chicken udon stir‑fry that uses whatever vegetables you have on hand. Thinly sliced chicken breast, chewy udon noodles, and a simple soy‑oyster‑sesame sauce come together in under 45 minutes for a satisfying dinner.
“I Tried Making Valentine’s Day Cinnamon Rolls… and It Almost Ruined Me”
A soft, fluffy cinnamon bun recipe perfect for Valentine's Day. The dough is split into two batches—one plain and one tinted pink with food‑gel—then rolled, cut into heart shapes, and baked to golden perfection. Finished with a creamy pink cream‑cheese icing, these buns are sweet, buttery, and delightfully aromatic.
Is Costco Striploin Worth It? Cinematic Steak Recipe + Honest Review
A step‑by‑step guide to turning a 6.2 kg Triple‑AAA striploin slab into 19 evenly sized steaks, trimming excess fat and packaging for storage. Perfect for budget‑conscious home cooks who want restaurant‑quality cuts without the price tag.
Better Than Takeout Beef & Broccoli Fried Rice
A quick, restaurant‑style beef and broccoli fried rice made with thinly sliced strip‑loin, velveting technique, and a blend of soy, oyster, and sesame sauces. Perfect for a weeknight dinner and adaptable to noodles if you prefer.
This Onion Boil Is Pure Butter Madness
Whole onions are roasted until caramelized, stuffed with butter, and coated in a homemade Cajun seasoning. Finished with a smoky Cajun butter drizzle, this spicy, buttery side dish is perfect for a comforting meal.