Check out our guide to 1960s vintage recipes, from savory Bacon Roly Poly to sweet Pineapple Dream Dessert! Easy and delicious, they're perfect for any meal.
1960's Vintage Recipes
Step back in time to the flavorsome world of the 1960s with these amazing vintage recipes! Each dish, from the savory Bacon Roly Poly to the creamy Tuna Casserole With Egg Noodles, brings a touch of nostalgia to your dinner table. End your meal on a sweet note with the No Bake Pineapple Dream Dessert, a treat that's as delightful as it sounds. These comforting, home-cooked meals are as tasty today as they were back then, making your taste buds dance with joy. They are not just food; they're a delicious journey through time.
Bacon Roly Poly
Bacon Roly Poly wraps cozy comfort in a steamy suet pudding roll, bringing a British classic right to your table. It’s a savory spiral of bacon, red onions, and mushrooms that turns the simple act of steaming into an art, without needing a fancy kitchen. Upgraded from grandma's cookbook, it’s both a nod to tradition and a thrifty choice, perfect for a hearty meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients:
- 200 g / 7oz Back bacon chopped
- 1 tbsp Rapeseed Oil
- 2 Medium red onions chopped finely
- 120 g / 4oz Mushrooms chopped
- Pepper
- Powdered mace optional
- 200 g / 7oz Plain flour
- Pinch of salt
- 100 g / 3.5oz Shredded vegetable suet
- Water about 5 tbsp
Easy Tuna Casserole With Egg Noodles
Using just six pantry-staple ingredients, including creamy mushroom soup and tender egg noodles, this casserole is a champion of quick, tasty meals. Ideal for busy nights, it transforms canned goods into a warm, bubbly dinner that's ready in about 35 minutes. Customize with your favorite veggies or top with crunchy breadcrumbs to make this no-fuss recipe a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups dry egg noodles, cooked to al dente and drained
- 1 (12-oz.) can Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna in Water, drained
- 1 (15-oz.) can Green Giant Low Sodium Peas, drained
- 1 (10.5-oz.) can Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (plus extra for greasing dish)
- ⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
- salt & pepper, to taste
No Bake Pineapple Dream Dessert
No Bake Pineapple Dream Dessert, a creamy, tropical treat straight from grandma's recipe stash. It’s easy—no oven needed! With a buttery graham cracker base, fluffy whipped topping, and juicy pineapple, it's a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Topped with coconut, this throwback dessert turns any gathering into a sweet celebration, while the no-fuss preparation is a dream for busy dessert lovers.
Ingredients:
- 1 8-oz package cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 8-oz tub whipped topping, like Cool Whip
- Crust
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- 20 individual graham crackers, crushed see Notes
- Topping
- ¼ cup shredded coconut
- ¼ cup diced pineapple (drained)
Vintage Kentucky Bourbon Black Fruit Cake with Cinnamon Glaze
Wrapped in nostalgia and rich flavors, the Vintage Kentucky Bourbon Black Fruit Cake with Cinnamon Glaze turns baking into an art form. Boasting a robust blend of bourbon-soaked dates, figs, and raisins, paired with a nutty, toasted flour base and a hint of blackberry jam, this cake is a hearty nod to Kentucky tradition. Its finish, a smooth cinnamon glaze, adds just the right touch of sweetness, making it a perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering or a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup dried dates pitted and chopped
- ½ cup dried figs chopped
- 2 tbsp Bourbon
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp crushed cloves
- ½ cup blackberry jam
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 eggs beaten
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp allspice
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup pecans chopped
For the cinnamon glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla
- 1-2 tbsp milk
Grandma Sybil's Dilly Bread
Loved for its simple mix of dill seeds and cottage cheese, this bread boasts a unique flavor and tender crumb that made it a family favorite. With a delightfully golden crust and soft, dotted interior, it's a testament to homemade love that doesn't even need a mixer to come to complete. This bread is comfort baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 package Active Dry Yeast
- ¼ cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- ¼ cup Onion, Finely Minced or 1 tablespoon Instant Minced Onion
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Egg, Beaten
- 2 teaspoons Dill Seed
- ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda
- 2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
Great for busy weeknights, this dish offers the option to lighten up with cauliflower rice or indulge with a heap of mashed potatoes, promising a satisfying meal for any appetite. This easy recipe begins with lean ground beef patties, seasoned and browned to perfection, then slow-cooked in a creamy mushroom gravy to create a rich and savory experience.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef I used 96% lean
- 1 (1 ounce) packet dry onion soup mix
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs I used Panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 (8 ounce) container sliced fresh mushrooms
- 2 cans (10.5 ounces EACH) condensed cream of mushroom soup (NOT diluted) (I used Campbell’s Healthy Request)
- 1 (1 ounce) packet dry au jus gravy mix (such as McCormick brand)
- ¾ cup water
Unicorn Jello Poke Cake
This easy-to-make dessert swirls with magical colors and is topped with fluffy whipped cream, making it the perfect summer treat. Beyond its delicious taste, this cake carries a heartwarming message of inclusivity and wonder, inspired by a story of a boy's love for unicorns.
Ingredients:
- 1 box cake mix (white, yellow, or french vanilla)
- 1 3 oz box of strawberry jello
- 1 ½ cup water
- blue food coloring
- cooking spray
Cherry Bell Cookies
Whether enjoyed as festive Christmas bells or playful cookie balls without stems, these cookies promise a burst of cherry flavor in every bite. A long-lost recipe now ready to create sweet memories again. Simple to bake and loved for their maraschino cherry center, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powder sugar
- 1 teaspoon water
- dash of salt
- 1 jar of maraschino cherries (approx. 24)
- Red sugar
Ideal for using up leftover eggs, it's a fuss-free dish that packs a nostalgic punch. Whether you're piling it high on fresh bread, enjoying it in a croissant, or having it with crackers, this egg salad is a versatile delight. Made with simple, easy-to-find ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and a sprinkle of spices, it's the perfect cheap and cheerful meal.
Ingredients:
- 8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- ¼ salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Classic Egg Salad Recipe