Top 53 comfort foods that make you feel better every time

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

21. Apple pie

Apple pie and ice-cream – warm AND cold… so delicious. – Claire Evans

22. Tim Tams

Tim Tams and a sweet, hot cup of tea. It feels like a hug from your mum. Warm and sweet. – Janet Hunter

23. Meatballs

My mum’s meatballs. Hearty, simple and nutritious, they remind me of childhood and are delicious mopped up with bread and butter. – Chrissy Temperley

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

24. Cheesecake

Cheesecake fits the biblical description of manna: white, delicious and only lasts a day. – Des Bromilow

25. Cashews

Sorry, it’s not chocolate, but I love cashews – always have, as I was introduced to them by my late wife and eat them also in memory of her, especially when I am having a down day. – Barry Mansfield

26. Porridge

Porridge with milk and sugar, I think because it was a childhood food whenever I was sick. – Sonia Nikadie

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

27. Prawns

Garlic chilli prawns. It’s a delicious yet hot combination. – James Riddle

28. Ribs

Drizzled in a sticky marinade, the aroma makes hunger intensified. Beef barbequed ribs… electrifying. Reminds me of growing up on the farm. – Lauren Barnes

29. Tea and toast

Black tea and vegemite toast. It just is. – Narelle Godwin

We asked the Reader’s Digest community to tell us their all-time favourite comfort foods – the kinds of dishes that evoke memories of childhood, satisfy a craving or simply make the world feel like a better place. You’ll be amazed by some of the responses… and may just get a few crazy ideas to try yourself.

30. Rocky Road

Rocky Road as it covers all comfort food groups: chocolate, fruit, nuts, chewy, crunchy and sweet. – Amelia Masters