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    Foods That Start With C

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    118 Foods That Start With The Letter ‘C’

    An amazing grouping of fun foods to try or culinary foods beginning with the letter C! Whether you're working on answering a list challenge or cooking through the alphabet, you've got a great selection of words to choose from!

    This list is composed of classic recipes, comfort foods, fruits, vegetables, desserts, appetizers, spices, and more from around the world! This tasty collection is a great way to explore new foods and recipes as well as planning for fun events and holidays!

    Don’t forget to check out all of our foods that start with A-Z list challenge answers!

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    Table of contents

    • 118 Foods That Start With The Letter ‘C’
      • 1. Cabbage
      • 2. Cabrito
      • 3. Cactus Pear
      • 4. Caesar Salad
      • 5. Cajon Pea
      • 6. Cake
      • 7. Calamari
      • 8. Caldeirada
      • 9. Calvados
      • 10. Calzone
      • 11. Canape
      • 12. Candy
      • 13. Cannoli
      • 14. Canola Oil
      • 15. Caper
      • 16. Cantonese
      • 17. Cappuccino
      • 18. Capulin Cherry
      • 19. Carac
      • 20. Carambola
      • 21. Caramel
      • 22. Caraway Seeds
      • 23. Cardamom
      • 24. Carne Asada
      • 25. Carne Guisada
      • 26. Carnitas
      • 27. Carrot
      • 28. Carrot Cake
      • 29. Carp
      • 30. Cashew
      • 31. Cassava
      • 32. Casserole
      • 33. Cassiri
      • 34. Cassoulet
      • 35. Catfish
      • 36. Cauliflower
      • 37. Cayenne Pepper
      • 38. Celery
      • 39. Celtuce
      • 40. Cereal
      • 41. Ceviche
      • 42. Challah
      • 43. Chamomile
      • 44. Chapati
      • 45. Chaya
      • 46. Cheddar
      • 47. Cheese
      • 48. Cheeseburger
      • 49. Cheesecake
      • 50. Cherimoya
      • 51. Cherry
      • 52. Cherry Pie
      • 53. Chícharos
      • 54. Chicken
      • 55. Chicken and Dumplings
      • 56. Chicken And Rice
      • 57. Chicken Breast
      • 58. Chicken Casserole
      • 59. Chicken Chili
      • 60. Chicken Curry
      • 61. Chicken Enchiladas
      • 62. Chicken Noodle Soup
      • 63. Chicken Parmesan
      • 64. Chicken Pasta
      • 65. Chicken Pot Pie
      • 66. Chicken Salad
      • 67. Chicken Stir Fry
      • 68. Chicken Thighs
      • 69. Chicken Tortilla Soup
      • 70. Chicken Wings
      • 71. Chicken Wrap
      • 72. Chickpea
      • 73. Chico Fruit
      • 74. Chile Relleno
      • 75. Chili
      • 76. Chimichanga
      • 77. Chinese
      • 78. Chives
      • 79. Chocolate
      • 80. Chorizo
      • 81. Christmas Cake
      • 82. Christmas Cookies
      • 83. Chutney
      • 84. Cinnamon Rolls
      • 85. Cioppino
      • 86. Clafoutis
      • 87. Clams
      • 88. Clam Chowder
      • 89. Cloudberry
      • 90. Cobbler
      • 91. Coconut
      • 92. Coconut Shrimp
      • 93. Coffee
      • 94. Coffee Cake
      • 95. Collards
      • 96. Comte
      • 97. Cookies
      • 98. Coriander
      • 99. Corn
      • 100. Cornbread
      • 101. Corn Chowder
      • 102. Corned Beef
      • 103. Courgette
      • 104. Couscous
      • 105. Crab
      • 106. Crab Dip
      • 107. Cranberry
      • 108. Crawfish
      • 109. Crème Brulèe
      • 110. Crepes
      • 111. Crisps
      • 112. Croissants
      • 113. Crumbles
      • 114. Cruffins
      • 115. Cucumber
      • 116. Cupcake
      • 117. Curry
      • 118. Custard

    1. Cabbage

    Cabbage is a densely-leaved leafy green plant that is grown in red cabbage or white ( also called Dutch ) cabbage varieties. It is closely related to broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, and savoy cabbage.

    Cabbage originated in Europe and flourished in European cuisine before first being planted in Canada around 1541 or 1542 by Jacques Cartier during his third voyage to the Americas.

    small square sideview of the crockpot cabbage served in a white bowl with extra bacon on top.

    2. Cabrito

    Cabrito is the name for roast goat in both Spanish and Portuguese languages. Typically when cabrito is served in Latin dishes, they are referring to a roast of young goat meat.

    3. Cactus Pear

    4. Caesar Salad

    A popular salad traditionally served table-side in restaurants.  A Caesar salad typically has romaine lettuce and croutons. With a dressing made of lemon juice, olive oil, egg, Worcestershire sauce, anchovies, garlic, Dijon mustard, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper.

    5. Cajon Pea

    A type of pea also called a pigeon pea.

    6. Cake

    7. Calamari

    Squid, typically served fried.  The word calamari derives from the Italian word "Calamaro" which came from the Latin word "calamarium" which means inkpot.

    8. Caldeirada

    A Portuguese fish stew.

    9. Calvados

    A type of brandy made from apples.

    10. Calzone

    An Italian oven-baked folded pizza typically filled with ricotta, mozzarella, salami, and ham.

    11. Canape

    A small hors d'oeuvre usually consisting of a cracker or bread topped with a savory butter or spread.

    12. Candy

    13. Cannoli

    A popular Italian pastry.  Typically a fried dough in a tube shape filled with a sweet cream filling.

    14. Canola Oil

    15. Caper

    Immature flower bud from the caper bush.  Typically pickled and used in recipes like tartar sauce.

    16. Cantonese

    The cuisine of the Guangdong province of China. 

    17. Cappuccino

    18. Capulin Cherry

    A type of cherry native to Central America.

    19. Carac

    Swiss dessert pastry like a tart.

    20. Carambola

    Also known as star fruit.

    21. Caramel

    22. Caraway Seeds

    23. Cardamom

    24. Carne Asada

    Carne Asada is typically a skirt steak that is marinated in lime juice and other seasonings.

    25. Carne Guisada

    A type of tacos with lean meat simmered in tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, and seasonings.

    26. Carnitas

    Carnitas are a Mexican cuisine dish using braised or simmered meat that is served in tortillas.

    small square image showing a close up view of the turkey carnitas garnished and served with fresh homemade pico de gallo served on white corn tortillas on a white plate with light wood grain background
    The best use out there for leftover turkey meat, especially turkey legs, dark meat, or a combination of dark and white meat!

    27. Carrot

    28. Carrot Cake

    Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting
    Easy and delicious Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting is perfect for serving with an Easter dinner or anytime of the year!

    29. Carp

    30. Cashew

    31. Cassava

    32. Casserole

    33. Cassiri

    34. Cassoulet

    35. Catfish

    36. Cauliflower

    37. Cayenne Pepper

    38. Celery

    39. Celtuce

    40. Cereal

    41. Ceviche

    42. Challah

    43. Chamomile

    44. Chapati

    45. Chaya

    46. Cheddar

    47. Cheese

    48. Cheeseburger

    49. Cheesecake

    50. Cherimoya

    51. Cherry

    52. Cherry Pie

    53. Chícharos

    Chicharos are Cuban split peas and the name usually refers to a traditional green split pea stew.

    small square angled overhead image of sopa de chicharos served in white bowl.
    This easy to make Cuban split pea soup is as tasty as can be and is sure to be loved by the whole family!

    54. Chicken

    55. Chicken and Dumplings

    56. Chicken And Rice

    57. Chicken Breast

    58. Chicken Casserole

    59. Chicken Chili

    60. Chicken Curry

    61. Chicken Enchiladas

    These cheesy chicken enchiladas are an easy to make comfort food and family favorite dinner!
    These cheesy chicken enchiladas are an easy to make comfort food and family favorite dinner!

    62. Chicken Noodle Soup

    63. Chicken Parmesan

    small square photo showing an overhead view of the chicken parmesan served over a bed of thin spaghetti pasta with marinara sauce and two Panko and Parmesan crusted chicken breast cutlets with melted mozzarella on the center of each cut garnished with a few fresh leaves of baby Genovese basil
    This classic Chicken Parmesan is quick and easy, plus incredibly crispy and tasty!

    64. Chicken Pasta

    65. Chicken Pot Pie

    Mini Chicken Pot Pies From Scratch
    Easy chicken pot pies are a classic recipe that is loved by everyone!

    66. Chicken Salad

    67. Chicken Stir Fry

    68. Chicken Thighs

    69. Chicken Tortilla Soup

    70. Chicken Wings

    71. Chicken Wrap

    72. Chickpea

    73. Chico Fruit

    74. Chile Relleno

    75. Chili

    76. Chimichanga

    77. Chinese

    78. Chives

    79. Chocolate

    80. Chorizo

    81. Christmas Cake

    Christmas Cake is a British traditional cake that is the origin of our American fruit cake!

    Traditional British Christmas Cake is a beloved Christmas baking treat in England
    Traditional British Christmas Cake is a beloved Christmas season baking treat in England!

    82. Christmas Cookies

    83. Chutney

    84. Cinnamon Rolls

    85. Cioppino

    86. Clafoutis

    small square overhead image of the baked bing cherry clafoutis in the white oval baking dish with cherries scattered around on a light grey background
    Easy, rich, and amazing cherry clafoutis are the perfect summertime dessert to highlight your plump cherries!

    87. Clams

    88. Clam Chowder

    89. Cloudberry

    90. Cobbler

    91. Coconut

    92. Coconut Shrimp

    93. Coffee

    94. Coffee Cake

    95. Collards

    96. Comte

    97. Cookies

    98. Coriander

    99. Corn

    100. Cornbread

    101. Corn Chowder

    102. Corned Beef

    103. Courgette

    104. Couscous

    105. Crab

    106. Crab Dip

    107. Cranberry

    108. Crawfish

    109. Crème Brulèe

    110. Crepes

    Raspberry Cream Buttermilk Crepes
    If heavenly could be dished up on a plate for breakfast, this would be what it looks and taste like...so melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

    111. Crisps

    112. Croissants

    113. Crumbles

    114. Cruffins

    115. Cucumber

    116. Cupcake

    117. Curry

    118. Custard

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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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