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    Home » Dessert

    05/04/2022

    22 Best Southern Desserts (Easy Recipes)

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    Southern desserts are well-loved for being sweet, rich, and indulgent. From classic sweet potato pie to rich Mississippi mud cake, you’ll definitely find something to satisfy your sweet tooth!

    Today we’re sharing 22 of the best Southern desserts for you to make at home. 

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    Best Southern Desserts
    Southern Sweet Potato Pie
    The Best Southern Pecan Pie
    Southern Sweet Tea Lemon Cake
    Applesauce Cake
    Creole Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
    Mississippi Mud Cake
    Cajun Chocolate Cake
    Strawberry Cobbler Recipe
    Louisiana Crunch Cake
    Cajun Praline Cheesecake
    Louisiana Swamp Cake
    New Orleans Beignets
    Coconut Layer Cake
    Tennessee Mountain Stack Cake
    Mardi Gras Snack Mix
    Mardi Gras Jello
    Pumpkin Tarte à la Bouille
    Hummingbird Cake
    King Cake
    Crawfish Cakes
    Kentucky Transparent Pie
    Million Dollar Pound Cake
    Easy Southern Dessert Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

    Best Southern Desserts

    Southern Sweet Potato Pie
    Southern Pecan Pie

    Southern Sweet Potato Pie

    This luscious sweet potato pie will be the star of your holiday meal! It’s full of warm spices and bakes up beautifully. 

    The Best Southern Pecan Pie

    It doesn’t get much more southern than pecan pie! You’ll only need a handful of basic ingredients to make this one, and it comes out perfect every time. 

    Southern Sweet Tea Lemon Cake

    This tender lemon cake is made with real sweet tea! Drizzle it with the glaze included in the recipe and serve it with cups of hot coffee and tea. 

    Applesauce Cake

    A jar of applesauce makes easy work of this moist and delicious cake. It takes just minutes to prepare and bakes up beautifully in about 40 minutes. Enjoy a slice with a cup of hot tea or coffee!

    Creole Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce

    Serve this luscious bread pudding at your next brunch! Serve it with the brown sugar bourbon sauce included in the recipe. 

    Mississippi Mud Cake
    Cajun Chocolate Cake

    Mississippi Mud Cake

    This is the perfect cake to make for a child’s party! It has a brownie layer that’s topped with miniature marshmallows and chocolate frosting. It’s sure to be a hit with everyone. 

    Cajun Chocolate Cake

    Here’s a rich chocolate cake that couldn’t be easier to make! You’ll need a handful of basic ingredients, and it takes less than an hour to make.  

    Strawberry Cobbler Recipe

    Fruit cobblers are a favorite dessert with just about everyone. This one features juicy ripe strawberries. Serve it with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream!  

    Louisiana Crunch Cake

    This moist and delicious cake is easy to make and impressive enough to serve to guests! Don’t forget to add the vanilla glaze included in the recipe. 

    Cajun Praline Cheesecake

    You can’t go wrong with this tried and true praline cheesecake! It has a crisp vanilla wafer base, a rich cream cheese filling, and it’s topped with caramel and chopped toasted pecans!  

    Louisiana Swamp Cake

    There’s nothing scary about this swamp cake! It’s full of chocolate flavors and is super easy to make. Enjoy it with ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

    New Orleans Beignets
    Coconut Layer Cake

    New Orleans Beignets

    You won’t have to travel to Louisiana to enjoy these delectable treats! The beignets fry up light and fluffy and are delicious served warm with a sprinkle of icing sugar. 

    Coconut Layer Cake

    Coconut lovers will adore this cake! The cake layers are made with sweetened cream of coconut, and the frosting includes sweetened shredded coconut. It bakes up moist and delicious and would be perfect for a special occasion celebration. 

    Tennessee Mountain Stack Cake

    This unique cake is filled with sweet apples. There are quite a few steps involved but the recipe is clearly laid out and easy to follow. Plan to make it for a special occasion! 

    Mardi Gras Snack Mix

    Grab a handful of this tasty snack mix when you’re craving something sweet, salty, and crunchy! It takes less than 10 minutes to make, and you’ll love the combination of flavors and textures. 

    Mardi Gras Jello

    Celebrate Mardi Gras with these fun jello shots! They can be made with or without alcohol so the whole family can enjoy them! 

    Pumpkin Tarte à la Bouille

    The filling in this delicious tarte is filled with the flavors of creamy pumpkin and warm spices. Serve it at your next dinner party with a dollop of whipped cream!  

    Hummingbird Cake
    King Cake

    Hummingbird Cake

    Hummingbird cake is a traditional southern dessert that’s a delicious combination of juicy pineapple, creamy banana, chopped nuts, and warm spices. It’s frosted with sweet cream cheese and would be the perfect ending to a special dinner! 

    King Cake

    This traditional dessert is typically served during Mardi Gras celebrations. It has a flavor that’s similar to cinnamon rolls and a texture that’s closer to a danish than a cake. Enjoy a slice with a cup of hot tea! 

    Crawfish Cakes

    Your kids will love these crawfish cakes! They’re made with store-bought ladyfingers and are decorated with red frosting and Twizzlers. These treats would also be great at Halloween! 

    Kentucky Transparent Pie

    This delicious pie features a filling that’s creamy and sweet! Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence! 

    Million Dollar Pound Cake

    Serve this moist and delicious pound cake at your next dinner party! It’s the perfect dessert to serve with fresh berries and vanilla ice cream! 

    Southern Sweet Potato Pie

    Easy Southern Dessert Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

    This luscious sweet potato pie will be the star of your holiday meal! It’s full of warm spices and bakes up beautifully.
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    Servings: 8
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    • 3 Medium sweet potatoes cooked
    • ¾ cup Butter
    • 2½ cup Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon Vanilla
    • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
    • 3 Eggs
    • 1 can Evaporated milk 14oz
    • 2 Frozen 9-inch pie shells

    Instructions 

    • Mash the cooked sweet potatoes in a bowl, then stir in the butter.
    • Combine sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl. Mix with mashed sweet potatoes.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and add the milk.
    • Stir the egg mixture into the sweet potato mixture.
    • Pour into pie shells and bake at 400 F degrees for about 45 minutes.
    Author: Izzy
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    About Izzy

    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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