10 Essential Southern Dessert Recipes (Slideshow)
February 20, 2014
There's nothing quite like a Southern dessert
Pecan Pie
A favorite on holidays and every day, this delicious pecan pie recipe is a definite go-to dessert.
Carrot Cake
Another classic dessert, this carrot cake features a rich layer of cream cheese frosting.
Strawberry Shortcake
"To add a special twist, I macerated the berries in a bit of balsamic vinegar, which gives an extra layer of flavor to this simple, delicious dessert." — Special Contributor, Carly Goldsmith.
Peach Cobbler
Who could resist the unbeatable original Peach Cobbler spiced up with some peach brandy??
Red Velvet Cake

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This Southern classic is a rich, buttery, and brightly colored addition to your next dinner party or celebration.
Coconut Cream Pie
For something both new and classic, try this coconut cream pie featuring toasted coconuts and lime whipped cream.
Click here to try this Toasted Coconut Cream Pie with Lime Whipped Cream Recipe
Grilled Peach Hand Pies
Grill up these peach hand pies for another unique and delicious take on a Southern classic.
Key Lime Pie
Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this delicious key lime pie recipe, which is given a rich and creamy texture by using condensed milk in the filling.
Pound Cake

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This airy pound cake recipe is a delicate variation on an American dessert original.
Sweet Potato Pie

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What Southern dessert list would be complete without sweet potato pie? This recipe adds candied bacon to this classic favorite.
Click here to try this Sweet Potato Pie with Candied Bacon Recipe