Sundays in the South always came with something sweet waiting on the kitchen counter. Whether it was Grandma’s banana pudding or a gooey pecan treat fresh from the oven, these Southern desserts that made Sunday special have a way of sticking in your memory. Let’s take a stroll through the flavors that turned a simple Sunday into something unforgettable.
Really, Really Good Old Fashioned Rice Pudding
This comforting and creamy rice pudding is more like a rich vanilla custard that’s topped with next level bourbon-soaked raisins.
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Coconut Custard Pie: A Southern Classic
Creamy coconut custard pie made with coconut milk, egg yolks, and a golden crust. Baked and topped with toasted coconut for a perfect finish.
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Old Fashioned Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe From Scratch
Buttery cream cheese pound cake with vanilla and lemon zest. Soft, dense, and delicious—ideal for sharing or freezing for later.
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Pecan Praline Cheesecake With Caramel Sauce
This Praline Cheesecake with caramel sauce has everything you crave—a crunchy pecan crust, creamy cheesecake, and rich, homemade caramel.
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Peach and Blueberry Skillet Cobbler
Sweet peaches and tart blueberries bake into a bubbling filling beneath a golden, crisp topping. This easy cobbler combines classic flavors in one irresistible summer dessert.
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Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler with Pie Crust
With a thick, buttery pie crust topping golden peaches bubbling underneath, this cobbler is a nostalgic Southern treat. It’s comfort food at its finest, perfect for enjoying warm with a scoop of ice cream.
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Hummingbird Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Hummingbird Sheet Cake combines ripe bananas, pineapple, and cinnamon with a rich cream cheese frosting and crunchy pecans.
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Old-Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies (Soft And Chewy)
Whip up these Old-Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Raisin Cookies with oats, brown sugar, and a sweet glaze—just like the ones you loved as a kid.
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Southern Peach Cobbler Cake
This cake captures everything you love about a peach cobbler — gooey peaches, warm spices, and a soft, moist cake. It’s an easy showstopper for those who crave both comfort and elegance in one bite.
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Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding With Meringue
This warm banana pudding is a deliciously creamy dessert made with fresh bananas and a rich custard.
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Chocolate Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce
Decadent chocolate bread pudding topped with toasted pecans, coconut, and a bourbon-infused sauce.
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Peach Pie with Cinnamon Crumb Topping
This pie features a buttery crust loaded with fresh peaches and topped with a crunchy cinnamon crumble. A showstopping dessert that’s sure to impress at any Southern table.
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Southern Recipe For A Buttermilk Pie
Treat yourself to the creamy delight of Southern Buttermilk Pie. It’s a classic with a touch of cinnamon – pure yumminess!
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Old Fashioned Southern Pecan Praline Recipe
Pralines are a Southern classic! Homemade caramel cross between a candy. and a cook. A heavenly treat that just takes 10 minutes!
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Banana Pudding Recipe With Cream Cheese (With Mascarpone Option!)
This banana pudding recipe with cream cheese (or Marscapone!) is even better than the classic. The yummiest, easiest homemade pudding recipe!
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Southern Peach Crisp
A warm Southern peach crisp with juicy fresh peaches under a crunchy cinnamon oat topping. This classic dessert is the perfect summer fruit recipe to enjoy fresh peaches in every bite.
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Peach Ice Cream Sandwich
Inspired by the Masters Tournament, these peach ice cream sandwiches combine creamy peach ice cream with soft sugar cookies for a refreshing and nostalgic dessert. A must-try sweet treat that celebrates summer peaches.
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