Many of our greatest memories and milestones are hallmarked by something homecooked from Grandma.

Whether its adecadent cakeor aclassic pie, these cherished dessert recipes keep those memories alive for years to come.

Grandmas homemade coconut cake recipe uses flaked coconut, coconut extract, and generous amounts of whipped cream frosting.

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Often made with fresh-picked pecans from her front yard, this pie is a true labor of love.

This classic and timeless recipe received high praise from our five-star reviewers.

Each bite of this warm cinnamon-spiced dessert is filled with nostalgia.

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Her crunchy, homemade crust was perfectly complemented by the creamy, spiced goodness of the sweet potato filling.

Grandmas apple pie had the perfect balance of sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples and a golden crust.

Wed help roll the dough in cinnamon sugar and then patiently watch our creations bake in the oven.

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According to one five-star reviewer, this recipes homemade graham cracker crust truly makes the key lime shine.

Fun and super easy to make, these cookies combined two childhood staples: peanut butter and Hersheys chocolate.

Their chewy, soft centers were perfectly complemented by their ever-so-slightly crispy edges.

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Southern Living Fresh Peach Cobbler in a bowl to serve with ice cream

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Pound cake

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Apple bread pudding

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Classic Mississippi Sweet Potato Pie slice on a plate

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Pecan Pralines

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Southern Living Margaret Bragg’s Buttermilk Pie sliced and ready to serve

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Snickerdoodle cookies

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Heavenly Key Lime Pie

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Southern Living Possum Pie topped with chopped pecans

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Southern Living Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies on a baking pan baked and ready to serve

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Chewy Molasses Cookies

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homemade cinnamon rolls

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