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Every Southerner’s life is marked by cakes.
Try the 18-layer masterpiece first.)
The spiced soda perfectly compliments the cocoa and buttermilk in the batter.
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The tender, subtly chocolate cake is finished with an old-schoolErmine Frosting.
Chocolate Birthday Cake
We think anyone would be lucky to receive this homemade confection on their birthday.
The sprinkles on top are an absolute must.
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It’s the ideal dessert for any summer celebrations, especially kids' birthday parties.
The layers must be moist, but the icing is the ultimate key.
you better constantly stir it, pay attention, and don’t over-cook.
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Southerners know Duke’s mayonnaise is as useful in desserts as it is on a sandwich.
This ultra-moist cake proves it.
While there are too many award-worthypound cakesto list, this buttery pound cake stands out.
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The ultra-thick layers and mouthwatering cream cheese frosting make this red velvet cake a masterpiece of epic proportions.
Trust us, this cake is worth the extra effort to master.
The fruit-filled, bourbon-spiked, meringue-topped cake is a delicious must-try.
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It requires no leveling or layering, but the sprinkles are mandatory.
Once mastered, everyone you know will be requesting this cake for their birthday.
Mama’s Rum Cake
This festive, rum-soaked dessert is a major hit at Southern holiday parties.
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Caramel Apple Cake
We think this beautiful cake should be in every Southerner’s fall-baking repertoire.
Topped with sauteed apple slices and an amazing Apple Brandy-Caramel Sauce, this single-layer cake is unique and special.
This is the ultimate coconut cake that we won’t be giving up anytime soon.
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It’s appropriate for every occasion on its own and versatile enough to show-case any festive cake decor.
Mama would be proud.
This cake is so pretty, no one will have any idea it wasno-bake.
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It’s also thankfully fairly easy to master with the right ingredients and a few tricks.
One must-know trick is to cool the cake upside down so it releases cleanly from the pan.
Luscious Lemon Cake
A good lemon layer cake is a must-have in your baking arsenal.
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