7 Sweet and Savory Old-Fashioned Goodies

Buttermilk Slab Pie sliced on a floral plate

Spread with butter, chock-full of pecans, or cloaked in frosting, these sweet and savory classics will be sure crowd-pleasers for occasions year-round. Find more delicious recipes and Southern style ideas by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.


1. Pecan Cheese Pennies

Pecan Cheese Pennies on a silver tray

Infused with a dash of smokiness, these crispy bites round out any entertaining spread.

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2. Carrot Cake

Carrot cake on a pale blue pedestal stand

Try this top-notch take on a timeless treat from our sister magazine Bake from Scratch.

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3. Bacon-Cheddar Angel Biscuits

Bacon-Cheddar Angel Biscuits on a wooden board

Cheesy biscuits peppered with bacon will be the star of your breadbasket.

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4. Oatmeal Lace Cookies

Oatmeal Lace Cookies on a floral crescent plate

Serve these dainty confections with hot tea or coffee for an afternoon delight.

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5. Pecan Chewies

Pecan Chewies on a white platter

Your family will relish our sugar-dusted bars bursting with pecans.

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6. Sweet Southern Cornbread

Southern cornbread in a cast-iron skillet

Our sister publication Southern Cast Iron adds a hint of sweetness to classic cornbread.

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7. Buttermilk Slab Pie

Buttermilk Slab Pie sliced on a floral plate

A scrumptious finale no matter the season, this simple dessert is a perennial favorite.

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