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28 Old-Fashioned Cake and Cobbler Recipes

28 Old-Fashioned Cake and Cobbler Recipes

When you talk about classic dessert recipesIf you say something is old-fashioned, Southerners believe you can also say it’s tried and true or that it just tastes good. These decadent pies and fruit cobblers may be old-fashioned, but around here that really means they’re classic and will never go out of style.

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Apple pie is easy, delicious, and will stand the test of time. This double-crust classic will create a dessert memory that’s hard to forget! When you invite family and friends to share, there may be fights over the last bite.

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It doesn’t get more classic (or easy) than this peach cobbler recipe. Fresh peaches are absolutely the best, and while this juicy stone fruit is in season, make a plan to enjoy this bounty as much as possible. Consider our recipe for when the cobbler disappears. Fresh Peach Ice Cream.

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As beautiful as it is delicious, blueberry pie is the perfect way to use up fresh blueberries. This recipe calls for a whopping 6 cups of these blue beauties, and the flavor payoff is huge. In the meantime, you might want to commit to two of these pies, if only to keep up with demand.

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You probably already have all the ingredients you need to make this vinegar tart in your pantry. Despite its name, it actually has a sweet, fruity taste. At a time when it was difficult to obtain some ingredients, bakers were able to use the vinegar left over from the factory. winter canning and preservation To sweeten this cake.

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You’ll need 2 quarts of fresh strawberries for this cobbler recipe, so there’ll be no shortage of fruity flavor. Your dessert plate will come cleanly assembled, so you don’t have to worry about leftovers. But if you miraculously have a few servings left, you may want to keep it to yourself.

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This chilled cake is easy to make, will impress at any meal, and doesn’t require you to turn on the oven. Not only is it easy and quick, but it’s also a great entry point for someone who doesn’t really cook. Never be afraid. This cake is fail-proof.

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You can’t go wrong with homemade strawberry cake. It comes together with just six ingredients and allows the beautiful fruit to really shine. You can use homemade or store-bought pie crust as the base. Whichever you choose, the results will be delicious.

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In addition to water, as the name suggests, you’ll only need a handful of pantry staples and 5 minutes to throw this cake together. During the Depression, clever cooks found a way to make a delicious, family-friendly dessert that required the humblest of ingredients. The main part of this cake contains water. Flour, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, butter and a touch of vinegar complete the recipe.

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When choosing cherries, be careful to choose sweet cherries, not sour ones, for this tart recipe. To quickly remove the pits from these cherries, you can try our wine bottle chopstick hack to remove the pits. You will understand very quickly and you will want to use cherries in all your dessert recipes.

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This cake uses the whole lemon, zest and all. Shaker cooks thought lemon was important for a healthy diet. They designed this cake to utilize every bit of the fruit. We love serving this cake warm and it pairs perfectly with homemade vanilla ice cream!

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Tart lemon filling is piled high with fluffy meringue for a dessert that’s impossible to resist. This classic is always welcome at the table and die-hard fans may lose all control. Make sure you have plenty of those cake slices!

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We love old-fashioned cobbler made in cast-iron skillets because the crust gets extra crispy while the fruit gets soft and caramelized. The best of both shoemaker worlds. There are many desserts that can be made using a tool. cast iron skilletAnd that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Iain Bagwell

This simple, decadent chocolate pie filling can easily be used in your favorite purchased or homemade pie crust. The method is so accessible that there’s no reason why it shouldn’t be preferred for a potluck or family gathering. Be ready to share your secret.

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When it comes to pie recipes, this classic coconut pie recipe takes the blue ribbon. The refrigerated pie crust makes this easy, and the whipped cream and toasted coconut make it stunning. For those who enjoy this perfect flavor combination, this cake is for you.

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Who can resist the cakey goodness of a cobbler? Two types of apples add plenty of flavor to this version. It makes perfect sense to put a spoon of ice cream on top. We’re a little biased in favoring vanilla, but we’re very curious what your ice cream sensibilities might choose.

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The South has elevated pecan pie to a magical level, and this recipe is a great example of that magic. This classic shot is short, simple and sweet. You definitely need to pull out this cake recipe to celebrate the holidays or a beautifully prepared dinner any time of year.

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Not only is this cobbler a delicious experience, but the rich tones of the fruit make this cobbler especially photogenic. Too good to eat? Never.

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Refrigerated pie crust helps this pie come together with just a few whisks. The silky-smooth custard (made from eggs and half-and-half) filling is baked until the top is set but still slightly wobbly in the middle for the perfect texture. Craving homemade crust? try our recipe.

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Chocolate cobbler creates layers of soft cake filled with pudding-like pockets of fudge. What could be better than garnishing this with vanilla ice cream? You’re about one step away from ice cream sundaes, even better.

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Refreshing Key Lime Pie will instantly make you feel like you’re on vacation, whether that’s true or not. These flavors are almost tropical and you’ll be transported to the beach at first bite. The trick is to make sure you have enough to go around.

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The good news is that you probably already have most of the ingredients for this cake recipe in your pantry. Chess pie has a basic approach; So know that although there are a few steps, they are all pretty easy and require little technical skill. This classic Southern dessert is gooey, buttery, and sweet and pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee.

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Molasses and cookies come together to create this tangy, crumbly cake with a taste like no other. Made in eastern Pennsylvania Dutch communities, this dessert has found its way into community and church cookbooks across the country. Its base is a mixture of molasses, hot water, baking powder and eggs.

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This blackberry cobbler is so simple it only uses six ingredients. Top with whipped cream and mint garnish to make it special. You may also consider using basil, which is a perfect herb to pair with fresh fruit.

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Soul-soothing Sweet Potato Pie starts with a pre-made pie crust and is filled with the coconut-flavored sweet potato mixture we all love. Dare you make sweet potato pie outside of the holiday season? But of course! This dessert is delicious any time of year.

Micah A. Leal

When fresh summer fruits are in season, you don’t need to limit yourself to just one when making cobbler. This recipe combines both peaches and blueberries to create a decadent summer treat.

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Silky, sweet, and utterly decadent—this classic Southern pie will have you hooked in seconds. You’ll earn cake bragging rights at any event that calls for dessert. Make sure you’re ready to share details on how you’ll achieve this cake victory.

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Cobblers aren’t just for fruits! Bananas shine in this dessert recipe that you can enjoy year-round.

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A nod to Southern cakes and pies of old, the gooey buttery topping is reminiscent of sweet cornbread and butter cakes. This is a cobbler to remember. In fact, those who are rewarded for your efforts may want your efforts to be repeated.