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    You Had Me at Derby Pie! 21 Southern Sweets to Celebrate the Race

    Published: Apr 30, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Nothing says race day quite like a table packed with homemade Southern desserts. From rich, chocolatey Derby Pie to fluffy hummingbird cake and buttery chess squares, these treats are as much a tradition as the race itself. Whether you’re hosting a big bash or just looking for an excuse to whip up something sweet, these recipes are guaranteed winners. Grab a fork and get ready to dive into some seriously delicious Southern classics!

    Old Fashioned Southern Pecan Praline Recipe

    A rack of cooled praline pecans.
    Old Fashioned Southern Pecan Praline Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Pralines are a Southern classic! Homemade caramel cross between a candy. and a cook. A heavenly treat that just takes 10 minutes!
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Southern Pecan Praline Recipe

    Gooey Carmelita Bars With Caramel, Chocolate And Oatmeal

    Gooey Carmelita Bars With Caramel, Chocolate And Oatmeal. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

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    Carmelitas with oatmeal crust, chocolate chips, and gooey caramel, topped with flaky sea salt. A sweet, chewy dessert that’s perfect for sharing.
    Get the Recipe: Gooey Carmelita Bars With Caramel, Chocolate And Oatmeal

    Chocolate Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce

    A piece of chocolate cake with a fork on top.
    Chocolate Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Decadent chocolate bread pudding topped with toasted pecans, coconut, and a bourbon-infused sauce.
    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce

    Old-Fashioned Angel Food Cake With Lemon Curd

    Old-Fashioned Angel Food Cake With Lemon Curd. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Light and fluffy Angel Food Cake made with egg whites, vanilla, and powdered sugar. A simple, airy dessert that’s like a slice of heaven.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Angel Food Cake With Lemon Curd

    Pecan Praline Cheesecake With Caramel Sauce

    A cheesecake sliced into twelve pieces, decorated with whole pecans on several slices, displayed on a white plate—a delicious example for anyone seeking unique cheesecake ideas.
    Pecan Praline Cheesecake With Caramel Sauce. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    This Praline Cheesecake with caramel sauce has everything you crave—a crunchy pecan crust, creamy cheesecake, and rich, homemade caramel.
    Get the Recipe: Pecan Praline Cheesecake With Caramel Sauce

    Kentucky Bourbon Balls Recipe (No Bake)

    Rows of round chocolate truffles topped with pecan halves are arranged on parchment paper. With their glossy coating and decorative pecans, these treats make irresistible Super Bowl desserts for any celebration.
    Kentucky Bourbon Balls Recipe (No Bake). Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Kentucky Bourbon Balls made with bourbon-soaked pecans, butter, and powdered sugar are a sweet, boozy treat for any occasion.
    Get the Recipe: Kentucky Bourbon Balls Recipe (No Bake)

    Vintage Banana Split Cake With Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting

    A bundt cake topped with white and caramel glaze, drizzled with chocolate, and sprinkled with chopped pecans, sits on a white plate—the perfect treat for a bit of baking therapy.
    Vintage Banana Split Cake With Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    A moist banana split bundt cake with pineapple, maraschino cherries, and pecans, topped with pineapple cream cheese frosting.
    Get the Recipe: Vintage Banana Split Cake With Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting

    Hummingbird Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Tray of sliced sheet cake topped with creamy white frosting and sprinkled with chopped pecans, with a serving spatula partially under one piece and a knife resting beside the tray.
    Hummingbird Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Hummingbird Sheet Cake combines ripe bananas, pineapple, and cinnamon with a rich cream cheese frosting and crunchy pecans.
    Get the Recipe: Hummingbird Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Light And Flaky Banana Nut Scones With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Light And Flaky Banana Nut Scones With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Fluffy banana scones with pecans and brown butter frosting. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and the perfect mix of sweet and buttery.
    Get the Recipe: Light And Flaky Banana Nut Scones With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Chocolate Walnut Kentucky Derby Pie (+ Bourbon Whipped Cream)

    A fork cutting a bite of derby pie.
    Chocolate Walnut Kentucky Derby Pie (+ Bourbon Whipped Cream). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This classic Derby Pie is made with a butter crust and a chocolate and walnut filling. lt’s like a chocolate chip cookie in pie form.
    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Walnut Kentucky Derby Pie (+ Bourbon Whipped Cream)

    Lemon Shortbread Cookies With Lemon Zest

    Lemon Shortbread Cookies With Lemon Zest. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Buttery lemon shortbread cookies with fresh zest and a perfect touch of sweetness. Easy to make and deliciously melt-in-your-mouth.
    Get the Recipe: Lemon Shortbread Cookies With Lemon Zest

    Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding With Meringue

    A classic southern desserts favorite, creamy banana pudding topped with fluffy meringue is partially served with a spoon, resting beside several vintage metal spoons on a gray surface.
    Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding With Meringue. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    This warm banana pudding is a deliciously creamy dessert made with fresh bananas and a rich custard.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding With Meringue

    No-Bake Turtle Pie With A Chocolate Caramel Sauce

    No-Bake Turtle Pie With A Chocolate Caramel Sauce. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Turtle Pie features a delicious Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and homemade caramel sauce with pecans, making it the ultimate indulgence.
    Get the Recipe: No-Bake Turtle Pie With A Chocolate Caramel Sauce

    Homemade Blueberry Biscuits (Bojangles Copycat)

    Homemade Blueberry Biscuits (Bojangles Copycat). Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Blueberry biscuits with a creamy lemon glaze are made with fresh blueberries, buttermilk, and a touch of cream cheese for the perfect sweet treat.
    Get the Recipe: Homemade Blueberry Biscuits (Bojangles Copycat)

    Pecan Pie Cheesecake

    Pecan Pie Cheesecake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Caramel Pecan Pie Cheesecake is the perfect Thanksgiving dessert! Cheesecake topped with pecans with warm caramel drizzled over! SO GOOD!
    Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Cheesecake

    Moist Texas Sheet Cake With Pecans

    Moist Texas Sheet Cake With Pecans. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Texas Sheet Cake with cocoa, bittersweet chocolate, and pecans. A simple recipe that’s big on flavor and texture.
    Get the Recipe: Moist Texas Sheet Cake With Pecans

    Peach Cobbler Cake Recipe

    A blue baking pan with peach cobbler cake covered with ice cream.
    Peach Cobbler Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    No mixer is needed for this simple peach cake. Melted butter in the baking dish creates a fabulous crust.
    Get the Recipe: Peach Cobbler Cake Recipe

    Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe With Premade Pie Crust

    Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe With Premade Pie Crust. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    This easy peach cobbler with premade pie crust recipe only takes about 15 minutes to prepare using fresh, canned, or frozen peaches.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe With Premade Pie Crust

    Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

    A sliced sweet potato pie topped with whipped cream.
    Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Southern Sweet Potato Pie is a beloved dessert, similar to pumpkin pie but even better. Serve it all year long, not just during the holidays.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

    Southern Recipe For A Buttermilk Pie

    A buttermilk pie that has been cut into slices.
    Southern Recipe For A Buttermilk Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Treat yourself to the creamy delight of Southern Buttermilk Pie. It’s a classic with a touch of cinnamon – pure yumminess!
    Get the Recipe: Southern Recipe For A Buttermilk Pie

    Roasted Candied Pecans

    Roasted pecans in a skillet with the sugar and spices.
    Roasted Candied Pecans. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This recipe for candied pecans makes for slightly sweet roasted nuts that are just what you need for your next get together. A quick and easy snack you’ll love.
    Get the Recipe: Roasted Candied Pecans

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