23 Southern Christmas Desserts Grandma Always Made

Southern Christmas desserts carry the kind of holiday magic only Grandma could create. These classics filled her kitchen with warm spices, sweet aromas, and the unmistakable charm of old-fashioned Southern baking. They were always made with love, served with pride, and enjoyed by every generation gathered around the holiday table. Get ready to revisit the sweet Southern traditions that made Christmas unforgettable.

Scandinavian Almond Cake – Easy Bundt Cake Recipe

Scandinavian Almond Cake – Easy Bundt Cake Recipe
Scandinavian Almond Cake – Easy Bundt Cake Recipe. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Moist and dense almond-flavored bundt cake made with simple ingredients. A holiday favorite that needs no frosting and tastes even better once fully cooled.
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Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake with Chocolate Glaze

Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake with Chocolate Glaze
Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake with Chocolate Glaze. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

A rich and decadent chocolate bundt cake with chocolate chips and silky glaze. Perfect for celebrations or serious chocolate cravings.
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Homemade Chocolate Cream Pie

Homemade Chocolate Cream Pie
Homemade Chocolate Cream Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Ultra creamy chocolate cream pie with a no-bake filling made from chocolate pudding and cream cheese. Silky smooth and incredibly easy.
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Dutch Apple Pie Recipe

Dutch Apple Pie Recipe
Dutch Apple Pie Recipe. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Classic Dutch apple pie filled with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with buttery streusel. A nostalgic dessert that beats store-bought.
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Bisquick Apple Cobbler

Bisquick Apple Cobbler
Bisquick Apple Cobbler. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Quick apple cobbler made with Bisquick and fresh apples. A warm and comforting dessert that comes together in about 30 minutes.
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Easy Canned Mandarin Orange Cake

Easy Canned Mandarin Orange Cake
Easy Canned Mandarin Orange Cake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Light and moist mandarin orange cake topped with creamy pineapple frosting. A refreshing, chilled dessert that brings back vintage potluck memories.
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Heath Bar Cake

Heath Bar Cake
Heath Bar Cake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Tender brown sugar cake filled with Heath bar pieces and topped with buttery crumbs. Sweet, crunchy, and perfect without frosting.
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Turtle Pie Recipe

Turtle Pie Recipe
Turtle Pie Recipe. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Creamy no-bake chocolate cream cheese pie layered with caramel, pecans, and whipped topping. A great dessert to make ahead for gatherings.
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Grandma’s Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Cake

Grandma’s Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Cake
Grandma’s Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Cake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Gooey chocolate pudding cake that creates its own sauce as it bakes. A warm and nostalgic dessert made from simple pantry staples.
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Chess Pie with Nuts and Raisins

Chess Pie with Nuts and Raisins
Chess Pie with Nuts and Raisins. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Old-fashioned chess pie filled with raisins and nuts. A rich and sweet slice of Southern nostalgia from a 1952 family recipe.
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Easy Buttermilk Pie

Easy Buttermilk Pie
Easy Buttermilk Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Classic Southern buttermilk pie with a creamy, custard-style filling. Simple to make and always a favorite.
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Lemon Lush

Lemon Lush
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Layered lemon dessert with a nutty crust, creamy center, and bright lemon topping. A holiday and potluck classic.
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Grandma’s Secret Oatmeal Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting

Grandma’s secret Oatmeal Cake: A budget-friendly dessert with decadent coconut pecan frosting
Grandma’s Secret Oatmeal Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Vintage oatmeal cake with the flavor of warm spices and oatmeal texture. Topped with decadent coconut pecan frosting.
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Baker’s Square Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie

Bakers Square Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie
Baker’s Square Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

A show-stopping coconut cream pie inspired by the beloved Baker’s Square classic. Features layers of rich coconut flavor.
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Classic Karo Syrup Pecan Pie

Classic Karo Syrup Pecan Pie
Classic Karo Syrup Pecan Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Traditional pecan pie made with Karo syrup and toasted pecans. A heritage recipe passed down for generations.
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Lemon Chiffon Pie

Lemon Chiffon Pie
Lemon Chiffon Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Light and airy lemon chiffon filling in a graham cracker crust. A bright and refreshing make-ahead dessert.
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Jam Cake

Jam Cake
Jam Cake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Spiced jam cake with raisins, nuts, and sweet brown sugar frosting. A treasured old-fashioned holiday dessert.
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Southern Walnut Pie

Southern Walnut Pie (The Affordable Pecan Alternative)
Southern Walnut Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

A budget-friendly alternative to pecan pie made with walnuts. Sweet, nutty, and just as satisfying as the classic version.
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Old Fashioned Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Old-fashioned cream cheese pound cake
Old Fashioned Cream Cheese Pound Cake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Classic cream cheese pound cake made with cake flour for a soft crumb. A simple and delicious Southern dessert.
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Lane Cake

Lane Cake
Lane Cake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Traditional Alabama Lane Cake that’s filled with a rich mixture of coconut, pecans, and dried fruit. A true Southern holiday classic.
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Vinegar Pie

Vinegar Pie
Vinegar Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Creamy old-fashioned vinegar pie from the Depression era. Sweet and tangy with simple pantry ingredients.
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Banana Pudding with Sour Cream

Banana Pudding with Sour Cream
Banana Pudding with Sour Cream. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Classic banana pudding layered with vanilla wafers and bananas. Sour cream adds a tangy twist to the creamy filling.
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Sour Cream Raisin Pie

Sour Cream Raisin Pie
Sour Cream Raisin Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Old-fashioned pie with a creamy, sweet filling and plump raisins. A classic dessert with nostalgic flavor.
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