Classic Southern Desserts

Discover our favorite cheesecake recipes, including baked cheesecakes, no-bake desserts, bars, cookies, and bite-size treats—easy, creamy, and perfect for any occasion.

This No-Bake Banana Cream Pie is rich, creamy, and perfectly sliceable thanks to a cream cheese and pudding filling layered with fresh bananas and a buttery vanilla wafer crust. An easy, nostalgic dessert that sets up beautifully every time—no oven required!

This easy Apple Upside-Down Cake starts with a white cake mix and bakes up beautifully in a cast iron skillet or a regular pan. Warm, caramelized, and delicious!

Slap-Ya-Mama Pound Cake is a classic Southern dessert known for its rich flavor and buttery crumb. This old-fashioned pound cake recipe is simple to make and turns out perfectly moist every time—just the kind of cake you’d expect to see cooling on a Southern kitchen counter.

This easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake recipe combines the rich, gooey flavors of classic pecan pie with the simplicity of a yellow cake mix. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any time you crave a sweet, buttery treat!

Beat the heat with these irresistible icebox desserts! From creamy puddings and no-bake cheesecakes to chilled trifles, pies, and cakes—these cool treats are perfect for summer.

This Chocolate Banana Bread is made completely from scratch with ripe bananas and rich cocoa powder, creating a moist, tender loaf with deep chocolate flavor. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert, it’s an easy recipe that satisfies every chocolate lover’s craving!

This cozy sourdough loaf is packed with cinnamon, fresh apples, sweet Craisins, and crunchy toasted pecans. A warm, flavorful bread perfect for fall mornings, holiday brunches, or anytime comfort baking.

If you’re looking for the world’s simplest but most delicious biscuit, you’ve come to the right place! These light, fluffy biscuits are incredibly fast and easy to make and packed full of flavor and texture. 

If you’re looking for a simple chocolate cake with the texture of velvet, this is the recipe for you. This easy doctored cake mix uses a fun and interesting addition - mayonnaise. 

If you’re a fan of homemade muffins but you’re also love that delicious coconut pecan frosting that comes in a canister, this is the perfect recipe for you. This is a from-scratch muffin recipe that added frosting directly to the mix. 

If you loved those amazing Brach’s nougat candies as a child you’re going to flip over this easy DIY version. It calls for just a few ingredients and comes together in minutes!

Learn how to make classic divinity using meringue powder for reliable results every time. This no-fail method is perfect for holidays and gifting.

Inspired by the iconic Golden Girls, these Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Cookies combine soft, spiced cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake center for the ultimate fall dessert! Easy, festive, and full of cozy flavor—perfect for Thanksgiving, cookie swaps, or pumpkin lovers everywhere.

If you’re in the mood for pumpkin spice and you love the rich warmth of a bread pudding, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make a simple and delicious pumpkin bread pudding! 

If you love warm, buttery French toast but you’re also a fan of a PB&J sandwich, you’re going to flip over this simple but delicious recipe! 

These delicious peanut butter cookies turn out beautifully every single time. Best of all, they're easy to whip up.

If you love the warm flavor of peaches and the rich comfort of a good bread pudding, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make my favorite Peach Bread Pudding. Best of all, it starts with canned biscuits!

If you love a rich chocolate pudding, creamy and luscious, you’re going to love this recipe. Best of all, it comes together in minutes and only calls for a few ingredients.

If you love salty cashews covered in creamy milk chocolate, this is the recipe for you. Best of all, this candy comes together in just minutes and tastes delicious. 

If you’re looking for the world’s simplest chocolate cake, this is the recipe for you! It comes together in no time at all, and is completely egg and milk free!

If you're looking for creative ways to take a simple box of yellow cake mix and turn it into a delicious cake that's anything but simple, this is the post for you! Keep reading, because I'm going to share some of my favorite Doctored Yellow Cake Mix recipes.

If you love a yummy spice cake and you’re also a fan of banana bread, this is the perfect simple treat for you. It comes together quickly and starts with a box of cake mix.

If you’re looking for a simple but delicious Tres Leches cake, one filled with rich, luscious texture and flavor, this is the post for you!

If you love the bright flavor of lemon curd but you’re turned off by the price and availability, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how I made lemon curd from scratch in my own kitchen!

If you love a sweet creamy dessert that’s pudding-like in consistency you’re going to enjoy this old-fashioned rice pudding! 

If you love a rich, luscious cheesecake bar, and you’re also a fan of pecan pie, have I got a treat for you! These delicious Pecan Pie Cheesecake bars are simple to make and offer you both worlds at once!

If you’ve got some leftover sourdough starter and need a way to use it, then this recipe is perfect for you. This is a delicious and simple banana bread that calls for 8 ounces of unfed starter.

If you love a rich golden butter cake but prefer a homemade one, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make a simple and delicious Kentucky Butter Cake.

If you're looking for a simple but tasty banana recipe, this is the one for you! Unlike other recipes, this one calls for a couple of unusual ingredients--pudding and vanilla wafers!

Is there anything finer than a warm, rich cake in the fall? Here at Out of the Box Baking we've got you covered with dozens of autumn-themed cakes, perfect for the season!

If you love peanut butter and chocolate together, I’ve got a real treat for you! These delicious Chewies have a chocolate base and a peanut butter layer on top. Best of all, they’re easy to make because they start with a couple of boxes of cake mix! 

If you love a luscious, pillowy sugar cookie but you’re also a fan of cream cheese, this is the cookie for you. In this post I’m going to show you how to make these delicious Golden Girls Cheesecake Cookies.

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Discover over 100 doctored cake mix recipes — from holiday bundts and pumpkin spice cakes to cookies, bars, and desserts. Turn any boxed cake mix into a showstopper with these easy, tested ideas.

You don't want to spend all day in the kitchen baking when you could be having fun in the sun! In this post you'll discover 75 amazing and easy desserts, perfect for the summertime!

If you love the flavor of fresh peaches and caramel you will love this easy bundt cake! It comes together in minutes and starts with a box of cake mix. 

Sink your fork into rich German chocolate pound cake with creamy canned frosting baked right inside. This easy twist on a classic pound cake delivers moist texture and gooey layers—perfect for dessert night or celebrations.

Make rich, creamy fudge with just a can of frosting and chocolate chips! This no-bake treat is quick, customizable, and perfect for gifting or snacking.

If you love a rich chocolate and vanilla cake with some of the fluffiest frosting in town, this is the recipe for you! This came is from scratch but comes together as quickly as a boxed mix. And it has a secret ingredient. . .mayonnaise!