Taste of the South

8 Layer Cakes We Crave

have long been a tradition in Southern communities for their simple steps and impressive results. All kinds of flavors and techniques have evolved over the years, but one thing always seems to remain—the opportunity for creativity. Bakeries from all across the region have created their own signature interpretations, each just as eye-catching as the last. With the holidays on our doorstep, we wish we could add them all to our dessert spread, but we had to narrow

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