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    Home » Roundups

    Classic Baked Goods: Grandma’s Recipes for The Best Cakes And Pies

    Published: Apr 17, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Grandma always made baking effortless. Delicious pies and moist cakes would be baked to perfection for every holiday or occasion. With this collection of pies and cakes, you can whip up your own amazing baked goods with ease!

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    Forget the boxed cake mix and frozen pie crust and learn how to make these mouthwatering scratch made desserts. We have a decadent pound cake, coconut cream pie and carrot cake that are tried and true recipes. You will love how easy these pies and cakes come together and feel you have mastered baking!

    Loaf Pan Sour Cream Pound Cake

    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    A slice of this Loaf Pan Sour Cream Pound Cake is like a hug in a cake form! Soft, tangy, and topped with a glaze, it's a perfect afternoon treat with fruit and whipped cream on the side.

    Get the recipe: Loaf Pan Sour Cream Pound Cake

    Strawberry Blueberry Pie

    Photo Credit: Chenée Today

    This Strawberry Blueberry Pie with frozen berries and a delicious crumb topping. Made with an old-fashioned strawberry blueberry pie filling and an all-butter pie crust, it's a satisfying dessert.

    Get the recipe: Strawberry Blueberry Pie

    Sock It To Me Cake From Scratch

    Sock It To Me Cake From Scratch
    Photo Credit: Britney Breaks Bread

    This moist cake with cinnamon pecan filling is a delicious cake for any occasion. The cream glaze brings out the buttery texture that makes the pound cake melt in your mouth with every bite.

    Get the recipe: Sock It To Me Cake From Scratch

    Southern Peach Pie

    A slice of southern peach pie.
    Photo Credit: Maria's Mixing Bowl

    With perfectly ripe, juicy peaches in a buttery, flaky crust, every bite is a taste of sweetness. Try this recipe now, and make summer more fun!

    Get the Recipe: Southern Peach Pie

    Homemade Carrot Cake

    Photo Credit: Julia Recipes

    Homemade carrot cake is a classic dessert that never goes out of style. With its moist texture & warm spice, it’s perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays.

    Get the recipe: Homemade Carrot Cake

    Lemon Chiffon Pie With Cornflakes Crust

    Lemon Chiffon Pie With Cornflakes Crust
    Photo Credit: Boulder Locavore

    This vintage lemon chiffon pie is made with a cornflake crust. The fluffy filling has the perfect amount of lemon for a fresh citrus flavor.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Chiffon Pie With Cornflakes Crust

    Southern Pecan Pie

    Photo Credit: Small Town Woman

    This easy Southern Pecan Pie is rich, sweet, and so easy to make. Whip it up for any holiday or special occasion!

    Get the recipe: Easy Southern Pecan Pie

    Coconut Cream Pie

    Photo Credit: Small Town Woman

    This Coconut Cream Pie has a buttery pie crust filled with coconut pudding and topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut. For all you coconut lovers, this is the ultimate dessert.

    Get the recipe: Coconut Cream Pie

    Strawberry Angel Food Cake

    Photo Credit: Bonni Bakery

    This Strawberry Angel Food Cake is flavored with strawberries, giving it a pink hue and a fruity taste. An Angel Food Cake dessert that's great for potlucks, picnics or any holiday.

    Get the recipe: Strawberry Angel Food Cake

    Chocolate Orange Cake with Orange Frosting

    A slice of the chocolate orange cake with orange frosting.
    Photo Credit: A Taste of Madness

    Not everyone is a fan of the chocolate and orange combo, and some might find it a bit unusual. But even if this is not your go-to pairing, maybe this recipe can change your mind. It offers the subtle flavors of the orange but still offers the moist, velvety flavor of the chocolate. Trust me, it is worth a try!

    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Orange Cake with Orange Frosting

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    Hi, I'm Bobbie! Welcome to Blue's Best Life. I'm a self-taught cook that loves to cook wholesome meals while still enjoying a truly decadent dessert, because there is always room for a little something sweet!

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