Southern-Born Baked Delights

Sweet, simple and perfect for sharing, these creative and delicious versions of Southern classics are sure to satisfy

As we wait out the last few chilly weeks before mild spring weather begins to break through, we find ourselves craving carby favorites to warm our bellies. So we were thrilled to find The Southern Baking Cookbook to help us out. “My mother, an avid home baker and artist, instilled in me her love of preparing and presenting food,” shares food stylist and author Jenn Davis. “No store-bought birthday cakes or frozen pies made their way into her kitchen.” In her new book, Davis delivers that same sensibility, sharing beautiful and delicious homemade takes on Southern baking classics from cobbler to cookies. Try one of these mouthwatering delights tonight!

CHERRY-PLUM SKILLET COBBLER

Serves 8

1/2 cup unsalted butter, sliced into 1 Squares

1 cup plus 2 tbsp flour

1/2 cup sugar

2 cup brown sugar

2 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. kosher salt

1 tsp. cinnamon

1 cup whole milk

1 tsp. vanilla

1/2 tsp. pure almond extract

1 tbsp. bourbon

2 tsp. fresh orange zest

2 cups fresh bing cherries, stems and pits removed and cut in half

2 cups 1/4-thick slices fresh red plums