The Diary of Southern Lifestyle Author Pat Branning

The Diary of Southern Lifestyle Author Pat Branning

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Finally, The Southern Secret to Chocolate Cake. A surprising ingredient makes this a classic vintage dessert and a favorite for decades since 1956.

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Patricia A Branning
Nov 22, 2024
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Fresh fruits, magnolia leaves, artichokes, fresh grapes, and our Southern camellias - all-natural elements make for the finest decor.

The Southern Secret to Chocolate Cake

Vintage 1956

Mayonnaise Cake should be part of every Southern woman’s repertoire. This is a photo of just one layer of the cake made with this recipe which makes 3 layers.

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