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Food

The 13 Most Popular Recipes of 2020

From a classic Southern cake with caramel frosting to a delicious Cheerwine cherry cobbler, these recipes are our readers’ favorites — and ours, too!

by Our State Editors
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The Sweet Boys’ Chocolate Babka

This award-winning babka is a buttery, sugary swirl of holiday cheer: chocolate, apricot, cinnamon, and coffee.

by Our State Editors
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Date Nut Bars

These soft, sweet oatmeal bars are a scrumptious holiday treat.

by Lynn Wells
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Watch: How to Make Eggnog Layer Cake

A showstopping dessert inspired by the festive holiday drink.

by Lynn Wells
Photo Essay

The Fare of the North Carolina State Fair

We’ll be dreaming of those 11 delicious days in Raleigh until we’re back at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. For now, we’re fondly revisiting the best eats — and the friendliest faces — that only come around once a year.

by Katie Saintsing
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Coconut Cream Pie

Crazy for coconut? Try this cool and creamy dessert.

by Lynn Wells
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Blueberry Cheesecake

Fresh blueberries turn this ultra-creamy cheesecake with a buttery crust into the perfect summertime dessert.

by Lynn Wells
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Aunt Addie’s Caramel Cake

The star of this classic Southern cake is the incredible caramel frosting.

by Lynn Wells

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