Across the United States, locals have concocted sweet treats that visitors should definitely sample. Some are so delicious they’re worth fighting over.
Regional Desserts
From Pennsylvania and Maine’s whoopie pie to Alabama’s Lane cake, each state has its own unique dessert. The whoopie pie, a chocolate cake-like cookie sandwich filled with cream, has a contested origin story, with both Pennsylvania and Maine claiming to be its birthplace.
Maine took things one step further by making the whoopie pie the official state “treat” in 2011. Alabama’s Lane cake, on the other hand, is a layer cake with a buttery, bourbon- or brandy-spiked raisin mixture that sometimes includes pecans and coconut.
Other notable desserts include the marionberry pie from Oregon, the key lime pie from Florida, and the Boston cream pie from Massachusetts. Each of these desserts has its own unique history and flavor profile, making them a must-try for anyone visiting these states.
More Desserts
In addition to these desserts, there are many other regional treats to try across the US. From the St. Louis gooey butter cake to the Smith Island cake from Maryland, each state has its own unique dessert to offer. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic and traditional or new and innovative, there’s a regional dessert out there for you.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
