The frosting might just be the best part.

The most popular dessert of 2024 speaks to just that.

From the moment it went live online, the recipe took off and for good reason.

Southern Living Mahogany Cake sliced and ready to serve

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Our most popular dessert of 2024 was Mahogany Cake, one of the oldest chocolate cake recipes out there.

What Is a Mahogany Cake?

The trio gave the cake a reddish-brown hue reminiscent of the wood.

Southern Living Ermine Frosting in a bowl ready to use

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Similar to red velvet, this cake has a mild chocolate flavor and ultra tender texture.

The cake is classically paired with a light and fluffyermine frosting, also known as a boiled milk frosting.

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