Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen

Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen

Welcome to my cooking blog! I'm Melissa, a busy mom, bestselling cookbook author, and enthusiastic food writer and blogger. I love whipping up tasty meals to enjoy with my family and friends. I have a rich heritage of amazing Southern cooks in my family, and like many others, I learned my culinary skills from my Mom and Grandmothers. Over time, cooking has transformed into a genuine creative passion for me.

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  • 2 days ago | melissassouthernstylekitchen.com | Melissa Sperka

    There’s nothing quite like the classic comfort of a big bowl of creamy vanilla ice cream. This Easy Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe brings that nostalgic flavor to life with just 5 minutes of prep and 3 simple ingredients, and the best part? No ice cream machine required!No-churn vanilla ice cream is a wonderfully simple method for making rich, creamy ice cream without the need to churn with an ice cream maker.

  • 4 days ago | melissassouthernstylekitchen.com | Melissa Sperka

    This homemade Hush Puppy recipe serves up irresistibly crispy, golden cornbread fritters that are hard to put down. They’re the perfect go-to side for seafood dishes, or any meal when you’re craving a tasty Southern-style treat. I love the whimsical stories that surround how hush puppies earned their name. Regardless of their origin, they’re insanely delicious and addictive. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, what’s not to love?

  • 1 week ago | melissassouthernstylekitchen.com | Melissa Sperka

    Celebrate Independence Day in delicious style with a festive no bake Fourth of July Cheesecake! This rich, creamy dessert is complete with a buttery graham cracker crust and is topped with a vibrant mix of fresh raspberries, blueberries, and a patriotic swirl of red, white, and blue. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or watching fireworks with friends, this cheesecake is the perfect sweet centerpiece for your holiday spread.

  • 1 week ago | melissassouthernstylekitchen.com | Melissa Sperka

    Skip the drive-thru and make this crispy, juicy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich at home! Marinated in a tangy pickle juice brine and coated in a perfectly seasoned crust, the chicken cooks up golden and crunchy in the air fryer, no deep frying needed. Served on a toasted brioche bun with classic toppings like mayo, lettuce, and pickles, this sandwich is a healthier, flavor-packed twist on a fast-food favorite. Quick, easy, and irresistibly good! Also includes stovetop instructions.

  • 2 weeks ago | melissassouthernstylekitchen.com | Melissa Sperka

    Indulge in a sweet slice of nostalgia with this easy and delicious Elvis Presley Cake, a dessert fit for the King himself! Whether you’re hosting a retro-themed party or just craving something sweet with a rock ‘n’ roll twist, this cake is the perfect way to channel a little bit of Graceland magic right into your kitchen. This Elvis Presley Cake is based on a dessert that’s widely believed to have been one of Elvis’s favorites, or at the very least, inspired by his well-known food preferences.