LilaLue Sweets is named after my grandmother, Lila. Born in 1917 in rural South Carolina, Lila worked as cook for the University of South Carolina. On the weekends, she sold prepared meals and homemade whiskey to help provide for her family. Lila was strong and determined to leave a legacy for those to come.

Over 100 years later, LilaLue Sweets continues in that legacy. Our small batch, baked-to-order cookies, cakes, and brownies are made with family recipes and shipped immediately to guarantee the sweetest experience. We add the finest whiskey as a reminder of the lovely Lila… plus it makes for one damn good treat.

- Ashley Bouknight, Owner

 My Ancestors and Inspirations

Lila's son Lewis "Lue" (1957-2001)

Lila's son Lewis "Lue" (1957-2001)

My mother Sarah and me in 1988

My mother Sarah and me in 1988

I've been in the kitchen since 1988

I've been in the kitchen since 1988

My mother Sarah, daughter of Lila, in her kitchen

My mother Sarah, daughter of Lila, in her kitchen

Family of Lila (left to right): Sallie (daughter); Sharon (granddaughter); Sarah (daughter)

Family of Lila (left to right): Sallie (daughter); Sharon (granddaughter); Sarah (daughter)

My daughter Ava "baking" a cake

My daughter Ava "baking" a cake

Ancestor Altar

Ancestor Altar

My grandmother Lila (1917-1974)

My grandmother Lila (1917-1974)

My mother Sarah and daughter Ava

My mother Sarah and daughter Ava

My mother Sarah was born in 1946 (Age 14 months)

My mother Sarah was born in 1946 (Age 14 months)

Lila's sister Sallie (born 1912) pictured with my daughter in 2014

Lila's sister Sallie (born 1912) pictured with my daughter in 2014