This ICONIC American dessert is so good when done right. Tender apples bursting with flavor get brightened up with a hit of lemon and are the perfect contrast to that crisp flakey butter crust. Instead of adding lots of flour or cornstarch to thicken the filling I cook the juices down into an apple caramel,...
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Pumpkin pie is one of my all-time favorite desserts. It should have a crisp crust, SMOOTH, creamy filling with lots of flavor and my piece always has a mountain of whipped cream. Store-bought pie can never compete… How to Avoid Burnt Pie Crust I don’t know if you’re in this habit but tenting your crusts...
Pie Crust Recipe
A well-made butter pie crust is one of my favorite things. It’s just perfect with some lightly sweetened summer fruit or a decadent pecan filling. You can always add some spices like cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg to lend a holiday feeling or you can remove the sugar and add 1/4 teaspoon more of salt for...
Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet potato pie is a delicious and even more flavorful cousin of pumpkin pie; the filling is slightly denser but should be just as creamy and it is perfect with a big dollop of whipped cream at the end of a meal. I used orange zest, a healthy touch of bourbon and a dash of...
Cream Pie
Vanilla lovers rejoice; this pie is for you! Creamy, rich vanilla custard fills a FLAKEY homemade butter crust and the whole thing is topped with a cloud of whipped cream. Using a real vanilla bean and all natural takes this recipe’s flavor over the top. If you’re a bit intimidated by making pie crusts check...
Chocolate Pie
Have you ever wanted to make a chocolate pie? Well, you should! They might be the most indulgent dessert ever AND they’re super easy to make…if you weren’t already sold at “chocolate.” Frequently Asked Questions How to Avoid Burnt Pie Crust I don’t know if you’re in this habit but tenting your crusts with tin...
Peanut Butter Pie
My peanut butter pie is criminally delicious, every forkful has the perfect combination of crisp pie crust, silky peanut butter filling, deceptively light whip cream and crunchy roasted peanuts covered in chocolate. I had to call friends over to help me eat these when I was recipe testing as my portion control had completely disappeared! ...
Pecan Pie Recipe
A flaky butter crust, pecans, maple syrup, honey, brown sugar and bourbon make what I consider to be the PERFECT pecan pie! This is a dessert where one piece is never enough. I love this pie with a big dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for contrast. You can also serve with...
Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe
This pie is a lemon-lover’s dream come true! Tons of zing and a perfect balance of sweetness and textures in each bite. I loved this recipe with a homemade butter crust but you can make a crushed cookie or nut crust if desired. Frequently Asked Questions How do you keep lemon meringue pie from weeping?...
Mini Apple Pies
So I was perusing Pinterest — in an effort to try something new — when I stumbled upon these miniature, apple pies. I had to give it a go! That said, I differed from the original recipe in the respect that I didn’t want to use canned apple pie filling or pre-made pastry dough. That...
Mini Pumpkin Pies
I love pumpkin pie but sharing can be very over-rated so what better dish to whip up than mini pumpkin pies?!? They’re much easier to make and just as delicious. I styled them with a dainty dollop for the photos but they were completely covered in whipped cream (like a blizzard hit and there’s a...
Peach Pie
A touch of bourbon and brown sugar never hurt anyone, especially when added to this tasty peach pie! All the amazing summer produce has me in a BAKING FRENZY (anyone else??) How Do You Make Pie Crust? Just a heads up, you will want to make this pastry crust at least 30 minutes in advance. If...
Mud Pie
This ultra decadent mud pie recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream! The Oreo crust alone could be eaten plain but when it’s paired with the creamy fillings you’ll find it irresistible. It might also be one of the best make ahead pies; it’s freezable and lasts for quite a while. How to Make Mud Pie...
Blueberry Pie
Once these berries come into season there’s no excuse to not make a blueberry pie! The filling comes together in less than five minutes and the crust can be made months ahead of time and kept in the freezer. If you’re REALLY short on time, or don’t have a pie dish, try making this as...
Strawberry Pie
This strawberry pie is so DELICIOUS you’ll be making it over and over while they’re in season. An easy to make strawberry filling that’s chock full of berries is suspended in a crisp butter crust and topped with lots of whipped cream. It’s basically perfect, and so very refreshing. How to Make Strawberry Pie How...
