pie skills Posts

Pie makes the perfect blank canvas for all kinds of flavors, textures, and fillings. But such a simple dessert can be tricky. (No one likes a soggy bottom!) Use this blog post collection to find our best tips for flaky crust, stunning designs, and more. 

Sliced pecan pie

All your pie questions, answered

Crust got you confused? Fillings have you flummoxed? We’re here to help.

Nov 14, 2024
Five different strawberry-rhubarb pies, each made with a different thickener

Baking trials: What’s the best way to thicken fruit pie filling?

There are a lot of options! Here’s your guide.

Jul 8, 2024
Baker holding whole blueberry pie outside of its pan

Prevent soggy bottoms in pies with these baker secrets

Top tips from Dorie Greenspan, Stacey Mei Yan Fong, and other amazing bakers.

Nov 6, 2023
Collage on tan background depicting Erin holding a pie surrounded by various pie tools

Pie expert Erin Jeanne McDowell's must-have pie tools

Including old favorites and a few surprises.

Oct 26, 2023
Pie crust dough made in a stand mixer.

Why you should make pie crust in a stand mixer

Stand-mixer pie crust is quick, easy — and every bit as good as handmade.

Jul 19, 2023
Beginning to fold rolled-out pie dough in half

Things bakers know: This is the easiest way to transfer pie dough 

Folding is the secret to moving delicate dough without tears.

Jul 11, 2023
Melted Butter Pie Crust

A pie crust for people who are afraid of pie crust

Break the pie crust rules and use melted butter for speed and ease.

Jun 22, 2023
Pie crust rolled out, docked, crimped, in the pan and ready to be filled.

How to keep pie crust from shrinking, once and for all

Many pies later, we've got the tips you need to follow.

May 17, 2023
Sliced apple pie with container of Instant ClearJel in the background

What exactly is Instant ClearJel, and why do bakers swear by it?

For better fruit pie fillings and more stable whipped cream, we turn to this beloved ingredient.

Apr 12, 2023
Biscuit dough being folded like a letter

For the flakiest flaky dough, you've gotta fold

Adding this quick step to your biscuits, pies, and scones will boost those buttery layers.

Feb 2, 2023
Different flavors of cookie pie crust

Dos (and don’ts) for making great graham cracker crust

And don’t stop at graham crackers — try other cookie crusts, too.

Dec 21, 2022
Blueberry pie

Things bakers know: “Crust dust” is the secret ingredient to preventing a soggy bottom

A simple way to keep pie bottoms crisp.

Nov 16, 2022
Vegan Pecan Pie

How to make vegan pumpkin pie (and more classic pie favorites!)

The pumpkin, pecan, and cream pies you love, with none of the dairy or eggs.

Nov 10, 2022
Flaky Vegan Pie Dough

How to make the best flaky vegan pie crust

With the right butter and a mixer, you'll have a crust everyone will love.

Nov 10, 2022
All-Purpose Flaky Pastry Dough in a tart pan

Claire Saffitz’s new failproof pie crust

A bench knife is the magic tool for flaky, easy-to-roll pie dough.

Nov 9, 2022
Different pie plates next to each other

Baking trials: From metal to glass to ceramic, how does your pie pan affect your crust?

Choosing the best pan for the best pie.

Nov 4, 2022
Apple-Pear Pie

How long does pie last in the fridge?

Your guide to pie baking on your own schedule.

Oct 27, 2022

What is fraisage, and how do I use it for flaky pie dough?

Never doubt Julia Child.

Jul 6, 2022
Pie baked on a pizza steel

Things bakers know: To avoid a soggy bottom, bake your pies like pizza

A hot baking steel or stone helps your bottom crust bake up nice and crispy.

May 10, 2022
rolling mat

For easiest rolling and minimal cleanup, try this rolling mat

Silicone is the simple solution.

Jan 21, 2022
Turkey Dinner Pie

Hot water crust breaks all the rules

The method flips everything you know about pies to make a sturdy, simple crust.

Dec 21, 2021
Two mason jars, one filled with cream ready to be shaken and the other filled with whipped cream

The practical magic of Mason jar whipped cream

The tip that'll give you portable, made-to-order whipped cream.

Nov 16, 2021
Lattice topped pie

How to make a lattice pie crust

For pies that look as good as they taste.

Jul 1, 2021
Unbaked pie crust in pan

How to prebake pie crust — and why you should

The key to flaky — not flabby — pie crust.

May 24, 2021