Sweet Pie Recipes

🥧 Welcome to the Wonderful World of Pies!

There’s something timeless and comforting about a good pie. Whether it’s sweet and fruity, rich and creamy, or warm and savory, pies have a way of bringing people together and creating moments of joy. This collection of recipes starts with a perfectly baked pie crust—the heart of any great pie—and opens the door to endless delicious possibilities.

In the following sections, you’ll find a mix of classic favorites and creative twists, from the beloved apple pie to indulgent chocolate cream and hearty chicken pot pie. No matter the occasion or craving, there’s a pie here for you.

So roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and fill that golden crust with something amazing! 🍴

1. Classic Apple Pie

Ingredients:

• 6 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix apples with sugar, flour, spices, and lemon juice.
3. Pour filling into baked crust, top with lattice crust (optional).
4. Bake 50-60 minutes until apples are tender and crust is golden.

2. Chocolate Cream Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 cups milk
• 4 egg yolks
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cocoa, cornstarch, and salt.
2. Gradually add milk and cook over medium heat.
3. Whisk in egg yolks. Stir constantly until thickened.
4. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla.
5. Pour into crust, chill 4 hours, top with whipped cream.

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3. Quiche Lorraine

Ingredients:

• 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Sprinkle bacon and cheese into the crust.
3. Whisk eggs and cream, season, and pour over bacon/cheese.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden.

4. Chicken Pot Pie (using pre-cooked crust)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt, pepper, and thyme

Instructions:

1. Sauté butter and flour in a skillet for 2 minutes.
2. Slowly add broth and milk, stir until thick.
3. Add chicken and veggies, and season.
4. Pour into the crust and top with puff pastry or another crust.
5. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.