Bye Pumpkin Pie! 10 Of America's Most Boring Pies & 10 Epic Pies You Should Try Instead
Bye Pumpkin Pie! 10 Of America's Most Boring Pies & 10 Epic Pies You Should Try Instead
From Ordinary To Extraordinary
Americans love their pies, and so does the rest of the world. Pie has been a traditional dessert for generations, but we're starting to get bored of the basics. Why eat apple pie when you see chocolate bourbon pecan pie on the menu? Here are tips on how to transform boring old pies into extraordinary ones, and new recipes to try, too.
1. Apple Pie
We don't want to upset every American grandmother in the nation, but we're bored of apple pie. It's a classic with cinnamon and nutmeg, but we want a little something more. At least try adding cheddar cheese or chewy dates to spruce up the flavor and texture.
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2. Peanut Butter Pie
Peanut butter pie originates from Georgia and while European's might turn away in disgust, it's a staple in the United States. If you're a peanut butter fan, we understand this sounds delicious, but we can do more. Next time you whip up a nutty pie add dark chocolate to tone down the sweetness.
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3. Key Lime Pie
Florida claims to be home of the key lime pie. The sweet and sour dessert is refreshing and all, but it's time to take it up a notch. Try praline key lime pie or key lime with strawberry whipped cream.
4. Pecan Pie
Pecan pie is an overload of extra sweet pecans. It may satisfy people with a major sweet tooth, but the rest of us are getting a cavity just thinking about it. Pecan pie is traditional but we're ready for change. Try involving other nuts or look for recipes with chocolate crust and salt to counteract the sugar.
5. Peach Pie
Peach pie sounds cute and looks delicious but it's too basic. Let's give this simple fruit pie an upgrade by using recipes with more fruit and additional ingredients. Hints of bourbon and maple never go amiss either.
6. Cherry Pie
Good ol' cherry pie is fine and dandy but we can do more with the red fruit. Look for cherry pies with more exciting ingredients that compliment the tart cherries. Cream cheese and nuts like pecans are tasty additions and a macaroon cherry pie is out of this world.
7. Pumpkin Pie
Bye bye pumpkin pie! Just because it's thanksgiving doesn't mean we have to serve pumpkin pie every year. It's plain and boring and needs some help. Consider swapping the regular crust for a graham cracker or gingersnap crust. Pumpkin cheesecake pie is not a bad idea either.
8. Lemon Meringue Pie
With a citrusy custard and fluffy meringue, lemon meringue pie is an American dessert staple. We like it and all but when life gives you lemons, you don't waste them on the ordinary. Try lavender lemon pie for a more interesting and delicious flavor combo or make a lemon meringue stuffed waffle.
9. Coconut Cream Pie
We won't get very excited if we see this pie on the menu. It's just a mouthful of coconut-flavored cream, this pie needs more pizazz. We want more flavors and ingredients to uplift this traditional dessert like chocolate and additional fruit.
10. Strawberry Pie
Strawberry pie is just sweetened strawberries and crust, it won't make you salivate. There are so many ways you can make this basic pie drool-worthy. Strawberry rhubarb is already and upgrade but you should try frozen strawberry lemonade pie for a unique summer treat.
Ready to step up your pie game? At least one of these 10 epic pies will become your new favorite:
1. Rosemary Almond Apple Galette
A galette is a pie that is baked without a dish. This galette combines the traditional flavors of apple pie with a herbal hint of rosemary and a sweet nuttiness from the almonds. It's French so you know it's incredibly delicious.
2. Mexican Hot Chocolate Pie
Have you even dreamed you could enjoy a hot cocoa in pie form? A Mexican hot chocolate pie is next level. It features dark chocolate, cinnamon, vanilla, and cayenne pepper, held together in a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream. It's light and fluffy like a marshmallow and has a perfect little spice kick.
3. Gingersnap Crumb Pear Pie
Gingersnap crumb pear pie is a new twist on a basic fruit pie. Crushed gingersnap cookies make a decadent crumble on top and a crunchy crust on bottom. The filling of pear, lemon, ginger, and vanilla create a mouthwatering flavor. Warm gooey caramel and vanilla ice cream are recommended additions.
4. Maple Orange Pumpkin Pie
We won't say goodbye to this pumpkin pie! With maple and oranges, we add a whole new experience to the table. The citrus brings out a flavor you didn't know you were missing and the maple adds a touch of sweetness to balance it out. The crust is made from a short pastry dough that tastes like buttery shortbread.
5. Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
This pecan pie is far from boring. The addition of dark chocolate, mixed nuts, and bourbon make a basic pie recipe more rich and handsome. For a tasty secret, add apple cider vinegar to the dough to make it extra tender.
6. White Potato Pie
Mashed potato dessert? Yes, please! A velvety white potato pie is a common recipe in Maryland households. When mashed potatoes are combined with sugar, butter, vanilla, lemon, and evaporated milk you create heaven in pie form.
7. Cherry Almond Mousse Pie
For this divine pie, a creamy vanilla mousse filling comes together with chocolate, cherries, and nuts. The combination takes you on a flavor journey, blending sweet, tart, decadent together in the best way. The mousse is both rich and light, upscaling a regular cherry pie.
8. Raspberry Cheesecake Pie
When two desserts become one–– A raspberry cheesecake pie has a rich and creamy interior held together with a flaky crust. The raspberries are delightfully sweet and sour, complimenting the decadent flavors perfectly.
9. Canadian Flapper Pie
When you see a pie with a graham cracker crust, you already know you're in for a treat. This Canadian prairie staple features a creamy custard filling and a light and fluffy meringue topping. The textures are divine and the flavor is just the right amount of sweet.
10. Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie
If you're a cookie monster at heart, you'll fall in love with this pie. Imagine taking a bite into the chewiest cookie dough you've ever imagined but six times thicker. With a crispy crust and a center oozing with chocolate, a chocolate chip cookie pie may be your new favorite.
