Pie Crusts

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How to Make an All-Butter Piecrust for the Best Holiday Pies

If you believe butter is best, or you ran out of shortening and need to know how to make piecrust without shortening, here's how to make a piecrust containing only flour, salt, butter, and water. The combination is almost magical in how it bakes up into light, flaky piecrusts.

All Butter Pie Crust

You can skip the shortening this holiday season, because, as the name suggests, Erin McDowell's All-Buttah pie crust recipe uses just butter, flour, salt, and water. You can adapt the recipe for almost filling, so keep it handy for all your pumpkin, apple, chocolate, and pecan pies!

Mini Candied-Lemon Vanilla Tarts

This recipe has just the right amount of sweetness accompanied by a bite of citrus. The candied lemon isn't necessary, but if you are big into lemon, you won't want to skip it.

Taco Pie with Avocado Pie Crust

Use half avocado and half shortening for a flaky, savory crust that's the perfect partner for a taco-flavored beef and black bean filling.

7 Crusts That Will Make Your Pie a Blue Ribbon Winner

We've got you covered from chocolate to gluten-free.

How to Make a Special Edge on a Piecrust

A pretty edge puts the ideal finishing touch on your favorite pie recipe. Here we show you how to make different edgings, with recipe recommendations for each piecrust idea.

Whipped Key Lime Pie

This easy key lime pie recipe, garnished with pretty swirls of whipped topping, is a simple yet showy make-ahead dessert. Simply prepare before guests arrive, pop it in the fridge, and grab it when you're ready to slice and serve.

Lattice Cherry Pie

Lattice Cherry Pie is a timeless dessert favorite. Whether you start with homemade crust or refrigerated piecrust from the supermarket, this easy cherry pie recipe will remind you of holidays and celebrations of years past.