What is Par-Baking and Why Does It Matter? Par-baking is the process of partially baking a pie crust before adding the filling. It’s essential for pies with custard or creamy fillings, like pumpkin, ...

The ultimate summer pie: This mixed-berry pie combines blackberries, raspberries, strawberries and blueberries, baked into a golden flaky crust with a cookie-crumble topping. Despite being an ...

Having tested dozens of Thanksgiving recipes and answered dozens more reader questions over the years, I’ve learned there are two holiday dishes that cause more confusion and anxiety than any others: ...

Roxana Jullapat’s fingers fly across a dish of pale pie dough, pinching, tucking and crimping to create a perimeter of crust that looks like a work of art. The 15-second Instagram reel is mesmerizing.

Pies are abundant during the holiday season, but let's face it—they can be a lot of work if made from scratch. I bake for a living, so here are the most common mistakes I see and the easiest ways to ...

Pie baking should feel joyful, not stressful. With the right store-bought crust, you can save time without giving up that golden, flaky texture everyone loves. Whether you’re planning a cozy apple pie ...