We've consulted Samantha Merritt, a baking expert known for reliable, from-scratch recipes, to help us make a successful pie ...

We tested three common fats—butter, shortening, and lard—to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest pie crust. If you ...

Sprinkling flour and folding the dough? This simple trick creates layers of buttery, flaky perfection in your pie crust.

When it comes to baking pies, the most daunting part of the process is making the perfect flaky crust. After all, you want a great foundation to hold all those delicious fillings. But once you master ...

Pie flavors don’t have to be limited to a flaky crust. From fruity fillings to warm spices, the best part of pie can shine in ...

This easy coconut custard pie from Andrew Zimmern delivers classic Southern comfort with a creamy, coconut-rich filling and buttery homemade crust.

Dear Heloise: I have a few hints for those who worry that their pie crusts aren’t as flaky as they would like. First, while making the dough, place all utensils in the refrigerator. Make sure they’re ...

As a Pastry Chef, I've made hundreds of delicious pies. Here are the answers to the top troubleshooting questions I get, ...

A couple of weeks ago, I was out on the road in Northern California, heading southeast from Sacramento on Highway 16 toward the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. It’s a beautiful drive, and on that ...