This award-winning apple pie, baked by Eileen Poppleton, took first place at the 2010 Annual Harvest Festival and Apple Pie Baking Contest at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. Beloved for its rich caramel-like filling, buttery crust, and tender Granny Smith apples, this recipe combines tradition and indulgence. The trick is pouring a buttery...Read More

Dutch Apple Pie is a cozy, rustic dessert beloved for its spiced apple filling and buttery streusel topping. Unlike the traditional double-crust version, this pie pairs a flaky bottom crust with a crunchy oat streusel, offering a satisfying contrast of textures. This award-winning version—baked by April Kofler, who won second place at the 2010 Annual...Read More

Nothing says autumn quite like pumpkin pie. This classic recipe uses fresh pumpkin purée, warm spices, and a silky custard filling for a dessert that’s rich yet balanced. Baking it from scratch—rather than using canned pumpkin—adds a fresher, brighter flavor, and blending the filling ensures a perfectly smooth texture. Serve with a dollop of whipped...Read More

This caramel apple pie layers tender, tart Granny Smith apples with rich caramel, a buttery crumble topping, and a flaky crust. It’s a festive dessert that tastes even better when made a day ahead, making it ideal for holidays and gatherings. The caramels add a decadent twist—cut them with kitchen scissors (or a sharp knife)...Read More

This blackberry pie is a true celebration of summer fruit—and it comes with bragging rights. Winner of second place at our Pie Baking Contest, it’s everything a classic pie should be: a buttery, flaky crust encasing a juicy blackberry filling that’s just sweet enough to let the fruit shine. Whether baked for a holiday gathering,...Read More

This chocolate peanut butter tart is so decadent and silky, you’d never guess it’s vegan. Silken tofu blends seamlessly with rich dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter, creating a luscious filling that rivals any classic French tart. The crust, made from crushed Nutter Butter cookies, adds the perfect salty-sweet crunch. Best of all, it’s a...Read More

This chocolate silk pie is a luscious, no-bake dessert with a silky-smooth filling that no one will guess is made from tofu. Rich melted chocolate blends with liqueur and vanilla to create a decadent mousse-like texture, while the tofu provides body and creaminess without any dairy. It’s elegant enough for a dinner party, simple enough...Read More

This decadent pie combines the gooey sweetness of a classic nut pie with rich chocolate for a dessert that’s indulgent yet perfectly balanced. With a crisp pastry crust, crunchy walnuts, and an almost custardy-chocolate filling, it’s a crowd-pleaser that works beautifully for holidays, dinner parties, or simply when you crave a chocolate fix in pie...Read More

This gluten-free pie crust is tender, flavorful, and versatile—perfect for both sweet pies and savory quiches. Made with a blend of potato starch, tapioca flour, millet flour, and almond meal, it bakes up with a delicate texture and nutty depth of flavor. Whether you’re making a holiday dessert or a comforting weeknight quiche, this crust...Read More

This classic pecan pie is adapted from the recipe once printed on the back label of Karo syrup bottles—the original that made pecan pie a holiday tradition. With its glossy filling, toasty pecans, and flaky crust, it’s a timeless dessert that has been passed down for generations. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion, this...Read More