Sweet or savoury, main or dessert, chilled or warm from the oven, a slice of pie works for any occasion and course. With everything from fresh seasonal produce to slow-cooked pulled pork, we’ve put together a list of our top 10 favourite pies to try this summer.
Show Off Summer Produce
Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie is a summer tradition. Featuring two seasonal gems, this pie’s flaky crust and sweet-tart filling make it a must at any summer gathering. It also gives you a chance to master two important pie-making skills: DIY dough and creating a pretty cut-out pie top.
Chill Out on Hot Summer Days
As delicious as it sounds, our Chocolate, Cherry & Blueberry Frozen Yogourt Pie features mouthwatering summer flavours that come together perfectly in visually pleasing wonderment. Your inner child won’t be able to resist a slice of this dazzling dessert. Requiring only 10 minutes of prep, the freezer does the rest of the work as the pie chills for four hours. Finish with a decadent drizzle of melted dark chocolate.
The Summer Classic
Classic Lemon Meringue Pie is the epitome of summer, with its sunny filling and cloud-like top. Always make sure to give this pie time to cool before serving. If you cut into the pie too soon, the curd can break and your meringue will fall.
Three-Step Treat
Whip up our four-ingredient Ice Cream Pie with Mixed Berry Compote when a weeknight craving hits. All you have to do is spoon softened vanilla ice cream into a prepared graham cracker pie shell, freeze and serve with sweetened berries.
Barbecue-Baked Beauty
Golden pastry, meltingly tender pork, fresh vegetables — our BBQ Pulled Pork & Vegetable Pie shines at any backyard bash. Bourbon-spiked barbecue sauce takes pork shoulder from casual sandwich filling to pretty pie with the help of buttery pastry. The recipe easily doubles, which is perfect because you can’t make enough of this pie. Your guests will be looking for seconds, and you will want leftovers for busy weeknights.
Creative Crust
Zucchini & Goat Cheese Tart is a versatile pie that can be enjoyed warm or chilled. The cornmeal crust forms a crisp base for a filling flavoured with lemon and thyme. Serve it for brunch or pack it up for a picnic.
A Savoury Summer Take on a Sweet Fall Staple
Prepared in a cast iron skillet on the grill, Savoury Chicken & Cornbread Cobbler is a heartier take on a sweet classic. For a vegetarian variation, substitute chicken with eggplant.
A Twist on a Classic
Apple, Cheddar & Bacon Pie stands out from the crowd courtesy of its unexpected flavour combo. Sharp cheddar and smoky bacon take this pie from delicious to unbelievable. Use a frozen pie shell and this two-step recipe is easy as pie.
Make-Ahead Marvel
Individual Mini Meat Pies make guests feel extra special. Made from scratch, the pastry and filling can be prepped in advance and stored in the fridge. Pop these pies in the oven before guests arrive — the aroma will be irresistible.
