Pie Science

Pie Science explores the baking science behind perfect pies. Learn what’s happening behind the crust when we talk about caramelization, emulsification, and other baking words.

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Frozen Lemonade Pie
ByDoggone Baking April 1, 2026April 20, 2026

Frozen Lemonade Pie Recipe Frozen lemonade pie is a newer spin on a retro lemon icebox pie. It’s a simple, beginner-friendly recipe that’s perfect for hot summer days! Homemade no-churn lemonade ice cream is frozen inside a graham cracker crust for a delicious, sliceable dessert. What is Frozen Lemonade Pie? Frozen lemonade pie is exactly…

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Pasta Frolla (Italian Shortcrust Pastry)
ByDoggone Baking March 25, 2026April 20, 2026

Pasta Frolla (Italian Shortcrust Pastry) Pasta frolla is an Italian shortcrust pastry used as the base for many Italian pies. It’s most notably used as the crust for Pastiera Napoletana, a popular Easter pie from Naples. Rather than the flaky, crimped crust you might picture when you think of an all-butter pie crust, pasta frolla…

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Spaghetti Pie with Ricotta and Meat Sauce
ByDoggone Baking March 11, 2026April 20, 2026

Spaghetti Pie with Ricotta and Meat Sauce Spaghetti pie is a practical, affordable comfort food that TasteAtlas claims is the most iconic pie in Colorado, a claim that’s a little dubious. More likely, it came about through big food corporations and the rise of budget-friendly home cooking in the 1970s and 80s. Somewhere between a…

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Quiche Florentine: Spinach Quiche Recipe
ByDoggone Baking March 9, 2026April 20, 2026

Quiche Florentine: Spinach Quiche Recipe A creamy quiche baked in a flaky pie crust is the ultimate comfort food. Spinach quiche, also called Quiche Florentine, is a classic quiche. If you are looking for a vegetarian quiche for brunch, a weekend breakfast, or an easy picnic dish, a spinach quiche is a delicious choice that…

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Meringue for Pies: History, Science, and Techniques
ByDoggone Baking December 17, 2025May 17, 2026

A Complete Guide to Meringue for Pies: History, Science, and Techniques When thinking of classic pie pairings, ice cream, crumble topping, lattice crusts, meringue, and whipped cream often come to mind. Meringue has been a traditional pie topping since the 1800s and was a classic topping well before whipped cream became the default for many…

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Invert Sugar Syrup Recipe: DIY Corn Syrup Substitute
ByDoggone Baking November 23, 2025May 20, 2026

Invert Sugar Syrup Recipe: Homemade Corn Syrup Substitute Corn syrup is a useful ingredient in many baking recipes because it helps prevent crystallization, especially in candies, caramels, and pie fillings. In pie baking, it is most often used in nut pies such as pecan pie, although it also appears in frozen desserts like homemade ice…

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What Is Corn Syrup? Uses, Substitutes, and the Science Explained
ByDoggone Baking November 19, 2025April 22, 2026

What Is Corn Syrup? Uses, Substitutes, and the Science Explained Corn syrup is a key ingredient in many pies, particularly pecan pie and other nut pies. What exactly is corn syrup? Why is it such a useful ingredient in baking? What substitutes can you use if you prefer to avoid it? And what are the…

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British No-Bake Banoffee Pie Recipe
ByDoggone Baking November 4, 2025May 16, 2026

British No-Bake Banoffee Pie Recipe Banoffee pie is a simple, easy-to-make British dessert that combines four delicious components: a biscuit crust, fresh banana slices, rich caramel, and freshly whipped cream. The word “banoffee,” sometimes spelled “banoffi,” is a blend of “banana” and “toffee.” Though it’s enjoyed year-round, the pie has become an especially popular Christmas…

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Homemade Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe
ByDoggone Baking October 15, 2025August 3, 2026

Homemade Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe Chocolate cream pie is a timeless, year-round favorite for almost any occasion. Rich, silky, and indulgent chocolate pudding in a flaky pie crust, chocolate cream pie is just as perfect for a cozy winter dinner party as it is for a sunny summer picnic. Most modern chocolate cream pie recipes…

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Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie Recipe
ByDoggone Baking September 30, 2025August 3, 2026

Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie Sweet potato pie is a beloved Thanksgiving pie, known for its warm flavor and cozy, nostalgic appeal. This brown butter sweet potato pie takes the classic recipe a step further, adding rich, nutty depth from browned butter to make each bite even more indulgent. The filling bakes up smooth, sweet,…

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How to Make Chocolate Ganache
ByDoggone Baking September 23, 2025May 20, 2026

This in-depth guide explains how to make chocolate ganache, from choosing the best chocolate and cacao percentages to understanding emulsification. Learn the ratios for white, milk, semisweet, and dark chocolate, plus troubleshooting tips and storage methods for smooth, perfect ganache every time.

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Cranberry Apple Pie Recipe with Crumble Topping
ByDoggone Baking September 23, 2025August 3, 2026

Cranberry apple pie is the perfect holiday dessert. Sweet apples and tart cranberries bake together under a golden crumble topping for a festive, crowd-pleasing pie.

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