Best 20 Mile High Pie Recipes

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Welcome to the world of mile-high pies, where culinary artistry meets breathtaking indulgence. These towering pies, with their cloud-like meringue peaks and flaky, golden crusts, are a testament to the boundless creativity of bakers. Whether you're a seasoned pie enthusiast or a novice baker looking for a challenge, this article will guide you through the secrets of crafting the perfect mile-high pie, taking you on a journey of flavor and visual delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MILE HIGH LEMON PIE (JELLO EASY)



Mile High Lemon Pie (Jello easy) image

Impress your family and friends with this easy Lemon Meringue Pie! Here I've broken it down in steps, so don't be intimidated by the pie!

Provided by Susan Din

Categories     Pies

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 9" pie shell - your choice, but i think homeade is best
FLAKY NO FAIL PIE CRUST-RECIPE MAKES 3 SINGLE CRUSTS THAT FREEZE WELL
GREAT TUTORIAL HERE - HTTP://THEPIONEERWOMAN.COM/COOKING/2007/12/P-P-P-PIE_CRUST_AND_ITS_P-P-P-PERFECT/
3 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 c shortening
1 large egg
5 Tbsp ice cold water
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp vinegar
EGG WASH FOR PIE CRUST
1 egg
1 tsp water
MERINGUE
GREAT TUTORIAL HERE- HTTP://WHATSCOOKINGAMERICA.NET/EGGS/PERFECTMERINGUE.HTM
3 large egg whites at room temperature
1/2 c sugar
FILLING
1 box (small size)lemon cook and serve pudding
3/4 c sugar
3 c water
3 large egg yolks
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp lemon zest-finely grated and minced

Steps:

  • 1. MAKE PIE CRUST or use frozen/refrigerated. Cut shortening into flour in a large bowl until it looks like coarse crumbs. beat an egg, and pour over crumbs. Add water, vinegar and salt and stir gently to combine. Divide into 3 equal balls and flatten into discs. Wrap well with plastic wrap and freeze 2 for future use. Freeze one for 20 minutes, then roll out, line pie plate and flute the edges.
  • 2. BLIND BAKE. Lay a sheet of parchment paper or foil(sprayed the surface that touches the crust with non stick spray) over crust-and fill with dry beans, rice or pie weights. Bake @ 425 for 15 minutes. Remove from oven, lower heat to 375. Remove the parchment/foil and weights. Moisture proof the crust by applying egg wash with a pastry brush on the bottom of the crust and about an inch up the sides. Resume baking the crust for 5-7 minutes until light golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • 3. MAKE MERINGUE (It needs to be ready as soon as the shell is filled) If you haven't separated your eggs, do so at this time, placing the whites in a CLEAN mixing bowl and the yolks in a medium saucepan. With CLEAN BEATERS begin to mix the egg whites on medium high. Beat to soft peak stage-to check from time to time-turn off mixer and lift some whites up with the beaters, the tip should softly flop over. Begin slowly sprinkling sugar a spoonfull at a time, while beating constantly, until all sugar is incorporated. Continue beating until sugar is dissolved(not gritty when tested with thumb and forefinger) And stiff peaks are formed. Set aside. Preheat oven to 325.
  • 4. PREPARE FILLING Empty pudding mix in the saucepan with yolks, add 3/4c sugar and whisk to incorporate, adding water a little at a time to avoid lumps. When all water is incorporated, place pan over medium to medium high heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon. Cook until thickened and mixture reaches a full boil. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.
  • 5. Pour immediately into prepared pie shell.
  • 6. Immedately spoon or pipe meringue mixture over hot filling, completely sealing to the crust and swirl as desired. Bake @ 325 for 15-20 minutes until tips of meringue are golden. Cool to room temperature or chill before serving.

MILE-HIGH APPLE PIE



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If you've ever prayed for an apple pie recipe with a substantial, luscious, juicy apple filling, but without a flood of juice when you cut it, then this tall, majestic creation is for you. Potato starch keeps the filling inside the pie where it belongs, but without the chalky, pasty texture often caused by using flour. The juices here are thick and clear, without that thick, sticky 'supermarket' feel. They coat the apple slices lightly and beautifully with no soupiness.

Provided by Tiffany Taylor

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 large Golden Delicious apples - peeled, cored and cut into 1/8 inch slices
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons potato starch
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 recipe pastry for a 10-inch double crust pie
2 teaspoons milk
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Position an oven rack in the lower part of the oven and place a baking stone on it.
  • Place the apples into a large mixing bowl, and toss with the lemon juice.
  • Stir the potato starch, 3/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a bowl.
  • Roll out half of the pie crust pastry on a lightly floured surface and fit it into a 10 inch pie plate. Pile half the apples into the crust, and dot with half the butter pieces. Sprinkle half of the potato starch-cinnamon sugar mixture over the apples. Pile the remaining apples into the pie plate. Sprinkle with the remaining butter pieces and sugar mixture. Roll out the remaining pie crust pastry, and place carefully over the apples. Pinch and crimp the edges to seal the crusts. Use a fork to poke holes in the top crust in a few places. Brush the top crust with milk, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar.
  • Place the pie in the preheated oven on the baking stone. Immediately lower the heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake until the crust is golden brown, about 60 minutes. Check half way through the baking time, and cover the edges with aluminum foil for the last 30 minutes if necessary to prevent over-browning. Cool 3 hours on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.5 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 159.4 mg, Sugar 28.5 g

MILE-HIGH APPLE PIE



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Resist the urge to cut into this pie before it has cooled completely so the juices have time to thicken. This pie tastes even better the day after it has been baked.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
Deep-Dish Pate Brisee
5 1/2 pounds firm tart apples (about 14), such as Empire or Granny Smith
Juice of 2 lemons
1 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg yolk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the smaller piece of pate brisee into a 15-inch round about 1/8-inch thick, dusting surface with flour to prevent sticking, as needed. Brush off excess flour. Roll dough around rolling pin, and place over a deep-dish 9-inch pie plate. Line plate with dough, pressing it into the corners. Trim dough to within 1 inch of the pie plate. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate.
  • Roll out remaining piece of dough into an 18-inch round. Transfer round to a baking sheet; cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
  • Peel and core apples, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place slices in a large bowl; sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent discoloration. In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cinnamon; toss with apple slices.
  • Remove remaining dough from refrigerator; place apple mixture into prepared pie plate, mounding it in a tall pile. Dot filling with butter. Place dough round over the apples. Tuck edge of top dough between edge of bottom dough and rim of pan. Using your fingers, gently press both layers of dough along the edge to seal, and crimp as desired.
  • Using a paring knife, cut several vents in top of dough to allow steam to escape. In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk with 2 tablespoons water to make a glaze. Brush surface with egg glaze; sprinkle with sugar. Place on a baking sheet, this will catch any juices that may overflow during baking. Bake until crust is golden, about 15 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and continue baking until crust is golden brown and juices are bubbling, 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and let cool completely before serving.

MILE-HIGH APPLE PIE WITH BROWN SUGAR STREUSEL



Mile-High Apple Pie with Brown Sugar Streusel image

The name came about when I entered the pie in the Lorain County Fair as an assignment from my editor. The pie barely fit under the dome of my Tupperware® Pie Taker. When I removed the lid at the fair, a 12-year old girl sang out, " that's a mile-high apple pie!" The name stuck.

Provided by Paul Morton

Time 2h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pounds Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup shortening
1 tablespoon shortening
¾ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons ice water
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Prepare filling: toss apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl; set aside.
  • Prepare crust: put flour, 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening, and salt in a bowl. Work it with a pastry blender until shortening is the size of small peas. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, working it in with the pastry blender.
  • Gather up the dough and form it into a flat disc. Turn it out onto a lightly floured board and roll it into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie pan and flute the edges. Spoon the apple filling into the crust.
  • Prepare topping: gather flour, brown sugar, and butter in a bowl. Work with a pastry blender until butter is the size of large peas. Sprinkle topping generously on top of the pie.
  • Place the pie on top of a foil-covered cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake until topping is golden and filling is bubbly, about 45 minutes more.
  • Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool before serving, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.3 calories, Carbohydrate 68.3 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 239.1 mg, Sugar 39.8 g

MILE-HIGH CRANBERRY MERINGUE PIE



Mile-High Cranberry Meringue Pie image

Your holiday crowd will be blown away when they see this pie with towering meringue on top. Let it sit in your refrigerator for at least four hours for best results. -Marcia Whitney, Gainesville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large eggs, separated
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
2-1/4 cups sugar, divided
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Let egg whites stand 30 minutes at room temperature., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. , Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack 15-20 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Remove foil and weights; bake 3-6 minutes longer or until bottom is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 325°., In a large saucepan, combine cranberries, 1-1/2 cups sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until berries stop popping, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks, 1/4 cup sugar, flour and salt until blended. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot cranberry liquid; return all to saucepan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla., For meringue, beat egg whites with cream of tartar and remaining vanilla on medium speed until foamy. Add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Transfer hot filling to pastry. Spread meringue evenly over hot filling, sealing to edge of pastry. Bake 25-30 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 289mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (59g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

NO-BAKE MILE-HIGH BANANA SPLIT PIE



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Enjoy the gleam in your children's eyes when you unveil this pie made with layers of banana pudding, chocolate fudge sauce and whipped topping.

Provided by BETTYBOP

Categories     Desserts     Pies     No-Bake Pie Recipes     Pudding Pie Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ¼ cups cold milk
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2 bananas, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
1 (9 inch) prepared chocolate crumb crust
1 (12 ounce) jar hot fudge topping
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
12 maraschino cherries with stems, drained
3 tablespoons walnut pieces

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth. Fold in 2 cups of the whipped topping, and sliced banana. Reserve 1/2 of banana pudding mixture, and spread the remainder into pie crust.
  • In a small bowl, stir together hot fudge sauce and rum. Reserve 3 tablespoons in a microwave-safe container, for drizzling on top. With the back of a spoon, gently spread 1/2 of remaining fudge sauce over banana pudding in pie crust. Repeat layers with remaining banana pudding and remaining fudge sauce. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until firm.
  • Arrange pineapple chunks in a single layer over top of pie. Spread with remaining whipped topping, swirling topping into peaks with the back of a spoon. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • In a microwave oven, heat reserved fudge sauce until pourable, about 10 seconds. Drizzle sauce with a fork over top of pie. Garnish with maraschino cherries and chopped walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 379.5 mg, Sugar 41.3 g

MILE HIGH MUD PIE



Mile High Mud Pie image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 6h25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 quarts (4 pints/1/2 gallon) coffee ice cream, softened
2 cups chopped pecans
2 quarts (4 pints/1/2 gallon) chocolate ice cream, softened
2 1/2 cups chocolate-coated toffee pieces
50 chocolate sandwich cookies
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) butter, melted
2 quarts (4 pints/1/2 gallon) vanilla ice cream, softened
2 1/2 cups chocolate shell ice cream sauce, such as Magic Shell
Store-bought caramel sauce, warmed, for serving

Steps:

  • Line an 8-quart bowl with overhanging plastic wrap.
  • Tip the coffee ice cream into the bowl and smooth the surface. Sprinkle over the chopped pecans and freeze until the ice cream is firm, at least 1 hour.
  • Tip the chocolate ice cream into the bowl and smooth the surface. Sprinkle over the chocolate-coated toffee pieces and freeze until firm, at least 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, make the crust: Put the sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs. Pour in the melted butter and pulse to combine.
  • Tip the vanilla ice cream into the bowl and smooth the surface. Tip the crust on top of the vanilla ice cream, spread it evenly and press down firmly. Freeze again until completely set, 4 hours and up to overnight.
  • Turn out the pie onto a board or serving platter lined with 4 squares of parchment arranged so that the paper overhangs the edges of the platter. Peel off the plastic wrap and pour over the chocolate shell ice cream sauce to coat the entire pie. Carefully slide out the sheets of parchment and discard.
  • To serve, cut big slices of pie, drizzle over some warm caramel sauce and stick a steak knife into the center standing up.

MILE HIGH PIE



Mile High Pie image

A specialty of Hotel Pontchartrain, New Orleans

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces shelled walnuts, minced
12 ounces Nice biscuits or any light, crisp sugared biscuit cookie, ground
8 ounces unsalted butter, softened and more to grease pan
1 pound split peas
14 egg whites
1/8 cup cold water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups sugar
4 drops vanilla extract
1/2 gallon round container vanilla ice cream
1/2 gallon round container strawberry ice cream
16 ounces chocolate sauce

Steps:

  • Combine walnuts and biscuits. Add butter and mash thoroughly.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 10-inch diameter springform pan and press biscuit crust into base and 2-inches up side. Cover this crust with waxed paper, cut to fit bottom exactly. Fill pan with split peas, up to height of sides and bake "blind" for 1 hour. Let cool while still filled.
  • When crust is cooled, removed pea weights and paper. Meanwhile, whip egg whites with cold water and salt until peaked. Fold in sugar a little at a time. Add vanilla and keep cool.
  • Unmold ice cream from containers and cut horizontally through middle of each to yield 4 discs total. Place disks in pie crust, alternating strawberry and vanilla flavors. Top with meringue, letting it fall all around the ice cream. Set in freezer for 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Remove pie from freezer and place in oven to brown meringue tips. You may also use a blowtorch instead. Serve with chocolate sauce.

MILE-HIGH TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE-ESPRESSO MOUSSE PIE



Mile-High Triple-Chocolate-Espresso Mousse Pie image

This pie is all about the slow reveal: It appears to be a simple chocolate mousse with a cookie crust. Cut into it, though, and guests will gasp at this triple layered (and flavored!) dessert. Since it's the perfect choice for a special occasion like Thanksgiving or Christmas, we made this icebox creation as make-ahead friendly as possible. Fill and chill up to two days ahead, then dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 9h

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 stick unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
9 ounces chocolate wafer cookies, such as Famous brand
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (1 1/4 cups)
8 ounces milk chocolate, chopped (1 1/4 cups)
6 large egg whites, plus 2 yolks, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla paste or extract
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush the bottom and sides of a 9-inch-round, 3-inch-deep springform pan with butter. Pulse cookies and granulated sugar in a food processor until finely ground. Add butter and salt, pulsing until texture resembles that of wet sand. Press mixture evenly into bottom and halfway up sides of prepared pan. Bake until crust is set and dry to the touch, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack; let cool completely. (Crust can be loosely wrapped and stored at room temperature up to 1 day.)
  • Mousses: Melt both chocolates in separate heatproof bowls set over (but not in) a pot of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until only pea-size lumps remain. Remove from heat; stir until chocolate is completely melted. Let cool to warm room temperature. Stir 1 egg yolk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla into each bowl just to combine.
  • In a mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites on low speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar; increase speed to medium-high and beat to soft peaks. With motor running, gradually add granulated sugar and beat to stiff, glossy peaks.
  • Stir 1 cup meringue into each bowl with chocolate mixture. Divide remaining meringue evenly between mixtures, gently folding in until no streaks remain. Whisk cream with confectioners' sugar to soft peaks. Divide evenly between chocolate mixtures, gently folding in until no streaks remain.
  • Pour bittersweet-chocolate mousse into crust, smoothing top with an offset spatula. Gently pour milk-chocolate mousse over bittersweet mousse, smoothing top.
  • Espresso Cream: Whisk cream, espresso powder, and confectioners' sugar to stiff peaks. Spread evenly over milk-chocolate mousse in pan, smoothing top. Refrigerate until set, at least 8 hours. (Pie can be loosely covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated up to 3 days.)
  • To serve, lightly dust top with cocoa, then run a thin knife around edges of pan to loosen; unlock pan and lift sides to remove. Transfer pie to a serving plate or cake stand and cut into wedges.

MILE HIGH APPLE PIE BY~MARTHA STEWART



Mile High Apple Pie by~Martha Stewart image

Five and a half pounds of three kinds of apples go inside a flaky, buttery pate-brisee crust to make one showstopping pie. I like to add just a pinch of Nutmeg, and Allspice with the Cinnamon.

Provided by Penny Hall

Categories     Pies

Time 2h25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
1 deep dish pate brisee or store bought pie crust, divided into two pieces, one large for covering the pie
5 1/2 lbs firm tart apples (about 14), such as empire,or granny smith
juice of 2 lemons
1 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
2 tsp ground cinnamon
3 tbls chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg yolk

Steps:

  • 1. 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out a smaller piece of pate brisee into a 15-inch round about 1/8-inch thick, dusting surface with flour to prevent sticking, as needed. Brush off excess flour. Roll dough around rolling pin, and place over a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Line plate with dough, pressing it into the corners. Trim dough to within 1 inch of the pie plate. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate. 2. Roll out remaining piece of dough into an 18-inch round. Transfer round to a baking sheet; cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. 3. Peel and core apples, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place slices in a large bowl; sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent discoloration. In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cinnamon; toss with apple slices. 4. Remove remaining dough from refrigerator; place apple mixture in prepared pie plate, mounding it in a tall pile. Dot apples with butter. Place dough round over apples. Tuck edge of top dough between edge of bottom dough and rim of pan. Using your fingers, gently press both layers of dough along the edge to seal, and crimp as desired. 5. Using a paring knife, cut several vents in top of dough to allow steam to escape. In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk with 2 tablespoons water to make a glaze. Brush surface with egg glaze; sprinkle with sugar. Place on a baking sheet (this will catch any juices that may overflow during baking). Bake until crust is golden, about 15 minutes. 6. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and continue baking until crust is golden brown and juices are bubbling, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove from oven, and let cool completely before serving. Variations In "Martha Bakes," the cooking time for this pie was 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes.
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MILE-HIGH STRAWBERRY PIE



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My mother-in-law served this recipe for dessert one evening and immediately after eating this, I had to have the recipe. It is so refreshing and light. I hope you enjoy it as much as our family has.

Provided by Deena

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Strawberry Pie Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup margarine, melted
⅓ cup brown sugar
2 cups sliced strawberries
1 cup white sugar
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine flour, pecans, margarine, and brown sugar together in a bowl until crumbly; transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring often, until crumbs are lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer most of the crumbs to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Beat strawberries, white sugar, egg whites, and lemon juice together in a bowl using an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 15 minutes. Fold whipped topping into strawberry filling; pour over crumbs.
  • Sprinkle remaining crumbs over the strawberry filling. Cover dish with plastic wrap and freeze until set, 8 hours to overnight. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 61.5 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

MILE-HIGH PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIE PIE



Mile-High Peanut Butter Brownie Pie image

Having a hard time choosing between peanut butter and chocolate? This pie has the best of both worlds -- a rich brownie bottom and creamy smooth peanut butter topping.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

13 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note)
9 ounces peanut butter sandwich cookies, such as Nutter Butter
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
4 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup peanut butter chips, plus more for garnish
One 8-ounce block cream cheese, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup marshmallow creme
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips, plus more for garnish
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • For the brownie: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate with 1 tablespoon butter, then dust with flour. Tap out any excess.
  • Microwave 4 tablespoons butter in a small microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until melted, about 1 minute. Add the peanut butter cookies to the bowl of a food processor and process until fine crumbs have formed. Pour in the melted butter and pulse until the cookies are wet like sand. Press the cookie crumbs into the bottom and completely up the sides of the prepared pie plate.
  • Whisk the flour, cocoa powder and salt in a medium bowl. Melt the semisweet chocolate and the remaining 8 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning, about 2 minutes. Stir in the eggs and sugar until well combined. Gently fold in the flour mixture until well combined. Fold in the peanut butter chips. Pour the batter in the cookie crust and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • For the peanut butter cream: Meanwhile, place the cream cheese, peanut butter and marshmallow creme in a medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add the heavy cream to a separate medium bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 2 minutes. Fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture, then fold in the mini chocolate chips. Spread the mixture on the top of the pie and chill until completely set, about 2 hours.
  • For the whipped topping: Meanwhile, whisk the cream cheese, heavy cream and sugar in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes. Mound the whipped topping on top of the pie and sprinkle with more mini chocolate chips and peanut butter chocolate chips.

MILE-HIGH STRAWBERRY PIE



Mile-High Strawberry Pie image

Easy and delicious...and you don't have to turn on the stove. My sister, Katy, gave me this one. Note: cooking time is freezing time for the pie.

Provided by Aunt Cookie

Categories     Pie

Time 3h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 egg whites
10 ounces frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup sugar
12 ounces Cool Whip
1 graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • With an electric mixer, beat the egg whites, strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar for 20 minutes (that's not a typo; it really takes 20 minutes!). It will resemble meringue when ready.
  • Fold in the Cool Whip.
  • Put in the prepared crust.
  • Freeze for several hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.1, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 14.4, Sodium 261, Carbohydrate 82.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 70.7, Protein 3.8

MILE HIGH STRAWBERRY PIE WITH PECAN CRUMB CRUST



Mile High Strawberry Pie With Pecan Crumb Crust image

Make and share this Mile High Strawberry Pie With Pecan Crumb Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nleewebb

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 1 9x13 deep dish pan, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup flour
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
10 ounces frozen sweetened strawberries
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 ounces frozen whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Mix melted butter, pecans, flour and brown sugar in medium bowl with fork until thoroughly mixed. Will be crumbly.
  • Place crumb mixture onto 10x15x1" cookie sheet, carefully spreading without packing to cover pan. Bake 10-15 minutes, stirring periodically to brown crumbs and avoid burning.
  • Remove crumbs from oven when lightly browned and set on cooling rack to cool, stirring periodically so that crumbs do not compact.
  • Next, place egg whites, partially frozen berries and lemon juice in large mixing bowl, beating with electric mixture at high speed for 15 minutes, until filling is a pink 'cloud'.
  • Fold whipped topping into strawberry mixture, carefully folding to not 'flatten' cloud.
  • Spread 3/4 of crumb mixture into 9x13 pan. Fill with strawberry mixture. Sprinkle remaining crumbs over top. Cover and freeze at least 4 hours, preferably day before serving. Cook time is minimum freezing time.
  • Note: Can replace frozen strawberries with 2 Cups sliced fresh strawberries, macerated with 1 Cup sugar. I prefer to use frozen strawberries that are set on counter while crumbs are prepared and baked. I have also substituted Whipped Cream for frozen topping. Place in cold bowl 1 cup heavy cream, and while beating add 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Fold into strawberry cloud in step 5.
  • 2nd Note: Can use two 10" deep dish pie plates instead of 9x13" pan. Makes a great dessert to take to church suppers or dessert for a meal taken to sick friend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.3, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 47.6, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 13, Protein 2.1

MILE-HIGH MUD PIE



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I went big on this ice cream pie and layered some of my favorite flavors, like coffee, chocolate and caramel. What's not to love?!

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 slices of pie

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts (1/2 gallon) coffee ice cream, softened
2 cups chopped pecans
2 quarts (1/2 gallon) chocolate ice cream, softened
2 1/2 cups chocolate-coated toffee pieces
50 chocolate sandwich cookies
1 1/2 sticks salted butter, melted
2 quarts (1/2 gallon) vanilla ice cream, softened
2 1/2 cups chocolate shell ice cream sauce (such as Magic Shell)

Steps:

  • Line an 8-quart bowl with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang. Tip the coffee ice cream into the bowl and smooth the surface. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top and freeze until the ice cream is firm, at least 1 hour.
  • Tip the chocolate ice cream into the bowl over the pecans and smooth the surface. Sprinkle the toffee pieces on top and freeze until firm, at least 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, put the sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Pour in the melted butter and pulse to combine. Set aside.
  • Once the chocolate ice cream is firm, tip the vanilla ice cream into the bowl over the toffee pieces and smooth the surface. Tip the cookie mixture on top of the vanilla ice cream; spread it evenly and press down firmly. Cover with the overhanging plastic and freeze until completely firm, at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
  • Turn out the pie onto a cake stand or platter lined with 4 squares of parchment so that the paper hangs over the edges of the platter. Peel off the plastic wrap from the pie and pour the chocolate shell over the ice cream to cover completely. Slide out the sheets of parchment.

MILE-HIGH LIME PIE



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Convenience items speed along the preparation of this light and fluffy make-ahead pie. The lime filling is very sweet, creamy and piles high in the crust. -Candi Smith of Blue Springs, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14 ounces) fat-free sweetened condensed milk
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons lime juice
5 drops green food coloring, optional
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed
1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (9 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the milk, sour cream, lime juice and food coloring if desired. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into the crust. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MILE-HIGH CHOCOLATE PIE



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Milk/Cream     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Freeze/Chill     Vegetarian     Chill     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pie crust, homemade or store-bought
4 large egg whites
3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar
10 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate (do not exceed 71% cacao), chopped, plus more shaved with a vegetable peeler for garnish
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups heavy cream, divided
1 cup coarsely crushed chocolate wafer cookies (such as Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers), divided
1/2 cup crème fraîche
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Special Equipment
A 9" pie dish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line pie dish with crust; crimp edges decoratively. Fully bake pie crust according to recipe or box instructions. Let cool completely.
  • Whisk egg whites and sugar in a medium heatproof bowl set over a medium saucepan of simmering water until sugar dissolves and egg whites are warm but not hot, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium-high speed until cool, tripled in volume, and stiff peaks form (the tips of the peaks won't fall over when beaters are lifted from bowl and turned upright), about 6 minutes.
  • Stir chopped chocolate and butter in a large bowl set over same saucepan of simmering water until melted and smooth, 4-5 minutes; set aside.
  • Beat 2 cups cream in another medium bowl until medium peaks form (cream should be soft and pillowy), 5-6 minutes.
  • Gently fold egg whites into warm chocolate mixture until fully incorporated (work quickly to prevent chocolate from turning gritty). Gently fold in whipped cream just until no white streaks remain; do not overmix or mixture will deflate. Spoon 1/2 cup chocolate mousse into bottom of prepared pie crust; spread evenly over bottom of crust. Sprinkle 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons crushed chocolate wafers over mousse. Top with remaining mousse, mounding in the center to create a dome. (The point is to add height, not to spread out evenly to edges.) Chill pie.
  • Beat remaining 2 cups cream, crème fraîche, and salt until medium-stiff peaks form (when the beaters are lifted from the cream, the peaks will hold their shape but the tips will fall over). Top chocolate mousse with whipped-cream mixture, following the same rounded dome shape. Chill pie for at least 4 hours or, covered, for up to 3 days. (It will slice best if chilled overnight, allowing mousse to set properly.)
  • Garnish pie with 2 tablespoons chocolate wafers and chocolate shavings. Slice pie using a clean, dry knife; wipe between slices to ensure clean, elegant pieces.

MILE-HIGH PEANUT BUTTER-BROWNIE PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Pillsbury® refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box
1 box (15.5 oz) Pillsbury® Chocolate Chunk Brownie Mix
1/4 cup Reese's® peanut butter chips
1/3 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
3 tablespoons water
1 EGGLAND'S BEST egg
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 tablespoons Fisher® Party Peanuts, chopped
2 tablespoons Hershey's® mini chips semi-sweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Unroll pie crust; place in ungreased 9-inch glass pie plate as directed on box for One-Crust Filled Pie; flute edge.
  • In medium bowl, stir brownie mix, peanut butter chips, oil, water and egg 50 strokes with spoon. Pour batter into crust-lined pie plate.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes, covering edge of crust with strips of foil after 15 to 20 minutes, until crust is golden brown and center of brownie is set. Cool slightly, about 20 minutes. Refrigerate 1 hour or until completely cooled.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, peanut butter and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread mixture over brownie. Sprinkle with peanuts and chocolate chips. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

MILE-HIGH APPLE PIE



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This is an amazing apple pie from an old newspaper clipping. I think it originated from the Washington Apple commission. Be sure to use a large pie plate as it makes a lot of filling.

Provided by Kana6615

Categories     Pie

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
5 tablespoons butter, chilled
4 -5 tablespoons cold water
12 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare pastry: In large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut vegetable shortening and butter into flour mixture until coarsely blended. Slowly add water, mixing, until dough binds. Form dough into two balls, one slightly larger than the other; wrap and refrigerate.
  • Make apple filling: Cook apple slices in a large pot over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until barely tender-about 10 minutes. Watch so they don't burn! Drain apple slices completely. Transfer to large bowl and add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla; stir to blend. Set aside.
  • Prepare Pecan Crumb Topping: In medium-sized bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and salt. Cut butter into flour mixture until mixture resembles cornmeal. Add pecans and mix.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Roll out out both pieces of dough. Place the smaller round in bottom of dish. Carefully fill pie dish with apple filling. (It will be quite full!) Roll our larger piece of dough to a 12-inch round and cover top of pie. Trim and pinch together edges of bottom and top crusts.
  • Brush top crust lightly with water. Top with crumb topping and carefully press into crust. Make several slits in top pie crust.
  • Put a tray beneath the pie to catch any overflow during baking. Bake 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Cool at least 25 minutes, sift confectioners' sugar over top, and serve.

MILE-HIGH APPLE PIE



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and quartered
4 McIntosh apples, peeled, cored and quartered
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
Perfect Pie Dough, recipe follows
One 7-ounce tube marzipan almond paste
1 egg, beaten, for egg wash
3 cups flour, plus more for dusting
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, chilled or frozen

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the quartered apples into 1/2-inch slices and mix with the lemon juice in a large bowl. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apples, toss to coat and cook, 5 to 7 minutes. Sprinkle the sugars, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and allspice over the apples and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture to thicken, and then let cool completely. Roll out one of the Perfect Pie Dough discs on a floured surface. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate, giving yourself a 1/2-inch overhang. Roll the marzipan between 2 pieces of parchment paper into a 9-by-1/8-inch-thick circle. Place the marzipan over the bottom crust. Dock the bottom crust, using a fork, and fill the pie with the apple mixture. Roll out the second pie dough disc to fit on top of the apples. Place on top of the pie and trim the edges to about 1/2-inch overhang. Pinch the top crust to the bottom, fluting the edge or pressing to seal with the tines of a fork. Vent the pie by cutting 4 slits in the top, and brush with the egg wash. Transfer the pie to a sheet tray and bake until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool 20 minutes before serving.
  • Mix the flour and salt together in a food processer. Add the butter into the flour mixture and pulse until you have large pea-size chunks scattered throughout. Add 8 to 10 tablespoons ice water slowly, while stirring with a fork, just until combined. Transfer to a floured surface, divide in half, shape into 2 discs and wrap separately in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start baking, make sure all your ingredients are measured and prepped. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling during the baking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your pie. Whenever possible, use fresh fruits and vegetables, and opt for high-quality butter and flour.
  • Don't overmix your dough: Overmixing the dough will make it tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined and avoid overworking the dough.
  • Chill your dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking will help it hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much. Aim to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Bake your pie at a high temperature: A high oven temperature will help create a flaky crust and prevent the filling from becoming too runny. For most pies, a temperature of 375°F to 400°F is ideal.
  • Don't overcook your pie: Overcooking the pie will make the crust dry and the filling runny. Bake the pie just until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Conclusion:

With a little planning and effort, you can create a delicious and beautiful pie that will impress your family and friends. Just remember to follow these tips and use high-quality ingredients, and you'll be sure to have a successful baking experience.

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