Pie, Tart and Galette Recipes

By Lauren Titus / Photography By Amy Robb | Last Updated November 14, 2023

Celebrate Pi Day with a homemade pastry.

There's nothing like a flaky pie crust with a sweet filling to satisfy one's soul. Even better than pie for dessert? Savory tarts for breakfast, brunch and dinner! Need some recipe ideas for your next baking session? Try these recipes using seasonal fruit, veggies and more. Once you have perfected the art of the pie dough, be creative in your fillings, and you'll always be ready for a pie party pop-up.

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Roselle Meringue Tart

Also known as Florida cranberry, roselle is in the edible hibiscus family and can be found fresh, dried or in tea bags. Its tart yet floral flavor in the curd filling is a good balance to the cardamom...

Key Lime Pie

This twist on a classic dessert starts with a crust made with ginger snap cookies instead of the more traditional graham crackers.

Drunken-Nut Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie

This adults-only version of a holiday favorite is brushed with bourbon, which pairs well with the semi-sweet chocolate and gives this dessert an extra rich finish.

Florida Citrus Pie

Take advantage of seasonal citrus fruit for this delicious pie - and don't be surprised by how fast it disappears!

Lemon Chess Pie

Chess pies are sometimes called pantry pies, traditionally made in the winter when fresh fruit wasn't available.

Ricotta Kumquat Citrus Pie

This little bit of sunshine is best served chilled or at room temperature. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and fresh kumquat slices.

Sour Orange Pie

While this version has a meringue topping, the pie is also delicious with whipped cream or no topping at all.

Mini Brown Butter Carrot Pies

Naturally sweet carrots combined with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and a touch of bourbon make this a delicious alternative to sweet potato or pumpkin pie for your holiday dessert table.

Ginger Apple Pear Pie

This delicious pie works with either a lattice or solid top crust. Either way, you won’t have leftovers for long!

Heirloom Tomato Tart

This recipe was the winning entry in the 2019 Peace Out Pie Contest, held at the St. Augustine Amp Farmers’ Market. Fresh tomatoes atop a goat cheese filling on a Parmesan cheese crust make for a...

Shepherd’s Pie

Leftovers become more than the sum of the parts when they combine into this easy casserole.

Blueberry-Lavender Pop Tarts

Always be prepared to head out on your next excursion by having some grab-and-go goodies on your checklist. These hand pies are perfect travel companions, as a fruit-filled breakfast on the go or a...

Mini Chocolate Pecan Tarts

These bite-sized treats are perfect for a holiday dessert buffet. If you don’t have time for homemade pastry dough, look for frozen mini tart shells at the grocery store.

Breakfast Tarts

Serve these tarts for breakfast, brunch or as appetizers for a potluck.

Caramel Apple Pecan Galette

This galette is perfect served warm with coffee on a lazy Sunday morning. Or, try serving it as a rustic variation of a classic pie at your next gathering of friends! Either way, you won't be...

Sweet Potato Pie

Maxine was Dietary Supervisor for River Garden Hebrew Home for the Aged in Mandarin for 45 years before she retired. She is known for the pies she bakes for every family gathering, including this...