Below are some basic instructions for taking care of your pie after you leave our shop.
How long do your pies keep? What's the best way to store them?
We serve our pies at the shop at room temperature, so you are welcome to keep them on a cool counter, out of direct heat. If you won't be serving your pies for a day or two, you can also keep them in the refrigerator (in the box is fine). We recommend letting them come up to room temperature before serving.
Fruit pies are best stored at room temperature and eaten within 2 days of purchase. However, they can also be refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Custard pies (ex. Sweet Potato Coconut, Cardamom Tahini Squash, or Apple Butter Custard) are best eaten within 2 days of purchase if stored at room temperature. However, they can also be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
Chess and nut pies (ex. Salted Maple, Hot Cocoa Chess, or Brandy Pecan) are best eaten within 3 days of purchase if stored at room temperature. However, they can also be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
Meringue pies (ex. The Banana Pete or Honey Lemon Meringue) are best eaten within 2 days of purchase if stored at room temperature. However, they can also be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
Can I freeze my pie?
While we do recommend eating our pies fresh and within a few days of purchasing, many of our pies are suitable for freezing.
For proper freezing, tightly wrap the pie in plastic wrap twice. When you're ready to thaw, unwrap the pie and allow it to thaw completely at room temperature, on a cool counter (typically at least 24 hours). We recommend letting the pie come up to room temperature before serving. See below for heating instructions.
Can my pie be reheated?
As a general rule, pies with meringue topping, chess pies, and custard piesare not recommended for serving warm (they will melt in the oven and won't hold their shape).
To warm a fruit pie from the fridge or from room temperature, heat the oven to 300º F and warm for 20 minutes, checking the pie by placing your hand over the center to see if it is fully warmed (more time may be required).
To warm your pie straight from the freezer, heat the oven to 350º F and warm for 20 minutes, checking the pie by placing your hand over the center to see if it is fully warmed (more time may be required).
What size are your pies? How many people does 1 pie serve?
Our pies measure 9" in diameter, and typically serve 6 - 8 people.
What's the best way to slice my pie?
We slice our pies in 8 in the shop, however, for serving at home most of our pies can be sliced into 10. The fruit pie slices tend to lose their shape the smaller they are cut, so we recommend keeping it at 8 slices for those particular flavors.
For chess, custard, and nut pies: Use a sharp chef's knife to cut through the pie. If needed, use a paring knife to make sure the crust edges are cut all the way.
For lattice, crumble, or full-top pies: Use a serrated knife to saw through the top layer when you are cutting through the pie. It works much better, and won’t crush the crust or crumble topping. If needed, use a paring knife to make sure the crust edges are cut all the way.
For meringue pies: Before cutting through the pie, warm your chef's knife in hot water and dry off completely with a towel. The heat will help the knife make clean cuts through the meringue and not crush it. Take your time with these!
FAQs
Fruit pies are best stored at room temperature and eaten within 2 days of purchase. However, they can also be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Custard pies (ex. Sweet Potato Coconut, Cardamom Tahini Squash, or Apple Butter Custard) are best eaten within 2 days of purchase if stored at room temperature.
How long can you keep a pie in the fridge? ›
Apple and other fruit pies keep at room temperature for up to two days, then in the fridge for two more. Pumpkin, custard, or other egg/dairy-based pies can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Pie dough can keep for two to three days in the fridge, or up to three months in the freezer.
Is it okay to leave pie out overnight? ›
If a pie contains eggs or dairy products, it should be stored in the refrigerator and not left out at room temperature for more than two hours. Pies that do not contain dairy products, such as fruit pies can be stored, loosely covered at room temperature for up to two days.
How long will an apple pie keep in the refrigerator? ›
Ideally, apple pie (or any fruit pie) should be stored in the refrigerator, either with a lid or covered tightly with plastic wrap. It will last up to 4 days in the refrigerator, but always be sure to check in on your leftovers to make sure they still look and smell good before diving in.
Can you eat 3 week old pie? ›
While this is certainly true for food safety reasons, McDowell reiterates that all pies—even those that have been refrigerated—should be eaten within two days for ideal texture and optimal crust flakiness.
Can I eat apple pie after 7 days? ›
According to the USDA, fruit pies in an airtight container can stay unrefrigerated at room temperature for up to two days. When refrigerated, apple pie can remain for up to one week.
Can you freeze a pie? ›
Most pies will freeze well from a raw or cooked state. However, custard filled pies do not tend to freeze well. When freezing a fruit pie, you'll see the best results if you freeze a combination of cooked fruit filling in a raw pastry. Raw fruit filling can become watery on thawing and may require additional thickener.
Can you eat a pie 5 days out of date? ›
Eating an expired pie will not cause harm, unless it's so old it's begun to mold, which is terribly unlikely. The risk comes from eating a pie containing dairy, eggs, or custard, that has not been refrigerated properly. Most all foods are good past their expiration date.
Is it okay to use expired refrigerated pie crust? ›
While refrigerated pie crusts typically last up to 5 days beyond this date, crusts kept in their original sealed packaging can maintain quality for up to 18 months when stored properly.
Why is store-bought pecan pie not refrigerated? ›
According to the USDA, any pie that is egg-rich (such as pecan, pumpkin, lemon meringue, and any custard pie) must be kept in the fridge after baking and cooling. The exception here is some store-bought pies, which may contain preservatives that will allow the pies to be left unrefrigerated.
Why Are Store-Bought Pies Not Refrigerated? So that brings many of us to the question: Why are the pumpkin pies at the grocery store sitting out? Store-bought pumpkin pies include shelf-stable ingredients such as preservatives which allow them to last longer, even at room temp.
How do you store homemade pie overnight? ›
Loosely cover: After baking and cooling your pie, loosely cover it with aluminum foil. Store: store for at room temperature for up to two days, or up to seven days in the fridge according to USDA guidelines. Bake: Bake pie 10 to 15 minutes in a 375°F oven before serving to help re-crisp the crust and warm up the fruit.
Does pie in the fridge go bad? ›
Fruit pies, such as apple or cherry pies, generally stay fresh up to 3-4 days in the fridge. On the other hand, cream pies or custard-filled pies require careful handling. These are only as good for around 1-2 days.
How can you tell if apple pie has gone bad? ›
When apple pie has gone bad, it may start to grow mold, typically a fuzzy white or green substance appearing on the surface. Additionally, if the pie has a sour, off smell, then it's a sure sign that it's spoiled. The taste can also be off, sour, or simply not as fresh.
Why does apple pie not need to be refrigerated? ›
Well, it depends — a regular apple pie that just contains sugar will last up to two days at room temperature, but an apple pie that is made with custard or cream or has egg in the filling needs to be refrigerated in order to prevent foodborne illness.
Can you eat 5 day old pumpkin pie? ›
Homemade pumpkin pie is safe in the fridge for two to four days, and you should refrigerate the pumpkin pie promptly after it cools. Place your pie in a sealed container or loosely wrap it in plastic wrap or foil to refrigerate. You can also bake your pumpkin pie weeks ahead of time and freeze it.
Is week old pie safe? ›
Fruit pies such as cherry and apple can be stored at room temperature one to two days or seven days in the refrigerator. Some perishable pies, such as pumpkin and pecan, purchased in store bakeries, may contain preservatives.
How long is a pie safe to eat? ›
So, how long do pies last? Pies last about 2-4 days after their printed date in the refrigerator and about 6-9 months in the freezer, as noted on the following table:
