Our 3 Favorite Ways to Use Pappy’s Pie Crust & Dough
What Is Pappy’s Pie Dough?
The smell of freshly baked pie filling the house creates a special kind of magic. It’s the smell of family gathering together for a holiday or a Sunday dinner. While we all love the idea of baking from scratch, it doesn’t happen as easily as we wish it did. Modern life keeps us busy, and finding the time to cut butter into flour for from-scratch pie crust is not always realistic.
That’s exactly why we do what we do. For over 50 years, Pappy’s Pie Dough has brought bakery-quality pastries into home kitchens. If you crave flaky, homemade pie crust without the time and mess of from-scratch dough, Pappy’s Pie Dough is a game-changer for home bakers. Unlike other frozen pie crusts, Pappy’s Pie Dough comes as a thick, ready-to-roll puck. You can shape the dough into any shape you need. We use the best quality ingredients, and we back our product with a satisfaction guarantee. Plus, Pappy’s is super easy to use. We want our dough to become a part of your home baking routine so you can spend more time doing what really matters, sharing good food with the people you love.
What Makes Pappy’s Pie Dough So Delicious?
Pappy’s Pie Dough was designed to be versatile for a variety of baking needs. You can easily shape the dough into any shape and thickness you need. Whether you’re baking rich desserts, quick appetizers, or hearty main dishes, you’re in total creative control.
We prioritize high-quality ingredients, and we are proud to stand by our time-tested recipe with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Here’s a closer look at what makes our dough the perfect solution for baking:
Ingredients: The secret to our flaky, bakery-quality dough comes down to one traditional ingredient, lard. Lard is the old-school bakery standard that our grandmothers used to achieve the perfect texture every time. Paired with just a handful of other premium ingredients, we’ve crafted a recipe that tastes just like homemade.
Taste: Our pie dough delivers incredible taste every time. Because it has no sugar, the flavor profile is rich and versatile. The taste will never clash with savory dinners or overpower sweet desserts.
Texture: When it comes to pie crust, we know that texture makes all the difference. Our crusts come out flaky and soft with any recipe. Just follow the simple instructions for consistent texture and a golden finish with every bite.
Ease of Use: Pappy’s Pie Dough is designed with home bakers in mind. To use, you simply thaw it, shape it, and bake it!
Our 3 Favorite Ways to Use It
Because there are so many ways to enjoy Pappy’s Pie Dough, it’s hard to narrow down our favorite ways to use it. Our customers are always coming up with more creative ways to bake delicious recipes with our dough. Here are just a few of our favorite ways to use Pappy’s Pie Dough:
1. Pies
Of course one of our favorite ways to use Pappy’s Pie Dough is in a traditional pie! Our crust comes frozen, ready to shape and bake with your favorite filling. Simply thaw at room temperature for an hour, then shape the dough as you wish. You can easily follow classic recipes for double crust apple pies, rich pecan pies, or even savory pot pies. Looking for some inspiration? Some of our favorite pie recipes to use Pappy’s Pie Dough in are:
Old Fashioned Apple Pie - This classic double crust apple pie recipe is perfect for fall!
Chocolate Pecan Pie - A unique take on pecan pie with chocolate and optional bourbon for even more decadence.
Chicken Pot Pie - Classic comfort food that can be prepared as one large pie or individual mini pies.
2. Tarts
Craving something simpler or smaller than a whole pie? You can also use Pappy’s Pie Dough to make smaller tarts and desserts. Because our dough is sold in pucks, you can use a portion now and save the rest of the dough for later. In fact, you can use some of the package and the rest will stay good in the freezer for up to six months. Here are some of our favorite tart recipes using Pappy’s Pie Dough:
Raspberry Cheesecake Mini Tarts - The perfect sweet to impress guests or treat the family to something special!
Rustic Blueberry Tart - A simple recipe to make your summer dinner table vibrant and delicious.
Zucchini Ricotta Tart - A unique savory tart featuring ricotta, lemon zest, and thyme.
3. Empanadas & Hand Pies
Pappy’s Crusts taste great with sweet or savory recipes. Customers have used our dough for savory empanadas and hand pies, folding the dough over and closing it to create a pocket for delicious, savory fillings. Here are a couple ideas to add to your dinner rotation:
Mashed Potato Pie - The perfect way to turn leftover mashed potatoes into something the whole family will crave.
Green Chile Beef Empanadas - Melt-in-your-mouth empanadas without having to make your own dough! Great baked or fried.
Where Can I Find Pappy’s Pie Dough?
Ready to skip the mess and try Pappy’s Pie Dough in your kitchen? We’re proud to be available in local grocery stores across 14 Midwest states.
Can’t find Pappy’s in your freezer aisle? We love expanding into new stores and reaching more home bakers! Just ask your grocery store manager to request our product so we can start serving your area. Happy baking!
