Mini-pies are one of the most popular trends in baking, leading the way in the mini-dessert craze. Everyone loves these adorable, funsized desserts and savoury morsels that are perfect whether on the go, hosting an elegant party or just snooping for after-school snack ideas. They are the perfect example of good things that come in small packages. A novice or experienced baker will be enchanted with Julie Anne Hession's recipes. She shares tips and techniques from her wide experience in creating perfect mini-pies, and provides recipes for a wide array of crusts including gluten-free and vegan options. Flavour combinations range from the sweet and sumptuous to the hearty and savoury.
Here is a sampling of the recipes: The Classics like Lemon Meringue Tartlets, Lobster Pies and of course, Classic Apple Pies; Sweet, fruit-filled pies like Very Berry Goat Cheese Pies, Strawberry Basil Hand Pies, and Port Glazed Concord Grape Pies; Custard and Caramel pies like Maple Nut Caramel, Bananas Foster or Mini Brown Butter and Golden Raisin Tartlets; Holiday pies such as Festive Spiced Cranberry Pies and Pear and Gingerbread Tartlets; Savoury offerings such as Zesty Pork Empanadas, Potato, Leek and Gorgonzola Pies and Caramelized Cauliflower Pies with Pancetta and Sage; Vegetarian Pies like Baked Brie and Tomato Jam Turnovers or Moroccan Chickpea Pies. Simply delicious recipes, luscious photos along with step-by-step photos for perfecting the perfect pie crust and easy-to-follow instructions make this the definitive mini pie cookbook.