European bake pies & tarts recipes

Dark Chocolate Torte

Super rich torte for chocolate lovers.

Swedish Apple Pie

"Easy as pie" as the saying goes. But this recipe is really EASIER than pie! Sliced Granny Smith apples go in the pie dish first, followed by a…

Galette Dough

Far from an original recipe, we've Julia Child to thank for this one, with my own commentary integrated into the recipe. A fantastic way to…

Ricotta Pie

We took the traditional Italian holiday dessert and brought the health benefits up a notch by adding blueberries. We also think the pie tastes…

Ricotta and lemon pie

Try this simple, creamy ricotta pie, lighter in texture than a cheesecake.

Jammy Apple Tart

For an 8" pie tin (6 slices)

Shoo-Fly Pie

This is probably the most well known amish pie. When we were small children our Grandfather used to take great pleasure in telling us that shoo-fly…

Peach Tarte Tatin

Tarte Tatin is an upside down tart with caramelized fruit inside. Traditionally tarte tatin was made with apples and the apples were caramelized in…

Sweet Pumpkin Pie

After I saw all these beautiful things you all made with pumpkin, I thought I should just present also the Greek way we make this vegetable. This is…

Croatian apple cake

It is a fragnant and delicious cake.

Greek Dessert: Figs & Pistachio Tarts

The fact I’m French does not mean I’m averse to other countries’ gastronomy. On the very contrary, as proven by…

Almond-Crusted Vino Cotto (Vincotto) Apple Tart

The almond crust and added vino cotto bring a new texture and flavor to apple tarts.

Pastaciotti or Pusties

Italian pudding filled pastries. A sweet, delicate dough housing a deliciously smooth filling. These will be a hit with everyone. Be sure to put…

Sfogliatelle/ Neapolitan Cornets

Tarte Tatin

This is a classic of French home cuisine - it's upside-down caramelized apple tart.