Sure, pumpkin pie is a crowd-pleasing classic, but when it comes to the Turkey Day dessert table, we’re all for variety. Leave the baking to the pros this year by purchasing one of these five perfect pies from beloved bakeries both near and far.

Caramel Apple Pie from Posh Baking Company

Marni Branz, the owner of Roseville-based CFO (cottage food organization) Posh Baking Company, holds a degree in pastry arts from Johnson & Wales University. Specializing in small-batch, artisan pies and pastries, she has over 20 years of experience—both across the country and across the pond. Her Caramel Apple Pie boasts an all-butter, double crust encasing a luscious filling of autumn-spiced caramel apples. It may be inside what counts, but this beauty’s lattice topping with handmade leaf decorations and braiding will have your guest’s mouths watering long before the first bite. poshbakingcompany.com

 

Cereal Killer Pie from The Pie Hole

Breakfast is the most important—and dare we say delicious—meal of the day, but combine your morning meal with dessert and you have the recipe for sweet success. This playful pie from So Cal company, The Pie Hole (locations in LA and Tokyo; nationwide shipping available), comes with a decadent cream cheese, Fruity Pebble-spiked filling in a cereal crust and Fruit Loops topping. Your inner child will be jumping for joy over this colorful creation that can—and should(!)—be consumed morning, noon, or night. thepieholela.com

 

Apple Bacon Caramel Pie from Crumb Pies

This bottomless, apple-packed pie—made with fresh Granny Smiths and Fujis—is adorned with a hand-crumbled topping, bacon crumbles, and caramel sauce drizzle. Sweet with a hint of salt from the savory bacon, it’s a fun, tasty twist on the classic apple pie. The icing on the pie? The business is based in Rocklin and owner Mary Jaques works with area suppliers to source the freshest, most authentic ingredients, so each purchase supports our local economy in myriad ways. crumbpies.com

 

Pop Pie Sampler from Cake Monkey Bakery

Good things come in small packages, and that’s particularly true when it comes to pies. The Pop Pie Sampler from LA-based bakery, Cake Monkey, features 10 total pies in five mouthwatering flavors (think Brown Sugar Cinnamon and Chocolate Almond) with a buttery, crumbly, super-addictive topping. Akin to your favorite childhood treat, Pop-Tarts, these 4” x 3” pies are sure to razzle and dazzle. cakemonkey.com

 

 

Sweet Potato Pie from Little Pie Company

Since 1985, Little Pie Company—whose brick and mortar sits in Manhattan—has been serving up season-fresh pies with carefully considered fillings in hand-pinched crusts. Shipped fresh nationwide for next-day delivery, their Sweet Potato Pie is a must-try. Creamy, rich, and dense, think of it as the cooler cousin to a traditional pumpkin pie, with all the familiar fall spices you know and love. littlepiecompany.com

By Megan Wiskus