Quickly Turn 1 Pie Into… 10 Pies!

10 Fabulous pies, all made from the same basis. How to create great and simple different desserts in no time!

How to quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies! 10 fabulous pies, all made from the same basis. Or, how to create great and simple different desserts in no time!

Sounds great, right? And yes, it’s possible! And so, so easy! 😊

Today, I’m sharing 10 options, but I’m sure you’ll find tons of others! There are so many possibilities here!

As you certainly know by now, I’m a dessert lover. And I mean, all kinds of desserts! And to be honest, I prefer the Simple and easy ones! So, just imagine how I like a dessert that we can switch a few ingredients to create something completely different…so versatile!

A great idea…

But I have so many ideas and options…way too much for a single post! ha! ha! So I had that brilliant idea ( again! ha! ha! ); why not make a post series? Great idea, isn’t it? I know, I sometimes impress myself! ha! ha! ha!

Seriously, my goal here is not only to prove to you that you can easily create a fabulous dessert with only a few ingredients but also to show you that you can create almost any dessert with the items you have on hand! Switch blueberries for strawberries, peaches for raspberries, or even lemon. The possibilities are endless, and it’s totally up to you!

I decided to start that post series with the easiest Simple pie. I stopped counting how many times I made that pie in all possible versions. But here I will share my family’s ten favorites… I might share the hundred others another time! 😊

 

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Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… The basis

The trick here is always using the same pie shell and filling. The fun begins with toppings and garnishings!

So I use just a plain graham pie shell, and I often buy a ready-to-use one to save a little time (but keep on reading because I will share my recipe later). And I use a vanilla pie filling & pudding. It’s amazing how a few cups of milk and a small box can make such a great dessert!

These two steps never change, but wait until you see what I’m adding to it!

To give you an idea, here are the ones I will share:

• Pineapple and roasted coconut pie
• Creamy strawberry pie
• Vanilla cream pie
• Blueberry cream pie
• Vanilla and cherry pie
• Peaches & mango cream pie
• Raspberry surprise pie
• Coffee cream pie
• Apple & caramel cream pie
• Chocolate cookie cream pie

As I said, I like using a graham pie shell because I find it easier, but you can also use the good old classic pie shell for all of these!  😉 You’ll find plenty of tips here to help you find the right pie plate.

Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… The toppings

I like fresh fruits, but I often use frozen ones or canned fruits too. Use whatever is easier for you!

And then, on top of the fruits, you can add roasted nuts or coconut, chocolate, cookie crumbs, fruit sauce, or coulis… See? Absolutely anything goes on this pie! All you need is a little inspiration 😉 and guess what? I will inspire you for sure!

Ready? It’s now time to dive into my magic, easy, Simple recipes!

Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… Recipes: The base

Let’s start with the base. The Perfectly Simple base! 😉

*Homemade graham pie shell*

Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 cup of graham crumbs
• 1/4 cup of melted butter
• 2 tbsp of sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350F
2. Combine all ingredients.
3. Press into a pie pan and press to form a crust.
4. Bake for 8 minutes.
5. Let completely cool on a wire rack.

*Vanilla pie filling*

Ingredients:

• 1 package of vanilla pie filling and pudding
• 3 cups of milk

Instructions:

1. Cook according to the package instruction.
2. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes, stirring a few times.
3. Put a plastic wrap directly on top of the filling to prevent skin from forming, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
4. Pour the cooled vanilla filling into the pie shell.
5. Add garnishing, cover, and refrigerate until serving time.

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I love desserts so much that I created a desserts book for my favorite ones! 😉

Tons of fabulous desserts that your friends and family will enjoy as much as mine!

 

Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… Recipes: The toppings

*Pineapple and roasted coconut pie*

No doubts! This is our favorite one! I made this pie so often!

I also include it in my Top 10 favorite make-ahead desserts. If you miss that post, I suggest you have a look! 10 great easy and simple desserts!

Ingredients:

• 1 can of tiny bits of pineapple
• 1/2 cup of toasted sweetened coconut

Instructions:

1. Drain pineapple well.
2. Evenly spread pineapple over the pie.
3. Sprinkle coconut on top.
4. Cover and refrigerate until time to serve.

You can also garnish with sweetened whipped cream and more coconut.

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*Creamy strawberry pie*

How I love strawberry seasons! I could add strawberries everywhere… but the best place is on that pie!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of diced strawberries
• 1 cup of sugar
• 3 tbsp of cornstarch
• 1/3 cup of water
• 1/2 tsp of vanilla
• 1/4 tsp of salt
• 2 cups of small strawberries cut into halves
• Sweetened whipped cream to garnish

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan: combine sugar and cornstarch.
2. Add diced strawberries and water.
3. Cook over medium heat, constantly stirring, until the mixture thickens and comes to a full boil. Let boil for one minute and remove from heat.
4. Add vanilla and salt.
5. Let cool for 15 minutes, stirring a few times.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
7. Pour over the pie and garnish with whipped cream.

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*Vanilla cream pie*

Just plain vanilla and whipped cream pie, but so good.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of whipping cream
• 1-1/2 tsp of vanilla
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• A fiew maraschino cherries to garnish
• Roasted almond slices to garnish

Instructions:

• Whip cream until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add the sugar, beating between each addition.
• Add vanilla.
• Evenly spread the whipped cream over the pie.
• Garnish with cherries and almond slices.
• Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

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*Blueberry cream pie*

Such a cute and lovely pie!

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp of cornstarch
• 2 tbsp of water
• 1 cup of blueberries
• 1/4 cup of water
• 3/4 cup of sugar
• 4 cups of blueberries

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tbsp water.
2. In a saucepan, boil 1 cup of blueberries and 1 cup of water, and mash the fruits to obtain a puree.
3. Add sugar and delayed cornstarch, and boil for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and add the remaining blueberries.
5. Let cool for 15 minutes.
6. Put plastic wrap directly on top and refrigerate for a few hours.
7. Pour evenly on top of the vanilla pie.

You can garnish with sweet whipped cream, lemon zest, or some fresh blueberries… or a mix of all these!

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Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… Some more toppings

*Vanilla and cherry pie*

I serve each part for this version and pour the cherry sauce on top. It is as good as it looks!

And I also serve this fabulous cherry sauce with many other things; that’s why this recipe is also part of my no-stress brunch party! 😉

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of frozen cherries, frozen
• 1/3 cup of sugar
• 2 tbsp of cornstarch
• 1 cup of water
• 2 tbsp of butter
• 1 tsp of lemon juice
• 1 tsp of vanilla

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine frozen cherries, sugar, and cornstarch.
2. Cook over medium heat, occasionally stirring, until the mixture thickens and comes to a full boil. Let boil for 1 minute.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Add butter and lemon juice, and mix well.
5. Let cool for 10 minutes.
6. Stir in vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.
7. At serving time, divide the pie into single parts and garnish with cherry sauce.

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*Peaches & mango cream pie*

Peaches and mangos, what a perfect match! So tasty and colorful, that dessert will bring sunshine to your table.

Ingredients:

• 1 can of sliced peaches in light syrup.
• 1 or 2 diced mangos
• Sweetened whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Drain the peaches and reserve the syrup.
2. In a blender, reduce 3/4 of the peaches in puree. Add the syrup, a bit at a time, until smooth but thick.
3. Evenly spread the peach sauce over the pie.
4. Garnish with remaining peach slices and mango dice.
5. Garnish with whipped cream.
6. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

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*Raspberry surprise pie*

Did you say surprise? Haha!

Ingredients:

• 5 cups of fresh raspberries
• 2/3 cup of raspberry jam
• Some sweet whipped cream
• Roasted almond slices

Instructions:

1. Heat the raspberry jam for a few minutes, until warm but not boiling.
2. Let cool completely, stirring a few times.
3. Pour over the pie.
4. Evenly add fresh raspberries.
5. Garnish with whipped cream and almond slices.

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*Coffee cream pie*

That one will please all coffee lovers!

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp of sugar
• 1 tbsp of white flour
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2/3 cup of milk
• 1/2 tsp of vanilla
• 1 tbsp of instant coffee
• Sweetened whipped cream to garnish
• Cocoa powder of 1/4 cup of chocolate chips to garnish

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and flour.
2. Add the egg yolks, salt, and milk. Cook for 10 minutes.
3. Add vanilla and coffee, constantly whisking until the cream has a nice thickness.
4. Transfer the cream to a glass bowl.
5. Cover the cream directly with plastic wrap to prevent skin from forming.
6. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours.
7. Cover the pie with coffee cream. Garnish with whipped cream. Drinkle the cocoa powder over the whipped cream using a small sifter or garnish with chocolate chips.

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If, like me, you like to keep track of the new recipes you tried, I suggest you use that Bullet Journal! 😉 a fun way to keep track of (almost!) everything!

Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… And some more toppings!

*Apple & caramel cream pie*

I also add the apple & caramel sauce after I serve it in single parts.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1/3 cup of sugar
• 2 tbsp of cornstarch
• 2 cups of milk
• 1/4 cup of maple syrup
• 1 tsp of vanilla
• 3 big apples in thin quarters

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the remaining ingredients, except apples.
2. Cook over medium heat, constantly stirring, until thickened.
3. Add the apple quarters, cover, and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, occasionally stirring, until the apples are tender but firm.
4. Let cool for 30 minutes.
5. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.
6. At serving time, divide the pie into single parts and generously garnish with the apple sauce.

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*Chocolate cookie cream pie*

Probably the easiest one! But so good!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of chocolate cookies ( FudgeO type ), cut into big chunks

Instructions:

1. Evenly spread the cookie chunks over the pie… and Voilà! The easiest chocolate pie is born!
2. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

 

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Quickly turn 1 pie into 10 pies!… To conclude

  Easy and simple, right? 

As you see, there are tons of different ways to create fabulous desserts!

I truly believe that simple desserts are the best! I don’t mind having a 7-layer cake, but I won’t bake it!  The last thing I want is to stress out about my dessert or waste precious time decorating it so it looks like a magazine cover! Oh no! That’s not my thing at all! 😉 I’m all about simple things, and I like good homemade desserts… and to me, homemade desserts should look like homemade desserts!

Speaking of homemade desserts, if you are a chocolate cake fan, you must read this!  Of course, I share my favorite ones, but I have an important question too…

I’m also working on a recipe book; my Top 50 best make-ahead desserts! 😊 and it should be out soon! All my favorite desserts are in it… well, not exactly all of them because I didn’t want to have 2000 pages recipe book! ha! ha! But you’ll find out that I chose good ones! No worries, I will let you know as soon as it’s ready!

** UPDATE ** UPDATE**  Yay! My book is finally ready! I am so, so proud of it!! My Top 50 Favorite Make-Ahead Desserts big book! I know your family will enjoy these easy desserts as much as mine do!

As always, I would love to hear from you 🖤. Use the comment box for any questions, or even better, use that comment box to tell me about your favorite pie…

And, of course, if you try one of the pies above or test a new version of it…  ha! ha! I’m such a curious girl! I need to know!! Please, send me the recipe! 😉

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Talk to you soon!

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