Incredible bakeries abound in the Show-Me State. You can find plenty of made-from-scratch cakes, cookies, pastries and breads. But today, we’re talking pie. From all-American apple to rich French silk to savory meat and cheese, you’re sure to discover a favorite at these Missouri pie shops:
Sweet Pies in Missouri
Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery, Kimmswick – This spot is home of the famous Levee High Caramel Pecan Apple Pie. It might be the most famous pie in town, but it’s not the only sweet creation you’ll find here. The bakery makes more than 20 kinds of pie, a handful of cheesecakes and several types of layer cakes. There’s also a selection of pastries, including “pie pops” – tiny treats on a stick.
Peggy Jean’s Pies, Columbia – Gourmet desserts are made daily by three generations of pie-loving women. The menu includes more than 50 fruit, cream and nut varieties. If you’re looking for a little something extra, try the Almond Rum Raspberry, Pumpkin Bourbon or Chocolate Bourbon Pecan flavors. Choose from 3-inch tarts, 6-inch baby pies or full-size 9-inch pies
Ashleigh’s Bake Shop, Kansas City – This small bakery, tucked inside Pryde’s Kitchen & Necessities shop, uses a secret recipe and lots of butter for its flaky pie crust. The shop owner and her dad bake more than 40 kinds of pie including several flavorful combinations such as the Berry Patch, a mixture of blueberry, blackberry and raspberry, and the Apple Cranberry.
A Slice of Pie, Rolla and St. Robert – Bring your appetite because the pies here are big – some weigh more than five pounds. In addition to their regular selections, the shop offers a pie of the month – often something a little out of the ordinary such as the Mud Slide or Tahitian Cream. They’ll also put together a sampler platter that’s perfect for parties.
Spring Creek Tea Room, Ozark – This combination eatery and antique shop makes a variety of pies daily. They go fast, so try to arrive early for the best selection. The Coconut Cream comes highly recommended. Other flavors include Banana Cream and Lemon Meringue.
Sugarfire Pie, St. Louis – The pie at Sugarfire Smokehouse became so popular, the co-owner and pastry chef needed more space to keep up with demand. She eventually opened a separate pie place two doors down from the restaurant. In addition to traditional pie, the shop offers “pie cakes,” cobblers, stack pies, hand pies and pie shakes. Its namesake Sugarfire Pie is actually old-fashioned chess pie made with butter, sugar, cream, eggs and yellow cornmeal.
Savory Pies in Missouri
Damn Fine Hand Pies, St. Louis – Once a local farmers market favorite, this bakery and cafe now occupies a permanent spot in the city’s Shaw neighborhood. Hand pie flavors include the Sausage Gravy, BBQ Chicken, and Dill Cream Cheese with Everything Seasoning.
Prairie Pie, Springfield – Prairie Pie is a sweet and savory pie company located inside Tea Bar & Bites in Springfield’s Rountree neighborhood. The owner has been creating desserts since the age of 16 for bakeries in Springfield and New York City. Pies are offered in the store and by pre-ordering online.
Banksia, Kansas City – This cafe and bakery offers elevated savory pies at two locations: the original downtown bistro and the South Plaza Cafe. The eatery combines multicultural Australian flavors with classic European fare. A selection of savory pies includes Beef and Red Wine and Greek Lamb.