31 Mini Pie Recipes To Try This Holiday Season

Mar 13, 2024

They say that good things come in small packages, and when it comes to mini pies, it's definitely true. Whether sweet or savory, these 31 picks are just perfect for dressing up your appetizer and dessert displays from Pi Day to Thanksgiving, or any upcoming festive gathering. Some of them are even so spectacular, you could serve them alongside your favorite side dishes or our deliciousbourbon cocktail. Pick your faves, and get ready to impress guests all season long. Sweet and savory cravings, satisfied.

SAVORY Mini Pie Recipes

Mason Jar Banoffee Pies

As far as mason jar DIYs go, this one is definitely the most delicious. Follow our tutorial to create scrumptious mini pies using fresh bananas, dulce de leche, whipped cream, and chocolate. (via Brit + Co)

Mac and Cheese Pies

Everyone’s favorite comfort food just got a brand new look. Featuring Parmesan cheese and pancetta, this scrumptious dish will tickle your taste buds while warming you up. (via She Knows)

Flaky Broccoli Cheddar Soup Mini Pies

Chilly days and nights call for rich and hearty soups or, even better, these flavorful and flaky mini pies. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Mini Spaghetti Pies

Kids and adults alike are sure to gobble up petite pies filled with Parmesan and cottage cheeses. (via Plain Chicken)

Apple, Bacon + Cheddar Breakfast Pies

Who needs pancakes and pastries? Get your day off to a sweet and savory start with bite-sized breakfast pies. You’ll dig the unique blending of apple, sharp cheddar cheese, and bacon. (via Betty Crocker)

Cheeseburger Pies

Grilling season may be over, but you can still enjoy cheeseburgers with a twist thanks to these simple four-step pies. Served with mini dill pickles and topped with tomato pieces, they’ll be the highlight of the night. (via Betty Crocker)

Shepherd’s Pot Pies

What would Thanksgiving dinner be without mashed potatoes? Dish up these beef and veggie pot pies as a delectable new way to enjoy them. (via Pillsbury)

Buffalo Chicken Pies

Score a game-day touchdown by tossing together buffalo chicken mini pies that are just as tasty (and a bit less messy) as wings. (via Betty Crocker)

Tex-Mex Chicken + Cheese Pies

Tex-Mex lovers can’t go wrong by whipping up these shredded chicken and pepper jack cheese mini pies. Sprinkled with cilantro and served with spicy salsa, they’re great for Sunday brunch. (via Tablespoon)

Taco Pies

Taco Tuesday, anyone? Skip the shells and layer your favorite ingredients on top of Bisquick pie cups for an easy weeknight dinner. (via Tablespoon)

Butternut Squash + Beefy Mushroom Pot Pies

Butternut squash, mushrooms, bacon, beef and pumpkin beer combine to create one ridiculously mouthwatering pie. Looks like you just discovered a new fall fave. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Aussie Beef Pies

Where’s the beef? Hidden inside these gooey-good, Aussie-inspired pies! Bake them in muffin tins, then serve with ketchup and cold glasses of beer. (via Recipe Tin Eats)

SWEET Mini Pie Recipes

Cranberry Brie Pies

Craving something savory but with a little hint of sweetness? Mini pies made with cranberry sauce, brie, and chopped pecans are sure to satisfy. (via Something Swanky)

Apple Pecan Mini Pies

Okay, so these tasty treats aren’t exactly pies. They’re made with brown sugar-sprinkled English muffins, plus Granny Smith apples and pecans, giving you a sweet snack that’s every bit as good as the real thing. (via The Pioneer Woman)

Mini Pumpkin Pies

Pumpkin pie might just be the perfect fall dessert, whether or not you're eating it on Thanksgiving Day. This recipe features just the right amount of spice. (via Culinary Hill)

Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Hand Pies

Warm guests’ hands and hearts with cinnamon apple delights featuring whole wheat crust and bourbon. (via Baker by Nature)

Cranberry Apple Mini Pies

This is a great recipe for any point during the holiday season — the mix of cranberries, apples, and orange zest will please everyone. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Chocolate Pecan Pies

Sorry, grandma. These chocolatey pecan pies just might be the best Thanksgiving dessert ever. (via Mom on Timeout)

Chocolate Nutella Pies

Satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth during a fall bridal shower with Nutella mousse mini pies. They’ll look especially spectacular garnished with shaved chocolate curls and melted chocolate chip drizzle. (via The Gunny Sack)

Mint Chocolate Cream Pies

Is mint and chip your favorite ice cream flavor? If so, you’ll love feasting on chocolate pudding pies with minty whipped cream topping. They’d be an adorable addition at any gender-neutral baby shower. (via Mom on Timeout)

Apple Pies With Streusel Topping

Change things up at your fall wedding by serving mini apple streusel pies alongside or in place of a traditional cake. Or, pass some around as a late-night snack to help keep everyone partying hard. (via Center Cut Cook)

Butterscotch Cream Pies

Build me up, buttercup! These creamy, dreamy pies will never break your heart. (via Lauren’s Latest)

Samoa Pies

Already counting down the days until Girl Scout cookie season? Luckily, you can enjoy these caramel- and coconut-infused mini pies right now. (via Crazy for Crust)

Oreo + Peanut Butter Pies

These lattice-cut pies marry two all-American treats: Oreo cookies and creamy peanut butter. Serve some at your party and watch friends line up to grab ‘em until they’re gone. (via Picky Palate)

Boston Cream Pies

Need proof that gastronomical heaven truly exists? Sink your teeth into one (or five) of these tantalizing treats. Featuring sugar cookie cups, vanilla pudding mousse, and chocolate syrup, they’re a great non-traditional choice for holiday get-togethers. (via House of Yumm)

Coconut Cream Pies

Bored with traditional fall desserts like pecan, apple, and pumpkin pie? Think outside the box by serving coconut cream mini morsels instead. This recipe calls for pre-made phyllo cups, allowing for particularly fast party prep. (via Country Cleaver)

S’mores Pies

Too cold to sit around the campfire? Fear not, because thanks to these mini s’mores pies, you can still enjoy your favorite flavor combo straight through the fall and winter seasons. (via Lil’ Luna)

Salted Caramel Chocolate Pies

Get your salted caramel fix outside of Starbucks with Ghirardelli chocolate tarts that take just 45 minutes to make and mere seconds to devour. (via Ghirardelli)

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pies

Trick or treat! These almost no-bake mini pies are even better than the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups that’ll soon be gracing your kids’ Halloween candy stash. (via Carlsbad Cravings)

Mini Strawberry Pies

These mini pies are sure to be the star of the show — not only are they beautiful but they feature a delicious strawberry, lemon, and sugar filling. (via Amanda Wilens)

Apple Hand Held Pies

Still thinking about the sweet apple pie you ate after Thanksgiving dinner? Take this hand held version to go so you can have a snack while waiting in that long Black Friday line. (via Two Peas & Their Pods)

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16 Thanksgiving Soup Recipes To Ease Into The Feast This Year

Regardless of family traditions, a hot and cozy soup is a great way to kick off a giant Thanksgiving feast. Whether you're partial to fall flavors like squash and carrot or are seeking a more unique holiday recipe, there's a soup out there that's bound to complement your meal. But don't forget — you can experiment when it comes to presentation and serve a soul-warming soup in small glasses or even clean candle votives as an amuse-bouche before the big meal. Ahead, discover 16 soupshooter recipes that'll make your Thanksgiving extra tasty.

16 tasty Thanksgiving soup recipes you and your family will fall in love with

French Onion Soup

Brit + Co

You can't go wrong with French Onion soup any day but especially not on Thanksgiving! The bubbling and golden layer of cheese makes this feel like a luxurious dish everyone at the table will enjoy.

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Clean Cuisine

This soup is loaded up with vegetables, making it a healthier option for your Thanksgiving spread It's super simple to whip together but is extremely flavorful.

Roasted Garlic Sage Pesto Pumpkin Soup with Spicy Fried Pumpkin Seeds

Half-Baked Harvest

Not only is this recipe delicious, but it's seriously adorable too! It's rich and flavorful, thanks to sage, roasted garlic, pistachios, and blue cheese.

Cider Cheese Soup Shooters in Mini Pretzel Bread Bowls

How Sweet Eats

Instead of typical glassware, these cheese soup shooters are served in mini pretzel bread bowls, making them extra unique and fun. What more can you ask for than cheesy soup, pretzel bread, and bacon all in one bite?

Creamy Tomato Soup Shooters With Grilled Cheese Sticks

How Sweet Eats

You cannot go wrong with a mini grilled cheese atop a creamy tomato soup shooter. Warning: Your guests *will* ask for seconds.

Creamy Pumpkin Soup Shooters

Dine & Dish

This rich take on pumpkin soup is guaranteed to make you feel especially cheery on Thanksgiving.

Asparagus Soup

The Realistic Nutritionist

Rather than roasting up heaps of asparagus for Thanksgiving dinner, try puréeing the tasty veggie side into a scrumptious soup. The natural and super bold shades of green will pair nicely with the festive vibes. Garnish it with a piece of bread for a truly beautiful small bite.

Roasted Cauliflower Soup Shooters

Flavour & Savour

Roasted cauliflower is DELICIOUS on its own, but it's even better in drinkable form. This recipe is customizable toppings-wise but incredibly creamy as far as texture is concerned. Garnish it with a breadstick or relish the roasted cauliflower flavor sans bread. Your choice, reader.

Potato Leek Soup

The Edgy Veg

Careful, this vegan potato leek soup might just steal the whole show! It takes less than 50 minutes to make and is hearty and creamy.

Cream of Pumpkin Soup with Maple Pecans

Half-Baked Harvest

This creamy soup is perfect for Thanksgiving and the added maple pecans on top are *chef's kiss*!

Vegan Soup Shooter Trio With Crispy Sunchoke Chips

Tuscan Foodie

For those who value a tasting *experience,* a trio of soup shooters like this one is the answer. It includes roasted carrot, broccoli-leek, and a roasted tomato-fennel soup. So many options.

Potato and Blue Cheese Soup Shots With Garlic Butter Ryes

The Passionate Cook

Made with gorgonzola cheese and potatoes, this creamy soup is topped with a mini rye toast that's great for dipping.

Spicy Carrot and Lentil Soup

Crowded Kitchen

This soup is recipe is packed with flavor and spice, thanks to cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and harissa paste! It is also vegetarian and can be made vegan with a simple swap to nondairy yogurt.

Baked Potato Shooters With Bacon, Crema, Cheese, and Chives

Taste With the Eyes

So, take a baked potato with all the fixin's and turn it into a soup, and you've got this Baked Potato Shooters recipe. Bacon? Check. Crema? Check. Cheese and chives? Double check. Heaven, is that you?

Harvest Minestrone Soup

Vikalinka

This Italian soup is full of vegetables and herbs that make it a comforting and wholesome soup for Thanksgiving!

Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup

Vikalinka

This chicken and sweetcorn soup is perfect as a Thanksgiving appetizer because it is on the lighter side. It is packed with flavor, though, and is a twist on a classic egg drop soup.

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'Babygirl' Is Finally Streaming Next Month, So You Can Watch It Alone Like Nicole Kidman Suggested

Nicole Kidman is, as the kids say, mothering. She's giving fans plenty of movies and TV shows to pick from while we wait for the next seasons of Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers — A Family Affair, Expats, The Perfect Couple (and the AMC intro, of course). Her steamy drama Babygirl, which hit theaters on Christmas Day 2024, is mixing work and pleasure. Pour yourself a glass of wine for this one, folks.

Scroll down to learn more about Nicole Kidman's Babygirl — including when you can stream it on Max.

Where can you stream Babygirl?

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Babygirl will be streaming on Max starting April 25, 2025. That means you can watch THAT milk scene as many times as you want.

What is the plot of Babygirl?

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Babygirl Plot

In Babygirl, Nicole Kidman plays powerful CEO Romy, who's struggling to hold her perfect persona together. Her marriage to Jacob has never provided with much pleasure, despite the fact he's caring and artistic. But when Romy immediately feels drawn to a young intern named Samuel, the two begin a torrid affair.

Filming scenes with Harris Dickinson got so intense, Kidman said she literally had to take breaks. “There were times when we were shooting where I was like, ‘I don’t want to orgasm any more,'” she told the Sun. “Don’t come near me. I hate doing this. I don’t care if I am never touched again in my life!”

But the fact the movie was made by women empowered Kidman — and gave her a sense of freedom. "Doing this subject matter in the hands of the woman that wrote the script, that's directing it and is a really great actress herself — we became one in a weird way, which I'd never had with a director before," Kidman says in a statement. "When you're working with a woman on this subject matter, you can share everything with each other.”

"I really decided in the beginning, I want to make a sexual film, just as sexual as all these films that I've always admired so much," adds writer-director-producer Halina Reijn, "but now I'm going to do it completely through female eyes. What does that mean and what does that look like?”

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In our Brit + Co exclusive, Nicole Kidman revealed she "spent a lot of time in bed" with Harris while filming. (TBH, a job that requires you to hang out in bed sounds like a pretty good job to me).

"As soon as he walked in, I was like, 'Oh good, here's somebody who's gonna play with me," she says. "We spent a lot of time in bed. Hours would go by, and it was like you would step out of there and you would say, 'What just happened?'"

"From the moment [Samuel] sees her, he's attracted to her. He realizes there's someone at the height of their power," Harris adds. "There was an element of mystique that needed to be there for the exploration of the relationship."

When is the Babygirl release date?

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Babygirl Release Date

Babygirl made its premiere at the Venice Film Festival, and then opened in theaters on December 25, 2024.

Who's in the Babygirl cast?

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Babygirl Cast

The cast of Babygirl includes Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson, Sophie Wilde, and Antonio Banderas.

What has Nicole Kidman said about making Babygirl?

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In an interview with Vanity Fair, Nicole Kidman revealed Babygirl is the most "exposing" film she's done because she's “made some films that are pretty exposing, but not like this.”

“It left me ragged," she says. "At some point I was like, I don’t want to be touched. I don’t want to do this anymore, but at the same time I was compelled to do it...This is something you do and hide in your home videos. It is not a thing that normally is going to be seen by the world.”

“I felt very exposed as an actor, as a woman, as a human being,” she continues. “I had to go in and go out like, I need to put my protection back on. What have I just done? Where did I go? What did I do?”

What does babygirl energy mean?

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"Babygirl" is a term of endearment that's usually applied to a man (you've probably heard it describe Pedro Pascal or Paul Mescal). When someone is giving babygirl energy, they're kind, cute, and disarming. And considering Babygirl plays with power dynamics, we might just find ourselves guessing who the "babygirl" in question is up until the very end.

Watch The 'Babygirl' Trailer Here!

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There were SO many moments in the Babygirl trailer that made our jaws drop here:

The thumb in the mouth
The pink skirt moment
NICOLE CRAWLING ON ALL FOURS?!

Yeah, this is one you won't wanna watch with your parents, friends. 🥵 And even Nicole agrees! At the December 2 Gotham Awards, when People asked who moviegoers should bring to the theater with them, "Whoever you want to, but you can also watch it alone." Tea.

Are you looking forward to seeing Nicole Kidman onscreen again? We might have to wait until December to see Babygirl, but there are plenty of incredible Fall Movies coming our way.

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Make These Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes As A Thanksgiving Appetizer (Or Side!)

Have you figured out your Thanksgiving menu yet? Whether you're serving up a turkey, vegan options, or all of the above, you probably want some super delicious sides and appetizers to complement your other Thanksgiving recipes! These bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes are so versatile, you can serve them before your meal, on the side, or even for breakfast on the morning of Thanksgiving Day. Delicious and Paleo-approved, they really have no downsides. Plus, bacon!

Get the recipe for bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes below!

Ingredients for Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes

Sarah Anderson

3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
20 slices of bacon
1/4 teaspoon pink salt
Freshly ground pepper

Directions for Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes

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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
Line a baking sheet with some parchment paper.
Cut your sweet potatoes into thick-cut wedges or fry shapes.
Wrap each sweet potato piece with a slice of bacon, slightly overlapping the bacon on itself as it goes around the sweet potato.
Place the sweet potatoes in a single layer onto the baking sheet, leaving an inch or two in between each one. Do this in two batches, if needed. Sprinkle salt and pepper on top before baking.
Bake the bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes for 35 minutes. The potatoes should be tender and the bacon should be crispy.
Serve the wedges with your choice of ketchup, ranch, or aioli – or all of the above! Enjoy!

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Recipe by Sarah Anderson.

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Monica Barbaro & Andrew Garfield's Latest Outing Could Confirm They're Dating

Andrew Garfield's relationship status is always a swoon-worthy topic. Whether he's gushing about how Emma Stone is like a shot of caffeine, he's getting flustered talking to Chicken Shop Date's Amelia Dimoldenberg, or he's kissing Demi Moore on the hand, this man is always making me blush. But it looks like he might not be single anymore if some recent outings with Monica Barbaro are any indication — including a post-Oscars party!

While neither Andrew nor Monica have spoken on the relationship rumors, a People source confirmed "they've been really lowkey and have been spending time together quietly"...and Monica shared a pretty funny moment with Amelia on the Oscars red carpet.

Here's what we know about those Andrew Garfield & Monica Barbaro relationship rumors.

March 16, 2025 — Andrew Garfield & Monica Barbaro are seen grocery shopping.

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This duo definitely fanned the flames of those couple rumors when they were spotted grocery shopping in Malibu. A very realistic, domestic, and relatable Sunday! I also went grocery shopping this day, so it looks like we were on the same page ;).

Andrew wore a white tee and jeans while Monica looks cozy in a white tank and green cardigan. Both wore baseball caps. "I like that they are humble and buy the same TP as me," one Instagram user commented. Same.

March 2, 2025 — Andrew Garfield & Monica Barbaro attend an Oscar afterparty together.

Every thing I hoped and waited for
Andrew Garfield and Monica barbaro leaving the after party together pic.twitter.com/MPwqeLyE7m
— Linny (@murderesselinny) March 3, 2025

After the Oscars on March 2, Monica Barbaro and Andrew Garfield left the Vanity Fair after party together...and showed up to Beyoncé and Jay-Z's after party. No big deal! Monica wore a strapless gown with gorgeous teardrop jewel detail while Andrew looks dapper in a deep gray suit.

They also happened to arrive at the Oscars red carpet at the same time...and Monica was sitting in Andrew's eye line the whole night. What a coincidence!

February 2025 — Monica Barbaro & Andrew Garfield attend Jonathan Bailey's play.

Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro went to see Jonathan Bailey’s play. 🎥 pic.twitter.com/vL7EBwsw4d
— Film Crave (@_filmcrave) February 20, 2025

The two went viral on February 20 when they showed up to Jonathan Bailey's Richard II at the Bridge Theatre, and I'm obsessed with how locked in he is on their conversation. This man is an attentive listener if I've ever seen one!

January 2025 — Andrew Garfield & Monica Barbaro are photographed together.

monica barbaro with andrew garfield, eddie redmayne, and lynn hirschberg at w magazine’s best performances party pic.twitter.com/vbBeCvtzao
— ‎ ☆ (@livebarbs) January 6, 2025

Andrew and Monica were first seen together at W magazine's Best Performances party, alongside Eddie Redmayne and W's editor-at-large Lynn Hirschberg, in LA. They were already getting cozy!

What do you think about Andrew Garfield & Monica Barbaro? I'm personally obsessed. Stay tuned for the latest news on this low-key couple! And check out Zoë Kravitz & Noah Centineo Fuel Dating Rumors After Leaving Another Party Together because Andrew & Monica weren't the only ones hanging this month 👀.

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20 Blue Zone Diet Recipes That Give Your Meals A Healthy Kick

The blue zone diet is undeniably one of the best ways of eating for overall health and longevity. It draws culinary inspiration from the top blue zones around the world (Ikaria, Greece, Okinawa, Japan, Sardinia, Italy, Loma Linda, California, and the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica), where people tend to live longer (over 100 years!), often free of any heart disease, obesity, cancer, or diabetes.

Originally outlined by National Geographic Explorer and Fellow Dan Buettner, the blue zone diet is 95% plant-based, with beans, legumes, sweet potatoes, yams, fruits, leafy greens, beets, nuts, and seeds being the #1 priority. High-quality olive oiland whole grains like brown rice and barley are also a huge part of the diet. Blue zone diet recipes widely limit eggs, dairy, meat, added sugar, and processed foods.

The blue zone diet can be a helpful tool to guide your eating habits toward healthier, more beneficial choices for a longer life. These 20 blue zone diet recipes highlight whole foods, veggies, and fruits to make each meal work for you!

Heyday Beans

Chickpea Curry

This flavorful curry recipe loads up on lots of chickpeas to better suit the blue zone diet. Swap the basmati for brown rice, and you'll be set! (via Heyday Beans for Brit + Co)

Midjourney

Niçoise Salad

This dish is packed with so much goodness. From the bed of greens to the heart veggie toppings like olives, tomatoes, green beans, onion, and more, each bite is different from the next, which makes mealtime (especially with the blue zone diet) fun! (via Brit + Co)

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Hummus + Veggies

Hummus is super easy to make at home, and it'd guaranteed to be healthy when you know exactly what you're putting into it. This recipe features a nice amount of lemon juice for taste and freshness. Serve with lotsa veg, as per the blue zone diet. (via Brit + Co)

Two Spoons

Spring Mix Salad + Lemon Tofu

Salads make some of the best blue zone diet recipes (remember that 95% plant-based rule?), but just because they're salads doesn't mean they have to be boring. This one earns some good zest from baked tofu, homemade dressing, and crunchy veggies. (via Two Spoons for Brit + Co)

Brit + Co

Zucchini Fries

These veggie-laden fries actually taste like what you'd get in the drive-thru. So, if you're searching for blue zone diet recipes that'll fulfill your fast food cravings, this is it. Serve with a homemade sauce to amp up the vibes. (via Brit + Co)

The Real Food Dietitians

Greek Cucumber Salad

Greek and Mediterranean food often qualify for the diet since they're fresh and full of healthy goods. This Greek salad combines juicy cukes, tomatoes, onions, and chickpeas for a refreshing blue zone bite. (via The Real Food Dietitians)

The Edgy Veg

Oyster Mushroom Shawarma

Since blue zone diet recipes tend to limit actual meat, it's crucial to find ones that emulate the meaty, smoky flavors of the chicken, beef, and fish you might be missing. In this dish, oyster mushrooms form a very complex forkful with the help of a homemade marinade. (via The Edgy Veg)

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