Let's talk about pie. Arguably less appreciated that other desserts, the crunchy, sweet confection makes the perfect year-round treat.
Because it's all about the filling, pie can come in nearly unlimited varieties and satisfy fruit lovers and chocoholics alike. Pie's star moment comes each autumn as the days get shorter and the air becomes crisp. Pumpkin, pecans and apple slices fill the puff pastry, but we think summer pie is just as good thanks to berries.
If you're willing to give pie a try, we found the Miami bakeries serving the best slices.
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This bakery started as a food truck and blossomed into one of Miami’s most popular stops. Take a peek through the glass display and you'll understand the demand. fireman Derek’s offers a wide variety of sugary-sweet pies. Chocoholics will love their Brownie Bomb pie. For a tropical twist, dig into a slice of the Coconut Custard pie, topped off with melt-in-your-mouth fresh whipped cream. You have to try the Guava Berry, which comes with a crumbly homemade streusel topping.
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295 NW 26th St. / Website
This hip Wynwood cafe has all of your baked good needs: fresh sourdough, rich coffee, freshly baked cookies and best of all, a wide range of mouthwatering pies. Their rhubarb pie is equal parts tart, sweet and delicious. For a chocolatey indulgence, dig into Zak's Chocolate Caramel Pie, dusted with sugar. The cafe bakery's vibrantly colorful exterior is eye-catching, and the aroma of coffee and fresh-out-of-the-oven goods welcomes you in. Zak the Baker offers a laidback atmosphere and chill vibe to enjoy a slice or two. No wonder it's a local favorite!
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1430 S Dixie Highway, Suite 117 / Website
Bakery founder Naomi wakes up at dawn each morning to get the oven started (the bakery's name coming from madrugar, the Spanish word for "to rise early"). Using the freshest ingredients, Madruga bakes up your favorite seasonal pie flavors with a freshness you can taste. Their pies flavors rotate and incorporate the season's best offerings, meaning all things "berry" in the summertime and all things "pumpkin" in the fall. Just a forkful of these sugar-dusted beauties and you'll be coming back for more!
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1894 Bay Rd. / Website
True Loaf Bakery in Sunset Harbor may be known for its incredible loaves, but true carbohydrate aficionados can attest that the pies are just as delectable. The specialty mango pie is derived from freshly sourced mangos and topped with mango custard, while the banana chocolate pie is perfect for those autumn months. Don’t sleep on the frequently sold-out cheesecake with raspberries.
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2020 Salzedo St. / Website
Chef Antoni Bachour has long been regarded as the master pastry chef of Miami. His dedication to the craft of pastry creation is evident in all of his sugary masterpieces, and pies are no exception. Holidays are an extra special time at Bachour, when seasonal goodies like the pecan and pumpkin pie make an appearance for Thanksgiving.
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19 Harbor Drive / Website
Easily one of the best bakeries in Miami, Flour & Weirdoughs in Key Biscayne holds a special place in Miamians’ hearts—at least those who crave everything related to flour and dough. The team of “weirdoughs” mills their own organic flour in-house and bake their goods daily, perhaps explaining why we can’t get enough whether ordering a pizza pie or a pie pie.
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15980 SW 248th St. / Website
Operated by the Knaus family, Knaus Berry Farms in Homestead just recently opened for the winter season, bringing immense joy to South Floridians patiently awaiting their favorite time of year. They’re most famous for their cinnamon rolls, but the guava pie is a close contender. Just make sure you allot a few hours to wait on line.
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The Fudge Pie Co. based in Miami is a mecca for pies of many flavors and fillings, especially chocolate and fudge. The “Classic” Chocolate Fudge Pie is every chocolate lover’s dream and can be delivered nationwide with astounding, freshly-baked quality. If you prefer to pick a pie in person, you can find The Fudge Pie Co. at local grocers such as Milam’s Market.
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