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The pie maker has taken Australian kitchens by storm. Here, we’ve shared our favourite recipes that adapt easily (and deliciously!) to your pie maker and we now have a cookbook you can buy too.

We have plenty more pie recipes in our sweet and savoury pie gallery.

Looking to get your hands on a pie maker to test out these recipes?

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Pies

Understandably, the first recipe we’d expect to be able to make in the Kmart pie maker is a meat pie – and this beef and mushroom pie is just the ticket. Get creative with fillings like this Thai chicken pie recipe, or even this chicken, brie and cranberry pie.

You can also experiment with party pie recipes like these beef and onion party pies or chicken and mushroom party pies.

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vegan cauliflower cheeze pies

Vegan cauliflower cheeze pies

Veg out with one of these easy pies.

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Make butter chicken roti pies in your pie maker

Make butter chicken roti pies in your pie maker

Make the most of this humble appliance.

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Aussie meat pies

Aussie meat pies

A simple dinner made in your new favourite appliance.

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Fruit mince pies

Making delicious fruit mince pies just got a whole lot easier with your Kmart pie maker.

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Easy cookies and cream pies recipe

I think it’s pretty safe to say that cookies and cream is a popular flavour for just about any dessert. Here, we’ve shared our recipe for an easy cookies and cream pies recipe that has been adapted to your the pie maker.

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apple pies

These sweet apple pies are as easy as pie to make.

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beef taco pies

Beef taco pies

Let’s taco ’bout it!

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How to make custard tarts in your pie maker

These sweet custard tarts are as easy as pie to make. Take a few simple ingredients, add in your pie maker and dessert can be on the table in no time!

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Cherry lattice pies for your pie maker

Cherry lattice pies for your pie maker

This handy appliance can make more than just the standard pie.

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How to make apricot danish in your pie maker

How to make apricot danish in your pie maker

Easy as pie…

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muffins

No need to worry about pre-heating the oven when you make muffins in your Kmart pie maker! Cooking times will vary from the recipe, so keep your eyes on these muffins as they cook. You’ll know they’re cooked through when a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean.

These berry and yoghurt muffins are sure to go down a treat, and we can’t get enough of these maple gingerbread muffins! And let’s not forget the classic blueberry muffin.

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friands

Like muffins, these friand recipes are easily adapted to your Kmart pie maker. These almond and strawberry and almond friands are a great first try, or honey pistachio friands. Don’t forget to test with a skewer to see if they’re cooked through.

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tarts

Whip up some of these delicious tart recipes in your Kmart pie maker! Recipes like these caramel tarts are perfect – they don’t even use pastry! Neenish tarts would also work well, as would these jam drop tarts or mixed berry tarts.

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eggs

Don’t worry! You’re still reading that article about Kmart pie maker recipes! Yes – your Kmart pie maker is actually really good at making eggs. If you struggle to make poached eggs the traditional way you can crack an egg into you Kmart pie maker instead! Simply add a few teaspoons of hot water to your heated pie maker, crack an egg in and let it cook for 3-5 minutes. Once you’ve cooked your easy-peasy poached egg serve it on top of mixed mushrooms and smoked salmon for stunning brunch.

Your Kmart pie maker can also create the perfect cooked eggs to add to a bacon and egg roll. Follow the steps above but cook the egg for a little longer for a tender cooked egg that won’t drip all over the shop!

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pikelets

So they won’t come out looking like these mini pancakes but this pikelet recipe will be delicious in your Kmart pie maker. Think of those adorable fat and fluffy dutch pannenkoeken. Add some bluberries to the batter, or serve with a generous drizzle of lemon juice and a sprinkle of sugar.

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mini frittatas

This might be controversial to say but really, isn’t a frittata just a pie without pastry? It’s a no-brainer that your Kmart pie maker would make a delicious mini frittata. This spinach and feta mini frittata is a great place to start. You can pretty much toss your favourite ingredients in so why not give these corn and zucchini frittatas a whirl or even this tasty chicken and basil frittata recipe.

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mini quiches

If a frittata is a pie without pastry then a quiche is somewhere in between – perfect for your Kmart pie maker. We love these goat’s cheese and zucchini flower mini quiches. Goat’s cheese with caramelised onion is also delightful, as are these mini ham and corn quiches.

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pinwheels & scrolls

Experiment with these spinach and feta pinwheels when you next get a chance! We also have cheesymite scrolls and these ham, cheese and zucchini pizza scrolls to make in your Kmart pie maker!

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crumpets

Crumpets are usually cooked on the stove top in an egg ring but we think these crumpets with rhubarb compote would fair pretty well in the Kmart pie maker! If you don’t love rhubarb so much we also have crumpets with berry compote.

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Triple choc-chunk brownies

Triple choc-chunk brownies

These brownies are lovely and moist on the inside and crunchy on the outside – just as a good brownie should be.

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Pie-maker cinnamon scrolls

These cinnamon scrolls are full of flavour and super easy to make in your pie-maker.

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FAQs

Can you fry an egg in a pie maker? ›

Heat the pie maker. Break egg into a cup and place in pie hole. Cook for 4 minutes for the perfect poached egg with a runny centre.

Is it worth buying a pie maker? ›

However, nailing the perfect pastry can be fiddly, and if you're short on time or are just after something to make dinner time that little bit easier, the investment in a good quality pie maker is a worthy one.

What is the best pastry to use for pies? ›

Shortcrust pastry is the best for pies that fully encase a filling as they tend to be firmer and less likely to leak. Puff pastry is great if you prefer just a pastry lid on top of the filling. Ready rolled shop-bought pastry are easy to handle and quite reliable - even professional chefs appreciate the convenience!

Can I make a pie in a Pyrex dish? ›

If you're looking for pie dishes that are nearly impervious to damage, and won't need to be replaced for years, these glass Pyrex dishes are for you.

What does adding an egg to pie crust do? ›

Sugar: Not all pie crusts have sugar, but those that do will be more tender since sugar interferes with gluten development. In our experience, sugar can also make the pie dough so tender that it's hard to roll out and transfer to your pan without breaking. Egg: This makes the dough more pliable and easy to roll out.

Can you use butter instead of egg on a pie? ›

Butter. Butter gives baked goods the same golden, crispy finish as egg wash, with the added benefit of tasting like, well, butter. To proceed, first melt the butter over low heat—being careful not to brown it—and then use a pastry brush to sparingly apply an even layer to the soon-to-be-baked item.

What is the number one selling pie? ›

The clear winner for the United States as a whole was (not surprisingly) apple pie with more than 27% of sales going to the traditional flavor.

Can I use baking paper in a pie maker? ›

Can I use baking paper in a pie maker? Yes. Baking paper can be cut to size and placed at the bottom of each individual pie well, which may make it easier to release the pies at the end of their cooking time.

What is the best rated pie? ›

The Best Pie Flavors & Where to Try Them
  • Key Lime Pie.
  • Apple Pie.
  • Pecan Pie.
  • Pumpkin Pie.
  • Cherry Pie.
  • Coconut Cream Pie.
  • Boston Cream Pie.
  • Berry Pies.
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What is the healthiest pie you can eat? ›

Pumpkin Pie: This one is our winner! When in doubt, choose pumpkin pie. In competition with those mentioned above, it offers the fewest calories, and least fat and added sugar. It's also loaded with vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, niacin, phosphorous, calcium, and iron.

Which pies do you Prebake the crust? ›

You do not need to pre-bake a pie crust for an apple pie or any baked fruit pie really, but we do freeze the dough to help it stay put. Pre-baking the pie crust is only required when making a custard pie OR when making a fresh fruit pie. you should probably get: Pie weights are super helpful to have for pre-baking.

Do you preheat a pie maker? ›

This will prevent damage to the non-stick cooking plates. STEP 12: Leave the lid open and allow the pie maker to cool. Note: Always preheat the pie maker before starting to cook. During use the green thermostat light will cycle on and off to indicate that the pie maker is maintaining the temperature.

Is glass or metal better for baking pies? ›

The Bottom Line

Glass pie pans are the way to go for the best pies, but it doesn't mean you can't bake pies in ceramic, steel, or aluminum pans, too. It just might take a little longer to get the flakiest crust in these other types of pans.

Do you grease a pie pan before putting the crust in? ›

Non-stick spray, butter, or shortening in the pie dish, on the other hand, will prevent sticking — but since most pie and tart crusts are pretty heavy on the butter already, you shouldn't need a lot of, if any, grease to get the job done. Using too much, or the wrong kind, can change the texture of your pie dough.

What is the best dish to bake a pie in? ›

Glass pie pans, which the Pyrex brand is most ubiquitous for, are no-frills, affordable, widely available, and often the plates that many cooks learn on. Indeed, because their clear material lets you see when the bottom crust is firm, browned, and nicely baked, they can be a boon to bakers of all experience levels.

How to poach an egg in a pie maker? ›

POACH 'em in your PIE MAKER
  1. Grease the base plates a little then add three teaspoons of water to each one. ...
  2. Crack your eggs into the pie maker; close the lid and cook for about 4 minutes. ...
  3. If you have a pie maker with four or six plates you'll be able to cook more of course all at once.
  4. So there you are.
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Can you cook a fried egg in an omelette maker? ›

Fried Eggs

Pre-heat the omelette maker. Add a tablespoon of oil to each recess and close the lid for a minute. Crack 1 egg into each recess and close the lid. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until cooked.

How do you fry an egg on an electric stove? ›

Add some butter or oil and wait for it to start sizzling. Then crack the eggs one at a time and add to the hot, sizzling oil. Turn the heat down to medium and turn the eggs when the edges start to brown. At this point turn the heat off and let the residual heat finish cooking the eggs.

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