When it comes to dessert, we never discriminate. Cookies, muffins, ice cream, you name it and we’ll be there to sample it all. But if we’re talking about sweets we want to eat year-round, there’s one confection that never fails to steal our hearts (and our stomachs). Whether it’s pumpkin on Thanksgiving, blueberry in the summer, or chocolate cream all year long, pie is always the perfect way to end the day (or start the morning, because apple pie is a completely acceptable breakfast option). In the Hudson Valley, we’re blessed with an abundance of top-notch spots to score our favorite 3.14159…oh, you know what we mean.
Baked by Susan
Croton-on-Hudson
Owner Susan O’Keefe never uses pre-made fillings for her popular, old-fashioned pies with all-butter crusts. (Susan calls her Westchester shop “an old-fashioned bakery.”) Favorites include sour cherry, pumpkin, mixed berry, and pecan. Susan doesn’t stop at the sweets, however. Her menu also boasts chicken pot pies and quiche. Come in for a slice or order a whole pie for a special occasion.
The Bakery
New Paltz
Open for over 40 years, this sweet shop lives up to its name. On any given day, you can come into this New Paltz staple and find countless confections in its case. Try out the apple or cherry cake — like a pie but better! Savor the shortbread crust with a crisscross top and a delicious filling of your choice.
Bartlett House
Ghent
A Hudson Valley staple in Columbia County, Bartlett House has you covered for all of your holiday dessert needs — especially when it comes to Thanksgiving pies. Browse the pastry case at this Ghent hotspot to ogle popular pie flavors like sticky maple pecan, blackcurrant and almond tart, or coconut cream, or order them online for next-day pickup. Just make sure to call ahead of time to secure your desserts for turkey day.
Bread Alone Bakery
Boiceville, Rhinebeck, Woodstock
View this post on Instagram
This Hudson Valley staple bakery is an expert in all things bread and pastries, from bagels to scones. If you’re stopping by one of the cafes for breakfast or lunch, or if you’re looking to take home a full pie for Thanksgiving dessert, browse the four seasonal flavors: apple raspberry crumb, bourbon pecan, Hudson Valley apple, or pumpkin. These pies are the result of a special collaboration with Allison Kave, the author of First Prize Pies, co-founder of Brooklyn’s Butter & Scotch, and Bread Alone’s current guest pastry-chef-in-residence.
The Corner Bakery at McKinney & Doyle
Pawling
While the café at McKinney & Doyle dishes out upscale dining and exciting contemporary cuisine daily, the attached bakery specializes in gourmet desserts, from full pies to cakes by the slice. Try the old-fashioned apple, blueberry, or pecan, or opt for the deep-dish pecan pie if you’re expecting a lot of company. For interesting seasonal combinations, the coconut custard or cranberry buttermilk pies are the perfect picks.
Deising’s Bakery
Kingston
This previous Best of the Hudson Valley winner never fails to impress. Baking memories since 1965, the shop offers desserts that are expertly crafted from years of experience. Head to Deising’s for all the traditional pie offerings as well as an ample selection of freshly baked breads and rolls. Banana cream, Dutch apple, coconut custard, blueberry crumb, and pumpkin mousse round out some of Deising’s most decadent pie varieties.
Golden Harvest Farms
Valatie
This pick-your-own farm is known for harvesting some of the best apples in the Hudson Valley, but it is also home to a wonderful bakery. John Henry, the baking manager, has been cranking out pies, donuts, and other whimsical treats for over 25 years. The classics are an easy go-to, and you can’t go to Golden Harvest Farms without trying a free sample of the apple cider donuts. However, the shop should also be known for its decadent pies available in apple, Dutch apple, blueberry, apple nut caramel, cherry, pumpkin, strawberry rhubarb, peach praline, and fruits of the forest.
Green Acres Farm
Hudson
A Hudson Valley favorite at this farm’s bakery is the apple cranberry pie. The blend of the two fruits makes for a sweet, yet tart bite. The shop offers other staple flavors like apple and blueberry year-round. Best of all, its pies are made fresh daily. Come November, the bakery at the farm offers pecan and apple cranberry exclusively during Thanksgiving week.
Noble Pies
Beacon, Rye, Tarrytown, Warwick
With special pies that change weekly, Noble Pies is not your typical bakery. Indulge in sweet versions of the treat with flavors like Hudson Valley apple and “Will You Marry Me” cherry, or sink your teeth into a savory dish like chicken pot pie or buffalo chicken to turn up the heat. Make sure to get your Thanksgiving orders in now because Noble is sure to be booked and busy, and choose from fall flavors like pumpkin and Texas pecan for the holiday.
The Orchards of Concklin
Pomona
For over 10 generations, The Orchards of Concklin has been a fixture in Rockland County. The bakery offers a variety of delicious pies, cookies, and cakes that are certain to satisfy your sweet tooth. You won’t want to miss the incredible range of fruit pies, custard pies, and quiche. This fall, try out seasonal delights like apple peach crumb or sweet potato.
The Pastry Garden
Poughkeepsie
Year-round, Poughkeepsie’s The Pastry Garden serves up pies, cookies, tortes, cakes, and more. Get your favorites like apple crumb, deep-dish blueberry-peach, pumpkin, or pecan — many of which can be made gluten free — or take home something special like the California fruit pie with vanilla custard and fresh fruit or the Viennese pie, a ganache-covered crust filled with chocolate and white chocolate mousse and topped with chocolate curls.
Pieconic NY
Chatham
Pieconic NY supports the American tradition of eating pie made with the freshest ingredients. Here, you’ll find world-famous pies, like the Empire State bourbon chocolate that was featured on NBC’s TODAY Show, along with Poetic pumpkin, Backyard apple, and Crown Maple pecan. Order by mid-November to ensure you’ll get your Thanksgiving dessert on time.
Salinger’s Orchard
Brewster
After 30 years, the Salinger’s Orchard bakery has become a staple in and around the community. Featuring both old and new recipes, Salinger’s bakes its desserts fresh every day. Call to order or stop by to try one of the many delicious pie flavors, including apple crumb, apple walnut caramel, and strawberry rhubarb.
Related: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Keep Fall Flavors Alive All Year
