After you’ve made a delicious pie, you might find yourself with a little bit of leftover pie dough. But don’t let it go to waste! There are plenty of creative ways to use up that extra dough in a variety of sweet and savory dishes.

*Before you dive in, make sure to lightly flour your surface and pinch/ball your pie dough together. If possible, put it back in the fridge to chill for 1 hour before re-use. Use the same temperature in the oven as before (400 F) to bake.

5 Ways to Use Your Leftover Pie Dough:

1. Mini pies: Use a muffin tin to create individual mini pies. Roll out the leftover dough and cut circles to fit the muffin cups. Fill with your favorite pie filling and bake until golden brown. These can be savory or sweet depending on your mood and can also be made with premade pie dough.

2. Cinnamon sugar twists: Roll out the dough and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Fold the dough in half and cut it into strips. Twist each strip and bake until crispy. These cinnamon sugar twists are an easy crowd-pleaser.

3. Savory hand pies: Use the leftover dough to make savory hand pies filled with veggies, meat, or cheese. Cut the dough into circles, add your filling, and fold over to seal. Bake until golden brown.

4. Cheese straws: Roll out the dough and cut it into thin strips. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake until crispy. Serve as a snack or appetizer.

5. Apple pie bites: Use the leftover dough to make rustic pie bites. Roll out the dough, add your favorite fruit filling, and fold over the edges. Bake until golden brown and serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Leftover pie dough is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of creative and delicious ways. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savory, there’s a recipe out there that can help you make the most of your leftover dough. So next time you find yourself with a little bit of extra pie dough, don’t throw it away – instead, get creative and experiment with one of these fun and tasty ideas

Ways to store your dough

If you are not planning on using your dough right away, do not fret! The most immediate option is to refrigerate the pie dough. Before wrapping it up, form the dough into a flat disk or ball and tightly wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate it for up to three days. Keeping the dough chilled will prevent the fats from softening too much, ensuring your crust remains flaky and tender.

If you’re not planning to use the dough within a few days, freezing it is an excellent solution. Before freezing, divide the dough into individual portions or shape it into a flat disk, and wrap each portion tightly in plastic wrap. You can also roll out the dough and stack the sheets with parchment paper between them. Then, place the wrapped portions or stacked sheets in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container. Frozen pie dough can last up to three months.

When you’re ready to use the frozen dough, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight before rolling it out for your next pie creation. Freezing the dough at different stages, such as before or after rolling it out, allows you to have versatile options for various pie recipes.