🥧 Famous Apple Pies in the U.S. & Around the World
1. McDonald’s Apple Pie
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Perhaps the most globally recognized fast-food version.
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Originally deep-fried (and still is in some countries), now often baked in the U.S.
2. The Apple Pie from Four & Twenty Blackbirds (Brooklyn, NY)
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A modern classic by the celebrated bakery known for unique twists (e.g., Salted Caramel Apple Pie).
3. Julian Pie Company (Julian, California)
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Located in an apple-growing region, their pies are legendary in Southern California.
4. House of Pies (Houston, Texas)
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Known for their “Old-Fashioned Apple Pie” and variety of fruit pies.
5. Hoosier Mama Pie Company (Chicago, Illinois)
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Artisan bakery with traditional and creative takes on apple pie.
6. Mile-High Apple Pie (various bakeries)
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Named for its towering height — often made with 5+ apples per pie.
🍏 Apple Pie in American Culture
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“As American as Apple Pie” – Though apple pie originated in Europe, it became a symbol of American identity by the 20th century.
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Apple Pie Recipes from Historical Cookbooks – Colonial American recipes often included unique additions like rosewater or hard cider.