Old-fashioned Pies & Cobblers: a Return to Handcrafted Desserts & Niche Cooking Book

Rediscover the warmth of homemade desserts with Old-Fashioned Pies & Cobblers: A Return to Handcrafted Desserts. This nostalgic collection brings you 60 classic recipes inspired by small-town kitchens, church suppers, county fairs, and the handwritten recipe cards passed from one generation to the next.If you miss the comfort of “the way dessert used to taste,” this cookbook is your welcome back to buttery crusts, bubbling fillings, and the simple joy of baking from scratch.Inside this book, you’ll find:• 60 timeless recipes made for real home cooksFruit pies, creamy custards, maple-nut pies, bubbling cobblers, golden crisps, hand pies, skillet desserts, and modern twists—all written with clear, supportive instructions.• Fully self-contained recipesEvery recipe includes its own pie crust, topping, or biscuit dough. No page flipping and no “refer to earlier dough recipe.” Everything you need is right there.• Detailed, practical formattingEach recipe includes:– Serving size– Prep and cook time– Tools needed– Imperial and metric measurements– Step-by-step instructions– Nutrition facts– An author’s tip– A unique nutrition insight• A tour through America’s dessert traditionsEnjoy chapters dedicated to fruit pies, custards, Southern classics, vintage fair pies, regional gems, and cast-iron skillet desserts.• Comforting, old-fashioned flavorNo shortcuts, no canned fillings. Just butter, fruit, cream, spices, and simple ingredients that create unforgettable desserts.Written by Margaret “Maggie” Whitford, a small-town Kentucky baker who believes homemade desserts are meant to bring people together, this book is filled with warmth, storytelling, and encouragement. Whether you’re baking for holidays, potlucks, family gatherings, or simple everyday pleasure, these recipes will bring sweetness and tradition back into your kitchen.Bring the joy of handcrafted baking into your home—one beautiful pie at a time.