15 best Vermont Apple Pie spots ranked
In 1999, apple was designated as the state food of Vermont by the legislature. Apple pie became the official state pie. It's been said that the best apple pie in all US, is available in Vermont. Made from locally sourced apples, these pies have a buttery and flaky crust which is filled with a sugary filling of apples. These pies make the ideal fall dessert and will leave you drooling.
15. Mirabelles Bakery
Mirabelles is a popular bakery owned by a chef and their apple pies are quite popular among locals. Other popular items on the menu include a variety of croissants, cakes, and coffee. You can also dine in and have your coffee, sandwiches, and pastries.
14. Leunig's Bistro
Leunig's is one of the oldest running bistros in downtown, Burlington. This is a French bistro that brings the charm and elegance of French pastries to the States. However, you will taste their apple pie and will be surprised by its freshness and taste. There is live music also here that sets the vibe.
13. Cold Hollow Cider Mill
Cider, bakery essentials, home-cooked recipes, or cider donuts you just name it and they have it. Cold Hollow's cider donuts are their most-selling and their most popular dish. Their apple pies are buttery and flaky with just the right amount of sweetness that will make you come back for more.
12. Grandma Miller's Pies and Pastries
This is a small pastry tucked in the mountains of Vermont. Established in 1994, they have been delicious apple pies for two decades. All their pies and pastries are made from scratch. They specialize in fruit pies and frozen mail-order pies. Sample their pumpkin pies, pecan pies, and other varieties as well.
11. Red Hen Baking
A bakery and cafe located in Middlesex, this is a one-stop coffee shop with a variety of pies, pastries, sandwiches, and hot beverages. While their apple pies and flavorsome and succulent, many people love having their soups with grilled sandwiches. Also, relish their freshly baked breads.
10. Poorhouse Pies
With no fancy decor, no chandeliers, and no expensive cutlery, Poorhouse Pies is a small self-service eatery located outside the Burlington market. You will see a variety of hand-made pies being made fresh here like nut pies, cream pies, tarts, shortcakes, and of course the classic apple pies.
9. The Hartland Diner
Located in a small town in Vermont, all their pies and pastries are made of locally sourced ingredients. This small eatery serves it all, from breakfasts to desserts. While their pies are famous, grab a cup of coffee and a sandwich in the morning as you drive by the small town of Hartland.
8. Mendon Mountain Orchards
Well, this is more of a motel but why it's on our list is because the bakery here is worth your time! You will find a variety of pies here like apple, blueberry, tri-berry, cherry, peach, walnut, chocolate chip mint, pumpkin, maple walnut, and more, Pick up one of their pies for Thanksgiving.
7. Mountain Creamery
Run by Boris and Sheila Pilsmaker since 1998, this farmland bakery is humble and basic. All their recipes are prepared from fresh ingredients, giving a farm-to-table experience. Apart from trying their drool-worthy and crispy apple pie, you can try out their barbeque brisket, roast beef, and hamburgers.
6. Delightfully Delicious Cafe and Bakery
A small eatery in Brattleboro, the quality and taste of apple pies here will shock you (in a good way). Light on your pocket, you will find their portions to be quite generous. While their pies and pastries are delicious, their Vermont syrup is what sets them apart from others. You will feel at home here with your food bring served to you with a smile.
5. Vermont Apple Pies
This humble pie shop located in Okemo Valley not only maks their pies from scratch but also serves delicious breakfast. Apart from relishing your slice of crispy apple pie, you can try a variety of breakfast delights such as Belgian waffles, French Toast, and omelets. Relish some homemade cheesecakes, sticky buns, and tasty treats.
4. P&H Truck Stop
This is a small truck stop that sells food and essentials to locals and truckers. This tiny shop has evolved from a store to a popular eatery. Now featured in magazines and top ten countdowns, relish the simple yet wonderful flavors of their pies and biscuits, hot dogs, and chop suey. The maple cream pie here is also delicious and flavorsome.
3. Willow
The Vermont Willow Nursery is an escape from the hectic city life. Visitors come here to chill in nature but leave after praising their organically sourced treats. Apart from relishing their apple pie, also try out their coffee, bagels, and other baked delicacies like pastries. Meanwhile, you can refresh your mood also by engaging in art or yoga.
2. Allenholm Farm
One of the oldest orchards in Vermont in South Hero, Allenholm is the kind of place where you can pause and have some fun and relax. Enjoy fresh berries in the summer or red apples in the fall. Their homemade pies are crispy, fresh, and full of fruity goodness. You can enjoy hot dogs also here. The maple products here are also mouth-watering.
1.Vermont Country Deli
Opened in 1986, this bakery is in a hundred-year building. Locals as well as visitors from near and far come here to try out their home-style pies and pastries. Here, you can choose from a variety of pre-prepared foods, scrumptious sandwiches, and custom-made pastries. The Vermont Country Deli often donates food to the needy and organizes fundraisers.
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