Keep your pies tasting their best with our tips for how to store meringue and cream pies.
So you just finished whipping up some fluffyhomemade meringuefor your favoritedreamy cream pie.
But what’s the best way to store meringues and other cream-topped pies?
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Also, check out our guide for serving cream pie so each slice dishes up perfectly for the family.
Lynn Blanchard, test kitchen director, Better Homes & Gardens
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Can You Freeze Cream Pie?
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Unfortunately, cream pies and custard pies become soggy when frozen and thawed.
No one wants a soggy-bottom crust, so avoid disappointment and enjoy them while they’re fresh.
Dip your knife in hot water.
This prevents the meringue from clinging to the knife.
