Thawing a pie is like waiting for a movie to load—be patient, or it gets glitchy. Fruit pies can thaw on the counter for 2-3 hours. Custard pies need the fridge overnight. Never thaw a custard pie at room temperature; that’s how you get a bacteria party nobody invited to.
If you’re in a rush (hangry, anyone?), you can reheat a frozen baked pie directly in the oven at 350°F for 20-30 minutes. Just cover the crust edges with foil so they don’t burn. The inside will warm up like a hug, and the outside stays crisp. It’s science, but tastier.
3 Ways to Freeze Pies | Freezing baked pies, Make ahead pies to freeze
