The Iconic Missouri Pie You Have to Taste

Have you ever had a bad pie? I’m sure there are some questionable combinations out there, but one pie is getting national attention for being the best in Missouri—and it’s about as unique as pies come.

The Iconic Missouri Pie You Have to Taste

Have you heard of the Caramel Apple Pecan Levee Pie? Yeah, me neither. But according to LoveFood, this dessert has earned the title of Missouri’s best pie, and it’s a must-try.

Ingredients That Make It Unique

Created in 1933 at the Blue Owl Bakery, the Levee Pie is made with 18 hand-sliced apples stacked high and covered in cinnamon sugar. And that’s just the beginning. After baking, the pie is finished with a layer of buttery caramel and topped with chopped pecans, taking it to the next level.

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Where to Get Your Slice

It comes out looking like the sand and gravel of a levee, which is how it got its name: Levee Pie. The Blue Owl Bakery, located in Kimmswick, Missouri, sells out quickly whenever it’s available to customers. So if you’re lucky enough to get a slice, you might want to keep it all to yourself and enjoy every bite without sharing.

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