From Store to Stove: The Best Pie Crusts to Buy 2025

Wholly Wholesome’s Organic Traditional Pie Shells earned a 10/10 in our testing and are our top-rated choice for store-bought crust. The USDA organic, dairy-free pastry bakes up exceptionally flaky with a buttery-like bite that most closely resembles homemade, and the preformed shells make prep almost foolproof. We found that extreme flakiness can mean some crumbling and less durability with very wet or long-sitting fillings, and the finished look reads more store-bought than hand-crimped. Not gluten-free, but fantastic for classic fruit or custard pies when flavor comes first.

When we wanted flaky, homemade-tasting results without mixing dough, Marie Callender's Deep Dish Pastry Pie Shells delivered and earned an 8.5/10. The ready-to-use, dairy-free shells bake up crisp and layered, with no sugar added - great for both savory quiches and fruit pies. Our experience shows they can crumble if defrosted too soon or handled roughly, so keep them well-chilled and gentle. At $4.48, they're an excellent mid-priced upgrade over basic deep-dish options like Pillsbury's.

Jus-Rol’s Pre-Rolled Pie Crust Dough scored a solid 8/10 during our review for its sheer convenience and reliable results. It’s rolled on parchment, so handling is a breeze with minimal sticking, and the flaky texture holds up nicely to juicy fruit fillings. We did notice it browns quickly, so keep an eye on the bake or tent the edges, and there isn’t much overhang for decorative crimps on a 9-inch plate. Not the butteriest flavor, but at $3.99 it’s a dependable weeknight workhorse, though it isn’t gluten-free or dairy-free.

On a tight budget or baking in bulk, Great Value's 2-pack delivers impressive convenience for just $2.54. In our testing, the ready-to-bake, dairy-free shells were serviceable for everyday pies and quiches, earning a 7/10, but texture varied between boxes and the crusts tended to crack during handling. Keep them well-chilled and patch small breaks with trimmed dough for best results. If reliability matters more than price, Pillsbury's roll-out crusts proved a steadier - though pricier - alternative.

On price and ease, Kroger Traditional Ready-To-Bake Pie Crusts are hard to beat at $2.99, though they earned a 6.5/10 in our testing. The ready-to-bake format is convenient, but we found the dough can stick and tear when unrolling, and it tends to shrink in the oven, reducing room for fillings. Chilling the crust and avoiding over-stretching helped, as did weighing it down for blind bakes. It contains gluten but is dairy-free, making it a thrifty pick for casual bakes and pot pies.

Convenience is the draw with Pillsbury's Deep Dish Pie Crusts, which come pre-shaped and ready to fill for quiches and one-crust pies. During our review, recurring issues - cracking out of the package, sticking to pans, uneven browning, and a bland to slightly bitter flavor - held it to a 5/10, the weakest performer in this guide. If you do use it, bake straight from frozen, grease well, and consider a foil shield. For more reliable deep-dish results, Marie Callender's scored notably higher.

Diamond of California’s Pecan Pie Crust scored 7.5/10 in our review, shining for its ready-to-use, shelf-stable convenience and big pecan flavor. Made primarily from pecans, it brings crunchy, toasty notes that instantly elevate cream pies and no-bake fillings, and it’s both gluten-free and dairy-free. We did note added sugars (cane sugar and molasses), which may not suit low-sugar diets, and the small 6 oz shell makes per-pie costs higher. Nut allergies are a deal-breaker here, but flavor-focused bakers will love the shortcut.

Kinnikinnick's Gluten-Free Pie Crusts are vegan and allergen-friendly, and the frozen shells are ready to bake - great for speed in commercial kitchens. However, at $70.95 per bulk case and made with palm oil shortening and added cane sugar, we found them impractical for most home bakers and scored them 5/10. If you need large quantities, the convenience is real. For home cooks seeking top-tier texture without allergens, Wholly Wholesome's shells ranked much higher in this guide.

Our top-rated choice in this guide, Wholly Wholesome's Gluten Free Pie Shells earned a 9/10 in our review for pastry-like texture without wheat, dairy, or other top-eight allergens. The ready-to-bake frozen shells make weeknight pies doable, though they require freezer space, a short thaw, and careful blind-baking with weights to prevent slight shrinkage. Note there's added cane syrup, so it isn't a no-sugar-added option. While pricier at $10.49, we found the reliable, convincing crumb worth it for gluten-free and vegan baking.

If you want a richer, cookie-forward base, Keebler's Ready Crust Shortbread earned 8.5/10 and plenty of praise in our testing. The ready-to-use shell brings buttery shortbread flavor that flatters chocolate silk, berry creams, and citrus pies, and it's a simple $3.65 upgrade over a graham crust. Downsides: some packages arrive cracked or missing protective covers, and it's not suitable for gluten- or dairy-free diets. Compared with the Graham version (7.5/10), this one tastes more indulgent and dessert-worthy.

Craving cookies-and-cream desserts without turning on the oven? In our testing, the Oreo Pie Crust delivered that unmistakable OREO cookie flavor thanks to real wafer pieces, and at $2.04 it's an easy, budget-friendly shortcut. We scored it 6.5/10 because the tiny 6 oz size limits versatility for larger pies, and it contains wheat and milk, so it's not gluten- or dairy-free. Still, for mini cheesecakes, tarts, and no-bake treats, this ready-to-use cookie crust is pure fun.

While not the highest scorer at 6/10, the Mi-Del Graham Style Pie Crust is a handy, gluten-free, dairy-free base for quick desserts. In our testing, the graham flavor worked especially well for cheesecakes and other chilled, drier fillings, and the ready-to-eat shell saves time. We did encounter crumbling and occasional cracks out of the package, so handle gently and chill the crust before filling to help it hold together. For juicy or savory pies, our experience shows it’s better to choose a sturdier option.

For a classic cheesecake or key lime base, Keebler's 9-inch Graham Cracker Pie Crust is an easy, affordable staple and earned 7.5/10 in our testing. It saves serious prep for both baked and no-bake pies at just $2.94. Keep in mind it contains wheat, added sugars/corn syrup, and preservatives (including TBHQ and palm oils), which may be a deal-breaker for some. Prefer a richer, cookie-like vibe? Keebler's Shortbread version scored higher and brings more buttery flavor.

For bite-size desserts and party apps, we found Athens Mini Pastry Shells hard to beat. These crisp, flaky phyllo cups arrive ready to fill - perfect for lemon curd, mousse, or savory quiche bites - and earned an 8/10 for flavor and convenience. They're dairy-free with no sugar added, but contain wheat, so not suitable for gluten-free guests. At just $3.14, stocking a couple boxes takes the stress out of last-minute entertaining without pulling out the rolling pin.