FROM MY KITCHEN
TO YOURS,
my very first comprehensive online pie making course, is devoted to teaching you the joy of pie making. From foundational baking techniques to my personal pie making tips and tricks, learn all of the pie basics.
I’ll show you my simple step-wise approach to making all of the pie essentials: crusts, fillings, and toppings. And you’ll learn the ins and outs of preparing your pies for the holidays, ahead of the Thanksgiving rush!
HERE IN THE PIE POP-UP, WE
We bake pie for the love of process, the artistry of using our hands, and the joy of making dessert(s) with our loved ones.
With the holidays just around the corner...
ARE YOU READY TO…
Bake your holiday “pièce de résistance?”
The sweet showstopper of your
Thanksgiving and Christmas tables?
KEEP CALM AND EN“ROLL”
IN THE PIE POP-UP!
LET’S TAKE A MOMENT AND VISUALIZE YOUR DREAM 2020 THANKSGIVING…
Your home is filled with love as your family gathers around the table. The sound of their laughter is bellowing through your dining room. As the conversation flows, you fill to the brim with joy...and of course, sweet potatoes. And as you help to clear the table, you know the best is yet to come...the pie!
The room quiets down as you go to cut the first slice and you see, one or more of the following options:
ANothing. Andrea was on pie duty. But, she forgot it at home.
B
A pile of pie. Bryan’s pie fell on the car ride over. Some of it’s still there.
C
Half of a pie. Courtney thought she could “sneak” in a few slices before dinner.
D
A soggy pie. It’s oozing...cutting this will be a mess! Is it raw?
E
A burnt pie. It has the pie personality of an unbuttered slice of toast.
F
A pie box from Costco.
G
The tastiest, most artfully baked homemade pie you’ve ever seen. And, you learned how to make it, with me!
WHAT IF YOU COULD CUT INTO YOUR PIE KNOWING…
On the outside...it looks like the work of a prize-winning Pastry Chef! (You’ll have them asking, “Did you channel Julia Child while making the crowned jewel of your Thanksgiving table?”)
And on the inside...it tastes nostalgic, like home, like a hug coming straight from your southern grandma’s arms. It’s crafted from your own signature deep golden, all butter crust and stacked with flaky textured layers. Let’s not forget the perfectly cooked sweet filling just waiting for you to take your first (of many) bites.
TOP IT OFF…
you made this pie for your crew. And whether it was a solo mission or a team effort, it’s yours. Your hands, your time, your creativity and craftsmanship...your touch and your memories.
Embrace the perfectly imperfect process of pie making. Here’s the truth: learning how to bake the perfect pie...takes time and practice. How are we supposed to be good at something we only do once a year? Twice, if you include Pi Day?
Well...
Congratulations! Your baking crew just doubled, *officially*! We’re going to tag-team this whole pie thing TOGETHER...ready to get baking?
This online baking course is for everyday bakers (and even non-bakers!) who are ready to learn the art of pie making. Those who want to up the stakes and take their 2020 banana bread game to the next level, and..
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Create my signature Failproof, All Butter Pie Crust AND my Flaky Gluten Free Pie Crust by hand (from scratch!) and with a food processor
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Rock, roll, and transfer dough with ease
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Bake the 5 essential Thanksgiving pies
- Appley Apple Pie with Double Crust or Oat Crumble
- Pumpkin Pie with Meringue and Graham Cracker Crust
- Chocolate Fudge Pie with Single Crust
- Blueberry Ginger Pie with Lattice Crust
- Maple Pecan Pie with Single Crust
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Implement baking basics like Blind Baking and Double Crust Baking
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Finish and decorate a pie to perfection...there are so many techniques to choose from
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Be game day ready for the big feast (Trust me, you’ll be slicing, storing, freezing, and serving in no time!)
INTRODUCING
THE PIE
POP UP!
THE PIE POP UP INCLUDES...
- 5 modules on the art of pie making
- Showing you how to create my 5 essential Thanksgiving pies, step-by-step, using videos to guide you from crust to finishings, and showcasing my tested pie processes, techniques, and recipes.
- 25+ instructional and educational videos
- 10+ instructional PDFs, with directions and how-to’s to complement the videos
- 10+ recipe PDFs, detailing how to make my All Butter Pie Crust, Gluten Free Pie Crust, the 5 essential Thanksgiving pies, the cinnamon whipped cream, and more
- The Trouble-Shooting PDF, a guide to prepare you for all of of your potential pie obstacles
- The Test Bake Workbook, to track your pie making progress during our time together
GLUTEN FREE?
Don’t count yourself out! All of the crusts and fillings have the option to be made 100% Gluten Free….and I’ll show you how!
“THE PROGENITOR OF THE HAUTE CUPCAKE CRAZE.”
- Los Angeles Times
ENROLL NOW
GIVE THE GIFT OF PIE + SAVE $50!
Is there a special baker in your life who would enjoy the Pie Pop-Up? Can you think of a better holiday gift for creating new memories with those you love?
GIVE THE PIE POP-UP AS A GIFT
WELL, HELLO THERE!
You’re probably thinking, why did the cupcake queen create a pie course?
GOOD QUESTION.
Cake was always something that came easily to me: I loved to bake it. I loved to eat it. My relationship with cake is straightforward.
But for the longest time I never felt comfortable with dough, the foundation of pie. Suffice it to say my pie journey has had its share of ups and downs.
BACK IN THE DAY...
I made all of the pie mistakes...and I truly mean…all of the mistakes…
Soggy bottoms,
Crunchy apples - mushy apples,
Cracked custards,
Burned crimps
Filling that didn’t set...
It was practice and perseverance, my friends. I’m happy to say that I’ve come a long way from where I started. And that’s why teaching you, really teaching you about the process of pie is so important to me.
BETWEEN MAKING, CHILLING AND ROLLING THE CRUST,
prepping the filling, and then baking the pie and letting it cool before you finally sample a slice... the pie process requires patience, a gentle hand, and a whole lotta love! You have to be committed because the rewards are so sweet and ful•filling.
So if you really want to take your baking game to the next level, it’s time you take The Perfectly Imperfect Pie Pledge:
THE PERFECTLY IMPERFECT PIE PLEDGE
I promise to give myself the time and space I need to practice the art of pie.
I promise to be mindful of how much pie I eat, knowing fully well my limit is __ slices.
I promise to at least try and bake the gluten free crust, because A) I believe gluten free doesn’t have to “taste like cardboard”, and B) I know someone in my crew will be grateful for an alternative crust option.
I promise to share my pie with those I love most.
I promise to be kind to myself and embrace the perfectly imperfect pie making process, from the very first dust of flour to the very last bite.
I’ve been there, and I know it’s possible to learn how to bake an AMAZING pie that you’ll be proud to present. I promise, it can be done! (Ahem, I’m living proof.)
So, are you ready to join me inside the Pie Pop Up?
YES, TEACH ME THE LIFE OF PIE!
ENROLL NOWBY THE END OF THIS COURSE YOU'LL…
- Know the science of flour, fat, and liquid.
- Learn the ins and outs of crusts, including handmade ones (from scratch!) and ones made with a food processor.
- Understand pre-oven preparations and baking basics like docking, blind baking, and double crust baking.
- Master the pie filling-to-pie crust ratio.
- Decorate and finish your pie AND present it with style!
YOU MAY BE
THINKING,
CANDACE…
“I don’t have the time for all of this, I’m just going to...”
“BEELINE TO THE FROZEN SECTION AND PICK UP A PIE FROM THE STORE.”
There’s nothing more rewarding than baking a homemade dessert for your family. Pie is an expression of love: of process, sharing, and building a legacy. And whether you’re making memories during the creative process or the feasting process, make those memories. If there’s anything I’ve learned this year it’s the beauty in our everyday moments and with who and how we spend them.
“I'M NO MASTER BAKING CHEF, THERE IS NO WAY I CAN BAKE ALL OF THIS.”
Can I call you Cinderella? Because you’re the perfect fit! This course is made for beginners. Bakers of all skill levels are welcomed, but I’ve intentionally simplified and systemized the pie making process for beginners’ success.
And, remember The Perfectly Imperfect Pie Pledge? Pie is about embracing the imperfections and finding the beauty in those imperfect details. Rustic is the name of the game. Think personality and character; you’re creating your very own piece of art. And honestly...I can’t wait to share with you some of my baking fails! We can all laugh together.
“AREN'T THERE LIKE A MILLION FREE RESOURCES ONLINE?”
That’s exactly the problem. There’s TOO much online. How do you know which resources are reliable? How many do you need to try out before finding the right one? It’s a jungle out there. I’ve simplified everything you need into just 5 Modules for you. No more reading through copious amounts of materials and sorting through fluff...everything in this course was intentionally designed for ease and simplicity. Trust me, you have everything you need.
“WHY CAN'T I JUST USE A COOKBOOK?”
There’s a lot of “how” and “what” questions that come up when you’re learning about pie, it takes experimentation - trial and error. That’s why I spent so much time filming video content for you - so you can see the ingredients, the techniques, and the processes - in action. And while recipe books are wonderful tools, they can’t hold a conversation. Asking questions is the single most effective way to learn. And that’s why I have a more comprehensive, robust option for you. I want you to have a place and a community to come to - a place to speak freely about your pie progress! And even, ask me questions. If you’re someone who wants more individualized attention, that option is perfect for you. And? You’ll have lifetime access to this Pie Pop-Up, so if you ever get stuck, you can always go back and review - on your own time.
“I'VE MADE PIE... AND I STILL HAVEN'T RECOVERED FROM THE EXPERIENCE.”
What happened? Soggy bottom? Did your pie have a generally sad disposition? Pale? Every year at Thanksgiving, the prospect of making pie strikes fear in the hearts of even the most skilled bakers. An emotion I like to call “pie anxiety” or PIEXIETY for my pun lovers. And on a scale of 1-10, I’ve most definitely hit an 11 before. The right mindset is so important to have going into the process. But if you study the process and learn to trust it and yourself, you can get rid of your PIEXIETY for good, too.
Ready to step into your pie power?
I’M READY TO INCREASE MY PIE-Q!
ENROLL NOW
WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR THE PIE-POP UP, YOU GET INSTANT ACCESS TO…
The course library filled with:
25+ Instructional and Educational videos
10+ Instructional PDFs, with directions and how-to’s to complement the videos
10+ Recipe PDFs, detailing how to make my All Butter Pie Crust, Gluten Free Pie Crust, the 5 Essential Thanksgiving Pies, the Cinnamon Whipped Cream, and more
The Trouble-Shooting PDF, a guide to prepare you for all of of your potential pie obstacles
The Test Bake Workbook, to track your pie making progress during our time together
READY TO PEEK INTO THE PIE POP-UP?
MODULE 1
UNDERSTANDING YOUR BAKING ESSENTIALS
In Module 1, we’ll review everything you need to succeed in the Pie Pop-Up, starting with the single most important thing...mindset. I’ll teach you my pie mantra and how to experience the pie process without the stress. We’ll also discuss baking materials, basic ingredients, and even kitchen essentials...we’ll cover the must-haves for this month of pie and you’ll be off to a solid start.
MODULE 2
BAKING THE PERFECT CRUST
In Module 2, I’ll give you my tried and true All Butter Pie Crust and Gluten-Free Pie Crust recipes...and even better, I’ll show you how to handle each of them through the pie making process...from rolling and transferring to crimping and baking that golden crust... we’ll go through everything you need to build a flaky and delectable pie vessel.
MODULE 3
MAKING THE PERFECT THANKSGIVING PIE
In Module 3, I’ll show you how to make the Thanksgiving must-have pies. From creating the dough to popping it out of the oven, I’ll take you through every step of the pie making process. By the time you’re done, you’ll be able to mix and match components of each recipe...which I’m so excited to show you!
P.S. If you elect to make all five of the essentials for Thanksgiving...more pie power to you.
MODULE 4
DRESSING YOUR PIE
In Module 4, I’ll show numerous different ways to style your pie finishings! From a simple pie wash to lattices, meringue, and cutout decorations, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. This is where the artist in you comes out - so we’ll go all out and give the pie some personality!
MODULE 5
PRESENTING YOUR PIE
In Module 5, you’ll learn how to present your pie. Depending on when you decide to bake, I’ll show you how to savor the flavor for as long as possible. Let’s also not forget how BEAUTIFUL pies can be...ready to share your creations with the world?
THE PIE
POP UP
$69
$89
$119
INCLUDED IN THE PIE POP UP COURSE
5 modules on the art of pie making
25+ instructional and educational videos
10+ step-by-step instructional PDFs
10+ recipes for 5 essential Thanksgiving Pies + specialty crusts (including Gluten Free!)
The Trouble-Shooting PDF
The Test Bake Workbook
LIFETIME ACCESS TO THE FULL VIDEO COURSE
+BONUS BAKING BUNDLE OF RECIPES
PUMPKIN BROWNIES
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS
PEAR CRISP
UPSIDE DOWN APPLE CAKE
CHOCOLATE BOURBON PECAN PIE
GIVE THE GIFT OF PIE & SAVE $50!
Is there a special baker in your life who would enjoy the Pie Pop-Up? Can you think of a better holiday gift for creating new memories with those you love?
GIVE THE PIE POP-UP AS A GIFTI’M CANDACE NELSON.
Entrepreneur, Chef, Author, Mama, & More
HAVE WE MET YET?
You might’ve seen or heard a little something about me and Sprinkles Cupcakes. Or maybe Pizzana. Or maybe you found me on Netflix through Sugar Rush and Cupcake Wars. Or maybe even my Podcast, Live to Eat, brought you here.
SO, HOW DID ALL THIS HAPPEN?
Well, my entrepreneurial journey started from a place of love, right out of my own kitchen in Los Angeles California. Before I knew it, my cupcakes’ style - modern sophistication - became an overnight sensation, and the world’s first cupcake bakery was born: Sprinkles Cupcakes.
Here we are so many years later, and I’m still continually rediscovering, redefining, and recapturing the joy of baking…all the way from cupcakes to pie.
So, will you be joining me for the Pie Pop-Up?
YES, I’m ready for some flour-filled fun!
ENROLL NOWWHAT’S THE INVESTMENT?
THE PIE POP-UP INCLUDES
- 5 modules on the art of pie making
- Showing you how to create my 5 essential Thanksgiving pies, step-by-step, using videos to guide you from crust to finishings, and showcasing my tested pie processes, techniques, and recipes.
- 25+ instructional and educational videos
- 10+ instructional PDFs, with directions and how-to’s to complement the videos
- 10+ recipe PDFs, detailing how to make my All Butter Pie Crust, Gluten Free Pie Crust, the 5 essential Thanksgiving pies, the cinnamon whipped cream, and more
- The Trouble-Shooting PDF, a guide to prepare you for all of of your potential pie obstacles
- The Test Bake Workbook, to track your pie making progress during our time together
And that’s not even including the memories, photos, videos, laughter and polaroid moments that you’ll gain through the experience.
Experiences are priceless. Memories are priceless. Moments are priceless
Now more than ever, we’re seeing how important these moments are...so why not celebrate them? This Thanksgiving, I want your kitchen to be filled with joy...and flour. I want you to share the art of pie making with those you love most.
For only $69$89
$119
BONUS
PUMPKIN BROWNIES PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS. PEAR CRISP UPSIDE DOWN APPLE CAKE CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE
READY TO POP INTO THE PIE POP-UP?
ENROLL NOWTHE PIE
POP UP
$69
$89
$119
INCLUDED IN THE PIE POP UP COURSE
5 modules on the art of pie making
25+ instructional and educational videos
10+ step-by-step instructional PDFs
10+ recipes for 5 essential Thanksgiving Pies + specialty crusts (including Gluten Free!)
The Trouble-Shooting PDF
The Test Bake Workbook
LIFETIME ACCESS TO THE FULL VIDEO COURSE
+BONUS BAKING BUNDLE OF RECIPES
PUMPKIN BROWNIES
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS
PEAR CRISP
UPSIDE DOWN APPLE CAKE
CHOCOLATE BOURBON PECAN PIE
