Cookie Pie vs. Traditional Pie: Why Cookie Pies Are the New Favourite Dessert

When you think of classic desserts, traditional pies like apple, cherry, or pecan often come to mind. But a delicious revolution is underway, and it’s reshaping dessert tables everywhere: enter the cookie pie. At DoughGirl, we’ve elevated this indulgent hybrid into an iconic treat—and here’s why cookie pies are fast becoming the UK’s new favourite dessert.

What Is a Cookie Pie, Anyway?

Imagine everything you love about a cookie—chewy, gooey, chocolatey goodness—super-sized and baked into a deep-dish pie form. That’s a cookie pie. It’s thick, rich, and bursting with all your favourite fillings. Whether you’re into triple chocolate, caramel, or peanut butter, cookie pies take indulgence to another level.

1. Texture & Taste: A Whole New Experience

Traditional pies tend to have flaky pastry bases with fruity or custardy fillings. Lovely, yes—but let’s be real, they can feel a little… old-school. Cookie pies offer a multi-layered texture—a soft, buttery centre, slightly crisp edges, and generous pockets of melted chocolate, caramel, or biscuit chunks.

They’re a game-changer for anyone who loves bold flavour and a rich bite. If traditional pies are a quiet cuppa, cookie pies are the full dessert party.

2. Perfect for Every Occasion

From birthdays and baby showers to Sunday roasts and date nights—cookie pies are crowd-pleasers. Traditional pies often suit seasonal events (think Christmas mince pies or summer fruit pies), but cookie pies? They shine year-round.

Need a show stopping centrepiece for your dessert table? Looking for a fun, alternative birthday cake? Hosting a movie night with mates? A DoughGirl cookie pie fits the brief. They also travel well, slice beautifully, and serve multiple guests—no forks required!

3. Customisable & Creative

Traditional pies often stick to well-known recipes, but cookie pies? There’s no limit. At DoughGirl, we offer cookie pies in all kinds of flavours—Oreo overload, Biscoff swirl, Peanut Butter & Triple Chocolate —and we’re always dreaming up new ones. They’re easily personalised for events, with stuffed centres and beautiful toppings.

Craving a S'mores cookie pie filled with biscuits and marshmallow? Done. Want one stuffed with Nutella and topped with kinder bueno for a birthday surprise? Easy. That’s the kind of dessert flexibility you don’t get with pastry and fruit.

4. No Need to Reheat or Top with Custard

Traditional pies usually need warming up and a sidekick like custard or cream to truly shine. But cookie pies? They’re delicious straight out of the box. Warm them slightly for extra gooeyness or enjoy them as-is, the choice is yours.

No more last-minute faff in the kitchen—just open and enjoy.

5. Social Media-Worthy Appeal

Let’s face it, cookie pies are Insta-ready. Their chunky layers, stuffed centres, and chocolatey swirls make them a visual treat as much as a taste sensation. They’re made to be shared (online and off), which makes them perfect for parties, gift boxes, or that one friend who’s always snapping dessert pics.

Why DoughGirl Cookie Pies Are a Cut Above

At DoughGirl, our cookie pies are lovingly handmade with premium ingredients—think Belgian chocolate, free-range eggs, and real butter. We don’t do basic. Every pie is baked fresh to order, ensuring the perfect mix of indulgence and quality.

We offer a rotating selection of flavours, gift options, and seasonal specials—so there’s always a reason to treat yourself or someone else.

Final Slice: Why Cookie Pies Are Winning the Dessert Game

While traditional pies will always have a nostalgic charm, cookie pies are the bold, fun, and utterly satisfying upgrade. With their irresistible texture, year-round appeal, and flavour-packed creativity, they’re more than just a treat—they’re a dessert revolution.

So next time you’re choosing between pie and cookie... have both. Get a DoughGirl cookie pie.

Ready to Try One?

Explore our collection of handmade cookie pies at DoughGirl and discover why everyone’s talking about the UK’s most crave-worthy dessert.

Go big. Go gooey. Go DoughGirl.