Pie Baking Contest | claremontpiefestival

Judging Criteria

FIRST IMPRESSION

What does your pie look like before we take a slice?

AFTER SLICE APPEARANCE

Not too runny or dry, appropriate juiciness, firmness, color, visual appeal.

TEXTURE AND TASTE

Mouth feel: Appropriate consistency (i.e. thick, thin, smooth, chunky, creamy, chalky, mushy, runny, dry)
Crust: Texture, flaky, firm, mealy, soggy, under-baked over-baked, tasty flavor. Does it complement the filling?
Aftertaste

CREATIVITY

We like creative baking but keep in mind that a perfectly executed traditional favorite can be a work of art too!

GRAND PRIZE

Angelina King, Marionberry

1st Place Custard

Gennie Truelock, Honey Lavender Pie

2nd Place Custard

Sonia James, Gingersnap Maple Pumpkin Pie

1st Place Cream

Dan Blocker, Chocolate Haupia

2nd Place Cream

Patricia Lapiezo, Cinnamon Roll Banana Cream

1st Place Fruit

Jackie Kakish, Jackie's Apple Pie

2nd Place Fruit

Kevin Lahue, Pleasant Hill Raisin