We just love a veggie pie recipe and these options are absolute winners
Whether it's creamy leek or hearty mushroom, there's no denying a pie is the ultimate comfort food.
Who can resist a deliciously flaky, golden pie? Not us, that's for sure and these are our favourite vegetarian pie recipes to warm up in the colder months.
Some are more classic than others: you'll find a selection of hearty mushroom and lentil pies encased in a shortcrust pastry, cheesy spinach pies with flaky filo pastry, as well as some comforting veggie shepherd's pies with a creamy mash layer on top.
If you want to learn how to perfect making shortcrust pastry, we have a how-to guide that will run you through it every step of the way.
For more comforting and warming recipe ideas, take a look at our favourite curry recipes, or our best ever pasta dishes.
Cheese & onion pie recipe
Don't brush off the simplicity of this pie as it's got stacks of flavour!
Recipe: Cheese & Onion Pie
Brie and mushroom pie recipe
If you're looking for a veggie-friendly Christmas centrepiece, this decadent and special brie and mushroom pie ticks all the boxes! It's creamy, rich, meaty and works perfectly with celeriac or potato mash, too.
Recipe: Brie and mushroom pie
Vegan ocean pie recipe
We adore the look of this pie with its clever 'scale' mash design.
Recipe: Vegan Ocean Pie
Morrocan lentil pie recipe
Crisp layers of filo pastry are combined with fragrant harissa, red lentils and sharp feta cheese for a decadent flavour in every bite.
Recipe: Morrocan lentil pie
Macaroni pie recipe
If you love mac 'n cheese, you'll love this baked macaroni pie. We've turned it slightly healthier with a tangy Greek yoghurt sauce. It's serious comfort food for the colder months.
Recipe: Macaroni pie
Vegetarian shepherd's pie recipe
There's no meat in sight for this shepherd's pie. We've replaced beef mince with precooked lentils and plenty of aromatics to give a similar rich and umami taste as its meat counterpart.
Recipe: Vegetarian shepherd's pie
Easy leek pie recipe
We've infused the rough shortcrust pastry with Cheddar cheese and mustard that pairs perfectly with the sweet, soft leeks and red onions.
Recipe: Easy leek pie
Roasted veg and halloumi pie recipe
This versatile pie can feature any leftover veg that you might have softening in your fridge but the halloumi is non-negotiable for us as it adds a lovely salty flavour against the soft, earthy veg.
Recipe: Roasted veg and halloumi pie
Courgette puff pie recipe
Make sure you opt for in-season courgettes for this one and you'll be rewarded with a sweet and caramelised pie with added Gruyere cheese and fresh chopped parsley.
Recipe: Courgette puff pie:
Spanakopita recipe
This Greek-inspired dish called Spanakopita, is one of our favourites and is filled with plenty of seasoned spinach and crumbly feta cheese, all wrapped in layers of flaky golden filo pastry and a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Delicious!
Recipe: Spinach and feta filo pie
Black bean cottage pie recipe
For a lighter take to a traditional cottage pie, we suggest halving the original beef mince quantity, or replace altogether with black beans to keep it strictly meat-free.
Recipe: Black bean cottage pie
Vegan samosa pie recipe
You won't even tell this pie is meat-free as the aromatics, lentils and vegetables give it a hearty feel and taste. It's a great dish to make with leftover roast veggies too!
Recipe: Vegan samosa pie
Green bean and goat's cheese pie recipe
This single serve green bean and goat's cheese pie makes for a speedy and seriously delicious lunchtime meal. Serve with a mustard-dressed side salad.
Recipe: Green bean and goat's cheese pie
Homity pie recipe
Ever tried a Homity pie before? It can be traced back to WWII and features a delightful mix of potatoes, cheese, leeks and thyme.
Recipe: Homity pie
Lancashire cheese pie recipe
Love a Lancashire cheese pie? Ours is inspired by the original recipe but with a slight twist. We've added sweet pears and crunchy, earthy, walnuts for a lovely flavour.
Vegan mushroom and kale pot pie recipe
On the table in an hour, this hearty vegan pie is going to satisfy after a long day in the office.
Recipe: Vegan mushroom and kale pot pie
Root vegetable pithivier recipe
This stunning veggie pie is one of our go-to's for a special Christmas day showstopper. It has beautifully distinct layers, some creamy, some textured, but all delicious and definitely worth the effort.
Recipe: Root vegetable pithivier
Vegan shepherd's pie recipe
One of the cosiest meals to make, a shepherd's pie is perfect for feeding a hungry family during the week. This one is meat-free, but still delicious with mushrooms, lentils and a splash of red wine for that rich, hearty taste.
Recipe: Vegan shepherd's pie
Mushroom and leek pies recipe
These adorable individual hand pies make a lovely party food option if you're entertaining. The wholegrain mustard gives them a wonderful tangy flavour.
Recipe: Mushroom and leek pies
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