What Is a Macaroni Pie? Scotland’s Cheesy Bakery Classic
, by Scottish Store & Deli, 2 min reading time
A guide to Scotland’s macaroni pie: what it is, why the pastry-and-macaroni combination works and how to heat and serve it.
A macaroni pie combines two comfort-food favourites in one: creamy macaroni cheese inside a savoury pastry shell. The result is rich, portable and unmistakably at home on a Scottish bakery counter.
Try our Macaroni Pie or choose Mini Macaroni Pies x12 for buffets and sharing.
What is a macaroni pie?
It is a pastry case filled with macaroni pasta in a cheese sauce. The pastry gives structure and a crisp contrast to the soft filling, making it easy to eat hot as a snack or as part of a meal.
Are macaroni pies Scottish?
Macaroni pies are strongly associated with Scottish bakery culture. Macaroni cheese itself is much broader than Scotland, but putting it into an individual savoury pie has become a familiar Scottish bakery format.
What pastry is used for a macaroni pie?
That varies by baker. The case needs to be firm enough to hold the creamy filling, so it is usually sturdier than a delicate flaky pastry. For exact ingredients, check the product description.
How do you heat a macaroni pie?
Follow the pack instructions. Oven heating is often preferred because it warms the filling while keeping the pastry crisp. Make sure the centre is piping hot before serving.
What do you eat with a macaroni pie?
It can be eaten on its own, with chips, salad, baked beans or vegetables. Mini versions also work well as part of a buffet spread.
Macaroni pie vs Scotch pie
The shell can look similar, but the fillings are completely different. A Scotch pie is a seasoned meat pie; a macaroni pie is filled with macaroni cheese. One is meaty and savoury, the other creamy and cheesy.
Where can I buy macaroni pies online?
Order our Macaroni Pie online, or browse our Scottish bakery selection for more traditional favourites.
Frequently asked questions
Are macaroni pies vegetarian?
Some are, but recipes and cheeses vary. Check the individual ingredient list.
Can macaroni pies be frozen?
Follow the storage instructions for the specific product and do not refreeze if it was previously frozen unless the producer says you can.
Can you eat a macaroni pie cold?
Check the product guidance. Most people prefer them hot so the cheese sauce is soft and the pastry is refreshed.