Now, peanuts and almonds don't taste exactly alike, but if you are trying to mimic the same roasty decadence and want something that could work with a graham cracker or chocolate crust, you're in luck. Simply use an equal ratio of almond butter in your favorite peanut butter pie recipe. Stir it into the filling mix with cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until the almond butter is well-distributed. From there, you can add it to your pre-baked pie crust, chill, and serve.
This cherry turnover recipe from acclaimed pastry chef and cookbook author Claudia Fleming wraps a combination of sweet and sour cherries in flaky pastry to form tidy hand pies that would be a hit at any function, from a backyard BBQ to the most elegant brunch party.