Custom Kraft Pie Boxes for Bakeries, Restaurants, and Food Brands
A freshly baked pie is one of the most beloved food gifts and impulse purchases in any bakery or food service setting. The box it travels in should match the care that went into making it. Custom kraft pie boxes deliver the warmth and authenticity that artisan bakers, specialty food brands, and restaurant bakery programs want their packaging to communicate. The natural kraft exterior signals fresh, honest baking while providing the structural support a pie needs to arrive intact, whether it is going home with a customer across the counter, packed for a catered event, or shipped as a specialty food gift. Teal Packaging works with manufacturing partners to produce custom printed kraft pie packaging with free shipping to the US, Canada, UK, and Australia, starting from a 50-unit minimum and including free design support on every order.
Materials and GSM Specifications for Kraft Pie Boxes
Pie boxes must support the weight of the product, handle grease from buttery pastry crusts, and maintain their structural integrity through transport. Custom kraft pie boxes are available in the following material specifications:
- 300 gsm natural kraft board: Standard weight suitable for single-serve and small pie boxes up to approximately 6 inches in diameter. Provides good structural rigidity and a clean presentation surface for printing.
- 350 gsm natural kraft board: The recommended weight for full-size pie boxes (9 to 12 inches), handling pies up to approximately 3 to 4 lbs. The heavier board resists sagging under the weight of a full pie filling.
- E-flute corrugated kraft: For pies being shipped or handled over longer distances, an E-flute corrugated option provides a kraft outer surface with internal corrugated cushioning to prevent box compression during stacking and transit.
- Grease-resistant coating: An optional food-safe grease-resistant coating on the interior surfaces is available for pies with high-butter or high-oil fillings, preventing seepage through the box base.
All kraft board is FSC-certified and printing is carried out using soy-based inks by our manufacturing partners.
Customization Options for Kraft Pie Boxes
Branded custom kraft pie boxes are an effective marketing surface and a memorable part of the customer experience. Available customization options include:
- Print: Single-color logo and text printing, two-color spot de For related packaging needs, explore our corrugated packaging.signs, or full-color CMYK for seasonal artwork, illustrated designs, and photography-style graphics.
- Window panels: Die-cut windows on the box lid with food-safe PET film, allowing customers to see the pie filling and crust through the closed box - highly effective for retail display and food gifting.
- Box style: Full tuck-end lid box, separate lid-and-tray construction, or windowed clamshell depending on the ease of access and display requirements.
- Handles: Die-cut carry handles integrated into the box structure for ease of transport, a popular feature for customer take-home pie boxes.
- Interior coating: Grease-resistant or moisture-resistant interior coatings for extended product integrity.
- Seasonal designs: Custom artwork for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's Day, and other key pie-selling occasions.
Free design support is included. Our team will prepare a full-color digital proof and advise on print placement relative to window cutouts and box fold lines before production begins.
Standard Sizes for Custom Kraft Pie Boxes (Inches)
The following standard sizes cover the full range of typical pie formats. Custom dimensions are available for deep-dish, galette, or specialty shapes:
- Mini pie (4-inch): Approximately 5 x 5 x 2.5 inches - for individual-serve hand pies and tarts
- Small pie (6-inch): Approximately 7 x 7 x 3 inches - for personal-size pies and cheesecakes
- Standard pie (9-inch): Approximately 10 x 10 x 3.5 inches - the most common size for classic round pies
- Large pie (10-inch): Approximately 11 x 11 x 4 inches - for deep-dish formats and oversized specialty pies
- Rectangular slab pie: Approximately 12 x 8 x 3 inches - for rectangular formats, sheet pies, and galettes
For bakeries building out a complete packaging range, our custom food boxes and display boxes are natural companions to pie packaging. For food gifting programs, our gift boxes can be customized to coordinate with pie box designs for a unified seasonal gifting collection.
Sustainability in Kraft Pie Box Production
Teal Packaging is committed to sustainability throughout its supply chain. Every custom kraft pie box is produced to the following standards:
- FSC-certified kraft board: All board is sourced from Forest Stewardship Council-certified supply chains, ensuring forests are managed responsibly from harvest to production.
- Soy-based inks: All printing uses plant-derived soy inks that emit lower VOCs and are more compatible with paper recycling than petroleum-based alternatives.
- Recyclable materials: Natural kraft board is accepted in standard paper and cardboard recycling. Grease-resistant coated versions should be checked against local recycling guidelines, as coatings can affect recyclability.
- Right-sized design: Custom sizing prevents oversized boxes, reducing material waste per unit and improving stacking efficiency for storage and transport.
How to Order Custom Kraft Pie Boxes
Ordering from Teal Packaging follows a clear, well-supported process:
- Request a quote: Use the on-page form to submit your required pie box size, board weight, window and handle preferences, quantity, and any special material requirements such as grease-resistant coating.
- Design and proof: Share your artwork or work with our free design team. A full digital proof is issued before production begins so you can confirm print placement and window positioning.
- Production: Standard production turnaround is two weeks from proof approval.
- Free shipping: Completed pie boxes ship free to addresses in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
The minimum order quantity is 50 units. Volume pricing is available for larger runs, and seasonal campaigns benefit from stored dielines for efficient reordering. For related packaging needs, explore our kraft packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Kraft Pie Boxes
Can kraft pie boxes be used for shipping pies by mail?
Yes. For mail-order shipping, we recommend E-flute corrugated kraft construction for its crush-resistance and structural integrity in carrier transit. Interior cardboard or foam inserts to secure the pie plate or pan are also advisable. Specify that the boxes will be used for mail-order shipping when requesting your quote so the appropriate construction is recommended.
Are grease-resistant pie boxes still recyclable?
Grease-resistant coatings can affect recyclability depending on the coating type used and local recycling facility capabilities. Aqueous grease-resistant coatings are generally more recyclable than plastic laminate coatings. We recommend checking with your local recycling provider. For brands prioritizing recyclability, an uncoated box with a separate food-safe liner sheet inside is an alternative approach.
Can I add a die-cut handle for customer carry?
Yes. Integrated die-cut carry handles are a popular feature for bakery take-home pie boxes. They are punched into the box lid or side panels during the die-cutting process and reinforced with handle reinforcement strips where necessary. This is a cost-effective feature that significantly improves customer convenience and is available on most box configurations.
What window shape works best for pie boxes?
A wide rectangular or oval window on the top lid panel is the most practical choice for pie boxes, providing a clear view of the filling and crust without compromising lid strength. Round windows centered on the lid are also popular for aesthetics. Our design team will advise on the maximum window size that maintains structural integrity for each box configuration.
Can I order boxes for different pie sizes in the same run?
Yes. Multiple box sizes can be quoted and ordered simultaneously, each with the same branding applied at the corresponding scale. Each size runs as its own production unit with its own 50-unit minimum. This is common for bakeries that stock multiple pie formats and want consistent branded packaging across the range.