The old pie-in-the-face gag is always a hit.

Who can resist a giggle when some poor sucker (who probably deserved it) wipes the whipped cream from his eyes?

But Pie in the Sky artisan masterpieces are no laughing matter. Made in Scottsdale, Arizona, using all-natural ingredients, the baked-to-order pies arrive safely packed in charming, old-fashioned wooden crates.

The family-run shop offers six scrumptious varieties for delivery (the lucky ducks in Scottsdale get more flavors to choose from): perfectly sweet apple, classic cherry, chocolate fudge, maple pecan, sugar pumpkin, and cherry cheesecake. All are super tasty, but the slightly sugary crust is a triumph in its own right.

If you’re planning on giving a pie as a gift, we recommend sending it directly to the recipient. Just the sight of a Pie in the Sky box on your doorstep will make you want to dive right in.

Face first, of course.

Available online at mypieinthesky.com.