• I'm a professional baker comparing pumpkin pies from Walmart, Kroger, Safeway, and Costco. • I didn't love the pumpkin pie from Kroger, but Costco's was really tasty and my second choice. • Safeway's was the best store-bought pumpkin pie because of its balanced taste and good structure.

As a professional baker, I know how to make a solid pumpkin pie at home — but sometimes grabbing one from a local grocery store is the best option.

To find the best store-bought pumpkin pie, I put four desserts — from Costco, Safeway, Kroger, and Walmart — to the test.

There are plenty of pies on display at most grocery stores in the fall, so I didn't call ahead at any of the places I went to and just walked in and grabbed the seasonal treat.

Because pumpkin pies are typically made with a custard

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