Their shells are edible (4)

I believe the answer is:

pies

(Other definitions for pies that I've seen before include "Pastries" , "Tarts" , "Pastry dishes" , "Pastry crusts with fillings" , "Pastry-topped puddings" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.

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