26 Perfect Holiday Pie Recipes (2024)

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When it comes to traditional holiday desserts, pies definitely deserve a seat at the proverbial (and literal) table. They're perfect for serving to a crowd, and there's oh so many variations. Whether you prefer fruity pies with plenty of fall spices, such as our Easy Apple Skillet Pie, or decadent chocolate pies like Minny's Chocolate Pie, we've got the dessert for you. Browse our collection of delicious pies for the perfect one to serve at your next holiday celebration.

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Salted Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Pie

Salted Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Pie

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Salted Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe

A cross between a fudge pie and pecan pie, this is all the more stunning if you arrange the pecans from the center in a spiral pattern.

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Easy Skillet Apple Pie

Easy Skillet Apple Pie

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Easy Skillet Apple Pie Recipe

Making an apple pie has never been so easy. Simply toss apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar, and spoon over a refrigerated pie crust in the cast-iron skillet. Top with the other crust and bake.

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Million Dollar Pie

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Million Dollar Pie Recipe

Don't be fooled by the name, this Million Dollar Pie is actually quite inexpensive to make—but it tastes like a million bucks.Plus, it couldn't be simpler to toss together and requires no baking. Whip it up for a holiday meal or spur-of-the-moment party.

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Maple-Walnut Cranberry Pie

Maple-Walnut Cranberry Pie

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Maple-Walnut Cranberry Pie Recipe

While the buttery, maple-scented filling is inspired by classic pecan pie, we swap in toasted walnuts and add chopped fresh cranberries for a beautiful pop of color and tart flavor contrast that cuts the sweetness.

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Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie

Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie

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Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie Recipe

Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie is a chocolate lover's dream. A crunchy cookie crust is filled with a decadent chocolate filling before being topped off with Coffee Whipped Cream.

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Oreo Cookie Pie

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Oreo Cookie Pie Recipe

Oreos on Oreos on Oreos. This Oreo pie recipe is super easy and a must-make for any fan of Milk's Favorite Cookie.

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Lattice-Topped Cranberry-Raspberry Pie

Lattice-Topped Cranberry-Raspberry Pie

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Lattice-Topped Cranberry-Raspberry Pie Recipe

Add a splash of festive color to your dessert sideboard with this tangy-fruity pie. For pretty rickrack-shaped lattice, cut the dough with a fluted pastry wheel.

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Sliced Sweet Potato Pie

Sliced Sweet Potato Pie

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Sliced Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

We love the layered look of this ever-so-sweet streusel-topped treat.

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Maple-Bourbon Pecan Pie

Maple-Bourbon Pecan Pie

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Maple-Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe

Maple syrup and bourbon infuse the pie with distinctive sweetness. For a decadent treat, top warm pie with low-fat vanilla ice cream.

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Minny's Chocolate Pie

Minny's Chocolate Pie

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Minny's Chocolate Pie Recipe

Get a taste of Minny's famous chocolate pie, a recipe inspired by The Help.

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Butterfinger Pie

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Butterfinger Pie Recipe

For aneasy dessert that's sure to please, look no further than our decadent Butterfinger Pie. Although it takes only 15 minutes to whip up, this candy bar-inspired treat is the peanut butter pie upgrade you won't soon forget.

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Coconut Cream Pie with Pineapple

Coconut Cream Pie with Pineapple

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Coconut Cream Pie with Pineapple Recipe

Add a tropical punch to a classic coconut cream pie for an bright burst of flavor. One online reviewer likened the festive dish to a cool piña colada in a crust.

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Classic Pumpkin Pie

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Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Refrigerated pie dough makes this classic pumpkin pie recipe simple to prepare.

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Caramel-Pecan Pie

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Caramel-Pecan Pie Recipe

Take traditional pecan pie up a notch by stirring caramels into the filling and topping with chocolate-covered pecans.

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Tiramisu Toffee Trifle Pie

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Tiramisu Toffee Trifle Pie Recipe

Use a store-bought pound cake, sliced diagonally, as the crust of this dressed-up pie version of tiramisu. Whipped cream and chopped toffee garnish the pie, which is sure to shine on any dessert buffet table.

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Oatmeal Pecan Pie

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Oatmeal Pecan Pie Recipe

You'll never have to worry about extra leftovers with this two-step pecan pie. Dark brown sugar and oats add a rich oatmeal cookie texture to the nutty pecan filling.

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Double Apple Pie With Cornmeal Crust

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Double Apple Pie With Cornmeal Crust Recipe

Our users raved about this now award-winning pie. Don't skip the jelly in the filling—it's an absolute must.

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Elegant Pumpkin-Walnut Layered Pie

Elegant Pumpkin-Walnut Layered Pie

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Elegant Pumpkin-Walnut Layered Pie Recipe

Get creative with a cookie cutter and a little pastry dough. Use a leaf-shaped cutter to create a fall theme atop the smooth pumpkin pie.

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Peanut Butter Pie

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Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

This easy-to-follow recipe—featuring a graham cracker crust, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate syrup—makes two pies, so keep one in the freezer for unexpected guests.

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Browned Butter Chess Pie

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Browned Butter Chess Pie Recipe

For a pretty presentation, prepare a second recipe of the piecrust and cut out shapes with a small cookie cutter. Attach them to the edge of the crust with egg wash, and then bake and fill as directed.

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Apple, Pear, and Cranberry Pie

Apple, Pear, and Cranberry Pie

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Apple, Pear, and Cranberry Pie Recipe

Use slightly firm pears and crisp, tart apples here to achieve the best texture in the filling, and let this mountainous pie cool and settle for at least two hours before serving.

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Tennessee Whiskey-Pecan Pie

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Tennessee Whiskey-Pecan Pie Recipe

We love the combination of pecans and smoky-sweet bourbon in the thick, rich pie filling. For a booze-free pie, substitute apple juice for the whiskey in the filling, and serve with plain sweetened whipped cream or enjoy it without.

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Chocolate-Pecan Chess Pie

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Chocolate-Pecan Chess Pie Recipe

Dark, rich, and intensely chocolaty, this is our favorite new twist on pecan pie. Make it even more special and serve with sweetened whipped cream.

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Thai Tea Pie

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Thai Tea Pie Recipe

Warmly spiced Thai tea mix—which you can purchase at an Asian market or online—stars in this show-stopping, no-bake pie. The tea is steeped in sweetened condensed milk which is then used to make a stovetop custard; after straining out the tea leaves (definitely use cheesecloth), you'll simply pour the vibrantly colored custard into a peanutty, no-oven-necessary crust and refrigerate until set. If you're looking for a pie that's sure to impress, trust us, the sweet Thai tea against the salty, toasty flavor of the peanuts is a combo you won't be able to get enough of.

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Keto Pumpkin Pie

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Keto Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Believe it or not, this keto pumpkin pie tastes like the real thing. The sweetness is just right, and unlike other keto desserts, this pie doesn't have a strong aftertaste from keto-approved sweeteners—so if you're not a huge fan of sugar to begin with, you may like this even more. The nutty crust pairs excellently with the spicy, creamy filling, and everyone at the table will approve of this twist on pumpkin pie, so there's no need to make more than one dessert.

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Pecan, Apple, and Pumpkin Pie

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Pecan, Apple, and Pumpkin Pie Recipe

This pecan, apple, and pumpkin—pepumpkle, if you will—pie combines the best of three worlds. The tartness of the apple helps balance out the sweetness of the other two fillings while adding a caramel taste to the mix. However, the pecan and pumpkin keep their distinctive flavors. Cook the apples first to reduce the amount of liquid that gets released into the pie; reserve that liquid for a buttery caramel to drizzle on at the end. If it makes it to the next day, any leftover piewould be great with a little whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, or blended into a milkshake.

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FAQs

What is the most eaten pie at Christmas? ›

Pumpkin Pie

This pie is a traditional dessert served during the holiday season. It is made with pumpkin puree, spices, and a flaky crust, and is a popular favorite for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Pumpkin Pie is a traditional American dessert that is commonly enjoyed during the fall and winter seasons.

What are the three most popular pies for Thanksgiving? ›

The United States' favorite Thanksgiving pies: pumpkin, pecan, and apple | YouGov.

What is the McDonald's holiday pie? ›

It's the greatest gift to yourself—creamy, smooth custard nestled in a flaky, buttery crust glazed with sugar and topped with rainbow sprinkles. There are 260 calories in McDonald's Holiday Pie. Order yours today from our full menu in the app using contactless Mobile Order & Pay* with Curbside pickup.

What is the number 1 pie in America? ›

Apple pie is arguably one of the most popular pie flavors. A symbol of America, the apple pie was actually invented by the British. Apple pie is simply made with sliced apples on double-crusted pastry dough.

What is the most famous pie in the world? ›

Apple Pie. What it is: Somehow both quintessentially English and American, this may be the most famous pie of all. In Britain it goes back to the 1300s, and the earliest recipe includes figs and raisins. Modern recipes tend to consist of apples, sugar, butter and cinnamon encased in shortcrust pastry.

What pie is eaten 50 million times a year? ›

Just as astonishing, 50 million pumpkin pies are baked every year. More than enough to supply my little gathering for sure. We've come a long way from the first pumpkin pies, which were actually whole pumpkins stuffed with assorted spices and apples.

What is another name for a Christmas pie? ›

The early mince pie was known by several names, including "mutton pie", "shrid pie" and "Christmas pie". Typically, its ingredients were a mixture of minced meat, suet, a range of fruits, and spices, such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Which pie sells the most? ›

The clear winner for the United States as a whole was (not surprisingly) apple pie with more than 27% of sales going to the traditional flavor.

What kind of pie did the pilgrims probably eat at the first Thanksgiving? ›

No flour, no sugar—that's right, there was nary a pie. No apple, no pecan, no pumpkin at the first Thanksgiving table. Well, pumpkins were probably present, just most likely stewed with vinegar and currants.

How to make pies ahead of time for Thanksgiving? ›

Prep and freeze pie dough and/or fruit pies.

You don't want to bake them – just prep pies up to the point where you'd pop them into the oven. The day before you want to bake, thaw pies overnight in the fridge. Then bake as usual the next day.

What pie is McDonald's bringing back? ›

McDonald's first introduced the Strawberry & Crème Pie in 2012 and it was available nationally until 2014. The fast food chain brought it back briefly in 2022 but only in the spring or winter and only at select locations, according to AllRecipes.com.

Why did McDonald's stop frying their pies? ›

And then there's the long forgotten fried apple pie at McDonald's, which made the switch to baked in 1992 due to health reasons and has tasted inferior ever since. Unless you're over 40 and/or live in Hawaii (more on that soon), you've probably never tasted a McDonald's fried apple pie.

What flavor pies are coming to McDonald's in 2024? ›

This year, McDonald's is bringing back one beloved, fruit-flavored pie that we can't wait to get our hands on. No, we're not talking about the cherry pie (rest in peace). We're talking about the Strawberry & Créme Pie.

What is the name of Christmas pie? ›

The early mince pie was known by several names, including "mutton pie", "shrid pie" and "Christmas pie". Typically, its ingredients were a mixture of minced meat, suet, a range of fruits, and spices, such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

What is the baked Holiday Pie? ›

What is McDonald's Holiday Pie? McDonald's Holiday Pie is a pastry filled with a “creamy smooth, vanilla custard,” according to its website. It's then topped with a sugary glaze and rainbow sprinkles.

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