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70 Best Pie Recipes for Any Celebration, Any Time of Year

Your guide to the classics and beyond.

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When you want something sweet, it just feels so special to have a slice of homemade pie (especially when there's a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream involved). And though pies are synonymous with the decadence of holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, some of the best pie recipes are good other times of the year. Think: fruit pies or ice cream pies in the peak of summer, for example.

No matter what day it is or what you're craving, use this as your go-to guide to the best pie recipes that you can come back to for any celebration. First, you'll need Ree Drummond's perfect pie crust recipe, a press-in crust, an all-butter pie crust, or a graham cracker crust. Or just pick up a store-bought one. There's nothing wrong with a shortcut and it'll save you a ton of time in making decorative pie crust designs! Then, pick from one of the many pie recipes ahead including classics like apple and pumpkin and cream pies to enjoy all year round.

Looking to get creative with your pies? Try Ree's scrumptious root beer float pie or a cinnamon roll apple pie for a sweet dessert mashup. Then review the handy dandy guide on to how to crimp pie crust so it's perfect every time. Now, the only thing left to do is get out your favorite pie pan and get baking!

1

Lemon Chess Pie

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C.W. Newell

Fans of old-fashioned lemon bars will love a slice (or two!) of this pie. The filling is smooth and packs a big, puckery citrus punch. All it needs is a dusting of powdered sugar to finish.

Get the Lemon Chess Pie recipe.

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2

No-Bake Triple Chocolate Sundae Pie

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David Malosh

No-bake pies for the win! This one starts with a chocolate cereal crust that gets filled with ice cream and then topped with a layer of shiny fudge. Top with whipped cream and cherries.

Get Ree's No-Bake Triple Chocolate Sundae Pie recipe.

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3

Root Beer Float Pie

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Gordon Sawyer

This pie has the best things in life. Start with a graham cracker crust, then make a filling of whipped cream, vanilla pudding mix, and good, ol' fashioned root beer.

Get Ree's Root Beer Float Pie recipe.

4

Pear Pie

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C.W. Newell

When fall and winter hit, apple seem to get all the attention. But don't miss out on the sweetness of pears! This tastes like the best of both worlds―pie and fruit crumble―at the same time.

Get the Pear Pie recipe.

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5

4th of July Pie

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Gordon Sawyer

Talk about a slice of Americana! The red stripes are made from a mixture of raspberries and plums, and the blue filling where the stars are placed is a blueberry-lemon combo.

Get Ree's 4th of July Pie recipe.

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6

Possum Pie

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C.W. Newell

If you've never had this beloved Arkansas dessert, you're in for a treat (literally!). On top of a pecan crust, you'll find a smooth cream cheese layer and silky chocolate pudding, all underneath whipped cream.

Get the Possum Pie recipe.

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7

Pink Lemonade Pie

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David Malosh

For anyone who craves a frosty glass of lemonade on a hot summer day, you're going to love this pie. It has the same refreshing zesty flavor, and best of all, there’s no oven involved.

Get Ree's Pink Lemonade Pie recipe.

8

No-Bake Eggnog Pie

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C.W. Newell

You can also save the oven space and make a no-bake pie come Christmastime. It's light, cold, creamy and exactly the dessert you'll want to eat after a giant Christmas dinner.

Get Ree's No-Bake Eggnog Pie recipe.

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9

Turtle Pie

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C.W. Newell

Rich turtle candies are the inspiration for this decadent dessert. It's packed with chocolate, caramel, and pecans just like the confection!

Get Ree's Turtle Pie recipe.

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10

Pineapple Pie

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Stacy Allen

Picture a rich, custardy filling similar to chess pie, but with crushed pineapple, a hint of lime, and a whipped cream and maraschino cherry topping. It's sweet, tangy, and just the right amount of retro!

Get Ree's Pineapple Pie recipe.

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11

Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie

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C.W. Newell

Here's a fun way to combine two popular desserts. The classic apple pie gets a twist with rolled out canned cinnamon rolls as the crust. It even has the cream cheese icing!

Get the Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie recipe.

12

Shoofly Pie

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C.W. Newell

If you've never heard of this classic Pennsylvania Dutch pie, get ready for some old-fashioned charm! It has a sweet molasses filling and a cinnamon-spiked crumble on top that begs for ice cream.

Get the Shoofly Pie recipe.

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13

Butterscotch Pie

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C.W. Newell

Anyone who's a fan of butterscotch pudding will love this sweet, caramelly pie. It's topped with a big ol' pile of toasted meringue to really make it stand out, too.

Get the Butterscotch Pie recipe.

14

S'mores Pie

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C.W. Newell

You don't need a campfire to make this fun twist on s'mores. The traditional ingredients―toasted marshmallow, chocolate, and graham cracker―all shine through in this beautiful pie.

Get the S'mores Pie recipe.

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15

Pumpkin Slab Pie

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David Malosh

Looking to make pie for a crowd? Try a slab pie that's made in a sheet pan! The pumpkin and warm spices are perfect for a big Thanksgiving meal.

Get Ree's Pumpkin Slab Pie recipe.

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16

Cranberry Apple Crumb Pie

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David Malosh

This pie recipe combines two fall favorites: tangy cranberries and sweet apples. The cinnamon-oat crumble really takes it over the top for the holiday season.

Get Ree's Cranberry Apple Crumb Pie recipe.

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17

Mock Apple Pie

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C.W. Newell

It might look like a classic apple pie, but this dessert is actually made with zucchini! Don't worry, your family will never know they're digging into a pie full of veggies.

Get the Mock Apple Pie recipe.

18

Brownie Sundae Ice Cream Pie

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,Mike Garten

Sometimes you have a scoop of ice cream on your pie and sometimes the pie itself is the ice cream! This recipe has a brownie crust, vanilla-chocolate ice cream filling, and your favorite sundae toppings.

Get Ree's Brownie Sundae Ice Cream Pie recipe.

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19

Tropical Fruit Galette

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Caitlin Bensel

Add a pop of bright color and flavor to your dessert spread with this tropical fruit galette. A free-form pie is so much easier to make if you're worried about crimping.

Get the Tropical Fruit Galette recipe.

20

Blackberry Pie

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C.W. Newell

Berry pies are always delicious, especially when the fruit is in season. This one is made with fresh, juicy blackberries and a hint of lemon zest for a pop of bright flavor.

Get the Blackberry Pie recipe.

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