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

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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What is the most eaten pie at Christmas? ›

What Is the Most Popular Christmas Pie?
  • Pumpkin Pie. A sweet dessert pie with a spiced pumpkin-based custard filling. ...
  • Apple Pie. A classic pie made with a sweet apple filling, often spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. ...
  • Sweet Potato Pie. ...
  • Pecan Pie. ...
  • Mince Pie. ...
  • Cherry Pie. ...
  • Key Lime Pie. ...
  • Blueberry Pie.

What is McDonald's holiday pie made of? ›

We're talking about McDonald's Holiday Pie, a seasonal fan-favorite made with creamy, smooth custard piped into the flaky, buttery crust of a McDonald's handheld pie, glazed with sugar, and topped with rainbow sprinkles.

How many different pie recipes were in the 1947 modern encyclopedia of cooking? ›

It took some time for sweet pies to catch on, but indeed they did. Time magazine states that a 1796 American cookbook had just three sweet pie recipes, but one written in the 1800s featured eight. In 1947's Modern Encyclopedia of Cooking, 65 sweet pie varieties were listed.

Is McDonald's bringing back the holiday pie? ›

This month, the brand announced that the fan-favorite holiday pie is back on the menu to make all your winter festivities even sweeter. The fun dessert is made of creamy custard wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust. The glaze is drizzled with sugar and features rainbow sprinkles.

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 king of pies? ›

This pie, or pastry is called “La galette des rois”. There are only 3 official french King's pie types, and the frangipane is one of them. Each Galette contains a Trinket (called fève which means fava bean). The trinket used to be a dry bean, and nowadays it is a little ceramic object.

What is McDonald's pie made of? ›

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Ingredients: EITHER: Water, Apple (23%), WHEAT Flour (contains Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Vegetable Oils (Palm Oil, Rapeseed Oil), Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Dextrose, Salt, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg), Flavourings, Cassia Extract.

What is the new McDonald's pie in 2024? ›

For those who favour a hot dessert, discover the Galaxy® Chocolate and Raspberry Pie – a delicious combination of smooth chocolate and sweet fruit. Indulge in this crispy chocolate pastry filled with smooth chocolate ganache and a delightful raspberry compote.

Why did McDonald's stop frying their pies? ›

In 1992, McDonald's switched from frying its apple pies to baking them to quell health concerns. Today, nearly every McDonald's in America serves baked apple pies that are somewhat "healthier" than the beloved fried version. But customers in California and Hawaii can still get the deep-fried version.

Why were pies called coffins? ›

A coffin or coffyn referred to a container made of pastry, a precursor of the modern pie crust, and food was served in the coffin it had been cooked in. The first printed use of the word coffin as a box for a corpse appeared later, in the 16th century. Historians trace pies back to ancient times.

What is the oldest pie in the world? ›

Historians trace the origin of pie to the Egyptians back in 9500 BCE. In Egypt, the first pies were made with ground grains like barley, wheat, or oats combined with water. This “dough” was shaped into an oval and filled with savory ingredients like nuts, honey, and meat.

What pie originated in the United States? ›

Shaker lemon pie is a four-ingredient pie that originated in the Shaker communities of the Midwestern United States. To make this pie, lemon slices and sugar are placed in a bowl for several hours until the lemons are juicy, then eggs are beaten in and the mixture is poured into a pastry-lined pie dish.

Why doesn't McDonald's have cherry pie? ›

The decision to boot the dessert came after McDonald's switched up its apple and cherry pies in 1992. Instead of fried, the restaurant chain opted to bake its desserts instead. While the apple pie still brought in sales success, this was the end of the road for the cherry pie, which was discontinued soon after.

Do McDonald's holiday pies need to be refrigerated? ›

The pies are considered fine to eat if they are cooled to a safe temperature, specifically in a refrigerator, after the time on their stickers. The pies must also be thoroughly reheated. You can reheat one of McDonald's famous pies in an air fryer or an oven without much trouble.

What flavor is a McDonald's holiday pie? ›

What is the McDonald's Holiday Pie? It's like the classic Baked Apple Pie, except instead of apples and cinnamon you'll find vanilla custard tucked inside a flaky, buttery crust. The treat is also glazed with sugar and topped with rainbow sprinkles for a burst of color. When it comes to flavor, think sugar cookies.

What is the most eaten dessert on Christmas? ›

Fruitcake was named by 35.8 percent of respondents as an essential Christmas dessert..

What is the most popular pie holiday? ›

Pumpkin pie is America's favorite holiday pie.

What is the most eaten thing on Christmas? ›

According to a 2020 survey, turkey's the main event for 73% of Americans, with prime rib (69%), roast beef (66%), steak (65%), chicken (64%), roast pork (64%) and ham (62%) also coming in as popular contenders.

What is the most eaten candy at Christmas? ›

According to America's Favorite Christmas Candy by State Report, a comprehensive study by research firm HubScore that delved into a survey of the top 20 favorite Christmas candies, Kit Kat ranked top in 13 states followed by a tie between Skittles and candy canes, both ranked top in six states.

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