Though we've got those classics here too.
Some people think that the sweet potato casserole, the creamy mashed potatoes and gravy, and the turkey are the real stars of Thanksgiving. Us? Well, we’re all about the dessert, and specifically the PIE. You’ve gotta have the classics (like pecan and pumpkin), of course, but there are so many more options (and variations) out there. Thanksgiving should be personal, not prescribed, so feel free to serve whatever you like. Check out our 55 Thanksgiving pies for ideas—you just might find a new holiday favorite among them.
Since these are Thanksgiving-specific pies, we’ve gotta mention the quintessential ones—pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie, pecan pie, and apple pie. They’re classics for a reason, and we really think our recipes for them are the best. If you’re sick of the same-old or just want to shake things up, try one of our twists on them instead. Add caramel to your apple or pumpkin pie; combine two of them together into something entirely new, like in our pumpkin pecan pie or our ; or make them in a novel way, like our sheet pan pumpkin pie or our apple hand pies. These are sure to please even the most die-hard fans of the classics while still feeling innovative.
Love pie but not a fan of the typical Thanksgiving faves? It’s your day, so make whatever you crave! Chocolate lovers should try our chocolate pudding pie, our Mississippi mud pie, or our Mexican hot chocolate pie (it’s got a nice spicy kick). Fruit fans can try our cranberry pie (it’s the most beautiful hot pink), our pear pie, our lemon meringue pie, or our coconut cream pie. Bonus: These pies will add some much needed color to your Thanksgiving table.
No matter what type of pie you go with, utilize our tips and tricks to guarantee it turns out its best. Check out our best pie crust, gluten-free pie crust, and graham cracker crust recipes, then watch our guides on how to crimp the edges of and blind bake them. Once you’ve got that down, don’t forget the homemade whipped cream. It’ll take your bakes from good to GREAT.
Want more Thanksgiving ideas? Check out our favorite Thanksgiving appetizers, side dishes, and co*cktails too.
1
Cranberry Apple Pie
Just like sweet potato casserole and mashed potatoes, apple pie is a Thanksgiving staple. Why not push it further into the holidays by adding tart fresh cranberries into the mix?
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Mini Pumpkin Pies
A classic pumpkin pie is standard at Thanksgiving dinner, but what to do when there are more diners than slices? Or, what if you're more of a crust-lover than filling? These little pies are for you.
Get the Mini Pumpkin Pies recipe.
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No-Bake Banana Caramel Pecan Pie
When it comes to old-school Thanksgiving desserts, banana cream pie and pecan pie are always at the top of the list. If you’re torn between which dessert should be the centerpiece of your holiday table, why not combine them!? Best part about this pie? It’s completely no-bake, so you won’t be fighting for the oven space.
Get the No-Bake Banana Caramel Pecan Pie recipe.
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Pecan Pie
Nothing screams Thanksgiving more than a classic pecan pie. The craggy, crunchy top gives way to that delicious, rich interior FULL to the brim of nuts. We provide instructions for a flaky, buttery pie crust, but this pie tastes nearly as good with frozen pie crust, just make sure to thaw it before baking!
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Apple Pie
Every fall, we turn to this recipe because we think it's, well, pretty perfect. We like to fill our homemade flaky, buttery, lattice crust with a combination of apples for an irresistibly sweet-tart filling. We're being 100% serious when we say this is the BEST apple pie recipe out there.
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Chocolate Pie
Though most chocolate pies use an Oreo crust, we went for a buttery, chocolate-y flaky crust instead. Top with some shaved chocolate for a richer than rich chocolate pie everyone will love this Thanksgiving.
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Sweet Potato Pie
This recipe is an amazing way top off a Thanksgiving dinner or a nice treat after a long week in October. We included a recipe for the pie crust, but to make it even easier, feel free to use store-bought!
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Cranberry Pie
The filling of this pie tastes like a combination of coconut panna cotta, cranberry curd, and, mysteriously, raspberry sorbet. (Try it and let us know if we're crazy for that last one.) The crust, made of crushed Biscoff, is the perfect foil for the sweet-tart filling. Plus, it tastes like cookie butter.
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Million Dollar Pie
This retro pie is everything you want in the millionaire experience—crunchy, sweet, mile-high, and make-ahead. It’s prepared by pressing a graham cracker crust into a pie plate and piling it high with a rich whipped topping base filled with pecans, coconut, and crushed pineapple.
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Pumpkin Pie
Every Thanksgiving dessert table needs pumpkin pie. It's basically the law. We've got tons of tips and tricks for how to bake your best one ever. First up, make your own pumpkin spice blend.
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Chocolate Fluffernutter Pie
Run out of oven space this Thanksgiving? Add this no-bake pie to your holiday routine ASAP. You just might find yourself adding marshmallow whipped cream to... everything.
Get the Chocolate Fluffernutter Pie recipe.
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Mini Piecakens
Inspired by pastry chef Zac Young’s viral three-layer piecaken, these fun-sized versions feature a tiny cranberry pie baked inside a spiced pumpkin cupcake, crowned with a generous dollop of whipped cream, more cranberry pie filling, and a tiny round of sugary pie crust.
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Shoofly Pie
What exactly IS a Shoofly Pie? Well, it's a lot of things. Somewhere between cake, pie, crumble, and gingerbread, it's got a little something to please everyone, perfect for Thanksgiving dessert. Molasses lovers, this one's for you!
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Mini Apple Pies
These mini apple pies are a fun, personalized twist on the classic. No need for slicing and serving, because everyone gets their own perfectly portioned pie all to themselves. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you’ve got a dessert that couldn't be cuter.
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Peanut Butter Banana Pie
This is a nostalgic-feeling pie that’s rich and creamy and easy to make. It feels like the peanut butter and banana sandwich you’d make after school, but so much better. The filling is no-bake, too, making this almost too easy to make (and eat).
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How To Make A Thanksgiving Pie Board
After everyone has finished their turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy, they'll be fully ready for something sweet. Bake a few different kids of cutely decorated pies, serve them up with whipped cream and caramel, and fill out the presentation with apple slices and grapes.
Get the How To Make A Thanksgiving Pie Board recipe.
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Pecan Pie Bites
Skip the hassle of making a pie crust, and use refrigerated crescent dough to make these adorable bite-sized treats. These bites also come together in just around an hour and are so simple to whip together with very little forethought, making your hectic Thanksgiving day that much easier.
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Crustless Pumpkin Pie
For those that can't have gluten or think the pie crust is just a vessel to get the best part of the pie, this pumpkin pie is for you. Made without the crust, this pie takes less than half the time and WAY less effort.
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Crustless Apple Pies
You need to try this hasselback trick with apples ASAP. It tastes like a cross between a homemade apple pie and a warm apple crumble. The best part: You don't need to deal with rolling out and chilling pie dough. 😍
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Pumpkin Pie Turkeys
Looking to get a little crafty with your Thanksgiving dessert this year? These pumpkin pie turkeys are just the thing. Easy to make and extremely adorable, everyone will love them! Plus, you'll get to snack on the scraps before your guests arrive.
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