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The holiday season is the perfect time to indulge in the comforting, nostalgic flavors of homemade, delicious holiday pies. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, pies are a quintessential part of any festive gathering. They bring warmth and sweetness to your celebrations.
We’ll take you through everything you need to know to create show-stopping desserts that will impress your family and friends. From classic favorites to creative twists on traditional recipes, we’ve got a pie for every taste and occasion.
The Fundamentals: Pie Crust Recipes
Pie crust is the foundation of any delicious holiday pie. And there are so many delicious options to explore, each bringing its own unique flavor and texture to the table. If you’re a fan of the classic crust or looking for something quick and simple, we gotcha.
Classic 2-Pie Crust — After years of struggle, I finally perfected the Classic 2-Pie Crust Recipe. I picked up a few tricks along the way, and I’m sharing them with you in this post! 🥧
Graham Cracker Pie Crust — This perfect, buttery Graham Cracker Pie Crust is so simple. It’s a must-have at your Thanksgiving pie table.
No Rolling Press-in-the-Pan Pie Crust — For those who are like me: challenged when it comes to making a homemade pie curst. This couldn’t be easier! No rolling pin involved.
Easiest All Butter Pie Crust — Follow these super easy instructions for a butter, flaky, delicious homemade pie crust. 🧈
Marie Callendars Pie Crust — This golden brown, flaky delight has become the standard for what a good crust should be. For a hearty chicken pot pie or a sweet fruit pie, Marie Callenders pie crust recipe never disappoints.
Buttermilk Pastry Pie Crust — I like that it’s a little softer to work with. I’ve found that it cracks less when I’m rolling it out. And I like that I can skip the rolling and just use my hands to press it into the pie dish
Delicious Pecan Pie Recipes: From Classic to Creative Twists
Pecan pie is a beloved classic that embodies the rich, nutty flavors of the South. These pecan pie recipes range from traditional to creative twists that bump up the volume on delicious holiday pies. Whether you prefer the timeless version or added ingredients like chocolate, bourbon, or maple, we’ve got a recipe to satisfy. Get ready to explore these decadent, crowd-pleasing pies that are sure to become favorites in your home.
Pecan Pie — This is a simple, classic pecan pie. It’s golden, gooey, and delicious in the center with a crispy, crunchy pecan top.
Texas Pecan Pie — Now, let’s talk about this classic recipe. While it is often served at Thanksgiving dinner, it is a favorite any time, and for good reason.
Southern Pecan Pie — Then there’s this. Southern Pecan Pie has a boiled filling which makes it extra thick with a caramel-like texture and flavor.
Mini Pecan Pies — Adorable little Pecan Pies made easy with Pillsbury Pie Crust. People love having their own individual pecan pie for those holiday dinners!
Double Decker Pecan Brie Pie — One pie crust, a layer of brie cheese, another pie crust, and a layer of pecan pie filling. That’s what’s in this whopper of a pie! Two full layers of pie means double the delicious!!
Perfect Pumpkin Pies: Classic and Delicious Holiday Pies
You can’t talk about delicious holiday pies with the pumpkin! Pumpkin pie is a quintessential fall dessert, offering the warm, spiced flavors we all crave as the weather cools. In this section, we explore everything from the classic pumpkin pie, with its creamy filling and flaky crust, to innovative variations that bring new life to this beloved treat.
Pumpkin Pie — First, if you want a very traditional and classic recipe. this is it. While there aren’t any crazy twists or anything, it’s a good, solid recipe worth hanging on to when you’re going for a delicious holiday pie.
Pumpkin Cream Pie — Pumpkin Cream Pie is a delicious twist on a classic chocolate cream pie. While it’s lighter and creamier than a classic pumpkin pie, it is packed with all the traditional pumpkin flavor.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie — Now, we’ll get creative. Pumpkin cookie pie is made with soft, cake-like chocolate chip cookies that absorb the chess pie filling. Delicious!
New York Times Pumpkin Pie with Oreo Crust — Pumpkin and Oreo are one of my top favorite flavor combos, and this pie perfectly combines the classic taste with something a little extra!
Cheesecake Caramel Pumpkin Cups — Pumpkin Cookie Cup filled with caramel sauce and cheesecake buttercream. Perfect for fall and absolutely delicious!
Mini Chocolate Chip Pumpkin PIes — These Mini Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Pies are so yummy, even though I have a love/not-so-much relationship with pumpkin pie.
The Holiday Fruit Pies
The holiday season is the perfect time to indulge in the delightful flavors of fruit pies. Whether you’re a fan of the classic apple pie, the rich and tangy blackberry pie, or the charming mini fruit tarts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Dive into our collection of favorite holiday fruit pie to share with your loved ones. Happy baking!
Paula Deen’s Apple Pie — Paula Deen’s Apple Pie is a deliciously classic recipe with a buttery homemade lattice top crust and brown sugar apples.
Honey Apple Pie — This Honey Apple Pie Recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving. All the tools you need to make your apple pie the star of the holiday desserts!
Baked Brie Apple Pie — This Baked Brie Apple Pie is the perfect marriage of a sweet Baked Brie and Cheddar Cheese Apple Pie… but without the cheddar!
Parmesan Cheddar Apple Pie — Sharp cheddar and Parmesan compliment sweet, tart apples and a buttery, flake-y pie crust in the most delicious and heart-warming way.
Blackberry Crumb Pie — I love the gorgeous purple of this Blackberry Crumb Pie! It’s rich, delicious, and oh so beautiful for the fall holiday season!
Cranberry and Brie Mini Pies — Flaky pie crust filled with melty brie, cranberry sauce, and pecans make these Cranberry Brie mini pies a perfect and EASY holiday treat.
Have a look at all of our 🦃 Thanksgiving recipes and 🎄 Christmas recipes. And Happy Holidays to you!!!
