These fantastic fall and Thanksgiving pies will give you plenty of inspiration. From classics and beyond, these pies are a selection of trusted recipes you can keep a lifetime!
Fall is full swing and Thanksgiving is coming up! And as everyone knows, Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be complete without the dessert spread. No matter how much you’re still hungry after the meal, there’s always room for something sweet and a table filled with homemade pies.
The pumpkin pie is of course the star of the show, but it tastes even better if you try it with tiny slices of other classic pies, such as the pecan pie or the apple pie.
Success tips for a great pie
- Always go for a homemade pie crust. It takes a little bit of effort to prepare the pie crust from scratch (check my all butter pie crust recipe), but the result is worth the effort and it really elevates any pie. The good news here is that you can make pie crusts in advance and either refrigerate for a few days before making the pie.
- Prepare ahead of time. Making pie from scratch, including the crust, takes time. Spare yourself the hassle of baking in a rush and plan ahead instead, always starting with reading the recipe from A to Z before you start.
- Always let the pie cool off before slicing, or it will most likely collapse when serving. I usually bake it minimum 3 hours before serving and let it cool at room temperature.
- Add your own twist. Easier said than done, but once you master the classics, you can create variants. For instance you can add pecans to your pumpkin pie, creating a pumpkin pecan pie. Or you can add some meringue on top of your pumpkin pie for a sumptuous effect. Apple pie coming up? Add other fruits: pears, blueberries, etc.
Fall and Thanksgiving Pies
Classic Pumpkin Pie
This classic pumpkin pie recipe is the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert. It features a flaky pie crust and a smooth and silky pumpkin filling.
American Apple Pie
The perfect authentic American Apple Pie, with a shimmering and a sweet crunch top. This easy, classic apple pie recipe is always a success!
Best American Pecan Pie
Here’s the BEST pecan pie recipe. This old-fashioned dessert features a sweet, gooey center, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for the holidays!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Candied Pecans
These amazing pumpkin cheesecake bars with candied pecans are delicious, EASY to make and sure to impress at any holiday gathering.
Chai Spiced Dutch Apple Pie
This Chai Spiced Dutch Apple Pie comes with a generous apple filling flavored with chai spices, and a sweet streusel crumb topping.
Chocolate Coffee Meringue Pie
Sumptuous chocolate coffee pie made with a generous glossy ganache and a mile high Italian meringue. The perfect dessert for great occasions.
Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie
The old fashioned sweet potato pie features a smooth and creamy sweet potato filling with warm spices on top of a flaky crust.
Apple Hand Pies
Apple hand pies are like apple pie in individual portions. They feature a sweet apple cinnamon filling inside an irresistible flaky crust.
Spiced Chocolate Pear Cobbler
Spiced Chocolate Pear Cobbler is a beautiful dessert featuring dropped biscuit, spiced seasonal fruits, and dark chocolate.
Maple Pecan Pumpkin Pie (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
Vegan and Gluten-free, this maple pumpkin pie with a pecan crust and a chai coconut whipped cream is sure to be a win at any holiday party.
Apple Crumble Bars
You’ll love these EASY apple crumble bars prepared with shortbread crust. It’s easier and quicker than an apple pie, yet equally delicious!
Chocolate Brownie Meringue Pie with Pretzel Crust
This chocolate brownie meringue pie sits in a crunchy salty bottom crust, a fudgy chocolate brownie layer and an Italian meringue on top.
Blackberry Apple Pie
This beautiful Blackberry Apple Pie is the perfect combination of summer and fall flavors reunited together in a pie.
Blueberry Crumble Bars
Easy blueberry crumble bars are loaded with sweet, juicy blueberries, and a delicious buttery crumble. A go-to summer treat.
Easy Banoffee Pie
This easy banoffee pie is rich, decadent, and loaded with banana flavors. It has everything to fix your sweet tooth!
How To Make A Lattice Pie Crust
Learn how to make a beautiful lattice pie crust over your fruit pies by following my easy step-by-step guide. The weaving technique is easier than it seems!
Lastly, if you try one of several of these fall and Thanksgiving pies, please leave a review on the site, letting me know how you liked it. Happy Thanksgiving!
