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Top Thanksgiving Pies: 15 Classic and Crowd-Pleasing Recipes

Pies are a cherished holiday tradition. Below is a curated selection of the best Thanksgiving pies I’ve found—classic, old-fashioned, and simply outstanding picks for your holiday table.

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Best Thanksgiving Pies

Your Thanksgiving spread isn’t complete without memorable desserts. Pies often steal the show at family gatherings, so pick a few favorites to please every palate.

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Overhead shot of a sweet potato pie with swirls of cream.

Grandma’s Sweet Potato Pie
An old-fashioned sweet potato pie that’s perfectly sweet, tender, and spiced for fall. A comforting classic for holiday dessert tables.

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2
Close up of a slice of white pumpkin pie being taken out of a pie dish.

White Pumpkin Pie
A slightly sweeter take on the pumpkin classic. Soft, tender, and full of warm fall flavor—perfect with whipped cream on top.

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3
close up of an Amish pumpkin pie with a fork having just taken a piece from the front of the pie - a dollop of cream on top

Amish Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Creamy pumpkin filling with cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg. A simple, comforting pumpkin pie that highlights classic autumn spices.

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4
Close up of the top of a country apple pie recipe.

Country Apple Pie
A traditional American apple pie with cinnamon-sugared filling and flaky crust. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert.

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5
A slice of Amish Peanut Butter Pie on a plate with the pie dish behind.

Amish Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
A silky, decadent peanut butter pie with layers of creamy filling and whipped topping—an indulgent favorite for peanut-butter lovers.

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6
a plate with a slice of pecan pie with a ball of ice cream sitting on top

Pecan Pie
A classic Southern pecan pie—rich, sweet, and perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. A holiday table staple.

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7
A slice of coconut pie with some cream squirted on top.

Old Fashioned Coconut Pie
Creamy coconut filling with a nostalgic flavor. Easy to assemble and bake—great for lovers of coconut and simple desserts.

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8
Overhead shot of a pie dish with Raspberry Pie, waiting to be sliced.

Raspberry Pie
A straightforward from-scratch raspberry pie with bright, tart filling—delicious warm and ideal with a scoop of ice cream.

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9
Close up overhead shot of a no bake cherry pie with a graham cracker crust.

No Bake Cherry Pie With Graham Cracker Crust
A no-bake favorite with a graham cracker crust and creamy cheesecake-like filling, topped with sweet cherry pie filling.

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10
Square cropped shot of the inside of a southern lemon pie with some cream and lemon slices on top.

Easy Lemon Pie
A silky smooth lemon pie with minimal ingredients. Bright, tangy, and reliably loved by guests of all ages.

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11
A slice of old fashioned chess pie with a dusting of powdered sugar, cropped square.

Old Fashioned Chess Pie
A custard-style pie with a slightly toasted cornmeal finish—simple, sweet, and steeped in Southern tradition.

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12
A dish with banana cream pie, cropped square.

The BEST Southern Banana Cream Pie Recipe
A creamy banana cream pie with tips to keep the filling stable and perfectly smooth—an essential Southern dessert.

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13
Close up shot of a cracker barrel buttermilk pie recipe with a slice taken out of it.

Cracker Barrel Buttermilk Pie Recipe
A copycat buttermilk pie inspired by a Southern favorite—custardy, tangy, and nostalgic.

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14
A close up of a slice of no bake snickers pie.

No Bake Snickers Pie
A no-bake pie packed with peanut, caramel, and nougat flavors—decadent and crowd-pleasing without fuss.

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15
dish with a southern peach cobbler with pie crust, some missing, cropped square.

Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe With Pie Crust
A Southern classic using pie crust instead of streusel—simple, elegant, and ideal for Thanksgiving when peaches are in season or canned peaches are on hand.

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A slice of chocolate pecan pie being lifted out of the pie dish.

Chocolate Pecan Pie
Rich and fudgy, combining chocolate and pecans for a decadent twist on a classic—perfect for chocolate lovers at the table.

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Hint: For all these recipes you can use my homemade Amish Pie Crust for a buttery, flaky crust. If you prefer store-bought crusts, they work well too.

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Other Great Fall Desserts

  • No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
  • Southern No Bake Banana Pudding Recipe
  • Hot Chocolate Brownie Bites
  • Maple Bacon Fudge
  • S’mores Cupcakes
  • Banana Pudding Brownies

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