A traditional Thanksgiving dinner is incomplete without a slice of pie, even when this year’s holiday celebrations are looking a bit different than usual owing to the pandemic. After you have devoured the mainstream turkey recipes and helped yourself with several servings of all the Thanksgiving side dishes, there is nothing better than a delectable pie to end such a luxurious meal.
Thanksgiving desserts don’t have to be a cause of stress. Moreover, most of these holiday pies can be prepared ahead of time. From classic pumpkin pie to a chocolate pecan pie (and so many others), there is a gorgeous array of Thanksgiving pie recipes for Turkey Day. Whatever your preference, we have listed 40 of the most loved and sought-after Thanksgiving pie recipes for a perfect holiday dessert.
Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pies
Pumpkin is an absolute favorite fall ingredient. Whether it is good old pumpkin pie, a modern twist, or pumpkin pecan pie, we have recipes for all.
Classic Pumpkin Pie
It is a pie infused with nostalgia, a dreamy combination of fall ingredients, and topped with a dollop of whipped cream. Classic pumpkin pie is simply pumpkin custard, sweetened and lightly spiced, baked until creamy in a crisp pie crust. It is the most anticipated dessert for the holiday. Follow the recipe at The Kitchn.
Pumpkin Meringue Pie
This pie is all about the meringue and the pumpkin filling. While most pumpkin pie recipes use evaporated milk, this pie uses cream. You’ll have to be a baking expert to make this pie perfectly. Find the full recipe at Dinner at The Zoo.
Turkey Crust Pumpkin Pie
Easy to make and appealing to the taste palette, you will have to be a bit more patient while making this adorable-looking pie for Turkey Day. So whip up your magic and amaze your family and friends with this dessert. Check out the full recipe at Kudos Kitchen by Renée. Gobble Gobble!
Pumpkin Pie With Oat-Pecan Crust
The goodness of pecans blended seamlessly with the flavor of pumpkin is what you need to spread love and gratefulness this Thanksgiving. Prepare the pie crust with baked and toasted pecans and oats, bake the pie with patience, and top it with candied pecans. Get the complete recipe at Country Living.
Pumpkin Pie With Pastry Oak Leaves
Pretty much a simple and easy pumpkin pie with fall-themed decorations around it. You’ll need basic pie ingredients and a cookie cutter to cut out pastry oak leaves and some cranberries for finishing touches. Follow the full recipe at Country Living.
Brûléed Bourbon-Maple Pumpkin Pie
This chocolatey and pumpkin-flavored pie is innovative and delicious. It can also be prepared ahead of time (just remember that you need to brûlée it right before serving). Check out the recipe at Bon Appétit.
Thanksgiving Apple Pies
Apple pies are undoubtedly delectable and a must for the holiday feast. The healthy goodness of apples and the flavors of sugary delights will make you drool over this savory dessert. Here are a few amazing apple pie recipes you can follow this Thanksgiving.
Cheddar Apple Pie
Just look at the result, doesn’t it look absolutely delicious? The crisp, brown crust filled with soft, sweet diced apples and cinnamon is not only good-looking but tasty as well. You are at liberty to create a lettuce design of your liking to top the pie with. Full recipe at Country Living.
Salted Caramel Apple Pie
This salted caramel apple pie is infused with juicy apple slices and salted caramel sauce. It doesn’t take much of your time, and the pie is worth the baking process. Best baked in all-butter pie crust, it is an ideal Thanksgiving dessert. Find the complete recipe at Baker by Nature.
American Apple Pie
With a medium difficulty level, this American apple pie takes about 40 minutes to prepare and an hour to bake. All you need is basic apple pie ingredients and a knack for baking, and you’re all set. Get the recipe at Kitchen Stories.
Double-Crust Apple Cheddar Pie
Every apple pie recipe has almost the same ingredients, except for those that use cheese and eggs. This double-crust apple cheddar pie has apples (obviously!), brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, nutmeg, cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Follow the steps and you’ll have yourself a delicious treat. Full recipe at Country Living.
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Apple Pie with Cheddar Thyme Crust
Getting the pie crust right can be a bit tricky, though if you are a skilled baker, making a good pie crust shouldn’t be much of a problem. This apple pie with cheddar thyme crust is likely to outdo your Thanksgiving dinner. Be sure to try this cheesy recipe. The full recipe is at Baked Bree.
Classic Dutch Apple Pie
The Dutch apple pie favors the streusel topping, giving the pie a crispy, crumbly, and delicious twist. This recipe features a homemade butter crust, filled with spiced apples and topped with cinnamon streusel. Get the complete recipe at The Kitchn.
Classic Apple Pie Recipe With Homemade Puff Pastry
This recipe brings the warm fall flavors into every bite and makes it a perfect holiday dessert. The sweet and tangy flavor of fresh Granny Smith apples, paired with warm spices and snuggled between flaky, buttery pie crusts, will become your favorite Thanksgiving dessert and beyond. Full recipe at Homecrux.
Thanksgiving Pecan Pies
Over the years, pecan pies have gained popularity and a special place in holiday feasts. You can never go wrong with the pecan pie, but the food is all about experiments and innovations. So let’s try out these pecan pie recipes with tasty twists.
Traditional Pecan Pie
This traditional pie does not contain alcohol, chocolate, or any hard-to-find ingredients. Pecan pie has the deep flavor of toasted pecans, a caramel-y custard, and the softest of the crusts ever. Full recipe at Bon Appétit.
Maple Granola Pecan Pie
Give a modern twist to this classic dessert with oats and maple syrup. With a little over two hours for preparation and baking, this pie will provide you with the necessary nutrients, along with an unforgettable taste. Complete recipe for Maple Granola Pecan Pie at Country Living.
Chocolate Pecan Pie With Graham Cracker Crust
This chocolate pecan pie blends the pecan pie recipe with the wonderful flavors of German chocolate. It is made in a homemade graham cracker crust and is a perfect Thanksgiving dessert to complete your holiday feast. Follow the full recipe at A Latte Food.
Bourbon-Pecan Pie
This pie has the flavors of dark caramel, toasted nuts, and a little bit of bourbon. Bourbon-pecan pie can be paired with a range of less-refined sweeteners, from honey to cane syrup. Give this recipe a try and impress your family. Get the recipe at Food and Wine.
Brown Sugar Pecan Pie
This pie takes about one hour and 15 minutes for prepping and baking. With a dozen ingredients and a knack for baking, you can prepare this delicious dessert for Thanksgiving this year. Get the recipe at Good Housekeeping.
Brandy Pecan Pie
For a perfect holiday pie, one must be familiar with baking skills. The use of ingredients on a scale and the addition of booze to balance the sweet taste (so that you could savor other flavors as well) are all required for this brandy pecan pie. Get the recipe at The Kitchn.
Thanksgiving Pear Pies
When you have plenty of fruit and no time to eat it before it goes bad, there is an ideal and tasty solution waiting for you – bake a pie! Pears are nutrient-rich and delicious, and it makes perfect sense to use them in a pie, especially for a holiday dessert.
Caramel Pear Pie
Pears would usually fade off to the back, while the mainstream Thanksgiving pies (pumpkin, apple, or pecan) would steal the show. Not anymore. With a great silky texture of pears that contrasts the crisp and flaky pie crust, this caramel pear pie shows that pear pies are just as delicious (maybe even more) than other pies. Full recipe at Sally’s Baking Addiction.
Pear Pie with Red Wine and Rosemary
Giving a modern twist to traditional pie recipes has become a trend and a good one at that. Take this pear pie with red wine and rosemary, for instance, with a combination of butter (which gives a rich flavor and flakiest crust), rosemary, and red wine. Get the recipe at Bon Appétit.
Pear and Berry Crumb Pie
Filled with juicy fruits and topped with berry crumbs, this pear pie recipe is an absolute favorite for Thanksgiving dessert. Spicy flavors of cinnamon and cloves make this savory treat even more delicious. Follow the full recipe at Good Housekeeping.
Pear Blackberry Pie
Switch apples for pears as the main filling ingredient for this Thanksgiving. Add blackberries to top it up with rich color and flavor. Once you try this recipe, you are likely to forget about any other pie recipes for holiday desserts. Get the recipe at Good Housekeeping.
Thanksgiving Berry Pies
Different kinds of berries have bestowed us with distinctive, tangy, and sweet flavors, and we couldn’t be more thankful. So why not try them as a Thanksgiving dessert? Here are a few of the best berry pie recipes that are perfect for Turkey Day.
Blueberry-Buttermilk Chess Pie
With the lovely taste and color of blueberries and the softness of buttermilk, this blueberry-buttermilk chess pie is not only aesthetically appealing but tasty as well. Give this delectable pie recipe a try this Thanksgiving. Find the recipe at Bon Appétit.
Cranberry Gingersnap Pie
This easy cranberry pie recipe has a spicy gingersnap crumb crust and silky cranberry curd filling that wakes up your taste palette. It has vibrant flavors and colors that are sure to become everyone’s favorite Thanksgiving treat. The full recipe is at The View from Great Island.
Strawberry-Pistachio Crumble Pie
Infused with juicy fruits and topped with pistachio crumbles, this strawberry pie is sure to steal the show this Thanksgiving. The tangy flavor of strawberries is seamlessly balanced with the dried and finally diced nuts. Follow the full recipe at Bon Appétit.
Cranberry-Pear Pie
This pie is loaded with pears, tart cranberries, sugar, and spices. The tart cranberries balance the sweetness of the pears and give them a beautiful color. You can experiment with the lettuce design to give a more aesthetic appeal. Get the complete recipe at Baker by Nature.
Blueberry Pie
This beautifully baked pie is for all the blueberry lovers out there. Fresh blueberries filled in the flakiest of the crusts are a must for Thanksgiving dessert. Try this blueberry pie recipe to show your love of festivities and feasts. The full recipe is on Bon Appétit.
Cranberry Pie
This cranberry pie is the perfect fall dessert with a flaky homemade pie crust and sweet-tangy cranberry filling. You can top it with vanilla ice cream and serve it at your Thanksgiving feast. Get the recipe at Preppy Kitchen.
Sweet Potato Thanksgiving Pies
Sweet potato pies have earned a special place when it comes to Thanksgiving pie recipes. With sweetness in the name, the ingredient is ideal to try in new recipes for a holiday dessert.
Sweet Potato Meringue Pie
Though it might look like a pumpkin pie, the main filling ingredient is sweet potato. Follow the recipe and ingredient amounts to the scale, and you’ll have a savory treat that you will make every year for Thanksgiving. The complete recipe is at Food and Wine.
Sweet Potato Pie With Walnut Topping
As sweet potato pie is one of the best Thanksgiving dessert recipes, it is only natural to have this classic dessert on your Thanksgiving dinner table. Try this sweet potato pie recipe that is simple, delicious, and has a walnut topping. The full recipe is at The Cookie Rookie.
Ancho Chile Sweet Potato Pie
A perfect amalgamation of food and culture, this ancho chile sweet potato pie is mouthwatering. With about an hour and a half required from preparing and baking it, this pie will make a good addition to your Thanksgiving dinner table. Full recipe at The Kitchn.
Sweet Potato Pie
This simple and easy recipe is for those who don’t have much time to spend on dessert preparation and are not a fan of pumpkin pies. It is lighter, yet creamier than its counterparts. Give it a try this Thanksgiving. Get the recipe at The Kitchn.
Sweet Potato Honey Beer Pie
Sweet potato pie recipes are dime a dozen, but this sweet potato honey beer pie beats all with its complex flavors infused with dark beer, honey, and loads of spices like turmeric, ginger, and cardamom. Find the recipe at Food & Wine.
Thanksgiving Chocolate Pies
Easy to make, chocolate pies are delicious and can be made by almost anyone. These are incredibly creamy and sweet, and when blended with untraditional ingredients, they can really surprise you. Check out these chocolate pie recipes for Thanksgiving.
Creamy Chocolate Pie
This chocolate pie recipe comprises rich, silky, and smooth chocolate filling in a flaky butter crust (Yum!), which is topped with dollops of whipped cream and shaved chocolate. This classic recipe is ideal for your Thanksgiving dessert. Get the complete recipe at Preppy Kitchen.
Chocolate Pudding Pie
A stunning chocolate pudding pie covered in plenty of whipped cream is among my favorite desserts of all time. Try this recipe for this Turkey Day and impress your loved ones. Follow the recipe at Bon Appétit.
No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie
This pie looks incredibly delicious, with its four distinct layers of buttery crushed graham crackers forming the bottom layer, a thick layer of creamy chocolate pudding, a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkled with chocolate chips. Yummy! The recipe is at The Kitchn.
No-Bake German Chocolate Pie
This no-bake chocolate pie recipe features a chocolate cookie crust, decadent chocolate filling, and coconut pecan topping. This recipe makes a perfect pick for your Thanksgiving dessert. Get the recipe at Baker by Nature.
Granola Chocolate Pie
The granola chocolate pie is an easy one. It pairs granola and chocolate with different combinations of nuts, grains, and dried fruit to bring a rich, complex flavor. Find the recipe at Food & Wine.
Modern Thanksgiving Desserts
Who says you have to stick to the traditional Thanksgiving pie recipes year after year? If you want something exciting, you can try the modern flavors. Check out these dessert recipes.
Butterscotch Banana Cream Pie
This butterscotch banana cream pie is so filling that you’d want to make it every week. It pairs ripe bananas with a slightly boozy filling, if you are using rum. I recommend you do that if you are only serving adults. Find the recipe at NYT Cooking.
Cardamom Crème Brulee Pie
Whip up this cardamom crème brulee pie this Thanksgiving and taste heaven with creamy custard filling and perfectly torched crisp crust. Get the recipe at The Kitchn.
Thanksgiving Citrus Pies
Bright, refreshing, and unexpectedly festive, citrus pies bring a pop of color and flavor to your Thanksgiving table. If you’re looking for something that cuts through the rich holiday spread, these zesty delights are perfect.
Grapefruit Custard Pie
This pie has a silky citrus custard that balances the mild bitterness of grapefruit with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s beautifully bright, lightly tangy, and an elegant treat to end a heavy Thanksgiving meal. Find the recipe at Bojon Gourmet.
Orange Ricotta Pie
A gentle blend of creamy ricotta and sweet orange zest gives this pie its light, airy texture. It’s comforting without being too heavy, making it ideal for guests who prefer refreshing desserts. Get the full recipe at Britney Breaks Bread.
Thanksgiving Caramel and Toffee Pies
A category that leans into warm, indulgent flavors, caramel-based pies feel luxurious and festive. They fit seamlessly into a traditional Thanksgiving dessert spread.
Salted Honey Caramel Pie
This pie combines smooth caramel with the floral sweetness of honey for a melt-in-your-mouth finish. The lightly salted top gives it a pleasant contrast that keeps each bite balanced. Check out the detailed recipe at Life Love and Sugar.
Toffee Almond Cream Pie
Made with a buttery crust and filled with soft almond cream, this pie is finished with crunchy bits of toffee. It’s rich, decadent, and guaranteed to stand out next to the classic Thanksgiving staples. Find the full recipe at Desserts on a Dime.
Thanksgiving Banana Pies
Bananas might not be the first fruit people think of for Thanksgiving, but they add nostalgic sweetness and smooth textures that make for winning pies.
Brown Butter Banana Pie
This pie blends caramelized bananas with nutty brown butter to create a deep, warm flavor profile perfect for fall. It’s simple yet incredibly satisfying, especially when served slightly warm. Go through the detailed recipe at Rouxbe.
Banana Maple Custard Pie
Creamy, cozy, and infused with pure maple syrup, this pie is autumn in a slice. It’s sweet but not overwhelming and offers a comforting alternative to pumpkin or apple. Find out the full recipe at Cookpad.
Thanksgiving Nutty Pies
Beyond pecans, a world of nut-based pies can elevate your dessert table. These pies offer crunchy textures and deep roasted flavors.
Hazelnut Chocolate Swirl Pie
This pie layers toasted hazelnuts with velvety chocolate for a flavor reminiscent of artisanal chocolate spreads. It’s rich and impressive, making it a crowd-pleasing finale for your Thanksgiving dinner. Explore the full recipe at the Kitchn.
Almond Frangipane Pear Pie
A tender frangipane filling sits beneath thin slices of juicy pears, giving the pie a classy French-style twist. It’s subtly sweet, aromatic, and ideal for anyone who loves elegant desserts. Get the full recipe at Desserts with Stephanie.
Thanksgiving Custard and Cream Pies
Because not every holiday dessert needs fruit or nuts, some simply rely on silky textures and warm spices.
Chai-Spiced Cream Pie
A smooth, lightly sweet cream pie infused with chai spices brings cozy flavors to the table. It’s a lovely modern twist that’s familiar enough for traditional guests to enjoy. Read the full recipe at Bake from Scratch.
Thanksgiving Gingerbread Pies
Bringing classic holiday flavors into a pie crust, gingerbread-inspired desserts offer warmth, spice, and beautiful festive aromas—perfect for rounding out a Thanksgiving feast.
Gingerbread Custard Pie
This pie blends the rich creaminess of custard with molasses and cozy gingerbread spices for a nostalgic fall flavor. It’s wonderfully aromatic, lightly sweet, and a delightful bridge between Thanksgiving and the upcoming winter holidays. Find out the full recipe at Taste.
