Need pie inspiration this Thanksgiving? Here’s a selection of 40+ trusted Thanksgiving pie recipes, each deserving of a coveted spot on your holiday dessert menu. From classics like pumpkin pie and apple pie, to chocolatey favorites like Nutella cream pie and chocolate chess pie, and everything in between, this list has the perfect pie for everyone at your Thanksgiving gathering.
For pie-enthusiasts like myself, Thanksgiving is our Super Bowl. Once the turkey has been carved and the Thanksgiving sides have been served, it’s time for the grand finale—PIE. And lots of it!
With so many pie recipes on my website (and an entire chapter dedicated to them in my New York Times best-selling cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101) it can be hard to choose. My team and I narrowed the list to 40 Thanksgiving Pie Recipes for you to consider this holiday season.
Grab your best pie baking tools and let’s get started!
But First, Pie Crust
Before browsing these Thanksgiving pie recipes, make sure you have a quality pie crust recipe. I have two classic pie crust recipes on my website, both used and trusted by readers around the world.
- Mix of butter & shortening: First is my favorite buttery flaky pie crust recipe which uses a mix of shortening and butter. This careful ratio of ingredients makes for a pliable dough that turns into a supremely buttery, flaky crust.
- All butter: My other go-to recipe is my all butter pie crust. Due to butter’s high water content, this all butter pie crust is lighter textured with more defined flakes. As the crust bakes, the butter’s water converts to steam, creating thousands of deliciously light flakes. It’s also so buttery! This one can also be found in my cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101.
Which pie crust should I choose? Because of the amount of butter in my all butter pie crust, I find that the shortening and butter pie crust is a little easier to work with. Shortening has a higher melting point than butter, so the crust holds its shape wonderfully. Both crusts are fantastic, but if you are looking to make intricate pie crust designs I highly recommend my buttery flaky pie crust.
And finally: I also have recipes for graham cracker crust, Oreo cookie crust, and Biscoff cookie crust for recipes that don’t use traditional pie crust. Think caramel apple cheesecake pie, peanut butter pie, pumpkin cheesecake pie, and more.
Pie Crust Tips & Video Tutorials:
Just like decorating cakes or cookies, you can get as creative as you want with your homemade pies. Whether you’re a beginner or pie-crust pro, I have several helpful tutorials to help bring your pie creations to life:
- How to Crimp & Flute Pie Crust
- How to Lattice Pie Crust
- How to Braid Pie Crust
- How to Par Bake Pie Crust
- Pie Crust Designs Tutorial
To set you up for success, here are all of my suggestions for the best pie baking tools. Now let’s get into all those Thanksgiving pies!
More Thanksgiving Baking Resources
- 30+ Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Breakfast Ideas
- 40+ Thanksgiving Side Dishes
- 30+ Pumpkin Dessert Recipes
- For your Thanksgiving leftovers… Turkey Pot Pie!
40+ Thanksgiving Pie Recipes
The Great Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Bursting with flavor, this pumpkin pie recipe is rich, smooth, and the only version of this classic Thanksgiving dessert that you’ll ever need!
This recipe is also in my cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101.
Mini Pumpkin Pies
A fun, easy, and equally delicious mini version of my famous pumpkin pie recipe.
Easy Pumpkin Pie Bars
Made with a toasty graham cracker and pecan crust, these easy creamy bars are like handheld pumpkin pie.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie
This smooth & creamy pumpkin spiced cheesecake filling pairs perfectly with a sweet Biscoff crumb crust and fresh whipped cream.
Pumpkin Pie in a Jar
These perfectly portioned pumpkin parfaits give all the cozy flavor and creamy texture of traditional pumpkin pie, but without ever turning on your oven.
My Favorite Apple Pie Recipe
Hands down my favorite Thanksgiving pie and all-around dessert!
This recipe is also in my cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101.
Apple Crumble Pie
This deep dish apple crumble pie is absolutely packed with spiced apples and crowned with a double dose of crumble topping.
Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars
Everything we love most about apple pie (including the salted caramel on top!) but in a fraction of the time and effort.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Pie
It’s like apple crisp meets cheesecake with so many layers, textures, and complimenting flavors to love!
Classic Apple Crisp Recipe
This is pure and simple apple crisp featuring warm gooey cinnamon apples and a brown sugar oat topping.
The Best Apple Cobbler I’ve Ever Had
Sweet spiced apples are blanketed with a soft, fluffy topping that comes together in just 1 bowl.
My Favorite Pecan Pie Recipe
My homemade pecan pie is the perfect combination of sweet and salty—after one bite you’ll taste why it’s a favorite.
Mini Pecan Pies
The mini handheld version of my grandmother’s classic pecan pie recipe—they’re almost too cute to eat!
Brown Butter Pecan Pie Bars
Made with brown butter, pure maple syrup, and plenty of toasty pecans, these handheld bars deliver that irresistible flavor and texture of pecan pie without the fuss of baking a full pie.
This recipe is also in my cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101.
Maple Pecan Pie (Without Corn Syrup)
Follow this recipe closely for a pecan pie without corn syrup that still sets up beautifully, thanks to one special ingredient—maple syrup.
Pecan Praline Pumpkin Pie
Why choose between pecan pie and pumpkin pie when you can have… both!
Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie (with Marshmallow Topping)
Adapted from my classic brown sugar sweet potato pie, this boozy version features hints of bourbon and vanilla and tastes extra special with toasted marshmallow meringue on top.
Cranberry Tart
A mostly no-bake recipe, this cranberry tart is ready to light up your holiday table with its sweet-crunchy graham cracker crust, silky-smooth, ruby-red filling, and pillowy homemade whipped cream topping.
Cranberry Pear Crumble Pie
Juicy pears, tart ruby red cranberries, and a buttery brown sugar topping come together in this delicious cranberry pear crumble pie.
Cranberry Crumble Pie Bars
Easy to eat, transport, serve, and freeze, these tart and jammy cranberry pie bars topped with vanilla icing are the best answer for a large crowd.
Apple Cranberry Crumble Pie
Underneath a delicious brown sugar and oat crumble topping, you’ll find layers of sweet spiced apples and juicy tart cranberries atop a perfectly buttery pie crust.
Crumb-Topped Cherry Pie Bars
Featuring a sweet-tart cherry pie filling and a buttery, crumbly brown sugar streusel, there’s so much to love about these crumb-topped cherry pie bars.
Pear Berry Crumble
My pear berry crumble is quick and easy to make, combines tender pears and juicy blackberries, and is absolutely singing with warm spices—and don’t forget a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!
Blueberry Pie Bars Recipe
This is blueberry pie without the hassle of making a homemade pie crust, and the crust and crumble topping are made from the same mixture, so there’s no need to dirty an additional bowl.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Pie
My light and creamy blueberries & cream pie is mostly no-bake and sets up in the refrigerator so it’s perfect to make ahead for your Thanksgiving feast.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
This fresh strawberry cream cheese pie combines a crumbly, buttery graham cracker crust, mousse-like whipped cheesecake filling, and a jammy strawberry topping made without artificial flavor.
Gingered Pear Galette
This gingered pear galette assembles much quicker than a regular pie and combines sweet and juicy cinnamon pears and crystallized ginger with a super flaky, golden brown all-butter pie crust.
Homemade Banana Cream Pie
Creamy and smooth from-scratch custard joins bananas, whipped cream, and a buttery flaky baked pie crust to make one epic make-ahead friendly banana cream pie.
Homemade Coconut Cream Pie
Everyone goes coco-NUTS for this pie with a creamy lush coconut filling, crispy pie crust, mounds of sweet whipped cream, and toasted coconut on top.
Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
With a delicious homemade pie crust, tart and smooth lemon filling, and a fluffy toasted meringue topping, this classic is impossible to resist!
Key Lime Pie Recipe
You only need 4 ingredients for the macadamia nut crust and 3 ingredients for the creamy key lime filling to make the best key lime pie recipe I’ve ever had.
French Silk Pie
Incredibly creamy, indulgent, and simply perfect French silk pie is always a favorite at the Thanksgiving dessert table.
Butterscotch Pie
Velvet-rich and deeply flavored homemade butterscotch pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and a flaky butter pie crust come together to make one incredible butterscotch pie.
Mocha Chocolate Pudding Pie
Creamy, smooth, and rich homemade mocha chocolate pudding is even better when it’s layered between an Oreo cookie crust & mocha whipped cream!
Sky High Chocolate Mousse Pie + Video
Featuring an Oreo crust, smooth chocolate mousse, and fresh whipped cream, each bite of chocolate mousse pie is decadent in all the best ways.
This recipe is also in my cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101.
Chocolate Coconut Almond Tart (GF & Vegan)
This chocolate coconut almond tart is super simple, made with just 7 ingredients, and is a delicious way to add a naturally gluten free and vegan option to your Thanksgiving dessert spread.
Unbelievable Peanut Butter Pie
This rich and indulgent peanut butter pie is a dream dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers everywhere—every bite bursts with this crowd-favorite flavor combo!
Magical Chocolate Chess Pie
A hybrid of chess pie and fudge brownies, this unbelievably rich chocolate pie rises like a soufflé in the oven, then falls as it cools to create a crackly meringue-like topping.
Cookies & Cream Pie (Oreo)
Made from only 6 simple ingredients, this cookies & cream pie is mostly no-bake and sets up in the refrigerator—and it tastes just like the filling of an Oreo.
Nutella Cream Pie
This is a creamy dreamy dessert for anyone who can’t resist a spoonful (or three) of Nutella!
Reader Comments and Reviews
I can’t find the temperature to cook my all butter crust for apple pie
Hi Veronica, see this apple pie post for baking instructions and baking temperatures (steps 4 & 8 have the temperatures).
i Like i very much but i like to see more Recipes becaues of sally i need to see ow to bake what is the brand and how much it cost to by and the like cake or pie or cookies but makeit easy to make i would know i have family that like to bake how can i make apple pie
Hi, I faithfully use your pie crust recipe and it’s beautiful, but I find that when I make apple pies, there is always a gap. I use Courtland apples, I’m not a big fan of granny Smith. What can I do to fix that issue?
Hi Rhona, The most common cause of pie gaps are not venting the top crust. Are you making a solid top? When you use a solid top with no vents, the steam from the cooked apples has no where to go and puffs up the crust. Be sure to cut enough vents in your top crust to allow the steam to escape.
Love your recipes and tips. Would you have a recipe for Pineapple pie? My grandmother made it for Thanksgiving and there is no recipe. I would like to know if you could guide me on how to make a crust that is not flaky.
Hi Karen! I wish we could help more, but we don’t have one. Was it on a pastry crust like our favorite pie crust recipe? Or perhaps on a shortbread crust like this lemon tart recipe? We hope you can find the recipe!
Trina,
The pie was on her pie crust. Thank you for your help.
What type of pie is in the photo above under Chocolate Pies under 42)? Thanks! Love all your recipes!!
Hi Terre, This is the Nutella Tart with Toasted Hazelnut Crust.
I’m making your Apple Slab pie and Pecan Pie and hopefully your Great Pumpkin pie if I have time. I’m very ambitious this year.
What a great collection of pies! Love any kind of dessert as long as its pie!!!
But I am old fashioned farm boy and I make all my pastry with flour and lard…..grandma wasn’t wrong about that one.
My family does not love fruit pie and is a little picky but I want to know what pie might be good for the whole family. I made your chocolate chess pie last year and they loved it. I want to try something different this year. Any ideas?
Hi Harper, if you’re looking to stick with chocolate, try the Fudge Brownie Pie or French Silk Pie. Let us know what you choose and how it is!
I love your recipes! I can’t wait to make the sweet potato pie. I plan to use brown sugar bourbon. (that stuff is great!) use only 2 tablespoons. Will your flaky crust be crisp on the bottom in the sweet potato pie? I don’t like soggy crust.
Hi Betty, the bottom crust cooks through but if you want a crisp crust, I recommend partially blind baking it. You can use these instructions for blind baking pie dough.
Your sweet potato pie is tried and true! My friend , who grew up in the south, told me it had soul in it. That’s a huge compliment coming from him!
A huge compliment!! I love that pie recipe.
So which ones will you be making for your family? I usually do pumpkin slab pie, pecan pie bars, and something chocolate but I want to switch it up this year. Would love to know which you are planning to choose for inspiration!
Hi Janel! Every year I make the classic pumpkin pie and 1 other– either pecan pie or salted caramel apple pie. This year I might do an apple crisp! For chocolate pie, the magical chocolate pie is always a hit.
Hi Sally,
I love collecting and experimenting with recipes. It has been a hobby of mine for many a year. I just had to tell you that I love your site; your pictures, your cooking instructions and great recipes too!!!!!
Now I have to figure out which one to try tonight!!!
Thanks for your great work! You are appreciated!!!
Natalie
This is so comprehensive! Have you ever made a cranberry curd tart recipe? I’d love to try that.
Thanks Anne! I don’t have a cranberry curd tart recipe. Sounds incredible!
Hi Sally!
I have tried several of your recipes since subscribing. And have not once been disappointed. I have several that I get so many compliments on! The next one I’m going to try is The salted caramel apple pie bars. I think they will be the perfect size to have after a large Thanksgiving meal. And they sound so yummy!
I will be making the pies this Thanksgiving. I am not a pie baker and the crust is intimidating to me. I will be making your pumpkin and apple pies. I’ve watched your videos, but I’m a little confused. Should I blind bake the crusts on both pies and do prick them so they don’t shrink. Thanks for the help.
Hi Carol, you only need to blind bake pie crusts when the recipe calls for it. My pumpkin pie does require blind-baking, but that’s worked into the recipe instructions. Follow that recipe for details.
Thank you, Sally!
It’s quite simple and your flaky pie crust will make it all the more special for the holidays! Its 3 cups of halved cranberries (fresh) to 1.5 cups raisins that have been microwaved for a minute with 1to 2 T vanilla and 2 tsp of almond extract. At least 1 cup of sugar to 1.5 c sugar and 3 T flour. The crust is best if your pre-bake the crust for 15 minutes at 425’F. ( Pierce the crust with a fork on the sides to help prevent shrinking.) Then add cranberry mixture and lattice, or traditional top crust. Bake as for your apple pie until it bubbles on a 425′ oven till the crust starts to brown and the filling bubbles.
If the outer edges of the crust start to get too dark a foil or pie edge cover works well. Placing a cookie sheet under is also advised as it may bubble over. Cook for 45 minutes or until the filling bubbles.
Cool on a rack.
The filling should thicken as it cools. My meme made this at Christmas and my mom was lucky enough to have her write this one down. My mom made it every holiday and her daughters have kept this tradition going as well. Enjoy! I found a similar recipe in an old NE cookbook as well.
Hello Sally,
My meme made mock cherry pie with cranberries and raisins and almond extract. It really tastes like a tart cherry pie! I can pass it on if you are interested. I think it might be a NE thing too. Love your recipes~!
Celeste from MA
Hi Celeste, We love hearing about different recipes! Feel free to email it to us at sally@sallysbakingaddiction.com
These all look DELICIOUS! All your recipes that I’ve made so far have been nothing short of amazing, so I’m sure these will be too!
Hi Sally, I am not hosting this year so I am kind of limited to what I can bring. Out of the list I will be making your favorite cranberry sauce, the soft dinner rolls and finally the pecan praline pumpkin pie (I doing the November challenge). To my HUGE regret, I am gluten intolerant and never get to eat your creations but I get a kick out of making them and hearing people say oooohh and aaaaagh!
You have just made my job easier! I have NEVER made anything from your site that hasn’t been absolutely fab! And I bake often! Thanks so much!
Hi! Is there a pie you suggest for a beginner baker?
Hi Preeti! Absolutely- I suggest a slab pie or galette for a beginning baker. Here are 2 of my favorite recipes: pumpkin slab pie and apple galette.
What pie is pictured above in the white dish with ice cream on top and cherries on the table? I can’t find that one>>>
Hi Bobbi– my bourbon cherry crisp.
I love how you show TONS of pictures for every recipe! And you give great tips on how to make every recipe. The pies look great and the only addition I will make to the pumpkin pie will be the addition of a small amount of molasses. It’s a traditional addition to pumpkin pie with my family in New England
Thanks so much!
I’m definitely making your Praline Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving this year. That topping sounds awesome and is calling out to me. Wishing you and your family a happy Thanksgiving!
I’ve already had requests for your chocolate chip cookies so those are going to be made, as well as the new cranberry bars and your pumpkin pie (store bought crust though… still just can’t do it!)
Yum,
I’m 100% sure that I’m going to make the pumpkin pie one that look ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY, DELIGHTFUL.
I’m so excited to me this.
I just want to try every single one of these! I’m going to try your new cranberry crumble pie bars next weekend, then either your sky high chocolate mousse pie or your spice cake for Thanksgiving day! You’re recipes have become an important part of all our family holidays and birthdays 🙂
I can’t wait to try some of these pies!
Wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without Pumpkin and Pecan pies. Those will be on my dessert table.
WOW!! I think you have everyone covered in the pie area. HA!!