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    40+ Thanksgiving Pie Recipes

    Modified: Nov 4, 2026 · Published: Nov 4, 2026 · . Help us out! Review HERE. · Written by: Imsen · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    These Thanksgiving pie recipes cover everything from silky pumpkin custard to gooey pecan filling, so there is truly something for every person at your table.

    I rounded up over 40 recipes organized by style, making it easy to mix and match a few favorites or find that one showstopper you have been searching for all season.

    Jump to:
    • Pumpkin Pies
    • Apple & Fruit Pies
    • Pecan & Nut Pies
    • Sweet Potato & Custard Pies
    • Cream & No-Bake Pies
    • Chocolate Pies

    Pumpkin Pies

    Pumpkin pie is basically the official dessert of Thanksgiving, and this collection shows just how many delicious directions you can take that beloved classic.

    1. Pumpkin Pie1

      Pumpkin Pie

      A classic pumpkin pie done right, with an optional homemade caramel pecan topping that turns a great pie into an unforgettable one. Perfect for any holiday table.

      Make this recipe:

      Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Tastes Better From Scratch

    2. Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie2

      Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie

      This pumpkin pie gets a stunning upgrade from a salted caramel sauce that balances the warm spiced filling beautifully. It is an easy way to make dessert feel extra special.

      Make this recipe:

      Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Two Peas & Their Pod

    3. Pumpkin Crumble Pie3

      Pumpkin Crumble Pie

      A twist on the traditional, this pumpkin pie is crowned with a buttery brown sugar streusel that adds irresistible texture. Even pumpkin pie skeptics tend to love this one.

      Make this recipe:

      Pumpkin Crumble Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Curly Girl Kitchen

    4. The Best Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie4

      The Best Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie

      A boldly spiced, silky smooth pumpkin filling sits inside a sweet and snappy gingersnap cookie crust for a pie that feels both familiar and exciting at the same time.

      Make this recipe:

      The Best Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Fork Knife Swoon

    5. Ultimate Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel Topping5

      Ultimate Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel Topping

      Rich and creamy pumpkin filling topped with a buttery pecan crumble makes this pie a true standout. The streusel adds a satisfying crunch to every bite.

      Make this recipe:

      Ultimate Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel Topping >

      Photo and recipe: Southern Bite

    6. Chocolate Pumpkin Pie6

      Chocolate Pumpkin Pie

      Two beloved flavors come together in this creamy, festive pie that blends classic pumpkin with rich chocolate. It is a cozy and crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving treat.

      Make this recipe:

      Chocolate Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: A Table Full Of Joy

    7. Maple Pumpkin Pie7

      Maple Pumpkin Pie

      A touch of maple flavor deepens the warm, sweet notes of this pumpkin pie in the best possible way. Such a small addition makes a surprisingly big impact.

      Make this recipe:

      Maple Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Cooking With Carlee

    8. Crustless Pumpkin Pie8

      Crustless Pumpkin Pie

      With just 15 minutes of prep and 35 minutes in the oven, this crustless pumpkin pie delivers all the creamy, spiced flavor you love without any of the fuss.

      Make this recipe:

      Crustless Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Cupcakes & Kale Chips

    Apple & Fruit Pies

    Fruit pies bring a bright, fresh contrast to a rich holiday meal, and the mix of spiced apples, tart cranberries, and juicy cherries here gives you plenty of crowd-pleasing options.

    1. Easy Apple Pie9

      Easy Apple Pie

      A flaky homemade crust holds tender apple slices seasoned with cinnamon and nutmeg in this easy, reliable apple pie. It is a true Thanksgiving table staple.

      Make this recipe:

      Easy Apple Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Little Spoon Farm

    2. Dutch Apple Pie10

      Dutch Apple Pie

      This Dutch apple pie layers flavorful spiced apple filling inside a flaky crust and finishes with a sweet, buttery streusel topping. It is hard to stop at just one slice.

      Make this recipe:

      Dutch Apple Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Cooking Classy

    3. Salted Caramel Apple Pie11

      Salted Caramel Apple Pie

      Cinnamon-spiced apples meet a salted caramel-infused filling inside a buttery, flaky crust topped with a classic lattice. This pie is as gorgeous as it is delicious.

      Make this recipe:

      Salted Caramel Apple Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Sally's Baking

    4. Apple Cranberry Pie12

      Apple Cranberry Pie

      Tart cranberries and sweet apples share a buttery homemade crust in this beautiful fall pie that feels festive and fresh at the same time.

      Make this recipe:

      Apple Cranberry Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Sally's Baking

    5. Apple Pear Pie13

      Apple Pear Pie

      Apples and pears come together in one perfectly balanced pie that highlights the best of autumn fruit. It is a lovely and slightly unexpected addition to the holiday table.

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      Apple Pear Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Well Fed Baker

    6. Cranberry Pear Pie14

      Cranberry Pear Pie

      Sweet pears and tart cranberries come together in this beautiful double-crusted pie that feels made for the Thanksgiving table. It brings a fresh, fruity twist to the holiday dessert spread.

      Make this recipe:

      Cranberry Pear Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Baker by Nature

    7. Triple Berry Pie15

      Triple Berry Pie

      Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries come together in a pie that holds its shape beautifully every time. Fresh or frozen fruit both work perfectly here.

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      Triple Berry Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Tastes Better From Scratch

    8. The Best Apple Crumb Pie16

      The Best Apple Crumb Pie

      Sweet, juicy apples are topped with a light, golden crumble in this apple crumb pie that is simple to make and impossible to resist.

      Make this recipe:

      The Best Apple Crumb Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Spend With Pennies

    9. Traditional Homemade Cherry Pie17

      Traditional Homemade Cherry Pie

      Plump tart cherries are balanced with a sweet filling and wrapped in a flaky crust for a pie that is a real treat for cherry lovers at the holiday table.

      Make this recipe:

      Traditional Homemade Cherry Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Norine's Nest

    10. Old Fashioned Sour Cream and Raisin Pie18

      Old Fashioned Sour Cream and Raisin Pie

      This old fashioned pie brings together a rich, creamy sour cream filling loaded with plump raisins, all topped with a fluffy sweet meringue. It's a comforting, crowd-pleasing classic that earns a spot on any Thanksgiving dessert table.

      Make this recipe:

      Old Fashioned Sour Cream and Raisin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Cooking With Carlee

    11. Nantucket Cranberry Pie19

      Nantucket Cranberry Pie

      This Nantucket Cranberry Pie is a crustless, upside-down cranberry dessert that comes together in just five minutes. It's a brilliantly easy addition to your Thanksgiving table when you want something fruity and fuss-free.

      Make this recipe:

      Nantucket Cranberry Pie >

      Photo and recipe: What A Girl Eats

    Pecan & Nut Pies

    Pecan and nut pies are wonderfully sweet and satisfying, offering a rich, buttery finish that feels right at home on a Thanksgiving dessert spread.

    1. Southern Pecan Pie20

      Southern Pecan Pie

      This Southern classic features pecan halves, brown sugar, and a flaky crust, with helpful baking tips to make sure the filling sets up just right.

      Make this recipe:

      Southern Pecan Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Grandbaby Cakes

    2. The Best Chocolate Pecan Pie21

      The Best Chocolate Pecan Pie

      Rich chocolate filling, buttery pecans, and a flaky crust make this pie a genuine showstopper that has won baking contests and loyal fans alike.

      Make this recipe:

      The Best Chocolate Pecan Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Belle of the Kitchen

    3. Maple Pecan Pie22

      Maple Pecan Pie

      This cozy pecan pie swaps in maple syrup and brown sugar for a deeper, richer sweetness that pairs beautifully with toasted pecans in a buttery crust. It is a crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving classic with a delicious twist.

      Make this recipe:

      Maple Pecan Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Celebrating Sweets

    4. Pecan Cream Pie23

      Pecan Cream Pie

      A creamy filling made with cream cheese, maple syrup, and whipped cream sits inside a homemade crust, topped with more whipped cream and chopped pecans. Truly dreamy.

      Make this recipe:

      Pecan Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: i am baker

    5. Honey Walnut Pie24

      Honey Walnut Pie

      Toasted walnuts and a creamed butter and honey mixture bake inside a buttery flaky crust for a pie that is wonderful on its own or served with whipped cream.

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      Honey Walnut Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Everyday Pie

    6. Black Bottom Pecan Pie25

      Black Bottom Pecan Pie

      A thin layer of ganache on the bottom sets this pecan pie apart, adding a rich chocolate note to every bite. It is made without corn syrup using brown rice syrup.

      Make this recipe:

      Black Bottom Pecan Pie >

      Photo and recipe: A Cozy Kitchen

    7. Toasted Coconut Pecan Pie26

      Toasted Coconut Pecan Pie

      Toasted coconut and pecans come together in a pie that is sweet, nutty, and full of wonderful texture. Your family will definitely be asking for seconds.

      Make this recipe:

      Toasted Coconut Pecan Pie >

      Photo and recipe: The Southern Lady Cooks

    Sweet Potato & Custard Pies

    Sweet potato and custard pies have a creamy, comforting quality that complements the savory flavors of a big holiday meal beautifully.

    1. Southern Sweet Potato Pie27

      Southern Sweet Potato Pie

      Made with simple ingredients, this Southern sweet potato pie is a smooth, comforting make-ahead dessert that is perfect for sharing with the people you love most.

      Make this recipe:

      Southern Sweet Potato Pie >

      Photo and recipe: My Forking Life

    2. Amish Custard Pie28

      Amish Custard Pie

      Made with just a handful of basic ingredients, this Amish custard pie has a smooth, creamy filling that is quietly elegant and deeply satisfying.

      Make this recipe:

      Amish Custard Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Amish Heritage

    3. Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie29

      Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie

      Nutty browned butter and maple syrup take classic sweet potato pie to a whole new level of cozy flavor. This showstopping dessert belongs at every Thanksgiving table.

      Make this recipe:

      Brown Butter Sweet Potato Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Maple Jubilee

    4. Old Fashioned Silky Creamy Custard Pie30

      Old Fashioned Silky Creamy Custard Pie

      This old-fashioned egg custard pie is creamy, simple to make, and the kind of comforting dessert that feels like a warm hug after a big Thanksgiving meal.

      Make this recipe:

      Old Fashioned Silky Creamy Custard Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Small Town Woman

    5. Butterscotch Pie31

      Butterscotch Pie

      This dreamy pie layers a spiced Biscoff cookie crust with rich homemade butterscotch pudding and fluffy whipped cream. Those warm, cozy flavors make it a natural fit for your Thanksgiving dessert table.

      Make this recipe:

      Butterscotch Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Handle the Heat

    6. Cranberry Chess Pie32

      Cranberry Chess Pie

      Tart cranberries swirled through a creamy custard filling in a flaky crust make this chess pie a standout that is both easy to make and visually stunning.

      Make this recipe:

      Cranberry Chess Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Berry&Maple

    7. Chess Pie33

      Chess Pie

      A buttery custard filling with a hint of lemon and a classic cornmeal texture gives this Southern chess pie its signature charm. It is simple, soulful, and totally satisfying.

      Make this recipe:

      Chess Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Grandbaby Cakes

    Cream & No-Bake Pies

    Cream and no-bake pies are a lifesaver during the busy holiday season because they come together quickly and add a cool, light contrast to heavier sides and mains.

    1. Banana Cream Pie34

      Banana Cream Pie

      Fresh bananas, rich vanilla pudding, and fluffy whipped cream come together in a pie that feels cooling and refreshing after a big, hearty Thanksgiving dinner.

      Make this recipe:

      Banana Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Preppy Kitchen

    2. Coconut Cream Pie35

      Coconut Cream Pie

      This coconut cream pie has a custard base that is as versatile as it is delicious, making it a genuinely useful recipe to have in your holiday baking rotation.

      Make this recipe:

      Coconut Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Stacy Lyn Harris

    3. Lemon Meringue Pie36

      Lemon Meringue Pie

      Bright, tangy lemon curd sits in a buttery crust and gets crowned with a fluffy, stable meringue that won't weep or fall flat. It's a showstopping pie that earns its spot on any Thanksgiving dessert table.

      Make this recipe:

      Lemon Meringue Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Life Love and Sugar

    4. Peanut Butter Pie37

      Peanut Butter Pie

      Made from scratch with just a handful of ingredients, this peanut butter pie is incredibly good and always has people going back for a second slice.

      Make this recipe:

      Peanut Butter Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Handle the Heat

    5. Chocolate Cream Pie38

      Chocolate Cream Pie

      Homemade chocolate pudding filling inside a flaky crust, topped with peanut butter whipped cream, makes this a make-ahead dessert that is rich and totally memorable.

      Make this recipe:

      Chocolate Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Cloudy Kitchen

    6. Vanilla Cream Pie39

      Vanilla Cream Pie

      A buttery cookie crust holds an easy vanilla custard in this no-bake pie that takes less than twenty minutes to put together. Simple ingredients, big flavor.

      Make this recipe:

      Vanilla Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Nutmeg and Vinegar

    7. No Bake Pumpkin Pie40

      No Bake Pumpkin Pie

      This no-bake pumpkin cream pie with a graham cracker crust is an easy, fuss-free option that still delivers all the cozy pumpkin flavor everyone looks forward to.

      Make this recipe:

      No Bake Pumpkin Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Crazy for Crust

    Chocolate Pies

    Chocolate pies bring an indulgent, deeply satisfying note to the end of your Thanksgiving feast, and they are always the first slices to disappear.

    1. Grandma's Chocolate Pie41

      Grandma's Chocolate Pie

      A luscious chocolate custard filling rests in a flaky, slightly salty crust and is finished with a springy meringue in this treasured family recipe that never disappoints.

      Make this recipe:

      Grandma’s Chocolate Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Homesick Texan

    2. Salted Caramel Chocolate Cream Pie42

      Salted Caramel Chocolate Cream Pie

      A crunchy graham cracker crust holds a rich salted caramel chocolate cream filling in this from-scratch pie that puts a delicious spin on a classic diner favorite.

      Make this recipe:

      Salted Caramel Chocolate Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Hungry Enough To Eat Six

    I hope one of these pies makes it to your Thanksgiving table this year and becomes a new family tradition you look forward to every season!

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