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Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
No list of classic pie recipes is complete without the perfect lemon meringue pie. This recipe starts with a buttery pie crust and is topped with an airy meringue. —Lee Bremson, Kansas City, Missouri
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Silky Chocolate Pie
Chocolate makes the world go round! We have a family that loves chocolate pies, and this version with a splash of brandy is smooth as silk and oh, so special. Be sure to top with homemade whipped cream. —Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island
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Creamy Pina Colada Pie
This is a family favorite and super easy to make. Some like the consistency of this pina colada pie right out of the freezer and others prefer a softer pie—either way it’s delicious! And it’s just one of many amazing pina colada-inspired recipes I enjoy. —Jenny Hales, Arcadia, Oklahoma
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The Best Pecan Pie
Pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition in my house, and I was on a quest to create the ultimate version. This one filled with Bourbon and maple syrup is it in my book. —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor
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Dar’s Coconut Cream Pie
When I whip up a toasted coconut cream pie, my family goes wild and the pie vanishes. —Darlene Bartos, Shoreview, Minnesota
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Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Pie
My mother made a chewy, gooey peanut butter pie I loved as a child. Now I continue the tradition for the next generation of peanut butter lovers. —Brianna DeBlake, Fremont, Michigan
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Five-Minute Blueberry Pie
Easy pie recipes are always welcome at my house! If you like the taste of fresh blueberries, you’ll love this pie. Since it’s a breeze to whip up, I make it often, especially in summer. -Milda Anderson, Osceola, Wisconsin
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Possum Pie
We found this Possum Pie recipe in a recipe box from the previous cafe owner. It's been on our menu ever since. —David Heilemann, Eureka Springs, Arkansas
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Easy Confetti Pie
Sugar cone crust makes a pie that tastes like birthday cake when you add a colorful, creamy no-bake confetti filling. —Gina Nistico, Taste of Home Food Editor
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Banana Cream Pie
Made from our farm-fresh dairy products, this pie was a sensational creamy treat any time Mom served it. Her recipe is a real treasure, and I've never found one that tastes better! —Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
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Strawberry Pretzel Pie
This cool no-bake strawberry pie is the perfect cure for your sweet tooth, especially in summer. Made with pantry staples, it is as easy as pie to make and has become one of my most requested warm-weather treats. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah
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Cherry Cream Cheese Pie
My mom is known for her scrumptious desserts. This cherry cream cheese pie is one she’s served often. It’s one of my favorite pie recipes of all time. I love the combination of cream cheese and cherry pie filling. —Cindy Kufeldt, Orlando, Florida
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Classic Pumpkin Pie
Nothing says Thanksgiving like a slice of pie. And you can relish every luscious bite of this pumpkin pie recipe since the tender crust is made with canola oil and a mere hint of butter. And befor you ask, yes, canned pumpkin works best for pies! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie
For my mother’s birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect. It was a memorable occasion for the whole family. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama
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Coconut Pistachio Pie
We simply love the lightly toasted coconut crust that pairs so well with the pistachio pudding in this quick pie. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Citrus Cranberry Pie
To showcase abundant fall cranberries, make this beautiful lattice-topped pie. A dollop of orange cream complements the slightly tart flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Chocolate Chess Pie
This is one of my mother’s go-to pie recipes. It’s a yummy spin on classic chocolate chess pie. It tastes so good with homemade pie crust. — Ann Dickens, Nixa, Missouri
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Strawberry/Rhubarb Crumb Pie
Everyone seems to have a rhubarb patch here in Maine. This pie won first prize at our church fair; I hope it’s a winner at your house, too! —Paula Phillips, East Winthrop, Maine
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Sugar Cream Pie
I absolutely love Indiana sugar cream pie—it’s one of my favorite pie recipes of all time. In Indiana, we serve it warm or chilled and call it “Hoosier” sugar cream pie. —Laura Kipper, Westfield, Indiana
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Apple Crumble Pie
The crumb topping (very similar to a streusel)of this apple crumble pie recipe is awesome, which may explain why dessert always disappears fast. Or maybe it’s the chunky apple filling. Either way, it’s a family tradition. —Vera Brouwer, Maurice, Iowa
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Praline Pumpkin Pecan Pie
My husband and I are not big fans of traditional pumpkin pie, but my mother and others are, so we must have pumpkin pie as one of the desserts at Thanksgiving. I decided to meet everyone halfway with this pumpkin pecan pie recipe and it was a hit. Now I bring it to Thanksgiving every year. My mother doesn't even feel the need to bake her own pumpkin pie! —Emily Reese, Glade Hill, Virginia
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Macaroon Cherry Pie
I use homegrown cherries in this bountiful pie with its unique crunchy coconut topping. But I’ve found that purchased tart cherries yield a dessert that’s nearly as delicious. I always bake this pie around Presidents Day or Valentine’s Day, but it’s popular with my family in any season. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
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Winning Rhubarb-Strawberry Pie
While growing up on a farm, I often ate rhubarb, so it’s natural for me to use it in a pie. I prefer to use lard for the flaky pie crust and thin, red rhubarb stalks for the filling. These two little secrets helped this recipe win top honors at the 2013 Iowa State Fair. —Marianne Carlson, Jefferson, Iowa
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Key Lime Cream Pie
I am very proud of this luscious no-bake beauty. It’s so cool and refreshing—perfect for any summer potluck or get-together. Wherever I take this pie, it quickly disappears, with everyone asking for the recipe. —Shirley Rickis, Lady Lake, Florida
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The Best Apple Pie
Boost your apple pie with a buttery crust, pre-cooked apples and an incredible filling with cider, cinnamon and lemon juice. And be sure to use the best apples for apple pie. —Nick Iverson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Spiced Plum Pie
The subtle tastes of orange and nutmeg bring out the fresh flavor of plums in this comforting pie. Be sure to have a slice while it’s still warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. —Lucille Mead, Ilion, New York
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Sweet Potato Coconut Pie with Marshmallow Meringue
My grandmother’s sweet potato casserole contains coconut and marshmallows. I thought it would be even better as a pie. —Simone Bazos, Baltimore, Maryland
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Maple Sugar Pumpkin Pie
We make our own maple syrup, and that’s what gives this pie its special taste. You might want to bake this for your Thanksgiving meal. —Martha Boudah, Essex Center, Vermont
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Shaker Lemon Pie
Also known as Ohio lemon pie, this Shaker lemon pie is a Midwestern favorite. Its thrifty use of whole lemons is unique and gives the pie a lovely combination of sweet, tart and slightly bitter flavors. Lemon lovers won’t be able to stop at a single piece. —Deb Perry, Traverse City, Michigan
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Fluffy Key Lime Pie
For a taste of paradise, try this no-bake pie. It’s low in fat, sugar and fuss. It truly is the best Key lime pie recipe ever! You can amp up this recipe by making homemade graham cracker crust.—Frances VanFossan, Warren, Michigan
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Honey Pie
A hint of honey flavors this old-fashioned honey custard pie that comes together quickly with simple ingredients. Don't be afraid of blind-baking the crust, it's easy to do. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Dark Chocolate-Caramel Macchiato Pie
One of my first entries in the National Pie Championship was this impressive pie with coffee flavor and cool chocolate curls on top. —Amy Mills, Sebring, Florida
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Honey Pecan Pie
Looking for a sweet ending to a special meal? This attractive pecan pie is bound to please with its traditional filling and honey-glazed pecans. —Cathy Hudak, Wadsworth, Ohio
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Golden Peach Pie
Years ago, I entered this pie in the Park County Fair in Livingston. It won a first-place blue ribbon plus a purple ribbon for best all around! Family and friends agree with the judges—it’s a perfectly peachy pie. —Shirley Olson, Polson, Montana
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Buckeye Pie
When it comes to pie recipes, this one from my recipe box always gets rave reviews. You can cover the whole top with ganache, but leaving part of the filling bare is the traditional way to make it. —Mary Northrup, Alpine, New York
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Berry Pistachio Pie
My grandmother used to make this pie when I was a small child. A Brooklyn woman gave her the recipe, but my grandmother could never remember the woman’s name or the name of the pie, comically dubbing it Lady from Brooklyn’s Pie. Feel free to use any flavored gelatin, or try walnuts or pecans instead of pistachios. I use a store-bought graham cracker crust, but you can also use a chocolate graham cracker crust. —Judy DeGrottole, New York, New York
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Amish Vanilla Pie
We live in rural northern Indiana where we have several Amish communities. I found this recipe in our local paper a few years back, and after making a few adjustments, I came up with a fabulous pie! It reminds me of the many cream pie recipes my grandma made for holidays. Be sure to allow the Amish vanilla pie to set and cool completely before cutting and serving. —Shelly Brubacher, Nappanee, Indiana
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Peanut Butter Pudding Pie
This peanut butter pudding pie is pretty enough to serve to company… if your family doesn’t get to it first! No one can resist a sweet piece of this creamy chocolate and peanut butter dessert. —Valerie Sisson, Norton, Ohio
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Cranberry-Almond Apple Pie
My grandmother made this treat every year for Christmas. It’s much better than everyday apple pie. The recipe is a family treasure. —Maxine Theriauit, Nashua, New Hampshire
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Spiced Upside-Down Apple Pie
My grandma taught me to make this pie when I was 4. Over the years, I’ve kept it about the same with just a few changes. Flip it out the second it stops bubbling. This presentation makes this dessert different than other pie recipes I’ve tried. —Francine Bryson, Pickens, South Carolina
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Contest-Winning German Chocolate Cream Pie
I’ve won quite a few awards in recipe contests over the past 10 years, and I was delighted one of my pie recipes sent me to the Great American Pie Show finals. —Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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Cookie Butter Pie
I tasted Biscoff cookie spread at a grocery store one day, and it was so delicious that I decided to create a no-bake pie with it. You can make this pie your own by substituting peanut butter or another kind of spread for the Biscoff spread and then matching toppings. —Katrina Adams, Mount Olive, Alabama
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Lemon Chess Pie
This bright and creamy lemon chess pie cuts beautifully and has a smooth texture. It’s one of my favorites. —Hannah LaRue Rider, East Point, Kentucky
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Huckleberry Cheese Pie
To us Idahoans, huckleberries are a treasure. My family enjoys this recipe a lot, and I serve it as a special treat when we have guests. —Pat Kuper, McCall, Idaho
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Rhubarb Cherry Pie
As a young girl, I dreamed of being able to make pie recipes like my mother. Her rolling pin, which I inherited, is 2 feet long and 8 inches wide! In fact, this is Mom’s recipe, although I substituted cherries for the strawberries in her version. I first made this pie for a church gathering 20 years ago, and everyone’s looked for it at every potluck since! —Eunice Hurt, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie
If you’re looking for a classic autumn dessert, try this pumpkiny cheesecake pie. It’s a winner at potlucks and on the Thanksgiving table. The gingersnap crust forms a spicy-sweet foundation. —Sharon Crockett, La Palma, California
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Oatmeal Pie
This delicious oatmeal pie recipe came from my mother. My husband especially enjoys it during the holidays. I have shared the pie crust with many others because it’s flaky and so easy to roll out. We even use it at our children’s school when apple pies are made for a fundraiser. —Ruth Gritter, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Peach Blueberry Pie
“What a flavor!” That’s what I hear most often when guests taste this peach blueberry pie. I invented it one day when I was short on peaches. —Sue Thumma, Shepherd, Michigan
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Tangy Lemon Chiffon Pie
This lemon chiffon pie is so easy to make, you can put it together in no time at all. And it’s impressive enough to share with guests! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Butterscotch Pie
This pie’s filling is like creamy pudding and is crowned with golden peaks of meringue. —Cary Letsche, Brandenton, Florida
Originally Published: September 28, 2018