The Pioneer Woman's 50 Greatest Pie Recipes (2024)

It's the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert.

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Looking for the perfect dessert? You really can't go wrong with a homemade pie! That's why Ree Drummond has so many pie recipes in her archives: fruit pies, cream pies, holiday pies, and even hand pies! Whether it's a traditional Thanksgiving pie or a fun no-bake pie for a quick get-together with friends, this list has tons of ideas for any occasion. You can stick to the classics with her recipe for pecan pie or try something completely out of the box like fudgy brownie pie. But if you ask her husband, Ladd, it's all about the "good ol' basic, can't-go-wrong, everyone-loves-it, super-easy-to-make, been-around-forever" chocolate pie that he would eat a slice of any day of the week.

But first, you'll need Ree's perfect pie crust recipe, a press-in cookie crust, all-butter pie crust, or puff pastry. And when all else fails, just pick up a store-bought crust. There's nothing wrong with a store-bought shortcut, and it'll save you a ton of time in making decorative pie crust designs! Then, pick from one of the many pie recipes ahead, including cherry crumb pie, buttermilk pie, apple pie bars, or a grasshopper pie that's perfect for Christmastime.

Looking for more pie baking tips? Check out our guide to how to crimp pie crust so it's perfect every time. Now, the only thing left to do is get out your favorite pie pan.

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Blackberry Pie

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This pie is bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of juicy blackberries. You can add a hint of brightness from lemon or go for adding warmer flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger.

Get the Blackberry Pie recipe.

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Caramel-Chocolate-Pecan Ice Cream Pie

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This ice cream pie is inspired by those turtle candies that are sweet, chewy, nutty, and chocolatey. It's an all-around decadent treat in pie form!

Get Ree's Caramel-Chocolate-Pecan Ice Cream Pie recipe.

3

Raspberry Cream Pie

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When you need a quick make-ahead dessert that everyone will love, look no further than this raspberry cream pie! It's light and fruity with a scrumptious Oreo crust.

Get Ree's Raspberry Cream Pie recipe.

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Mint Chocolate Cookie Ice Cream Pie

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Whether you serve it for a summer BBQ or a Christmas dessert, this minty pie is always a hit. Just look for those mint-flavored chocolate sandwich cookies you know and love.

Get Ree's Mint Chocolate Cookie Ice Cream Pie recipe.

5

Mini Apple Pies

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How cute are these miniature versions of apple pie?! Each one is filled with seasonal apple and topped with a cinnamon streusel crumble for the perfect bite.

Get Ree's Mini Apple Pies recipe.

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Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie

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Imagine your favorite orange creamsicle pop. Now, turn that flavor into a crowd-pleasing pie with a vanilla wafer cookie crust. It's a refreshing new twist.

Get Ree's Orange-Vanilla Ice Cream Pie recipe.

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Chocolate Meringue Pie

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You'll impress anyone with this beautiful pie. The smooth chocolate pudding filling and piled-high mound of toasted meringue feels like the ultimate decadent dessert.

Get the Chocolate Meringue Pie recipe.

8

Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

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Make this pie when fresh rhubarb is in season or look for frozen rhubarb if you're in a pinch! Either way, the tart flavor pairs well with the sweetness from the strawberries in this homemade pie.

Get the Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie recipe.

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Grasshopper Pie

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Just like a classic grasshopper co*cktail, this pie is minty, boozy, and oh so creamy. Plus, the green color makes it perfect for the holidays.

Get Ree's Grasshopper Pie recipe.

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Pecan Pie Bars

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Here's a fun twist on a classic pecan pie: turn it into the most snack-able, irresistible handheld bars! You can make them for your next bake sale.

Get the Pecan Pie Bars recipe.

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11

Sweet Potato Pie

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A good old-fashioned sweet potato pie is a staple at any holiday meal. You can keep it simple or adorn it with a homemade bourbon whipped cream.

Get the Sweet Potato Pie recipe.

12

Apple Pie Bars

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This potluck-friendly recipe takes apple pie to a whole new level with layers of both Granny Smith and Honey Crisp apples, a crumbly streusel topping, and a sweet maple glaze. It'll be hard to stop at just one piece.

Get the Apple Pie Bars recipe.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

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The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is like a little slice of heaven in this creamy pie. You'll be glad you thought to make it ahead.

Get Ree's Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie recipe.

14

Brownie Pie

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Fudgy brownies meets flaky pie crust in this fun dessert mash-up! The best part? The filling is studded with toasted walnuts and chocolate chips.

Get the Brownie Pie recipe.

15

Peach Pie

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Sweet peaches are even better when highlighted with the subtle flavors of cardamom, ginger, and lemon. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and you'll be in pure heaven!

Get the Peach Pie recipe.

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Blueberry Pie

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The key to this summer classic is to balance the sweetness and to make sure the filling sets to avoid a soggy bottom crust. Every bite is bursting with flavor, whether you eat it plain or a la mode.

Get the Blueberry Pie recipe.

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Coconut Cream Pie

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Want to take a tropical vacation without leaving home? Try this classic coconut cream pie and transport your tastebuds. The toasted coconut chips on top add a nice crunch and contrast to the creamy filling.

Get the Coconut Cream Pie recipe.

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Chocolate Chess Pie

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This twist on a Southern custard classic is rich, chocolaty, and beautifully decorated with a powdered sugar design. It's easier than you might think to create—all you need is a round doily!

Get the Chocolate Chess Pie recipe.

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Oreo Pie

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You can make this Oreo pie throughout the year. It's just as delicious on the holidays as it is for a birthday celebration. Plus, it's a no-bake dessert, making your time in the kitchen much faster.

Get the Oreo Pie recipe.

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Coffee Ice Cream Pie

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For coffee ice cream lovers, it doesn't get much better than a slice of this gorgeous pie. Did we mention the crust is made with Biscoff cookies and pretzels? Yup, and there's a drizzle of caramel sauce on top for good measure!

Get the Coffee Ice Cream Pie recipe.

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FAQs

What is America's number one selling pie? ›

Pumpkin Pie

It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without a slice of pumpkin pie.

What is the best pie to pie someone? ›

When it comes to throwing a pie in someone's face, we've come to an agreement that a lemon meringue or as my boss recommended, “A dainty, light chocolate silk pie,” would be the best options.

How many different pie recipes were in the 1947 modern encyclopedia? ›

A cookbook from 1796 listed only three types of sweet pies; a cookbook written in the late 1800s featured 8 sweet pie varieties; and by the 1947 the Modern Encyclopedia of Cooking listed 65 different varieties of sweet pies.

What is the least favorite pie in America? ›

The least popular types of pies were salted caramel, gooseberry, blueberry and peach, all being the most popular in only one state each.

What is the king of pies? ›

This pie, or pastry is called “La galette des rois”. There are only 3 official french King's pie types, and the frangipane is one of them. Each Galette contains a Trinket (called fève which means fava bean). The trinket used to be a dry bean, and nowadays it is a little ceramic object.

What is Florida's favorite pie? ›

Key lime pie was invented in Key West, where Key limes are anything but scarce. Key limes are different from regular limes. Key limes are more aromatic, smaller, seedier and are more tart than regular limes. Key lime pie is the Sunshine State's official state pie.

What is the most famous pie in the world? ›

Apple Pie. What it is: Somehow both quintessentially English and American, this may be the most famous pie of all. In Britain it goes back to the 1300s, and the earliest recipe includes figs and raisins. Modern recipes tend to consist of apples, sugar, butter and cinnamon encased in shortcrust pastry.

What is the number one pie in Texas? ›

While pumpkin pie gives pecan pie a run for its money at Thanksgiving, and apple pie, blueberry pie, key lime pie, and other flavors all have their fans in Texas, pecan pie is the No. 1 pie in the state.

What is black peoples favorite pie? ›

He goes on to explain that The Great Migration of Black people from the South throughout the nation is why sweet potato pie is “an African American favorite.”

What is the most favorite American pie? ›

The most popular variety in the US is probably apple pie à la mode, invented in Minnesota in 1885, and served with a scoop of ice cream on top.

What is the best pan to bake a pie in? ›

Like glass dishes, ceramic pie dishes conduct heat slowly and evenly, which helps yield uniformly golden crusts and thoroughly cooked fillings, even when making fruit pies that require lengthy cooks to soften down.

What is the oldest pie in the world? ›

Historians trace the origin of pie to the Egyptians back in 9500 BCE. In Egypt, the first pies were made with ground grains like barley, wheat, or oats combined with water. This “dough” was shaped into an oval and filled with savory ingredients like nuts, honey, and meat.

Why were pies called coffins? ›

A coffin or coffyn referred to a container made of pastry, a precursor of the modern pie crust, and food was served in the coffin it had been cooked in. The first printed use of the word coffin as a box for a corpse appeared later, in the 16th century. Historians trace pies back to ancient times.

What is the most popular pie in America? ›

Apple pie is arguably one of the most popular pie flavors. A symbol of America, the apple pie was actually invented by the British. Apple pie is simply made with sliced apples on double-crusted pastry dough.

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