22 Traditional Thanksgiving Pies That Never Disappoint

Sweet Potato Pie with decorative pastry cutouts on top
Photo: Holiday Baker

Thanksgiving pies are essential to the tradition on a holiday that's all about tradition. Whether it's the turkey or a whole host of traditional side dishes (green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, or sweet potato casserole anyone?), there's no tradition greater than that of the Thanksgiving pie(s). From classic pie recipes that don't stray from expectations to twists on the classic pies, we have the recipe inspiration you need this Thanksgiving. Take it from the home cooks who've tried them.

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Buttery Cranberry Pie

a deep red pie with Christmas tree pastry cutouts on top
Jacquelyn

"Excellent! I hadn't used fresh cranberries before, but now that I know how easy it is (and delicious) — I will use them whenever available," says reviewer REKBA99. This buttery pie is best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Mrs. Sigg's Fresh Pumpkin Pie

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Lovinfood2000

The key to this top-rated pumpkin pie? Fresh pumpkin. "This will be the 5th Thanksgiving that I have made this pie. Let me just say that it is fantastic. Fresh pumpkin really makes this pie," says reviewer Dana Hall.

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Kentucky Pecan Pie

Kentucky Pecan Pie
Deb C

Rich and gooey, this pecan pie has stood the test of time. Reviewer Ann G. says, "I have tried other pecan pie recipes but always go back to this one when I want the best or want to impress someone."

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Caramel Apple Cranberry Pie

lattice topped caramel apple cranberry pie
Teenie's Treats

So many fall flavors combine in one fabulous pie: apples, cranberries, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Reviewer sedona420 says, "The title of this pie was intriguing. The taste...sublime!"

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Apple Pie by Grandma Ople

a beautiful lattice-topped apple pie with a slice taken out of it
Holiday Baker

Recipe creator MOSHASMAMA says, "This was my grandmother's apple pie recipe. I have never seen another one quite like it. It will always be my favorite and has won me several first place prizes in local competitions." Over 10,000 home cooks have given this classic apple pie glowing reviews — find out why for yourself.

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Pecan Pie without Corn Syrup

a closeup of a slice of pie decorated with pecan halves
Fox E Vassar

This pecan pie doesn't require corn syrup, unlike many others. Reviewer ROSEANNEB says, "I'll never make pecan pie with corn syrup again! This recipe doesn't have that sickening sweetness usually associated with pecan pie, but it DOES have that scrumptious nuttiness."

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Brown Family's Favorite Pumpkin Pie

Brown Family's Favorite Pumpkin Pie with pumpkin crust design
Noel

The walnut streusel topping on this pie makes it stand out from the rest! Reviewer Jillian says, "Everyone raved about it! The streusel topping is incredible and the pie itself makes a great presentation. I served it with bourbon whipped cream from this site."

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Caramel Pecan Pie

Caramel Pecan Pie with lace placemat
larkspur

"Buttery, nutty, and a touch of caramel, this is a very yummy pie! Full of flavor! Serve hot or cold, with a good size dollop of whipped topping or vanilla ice cream," says recipe creator CORWYNN DARKHOLME.

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Chocolate Cream Pie

slice of Chocolate Cream Pie on a white plate
Sue Garzone

For the pumpkin-haters, this chocolate pie will make you a Thanksgiving hero. "This is the third Thanksgiving in a row I've made it; see a tradition developing to appease my chocoholic husband," says reviewer team_evans.

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Double Layer Pumpkin Pie

Double Layer Pumpkin Pie on a white plate
pamsterkin

A layer of cream cheese makes these take on a classic even more decadent. Reviewer H OXLEY says, "I'm not a big fan of pumpkin pie, but this is incredible. My husband said that it is the best pumpkin pie he has ever had and it didn't last too long in this house. It is way past Thanksgiving and I STILL crave it. Luckily, I still have a can of pumpkin in the cupboard and may have to make it for Christmas."

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Baked Fresh Cherry Pie

Baked Fresh Cherry Pie
tara Spencer

"Simple and delicious. Paired with a homemade crust, this pie is everything a fresh fruit pie should be," says reviewer MAMALEIGH. "My cherries were very tart, so I combined them with the sugar and let them chill overnight before baking."

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Buttermilk Pie

Buttermilk pie on blue and white plate
Pluffy

"We generally purchase a buttermilk pie each week from an amazing restaurant ($28 per pie) that we truly love...until we decided to try this recipe. I have already made two pies and they literally disappeared," says reviewer ShabbyChef.

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Cranberry Streusel Pie

slice of cranberry streusel pie
Allrecipes Magazine

This cranberry pie has a walnut streusel topping for a combination of nutty and tart flavors. "This cranberry pie was a hit for Thanksgiving! We loved the tartness and since we have a couple of diabetics — they were overjoyed with the lack of sugar," says reviewer AMANDA WARD. "Those watching their weight loved the lack of butter!"

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No-Sugar Apple Pie

No Sugar Apple Pie
Mark R. Cordz

This take on tradition has no added sugars. Reviewer MARIAM says, "I was very skeptical in making this pie at first. I was sure it was going to be too sour because of the lack of sugar. But it is amazing how wrong I was! My mom, who usually always wants things extra sweet, said that it was the perfect pie!"

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Apple Streusel Pie

Apple Streusel Pie
Melissa Goff

Reviewer Melissa Goff says, "The crunch of the streusel was excellent...Best way to eat an apple pie!" The streusel topping adds a nutty crunch to every forkful.

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Pumpkin Tart with Pecan Crust

a slice of gluten-free pumpkin pie on a blue and white plate
Mackenzie Schieck

Calling all special dieters (and those serving them) —this pumpkin tart not only tastes delicious, it's also vegan! "I made this last year to take to a vegan Thanksgiving dinner and it was a big hit! I will be making it again this year for my family's traditional Thanksgiving dinner," says reviewer CASEYKENDRA.

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Chocolate Pie

slice of Chocolate Pie
footballgrl16

Save yourself some holiday stress and make this pie ahead of time. Simply refrigerate until you're ready to serve. Reviewer Kelli G. says, "I made it for Thanksgiving and everyone ate the chocolate pie and left the pumpkin pie! It was very fast and easy to make!"

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Pumpkin Torte II

pumpkin torte with whipped cream and nut topping
chibi chef

Pumpkin and cream cheese are layered in a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped topping and walnuts. "Absolute heaven! I love this recipe, it is so much better than pumpkin pie! I made it for work and they loved it...I am so looking forward to making this for my family for Thanksgiving this year," says reviewer saphirre.

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Chef John's Buttermilk Pie

slice of buttermilk pie garnished with raspberries
Chef John

"Not only is this buttermilk pie easy to make and beautiful to look at, it's also bursting with the kind of bright, tangy flavor that no other custard-style pie can touch," says Chef John. "This is sort of like a vanilla custard, meets lemon meringue pie, meets very light cheesecake. Except better."

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Apple Crisp Pie

apple crisp pie on top of a white stove
Photo by MaryAnn.

Two traditional desserts combine to make one epic Thanksgiving pie. Reviewer Rachel Ann Pluchino says, "The crispy layer adds an almost caramelized feel and taste to regular apple pie."

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No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie

slice of no-bake pumpkin pie
bd.weld

Your oven is tired and so are you. Pumpkin pie meets cheesecake in this no-bake pie. "I have been asked to make this at my upcoming holiday meals," says reviewer Carrie C. One bite and you'll understand why.

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Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet Potato Pie with decorative pastry cutouts on top
Holiday Baker

You can't go wrong with a classic. "People who have eaten sweet potato pie all their lives say this recipe is the best they have ever tasted," says reviewer SL.

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