Nothing brings the warmth of the holidays home like the smell of freshly baked pies! I’m thrilled to share my top seven festive pie recipes that are not only delicious but also very doable for bakers of all levels!
1. Classic Pumpkin Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked pie crust
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, spices, and salt.
- Add eggs and beat until combined, then stir in evaporated milk.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes.
- Cool before serving.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 320 | Fat: 14g | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 6g
2. Chocolate Silk Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 20 minutes | Chill time: 4 hours
Ingredients
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips and butter in a double boiler until smooth.
- Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Pour filling into the pie crust.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form; spread over the filling.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 450 | Fat: 30g | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g
3. Apple Crumble Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 30 minutes | Cook time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 6 cups sliced apples
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix apples with sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon; pour into pie crust.
- In a bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter; mix well.
- Sprinkle crumble over the apples.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until apples are tender.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 300 | Fat: 10g | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 3g
4. Pecan Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked pie crust
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
- Stir in pecans and pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until set and golden.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 500 | Fat: 30g | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 5g
5. Lemon Meringue Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust, pre-baked
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup sugar (for meringue)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch, and salt; stir in water.
- Cook over medium heat until thickened; mix a small amount into egg yolks, then return to the saucepan.
- Add lemon juice and zest; pour into the pie crust.
- Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar.
- Spread meringue over lemon filling and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 320 | Fat: 12g | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 4g
6. Cranberry Apple Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 25 minutes | Cook time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 cups sliced apples
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cranberries, apples, sugar, cinnamon, and flour.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Bake for 45 minutes until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 280 | Fat: 8g | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 2g
7. Coconut Cream Pie
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 20 minutes | Chill time: 3 hours
Ingredients
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 cups coconut milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt; stir in coconut milk.
- Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly; remove from heat.
- Whisk in egg yolks, vanilla, and shredded coconut; return to heat for another few minutes.
- Pour into the pie crust and chill for at least 3 hours.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
Servings
8 servings
Nutrition Info
Calories: 420 | Fat: 28g | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 5g
Final Thoughts
These seven holiday pies are sure to impress your family and friends this season. Each recipe is a delightful mix of flavors and textures that capture the essence of the holidays. Happy baking!