While there are plenty of pie recipes to be enjoyed year-round, fall and winter are undoubtedly peak pie season. With temperatures falling and the holidays right around the corner, there is no better time to enjoy a slice of homemade pie.
Whether you’re craving one of the classics, a savory dinner, or something brand new for your rotation, this roundup of our best pie recipes for fall is sure to have something for you.
Brown Butter and Vanilla Pear Pie
If you haven’t tried brown butter, this recipe is the perfect place to start. Brown butter is the result of melting butter in a pan until the water evaporates, leaving the milk solids behind to briefly toast and turn golden brown. The toasted milk solids add a nutty, warm flavor to your recipe. Here, the combination of brown butter, apples, pears, and vanilla creates a heavenly fall dessert. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon and a dash of ginger to the filling mixture for an extra kick of spice.
Maple Pumpkin Pie
A collection of the best fall pies would not be complete without pumpkin pie. This recipe has all the classic components—pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves—as well as pure maple syrup to complete the fall flavor profile. It’s a perfect dessert for holiday parties, or a relaxing baking project for cozy weekends.
The Best Old-Fashioned Apple Pie
The star of the show. Flaky crust, warm spices, and a sweet-tart apple filling make this apple dessert the ultimate fall bake, sure to inspire nostalgia and coziness at any holiday gathering. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce to take this classic to the next level.
Ginger Apple Tarte Tatin
Try your hand at this traditional French dessert, made simple with a sheet of store-bought puff pastry. Infusing homemade caramel with grated ginger adds a subtle spice to the apple layer, while the pastry lends a satisfying crunch. The upside-down construction ensures a dramatic reveal of the beautiful finished product.
No-Bake Pumpkin Pie
Pie-baking can be quite an undertaking. For a recipe that takes half the effort but still delivers on flavor, try this no-bake pumpkin pie. A simple graham cracker crust means you don’t have to roll out and shape finicky pastry dough, and the pumpkin cream cheese filling is reminiscent of a luscious cheesecake.
S’mores Pie
Bring that summertime campfire energy into the fall with this irresistible s’mores pie. The stereotypically summertime dessert takes on a more refined form in this recipe, with layers of graham cracker crust, rich chocolate ganache, and golden-brown marshmallows broiled to perfection.
Sweet Potato Pie
For a clever twist on pumpkin pie, use a sweet potato instead. The filling contains all of the classic flavors—vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg—with a tablespoon of fresh orange juice for extra brightness, and a can of evaporated milk for a remarkably smooth texture.
Ruffled Cranberry-Almond Milk Pie
Impress your holiday guests with this stunning pie. First, sheets of store-bought phyllo pastry are arranged in rosettes and baked until golden-brown. Then, a luxurious custard filling is poured on top and baked until set. The flavors of vanilla, almond, cinnamon, and cranberry come together to create a perfect holiday dessert everyone will love.
Mini Pumpkin Pies With Speculoos Crust and Whipped Cream
For an easy, crowd-friendly dessert, try these mini pumpkin pies. This recipe uses a standard-size muffin pan to yield 12 mini pies—perfect for a Thanksgiving gathering. Crushed-up Speculoos cookies make the perfect crust to complement the pumpkin filling, imparting a warm, cinnamon-spiced flavor.
Simple Shepherd’s Pie
Swap pie crust for mashed potatoes in this cozy Shepherd’s Pie. Described as the classic meat and potatoes combo, this dish also incorporates mushrooms, carrots, and peas for a hearty, satisfying cold-weather dinner.