Classic American Pie Recipes

Updated on Sep. 26, 2024

Nothing's more classic American than apple pie, unless it's cherry, banana cream, pumpkin, peach or sweet potato pie! We've got the best recipes for pies that are served up across the country for holidays, celebrations and as an extra-special treat.

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Cranberry Pie

Total Time 1 hour 20 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: To showcase abundant fall cranberries, make this beautiful lattice-topped cranberry pie. A dollop of orange cream complements the slightly tart flavor. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

Also, Easter is just around the corner, so plan on adding these seasonal Easter pies to your holiday menu.

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Ribbon Pudding Pie

Total Time 20 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Cool, smooth and creamy, this pretty pie is a slice of heaven for people with diabetes and anyone who likes an easy yet impressive dessert. The lovely pudding layers feature a yummy combination of vanilla, chocolate and butterscotch. —Doris Morgan, Verona, Mississippi
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Apple Pie

Total Time 1 hour 20 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I remember coming home sullen one day because we'd lost a softball game. Grandma, in her wisdom, suggested that maybe a slice of hot apple pie would make me feel better. She was right. —Maggie Greene, Granite Falls, Washington
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Banana Cream Pie

Total Time 45 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Homemade banana cream pie is my mom’s specialty, and this dreamy dessert has a wonderful banana flavor. It looks so pretty, and it cuts easily too. —Jodi Grable, Springfield, Missouri
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Marshmallow-Almond Key Lime Pie

Total Time 55 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Summer is peak season for Key limes—a must for this pie’s distinctive sweet-tart flavor. Unlike other Key lime pies, mine has a smooth marshmallow layer on top. This makes it stand out as a crowd favorite. —Judy Castranova, New Bern, North Carolina
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Bumbleberry Pie

Total Time 1 hour 20 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When you want to make an impression, make this pie! The recipe produces one of the flakiest crusts ever, and the combination of rhubarb and different berries in the filling is delicious. —Suzanne Alberts, Onalaska, Wisconsin
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Sour Cream Rhubarb Pie

Total Time 1 hour 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A hint of orange flavor and a nice blend of spices complement the tangy rhubarb. I like to serve the pie while it's still warm. —Doreen Martin, Kitimat, British Columbia

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Apple Crumb Pie

Total Time 1 hour 45 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This apple pie with crumb topping is absolutely delicious! If you’re a beginner, use a store-bought pie crust to get a head start. You’ll still get a bushel of compliments. —Virginia Olson, West Des Moines, Iowa

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Pear Pie

Total Time 1 hour 25 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I entered this pie in a local baking contest and ended up winning! Bartlett pears hold up well when baked, adding a nice layer of texture. —Darlene Jacobson, Waterford, Wisconsin

10/14

Lemon Tart

Total Time 45 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Be patient when making the crust for this lemon tart. It will take a few minutes of pulsing for the food processor to work its magic. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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Raspberry Cream Pie

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is delicious with either fresh-picked or frozen raspberries. That means you can make it year-round. One bite of raspberry pie will instantly turn winter to summer. —Julie Price, Nashville, Tennessee
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Squash Custard Pie

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Acorn squash has been a favorite of mine since I was little and my mother baked it with sugar and cinnamon. This particular pie was something I improvised. We love pumpkin pie, but had fresh squash in excess. So I came up with this new variation! It's good to take to potlucks, to pie or cake walks at school, or to serve as a different dessert for Thanksgiving or Christmas. —Mary Kelly, Hopland, California
13/14

Oregon’s Best Marionberry Pie

Total Time 1 hour 35 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I believe Marionberries make the best berry pie in the world. And when you add some cream cheese and flavorings, you'll be making the best even better! —Frances Benthin, Scio, Oregon
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Pie Crust

Total Time 10 min
Servings dough for one 9-inch pie
From the Recipe Creator: This all-butter pie crust makes a flavorful, flaky pie. It is easy to handle and bakes to be golden brown and beautiful—just like Mom's! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen