23 Easy Pie Recipes

No matter the season or reason, pie is always the correct answer. Maybe it’s the golden, flaky crust, the warm, bubbling filling, or the simple joy of baking from scratch. Whatever your craving—fruity, creamy, or savory—this list of 23 favorite pie recipes has something for you. So preheat that oven and let’s make some magic!

Start with an Easy Crust

Before I dive into the fillings, let’s talk crust! A good pie starts from the bottom up, and these simple crust recipes make the perfect base for whatever you’re baking.

1. 3-Ingredient Pie Crust

This foolproof 3-ingredient crust is the perfect blend of flaky and doughy.
It’s great for beginners or busy bakers who want a no-fuss base for any pie! Top tip: keep your ingredients COLD!

2. Easy Graham Cracker Crust

A quick, crunchy homemade graham cracker crust that requires no rolling and pairs beautifully with creamy or fruity fillings. I use this one all the time for make-ahead desserts.

Sweet Homemade Pies

From holiday recipes to simple weeknight treats, these sweet pies are cozy, classic, and just plain irresistible. They’re the kind of desserts that make the whole house smell amazing, and I always have people asking for the recipe whenever I make one.

Holiday Favorites

The holidays just wouldn’t feel complete without a few classic pies on the table, and these are the ones I bake year after year. If you need help planning your budget-friendly holiday spread, check out all our holiday recipes!

3. Classic Sweet Potato Pie

Rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced, this sweet potato pie is a Southern favorite! It’s a must for the holidays and can easily be made a day or two ahead.

4. Silky Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is everything I want in a fall dessert. It’s packed with pumpkin spice and pure pumpkin puree for that unmistakable flavor every Thanksgiving table needs.

5. Adorable Mini Pumpkin Pies

My husband refuses to eat fruit pies, so I’m including these mini pumpkin pies too! I usually whip up a batch of these to deliver to our neighbors.

6. Chocolate Cream Pie

A lush chocolate custard filling topped with clouds of whipped cream? This homemade chocolate cream pie is an easy crowd-pleaser that looks like you spent all day on it!

7. Lemon Cream Pie

It doesn’t matter if you use a traditional pie crust or a buttery cracker base; this lemon cream pie is sunshine in a pie plate. I’d totally make this recipe into bars too, if I didn’t have the fridge space for a full pie.

Fruity Pie Recipes

Fruit pies are my favorite way to celebrate the seasons! Bright berries in spring, juicy peaches in summer, and apples in the fall. I love how simple they are to make, and honestly, nothing beats a sweet, fruity slice of homemade pie!

8. Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

Sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb come together in a flaky crust for a classic spring and summer dessert that tastes like home. I love how this recipe for strawberry rhubarb pie uses budget-friendly frozen strawberries and simple pantry staples…SO easy!

9. Delicious Homemade Apple Pie

I’m telling you right now, you’ve never had an apple pie as delicious as this one. The apple juices are cooked down into a simple caramel that coats the tender cinnamon-spiced apple slices before being baked inside a perfectly flaky crust. Store-bought pies have nothing on this from-scratch beauty. 🤤

10. Pear Galette

If traditional pies give you the kitchen jitters, this rustic pear galette is your new best friend! It’s effortlessly elegant, easier than a full pie, and super easy to make! My family is obsessed with this fruity dessert.

11. Easy Peach Pie Recipe

This easy peach pie recipe can be made with fresh, frozen, OR canned peaches (we love a year-round peach dessert!) It’s cozy from the cinnamon and ginger, but perfectly summery from the robust peach flavor. If you love this one, you should also try our delicious peach galette recipe!

Rich and Nutty Pies

When I’m craving something sweet but not fruity, these rich and nutty pies are my go-to. They’re velvety, crunchy, and always impress guests (even though they’re secretly so easy to make on a budget).

12. Peanut Butter Pie

This creamy, chilled pie has a fluffy peanut butter filling in a chocolate cookie crust. I recommend making this peanut butter pie ahead for holidays, potlucks, or parties as it chills beautifully! Top it with leftover candy from Halloween or Christmas for a real showstopping pie.

13. Classic Pecan Pie

Sweet, gooey, and full of pecans, this classic pecan pie is pure comfort. It’s my top pie for holiday baking and tastes even better the next day (if it lasts that long).

Savory Pie Recipes

Who says pies have to be sweet? I love baking up these savory versions for dinner. They’re hearty, flavorful, and a great way to sneak in extra veggies without anyone complaining. 😉

Meatless Options

These meatless pies are proof that comfort food doesn’t need meat to be delicious. I make these all the time for family dinners, and no one ever misses the meat—they’re that hearty and flavorful.

14. Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie

Loaded with hearty veggies and topped with creamy mashed potatoes, this cozy vegetarian shepherd’s pie is meat-free and delicious on chilly nights!

15. Spinach Pie

Flaky pastry, savory spinach, and melty cheese make this spinach pie an instant favorite. I love serving it warm for brunch or with a side salad for dinner! It’s also made with pre-made puff pastry, so it couldn’t be easier.

16. Tomato Pie

This classic Southern tomato pie layers juicy tomatoes, herbs, and a cheesy filling in a buttery crust. It’s a simple, budget-friendly way to use up summer tomatoes! I just love the simplicity of a free-form pie.

17. Hearty Veggie Pot Pie

Your whole family will crowd the table for seconds whenever you make this veggie pot pie! It’s creamy, hearty, and packed with tender vegetables in a rich, savory sauce. It’s freezer-friendly, too, so I often make two at once!

Pies with Meat

These hearty pies are some of my family’s favorites. They’re perfect for winter nights, repurposing holiday leftovers, or Sunday dinners when my family wants something filling and homemade! They can all be made ahead of time, too, so one pie can provide leftovers for days.

18. Classic Chicken Pot Pie

The classic chicken pot pie is THE quintessential meat pie. This easy recipe features a flaky crust, creamy gravy, chunks of chicken, and colorful veggies. It’s nostalgic, soul-warming, and proof that homemade always tastes best. Also, try our chicken pot pie soup recipe!

19. Easy Turkey Pot Pie

Got leftover holiday turkey? This creamy turkey pot pie is the easiest way to turn it into a comforting dinner. The filling comes together fast, and the crust bakes up perfectly crisp every time.

20. Sausage and Cheese Hand Pies

These flaky, golden sausage hand pies are stuffed with savory sausage and melty cheddar for the perfect on-the-go breakfast or brunch treat. I like to prep them the night before so they’re ready to bake in the morning. Make them with sweet or spicy breakfast sausage, it all works!

Popular Quiche Recipes

Is quiche a pie? I say so. If it’s got a crust and a filling, it earns its place at the pie table. And honestly, quiche might just be the most versatile of them all. If you’re anything like me, you love a good make-ahead meal, and quiche is one of the best. It’s delicious hot or cold, fits in just as easily at breakfast as it does at dinner, and can be filled with whatever you’ve got on hand.

21. Quiche Lorraine Recipe

This homemade French quiche Lorraine with bacon, cheese, and a silky custard filling is an easy make-ahead meal. It’s super filling and surprisingly budget-friendly too.

22. Spinach, Mushroom & Feta Crustless Quiche

How can you make quiche even easier? You skip the crust, of course! This spinach, mushroom & feta crustless quiche is full of tender spinach, earthy mushrooms, and tangy feta, and it always feels a little fancy even though it’s so simple to make.

23. Crustless Bacon & Broccoli Quiche

If you’ve got a packed freezer and need an easy meal, this bacon & broccoli crustless quiche always saves the day. It’s rich, cheesy, and full of flavor, with a warming homemade feel that makes every bite worth it.