24 Decadent Pie Recipes for Every Sweet Tooth Craving

There's just something magical about pie, don't you think? Whether it's the flaky crust, the gooey filling, or the delightful combination of both, pies have a way of bringing people together and satisfying those sweet cravings like nothing else.

I’ve scoured my favorite cookbooks, talked to some savvy bakers, and experimented in my own kitchen to bring you a scrumptious collection of pie recipes that will make your taste buds dance. So, grab your apron and rolling pin, and let’s dive into these 24 decadent pie recipes for every sweet tooth craving!

1. Classic Apple Pie

Few things are as comforting as a slice of traditional apple pie, complete with its tender, cinnamon-spiced filling.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 6 cups thinly sliced apples
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, mix the apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
5. Top with the second crust, pinch the edges, and cut a few slits for steam to escape.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.

2. Chocolate Silk Pie

This Chocolate Silk Pie offers a smooth, velvety filling that's sure to indulge any chocolate lover.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Pre-bake the pie crust according to package instructions and let it cool.
2. Melt chocolate chips and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until it thickens.
4. Fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped cream until well-blended.
5. Pour the mixture into the cooled pie crust.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

3. Pumpkin Pie

Perfect for fall, this Pumpkin Pie combines creamy pumpkin filling with warm spices.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin, sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
5. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes.
6. Let cool before serving.

4. Banoffee Pie

Banoffee Pie is a delightful mix of bananas, toffee, and whipped cream in a graham cracker crust.

Ingredients:

• 1 graham cracker crust
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 3 medium bananas
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, cook the sweetened condensed milk over low heat until it turns into toffee (about 2 hours).
2. Pour the toffee into the graham cracker crust and spread evenly.
3. Slice bananas and place them on top of the toffee layer.
4. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
5. Spread the whipped cream over the bananas.
6. Garnish with chocolate shavings and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

5. Key Lime Pie

This refreshing Key Lime Pie is tangy, creamy, and perfect for a summer dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 graham cracker crust
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
• 1 tablespoon grated lime zest

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, key lime juice, and lime zest.
3. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust.
4. Bake for 15 minutes.
5. Let the pie cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

6. Pecan Pie

A southern staple, Pecan Pie is rich and nutty with a sweet, gooey center.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, mix corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well blended.
4. Arrange pecan halves in the bottom of the crust.
5. Pour the filling over the pecans.
6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, until the filling is set.
7. Let cool before serving.

7. Lemon Meringue Pie

Lemon Meringue Pie offers a delightful balance of tart lemon filling and sweet, airy meringue.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 egg yolks
• 4 egg whites
• 6 tablespoons sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 1/4 cups sugar, flour, cornstarch, and water. Stir and cook over medium-high heat until it boils. Add lemon juice, zest, and butter.
4. Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl, add slowly to pan, stirring constantly.
5. Pour mixture into pie crust.
6. For the meringue, beat egg whites until frothy, gradually adding 6 tablespoons sugar until stiff peaks form.
7. Spread meringue over the pie.
8. Bake for 10 minutes or until meringue is golden.

8. Blueberry Pie

Bursting with fresh blueberries, this pie is a summer favorite.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 4 cups fresh blueberries
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, zest, and cinnamon.
4. Pour blueberry mixture into the crust.
5. Top with the second crust, crimp the edges, and cut a few slits for steam.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
7. Let the pie cool before slicing.

9. Cherry Pie

Ruby-red cherries make this classic pie irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 4 cups pitted cherries
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, mix cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and almond extract.
4. Pour mixture into the crust.
5. Top with the second crust, seal, and cut steam vents.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until crust is golden.
7. Cool before serving.

10. Chocolate Cream Pie

Luxuriously smooth and chocolatey, this pie is perfect for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients:

• 1 graham cracker crust
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
2. Gradually whisk in milk, then cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
3. In a bowl, lightly beat egg yolks. Gradually whisk in a small amount of hot mixture, then return all to pan, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Pour into graham cracker crust. Cover surface with plastic wrap.
6. Chill until firm. Top with whipped cream before serving.

11. Coconut Cream Pie

For coconut fans, this pie is a creamy, dreamy delight.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 cups milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream for topping
• Toasted coconut for garnish

Instructions:

1. Pre-bake pie crust according to directions.
2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
3. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
4. Beat egg yolks lightly in a bowl. Gradually whisk a small amount of hot mixture into yolks; add back to pan, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in coconut, butter, and vanilla.
6. Pour into baked crust. Cover with plastic wrap.
7. Chill until firm. Top with whipped cream and toasted coconut before serving.

12. Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Tangy rhubarb balanced with sweet strawberries makes for a tasty pie.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 2 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 2 1/2 cups chopped rhubarb
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, combine strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, and cornstarch.
4. Pour the mixture into the crust.
5. Top with the second crust, seal, and cut steam vents.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and bubbling.
7. Cool before serving.

13. Peach Pie

Succulent peaches are the star of this delightful pie.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 5 cups sliced fresh peaches
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, mix peaches, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
4. Pour the mixture into the crust.
5. Top with the second crust, seal, and make steam vents.
6. Bake for 35-45 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbly.
7. Cool before slicing.

14. Mixed Berry Pie

A medley of fresh berries makes this pie bright and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 1 1/2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 1/2 cups blueberries
• 1 1/2 cups raspberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
4. Pour mixture into the crust.
5. Top with the second crust, seal, and cut vents for steam.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling.
7. Cool before serving.

15. Peanut Butter Pie

Creamy, nutty, and slightly salty, this pie will have you reaching for seconds.

Ingredients:

• 1 graham cracker crust
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, beat peanut butter and cream cheese until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
3. Fold in whipped topping until blended.
4. Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
5. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

16. Buttermilk Pie

Southern comfort in a pie with a custardy, tangy filling.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, mix sugar and flour. Stir in melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into the crust.
5. Sprinkle nutmeg over the top.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until set and golden.
7. Cool completely before serving.

17. Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

A divine combination of chocolate and peanut butter in a creamy pie.

Ingredients:

• 1 chocolate cookie crust
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, beat peanut butter and cream cheese until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
3. Fold in whipped topping.
4. Pour mixture into chocolate cookie crust.
5. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
6. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

18. Blackberry Pie

A sweet and tart blackberry filling makes for a lovely pie.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 4 cups fresh blackberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, mix blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
4. Pour mixture into the crust.
5. Top with the second crust, seal, and cut vents for steam.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbly.
7. Cool before serving.

19. Shoofly Pie

A traditional Amish dessert with a molasses-rich filling.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 cup molasses
• 3/4 cup hot water
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, mix molasses, hot water, and baking soda.
4. In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and butter to make crumbs.
5. Pour molasses mixture into pie crust; sprinkle crumbs over the top.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until firm.
7. Cool before serving.

20. Maple Pecan Pie

A delightful twist on classic pecan pie with the addition of rich maple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a bowl, mix maple syrup, corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until well blended.
4. Arrange pecan halves in crust.
5. Pour filling over pecans.
6. Bake for 60-70 minutes until filling is set.
7. Cool before serving.

21. S’mores Pie

A campfire favorite turned into a pie with layers of chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers.

Ingredients:

• 1 graham cracker crust
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme
• Mini marshmallows for topping

Instructions:

1. In a microwaveable bowl, heat chocolate chips and heavy cream until melted; stir until smooth.
2. Spread chocolate mixture in graham crust.
3. Chill in refrigerator until firm.
4. Spread marshmallow creme over chocolate.
5. Top with mini marshmallows.
6. Optional: Broil briefly to toast marshmallows.

22. Pear Pie

A delicate and fragrant pear pie that’s a nice change from the usual options.

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts
• 5 cups sliced fresh pears
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, combine pears, sugar, flour, ginger, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
4. Pour the pear mixture into the pie crust.
5. Top with the second crust, seal the edges, and cut a few slits for steam to escape.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
7. Let the pie cool before serving.

23. Raspberry Cream Pie

A light and creamy pie bursting with fresh raspberries.

Ingredients:

• 1 graham cracker crust
• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
• 2 cups fresh raspberries

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Fold in the whipped topping until well-blended.
3. Gently fold in the raspberries.
4. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and spread evenly.
5. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

24. Sweet Potato Pie

A sumptuous, spiced pie perfect for fall or any time you're in the mood for something comforting.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cooked
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a mixing bowl, blend the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth.
4. Add the butter, sugar, milk, eggs, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, and mix until well blended.
5. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the pie crust.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the pie cool before serving.

Conclusion

From the vibrant hues of berry-filled delights to the rich decadence of chocolate and caramel, these 24 pie recipes offer a delicious escape into a world of flavors and aromas. Baking pies has always been a favorite pastime of mine, a mix of creativity, comfort, and sheer joy.

Each pie tells its own story, a blend of tradition and innovation. I hope these recipes inspire you to make your own memories and create new traditions in your kitchen. Nothing brings people together like a warm slice of pie, and I can't wait to hear how these recipes become a part of your celebrations and everyday moments. Happy baking, and even happier indulging!