37 Summer Pie Recipes You're Going To Want To Make Even After Labor Day (2024)

It's summer. Let's eat pie.

By Mackenzie Filson
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When it comes to summer sweets, pies are the ultimate way to highlight all the best produce of the season. Blackberries, cherries, strawberries, and peaches all get their well-deserved spotlight as the star of some of our favorite pies. But then there's also cherry pie, Key lime pie, coconut cream pie... we don't even know which pie to start with, TBH. Whether you're looking for a no-bake dessert (the best kind during summer!) or a classic pie like a lemon meringue pie, here are all 37 of the easiest summer pie (and some tart!) recipes you could ever dream of. It's finally summer, so let us eat PIE.

Looking for something a bit, well, more low-maintenance than a pie? Maybe you shake things up by going free-form with an easy peach galette. Or perhaps you keep the fuss (but add a little boozy helper) with our cherry old-fashioned pie that is laced with a bit of bourbon. The only non-negotiable part? Topping all of these freshly baked pies with a healthy scoop of vanilla ice cream.

If you're somewhat of a pie renegade (or just don't really jam with fruity pies), no sweat. We've got plenty of rich, creamy, luscious pies that you'll be more than proud to bring to all those summer parties. Maybe you're craving chocolate and only chocolate? Try this insanely light yet rich chocolate pudding pie! Craving something buttery and comforting? This chess pie is just for you. Not a pie person? This birthday cake pie just might make you join Team Pie. Craving something on the chillier side? Either our frozen Samoa pie or cookies 'n' cream ice cream pie will help cool you down.

Still hungry? Try out all our favorite easy summer desserts, icebox cakes, and all these quick, easy fruit dessert recipes next!

1

Blackberry Pie

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Fresh fruit pies are some of our all-time favorite desserts, and highlight all our favorite seasonal fruits like blackberries. We promise our easy, buttery, flaky pie crust is worth the extra time and steps and make this pie special. You can see our pie crust recipe for a step-by-step tutorial on how to make an easy lattice top. Looking for more pie ideas? You can never go wrong with a blueberry pie.

Get the Blackberry Pie recipe.

2

Strawberry Cheesecake Pie

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You only need six ingredients to make this no-bake stunner—a graham cracker crust, heavy cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, and chopped strawberries!

Get the Strawberry Cheesecake Pie recipe.

3

Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Tart

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This tart is my formal request to have chocolate chip cookies in all forms. The crust is more like a shortbread version of the classic cookie to make it sturdy enough to perfectly hold its shape and the caramel and chocolate layers on top. It’s a sliceable, shareable cookie and a really wonderful option for your next gathering.

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4

Atlantic Beach Pie

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Key lime pie and lemon meringue pie lovers, gather around. Perfected by Chef Bill Smith at his iconic restaurant, Crook’s Corner in North Carolina, Atlantic beach pie is a twist on a North Carolina dessert staple. What makes this cool, creamy dessert truly unique? That buttery cracker pie crust you're going to want to use for all your pies.

Get the Atlantic Beach Pie recipe.

5

Key Lime Pie Mousse

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Nothing says summer quite like a tart Key lime pie. This mousse is every bit as refreshing, with a fluffy texture and a crispy oat crumble we could eat on its own. Key limes are more tart than traditional limes and well worth finding for this mousse.

Get the Key Lime Pie Mousse recipe.

6

Chocolate Fluffernutter Pie

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Add this no-bake pie to your summertime routine ASAP. You just might find yourself adding marshmallow whipped cream to... everything.

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7

Peach Galette

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We do use our pie dough for the crust, but with a galette, you can skip all of the crimping and extra chilling. When rolling out the crust, don't worry too much if the edges start getting uneven or craggily. That will only add to the final look!

Get the Peach Galette recipe.

8

No-Bake Banana Caramel Pecan Pie

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When it comes to old-school desserts, banana cream pie and pecan pie are always at the top of the list. If you’re torn between which dessert should be the centerpiece of your holiday table, why not combine them? This pie pairs pecans in a sticky caramel, layered with bananas, and topped with a light and fluffy vanilla cream filling. Think banoffee pie, taken over the top with pecans and caramel. Best part? It’s completely no-bake, so you won’t be fighting for the oven space.

Get the No-Bake Banana Caramel Pecan Pie recipe.

9

Bourbon Peach Pie

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Let this pie be the first thing you make to celebrate peach season. It has a flaky buttery pie crust that is so easy and makes it worth making your own! The filling is rich with spices and hint of bourbon that really makes the pie stand out. Peaches too firm? Baking them into this pie makes them perfectly jammy.

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Apple Hand Pies

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Hear us out: Hand pies just might be better than regular pies. They have the perfect crust-to-filling ratio. They're less work than a classic double-crust pie too. But perhaps the best part? No soggy bottoms. Plus, hand pies are delicious and can be filled with everything from blueberries to peaches.

Get the Apple Hand Pies recipe.

11

Mississippi Mud Pie

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This layered masterpiece is comprised of a graham-cracker base, brownie, and pudding, all crowned by whipped cream. You'll eat this up in one Mississippi.

Get the Mississippi Mud Pie recipe.

12

Easy Key Lime Pie

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Do we sometimes freeze this Key lime pie on a stick and dip in chocolate for the authentic Key West experience? Maybe.

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13

Banana Cream Pie

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Is there anything as lovely as a homemade pie? We think not. While pumpkin pie and apple pie are best in the fall, banana cream pie is just the treat for special occasions all year long. It's layered with dreamy vanilla pastry cream and slices of banana, all topped with clouds of whipped cream. This version calls for our favorite basic pie dough, but of course you can use store-bought dough if you prefer.

Get the Banana Cream Pie recipe.

14

Peanut Butter Banana Pie

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This is a nostalgic feeling pie that’s rich and creamy and easy to make. It feels like the peanut butter and banana sandwich you’d make after school, but so much better. The chocolate crust is rich and gives the perfect crunch against the smooth filling, and since it’s a press-in crust, it takes much less effort than a traditional pie crust. The filling is no-bake and unbelievably addicting; to say we are obsessed is an understatement.

Get the Peanut Butter Banana Pie recipe.

15

Coconut Cream Pie

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Packed with toasted coconut flakes and coconut milk, this pie makes us go coconuts. Add some coconut whipped cream if you're craving even more.

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Blueberry Pie

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Fresh blueberry pie makes us want to sit on the back porch and enjoy the warm summer breeze. Just add homemade ice cream.

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17

Rhubarb Pie

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The caramelized sanding sugar on this rhubarb pie crust makes it a springtime stunner. Though we love strawberry rhubarb pie (and our recipe is perfect), this pie lets the tart rhubarb take the center stage.

Get the Rhubarb Pie recipe.

18

Lemon Icebox Pie

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Extra buttery graham crackers meet a sweet, zesty lemon curd-esque filling in this amazing icebox pie. If you’re still looking for a truly no-bake lemon option, check out our lemon icebox cake.

Get the Lemon Icebox Pie recipe.

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Cookies 'N' Cream Ice Cream Pie

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We get it; maybe you just can't choose between a chocolaty pie, cake, or ice cream? This ice cream pie is the most delicious compromise: a buttery Oreo crust is filled with a cookies 'n' cream ice cream (and plenty of hot fudge sauce).

Get the Cookies 'N' Cream Ice Cream Pie recipe.

20

Easy Lemon Meringue Pie

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We'll take any excuse to decorate with meringue. Delicious pie and arts and craft project? Sign us up.

Get the Lemon Meringue Pie recipe.

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FAQs

How many days ahead can you make pies? ›

Apple and other fruit pies keep at room temperature for up to two days, then in the fridge for two more. Pumpkin, custard, or other egg/dairy-based pies can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Pie dough can keep for two to three days in the fridge, or up to three months in the freezer.

How many days ahead can you make pumpkin pie? ›

Pumpkin pie is a great make-ahead dessert to cross off your Thanksgiving to-do list. You can prepare and bake the pie up to two days in advance, and it will still taste great on the big day. Just make sure you store the pie in the refrigerator—not on the kitchen counter—until you are ready to serve it.

Can I prepare an apple pie and bake it the next day? ›

Can You Prep Apple Pie Ahead of Time? Our Test Kitchen doesn't recommend assembling an apple pie before baking it at a later time. If made ahead without baking, the pastry crust can become too wet and end up soggy after baking.

When should you make pies for Thanksgiving? ›

For best results, I typically bake pies up to no more than 2 days in advance if I plan to store them in the fridge or at room temperature. All pies made with eggs and dairy products like milk, cream, cream cheese, sour cream need to be refrigerated. This includes pumpkin pie, cream pies, etc.

Is it better to freeze pies, baked or unbaked? ›

Most pies will freeze well from a raw or cooked state. However, custard filled pies do not tend to freeze well. When freezing a fruit pie, you'll see the best results if you freeze a combination of cooked fruit filling in a raw pastry. Raw fruit filling can become watery on thawing and may require additional thickener.

How long can you keep an unbaked pie in the fridge? ›

It will keep uncooked in the refrigerator for up to two days. When you're ready to bake, bring it just to room temperature and then bake according to your recipe.

Can I leave homemade pumpkin pie out overnight? ›

Homemade pie that has been left out for longer than two hours should be thrown away. If you left any pumpkin pie out for too long, don't be tempted to roll the dice. Thanksgiving is about more than just pumpkin pie. It's about gratitude and family and friends—none of whom want to get sick!

How long can you keep a pumpkin pie before it goes bad? ›

How Long Does Pumpkin Pie Last? The USDA says that pumpkin pie will last safely in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Some store-bought pumpkin pies may have preservatives that could affect this, but in general, pumpkin pies that are homemade or baked fresh at the bakery or store will follow this general rule.

Is it better to freeze a pumpkin pie before or after baking? ›

You can freeze a pumpkin pie before or after baking—though we recommend letting a baked pie come all the way to room temperature before freezing. This is because you want the pie to freeze as quickly as possible.

What are the best apples for apple pie? ›

The best apples for making apple pie
  • Braeburn. This apple is a descendant of Granny Smith, but slightly sweeter. ...
  • Cortland. ...
  • Crispin (Mutsu). ...
  • Golden Delicious. ...
  • Granny Smith. ...
  • Honeycrisp. ...
  • Jonagold or Jonathan. ...
  • Northern Spy.
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Should apples be cooked before making pie? ›

Baking the apple slices first. It's the magic key to a crispy base, superior flavour and perfectly-cooked-and-never-mushy filling. It's also how you get a generous amount of pie filling without the dreaded giant empty cavity under the lid.

How far in advance can I make an apple pie for Thanksgiving? ›

Bake your holiday pie in advance (up to 2 weeks) this year, then freeze and forget it. Simply thaw it in the fridge overnight, then pop it in the oven right before serving to take the chill off.

What 4 types of pies are most popular at Thanksgiving? ›

Since these are Thanksgiving-specific pies, we've gotta mention the quintessential ones—pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie, pecan pie, and apple pie. They're classics for a reason, and we really think our recipes for them are the best.

Should pies be baked covered or uncovered? ›

If the pie is not quite done but the top or edges are becoming too dark, loosely cover the top of the pie with aluminum foil to shield it from the heat. A glass pie dish is a great way to ensure the bottom crust is fully baked; using a baking stone or pizza stone is another trick.

What pies can be made ahead of time? ›

I frequently bake and freeze my classic apple pie, favorite cherry pie, blueberry pie, and very cherry berry pie with fresh cranberries with excellent results. I do not recommend freezing custard or cream pies, as the texture of the filling doesn't hold up well to freezing.

How early can you make pies for Christmas? ›

So you could make the pie on the morning of Christmas Eve and then bake it on Boxing Day. You could also assemble the pie and then freeze it (unbaked) up to a month in advance. The pie will need to be thatwed for 24 hours in the fridge before you bake it.

How do you keep pies fresh for days? ›

Custard and cream pies, and any pies containing eggs and dairy. Cover with plastic wrap as soon as they're cool and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Fruit-filled pies. Storable at room temp for up to 2 days, then refrigerate for up to 2 days.

How many days ahead can you make pie crust? ›

Prepare your favorite recipe (try our recipes for single-crust pastry or gluten-free pie crust) as directed, but don't roll it out. Instead, flatten the pastry into a patty or form it into a ball, then wrap it in plastic wrap, label it, and seal. You can keep your pie dough in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can you make a meat pie in advance? ›

MAKE-AHEAD TIP

To assemble the pie in advance, cool the beef filling before putting into the pie. Both the filling and pastry can be made up to 24 hrs in advance too, just keep chilled in the fridge before assembling.

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