When the temperatures drop and all I crave is something cozy, I turn straight to pie. I’ve gathered 24 of my most beloved winter pies in one spot, from savory, veggie packed dinners to sweet, creamy slices of pure joy. They’re the kind of recipes that fill your kitchen with warm smells and your heart with all the comfort you need.
1. Peppermint Pie
I’m kicking things off with a peppermint pie so simple it almost makes itself. If you got handed dessert duty at the holiday office party and baking isn’t your thing, this is your moment. It sits on a sweet, crumbly Oreo cookie crust and gets piled high with a dreamy, irresistible filling of marshmallows, whipped cream, and cool peppermint.
2. Pecan Pie
Next up, a pie that feels like a hug from the past. Pecan pie shows up at every single Thanksgiving and Christmas in my house, no exceptions.
Those nutty, salty pecans suspended in a sweet, sticky, buttery syrup create the most chewy, decadent filling imaginable. It’s Southern cooking at its finest, totally holiday worthy but so easy you can throw it together on any old Tuesday. It’s such a cinch, the kids can even jump in and help.
3. Butternut Squash Pie
Butternut squash is sweeter than pumpkin, so if you’re a sweet tooth, this recipe is for you. Flavored with brown sugar and cinnamon, this cozy, warming pie is pure winter perfection. It’s such an easy recipe that calls for basic ingredients.
4. Walnut Mincemeat Pie
This walnut mincemeat pie comes together in just two steps, but it tastes like you put in way more effort. If you’re new to mincemeat, it’s a British mixture of chopped dried fruits and spices. The name comes from the old tradition of adding meat, but these days most versions use just beef suet.
5. Raisin Pie
I totally get it if you cringed at the name. But please, give it a chance.
You might think it’ll let you down, but it absolutely won’t. Don’t be shocked if your taste buds start craving this raisin pie. I’ve served it to the most devoted raisin hater I know, and they went back for seconds.
6. Chocolate Pie
Calling all vegan chocoholics, this pie was made for you. It’s so rare to find a vegan chocolate pie that doesn’t scream ‘vegan’ but here it is. Bookmark it now. 100% dairy free and 100% delicious, with a decadent cookie crust and an even more decadent chocolate filling, this pie is a dream come true.
7. Leek Mushroom Pie
Okay, leeks and mushrooms may not sound as thrilling as chocolate and salted caramel, but they make an amazing team. This pie is sinfully creamy and bursting with umami flavor.
The mushrooms bring earthy, meaty vibes, and the leeks deliver that mellow onion deliciousness. It also happens to be vegan, so everyone can dig in.
8. Cheddar Pear Pie
Cheese and pears are a match made in heaven. Sure, you could just slice them onto a platter and call it a day.
But if you want to get a little fancy, bake them into this pie. Something truly delightful happens when sweet, crunchy pears meet soft, salty cheddar.
9. Snickerdoodle Pie
If you love snickerdoodles, this pie will call your name. It captures all the flavors of that favorite cookie and then takes things way further.
A buttery crust holds a creamy custard filling topped with syrup and cinnamon sugar, then a cream cheese glaze swoops in to finish. Each part is incredible alone, but together they’re a total flavor explosion. Truly a slice of heaven.
10. Apple Cranberry Galette
If pears aren’t your thing, go for this apple cranberry galette instead. The sweet apples and tart cranberries together are divine.
It amazes me how stunning it looks, as if you spent hours in the kitchen. But all you need is 30 minutes of prep, and the oven does the rest.
11. Cranberry Pie
Is it a pie or a cake? Who cares, because it’s straight up delicious.
The bottom is a crunchy sugar crust, the middle bursts with sweet and tart cranberry filling, and the top is a crumbly, flaky cake layer. Every forkful is an outstanding mash up of textures and flavors.
12. Ginger Pear Hand Pies
Hand pies are incredible, and these are truly special. Caramelized pears get a cozy upgrade from ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
The autumn and winter vibes are strong with this one! Wrapped up in buttery, flaky crusts, these little hand pies are absolutely the bomb.
13. Pear Galette
A galette is a rustic French pastry with a fruit filling, in this case pears. It sounds fancy and it is, but it’s also super simple to pull off.
Honestly, it’s way easier than a traditional pie. With this carefree galette, you just fold the edges over to keep the filling in place. I like to think of it as a pizza, but sweet and loaded with fruit.
14. Salted Caramel Pie
I am a total sucker for salted caramel. Anything with it is already a winner in my book.
But this pie? It’s next level amazing.
The filling isn’t just about the caramel, chocolate joins the party too. It’s the most epic flavor pairing in my world. A buttery Oreo crust gets filled with luscious caramel and finished with a drizzle of chocolate ganache on top.
15. Eggnog Pie
Can anything scream Christmas louder than eggnog pie? I really don’t think so.
This pie is pure richness and creamy overload. With nothing but the eggnog filling and a graham cracker crust, that iconic eggnog flavor truly shines.
16. Maple Pie
Calling all my Canadian friends, this one’s for you. This maple pie is the stuff of legends.
The filling is a simple mix of maple syrup, coconut cream, and tapioca flour that sets into a soft, almost wobbly consistency against that crispy shell. That unmistakable maple flavor really hits the spot. You can toss in some crushed pecans for a little extra crunch, too.
17. Brownie Pie
The name alone had me at hello. Who says you need to choose between two epic desserts?
If this brownie pie doesn’t wow your family and friends, I don’t know what will. Instead of the usual fruit or nut filling, you get a luscious brownie batter dotted with chocolate chips. Mind officially altered.
18. Winter Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie
Let’s take a quick detour from sweets and talk about this immaculate shepherd’s pie. This isn’t your everyday version, folks.
It still rocks that creamy mashed potato blanket on top, but underneath it’s all veggies, all delicious. A medley of vegetables and mushrooms makes the filling so scrumptious, I bet you won’t even think about meat.
19. Treacle Tart
If you’re a Harry Potter fan, this dessert probably rings a bell. Treacle tart is Harry’s favorite, and I totally get why.
This British classic features a buttery shortbread crust and a sweet, gooey, lemony filling. Treacle, or golden syrup, brings a one of a kind sweetness you can’t get from anything else.
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21. Sweet Potato Pie
Another Thanksgiving and Christmas essential right here. If you’re crazy for sweet potatoes, bookmark this one immediately.
The filling is simply mashed sweet potatoes blended with milk and cozy winter spices. It’s smooth, creamy, and perfectly sweet with just a whisper of spice.
22. Chocolate Orange Pie
I’ll be honest, I never thought chocolate and orange belonged together until this pie changed everything. It was love at first bite.
Picture an Oreo cookie crust filled with creamy orange filling speckled with bits of fresh orange, then draped in a decadent chocolate ganache. Trust me, this chocolate orange pie is a game changer.
23. Turkey Pot Pie
Chicken pot pie is always a winner, but turkey pot pie is the ultimate way to put that leftover Thanksgiving turkey to work. It’s a classic recipe with a festive twist. Say hello to the post Thanksgiving treat you never knew you needed.
24. Apple Pie
There are a million apple pie recipes out there, and honestly it’s a little overwhelming. So, mirror mirror on the wall, which one is the greatest of them all?
After testing batch after batch, I’m calling it: this is the one. I’m floored by how spot on the textures and flavors are. It’s every bit as good as my grandma’s.