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Christmas dinner gets all the attention, but let’s be honest—everyone’s really here for dessert. More specifically: the pie! It’s the final act, the showstopper, the thing people actually talk about on the way home.
And when it hits just right? Game over!
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This list rounds up 18 Christmas pie recipes that are equal parts festive and foolproof.
Think classics with a twist (gingerbread filling included), cosy winter flavours, and one or two wildcard options if you’re in the mood to switch things up this year. Some are make-ahead friendly, some are a little extra—but every single one is worth the oven time.
Save it, screenshot it, or send it to the group chat—whatever works. Just don’t wait until Christmas Eve to figure out what you’re baking.
1. Christmas Pie
CREDIT: KITCHEN FUN WITH MY THREE SONS
This one’s for the maximalists. A sugar cookie crust, creamy custard filling, and sprinkles that scream Christmas. Kid-friendly, but don’t be surprised when the adults go back for seconds.
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CREDIT: GRANDBABY CAKES
Cool, creamy, and very “I got this from a boutique bakery” energy. The chocolate base is silky, the peppermint is subtle, and the whipped topping is basically snow in pie form.
3. Delicious Bourbon & Mixed Berries Pie
CREDIT: THE GRUMPY OLIVE
Old-school charm, zero effort to impress. The flaky golden crust and tart berry filling bring just the right amount of drama to your dessert table—no pastry skills required beyond a decent braid.
4. Christmas Tree Hand Pies
CREDIT: THE COUNTRY COOK
No plate, no problem. These little hand pies are shaped like festive trees and filled with sweet cherry goodness—perfect for parties, picnics, or passing around in your pyjamas.
5. Chocolate Raspberry Pie
CREDIT: FAT DAD FOODIE
If a chocolate truffle and a cheesecake had a holiday fling, it would look like this. Silky, rich, with just enough raspberry to balance the decadence.
6. No-Bake Gingerbread Pie
CREDIT: CHOCOLATE MOOSEY
All the gingerbread vibes, minus the oven time. It’s creamy, a little spicy, and has that perfect biscuit base that tastes like December. Great for last-minute plans or low-effort hosting.
7. Low Sugar Dark Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pie
CREDIT: RACHAEL HARTLEY
A pecan pie for people who roll their eyes at pecan pie. The chunks of dark chocolate cut through the sweetness and add just enough bite to balance things out. Serve it warm with cream, or don’t—either way, it works.
8. No-Bake Nutella Pie with Hazelnut Praline
CREDIT: COOKING ON THE WEEKENDS
Luxe without being fussy. This no-bake Nutella number is topped with golden hazelnut praline and tastes like it belongs in a fancy dessert bar—except you made it in your own kitchen.
9. S’mores Pie
CREDIT: THE GIRL WHO ATE EVERYTHING
Everything you love about a campfire treat, reimagined for the dessert table. Gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate, and golden graham-y edges—it’s loud, nostalgic, and impossible to ignore.
10. Candy Cane Pie
CREDIT: QUICHE MY GRITS
The visual appeal? Instant. The flavour? Creamy, minty, and unapologetically festive. It’s giving North Pole bake-off energy—in the best way.
11. Cranberry Crumb Pie
CREDIT: BAKING SENSE
Sweet-tart cranberry filling meets a buttery brown sugar topping. It’s simple, seasonal, and delivers big nostalgic energy without trying too hard.
12. No-Bake Mint Chocolate Chip Pie
CREDIT: DINNERS, DISHES AND DESSERTS
Fresh, fluffy, and straight from your childhood dreams. It’s light enough to follow a full roast dinner but indulgent enough to steal a few extra forkfuls.
13. White Chocolate Cranberry Tart
CREDIT: DELIGHT FUEL
Minimal effort, major aesthetic payoff. The sugared cranberries and rosemary are festive without screaming, and the white chocolate filling is creamy but not too sweet. Very Instagram-friendly.
14. Snickerdoodle Pie Recipe
CREDIT: SOMETHING SWANKY
Think of this as the glow-up version of your favourite childhood cookie. With a cinnamon-sugar filling and a soft, chewy centre, it’s like biting into a snickerdoodle—only warmer, gooier, and way more impressive-looking on a plate.
15. Pumpkin Pie
CREDIT: TASTES BETTER FROM SCRATCH
No reinvention here—just a proper, no-fuss pumpkin pie done really well. Smooth, spiced, and paired with a crisp buttery crust. Sometimes, the classic hits hardest.
16. Apple Cranberry Crumble Pie
CREDIT: TUTTI DOLCE
Tart, sweet, and covered in the kind of crumbly topping that never survives past day one. Ideal for when you want something traditional with a tiny bit of edge.
17. Maple Sweet Potato Pie
CREDIT: EVERYDAY PIE
This one’s got range. Earthy, subtly sweet, and laced with maple, it’s a smooth, spiced twist on a classic. Basically, if pumpkin pie feels a little too predictable, start here.
18. Fudge Brownie Pie
CREDIT: SALLY’S BAKING ADDICTION
No one regrets choosing the chocolate option. This one’s rich, dense, and borderline gooey—basically a brownie in a pie shell. Serve with cold cream or a little sea salt on top.