If you love meals that are both easy and full of flavor, Pies to make before summer ends will deliver. The recipes here work for busy weeknights, relaxed weekends, or sharing with friends. Simple ingredients come together for results that feel special.

Puff Pastry Apple Pie Pockets

A flaky pastry filled with spiced apples is cut in half on a wooden board.
Puff Pastry Apple Pie Pockets. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

This puff pastry apple pie is apple pie like you’ve never had before. Tender, juicy, perfectly-spiced apples inside a flaky, buttery puff pastry delivers all the flavors of the classic dessert with half the effort. This melt-in-your-mouth treat is a must at your upcoming holiday celebrations, but who’s to say you can’t enjoy them year round?
Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Apple Pie Pockets

Easy Cheeseburger Pie

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Easy Cheeseburger Pie. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

This cheeseburger pie is perfect for a low-stress dinner any day of the week! Flavored with simple everyday ingredients, it is sure to be a new family favorite. Plus, you probably already have these budget-friendly ingredients on hand in your fridge right now.
Get the Recipe: Easy Cheeseburger Pie

Slab Pecan Pie Bars

Pecan dessert squares stack on top of each other.
Slab Pecan Pie Bars. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Buttery shortbread crust and gooey caramel have a nutty topping of toasted pecans. So good and great for fall celebrations.
Get the Recipe: Slab Pecan Pie Bars

Pecan bars on a baking sheet.
Pecan Pie Magic Cookie Bars with Chocolate Shortbread Crust. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Pecan Pie Magic Cookie Bars with Chocolate Shortbread Crust have a buttery shortbread crust with layers of pecan pie flavors.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Magic Cookie Bars with Chocolate Shortbread Crust

Blackberry Crumble Pie

Overhead shot of blackberry crumble pie with one slice on a serving plate.
Blackberry Crumble Pie. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Blackberry crumble pie features a homemade blackberry pie filling, a buttery pie crust on the bottom, and a spiced crumb topping on top. Rich, delicious, and perfect for the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Blackberry Crumble Pie

Bosnian Pita Pie

Cheesy cinnamon rolls in a white baking dish.
Bosnian Pita Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Handmade dough is stretched into a paper-thin, translucent pastry, stuffed with various fillings and rolled into traditional Bosnian pita pie.
Get the Recipe: Bosnian Pita Pie

Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie

Overhead view of apple pie with apples.
Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

This Lattice Top Apple Pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for a cozy night in. The combination of sweet apples and warm spices make this pie a comforting and delicious treat.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie

Gluten free pecan pie with maple syrup and maple dulce de leche cream

Close up of pecan pie with dulce de leche cream.
Gluten free pecan pie with maple syrup and maple dulce de leche cream. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

A flaky, buttery gluten free pecan pie that is inspired by Southern pecan pie flavors: bourbon, maple syrup and pecans.
Get the Recipe: Gluten free pecan pie with maple syrup and maple dulce de leche cream

Chicken Pot Pie

A plate of pot pie on a table.
Chicken Pot Pie. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Experience the ultimate comfort food with a keto-friendly twist. Featuring chicken, a variety of vegetables, and a golden biscuit-style topping made with almond flour and cheese, this dish is both hearty and satisfying. It takes about 55 minutes to prepare, including both prep and cook time, making it an ideal option for a cozy family dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie

Coconut Cream Pie

A slice of coconut cream pie on a plate.
Coconut Cream Pie. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

This no-bake Coconut Cream Pie is a dream dessert for those on a diet. It features a buttery crust, a creamy pudding filling, fluffy whipped cream topping, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut. The pie is easy to prepare and sets in the fridge, making it perfect for special occasions or get-togethers. It’s a delightful way to enjoy a classic dessert in a keto-friendly version.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Cream Pie

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