25 Best Summer Pie Recipes for Your Baking List
Cherry! Strawberry! Peach pistachio!
It is a truth universally acknowledged that summer pies are some of the best kinds of pies. We know, we know: You probably don't want to turn on the oven in the middle of summer, but guess what? Several of the pies included in this roundup can be made ahead, and several others require no baking at all! When fresh summer fruit is peaking, there's no better time to whip up a beautiful lattice pie, slab pie, or wow-worthy tart and fill it with the fruits of the season.
Whether you're searching for the perfect 4th of July dessert or have some extra ripe fruit on hand to use up, these pies are here to save the day. There's juicy berry, peach, and cherry-filled pies, fruit-topped tarts, and tons of citrusy sweets to satisfy every craving. Can't get enough chocolate desserts? There's a show-stopping layered Mississippi mud pie that will wow everyone who gets a slice. Have a hankering for bananas? Well... you and Ree Drummond must not share similar taste buds, so try the Banana Cream Pie! There's even a savory pie in this mix—a glorious heirloom tomato pie that's full of cheesy goodness. For the crusts of these pies, allow us to direct you to Ree's perfect pie crust, or you can pick something a bit simpler and opt for a quick graham cracker crumb instead. "Few things are much better than pie," Ree Drummond likes to say. And who could disagree?
Blueberry Pie
Blueberries shine in this pretty lattice pie! The filling is nice and thick so each slice holds together well, and that means it's easier to serve. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!
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Atlantic Beach Pie
If you love your sweets with a side of salty, you'll fall in love with this citrus pie. The crust is made from crushed up saltine crackers and the creamy filling is packed with lemon and lime juice. It's a burst of flavor in every bite!
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Banana Cream Pie
Bananas may not be for everyone (just ask Ree Drummond!) but this pie is a crowd pleaser! The filling is a creamy custard perfumed with vanilla that gets layered with bananas into a buttery, flaky pie crust.
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Fruit Tart
Let summer's best fruit shine in this tart! As if the glossy fruit topping wasn't delicious enough, there's a buttery crust and cream cheese filling to take it over the top!
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Double Cherry-Almond Slab Pie
When you need to make pie to a crowd, pull out this recipe! It's made in a sheet pan with a sturdy double crust, so it's super easy to slice into squares and serve.
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Tomato Pie
Pile all the prettiest heirloom tomatoes into this cheesy summertime pie. You can serve it warm, cold, or at room temperature—it's delicious every which way!
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Coconut Cream Pie
This classic is for the true coconut lover! The filling is creamy and packed with both coconut milk and shreds, and the topping is simply whipped cream. The finishing touch? More coconut of course!
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Lemon Tart
While it may technically be called a tart, this citrusy treat is practically a pie! The bright, tart lemon curd filling is like a bite of sunshine. Top it with fresh whipped cream and berries!
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Mississippi Mud Pie
Chocolate desserts are welcome any time of year and this layered beauty is one that'll impress! It may be ultra rich, but it's also cool and creamy making it a perfect chocolaty treat on a hot summer day.
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No-Bake Key Lime Pie
Key lime pie is a quintessential summer dessert, and this recipe makes it even easier. There's no baking required! The crust is frozen rather than baked and the filling sets up during a long chill in the fridge.
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Peach Galette
This rustic peach pie is made with store-bought pie crust, so it comes together in no time! Serve each slice warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream!
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Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
The trick to this creamy meringue topping is using a kitchen torch to make it nice and toasty. Alternatively, place the whole pie under the broiler for about a minute—just be careful it doesn’t touch the top of the broiler!
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Strawberry Pie
Summertime is the season of easy desserts, and this five-ingredient strawberry pie is no exception. Plus, it would make a beautiful addition to your July 4th menu.
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Classic Key Lime Pie
This make-ahead pie is best served chilled, so it’s perfect for those hot days of summer. It’s bright, creamy and packed with citrus-y flavor.
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Chocolate Pie
Chocolate lovers will go crazy for this decadent chocolate pudding pie. You can even customize it by using traditional pie crust, graham cracker crust, or Oreo crumbs.
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Cherry Pie
This cherry pie is the epitome of summer. It’ll be a hit at any picnic or backyard BBQ—especially when served with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Caramel Apple Pie
Apple pie might be symbolic of fall, but apples are actually in season as early as July. This apple pie is one of Ree Drummond’s favorites. "It's so dadgum good!" she says.
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Peach Melba Tart
Instead of your typical pie crust, this sheet-pan tart is made with frozen puff pastry. It couldn’t be easier—but your guests don’t have to know that!
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French Silk Pie
To make the chocolate curls on this classic pie, melt some chopped semi-sweet chocolate with 1 tablespoon shortening and spread it onto a baking sheet. Freeze it for a few minutes, then scrape the chocolate using a sharp-edged spatula. Freeze the curls until you’re ready to decorate!
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Mini Blueberry Galettes
A galette is basically a flattened-out version of pie—just slightly more rustic-looking—so you don’t have to worry about making the edges perfectly crimped. Fill them with blueberries for an easy summer dessert.
Get Ree's Mini Blueberry Galettes recipe.
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