Pi Day may not be a national holiday on the scale of Thanksgiving (the other unofficial Pie Day), but every March 14th, home cooks across the country break out their rolling pins in homage to the mathematical constant 3.14.
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RecipeLemon Meringue Pie
If you find this sweet, bright pie, with its billowy signature topping intimidating, you’re not alone.Watch our step-by-step videoto avoid the pitfalls associated with Lemon Meringue Pie and perfect this classic in time for Pi Day. -
RecipeCoffee-Toffee Pecan Pie
With notes of butterscotch, espresso, and bourbon, this is a pecan pie like no other. -
RecipeVegan Chocolate-Coconut Cream Pie
If you’re wondering, ‘How on Earth can a vegan, dairy-free pie taste as good as one loaded with cream and butter?’ Give this one a go, and serve it to the lactose-intolerant and vegans in your life. They will pester you to make this again and again, and you’ll do so happily, because you’ll love it too. -
RecipeFresh Pear Pie with Dried Cherries & Brown Sugar
A hint of spice lets the delicate flavor of the pears shine through, while the dried cherries are a welcome alternative to traditional raisins. -
RecipeRicotta & Rice Pie
Not every pie needs to be a sweet, fruit pie. This Italian-style ricotta-and-rice pie makes a beautiful dessert for Easter or other special occasions. -
RecipeFresh Raspberry Pie
Fresh Raspberry Pie can be made as one large double-crusted pie, or as good-for-giving tartlets with fun pastry cutouts placed on top. -
RecipeChocolate Chiffon Pie
Although it may appear dense and rich, this pie feels light and fluffy in your mouth. It’s not difficult to make and always wins raves. -
RecipeClassic Key Lime Pie
This classic includes a flaky pastry crust, billowy whipped-cream topping, and of course a silky, aromatic sweet-tart custard filling. If you can’t find fresh Key limes, you can substitute common lime juice, which will be tart but without the floral notes found in Key limes. -
RecipeLattice-Topped Blueberry Pie
Blueberries are the easiest fruit to turn into pie—just toss them with lemon, sugar, and cornstarch and put in the pie shell.
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RecipeCoconut Cream Pie
Even people who say they don't like coconut love this pie. The chocolate cookie crust and the coconut rum set it apart and take this dessert to another level. -
RecipeClassic Apple Pie
The filling in this all-American classic is lovely: a blend of sweet Cortlands and tangy Granny Smiths, laced with just enough sugar and spice to make the apples' flavors sing. -
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RecipeStrawberry-Rhubarb Pie
Don’t worry if the crust cracks slightly during baking; it only adds to the homemade look of the pie.
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RecipeBlack-Bottom Buttermilk Pie
Old-fashioned buttermilk pie is as sweet and tangy as it is comforting, and it’s the perfect canvas for showcasing buttermilk’s unique flavor. Here, the custard bakes in a gorgeous dark brown, bittersweet chocolate crust with a texture somewhere between a cookie and a traditional pie dough. -
RecipeTipsy Apple Pie
Upgrade your apple pie with a splash of good bourbon and a helping of velvety prunes. The embellishments are elegant and meant to be appreciated by grown-ups, yet subtle and coy enough to be enjoyed by children.
