21 Old-Fashioned Pies That Signal Summer’s Sweet Goodbye

Late summer just feels like the perfect time for a slice of something warm, buttery, and straight from the oven. From flaky crusts to juicy, tender fillings, these old-fashioned pies bring back the flavors we grew up with—and maybe a few you’ve never tried. They’re the kind of bakes that turn lazy afternoons into sweet memories, one forkful at a time.

Fresh Peach Pie with a Lattice Top

peach pie with a rolling pin in the background. — Fresh Peach Pie with a Lattice Top. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Old-fashioned baking shines in this golden lattice-topped pie, filled with sweet summer peaches and kissed with brown sugar.
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Homemade French Silk Pie

This French Silk Pie is to die for with homemade pastry crust, silky chocolate filling, fresh whipped cream topping, and chocolate shavings.
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Strawberry Icebox Pie with Retro Pretzel Crust

Strawberry icebox pie with whipped cream.

This nostalgic pie pairs sweet strawberries and zesty lemon with a crunchy pretzel crust—ideal for cooling down on hot days.
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Possum Pie

Layered Possum Pie with toasted pecans, tangy cream cheese, rich chocolate custard, and whipped cream is a must-try dessert!
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Lemon Icebox Pie

Two slices of lemon pie on plates next to a pie dish. — Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With its classic graham cracker crust and creamy lemon filling, this Lemon Icebox Pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Butterscotch Pie

brown sugar pie with meringue on a white plate. — Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Pie With Meringue. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This old-fashioned Butterscotch Pie is ready in 30 minutes, made with a brown sugar custard filling. Packed with homemade flavor like Grandma used to make.
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Black Forest Pie

A chocolate lovers Black Forest Pie with a creamy chocolate filling between a layer of ganache and a layer of cherries.
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Banana Custard Pie

slices of banana cream pie on white plates with forks. — Banana Custard Pie. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

A silky banana custard filling inside a flaky crust makes this pie incredibly comforting. Served chilled, it’s one of those summer treats that never gets old.
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Blueberry Pie

This fresh blueberry pie recipe is easy and tastes so much better than canned pie filing. So simple to make blueberry pie filling like a pro!
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Millionaire Pie

Millionaire Pie is a super easy no-bake treat combining crushed pineapple, sweetened condensed milk, and Cool Whip for a creamy, tropical dessert.
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Chocolate Dirt Pie Recipe

This Chocolate Dirt Pie recipe is made with thick pie crust, an easy homemade chocolate pudding center and lots of crushed OREOS on top!
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Cranberry Pie

Cranberry Pie has the tartness of cranberries as well as citrusy notes from the orange zest and soft fluffiness from marshmallows!
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Coconut Custard Pie

Creamy coconut custard pie made with coconut milk, egg yolks, and a golden crust. Baked and topped with toasted coconut for a perfect finish.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Custard Pie: A Southern Classic

Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet Potato Pie with condensed milk, orange zest, and cinnamon makes for a creamy, flavorful dessert. Perfect for holidays or any time of year.
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Turtle Pie

Turtle Pie features a delicious Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and homemade caramel sauce with pecans, making it the ultimate indulgence.
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Apple Custard Pie

Buttery crust, tart apples, and a creamy custard filling make this Apple Custard Pie the perfect not-too-sweet comfort dessert.
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Strawberry Cool Whip Pie from Grandma’s Recipe Box

strawberry cool whip pie top view. — Strawberry Cool Whip Pie from Grandma’s Recipe Box. Photo credit: Mom Loves Baking.

Simple and sweet, this pie blends Jello, yogurt, and Cool Whip in a graham cracker crust—perfect for easy, old-fashioned baking fun.
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Lemon Curd Pie

a lemon cream pie topped with swirls of whipped cream. — No Bake Lemon Curd Pie With Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

A tangy lemon curd pie with a creamy filling and vanilla wafer crust. Bright, zesty, and perfect for any lemon lover.
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Pecan Pie

Chocolate Pecan Pie is a fun twist on a beloved classic, made with a flaky pie crust, a chocolate ganache base, and a toasty pecan filling.
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Summertime Strawberry Slab Pie

A slice of strawberry pie with whipped cream on top. — Summertime Strawberry Slab Pie. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This easy-to-slice pie layers juicy strawberries and citrusy zest in a buttery double crust—perfect for feeding a crowd at a summer picnic.
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Huckleberry Pie

This Huckleberry Pie recipe features the sweet-tart flavor of huckleberries, and is easily made with fresh or frozen fruit, or even jam!
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