When it comes to Christmas baking, cookies, cakes, and mile-high trifles are always top of our lists. But what about all of the spectacular holiday-worthy pies? From Peppermint Pie to Chocolate Gravy Pie, we’ve rounded up ten impressive desserts that should always be a part of your Christmas Day menu.
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01 of 10
Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
Food editor Catherine Jessee shares the story behind this beloved family recipe, which was passed down from her aunt. We thought it was so delicious at Thanksgiving that we’re making it again for Christmas – and you should too.
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02 of 10
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
What happens when two favorite desserts come together? Magic. This recipe features a creamy layer of cheesecake along with the classic pecan pie filling for the ultimate dessert.
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03 of 10
Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Beloved chocolate gravy for dessert? You bet. Creamy, rich chocolate custard is baked in a flaky, buttery pie crust in this can’t-be-beat dessert.
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04 of 10
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Seven ingredients are all you need to whip up this decadent dessert. One review said: “A friend made it for me was absolutely delicious & after I had some I froze the rest in slices so could have for later.”
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05 of 10
Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Save the best for last. A simple piecrust is filled with creamy coconut custard and topped with pillowy whipped cream, and topped with toasted shredded coconut.
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06 of 10
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
The perfect complement to that holiday platter piled high with Christmas cookies. Chocolate and peanut butter star in this decadent dessert that’s a salty and sweet.
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07 of 10
Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Costen King, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Pineapple, condensed milk, and coconut are ingredients that often make their way into some of our cherished family recipes (fluff salad, we’re looking at you). This pie is the cherry on top for the holidays.
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08 of 10
Frederick Hardy II; Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
‘Tis the season for a festive showstopper. Peppermint and chocolate come together to wow at the holiday potluck.
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09 of 10
Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
The reviews say “it’s a keeper!” and this flavorful dessert is destined for the holiday buffet. Pumpkin is the star ingredient and is simply elevated by the light-as-air whipped cream.
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10 of 10
Jessica Furniss
It would not be a proper celebration in many households without the famous Texas Trash Pie. This dessert combines sweet and salty flavors with creamy and crunchy textures for a holiday spectacular.
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