Old Fashioned Pie Recipes

By Don Bell / Recipe Archivist and Compiler

Grandma's old fashioned pie recipes make traditional pies bursting with the flavor of fresh ingredients encased in a light, flaky pastry. This is the way pie was meant to be made and enjoyed.

Favorite Old Fashioned Pie Recipes

Homemade Rhubarb PieMake an Old Fashioned Pie for Your Family Tonight
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Select an old fashioned pie recipe and make a delicious dessert pie for your family tonight that's sure to taste delicious!

Apple Pie in a Glass Pie PlateApple

There is nothing quite like the tantalizing aroma of a classic dessert baking in the oven. Discover how to make Grandma's favorite homemade apple pie recipes.

Slice of Pumpkin Pie with a Whipped Cream ToppingPumpkin

Perfect for the holidays or any fall evening, you can easily master these old fashioned pumpkin pie recipes to create a scratch-made treat from start to finish.

Classic Lemon Meringue PieLemon Meringue

Achieve that perfect balance of sweet and tart with these homemade lemon meringue pie recipes that feature a light, airy topping on a smooth citrus filling.

Vintage Lemon Chiffon PieLemon

If you prefer a tangy, refreshing dessert, try these old fashioned lemon pie recipes that skip the meringue for a simpler, zestier flavor profile.

Slice of Old Fashioned Cherry PieCherry

Packed with the deep, sweet flavor of ripe red fruit, these proven cherry pie recipes will become a family favorite in your house.

Sliced Rhubarb PieRhubarb

Bring the taste of the farmhouse into your kitchen with these vintage rhubarb custard pie recipes that perfectly blend tart fruit with a creamy, rich filling.

Mixing a Homemade Sweet Potato Pie FillingSweet Potato

Learn the secret to a smooth, flavorful filling by following these homemade sweet potato pie recipes that celebrate a true Southern classic.

Strawberry Pie with Top CrustStrawberry

Capture the essence of summer with Grandma's old time strawberry pie recipes that are simply too delicious to describe. You need to try them!

Slice of Gooseberry PieGooseberry

Gooseberry lovers find these somewhat sour berries are simply wonderful when baked in these old fashioned gooseberry pie recipes. They're a true heritage treat!

Slice of Banana Cream Pie with Whipped Cream ToppingBanana Cream

Indulge in a smooth, velvety dessert that's both easy to make and incredibly satisfying. These vintage banana cream pie recipes are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Slice of Old Fashioned Blueberry PieBlueberry

Experience the true taste of ripe berries in every bite of these favorite blueberry pie recipes. Use either wild or high-bush blueberries for perfect pies.

Coconut Cream Pie with a Meringue ToppingCoconut Cream

Use shredded coconut to create a scratch-made masterpiece that's so good you'll want more. Grandma's favorite coconut cream pie recipes are a tropical delight.

Slice of Peach Pie with a Lattice Crust TopPeach

Sweet, lovely, and bursting with peachy flavor, these old fashioned peach pie recipes are a wonderful way to enjoy summer's most succulent, sweet-tasting fruit.

Jar of Elderberry Jam Preserves for Pie MakingElderberry

Bring a touch of the farmhouse to your table with these old time elderberry pie recipes. They offer a unique and delicious flavor rarely found today.

Impossible Lemon PieImpossible Pies

Make a novelty dessert that magically forms its own crust as it bakes in the oven. These old fashioned impossible pie recipes are as fun to make as they are to eat.

Homemade Cranberry PieCranberry

Perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas, these old fashioned cranberry pie recipes offer a delightful tartness that complements any holiday meal.

Mock Cherry Pie RecipeMock Cherry Pie

Grandma made a mock cherry pie when she had cranberries but no cherries in season. Have fun trying this unique pie from the past, plus additional  flavors.

Mock Apple Pie Made with Soda CrackersSoda Cracker Pies

Discover the clever secrets of vintage baking with these soda cracker pie recipes that create delicious mock apple flavors using simple pantry staples.

Homemade Southern Pecan PieSouthern Pecan

Experience the rich, nutty flavors of the Old South with these old fashioned pecan pie recipes. They're a classic addition to any dessert table.

Homemade Butterscotch Meringue PieForgotten Pies

Take a tasty trip down memory lane and rediscover rarely seen treats like butterscotch meringue. These forgotten pie recipes are waiting to be enjoyed once more.

Delicious Chocolate Fried PiesChocolate Fried Pies

These easy-to-make treats are farmhouse delicious and perfect for when you want a portable, chocolatey snack. Try this chocolate fried pies recipe today.

Tarts & Tartlets

Butter Tart with RaisinsButter Tarts

Enjoy a gooey, chewy Canadian classic that's simply irresistible. These old fashioned butter tart recipes are a must-try for any fan of sweet treats. Be sure to bake plenty!

Baked Lemon TartletsLemon Tartlets

Perfect for parties or a delicate afternoon snack, these secret lemon tartlet recipes feature a tangy lemon curd that's sure to impress your guests.

Homemade Raspberry TartletsFruit Tartlets

Flaky and filled with your favorite fruits, these old fashioned fruit tartlet recipes are as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to eat.

Homemade Pie Pops on SticksPie Pops

Learn how to make fun and tasty treats on a stick that the whole family will love. These homemade pie pops are a creative twist on traditional pastry tart.

Pie Making

Homemade Lattice Pie Crust Ready for the OvenHow to Make Pies

Master the art of baking and learn how to make homemade pies just like Grandma's. You will achieve perfect results every single time.

Meringue Topping for PieMake Meringue Topping

Achieve those beautiful, high peaks on your favorite desserts by following these traditional methods. Learn how to make meringue topping for pie with ease.

Preparing an Old Fashioned Pie CrustMake Pie Crusts

The secret to any great pie is a flaky, homemade crust. Discover Grandma's old fashioned pie crust recipes and taste the difference for yourself.

Making a Lard Pie CrustMake Lard Pie Crusts

For the ultimate in rich and flaky texture, try using this traditional ingredient. These lard pie crust recipes will take your baking to the next level.

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A Brief History of Pies

Pies have been a beloved dessert for centuries, with roots dating from the ancient Greeks. As early as 200 B.C., the Greeks baked pies in a thick, bread-like crust. After the Romans conquered Greece, they introduced this recipe to Roman citizens and much of Europe.

At first, pies were mostly filled with meat. However, it wasn't until after the Crusaders returned to Europe in the 12th century with a taste for Arab confections that honey, sugar, and fruits began to be incorporated into these delicious treats.

The first all-fruit pies became popularized in England during the 1500s when Queen Elizabeth I grew quite fond of them. Elizabeth also loved her tarts highly sweetened with sugar, and chefs employed by nobility developed numerous recipes for fruit-filled pastries.

Nowadays, we continue to love pies just as much as our ancestors did centuries ago. In fact, many of us consider pie one of the most traditional and best-tasting desserts around.

And with our modern ovens, finer flours, refined sugars, and a greater variety of fruits, they now taste better than ever. I don't know about you, but I have yet to taste a pie that I didn't like!

Why Grandma's Old Fashioned Pie Recipes Are So Special

Color Illustration of a Homemade Pie Warm from the Oven

In our old farmhouse kitchen while growing up, there was nothing more inviting than several freshly baked pies cooling on the window sill filling the room with their sweet fragrances. That's why I am so excited to share my grandma's favorite old fashioned pie recipes with you.

These are some of the best old fashioned pie recipes ever published! Generations of cooks have treasured them, and now you can add them to your own collection too!

But wait — there's more! No good pie is complete without a flaky crust. Homemade crusts are extra special and Grandma's flaky pie crust recipes will make your pie deliciously different from store-bought ones.

So go ahead — indulge yourself by following these mouthwatering recipes for homemade pies and experience those wonderful nostalgic times right in your own kitchen!

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Don Bell

Don Bell, Founder & Archivist, Old Fashioned Dessert Recipes. Don has spent over two decades preserving heritage dessert recipes from handwritten family notebooks, recipe scrapbooks, and vintage cookbooks. His collection spans hundreds of authentic, old fashioned recipes presented exactly as originally written.


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