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10 Pie Recipes Every Southern Cook Knows

Whether it’s lemon, pecan, coconut, or chocolate, these pie recipes are tried-and-true, handed down, and always welcome at the table. Perfect for holidays, Sundays, or just because.

Texas Trash Pie

A whole Texas trash pie with whipped cream on top.
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Don’t let the name fool you. There’s nothing trashy about Texas Trash Pie! It’s a sweet and salty masterpiece that comes together in minutes and disappears just as fast.

Finished pie with one slice removed.

Learn more and get the recipe: Texas Trash Pie

Classic Southern Pecan Pie

A slice of pecan pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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This Classic Southern Pecan Pie checks all the boxes! It’s flaky and nutty with a subtle caramel flavor. The only embellishment it needs is a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Learn more and get the recipe: Classic Southern Pecan Pie

Pecan Cheesecake Pie

A slice of pecan cheesecake pie with a golden crust on a white plate.
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Pecan Pie. Cheesecake. Pecan pie and cheesecake together? Oh, my. Who could resist that? My Pecan Cheesecake Pie is the best of both worlds, with a creamy cheesecake filling on the bottom and a rich pecan pie filling on top.

Learn more and get the recipe: Pecan Cheesecake Pie

Vintage Hot Fudge Pie

A slice of hot fudge pie on a white plate with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and vanilla ice cream surrounded by fresh raspberries.
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This Vintage Hot Fudge Pie is like a cross between a pie, a brownie, and a cookie. It’s a very old-fashioned treat perfect for chocolate lovers of all ages!

Learn more and get the recipe: Vintage Hot Fudge Pie

Old Fashioned Chocolate Meringue Pie

A slice of old fashioned chocolate meringue pie on a white serving plate.
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This old-fashioned Chocolate Meringue Pie is the ultimate chocolate lover’s dessert for any occasion. This decadent dessert with its flaky, buttery crust, rich chocolate custard filling, and fluffy homemade meringue is a treasured family recipe we’ve enjoyed for years.

Learn more and get the recipe: Old Fashioned Chocolate Meringue Pie

Coconut Meringue Pie

A slice of pie on a white serving plate.
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With a sweet coconut filling and a light, fluffy meringue, it’s no wonder this Coconut Meringue Pie recipe is a favorite Southern dessert!

Learn more and get the recipe: Coconut Meringue Pie

Southern Egg Custard Pie

An egg custard pie flecked with spices.
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Egg Custard Pie is one of those traditional Southern heritage recipes that I love so much. It may be made from plain, simple pantry ingredients, but it’s so worth getting out the fine china to serve it. Who would think that a few eggs, some sugar, vanilla, and milk could conjure up such strong childhood memories!

Learn more and get the recipe: Traditional Southern Egg Custard Pie

Lemon Meringue Pie

Lemon meringue pie showing interior of filling and meringue.
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Who doesn’t love Classic Lemon Meringue Pie? Its tart, smooth lemon filling is perfectly balanced with a lightly sweetened meringue topping and buttery, flaky pie crust. Plus, it’s easy to make!

Learn more and get the recipe: Classic Lemon Meringue Pie

Fresh Peach Pie

A peach pie topped with a thick layer of whipped cream and garnished with a mint sprig, displayed on a table with fresh peaches in the background.
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When summer peaches are at their peak, it’s the perfect time to make this Fresh Peach Pie with Sour Cream Filling. It’s cool and creamy, nestled in a crisp almond-coconut crust, and has just the right touch of sweetness. There’s no pie dough to roll and no stovetop cooking. Just an easy, beautiful way for luscious summer peaches to shine.

Learn more and get the recipe: Fresh Peach Pie with Sour Cream Filling

Strawberry Jello Pie

A slice of strawberry jello pie on a serving plate.
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This easy, no-bake Easy Strawberry Jello Pie is lighter than air and full of delicious fruit flavor. It’s the perfect ending for a summer party and just may be the most effortless dessert you’ll make all year.

Learn more and get the recipe: Easy Strawberry Jello Pie

My Southern Table Cookbook

Mockup of My Southern Table cookbook.
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If you like these recipes, you’ll love my cookbook! It’s 348 pages filled with 246 recipes, each with a full-color photo. Visit Lana’s Cooking for more information.

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