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Classic Family Recipes for Everyday Life

Hi Reader,

Homemade pie has a way of gathering people around the table, plates ready and forks waiting for that first slice. If pie baking has ever felt a little intimidating, these simple recipes and helpful tips make it easy for anyone to bake a beautiful pie from scratch.


No Bake Pies

Millionaire Pie

This millionaire pie recipe with its rich, creamy texture and the added crunch of pecans, is a true winner as a no-bake recipe.


Oreo Pudding Pie

Creamy, crunchy, and sweet. This Oreo pudding pie will be the star at the end of a delicious dinner. Make in 7 minutes, and freeze for 12 hours.


Peanut Butter Pie

This homemade no bake peanut butter pie recipe is made with a rich peanut butter filling (no cream cheese!), an Oreo crust, and a silky smooth dark chocolate ganache top layer.


Fruit Pies

Dutch Apple Pie

This easy Dutch apple pie recipe is a real winner, with its crumble pie topping and homemade pie filling! If you’re a beginner pie baker, this is a great one to start with as it’s super simple to make and is absolutely delicious.

One reader says: I’ve been using this pie recipe for a couple of years now and every time, I am so happy with the results! Thank you so much for making me look like an all-star baker. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


Pear Pie

This homemade pear custard pie recipe is a real showstopper, with fresh (or canned) pears prepared in a homemade custard and sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar before baking.

One reader says: This is our family’s secret recipe... Everyone who tries it loves it. It’s better after it’s been refrigerated – sets up better. It’s so good. Thanks for sharing – glad others have enjoyed this little-known pie recipe too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


Cherry Pie

This is the best cherry pie recipe you’ll ever try. It’s a family favorite recipe that gives delicious results every time using only four ingredients for the pie filling and a pie crust.

One reader says: Definitely a keeper!! I made this pie for my family and they loved it! Everyone said it was the best cherry pie they ever had!!! It also worked well with blueberries. Thank you for making delicious, simple and with real ingredients!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


Blueberry Pie

This Blueberry Pie will give you a classic pie with a sweet, juicy flavor and a deliciously flaky crust. Each bite is a burst of fresh blueberries, perfectly balanced with a hint of lemon juice and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

One reader says: This is my kind of pie! (To be honest, I have no self-control when it comes to blueberries.) Tastes like heaven. I urge everyone to give this a try. Believe me, the pie is perfect for breakfast or as dessert for afternoon tea. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


Favorite Comment This Week

"This is my go to skillet, I finish it with a covering of cheese and about 20 min in a hot oven." - Barry


I hope these favorite pie recipes inspire you to roll out a crust, fill your kitchen with the smell of something baking, and share a slice with the people you love.

P.S. If you’re in the mood for even more pie ideas, you can find all of my favorite pie recipes here.


Hi, I’m Lynette — creator of Cleverly Simple. I share kitchen-tested, generations-old family recipes. Read my story to learn how these treasured dishes shaped my love for homemade cooking.

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