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    We Tested Dozens—These Are Our Best Summer Pies, Period

    Published: Jul 25, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Nothing hits quite like a slice of pie when the weather’s warm and the berries are in season. After testing way more recipes than we probably should admit, we finally narrowed it down—these are our best summer pies, and they’re totally worth the sugar crash. Think juicy fillings, flaky crusts, and flavors that basically scream sunshine. Trust me, you’re gonna want every single one of these on repeat until fall.

    Peach Pie With Custard

    A peach custard pie topped with whipped cream.
    Peach Pie With Custard. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Peach Pie with Custard is baked in a hearty crust similar to a crisp with a creamy peach filling that has a hint of cardamom.
    Get the Recipe: Peach Pie With Custard

    No-Bake Fresh Strawberry Pie

    A strawberry pie with whipped cream and strawberries.
    No-Bake Fresh Strawberry Pie. Photo credit: Pip and Ebby.

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    This no-bake strawberry pie highlights fresh, juicy strawberries in a silky, chilled filling. It’s a light and bright dessert perfect for hot weather.
    Get the Recipe: No-Bake Fresh Strawberry Pie

    Lemonade Pie

    A Lemonade pie topped with strawberries.
    Lemonade Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Cool off with this no-bake lemonade pie made with frozen lemonade concentrate and a creamy filling. It’s a tart and sweet dessert that tastes just like summer in a slice.
    Get the Recipe: Lemonade Pie

    Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie

    Three mini orange cream pies with graham cracker crusts, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a slice of orange, sit on a white surface next to a striped towel—perfect for fans of easy dessert recipes.
    Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    This jello pie is packed with citrus flavor and creamy texture, reminiscent of a classic creamsicle. It’s a no-bake treat that’s perfect for cooling off during summer.
    Get the Recipe: Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie

    Lemon Chiffon Pie

    An entire lemon chiffon pie with lemon slices on top.
    Lemon Chiffon Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Tangy and sweet, this lemon chiffon pie has a fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. It’s a dreamy no-bake dessert with bright citrus flavor perfect for summer entertaining.
    Get the Recipe: Lemon Chiffon Pie

    No-Bake Key Lime Pie

    A slice being removed from a key lime pie.
    No-Bake Key Lime Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Bright, tart key lime flavor meets a creamy filling in this chilled pie with a graham cracker crust. It’s an easy, zesty dessert that tastes like a slice of summer sunshine.
    Get the Recipe: No-Bake Key Lime Pie

    Coconut Cream Pie

    A coconut custard pie with a slice removed.
    Coconut Cream Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This silky coconut cream pie is topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes for the perfect tropical no-bake treat. Its cool and creamy texture makes it a summer classic without ever touching the oven.
    Get the Recipe: Coconut Cream Pie

    Lemon-Lime Atlantic Beach Pie With Saltine Crust

    A slice of pie next to an entire pie.
    Lemon-Lime Atlantic Beach Pie With Saltine Crust. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This easy recipe for Atlantic Beach Pie is sweet and salty and as beautiful as every summer dessert should be, with no pastry crust needed.
    Get the Recipe: Lemon-Lime Atlantic Beach Pie With Saltine Crust

    Old Fashioned Rhubarb Custard Pie

    A slice of rhubarb pie with whipped cream on top.
    Old Fashioned Rhubarb Custard Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Classic rhubarb pie meets its match with this creamy old fashioned rhubarb and custard pie recipe. Baked with a caramelized sugar topping.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Rhubarb Custard Pie

    Citrusy Lemon Chess Pie With Cornmeal

    Whipped cream topped lemon chess pie.
    Citrusy Lemon Chess Pie With Cornmeal. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This Lemon Chess Pie is tangy with a smooth custard like filling. It’s a great citrus dessert perfect for summer.
    Get the Recipe: Citrusy Lemon Chess Pie With Cornmeal

    Cherry Pie With Crumb Topping

    A cherry streusel pie with a slice removed.
    Cherry Pie With Crumb Topping. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This all American cherry pie with crumb topping has fresh cherries, and a buttery crust. It’s a classic that never goes out of style.
    Get the Recipe: Cherry Pie With Crumb Topping

    Fresh Blueberry Pie Recipe That Is Not Runny

    A freshly sliced blueberry pie topped with dollops of whipped cream is displayed on a metal pie dish. The deep purple filling contrasts with the golden crust, and the pie is partially cut, showcasing the juicy blueberries.
    Fresh Blueberry Pie Recipe That Is Not Runny. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    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!
    Get the Recipe: Fresh Blueberry Pie Recipe That Is Not Runny

    Strawberry Chiffon Pie

    A slice of strawberry chiffon pie.
    Strawberry Chiffon Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This airy strawberry pie has a mousse-like filling bursting with berry flavor and sits inside a flaky crust. It’s as beautiful as it is refreshing for warm summer nights.
    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Chiffon Pie

    Cherry Jello Pie Recipe

    A pink mousse no bake pie in a chocolate crust, topped with cherries, whipped cream swirls, and chocolate shavings. Pieces of chocolate and cherries are in bowls nearby, with a pink-striped cloth at the side.
    Cherry Jello Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    This cherry jello pie is a vibrant, fruity dessert with a creamy whipped topping. It’s quick to assemble, no baking needed, and perfect for summer celebrations.
    Get the Recipe: Cherry Jello Pie Recipe

    Easy Apple Crumb Pie With Homemade Crust

    Homemade apple crumble pie
    Easy Apple Crumb Pie With Homemade Crust. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Apple crumb pie is an easy make ahead dessert that everyone loves with a flaky crust filled with apples, topped with a walnut filled crumble.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Apple Crumb Pie With Homemade Crust

    No-Bake Strawberry Cream Pie

    A slice of creamy strawberry cheesecake with a crumbly graham cracker crust, topped with fresh sliced strawberries, served on a white plate with a fork.
    No-Bake Strawberry Cream Pie. Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This strawberry cream pie combines fresh fruit with a smooth, creamy filling in a no-bake crust. It’s an effortless, elegant dessert for summer days.
    Get the Recipe: No-Bake Strawberry Cream Pie

    No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    A strawberry pie in a pie plan with cut strawberries on top
    No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This luscious pie combines a creamy strawberry-infused filling with a buttery graham cracker crust, all without turning on the oven. It’s a refreshing, make-ahead dessert that’s ideal for hot summer days.
    Get the Recipe: No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    Cranberry Cream Pie

    A close-up of a pink creamy pie topped with mini marshmallows, pomegranate seeds, and orange zest, with a slice missing on a rustic wooden surface—perfect for fans of old school pies.
    Cranberry Cream Pie. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Cranberry Cream Pie has the tartness of cranberries as well as citrusy notes from the orange zest and soft fluffiness from marshmallows!
    Get the Recipe: Cranberry Cream Pie

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