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23 Easy Cream Pie Recipes That Are As Light As A Cloud

By all means, pie us in the face with these pies.

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a slice of chocolate cream pie lifting out of the larger pie
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

You know what crossed our mind recently: Clowns never look that sad when they get pied in the face. Maybe that's because it's almost always a deliciously light and creamy pie? So we'd bargain to guess really no one would ever be mad about getting a face-full (or mouth-full) of one of these 23 easy cream pie recipes. No matter if you go for a classic (like banana cream pie) or want to bake a bit on the wild side (like our Million Dollar pie), there's plenty of ideas here that solidly make a case for pie being way better than cake (at least when it comes to having it smooshed in your face!)

What is a cream pie, anyways? Well, technically, cream pies are any pie that are filled with a creamy, often custardy or pudding-like filling. They come in all sorts of flavor combinations and we're pretty sure we've figured out some of the best. If you're a chocolate cream pie fan, you're going to want to try our recipes for Baileys chocolate cream pie and chocolate Fluffernutter pie. Big on key lime pie? We don't blame you (it's kind of the best), but we think you'll love branching out by trying our no-bake peaches and cream pie, Atlantic Beach pie, and strawberry cheesecake pie.

Of course, we've also taken some liberties with tradition by including a few of our own spins on a "cream" pie (namely an ice cream pie inspired by Drumsticks — yup, you read correctly).

1

Banana Cream Pie

banana cream pie topped with whipped cream, bananas, and toasted coconut flakes
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Is there anything as lovely as a homemade pie? We think not. While pumpkin pie and apple pie are best in the fall, banana cream pie is just the treat for special occasions all year long. It's layered with dreamy vanilla pastry cream and slices of banana, all topped with clouds of whipped cream. This version calls for our favorite basic pie dough, but of course you can use store-bought dough if you prefer.

Get the Banana Cream Pie recipe.

2

Atlantic Beach Pie

atlantic beach pie
Andrew bui

Perfected by Chef Bill Smith at his iconic restaurant, Crook’s Corner in North Carolina, Atlantic beach pie is a twist on a North Carolina dessert staple. He took the lemon pies he remembered from his youth and swapped the meringue topping for a much easier whipped cream, and added a buttery cracker pie crust (a signature aspect of this dessert). This pie is best served cold, topped with homemade whipped cream and finely grated lemon and lime zest (plus a sprinkle of salt for good measure).

Get the Atlantic Beach Pie recipe.

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3

No-Bake Banana Caramel Pecan Pie

nobake banana caramel pecan pie
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If you’re torn between which dessert should be the centerpiece of your table, why not combine them? This pie pairs pecans in a sticky caramel, layered with bananas, and topped with a light and fluffy vanilla cream filling. Think banoffee pie, taken over the top with pecans and caramel. Best part? It’s completely no-bake, so you won’t be fighting for the oven space.

Get the No-Bake Banana Caramel Pecan Pie recipe.

4

Chocolate Cream Pie

a slice of chocolate cream pie lifting out of the larger pie
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If you want a sky-high dessert, you can’t beat chocolate cream pie. Thick layers of rich chocolate pudding and silky whipped cream sit tall inside crisp pie crust for a classic but classy rendition of this nostalgic treat.

Get the Chocolate Cream Pie recipe.

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5

Coconut Cream Pie

coconut cream pie
Parker Feierbach

Packed with toasted coconut flakes and coconut milk, this pie makes us go coconuts. Add some coconut whipped cream if you're craving even more.

Get the Coconut Cream Pie recipe.

6

No-Bake Peaches & Cream Pie

nobake peaches cream pie
© RACHEL VANNI

A creamy no-bake pie that’s studded with peaches is just what your summer needs. The gently cooked and fresh peaches really highlight the summer fruit, and the salty pretzel crust puts it over the top.

Get the No-Bake Peaches & Cream Pie recipe.

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7

Banoffee Pie

slice of banoffee pie topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings on a white plate
Erik bernstein

Banoffee pie as a concept is pretty straight-forward—bananas + toffee = banoffee. Developed in England in the 1970s to combine soft toffee into a fruit pie, it traditionally consisted of a pastry crust base topped with toffee, bananas, and espresso-flavored whipped cream. It has since evolved to sit atop a graham cracker crust and to include chocolate ganache, which is the version you’ll find here. This pie looks so impressive once assembled, and with minimal effort!

Get the Banoffee Pie recipe.

8

Chocolate Pie

chocolate pie with whipped cream and chocolate shavings
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI

People typically think that pies are a dessert where fruit should be the star. And sure, we adore a good apple pie or strawberry rhubarb as much as the next pie-obsessed person. But there’s something about a richer than rich, super-unctuous chocolate pie that can really take a dessert spread from good to incredible.

Get the Chocolate Pie recipe.

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9

Million-Dollar Pie

layered pie topped with crushed nuts, whipped cream, and cherries
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Southerners know a thing or two about decadent desserts, and this retro pie is everything you want in the millionaire experience—crunchy, sweet, mile-high, and make-ahead. Traditionally million-dollar pie is a no-bake icebox treat. It’s prepared by pressing a graham cracker crust into a pie plate and piling it high with a rich whipped topping base filled with pecans, coconut, and crushed pineapple. To give it the full Delish treatment, we took a few liberties to bring this old timey treat into the future.

Get the Million-Dollar Pie recipe.

10

Key Lime Pie

key lime pie with whipped cream and lime zest
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Though it's tedious to squeeze the juice out of tiny limes, we recommend it for the freshest, boldest flavor; however, if all you can find is bottled Key lime juice, or if you're pressed for time, that works too. In that case, you'd want to sub in regular lime zest. Looking for more Key lime treats? These Key lime pie pops are the perfect way to cool down in the summer.

Get the Easy Key Lime Pie recipe.

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11

Oreo Pie

oreo cookie crust with whipped cream filling
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR-ANN SPENCER

If your childhood was spent begging for an Oreo pie from the freezer section of your local grocery store, this grown-up recipe of a nostalgic classic is for you. With an Oreo cookie crust, a sweet yet tangy filling and a crushed Oreos topping, this dessert is for cookies-and-cream lovers only.

Get the Oreo Pie recipe.

12

Chocolate Fluffernutter Pie

chocolate fluffernutter pie
Suzanne Clements

This recipe is for all the chocolate peanut butter cup–obsessed, Fluffernutter-loving friends out there. Instead of topping it with traditional whipped cream (which would still be totally delicious), we made a marshmallow whipped cream. The marshmallow creme helps stabilize the topping and keeps it fluffier longer, so you can worry less about it melting.

Get the Chocolate Fluffernutter Pie recipe.

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13

Lemon Meringue Pie

lemon meringue pie
Parker Feierbach

Like most lovers of this classic pie, our favorite part of making lemon meringue pie is decorating it with the meringue. There’s something extremely satisfying about dolloping it on top of the pie and shaping it into swoops and peaks with the back of a metal spoon. If you're looking for a show-stopping summer dessert, you can't get much more impressive than this.

Get the Lemon Meringue Pie recipe.

14

French Silk Pie

french silk pie with whipped cream and chocolate shavings
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This French silk pie may not teach you how to speak Moliere French, BUT it really does have that silky texture that makes you feel like your mouth is spooning and cuddling with whipped chocolate. The silkiness comes from all that air (and all the fat content 🤷‍♂️) we’re going to incorporate. Add lots of whipped heavy cream on top and shaved chocolate for a touch of finesse!

Get the French Silk Pie recipe.

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15

Peanut Butter Banana Pie

peanut butter banana pie
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This is a nostalgic-feeling pie that’s rich and creamy and easy to make. It feels like the peanut butter and banana sandwich you’d make after school, but so much better. The filling is no-bake, too, making this almost too easy to make (and eat).

Get the Peanut Butter Banana Pie recipe.

16

Birthday Cake Pie

birthday cake pie recipe
Ethan Calabrese

The pie vs. cake argument is finally settled in this cream-filled, Fun-Fetti inspired pie worth celebrating.

Get the Birthday Cake Pie recipe.

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Drumstick Pie

ice cream pie with chocolate ganache, waffle cones and peanuts
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Sugar cone fans—get ready to meet your new fave dessert. We use sugar cones not only for the topping in this no-bake dessert, but also in the homemade crust. Layered with vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache, and crumbled peanuts for a sweet-salty, topping, this "pie" truly has something for everyone.

Get the Drumstick Pie recipe.

18

Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie

bailey's chocolate cream pie
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

This no-bake twist on a classic chocolate cream pie is the perfect dessert for any party or a clever way to use up Baileys left over from St. Patrick's Day. In addition to a creamy pudding, this pie pumps up the chocolate flavor with a layer of crunchy Oreo crumbs and mini chocolate chips and, of course, a mile-high pile of fresh whipped cream to top it off.

Get the Baileys Chocolate Cream Pie recipe.

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19

Mint Chocolate Chip Pie

mint chocolate chip pie
DELISH

This no-bake pie tastes just like the classic ice cream flavor. Want even more mint and chocolate? Give these mint chocolate chip brownies a try.

Get the Mint Chocolate Chip Pie recipe.

20

Chocolate Pudding Pie

chocolate pudding pie
Parker feierbach

Chocolate lovers, rejoice: this perfect pie has espresso powder in the filling for next-level flavor.

Get the Chocolate Pudding Pie recipe.

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