🍂 Fall-Inspired Pies to Warm Your Soul

When the air turns crisp, the leaves start to fall, and sweaters make their seasonal comeback, there’s nothing more comforting than the aroma of a freshly baked pie wafting through the kitchen. Fall baking isn’t just about desserts—it’s about tradition, creativity, and bringing people together over a warm slice of something sweet.

At Not Your Gram’s Kitchen, we love taking the flavors of the season and giving them a modern twist. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or just craving something cozy on a Sunday afternoon, these three fall-inspired pies are guaranteed to impress.

🥧 1. Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie

A classic with a grown-up kick.

Ingredients:

1 pre-made or homemade pie crust

1 cup light corn syrup

¾ cup light brown sugar

3 large eggs

2 tbsp melted butter

2 tbsp bourbon (optional, but highly recommended)

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 tsp maple syrup

1 ½ cups pecan halves

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla, and maple syrup until smooth. Stir in pecans and pour mixture into the prepared crust. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Cool completely before slicing.

Pro Tip: Serve with a dollop of cinnamon whipped cream or a drizzle of maple glaze for a decadent touch.

🍎 2. Apple Chai Crumble Pie

Sweet meets spice in this cozy, aromatic twist on the classic apple pie.

Ingredients:

For the filling:

6 cups sliced honeycrisp or gala apples

½ cup granulated sugar

¼ cup brown sugar

2 tbsp flour

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp cinnamon

½ tsp cardamom

¼ tsp ground ginger

¼ tsp allspice

For the crumble topping:

¾ cup rolled oats

½ cup brown sugar

½ cup flour

6 tbsp cold butter, cubed

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss apples with all filling ingredients and spoon into a prepared pie crust. In a separate bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, and flour; cut in butter with a fork until crumbly. Sprinkle crumble over apple mixture. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

Serve with: A drizzle of caramel or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for the perfect fall indulgence.

🎃 3. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Pie

All the pumpkin spice you love, with a creamy cheesecake twist.

Ingredients:

For the pumpkin layer:

1 cup pumpkin purée

½ cup brown sugar

1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1 egg

½ cup evaporated milk

For the cream cheese layer:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 egg

½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In one bowl, whisk pumpkin layer ingredients until smooth. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until creamy. Pour pumpkin mixture into prepared pie crust. Spoon dollops of cream cheese mixture over top, then swirl gently with a knife to create a marbled effect. Bake for 50 minutes, or until set in the center. Cool completely and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Finishing touch: Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or cinnamon sugar before serving.

🍁 Bringing It All Together

These pies celebrate everything we love about fall—warm spices, cozy flavors, and that irresistible homemade charm. Whether you’re drawn to the nutty richness of pecan, the nostalgia of apple, or the creamy comfort of pumpkin, these recipes bring a little bit of autumn magic to every bite.

Because here at Not Your Gram’s Kitchen, we believe fall baking should be bold, flavorful, and just a little bit unexpected.

So, preheat that oven, grab your favorite pie dish, and let the season’s sweetest moments begin.