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Home » Best Of » 10 Vintage Pies That Deserve a Comeback in Your Kitchen

10 Vintage Pies That Deserve a Comeback in Your Kitchen

Modified: May 25, 2025 by Molly Pisula · Published: May 26, 2025 · As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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There’s something timeless about a good pie—flaky crusts, nostalgic fillings, and the kind of comfort that only a homemade slice can bring. These vintage pies may have fallen off the modern menu, but they’re full of flavor and history worth revisiting. From custards and creams to fruity layers and nutty classics, these old-fashioned favorites are ready to make a delicious comeback in your kitchen.

Buttermilk Pie

Buttermilk Pie. Photo credit: Stetted.

A classic Southern favorite made with tangy buttermilk, sugar, and a hint of lemon. Creamy, sweet, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Pie

Shoofly Pie

Shoofly Pie. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

This Pennsylvania Dutch pie features a gooey molasses filling with a crumbly topping, offering rich, toffee-like flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Shoofly Pie

Vinegar Pie

Vinegar Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

A clever Depression-era pie with a creamy, custard-like filling and a touch of vinegar to mimic citrus. Simple ingredients, surprisingly delicious.
Get the Recipe: Vinegar Pie

Chess Pie

Chess Pie. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Rich, buttery, and gooey with a caramelized top, this custard pie made with sugar, eggs, and cornmeal is a timeless Southern treat.
Get the Recipe: Chess Pie

Mock Apple Pie

Mock Apple Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Made without apples but tastes just like the real thing—this fun and frugal recipe uses Ritz crackers to mimic apple slices in a sweet, spiced filling.
Get the Recipe: Mock Apple Pie

Rhubarb Custard Pie

Rhubarb Custard Pie. Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

Tart rhubarb and sweet, creamy custard come together in this beautifully balanced pie, all tucked into a flaky homemade crust.
Get the Recipe: Rhubarb Custard Pie

10-Minute No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

10-Minute No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Smooth, creamy, and packed with peanut butter flavor, this quick no-bake pie is ready in just 10 minutes. A nostalgic crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: 10-Minute No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

Coconut Custard Pie

Coconut Custard Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This simple bake combines shredded coconut and a silky custard filling in a classic pie shell. Sweet, creamy, and perfectly old-fashioned.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Custard Pie

Furrs Cafeteria Pineapple Millionaire Pie

Furrs Cafeteria Pineapple Millionaire Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

A no-bake classic with a creamy pineapple filling, crunchy pecans, and a graham cracker crust. A nostalgic dessert ready in 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Furrs Cafeteria Pineapple Millionaire Pie

Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie

Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

A twist on traditional oatmeal pie with a layer of rich chocolate ganache beneath a spiced oat filling—all inside a buttery, flaky crust.
Get the Recipe: Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie

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