Is it really Thanksgiving without pumpkin pie? We don’t think so—which is why our dessert spread always includes one. We look forward all year to mixing up a batch of dough for our buttery homemade pie shell—and spending quality time in the kitchen getting creative with our design for crimping the dough. And don’t even get us started on the amazing aroma that fills the kitchen as we combine pumpkin puree, sugar and warm baking spices for the filling! Best of all, there are so many delicious ways to customize your pumpkin pie and make it your own. Top it with fluffy meringue for a mile-high version, go all-out-fall and pair it with apples and pecans or thow tradition out the window and make a pie that’s completely crustless—whatever you decide it’s sure to be gobbled up! Not sure where to start? This classic recipe is a good one to keep in your back pocket. It’s full of flavor—and the filling has an ultralight and fluffy texture, thanks to the generous doses of sugar and cream.

The sky's the limit with this homemade pie! A generous cloud of toasted marshmallow meringue towers over a layer of classic spiced pumpkin filling. This is one indulgent dessert that's also a total showstopper.

Duff’s pie isn’t your typical Thanksgiving dessert. He twists, turns and twirls extra pie dough to resemble roses, vines and other fun shapes, then creates an intricate design with the pieces. Set the dough toppings aside until the pie is halfway baked, then add them on top to avoid burning.

Crisp pecan brittle provides a nice contrast to the pie’s silky filling, which is made even better with whipped cream on top.