10 Festive Santa Pies To Celebrate Christmas

As the holiday season approaches, it is time to embrace the joy, togetherness, and delicious treats that come with it. This year, why not elevate your festivities with some charming Santa pies? These 10 delightful recipes are not only packed with flavor but also feature whimsical designs that will impress and entertain your family and friends. No matter if you're a baking pro or a beginner, these festive pies will surely spread holiday cheer!

1. Jolly Berry Delight

Description

Picture a sweet and tart mixed berry pie topped with a fun pastry Santa hat. This pie serves as a refreshing contrast to heavier holiday desserts, making it perfect for your celebrations.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• 1 sheet of pastry dough (for Santa hat)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a bowl, mix the berries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until everything is well combined.

3. Pour the berry mixture into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.

4. Roll out the pastry dough and cut it into the shape of a Santa hat. Place it atop the pie.

5. Brush the edges with egg wash, and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.

   
   

Jolly Berry Delight - A festive mixed berry pie with a delightful pastry hat.

2. Santa’s Chimney Surprise

Description

This delightful chocolate pie features a unique chimney-shaped crust with Santa’s legs playfully sticking out of the top. It's a delicious treat that is sure to be the highlight of your holiday gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made chocolate pie crust

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 sheet of pastry dough (for chimney and legs)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it simmers. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips and sugar until smooth.

3. Pour the chocolate filling into the pie crust.

4. Roll out the pastry dough to create a chimney shape with Santa's legs sticking out. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

5. Carefully place the chimney on top of the pie just before serving.

   
   

Santa's Chimney Surprise - A chocolate pie with an adventurous chimney crust.

3. The Jingle Bell Pie

Description

This classic apple pie is dressed with lovely pastry bells and a generous dusting of powdered sugar to create a Santa face, channeling the joyous sounds of jingle bells.

Ingredients

• 2 pre-made pie crusts

• 5 cups sliced apples

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon cinnamon

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

• Pastry dough (for bells and Santa’s face)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. In a bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar and cinnamon.

3. Line a pie pan with one crust, fill it with the apple mixture, and cover it with the second crust.

4. Cut small bell shapes from the pastry dough and arrange them on top.

5. Brush with egg wash and bake for 45-50 minutes, finishing with a dusting of powdered sugar.

   
   

The Jingle Bell Pie - A classic apple pie with festive decorations.

4. North Pole Pecan Crunch

Description

This rich pecan pie features a playful snow-dusted crust shaped like Santa’s sleigh with reindeer, offering a festive twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 1 cup pecans

• 1 cup corn syrup

• 3 eggs

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Snow sugar or powdered sugar (for dusting)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a bowl, combine corn syrup, eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla.

3. Add in the pecans and pour the mixture into the pie crust.

4. Bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the center is firm.

5. Decorate the crust to resemble Santa’s sleigh, dust it with powdered sugar to mimic snow.

   
   

North Pole Pecan Crunch - A pecan pie with a seasonal Santa design.

5. Ho-Ho-Hot Cocoa Pie

Description

Dive into this indulgent chocolate pie, featuring rich flavors of chocolate and marshmallow. Topped with a Santa-themed whipped cream swirl, it feels like a warm cup of hot cocoa in dessert form!

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream

• 2 tablespoons sugar

• Marshmallows (for topping)

• Food coloring (for decoration)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Melt the chocolate chips in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.

3. In a separate bowl, whip the cream with sugar until stiff peaks form.

4. Fold half the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture and pour into the pie crust.

5. Top with the remaining whipped cream and use food coloring to create a Santa design.

   
   

Ho-Ho-Hot Cocoa Pie - A decadent chocolate pie perfect for the holidays.

6. Snowy Beard Lemon Tart

Description

This zesty lemon meringue pie features a meringue shaped to resemble Santa’s fluffy beard. It's a delightful mix of sweet and tart flavors perfect for the holidays!

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made tart shell

• 1 cup lemon juice

• 1 cup sugar

• 4 eggs

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• 1 cup heavy cream (for meringue)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, eggs, and cornstarch until well combined.

3. Cook over medium heat until it thickens, and then pour into the tart shell.

4. Beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form to create the meringue.

5. Pipe the meringue onto the pie to create Santa’s beard and bake for 10 minutes until golden.

   
   

Snowy Beard Lemon Tart - A zesty and fluffy lemon tart.

7. Santa’s Sugar Plum Pie

Description

This festive pie features a mix of sweet plums and spiced fruit, adorned with pastry stars and a cheerful Santa design. It's sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 3 cups plums (sliced)

• ½ cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon cinnamon

• 1 tablespoon flour (for thickening)

• Pastry dough (for stars and Santa's design)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a bowl, combine plums, sugar, cinnamon, and flour.

3. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.

4. Cut out pastry stars and arrange them on top with Santa designs.

5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden.

   
   

Santa's Sugar Plum Pie - A colorful and festive holiday pie.

8. Milk and Cookies Cream Pie

Description

This creamy vanilla custard pie is topped with cookie crumbles and features a tiny Santa cookie for decoration, celebrating the beloved tradition of leaving out milk and cookies for Santa.

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• Crushed cookies (for topping)

• Tiny Santa cookie (for decoration)

  
  

Steps

1. In a bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

2. Gradually whisk in the sugar and vanilla extract.

3. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top.

4. Sprinkle cookie crumbs over the pie and place a tiny Santa cookie on top.

5. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

   
   

Milk and Cookies Cream Pie - A delightful dessert inspired by holiday traditions.

9. Reindeer Tracks Cherry Pie

Description

This charming cherry pie features “reindeer tracks” leading up to a Santa pastry cut-out, blending sweet cherry flavors with festive holiday fun!

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 2 cups pitted cherries

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• Pastry dough (for Santa design)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. In a bowl, mix cherries with sugar and cornstarch.

3. Pour the cherry mixture into the pie crust.

4. Roll out pastry dough to create Santa’s design and place it on top.

5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.

   
   

Reindeer Tracks Cherry Pie - A sweet and festive cherry dessert.

10. Frosty Santa’s Eggnog Bliss

Description

Treat yourself to this smooth eggnog custard pie topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a festive Santa silhouette for an unforgettable holiday dessert!

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 2 cups eggnog

• 3 eggs

• ½ cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon nutmeg

• Cinnamon (for dusting)

• Pastry dough (for Santa design)

  
  

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Whisk together eggnog, eggs, sugar, and nutmeg in a bowl until blended.

3. Pour this mixture into the pie crust and smooth the top.

4. Cut out a Santa shape from the pastry dough and place it on top of the pie.

5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, and dust with cinnamon once cool.

   
   

Frosty Santa's Eggnog Bliss - A creamy and festive holiday treat.

Celebrate with Holiday Pies!

These 10 festive Santa pies encapsulate the spirit of the season and will undoubtedly serve as delightful conversation starters at your gatherings. Their fun designs and mouthwatering flavors are bound to impress everyone who joins in the celebration. Consider adding these treats to your dessert table as you gather with loved ones this holiday season. Enjoy baking and may your celebrations be filled with joy, laughter, and scrumptious pies!

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