Come November, the smell of warm, buttery pie crust floats out of ovens, and the sweet taste of fillings comes to mind. This can only mean one thing: pie season has officially begun. The big three must battle it out: Apple pie, pumpkin pie, and pecan pie. It will be up to me to decide which pie will be the winner.

To start us off we will begin with apple pie, which is usually my personal favorite. The warmth of the apple and cinnamon flavor ties together with the blend of the pie crust. The sweetness of the apples sticks out to me and always leaves me satisfied. The crust on top of the pie is crispy and flaky and gives the perfect crunch to the soft inside. Pairing with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream on top pulls everything together.

Next up is the good ole’ classic pumpkin pie. The infamous pumpkin pie is a great go-to, especially during the holiday season. The spices emphasize autumn and the cozy fall vibe. The spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger all accent the pumpkin flavor. The filling sits on the buttery flaky crust providing contrast between the creamy pumpkin filling and the thick crust. Pair this pie with a dollop of whipped topping.

And finally, pecan pie, which I think is one of the most underrated pies out there, pecan pie is a very rich, sweet caramelized dessert with a nutty topping with a gooey-like filling all in a nice soft crust. Pecan pie is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and/or a dollop of whipped cream.

In conclusion, all pies are delicious and each different from one another yet somehow so similar. In my opinion, apple pie takes the win with the warm, sweet, cinnamon filling and the flaky crust! In a very close second, is the well-known pumpkin pie, the classic nutmeg and cinnamon go so well with autumn as a whole. Last but certainly not least is pecan pie. I am always looking for the rich, caramel flavor of pecan pie during the holiday seasons, but nothing can top the feeling of eating a nice slice of apple pie.