
With Thanksgiving coming up, a lot of people already have food on the brain. Trying to plan a big dinner for a lot of people can be stressful and very time-consuming. That is why it is good to plan ahead and think about all of the dishes that will take a while -- and then consider those that can be prepped and out of the way ahead of time. Dessert is usually one of those things that can be taken care of before the madness starts to kick in. And what is the most iconic, must-have dessert for a Thanksgiving table? Pie, of course! There are tons of yummy store-bought options, but for those who enjoy cooking and baking themselves, they may want to consider a crustless pie this year.
Crustless pies or "impossible pies" first gained popularity from popping up on the back of Bisquick boxes. The reason they are sometimes referred to as "impossible" or "magic" is because they often form their own crust while baking, according to Southern Living. Many people enjoy these dishes because it cuts out the time of preparing a pie crust and it lessens the calories. Many of these are admittedly not a total pie-like texture, though, but more of a custard or a cake. However, they can be made in all of our favorite pie flavors: pumpkin, pecan, sweet potato, apple, cherry, and more. Some of these food bloggers have made theirs gluten-free and sugar-free as well if that is of concern. Most of these involve ingredients that are likely already in the kitchen, and many don't even need a mixer. They all look so delicious, we definitely want to try some this holiday season. Here are 20 crustless pie recipes that are easy and yummy.