Walk into any bakery in November and you can spot the season's sweetest rivalry. Golden apple pies face off against orange pumpkin pies, and every year the same question comes up: which one belongs on your table? The numbers The rivalry isn't just about flavor. It's baked into American tradition and backed by data. Grocery orders and surveys tell two different stories about which pie really wins, depending on whether you look at year-round sales or Thanksgiving favorites.
The warmed apple chunks, spiced notes, and buttery crust of an apple pie make it a comforting dessert to eat all year long. It feels humble and soothing, but it tastes delicious and isn't too difficult to whip up, which makes it an approachable treat to bake no matter what season. It's a familiar favorite pie (especially if you're working with a recipe passed down from generations prior), but you can also find ways to make it feel fun and fresh.
In Tasting Table's ranking of every Bitchin' Sauce flavor, Apple Pie claimed first place. Our taster loved the cinnamon and vanilla notes that weren't overly sweet and noted that it would be brilliant paired with ice cream.
