Lick your lips over these tasty bakes.
What makes a great apple pie? There are a few factors that move every fork from single slice to the whole damn pie. It’s the flaky, buttery crust that has a mini crunch on each bite. It’s the sweet, sharp mix of apples, gently spiced into a rich sauce. It’s even the way the side—be it vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce—complements the perfect ratio of pastry and filling. Salivating? Just you wait.
We’ve scoured the length and breadth of our fair nation to bring you the greatest apple pies, so good you’ll have no regrets in purging your savings on cross-country gas, risking a roadside motel stay, and sweating it out in line. The Fodor’s Finest of apple pies deserves a lil’ drama, because they are delicious superstars.

