One of the best parts of a picnic is pie--and the chance to relax in a beautiful outdoor setting, of course. Whether you're unpacking your basket lakeside, on a cliff overlooking the ocean, or at the company barbecue, your picnic spread should be as pretty as your surroundings. Let the Instgram-worthy, picture-perfect pies you bring for dessert be the crowning touch. Here are the 12 prettiest fruit pies to make for your picnics this summer.
![hasselback-pear-tart-1 Hasselback Pear Tart by Nicholio on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/Rv1qvKPOxSncZXspLGlGukY0714=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/hasselback-pear-tart-1-Hasselback-Pear-Tart-by-Nicholio-on-Allrecipes-ed7e1d63898a468dbda62a3955dcd303.jpg)
Is it dessert or modern art? Artful sweets really can be good enough to eat--and with cream cheese plus fresh pears sliced and fanned using the Hasselback method, this pear tart fits the bill.
2. Key Lime and Raspberry Pies in Jars
![key-lime-and-raspberry-pies-in-jars Key Lime and Raspberry Pies in Jars, photo by Maria the Soaper on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/BQ0Ww_gJLY3tlHnu-dQnemGaZGQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/key-lime-and-raspberry-pies-in-jars-Key-Lime-and-Raspberry-Pies-in-Jars-photo-by-Maria-the-Soaper-on-Allrecipes-bc05d8e3519041a5ba240192ef80fc4a.jpg)
Miniature versions of a dessert have that adorable factor that makes them prettier (or at least cuter) than their single large counterparts. These jars of fruit curd and fresh raspberry mini-pies are easy to tote in a flat box and give everyone their own picture-perfect serving.
![sour-cherry-pie Sour Cherry Pie, photo by KimsCookingNow on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/Ni9PfdIByLpM0UCReYD1AVVleic=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/sour-cherry-pie-Sour-Cherry-Pie-photo-by-KimsCookingNow-on-Allrecipes-39c6e603244544458edb566dea3e7fac.jpg)
You can't go wrong with cherries in summertime. Add a picture-perfect lattice crust to let the filling peek out, and you'll have everyone begging for the first slice.
![fresh-fruit-flan Fresh Fruit Flan, photo by Trishie on](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/v7xDXB7ZIPOw8ta7Uyz_PUM0rxU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fresh-fruit-flan-Fresh-Fruit-Flan-photo-by-Trishie-on-06e329abaa064563a83acf1d2e67f21b.jpg)
This neat arrangement of vividly colored fruit gets a boost from a sugar glaze that adds shine and brightness. It's a palette for your palate.
![rustic-fruit-galette Rustic Fruit Galette, photo by Rebecca Marmaduke on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/CsehpPnhAfSKZ_X-P8MBX1NWn44=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/rustic-fruit-galette-Rustic-Fruit-Galette-photo-by-Rebecca-Marmaduke-on-Allrecipes-444162d37d54470393dbaca98e78e014.jpg)
The hand-turned folds of a galette dough provide a charming frame to showcase your favorite fresh fruits. It's a technique that's so easy to produce something so rustic and artistic looking that it almost feels like cheating. Combine various hues of berries for a bright, rich filling, or go for minimalist elegance with a neat filling of apple or peach slices.
![raspberry-streusel-tart Raspberry Streusel Tart, photo by Nanby on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/tcqPdyKL82nD7Gcnitz_m2G-moM=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/raspberry-streusel-tart-Raspberry-Streusel-Tart-photo-by-Nanby-on-Allrecipes-acea17c1af644195bc6061e97e637243.jpg)
Crumbly streusel topping plays up the vivid red of raspberries and the sunny yellow of custard.
7. Patsy's Half-Baked Blueberry Pie
![patsys-half-baked-blueberry-pi Patsy's Half-Baked Blueberry Pie, photo by Ken Rosenfeld on Allrecipes,](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/Ou5Jf7mjF5LZL_Rljv_YVFGVoK0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/patsys-half-baked-blueberry-pi-Patsys-Half-Baked-Blueberry-Pie-photo-by-Ken-Rosenfeld-on-Allrecipes-9062e44c740048d5a470e1440c02f4cc.jpg)
Combining cooked fruit with raw blueberries helps preserve the color and shape of the berries. Add strawberry halves for a perfect color complement.
![moms-baby-berry-pies Mom's Baby Berry Pies, photo by Christina on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/sWo7vD9sfzb1hBp6p-Wz7qG0PcY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/moms-baby-berry-pies-Moms-Baby-Berry-Pies-photo-by-Christina-on-Allrecipes-441377fc6e044c39ba230b61568e22ec.jpg)
Individual servings in small foil pans or ramekins let each of your guests get a single beautiful pie of their own.
![apple-cranberry-tart Apple-Cranberry Tart, photo by lutzflcat on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/p8s3L8TUwsXactF6Hu1WRJ1MQBg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/apple-cranberry-tart-Apple-Cranberry-Tart-photo-by-lutzflcat-on-Allrecipes-72ff407aa7d24b52ac5293d4d72bd9c4.jpg)
Thin-sliced apples are topped with jewel-like cranberries for a glorious rustic-edged tart. Turbinado sugar on the crust adds sparkle. Bellinis might be a perfect accompaniment.
![apple-pie-by-grandma-ople Apple Pie by Grandma Ople, photo by JenellK on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/WgCEToR66yFH8ylpE_uCrTY_X0U=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/apple-pie-by-grandma-ople-Apple-Pie-by-Grandma-Ople-photo-by-JenellK-on-Allrecipes-128621e3d00a4814b852a7d19a506a17.jpg)
A lattice crust is pretty enough to justify the extra effort of weaving the pastry slices. Pouring on a rich glaze adds luster for a polished and delicious dessert.
11. Chef John's Peach Tartlets
![chef-johns-peach-tartlets Chef John's Peach Tartlets](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/TEAJfjjnnRHzAJvMVaPzlJQFhcc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/chef-johns-peach-tartlets-Chef-Johns-Peach-Tartlets-5f38c60600f346208d30a37ea3b9aedf.jpg)
Pretty peach pies that fit in the palm of your hand are the perfect photo finish for any picnic. Keep the peels on for a beautiful blush to contrast with the bright golden flesh of the peaches.
![cherry-berry-peach-pie Cherry Berry Peach Pie, photo by Nanby on Allrecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/thmb/rQhRZXmYMpusgKkJsvv3h3ovJ70=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/cherry-berry-peach-pie-Cherry-Berry-Peach-Pie-photo-by-Nanby-on-Allrecipes-2c72ef7dad9d49bcbdd4ceff5d2dda38.jpg)
Red and gold fruit combine in a delicious pie that captures the essence of summer. Whether you use traditional lattice strips or peek-a-boo cutouts, make sure the fruit peeps through for a stained glass effect.