7 Superb Local Spots to Get Your Thanksgiving Pies This Year

I'm well aware it's still October. But, we're only a month out from Thanksgiving (it's November 28th this year). And with as big of a meal as it is, even if you have a relatively small family, it's not a bad idea to begin to think about your plans.

If you're hosting, time to start thinking about the timeline of how best to go about cooking your turkey. If you're doing a potluck-style meal, time to start planning which side dish you're bringing. And certainly, time to start planning the desserts.

Personally, my favorite parts of Thanksgiving are the sides and the desserts. Don't get me wrong, I do love turkey, but this is a mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie holiday. And honestly, you can have so many different sides to go with your turkey. But what's a more quintessential Thanksgiving dessert than pie? Sure, you can have cakes and brownies and things, but no dessert screams Thanksgiving like pie does. You just gotta have it on your table!

If you're not a home baker, pie can seem a bit daunting to try and make yourself. I bake all the time and making my own crust is still an annoyance.

So if you don't like to bake, I can only imagine how frustrating the idea could be. What are you to do then? How are you supposed to have Thanksgiving dessert when you're not up to making it yourself?

Luckily, we're in an area with plenty of fantastic local bakers who will make sure you've got a pie on your holiday table this year.

Sure, you could always pick something up at ShopRite, that's a totally valid option. But why not spread some goodwill this Thanksgiving and shop small? Don't worry though, I've done the research for you. Down below, I've listed 7 different places in Monmouth and Ocean counties you could get your Thanksgiving pies this year!

If you decide to get any of your holiday desserts from any of the places on the list, take pictures and tag us on social media! We'd love to see your holiday spreads! Happy (really early) Thanksgiving!

Delicious Orchards in Colts Neck is where my family gets our Thanksgiving pies every year. The apple and the apple crumble are both fantastic, but I'm a pumpkin pie girl myself. If you'd like to check out their full flavor lineup, click here.

Wemrock Orchards has a wide variety of different pie options, including fun seasonal pies like Apple Cranberry as well as sugar free options. They do take orders, which is recommended so you can ensure you get your favorite flavor for Thanksgiving. Click here to see their full flavor list.

Muller's Bakery has plenty of different flavor options for you to choose from (click here to see them all) for your Thanksgiving pies. Plus, they've made it super convenient for you. You can order online and pick it up in time for the holiday! Or you can pick it up on Thanksgiving itself, they'll be open.

Check out The Baker's Grove if you're looking for a dessert that is reminiscent of pie but isn't so on the nose. They've got galettes and tarts on their Thanksgiving menu this year, which are basically cousins to pie, as well as cakes and cheesecake.

If you'd prefer some sort of funky flavor for your Thanksgiving pie this year, check out Big Apple Bakery in Manahawkin. They've got some nontraditional flavors, like Key Lime and half banana cream/half chocolate cream, as well as more classic flavors. Click here for the full list.

The sheer number of pie flavors Emery's Farm has is kind of insane. But that means you've got plenty of options for your Thanksgiving guests this year. Plus, they've got a bunch of no-sugar-added options, if your guests are concerned about that sort of thing! And if you're worried about time, you can always stock up early and freeze the pies until the holiday comes around.

Red Rose Bakery has 2 different locations, so you can order from whichever is closest to you! They've got an online ordering system that makes it super easy to order multiple pies at once, so if your Thanksgiving dinner is going to have a long guest list, this just might be the place to get your pies from. Or, you can always pop in and get a pie out of the case.