Today is Pi Day—March 14th (3/14)—because, well, if you paid attention in math class, you know the mathematical constant π (pi) begins with 3.14. While the number itself continues indefinitely (3.1415926535...), there’s only so much to say about it.
So instead, let’s talk about the other kind of pie—the delicious kind!
Instacart just released its list of the most-ordered pies, and unsurprisingly, apple pie takes the crown, making up 29% of all pie deliveries. Here’s how the rest stack up:
Top 10 Most-Ordered Pies on Instacart
1️⃣ Apple pie – 29% 2️⃣ Pumpkin pie – 23% 3️⃣ Pecan pie – 9% 4️⃣ Cherry pie – 8% 5️⃣ Lemon meringue pie – 6% 6️⃣ Blueberry pie – 5% 7️⃣ Chocolate pie – 4% 8️⃣ Key lime pie – 4% 9️⃣ Peach pie – 3% (tied with “Other Pies”) 🔟 Sweet potato pie – 2%
Meanwhile, Google Trends analyzed the most-searched “easy” and “gourmet” pie recipes by state.
- In the “easy” category, chicken pot pie is a top search in the Midwest, South Central U.S., and California. Shepherd’s pie is trending in Florida, New York, and western states, while some northern states crave peanut butter pie.
- In the “gourmet” category, coconut custard pie is a favorite in the Central U.S., California, Alaska, and North Carolina. The West leans toward gourmet pecan pie, while the Midwest sticks with chicken pot pie and shepherd’s pie.
No matter how you slice it, Pi Day is the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite pie! What’s your go-to? 🥧