The Official State Pie Of Arkansas Is One You Wouldn’t Expect

As far as pies go, Possum Pie takes the cake! Eateries throughout the state sell the delicious dessert (which, by the way, doesn’t contain any possums). However, to the dismay of many, it’s not the official state pie of Arkansas. That title was given to another pie decades ago.

Tracking down the state’s official pie is not easy as pie. Most assume it's Possum Pie.

Definitely a worthy contender, the layered pie features a cream cheese mixture, topped by a layer of chocolate pudding, topped by whipped cream and pecans.

And no, there aren't any possums in it.

The unusual name references the pie’s deceptive appearance. It looks like vanilla on the outside but is chocolate on the inside, so it’s as if the pie is playing possum.

It’s reasonable to assume that Possum Pie is the state pie.

It's often touted as the Natural State’s favorite dessert.

Plus, it’s sold throughout the state, with many restaurants and bakeries, such as Tusk and Trotter in Bentonville and PattiCakes in Conway, whipping up their own versions.

So, what IS the official state pie?

There’s actually very little info out there. However, a few sources say that the official pie of Arkansas is the Cliff House Inn's Company’s Comin’ Pie.

As the story goes, in 1986, in honor of Arkansas’ 150th birthday, Jim Berry, the owner of Cliff House Inn, lobbied for Company’s Comin’ Pie to be the state’s official pie.

Berry must've been persuasive because the Arkansas General Assembly granted his wish.

Just like Possum Pie, Company’s Comin’ Pie has a name that leaves much to the imagination.

Rather unique, the pie features a Divinity-like crust that’s filled with whipping cream, sugar, and crushed pineapple.

These days, Company's Comin' Pie remains a top-seller at Cliff House Inn.

But you don't have to travel to Cliff House Inn for a bite of the famous pie. The recipe is posted online.

Ready to sample a true slice of the Natural State? Learn more about the Cliff House Inn and its famous pie, here.

So, did you already know Company's Comin' Pie was the official state pie? Or, did you assume it was Possum Pie? And which do you think deserves the title? Tell us!

Company’s Comin’ Pie isn’t the only must-try dessert in the state. Click here to read about an ice cream parlor that whips up naturally crafted ice cream and sorbet.