I ranked apple pies from 5 fast-food chains. My favorite was also the cheapest.

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• I tried apple pies from Arby's, KFC, McDonald's, Panda Express, and Popeyes.
• I loved Arby's apple-infused croissant-textured pie.
• However, my favorite — and the cheapest — was the $1.89 pie from McDonald's.

Year-round, I opt for savory pies. But come fall, I ditch my go-to chicken potpies for the season's staple: apple pie.

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