136 Thanksgiving Desserts With Style, Spice & Surprise in 2025

Thanksgiving desserts are getting a glow-up this year. Pies still hold their place, but dessert tables are branching out — mixing textures, flavors and even tea-infused twists that make every bite feel new.

According to the Whole Foods Market Trends Report, desserts are leaning into two major directions: crunch and tea. Think brûléed tops, nutty toppings, freeze-dried fruits, pistachio crumble and creamy desserts scented with chai or Earl Grey. It’s nostalgic comfort with a modern edge and it's proof that the sweetest part of Thanksgiving keeps evolving, one delicious experiment at a time.

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• Simple & Easy Thanksgiving Desserts
• Traditional Thanksgiving Desserts
• New Takes on Traditional Thanksgiving Desserts
• Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren't Pie
• Chocolate Thanksgiving Desserts
• Unique Thanksgiving Desserts
• Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Desserts
• Low-Carb Thanksgiving Desserts
• Cookies & Cupcakes Thanksgiving Desserts
• Thanksgiving Desserts for a Crowd
• Thanksgiving Desserts for Kids

Simple & Easy Thanksgiving Desserts

Move over Thanksgiving salad, it's time to indulge! Treat your guests to the best Thanksgiving food ideas for dessert. 

1. Baklava Bites

All the sticky, nutty, honey-drizzled charm of baklava — just smaller and easier to pass around. These bite-sized triangles bring that sweet crunch you need after a heavy meal, and they look beautiful piled high on the dessert table.

2. Coconut Cream Pie

Coconut lovers, this one’s for you. A thick and creamy coconut cream pie that will delight your guests. For an easy recipe, fill a pie shell with a delicious coconut filling with a touch of vanilla. Top your pie with whipped cream and coconut flakes for a fun dessert that feels right at home next to the pumpkin pie.

3. Baked Applesauce Donuts

Pull out your donut pans for homemade cinnamon apple donuts. This unique alternative Thanksgiving meal uses a non-traditional Thanksgiving recipe that combines flour, apple pie spice, applesauce and vanilla. They come out warm and sugar-dusted — perfect with a mug of coffee once the dishes are done.

4. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Create a soft and comforting pumpkin bread studded with melty chocolate chips. It’s the dessert that turns into breakfast the next morning, if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers.

5. No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Mini Trifles

Treat your guests to a simple mini trifle for a festive Fall dessert idea. Tiny layers of pumpkin cheesecake, whipped cream and soft cake crumble stacked in little cups. They look fancy but take almost no effort, and people always go back for seconds because they’re “just small.”

6. No-Bake Cranberry Cheesecake

Creamy, tart and a little dramatic in the best way. Prepare a homemade graham cracker crust, then fill it with cream cheese. Finish with a cranberry topping to give it that pop of color that makes this cheesecake feel right for the holidays — no oven time required.

7. Salted Caramel Cookies

Soft, chewy cookies with gooey caramel centers and a sprinkle of flaky salt to balance it all out. You can also fill the cookies with chocolate chips or macadamia nuts for an extra crunch or even use no-egg baking recipes.

8. Baked Apples

Simple, fragrant and pure comfort. Apples filled with brown sugar and cinnamon are baked until they collapse into caramelized sweetness. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and your guests won’t be complaining.

9. Cranberry Tart

With minimal ingredients and a fast prep time, a cranberry tart is one of the easiest Thanksgiving desserts to prepare. The glossy cranberry filling feels fancy but comes together fast — one of those desserts that looks harder than it is.

10. Mini Apple Pies

All the goodness of apple pie, but handheld. These little Thanksgiving desserts bake up with flaky crusts and bubbling cinnamon filling, perfect for nibbling while standing around chatting. Top with a crumbly brown sugar topping.

11. Pumpkin Truffles

Pumpkin cheesecake meets chocolate truffle. Craft your truffles with pumpkin puree, chocolate, cream cheese and graham crackers, then let the dessert chill in the refrigerator for two hours. They’re great straight from the fridge when you want “just a taste” of dessert.

12. Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles

Smooth, dark and just barely sweet. They will come together easily and are perfect to serve alongside other Thanksgiving desserts or as bite-sized treats for snacking on. They melt on your tongue and feel a little decadent, especially dusted with cocoa or topped with sea salt.

13. Cinnamon Icebox Cake

Made with chocolate and vanilla pudding layered with graham crackers, this cinnamon icebox cake is easy to whip up and is finished in the fridge overnight. So, you can make this dessert the night before. It’s like tiramisu’s autumn cousin — no baking, all reward.

14. Pie Spiced Roasted Apples

Roasted apples that taste like pie filling without the crust. Roasted in the oven for 30 minutes, it’s an easy dessert to whip up. The edges caramelize, the cinnamon scent fills the kitchen and a scoop of ice cream makes it feel complete.

15. Baked Apple Cake Doughnuts

Looking for Thanksgiving desserts that aren't pie? Apple doughnuts are a classic option. Real apples and applesauce sweeten classic cake doughnuts, finished with a dusting of cinnamon sugar. They taste like a fairground in November.

16. Chocolate Hazelnut Caramel Tart

Glossy chocolate, roasted hazelnuts and a ribbon of caramel all tucked into one buttery crust. It’s indulgent without being heavy — the kind of dessert people will ask for the recipe.

17. Apple and Thyme Galettes

Flaky pastry, sweet apples and a hint of thyme that makes everyone pause mid-bite. These rustic little tarts feel fancy but look charmingly imperfect, like something from a countryside bakery.

18. Pumpkin Cheesecake Rolls

Soft pumpkin sponge rolled around a creamy cheesecake filling and sliced into swirls. It’s a pumpkin take on a classic Swiss roll, and once you’ve mastered the roll, it’s surprisingly quick to pull together.

Traditional Thanksgiving Desserts

19. Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is a must at any Thanksgiving gathering. The creamy, spiced filling and buttery crust make it a favorite year after year. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the perfect finish. It's the perfect Thanksgiving dessert to round up a fabulous fall dinner.

20. Apple Pie

Apple pie ranks right alongside turkey and stuffing as a Thanksgiving staple. So that's your call to make one with a latticed or crumbly cinnamon crust and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

21. Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is unapologetically rich — gooey, glossy, and loaded with toasted nuts. The secret is balance: just enough salt to cut the sweetness, just enough crunch to keep you coming back for one more bite, even after the turkey coma hits.

22. Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potato pie has that familiar fall flavor, but a little lighter and a little softer. Combine sweet potato with cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla and bake in a flaky pie crust. The filling is silky and warm, almost like a pudding in a crust. Being more airy, it makes a good switch-up from the usual pumpkin pie.

23. Pumpkin Bars

Somewhere between cake and brownie, pumpkin bars are the low-effort win everyone loves. Whisk together pumpkin puree, vanilla and other ingredients before baking your bars in a sheet pan and topping them with a smooth cream cheese icing.

24. Apple Blossom Tart

Create a beautiful apple blossom tart to impress your guests. Core and slice Gala or Pink Lady apples into half-moon shapes. Toss the fruit in brown sugar, granulated sugar and other autumn spices. Bake the apples until they’re malleable to form a beautiful flower blossom. It’s one of those Thanksgiving desserts that looks like you bought it, but everyone’s more impressed when you say you made it.

25. Pumpkin Trifle

Aside from turkey and the classic Thanksgiving sides, pumpkin is one of the most common ingredients used in Thanksgiving recipes. Pumpkin trifle takes this common ingredient and dresses it up in layers. Cake, pudding, whipped cream, repeat. It’s messy, creamy, and the perfect thing to scoop straight from the fridge the next morning. 

26. Cherry Crumb Pie

A good cherry pie hits that sweet-then-tangy balance that wakes everyone up after a heavy meal. Combine frozen or fresh tart cherries with sugar, vanilla and almond extract and top with a crumbly cinnamon sugar crust for a delicious dessert for your guests. 

27. Pumpkin Roll

Classic pumpkin rolls are one of the top 10 Thanksgiving desserts to serve your friends during the holiday season. Bake a flattened cake flavored with pumpkin puree and spread a light and fluffy cream cheese filling on top. Simply roll (or sometimes not) and it's ready to serve. It’s retro in the best way and takes less time than most pies. Once you’ve rolled one, you’ll see why it’s a repeat recipe. 

28. Candied Apples

Candied apples add a bit of fun to the dessert table. Apples coated in a candied sugar mixture for a tangy and refreshing treat. The shiny, hard shell gives way to a juicy crunch, and the color alone earns them a spot beside the pies.

29. Pecan Shortbread Cookies

These shortbread cookies practically melt when you bite them. Combine pecans with brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and butter for a sweet and simple cookie. Pack leftovers for your guests in festive Thanksgiving containers for a nice treat for them to take home.

30. Cranberry Curd Tart

Creamy cranberry baked in a flaky pie crust is sure to become one of the top 10 Thanksgiving desserts this year. Topped with sugar-coated cranberries and whipped cream, it’s equal parts sweet and sharp.

31. Pear and Berry Cobbler

Cobblers are easy to make, which makes them perfect Thanksgiving desserts. And you can make it a cold-weather cobbler with berries, pears and warming brown butter flavors. The fruit bubbles up through the biscuit topping, filling the kitchen with aromas of brown butter and sugar. Spoon it warm into bowls and add ice cream before anyone asks.

32. Pumpkin Spice Mousse

All the flavor of pumpkin pie, none of the heaviness. This mousse is creamy, spiced and light enough to sneak in after you swore you couldn’t eat another thing.

33. Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle

Pumpkin, cheesecake and gingersnaps stacked in a glass — it’s part dessert, part centerpiece. Layer with pumpkin filling, gingersnaps, creamy cheesecake and chocolate chips, and top with whipped cream. Each spoonful hits creamy, crunchy and spiced all at once, which explains why people always come back for “just one more scoop.”

34. Ginger Pumpkin Pie

Just a spoonful of ginger — or a splash of steeped ginger tea — gives pumpkin pie new life. It sharpens the sweetness and adds a gentle heat, turning a familiar favorite into something fresh without breaking tradition.

Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren’t Pie

35. Apple Cobbler

Prepare an unforgettable apple cobbler for one of your Thanksgiving desserts. Bake sliced apples with brown sugar, flour, nutmeg, vanilla and other ingredients for a warm, sweet treat. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream before anyone can claim they’re too full.

36. Tiramisu

Tiramisu fits right in with the season — creamy mascarpone cheese layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a dusting of cocoa. It’s rich but somehow light enough to keep the conversation going.

37. S’mores Brownies

Bake your favorite chocolate brownie recipe and incorporate a crispy graham cracker crust. Then simply frost with a homemade vanilla bean marshmallow cream. Lightly toast the marshmallow topping for a crispy texture. They’re gooey, sweet and just messy enough to make everyone smile.

38. Pumpkin Spice Cake

Treat your guests to a mouthwatering pumpkin spice cake for your holiday event. Whisk together pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice and other simple ingredients. Top your cake with a delicious cream cheese frosting to round out your seasonal flavors.

39. Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars

If you’re looking for Thanksgiving desserts that aren’t pie, treat your guests to cheesecake bars filled with zesty cranberries. Prepare a crumbly cookie base for your crust and incorporate white chocolate for an irresistible dessert that mixes sweet and tangy. They’re rich enough to feel special but cut small enough to keep it casual.

40. Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispies Treats

A little pumpkin spice turns this childhood classic into a holiday hit. The chocolate drizzle makes them look fancy — even if they’re the easiest thing you’ll make all week.

41. Apple Cider Donut Cake

Moist, spiced cake with a splash of apple cider baked right in. Dust it with cinnamon sugar to add to the taste and presentation.

42. Blondies

Golden brown squares that fall somewhere between cookie and cake. Add white chocolate chips or chopped nuts if you want the crunch, but honestly, the brown butter flavor speaks for itself.

43. Pumpkin Pie Milkshake

Blend pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla ice cream for a shake that feels festive but light. Top with whipped cream and graham crumbs for that pie-but-not-pie energy.

44. Cranberry Walnut Shortbread Bars

Combine fresh or frozen cranberries with a walnut shortbread crust to create unforgettable dessert bars that hit every texture — buttery crust, tangy cranberries, nutty crunch. They’re great warm or cold and make an excellent “just one more bite” moment after dinner.

45. Autumn Cake

Craft a smooth chocolate cake with vanilla buttercream frosting to treat your guests. And once you decorate it with sugar leaves or tiny pumpkins, suddenly it’s your fall centerpiece. The flavor’s classic, the look’s pure Thanksgiving.

46. Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Cake

Prepare a fluffy spiced cake bursting with autumn flavors by combining caramelized cinnamon apples with simple fall ingredients for one of the most delicious Thanksgiving desserts. A sprinkle of sea salt brings it all together for a dessert that hits every craving at once.

Chocolate Thanksgiving Desserts

47. Marble Cake

Swirls of dark chocolate and buttery vanilla make every slice of this marble cake a surprise. It’s the kind of cake that looks like effort but really isn’t — and pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee after dinner.

48. Mocha Mug Cake

This one’s made for that late-night craving when the dishes are done and the kitchen’s quiet. Heat up a spoonful of cocoa and a splash of coffee in a microwave-safe mug and it forms a delicious cake-like texture. Top with whipped cream for an added touch of indulgence.

49. Chocolate Mousse

Create an airy and delicious chocolate mousse with only a few ingredients. Simply combine heavy cream, powdered sugar and cocoa powder and you'll have a light, fluffy dessert. Serve with fresh fruit, like raspberries or strawberries, to make it that much more delicious.

50. Oreo Cheesecake Bites

Mini cheesecakes meet crushed Oreos for a dessert that’s equal parts fancy and fun. They’re a sweet finger food idea that works well after a big meal. Drizzle each bite with dark chocolate and white chocolate for a special touch.

51. Chocolate Meringue Pie

Bake an unforgettable dessert that will become an instant classic among your loved ones. Prepare a flaky crust and fill the pie with a smooth and rich chocolate pudding. And top with a fluffy meringue for an irresistible after-dinner treat. This recipe also doubles as a great Easter dessert.

52. Chocolate, Hazelnut and Caramel Tart

Any chocolate lover will appreciate this tart on the list of Thanksgiving desserts. Create a crust from blanched hazelnuts, flour and sugar. Then, fill the pastry with a dark chocolate fudge filling and melted caramel. Chill your sweet treat and top with crushed hazelnuts for crunch.

53. Chocolate Chip Blondies

All the best parts of a chocolate chip cookie, baked thick and golden. They’re simple, comforting and easy to make and are perfect for any Friendsgiving food ideas.

54. Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake

A creamy cheesecake infused with hazelnut spread, that's topped with chopped nuts and dark chocolate. It’s rich enough to replace a pie — and memorable enough to become a new tradition.

55. Oreo Brownies

Fudgy brownie batter poured over a layer of Oreos creates that irresistible mix of crunch and melt. Slice them big, because everyone’s going back for seconds anyway.

Unique Thanksgiving Desserts

56. Butterscotch-Cornflake Apple Crisp

A fun twist on the classic crisp, one of the more traditional Thanksgiving desserts. Add cornflakes to your favorite apple crisp recipe for a crunchier texture. Drizzle a homemade butterscotch sauce over the top of your dessert and serve it with vanilla ice cream.

57. Apple Fritters

Crispy on the outside, tender inside. These fritters are cooked until they’re golden, then tossed in a cinnamon-sugar mixture or glazed with an irresistible frosting you can make from scratch.

58. Pecan Pie Bars

All the rich, nutty flavor of pecan pie in easy bar form. Start with a thick shortbread crust and add a creamy, savory pecan filling. Your guests will love crunching on this delicious dessert after the main meal.

59. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Whip up these creamy cheesecake bars infused with pumpkin flavoring for some truly unique Thanksgiving desserts. The buttery crust topped with pumpkin puree, cream cheese and pumpkin spice makes a delicious combination. Serve them with a dollop of whipped cream to round out this tangy dessert.

60. Sticky Toffee Pudding

Start with a homemade sponge cake and shower it with a creamy toffee pudding. Top with chopped dates and serve it alongside vanilla ice cream. It's old-fashioned comfort at its sweetest.

61. Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Fudge Pie

Bursting with an array of flavors, this pie will satisfy any picky guest. Fill a homemade pie crust with a creamy chocolate pie filling, then craft a delicious peanut butter crumble to sprinkle on top. Finish with a drizzle of caramel sauce for a rich icing.

62. Spiced Pumpkin Latte Cheesecake

It's essentially a pumpkin cheesecake with espresso and gingersnap crust. Create a gingersnap cookie crust from graham crackers or Oreo cookies. Fill the pie with a combination of cream cheese, pumpkin puree and espresso powder for a special touch. It’s the latte-inspired dessert no one sees coming.

63. Cranberry Cake

Soft vanilla cake studded with tart cranberries and frosted with vanilla icing. Frost with homemade vanilla icing for an instant crowd-pleasing dessert among your guests.

64. Pumpkin Pudding

Transform pumpkin puree and a sugar-spice mixture into a warm bowl of pumpkin pudding. Then top with whipped mascarpone cream and chopped pecans. It's a cozy alternative to traditional pie.

65. Apple Strudel

Bake a warm and savory apple strudel to serve your guests after the Thanksgiving meal. It's easier than it sounds, too, with just puff pastry dough filled with diced apples and a sweet raisin filling. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to round out your dessert.

66. Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Creamy, spiced and baked in individual cups. They’re quick to make, easy to serve and perfectly portioned. Top each piece with a pumpkin and cream cheese frosting for a delicious taste with every bite.

67. Pumpkin Seed Toffee

Crunchy, buttery toffee loaded with pumpkin seeds — ideal as a light dessert, party appetizers or a homemade gift for guests. 

Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Desserts

68. Apple Pie Sorbet

All the flavor of apple pie without the crust. Fresh apples, brown sugar and cinnamon make this sorbet cool, creamy and gluten-free.

69. Flourless Chocolate Walnut Cookies

Soft, fudgy cookies packed with chocolate chips and walnuts. Fold in chocolate chips or butterscotch chips for extra flavor. Guests will love this gooey, fudge-like cookie after the main meal. They’re rich enough to satisfy any chocoholic.

70. Vegan Apple Cake

Craft a delicious vegan and gluten-free apple cake for one of the best plant-based Thanksgiving desserts. Combine gluten-free flour with cinnamon spice and fresh apples. Drizzle an addictive cinnamon streusel topping across your cake to round out your dessert. 

71. Gluten-Free Olive Oil Cake

This airy olive oil cake is a citrusy, elegant gluten-free option that your guests will love. Olive oil and lemon zest give this cake a bright flavor and a tender crumb. Top it off with whipped cream and fresh berries for a satisfying dessert.

72. Chocolate Ganache Tart

Whip up a creamy chocolate ganache tart for one of those gluten-free Thanksgiving desserts that don't miss the gluten. Start with a savory cookie crust and top with a silky chocolate ganache. Add whipped cream or fresh berries for an easy finish.

73. Flourless Fudge Cake

Bake a decadent fudge cake for your gluten-free guests. Swap out wheat flour for pure baking chocolate, butter and eggs for a rich and tender chocolate cake. Your guests will be begging for a second slice.

74. Gluten-Free Pop-Tarts

Treat your guests to homemade gluten-free Pop-Tarts for a treat they might not even realize they're missing. Create a gluten-free pastry crust and fill it with your favorite Pop-Tarts flavor, think cinnamon-sugar or strawberry jelly. Frost the top of each pastry with homemade icing.

75. Gluten-Free Apple Crumb Pie

Warm spiced apples baked under a crunchy gluten-free crumble topping. Serve with vanilla ice cream for a classic finish.

76. Cranberry Frangipane Tart

Bake a zesty cranberry tart for the best Thanksgiving desserts. Create a nutty frangipane crust and fold in fresh or frozen cranberries. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top for a delicious gluten-free dessert.

77. Coconut Flan

Craft a creamy coconut flan to serve your gluten-free guests. Combine eggs, coconut milk and condensed milk into a flan pan. Add grated coconut to the cake mixture for a nutty and refreshing gluten-free treat.

78. Gluten-Free Carrot Cake

Every gluten-free guest will love a homemade carrot cake. Bake a soft and tender cake with grated carrots and chopped walnuts. Frost the cake with an addictive layer of cream cheese icing.

79. Hazelnut Butter and Coffee Meringues

Prepare nutty and creamy meringues for a sweet after-dinner treat. Blend hazelnut butter and espresso powder into your favorite meringue recipe for a delicious gluten-free dessert.

Low-Carb Thanksgiving Desserts

80. Vegan Chocolate Truffles

Craft mouthwatering truffles for the best Thanksgiving desserts with vegan chocolate. This rich and luxurious dessert is low in calories, so everyone can enjoy it after the main meal!

81. Baked Apples or Pears with Cinnamon

Bake sliced apples or pears in the oven for a warm, sweet treat. Shower the soft fruit with freshly ground cinnamon and top with currants for a special touch.

82. Jello Mold

Prepare a classic Jell-O mold for one of the best low-carb Thanksgiving desserts. From strawberry to lemon, there are tons of flavors your guests will enjoy. Fill the dessert with fresh fruit for an extra burst of flavor.

83. Apple-Raspberry Crisp

Create a homemade apple-raspberry crisp for the best Thanksgiving desserts. Combine diced apples with fresh or frozen raspberries. Top the dessert with an oat pecan topping for a delicious and healthy treat.

84. Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Transform avocado into a favorite dessert. Combine avocado with dark cocoa powder for a simple gluten-free, dairy-free and low-carb dessert that everyone will love.

85. Low-Carb Pumpkin Pie

Prepare a classic pumpkin pie for the best Thanksgiving desserts your guests won’t feel guilty about. Swap out some of the ingredients for keto options, such as replacing traditional sugar with vanilla extract or a monk fruit allose blend.

86. Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

Create a homemade pumpkin pie spice to serve with your Thanksgiving desserts. With minimal ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and will elevate any baking treat. Use this for your desserts or drizzle over toast for a light dessert.

87. Mendiants

Craft simple chocolate mediant pieces to serve to your guests. Melt dark chocolate and top each bite with dried fruit and chopped nuts.

88. Pomegranate Orange Tart

Whip up a smooth and zesty tart bursting with pomegranate and orange flavor. Create the crust from walnuts, pecans and butter to make this dessert a keto meal for your low-carb guests!

89. Keto Peanut Butter Squares

Prepare grain-free and sugar-free peanut butter bars for your dessert table. With only four classic ingredients — natural peanut butter, keto chocolate chips, keto maple syrup and coconut flour — your guests will love this simple and delicious dessert.

90. Candied Pecans

Make homemade candied pecans for one of the best Thanksgiving desserts. This light and traditional snack is also one of the best Thanksgiving gifts to treat your friends.

Cookies & Cupcakes Thanksgiving Desserts

91. Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Create a rich, fudgy cookie for your dessert table. Guests will love the chewiness on the inside and the sugar crunch on the outside.

92. Cinnamon Roll Cookies 

Prepare mouthwatering cinnamon roll cookies for your guests. Use sugar cookie dough and create a homemade cream cheese glaze that can be enjoyed with every bite.

93. Gingerbread Cookies

Bake gingerbread cookies for your Thanksgiving gathering. Use cookie cutters to shape each cookie into turkeys, pumpkins or leaves for a festive dessert.

94. Apple Pie Cupcakes

Create festive cupcakes for one of the best Thanksgiving desserts. Bake the cupcakes using a spice cake recipe, and top each piece with a smooth cream cheese frosting and pie crust garnish.

95. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Bake soft and chewy pumpkin cookies brimming with chocolate chips for a Thanksgiving dessert your guests will love. Serve them warm for one of the best fall treats.

96. Chocolate Pecan Cupcakes

Treat your guests to chocolate cupcakes for the best Thanksgiving desserts. Create a creamy caramel-pecan filling for the inside of your cupcakes.

97. Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Whip up chocolate chip cookies to treat your vegan guests. Swap out dairy products for vegan ingredients, such as coconut oil for butter and dark chocolate for semi-sweet chocolate chips.

98. Sweet Potato Cupcakes

Craft tender and delicious sweet potato cupcakes for your dessert table. Frost each piece with a toasted ginger meringue icing for an irresistible dessert.

99. Chocolate Caramel Cookies

Bake dark chocolate cookies filled with a gooey caramel center. Serve the cookies to your guests warm for one of the most unforgettable Thanksgiving desserts.

100. Skillet Cookie Sundaes

Treat your guests to warm cookies fresh out of the oven. Bake each cookie in a small skillet and top them with vanilla ice cream and hot fudge for a delicious sweet treat.

101. Almond-Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

Prepare a classic almond-raspberry cookie for the best Thanksgiving desserts. Fill the center of a shortbread cookie with a delicious raspberry jam and drizzle each piece with an addictive almond glaze.

102. Fall Sugar Cookies

Treat your guests to festive sugar cookies after the special meal. Invite your guests to decorate each cookie for the most fun Thanksgiving crafts.

New Takes on Traditional Thanksgiving Desserts

103. Ancho Chili-Spiced Pecan Pie

Elevate your pecan pie with ground ancho chilies. The sweetness of the chopped pecans paired with the spicy seasoning will provide extra warmth to this classic pie. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to cool off this dessert.

104. Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Transform your pecan pie into a mouthwatering cheesecake for an irresistible dessert. Mix graham cracker crumbs and ground pecans to create a savory crust. Use cream cheese and a traditional cheesecake filling for the inside of your dessert.

105. Brownie Pie

Craft a delightful brownie pie for one of the best Thanksgiving desserts. Combine a homemade pie crust with a chocolate brownie filling. Bake this dessert up to a day in advance for an easy sweet treat for your gathering.

106. Cranberry Hand Pies

Prepare a zesty mini pie for your guests. Fold puff pastry or pie dough into a flakey pastry filled with fresh or frozen cranberries. Add orange juice and orange zest to elevate the flavor. Top it with sea salt for a savory treat.

107. Pie Twists

Fold puff pastry dough into a unique twisted dessert. Fill the treat with pumpkin puree, apple jam or marinated cranberries. Dip your pie twists in homemade whipped cream for an extra boost of flavor.

108. Caramel Apple Pie 

Level up your classic apple pie with a touch of caramel. Bake your favorite apple pie recipe and top with a crumbly brown sugar topping. After the pie cools, drizzle it with caramel topping and pecans for a one-of-a-kind Thanksgiving pie.

109. Pumpkin Pie Mousse

Whip up a creamy mousse for your Thanksgiving gathering. Bake a delicious cookie pie crust and fill it with a homemade pumpkin-spiced mousse. This light and fluffy dessert will become an instant favorite among your guests!

110. Apple Pie with Cheddar Crust

Add a unique spin to your apple pie for the best Thanksgiving desserts. Craft a homemade pie crust incorporating cheddar cheese. Fill the pie with your favorite apple pie filling and bake in the oven.

111. Buttermilk Pie

Create a tangy custard pie to impress your guests at Thanksgiving. This simple dessert incorporates most of the ingredients you already have in your pantry. This flavorful pie also features a lightly crackled sugar top that’s sure to wow your loved ones.

112. Ice Cream Pie

Serve an ice cream pie for a refreshing dessert after the main meal. Bake a homemade cookie crust that pairs perfectly with the ice cream. From coffee ice cream to chocolate, there are tons of flavors everyone is bound to love. 

113. Pumpkin Cream Pie

Whip up a pumpkin cream pie for your guests. Combine pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice and vanilla pudding mix to make the pie filling. Create a frosting with heavy whipping cream and brown sugar to round out your delicious pie.

114. Cranberry Apple Pie

Pair together two beloved autumn fruits for one of the best Thanksgiving desserts. Combine apples and cranberries into a delicious pie with a homemade crust. This tangy and refreshing pie will be the perfect sweet treat after your holiday meal. 

Thanksgiving Desserts for a Crowd

115. Pumpkin Pie Bars

What are the top 5 Thanksgiving dishes? Pumpkin pie is one of them and baking it in bar form allows you to cut it into squares and serve it to a large crowd.

116. Brownie Bottom Cheesecake

Swap the graham cracker crust with brownies to make a decadent cheesecake. This will pair well with items from a Thanksgiving charcuterie board like fruit and brie.

117. Ricotta-Orange Cupcakes

Cupcakes make great Thanksgiving desserts for a crowd because you can make a large batch so everyone can have one. Ricotta makes these cupcakes rich, light and fluffy and orange adds a zest.

118. Apple Cake

A moist apple cake is a great alternative to the classic apple pie. Made with warming spices like cinnamon, this fluffy cake with buttercream frosting will be a crowd-pleaser.

119. Baklava Cheesecake

A rich baklava in the form of a cheesecake? Guests are going to be asking for the recipe for this unique dessert.

120. Rice Krispie Cheesecake

A Rice Krispies crust filled with no-bake cheesecake is going to be your new favorite cheesecake. Try different flavors like chocolate and marshmallow.

121. Pumpkin Cake and Cream Cheese Frosting

Everyone is going to want a slice of this moist pumpkin cake topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. This Thanksgiving dessert features classic flavors in a new way.

122. Pecan Pie Brownies

How do you make decadent brownies better? With pecan pie flavors, of course? These brownies are going to be one of the top 10 Thanksgiving desserts.

123. Pretzel Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

You can make this dessert on a sheet pan by adding a pie crust topped with chocolate, pecans and pretzels. Then, cut it into pieces to serve a whole crowd.

Thanksgiving Desserts for Kids

124. Chunky Nut Butter Cookies

If kids love peanut butter cookies, they’re going to love these. And since they come together in less than 30 minutes, you’ll have no problem baking more when they’re inevitably gone.

125. Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookies and Pumpkin Ice Cream

Skillet chocolate chip cookies have a gooey center and crisp exterior. With a dollop of vanilla pumpkin ice cream on top, this will quickly become a favorite Thanksgiving dessert for kids.

126. Fall-Themed Sugar Cookies

When planning your Thanksgiving menu, don’t forget about the kids' dessert. Sugar cookies in the shape of leaves, acorns or foxes will delight kids after the meal.

127. Chocolate Pie Cookies

A rich chocolate pie in the form of a cookie is going to be devoured at the kids' table. It’s inspired by a French silk pie; it’s a great twist on a classic.

128. Molten Chocolate Brownies

With a gooey center and moist brownie exterior, the molten chocolate brownie will always be a kid’s favorite dessert. Serve with apple or pumpkin ice cream.

129. Pumpkin Pie Turkeys

Make mini pumpkin pies, then create a turkey with mini peanut butter cups and candy corn for a Thanksgiving dessert to be loved by kids.

130. Brown Butter Apple Blondies

Classic blondies with rich brown butter and crisp apples will be your new favorite dessert. Plus, kids will love these classic flavors.

131. Caramel Apple Pie Ice Cream

Mix caramel, cinnamon and apples into vanilla ice cream. These classic flavors will also make a good milkshake or float.

132. Potato Chip Cookies

A mix of salty and sweet, potato chip cookies will be your new favorite Thanksgiving cookies. They’ll be so good you’ll want to make them all year long.

133. Oreo Turkeys

For this Thanksgiving dessert for kids, dip Oreos in chocolate and affix them with candy corn and chocolate chips to create a sweet turkey

134. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

Decadent pumpkin cake sandwiching cream cheese frosting? Yes, please! Kids will want two or three of these decadent desserts.

135. Glazed Maple Cookies

Sugar cookies with a cinnamon-maple syrup glaze will be a spicy-sweet Thanksgiving dessert kids can snack on after all the festivities are over.

136. Apple Cider Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies

Use apple cider to flavor sugar cookies. Add a scoop of vanilla cinnamon ice cream sandwiched between for a sweet ice cream dessert.

Whether you stick with the classics or experiment with a few new twists, Thanksgiving desserts are the perfect way to end the meal on a warm note. From creamy pies and spiced cakes to crunchy bars and playful treats for the kids, these desserts turn a good dinner into a great memory — whether you’re baking at home or heading to one of the restaurants open on Thanksgiving.

For even more fun Thanksgiving ideas, whether you’re looking to prepare the perfect dessert table or find the best Thanksgiving activities, check out other experiences happening at Classpop!