If you are looking for The Best Thanksgiving Desserts, you have come to the right place. There is no doubt that even after you've scarfed down your turkey dinner, you will be ready to dive into the desserts. Maybe you'll go for something traditional like Pecan Pie or try something new like Cranberry Apple Spice Bread Pudding. Either way, this list is packed full of delicious desserts and is sure to have something for everyone.
This Thanksgiving Desserts roundup has its fair share of delicious pies but is also full of cakes, cookies and cheesecakes. You'll find ideas for Pumpkin Lasagna, Pecan Upside Down Cake, Easy Make Ahead Apple Frangipane Tart, and so many more!
Table of contents
I have separated these desserts by categories, pumpkin, chocolate, pecan etc., to help you find exactly what you are looking for.
Be sure to check out my recipe roundup for The Best Thanksgiving Sides before you go!
Pumpkin Desserts
I had to start this recipe roundup with Pumpkin Desserts simply because they are my favorite! Pumpkin Pie is my absolute favorite and makes the top of my "must-have" list for Thanksgiving Desserts.
Pumpkin Roll
This classic Pumpkin Roll recipe is made with a moist pumpkin cake, chopped pecans and the best cream cheese frosting. Grab the recipe here!
Easy Pumpkin Pie Tartlets
These mini Pumpkin Pie Tarts are individually portioned and made to be enjoyed with your fingers! They're made using a homemade cream cheese pecan crust which, compared to pie dough, is much easier to work! Grab the recipe here!
Irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust
Looking for an alternative to a grand tradition of a Pumpkin Pie? We've got you! Make a delicious lightly spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust instead. With a buttery ginger biscuit, creamy pumpkin flavoured filling and a deliciously sweet Swiss meringue on top, this Thanksgiving cheesecake is truly irresistible! Grab the recipe here!
Chewy Pumpkin Cookies
Soft, chewy and full of pure pumpkin flavor. These Chewy Pumpkin Cookies scream fall with loads of pumpkin spice flavors, pecans and pumpkin. Grab the recipe here!
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Moist Pumpkin Spiced Cake with a Sweet Cream Cheese Frosting. The best Fall pumpkin layered cake recipe! Grab the recipe here!
Pumpkin Pie
Perfect for Thanksgiving or just because, this scratch made Pumpkin Pie recipe is always a crowd pleaser. Beautifully creamy pumpkin filling in a perfectly flaky pie crust. This Pumpkin Pie recipe is a keeper! Grab the recipe here!
Pumpkin Lasagna
This easy Pumpkin Lasagna is a perfect fall dessert! It is a fun layered pumpkin dessert that looks festive at a fall dinner party or Thanksgiving. Grab the recipe here!
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies are soft pumpkin flavored treats sandwiched between cream cheese filling. It is so easy to assemble the whoopie pies and the flavor is delicious. Grab the recipe here!
Chocolate Desserts
No Thanksgiving is complete without something chocolate! These chocolate desserts are perfect for your Thanksgiving spread this year.
Chocolate Meringue Pie
Classic rich and creamy Chocolate Meringue Pie topped with a soft pillowy meringue. Perfect for your Thanksgiving Dinner. Grab the recipe here!
Decadent Oreo Chocolate Lasagna
Crushed Oreos layered between sweet cream cheese and chocolate pudding. Top it off with Cool Whip and chopped chocolate for a luxuriously sinful dessert. Grab the recipe here!
German Chocolate Cake
A timeless dessert that makes the perfect holiday or birthday cake. German Chocolate Cake made with a coconut pecan filling and rich fudge frosting. Grab the recipe here!
French Silk Pie
French Silk Chocolate Pie, a rich and silky-smooth chocolate filling topped with fresh whipped cream. The perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. Grab the recipe here!
Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Shaped Mini Bundt Cakes
Have you ever seen anything as cute as these pumpkin shaped mini Bundt cakes? These Halloween pumpkin cakes are just adorable. Learn how to make a pumpkin shaped cake like this, and it will be a Thanksgiving or Halloween dessert to impress! It is a perfectly sized pumpkin bundt cake that is too cute to eat! Grab the recipe here!
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
A classic cookie recipe worth keeping in your recipe book. Chocolate crinkle cookies are rich, fudgy and super simple to make. Rolled in powdered sugar for a beautiful, crinkled effect. Grab the recipe here!
Fruit Desserts
Maybe you are looking for a classic apple pie or something new to try this year. From cherry desserts to apple desserts, you are sure to find a dessert or two to make in this list.
Pennsylvania Dutch Apple Pie
This scratch pie recipe uses a flaky pastry crust, perfectly spiced apple pie filling and a crumbly brown butter topping! Serve it a la mode for the ultimate holiday dessert! Grab the recipe here!
Simple Cherry Crisp Recipe
This simple Cherry Crisp Recipe is so simple to make but tastes amazing! It is perfect served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream...or both! Yum! Grab the recipe here!
Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding
Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding has layers of Nilla wafers, sliced bananas, and rich vanilla pudding! This is the real recipe, straight from their cookbook. Grab the recipe here!
Caramel Apple Cheesecake
If there's one dessert that never fails to impress, it's cheesecake and this Caramel Apple Cheesecake might just be my favorite version yet! Creamy, rich, and full of warm fall flavor, it's topped with spiced apples and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce. Grab the recipe here!
Easy Black Raspberry Pie
This black raspberry pie recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients! Refreshing black raspberries, tart orange zest, and an easy premade buttery crust makes this the perfect balance of sweet and sour for a summer pie! Plus, it's vegetarian and made with natural sugar. Grab the recipe here!
Southern Lemon Pie
A silky smooth southern lemon pie recipe that is easy to make, has very few ingredients but is a classic dessert that everyone loves. Grab the recipe here!
Apple Frangipane Tart
This is not your standard apple pie. With a yummy almond filling and poached apples arranged in a flaky pastry! Grab the recipe here!
Cherry Cheesecake
Cherry Cheesecake made completely from scratch. This no fail recipe is so easy to make and doesn't require a water bath. Grab the recipe here!
Cranberry Apple Spice Bread Pudding with Maple Cream Sauce
A buttery bread pudding studded with fruit, nuts, and spices--just perfect for the holidays. Grab the recipe here!
Caramel Apple Pie
Homemade Caramel Apple Pie is pure decadence. Tender, warm apples are baked to perfection in a mix of sweet ingredients under a layer of buttery crumb topping. Serve it with a dollop of vanilla ice cream for a real treat! Grab the recipe here!
Sweet Potato Desserts
Here you will find the Southern staple, Sweet Potato Pie as well as a few more delicious Sweet Potato desserts perfect for Thanksgiving.
The Best Sweet Potato Pie
This PERFECT Southern Sweet Potato Pie Recipe is filled with tender baked sweet potato, indulgent fall flavors and baking spices in a flaky buttery crust. Grab the recipe here!
Sweet Potato Coffee Cake
Warm spices, moist cake and a delicious pecan streusel topping make this Sweet Potato Coffee Cake the ultimate fall treat. Grab the recipe here!
Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Frosting
A sweet treat perfect for Thanksgiving! Grab the recipe here!
Praline Sweet Potato Pie
Move over sweet potato casserole - let's put this amazing holiday favorite where it belongs ... on the dessert table! Grab the recipe here!
Pecan Dessert Recipes
When I think of Thanksgiving desserts Pecans and Pumpkin come to mind first. No Thanksgiving is complete without a delicious Pecan Pie. Ahead you will find a traditional Pecan Pie recipe followed by a more delicious pecan desserts.
Pecan Pie
Classic Pecan Pie with a gooey brown sugar pecan filling. This delicious Pecan Pie is a Southern staple during the Holiday season. Grab the recipe here!
Brown Butter Pecan Spice Cookies
These cute little brown butter pecan spice cookies are packed with pecan pieces, the nutty flavor of browned butter and just a hint of cinnamon and cloves. They are perfect, chewy cookies with crispy edges to have with a cup of coffee or as a quick snack anytime of the day! Grab the recipe here!
Pecan Pie Bars
This is the Best Pecan Pie Bars recipe with a caramelized pecan pie set atop a shortbread crust. With an amazing taste, is sure to please a crowd. Grab the recipe here!
Pecan Pie Cheesecake
This pecan pie cheesecake is a creamy brown sugar cheesecake topped with a rich and decadent pecan sauce. A fun and festive dessert to serve during the holidays that looks super impressive yet is easy to make! Grab the recipe here!
Pecan Upside Down Cake
This easy, single-layer pecan upside down cake is moist, buttery and bursting with caramel and pecan flavors. Grab the recipe here!
Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie
This tempting Texas-style pie uses a crunchy pecan topping and gooey fudge filling to create the ultimate pecan pie. Once you've tried a Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie, there's no going back! Grab the recipe here!
Like this post?
Leave a review below, I would love to hear your thoughts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Pinterest, and YouTube to stay connected!
Comments
No Comments