Thanksgiving Dessert Ideas
A Thanksgiving feast will not be complete without some sweet treats. To help you set up your holiday dessert table, here are some festive and fall themed Thanksgiving dessert ideas that you can try.
Turkey might be the star of every Thanksgiving meal but fall desserts are just as important in bringing out the holiday cheer. From the classic pie recipes to all kinds of apple and pumpkin desserts and other unique dessert ideas, you’ll have plenty of options here.
Some of these Thanksgiving dessert ideas are make-ahead friendly while some are ready in a few minutes. So regardless of whether you are preparing in advance or looking to whip up something at the last minute, there’s surely a perfect recipe for you here.
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What desserts do you have on Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is not all about the turkey. Carrot pie and other fall desserts also make every holiday feast more festive and fun.
Aside from different flavors of pies (pumpkin, apple, pecan, and more), seasonal pumpkin and apple desserts, dump cakes, and jello recipes are also a big hit on Thanksgiving. You can find some amazing recipes for these fall desserts below.
For more fun and kid friendly desserts for the little ones, you can also check out our exciting collection of Thanksgiving Desserts for Kids.
How do you set up a Thanksgiving dessert table?
Setting up a Thanksgiving dessert table is easier than you might think. First things first, you have to look for a great spot. You can set up a table somewhere or use your separate counter area (if you have one.)
Once you are decided, cover your table or counter with a festive linen or table runner. To serve pies and cakes, consider using a cake stand; for cupcakes, use two or more cupcake stands too. This will elevate and highlight your favorite desserts more.
You can also place your cookies on mini crates for a more rustic feel. Plus, you can use some Thanksgiving themed napkins for added decoration.
Kitchen Essentials For Making Thanksgiving Desserts:
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Thanksgiving Dessert Ideas
If you love pumpkin and apple desserts, this section of our list will be your heaven. These dessert recipes are not only delicious, but they only require a little time and effort to make as well.
This delicious pumpkin spice cookie recipe is easy to make and fun to share. These drop cookies are quick, easy, and perfect for the holidays.
Making dump cakes is easy and fun. This pumpkin dump cake is no exception. Make this delicious treat for your Thanksgiving celebration or anytime you need a little fall delight!
Making a no bake pumpkin pie could not be easier! You'll wonder why you ever worried about desserts for Thanksgiving after this one!
This easy pumpkin fudge recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving and for sharing! If you have a pumpkin spice lover in the family you have to try this recipe!
This delicious pumpkin roll recipe is simple, anyone can make it! Pumpkin roll is great for holidays, gifts, and more!
These easy apple hand pies with canned pie filling are easy, delicious, and perfect for fall. Individual little pockets of delicious apple pie!
No bake desserts are my favorite! They are delicious yet easy to make. These no bake pumpkin pie bites are a favorite treat in our house. We eat them year round but they make a great holiday dessert!
You'll love to make this decadent treat again and again even after Thanksgiving. It's just so simple to make but oh so good!
Healthier and almost effortless to make, this self crust pumpkin pie is going to be one of your favorite pumpkin pie recipes!
This creative apple pie recipe is like no other. It's made with phyllo dough and homemade apple pie filling that everyone will surely love.
Thanks to the Instant Pot, this apple cake recipe is ready in just about 40 minutes! This sweet treat is filled with classic fall flavors from apple, cinnamon, and applesauce.
You can pull this lightened up apple crisp recipe together in less than an hour. It's tasty and guilt free!
Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren't Pie
If you're already decided on the pie recipe you're making and are looking for something new for your dessert table, these Thanksgiving desserts are worth the try!
This easy no bake pumpkin cream cheese dessert is perfect for the holidays or to enjoy year round. Pumpkin spice cheesecake rollups are like tiny pumpkin rolls!
This is the best pumpkin pie ice cream! Come and see how easy it is to make homemade pumpkin pie ice cream, the perfect fall recipe!
This sugar cookie fudge recipe is not just easy it's also delicious and festive. It's pefect for sharing with your cookie platters this holiday season!
These delicious no bake pumpkin cookies are easy to make and perfect for sharing. These tasty and easy cookies are a great fall recipe!
This easy apple fritters recipe will quickly become one of your favorites. The combination of crunchy, sweet, and fruity deliciousness is a classic accompaniment to any meal in my mind.
This white chocolate peanut butter fudge is easy and delicious. This no cook fudge is made quickly and simply with ingredients you might have on hand already!
Making this cranberry jello salad with Coolwhip is easy, the results are delicious. This is the perfect holiday dessert recipe!
This easy no bake pumpkin dessert is delicious, indulgent, and simple to make. It's a tasty layered pumpkin dessert that everyone will love!
A quick dessert recipe that you can whip up at the last minute! These pumpkin spice pizzelles are ready in 20 minutes. Plus, the recipe only needs pumpkin spice, vanilla pizzelle cookies, cream cheese, pumpkin, Greek yogurt, and whipped topping.
Simple but indulgent, you might not be able to get enough of these baked apples!
Another seasonal dessert that you'll love! You can make this quick and easy pumpkin fluff recipe in as fast as 10 minutes with only five ingredients.
Unique Thanksgiving Desserts
Explore more unique Thanksgiving dessert ideas with these recipes. These recipes are sure to leave you wanting more!
Your mouth will water with the sight of this creamy and sweet pumpkin bread pudding! This recipe comes with a homemade praline pecan sauce that you'll love.
Cute and super easy to make, it'll be a shame not to make some of these turkey suckers for the kids!
These adorable and chocolaty Thanksgiving brownies will be a hit not only for the kids but for adults as well!
You can make this beautiful dessert in advance. This trifle recipe does not require baking and is made with layers of cake, cookies, and pumpkin cream.
Here's the Thanksgiving dessert that every peanut butter lover will love! This no bake peanut butter pie is made with Oreo pie crust with peanut butter fillings topped with whipped topping and assorted chocolate and peanut butter candies.
This dessert is going to be the star of your dessert table! If you want to impress the kids and even the adults, you should definitely give this rice krispie treat recipe a try!
Cinnamon Roll Pumpkin Pie Recipe: Thanksgiving Dessert Twist
Two desserts in one! This dessert recipe is make-ahead friendly and basically a pumpkin pie with cinnamon rolls on top.
Looking for more Thanksgiving recipes?
Hopefully, this collection of Thanksgiving dessert ideas will help you finalize the list of desserts you want for your dessert table. To help you complete your Thanksgiving dinner menu, here are more collections of recipes that you can check out!
Whether you need main or side dish ideas, these posts will not disappoint. Plus, you can also find recipes perfect for your Thanksgiving leftovers here!
If you need help in preparing your turkey, you can also check out these guide posts on How to Safely Thaw Turkey and How to Cook a Frozen Turkey.
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