30 of the Most Delicious Thanksgiving Desserts
I’m starting to get into planning mode for the upcoming holidays. September is already slipping away, and with October being non-stop busy in my house, I’ve learned it’s best to start thinking ahead to Thanksgiving and even Christmas, so I don’t get overwhelmed. And for me, the easiest place to begin is with dessert. Whenever I’m asked what I’d like to bring to gatherings or get-togethers, I almost always choose dessert—I’m definitely a better baker than cook! So naturally, I’ve been on the hunt for delicious Thanksgiving dessert ideas to try out this year.
This roundup of 30 amazing Thanksgiving dessert recipes is full of seasonal favorites and fun twists. While you’ll find plenty of pumpkin and apple treats, I wanted to mix things up by including a few irresistible chocolate options too. Whether you’re hosting a feast or simply contributing a dish, you’ll discover plenty of sweet inspiration to make your holiday table unforgettable.
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting by Cooking Classy.
2. These super adorable Reese’s Turkeys
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3. Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels
4. Carmel Apple mini-cheesecakes with Streusel Topping
Caramel Apple Mini Cheesecakes with Streusel Topping by Cooking Classy
5. Thanksgiving Turkey Cupcakes
These adorable Turkey Cupcakes are the perfect dessert recipe for that Thanksgiving party at school! Cupcakes are my favorite dessert, and this recipe is pretty easy. Get the kids to help!
6. Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Cinamon Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting are the perfect Fall Cookies and a wonderful choice for a Christmas Cookie Exchange. This cookie tastes just like Pumpkin Pie which makes it a great Thanksgiving Dessert idea. And with the delicious frosting they will look beautiful on your Christmas Dessert Table.
7. Pumpkin Carmel Cheesecake Bars
The best pumpkin cheesecake bars — two layers like a cheesecake with pumpkin pie topping PLUS a delicious cinnamon crust and streusel! Top with caramel.
8. Apple Bundt Cake with Carmel Frosting
9. Slow Cooker Caramel apple Crumble
Harvest Caramel Corn – a fun Fall treat. Sweet and salty popcorn covered in delicious caramel – so delicious and so easy to make. It would be a great Thanksgiving Party Food or a Fall movie night dessert!
Toll House Chocolate Chip Pie – All of the classic flavors of the Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies in a warm, dense, fudgy cookie pie! So good!
12. Cherry Cheesecake Dip Takes 5 minutes
13. Brown sugar Pecan pie Cheesecake
The best if both worlds! This Brown Sugar Pecan Pie Cheesecake has a rich and creamy brown sugar cheesecake base with a layer of pecan pie right on top. The best part is that this dessert recipe is actually really easy!
14. Pumpkin Pie with Burbon Whipped Cream
15. Apple Pear Crisp with Peanut Butter
Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake – lots of caramel and a cream cheese whipped topping to make it extra delicious. Perfect for your Thanksgiving dessert.
17. Snickerdoodle Apple Pie Bites
18. Sweet Potato Pie with Pecan Crust
19. Triple Berry Pie by Tastes Better from Scratch
21. Hot Fudge Peanut Butter Pie
23. Apple Cider Cupcakes with Brown Sugan Cinamon Buttercream
24. Pumpkin Snickerdoodles by Cookie Classy
25. Peanut Butter and Chocolate Acorns
Peanut Butter & Chocolate Acorns. Perfect little fun bite for harvest time. Fun to make, fun to eat.
26. Pecan Pie Bars
27. Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats
29. Apple Crisp by Tastes Better from Scratch
Creamy and Cool Pumpkin Delight with so many delicious layers – everyone will love it! Recipe includes whipped topping, pecans, pumpkin spice, pumpkin puree, cream cheese and white chocolate instant pudding mix.
Hopefully you’ve found a few irresistible Thanksgiving desserts to add to your holiday menu. From rich cakes to flaky pies and everything in between, these sweet treats are sure to bring smiles to your table. And when I’m short on time or energy, I always turn to the delicious ready-made desserts at Sam’s Club—they’re guaranteed crowd-pleasers! Plus, Sam’s online deals are my go-to for snagging the best Black Friday and Christmas shopping bargains.
