10 Amazing Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes to Sweeten Your Celebration

 Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family gatherings, and indulging in delicious food. No feast is complete without a delightful array of desserts that capture the essence of the season. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these ten Thanksgiving dessert recipes promise to add a sweet finale to your holiday celebration.

1. Classic Pumpkin Pie

   Ingredients:

•    - 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
•    - ¾ cup granulated sugar
•    - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
•    - ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
•    - ½ teaspoon ground ginger
•    - ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
•    - 2 large eggs
•    - 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
•    - 1 unbaked pie crust

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

•    - Mix pumpkin puree, sugar, spices, and eggs. Gradually stir in evaporated milk.

•    - Pour mixture into the pie crust. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let it cool before serving.

2. Apple Crumble

   Ingredients:

•    - 6 cups sliced apples
•    - ¾ cup all-purpose flour
•    - ¾ cup rolled oats
•    - 1 cup brown sugar
•    - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
•    - ½ cup butter, softened

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

•    - Place sliced apples in a baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly.

•    - Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apples. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.

3. Pecan Pie Bars

   Ingredients:

•    - 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
•    - ⅔ cup powdered sugar
•    - ¾ cup butter, softened
•    - 3 large eggs
•    - 1 cup corn syrup
•    - 1 cup granulated sugar
•    - 2 tablespoons butter, melted
•    - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
•    - 1 ½ cups chopped pecans

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

•    - Mix flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter until crumbly. Press into an ungreased 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes.

•    - In another bowl, beat eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in chopped pecans. Pour mixture over the baked crust.

•    - Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set. Let it cool completely before cutting into bars.

4. Cranberry Orange Bread

   Ingredients:

•    - 2 cups all-purpose flour
•    - 1 cup granulated sugar
•    - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
•    - ½ teaspoon baking soda
•    - ½ teaspoon salt
•    - ¾ cup orange juice
•    - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
•    - 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
•    - 1 large egg, beaten
•    - 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

•    - In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir in orange juice, oil, orange zest, and beaten egg until well combined. Fold in chopped cranberries.

•    - Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool before slicing.

5. Chocolate Pecan Pie

   Ingredients:

•    - 1 unbaked pie crust
•    - 1 cup corn syrup
•    - 1 cup granulated sugar
•    - 3 large eggs
•    - 2 tablespoons butter, melted
•    - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
•    - 1 ½ cups pecan halves
•    - ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

   
   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

•    - In a bowl, mix corn syrup, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in pecans and chocolate chips.

•    - Pour mixture into the unbaked pie crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the center is set. Allow it to cool before serving.

6. Maple Pecan Cheesecake

   Ingredients:

•    - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
•    - ¼ cup granulated sugar
•    - ½ cup butter, melted
•    - 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
•    - ¾ cup maple syrup
•    - 3 large eggs
•    - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
•    - 1 cup chopped pecans

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Wrap the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with foil.

•    - Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press onto the bottom of the prepared pan.

•    - In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in maple syrup. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans.

•    - Pour mixture over the crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is almost set. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating for several hours or overnight.

7. Cinnamon Roll Apple Cobbler

   Ingredients:

•    - 6 cups sliced apples
•    - ½ cup granulated sugar
•    - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
•    - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
•    - 1 can (12 oz) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

•    - In a large bowl, mix sliced apples, sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.

•    - Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters and place them on top of the apple mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown.

•    - Drizzle with the icing before serving.

8. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

   Ingredients:

•    - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
•    - ¼ cup granulated sugar
•    - ½ cup butter, melted
•    - 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
•    - 1 cup granulated sugar
•    - 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
•    - 3 large eggs
•    - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
•    - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
•    - ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
•    - ½ teaspoon ground cloves

   

Instructions 

• - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

• - In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan.

• - In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, and spices. Beat until well combined.

• - Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust. Spread it evenly.

• - Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.

• - Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight before cutting into bars.

9. Chocolate Mousse

   Ingredients:

•    - 6 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
•    - 3 tablespoons water
•    - 3 large eggs, separated
•    - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
•    - 1 cup heavy cream
•    - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

   

   Instructions:

•    - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and water together, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.

•    - In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick. Stir in the melted chocolate.

•    - In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

•    - In a different bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

•    - Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, followed by the beaten egg whites.

•    - Divide the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

10. Gingerbread Cookies

   Ingredients:

•    - 3 cups all-purpose flour
•    - 1 teaspoon baking soda
•    - ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
•    - ¾ teaspoon ground ginger
•    - ½ teaspoon ground cloves
•    - ½ teaspoon salt
•    - ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
•    - ½ cup packed brown sugar
•    - 1 large egg
•    - ½ cup molasses
•    - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

   

   Instructions:

•    - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

•    - In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.

•    - In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix well.

•    - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.

•    - Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.

•    - Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.

•    - Place cookies on baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set.

•    - Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

These delightful dessert recipes are sure to impress your guests and add a touch of sweetness to your Thanksgiving celebration. Whether you choose to bake a classic pumpkin pie or try your hand at making gingerbread cookies, these treats will undoubtedly become cherished additions to your holiday tradition. Enjoy and happy Thanksgiving!