20 Best Thanksgiving Desserts

This fun twist on pecan pie uses Rolo candies for a built-in caramel chocolate flavor throughout. Serve it with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel and chocolate on top.

Classic apple pie gets a gorgeous upgrade here with a sweet sour cream custard filling and a cinnamon-sugar crumb topping. It tastes even better chilled, making it a perfect make-ahead Thanksgiving dessert.

This sweet potato pie brings rich Southern flavor to the holiday table, sweetened with brown sugar and loaded with warm spices. It is a lovely alternative if you want something beyond pumpkin.

Nothing beats a homemade pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving, and this classic version has a smooth, spiced filling in a flaky crust. Just do not forget the whipped cream.

This Southern chess pie has a rich, fudge brownie-like filling with a satisfying crackly top. A touch of cornmeal adds texture, and a bit of espresso deepens the chocolate flavor beautifully.

These adorable individual cheesecakes feature a Biscoff cookie crust and a creamy pumpkin filling topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. I love that everyone gets their own little dessert.

This carrot cake is moist, perfectly spiced, and covered in the creamiest frosting. It is a classic crowd pleaser that fits beautifully on any holiday dessert table.

Packed with grated apples and apple cider, this soft and moist cake captures everything I love about fall baking. A simple cinnamon glaze on top makes it look extra special.

This bundt cake has a rich brown sugar base and a warm butterscotch glaze that makes it as gorgeous as it is delicious. It is a real showstopper on the Thanksgiving table.

Bright cranberry and orange flavors make this cheesecake feel festive and fresh for the holiday season. It is a lighter-tasting finish after a big meal.

These pumpkin bars have a cake mix crust, a creamy pumpkin pie filling, and a brown sugar cinnamon streusel on top. They feed a crowd and come together much faster than a pie.

Cinnamon-spiced apples caramelize as they bake under a lightly crispy, buttery topping in this simple cobbler. Add a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream and it becomes the dessert everyone fights over.

All the flavor of pecan pie in a handheld bar, starting with a buttery shortbread crust and finished with a sweet, crunchy pecan topping. Way less stress than making a whole pie.

Tart cranberries with a hint of orange zest are sandwiched between a crispy oatmeal crust and crumble in these festive holiday bars. They are as pretty as they are tasty.

This apple crisp comes together in just 10 minutes and delivers tender cinnamon apples under a buttery oat topping with no special equipment needed. It is the ultimate low-effort, high-reward dessert.

These frosted butter pecan cookies are rich and completely irresistible, perfect for a holiday dessert tray or for gifting. I have a feeling they will become a new Thanksgiving tradition.

This chocolate pretzel toffee is salty, crunchy, and totally addictive. One batch makes plenty to share with guests or to package up as a sweet homemade gift.

These molasses cookies have a perfectly crisp outside and a soft, chewy center with a lovely balance of warm spices. They are the kind of cookie that disappears fastest from any plate.

Chewy and loaded with pumpkin spice and cinnamon sugar, these snickerdoodle cookies are a fun fall twist on a classic. They are quick to make and impossible to eat just one.

This classic pumpkin roll has a soft, moist texture and a smooth cream cheese frosting filling. The recipe even shares a clever trick that makes this impressive dessert completely stress-free.