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    Ambitious Foodie » Desserts & Sweets

    25 No-Bake Thanksgiving Desserts

    Modified: Nov 14, 2026 · Published: Nov 14, 2026 · . Help us out! Review HERE. · Written by: Imene Senouci · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Oven space is the first thing to run out on Thanksgiving, which is why no-bake Thanksgiving desserts are such a smart plan. They chill in the fridge while the turkey roasts, and many can be made the day before.

    Our No-Bake Cheesecake with Cool Whip and Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip are two easy ones to start with. If you do have room in the oven, browse our 20 best Thanksgiving desserts and Thanksgiving pie recipes too.

    I'm sharing 25 no-bake Thanksgiving desserts below. They include Cranberry Cream Pie, Pumpkin Icebox Cake, Pecan Pie Truffles and more. There are pies, icebox cakes, puddings, truffles and fudge, so pick a few for your Thanksgiving table!

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    • Pies and Cheesecakes
    • Icebox Cakes and Tiramisu
    • Puddings and Parfaits
    • Truffles and Bites
    • Fudge, Bark and Bars

    Pies and Cheesecakes

    These no-bake pies and cheesecakes deliver all the richness of classic Thanksgiving desserts without taking up precious oven space on the busiest cooking day of the year.

    1. No-Bake Cranberry Cream Pie1

      No-Bake Cranberry Cream Pie

      A cranberry cream pie that comes together without touching the oven, making it a smart addition to a holiday spread already full of baked goods.

      18 reviews / 4.6 average

      Make this recipe:

      No-Bake Cranberry Cream Pie >

      Photo and recipe: A Family Feast

    2. No Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake2

      No Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake

      A caramel apple cheesecake made without Cool Whip or an oven, bringing classic fall flavors together in a sliceable, easy-to-serve format.

      Make this recipe:

      No Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake >

      Photo and recipe: Homemade In The Kitchen

    3. No Bake Sweet Potato Cheesecakes3

      No Bake Sweet Potato Cheesecakes

      Mashed sweet potato and warm spices go into a creamy filling for these individual cheesecakes. They're a fun, fridge-set twist on sweet potato pie for the Thanksgiving dessert table.

      6 reviews / 5.0 average

      Make this recipe:

      No Bake Sweet Potato Cheesecakes >

      Photo and recipe: How Sweet Eats

    4. Creamy No-Bake Cookie Butter Pie4

      Creamy No-Bake Cookie Butter Pie

      A Biscoff cookie crust holds a filling of cookie butter, cream cheese, and whipped cream in this rich no-bake pie that needs zero oven time.

      Make this recipe:

      Creamy No-Bake Cookie Butter Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Pink Owl Kitchen

    5. No-Bake Maple Pecan Protein Cheesecakes5

      No-Bake Maple Pecan Protein Cheesecakes

      Low-carb individual cheesecakes with maple and pecan flavors, no added sugar, and 24 grams of protein each, a lighter option for the holiday dessert spread.

      Make this recipe:

      No-Bake Maple Pecan Protein Cheesecakes >

      Photo and recipe: thefitfork.com

    6. No Bake Chocolate Pie6

      No Bake Chocolate Pie

      An Oreo crust filled with silky chocolate ganache makes this a rich, fudgy pie that holds its own alongside traditional Thanksgiving flavors.

      Make this recipe:

      No Bake Chocolate Pie >

      Photo and recipe: Just so Tasty

    Icebox Cakes and Tiramisu

    Icebox cakes and tiramisu are ideal make-ahead options, letting you prep dessert a day early so the holiday itself stays stress-free.

    1. Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Icebox Cake7

      Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Icebox Cake

      Layers of graham crackers and pumpkin cream cheese mousse make this a no-fuss stand-in for pumpkin pie that comes together in minutes.

      Make this recipe:

      Easy No-Bake Pumpkin Icebox Cake >

      Photo and recipe: Life Made Sweeter

    2. Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake8

      Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake

      Graham crackers, cheesecake filling, and apple pie filling stack up into a simple no-bake cake that captures the cozy flavors of fall.

      7 reviews / 4.7 average

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      Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake >

      Photo and recipe: Inside BruCrew Life

    3. Masala Chai Tiramisu9

      Masala Chai Tiramisu

      A chai-spiced take on tiramisu with ladyfingers and whipped mascarpone cream, made without raw eggs and full of warm holiday aromatics.

      Make this recipe:

      Masala Chai Tiramisu >

      Photo and recipe: Shreya's Kitchen

    4. Chocolate Lasagna10

      Chocolate Lasagna

      An Oreo crust, chocolate pudding, cheesecake layer, whipped cream, and mini chocolate chips stack into a dessert that feeds a crowd with very little work.

      531 reviews / 5.0 average

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      Chocolate Lasagna >

      Photo and recipe: Amanda's Cookin'

    Puddings and Parfaits

    Individual puddings and parfaits are easy to portion out for a crowd, and the layered presentation looks impressive with very little effort.

    1. Homemade Banana Pudding11

      Homemade Banana Pudding

      A from-scratch vanilla custard cooked on the stovetop gets layered with sliced bananas, whipped cream and vanilla wafers, then chilled until spoonable. It's a classic alternative to pie.

      26 reviews / 4.9 average

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      Homemade Banana Pudding >

      Photo and recipe: Sugar Spun Run

    2. Chai Spiced Pudding12

      Chai Spiced Pudding

      A warm chai-spiced pudding that brings something a little unexpected to the dessert table, simple to put together from pantry staples.

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      Chai Spiced Pudding >

      Photo and recipe: Premeditated Leftovers

    3. Butterscotch Pudding13

      Butterscotch Pudding

      Made with butter, dark brown sugar, and heavy cream, this cornstarch-based butterscotch pudding comes together from ingredients most kitchens already have.

      Make this recipe:

      Butterscotch Pudding >

      Photo and recipe: Kitchen Treaty

    4. Gluten Free Pumpkin Gingersnap Parfait14

      Gluten Free Pumpkin Gingersnap Parfait

      Layers of pumpkin spice mousse, whipped cream, and crumbled gingersnap cookies make this a gluten-free, make-ahead option ready for fall gatherings.

      Make this recipe:

      Gluten Free Pumpkin Gingersnap Parfait >

      Photo and recipe: Small Farm Big Life

    5. No Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits15

      No Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits

      Individual cranberry cheesecake parfaits bring a bright, creamy element to the Thanksgiving dessert table with no baking required.

      Make this recipe:

      No Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Parfaits >

      Photo and recipe: Domestic Superhero

    6. Caramel Apple Pudding Parfaits16

      Caramel Apple Pudding Parfaits

      Butterscotch pudding layered with chopped apples and pineapple creates a light, caramel-apple-inspired parfait that comes together quickly.

      Make this recipe:

      Caramel Apple Pudding Parfaits >

      Photo and recipe: Eating Richly

    Truffles and Bites

    Bite-sized treats are perfect for grazing after a big Thanksgiving feast when no one has room for a full slice of anything.

    1. Pecan Pie Truffles17

      Pecan Pie Truffles

      Classic pecan pie flavors packed into truffle form, a great way to serve that holiday flavor without slicing and plating a full pie.

      Make this recipe:

      Pecan Pie Truffles >

      Photo and recipe: Shugary Sweets

    2. Buckeye18

      Buckeyes

      Peanut butter balls dipped almost entirely in chocolate so a little circle of peanut butter shows, just like a buckeye nut. They're an easy no-bake candy for the dessert tray.

      26 reviews / 5.0 average

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      Buckeyes >

      Photo and recipe: I Heart Naptime

    3. Oreo Balls19

      Oreo Balls

      Two ingredients come together into little rounds of Oreo goodness, straightforward to make and easy to pile onto any dessert tray.

      29 reviews / 5.0 average

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      Oreo Balls >

      Photo and recipe: Your Homebased Mom

    4. Dark Chocolate Pecan Clusters20

      Dark Chocolate Pecan Clusters

      Dark chocolate, pecans, pretzels, and caramel bits come together in a Crockpot or microwave for an easy shortcut version of pecan turtle clusters.

      9 reviews / 5.0 average

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      Dark Chocolate Pecan Clusters >

      Photo and recipe: Grits and Gouda

    Fudge, Bark and Bars

    Fudge, bark, and bars are easy to make in generous batches, great for a holiday dessert platter or for sending guests home with something sweet.

    1. Apple Pie Fudge21

      Apple Pie Fudge

      Soft fudge packed with apple pie filling and warm spices delivers classic pie flavor in a bite-sized form with no candy thermometer needed.

      Make this recipe:

      Apple Pie Fudge >

      Photo and recipe: Shugary Sweets

    2. Salted Caramel Fudge22

      Salted Caramel Fudge

      Sweet caramel fudge finished with a touch of salt, a simple recipe that makes a generous batch for a holiday platter or gifting.

      Make this recipe:

      Salted Caramel Fudge >

      Photo and recipe: Ruffles and Rain Boots

    3. White Chocolate Cranberry Bark23

      White Chocolate Cranberry Bark

      Four ingredients make this sweet and tangy bark with dried cranberries and orange zest, ready in minutes and an easy addition to a treat platter.

      7 reviews / 4.9 average

      Make this recipe:

      White Chocolate Cranberry Bark >

      Photo and recipe: Cupcakes & Kale Chips

    4. Pumpkin Spice White Chocolate Bark24

      Pumpkin Spice White Chocolate Bark

      White chocolate bark with buttery toffee bits and warm pumpkin spice, a quick fall treat that works equally well on a dessert table or as a gift.

      Make this recipe:

      Pumpkin Spice White Chocolate Bark >

      Photo and recipe: Cupcakes & Kale Chips

    5. No Bake Pecan Pie Bars25

      No Bake Pecan Pie Bars

      Vegan and gluten-free bars built on an oat and almond flour crust, topped with salted date caramel and crunchy pecans, a wholesome spin on the Thanksgiving classic.

      15 reviews / 4.9 average

      Make this recipe:

      No Bake Pecan Pie Bars >

      Photo and recipe: Purely Kaylie

    With 25 recipes to choose from across every style and skill level, there is something here for every Thanksgiving table.

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