The Thanksgiving meal is full of so many of our favorite dishes. How often do you say, “Why don’t we make this more often?” Granted, you probably don’t want to eat like it’s Thanksgiving every day of the year, but some of the best recipes bear repeating. Say, dessert?
The truth is, your Turkey Day sweets would make a fine finale for many occasions — dinner parties, potlucks or, you know, Tuesday.
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Whether you favor pumpkin, apple, sweet potato or pecan pies, or something less expected, such as a cake, anyone would be happy to see one of these end up on the table on any other day.
As far as logistics go, most pies can be made two or more days in advance. If you go the cake or cookie route, those can also generally be stored at room temperature for a few days, or frozen for even longer.
Now here’s a collection of some of our favorite holiday desserts from our enhanced Recipes experience.
Silky Pumpkin Pie
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Our pie queen, Daniela Galarza, elevates this classic with a few smart twists, including cooking the pumpkin and straining the filling, for an ultrasmooth result. Serve with Pecan Butterscotch Sauce to get the best of both worlds with that other holiday favorite. Get the recipe.
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No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake
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My recipe combines pumpkin pie and a no-bake cheesecake for an ethereal and easy-to-assemble dessert. Store-bought graham cracker crust for the win! Get the recipe.
Pumpkin Tassies
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Daniela’s brilliant collection of miniature desserts — which also includes apple, pecan, cranberry, lemon, chocolate and chess variations — are an accessible, fun option for even the most pie-intimidated. Get the recipe.
Two-bite tassies get all your Thanksgiving pies on one plate
Skillet Pumpkin and Apple Cake
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Mission accomplished: I finally got to do a Thanksgiving cake. Inspired by nostalgic pineapple upside-down cake and riffing on my family’s pumpkin loaf, this skillet dessert embeds glossy rings of apple and cranberries in a tender, spiced crumb. Get the recipe.
Mile-High Apple Pie
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She’s done it again! Daniela blew our minds with this towering pie jam-packed with Granny Smith apples that hold their shape well, which is really what you want here. Learn more about the best apples for baking here. Get the recipe.
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Double-Crust Apple Pie
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This textbook apple pie makes use of grocery store standard Golden Delicious for a consistent and, well, delicious result. Get the recipe.
7 apple pie recipes, including classic, caramel and handheld
Apple Tarte Tatin
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Daniela’s pie-adjacent recipe makes for an elegant finish. For even more ease, use a store-bought pie crust. Get the recipe.
Brown Butter Pecan Pie
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Take the Thanksgiving staple to the next level with nutty brown butter and loads of pecans. Daniela suggests serving with dollops of Pumpkin Mousse so you don’t have to choose a favorite. Get the recipe.
Whiskey-Laced Pecan Pie
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Pecans and whiskey play off each other extremely well, especially with an assist from dark corn syrup, but rum will work, too. Get the recipe.
Coconut Cream Pie With Plantains and Dulce de Leche
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You’ll want to plan ahead to ensure you have ripe plantains for Daniela’s mash-up of coconut cream and banana cream pies. Get the recipe.
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Cranberry Tart With Gingersnap Cookie Crust
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Aaron Hutcherson’s stunning but approachable dessert features a crimson curd and press-in gingersnap cookie crust. Get the recipe.
Roasted Cranberry Pie With Meringue and a Press-In Cookie Crust
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This pie from cookbook author Erin Jeanne McDowell also features a press-in cookie crust, topped with an orange-accented cranberry filling and billowy meringue. Get the recipe.
Cranberry-Orange Snacking Cake
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If you’re looking for a recipe that can double as a lighter Thanksgiving Day dessert and a breakfast for any overnight guests, Ellie Krieger’s muffin-like cake made with whole-wheat pastry flour and olive oil fits the bill. Get the recipe.
Pecan Bundt Cake
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This nutty cake would be a stunning centerpiece, especially with your showiest Bundt pan. Get the recipe.
Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pie
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This pie from famed singer and cookbook author Patti LaBelle — you may recall its video fame — has more nutmeg than you might be used to. Go with it; it works. Get the recipe.
