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Unique Thanksgiving Desserts

50+ Unique Thanksgiving Desserts Your Guests Will Rave About

Nov 9 2019

Dessert is your chance to let your imagination run wild on Thanksgiving since the meal probably doesn't change much from year to year. You've got your turkey, you've got your potatoes, but your dessert can be anything you want it to be.

You can stick with Fall staples, like pumpkin and apple, or go crazy with flavours like peanut butter, chocolate, or even chai. We've got options for all of those, whether you're looking for a pie, cookies, or even ice cream. Read through to see 51 of our best Thanksgiving desserts, and enjoy!

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1. No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

These adorable dessert cups can be put together in no time and require zero baking.

Get the recipe: no-bake pumpkin cheesecake

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2. Pumpkin Pie With Graham Cracker Crust

The traditional pumpkin pie gets an update with the graham cracker crust in this recipe.

Get the recipe: pumpkin pie with graham cracker crust

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3. Pecan Pie Cookies

These cookies are great to grab and go after the meal, especially if you want to take a few on the road with you.

Get the recipe: pecan pie cookies

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4. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bar Cookies

These are like all your favourite desserts in one — pumpkin pie, cheesecake, and cookies!

Get the recipe: pumpkin cream cheese bar cookies

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5. Pumpkin Pie Truffles

You can pop these in your mouth rapid fire to cap off your meal — but don't be surprised if you eat 10 in a row! They're that good.

Get the recipe: pumpkin pie truffles

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6. Mason Jar Salted Caramel Cheesecake

The best part about these treats is that they're single-serve, so you can pop any leftovers in the fridge for later.

Get the recipe: mason jar salted caramel cheesecake

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7. Pumpkin Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Take your pumpkin dessert to another level by baking it into a cake and topping it with cream cheese frosting.

Get the recipe: pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting

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8. Cranberry Gingerbread Cake

Gingerbread isn't just for cookies! Try it as a cake with a hint of cranberry.

Get the recipe: cranberry gingerbread cake

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9. Apple Pie

Keep it classic with this beautiful apple pie. You can't go wrong!

Get the recipe: apple pie

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10. Bourbon Pecan Pie

Your pecan pie is kicked up a few notches with the addition of bourbon.

Get the recipe: bourbon pecan pie

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