Looking for a pie-alternative for your Thanksgiving table? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here are 16 incredibly delicious desserts for Thanksgiving that aren’t pie!
Who says pie is the only worthy dessert for Thanksgiving? I do love pie, but even I can admit it shouldn’t be the only sweet treat we talk about when planning for Thanksgiving.
Whether you’re looking for a show-stopping centerpiece dessert like a cake, or something more casual and simple like cookies or even rice krispie treats— I have you covered. Keep scrolling for 16 dessert recipes that are guaranteed to be popular at any holiday gathering!
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Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren’t Pie
Pecan Pie Brownies
Fudgy brownies and rich pecan pie filling bake together into one incredibly decadent dessert.
Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake
A rich and moist cream cheese pound cake scented with cinnamon, nutmeg and orange zest, filled with fresh tart cranberries, and covered with a sweet orange glaze.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Layers of graham cracker streusel, smooth cream cheese filling, cinnamon apple chunks, and caramel drizzle make up these rich and creamy caramel apple cheesecake bars. They’re perfect for fall!
Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake
There’s a spiced pumpkin cake, homemade caramel sauce, vanilla whipped cream and candied pecans. While this recipe is completely from-scratch (no cake mixes here), it’s still really easy to make.
Classic Apple Crisp
Made with fresh apples and pantry staples you likely have in your kitchen already, and ready for the oven in just 15 minutes.
Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
Soft-baked cookies made with nutty brown butter and cinnamon. They’re a crowd favorite!
Pumpkin Roll Cake
Soft, spiced pumpkin cake rolled with creamy filling makes a beautiful and delicious fall dessert everyone will love. It’s easier to make than you think!
Cranberry Caramel Nut Bars
Buttery crumb bars filled with caramel, cranberries, and pecans. They’re perfect for making ahead and they travel well!
Chewy Gingersnap Cookies
They’re scented with molasses and spices, slightly crisp at the edges with soft and chewy centers, and they are irresistible!
Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake
They’re scented with molasses and spices, slightly crisp at the edges with soft and chewy centers, and they are irresistible!
Mini Cheesecakes
A rich and creamy cheesecake filling and graham cracker crust in a delightful single serving! They’re perfect for parties or taking on the-go. Top with caramel sauce or candied nuts for a Thanksgiving twist.
Pecan Pie Bars
These rich and delicious pecan pie bars served “a la mode” with ice cream and caramel sauce are a fun alternative to classic pecan pie!
Oatmeal Cream Pie Cookies
A homemade version of the Little Debbie classic. The soft and chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiched with a creamy marshmallow filling makes for an irresistible treat!
Brown Butter Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
Not your average rice krispie treats, these are made with nutty brown butter and filled with salted caramel.
Sweet Potato Spice Cake
Light and tender, with a subtle sweetness from the sweet potato and a hint of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Topped with cream cheese frosting, of course!
Caramel Chocolate Chip Oat Bars
Gooey, chewy, and utterly delicious. With layers of soft caramel and oatmeal chocolate chip cookie, they’re the perfect mashup of sweet and salty flavors and textures.
