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Today I’m sharing The Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes to help you find the perfect recipe to serve this year. This roundup has everything from make-ahead fondue potatoes, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts to pretty holiday salads and Salted Pretzel Honey Butter Biscuits. If you’re still looking for a dish to bring or serve this Thanksgiving, you’ll definitely find a delicious option here. So many yummy sides!
With Thanksgiving getting close, everyone is officially in prep mode. I’m excited for the holiday ahead—it already feels like such a special year.
My menu is set, but I know many of you are still planning, or maybe you’re attending a gathering and need a dish to share. No matter what you’re looking for, I’ve gathered some of our most-loved holiday sides to add to your menu. I’d forgotten how many good ones there are. Crockpot potatoes and my Sweet Potato Casserole are oldies but goodies, and of course, I can’t do a holiday dinner without a really great salad.
I’m so happy to bring these favorite recipes back for you to make and enjoy.
If there are any sides you’d love to see next month for Christmas, let me know in the comments. I love hearing your ideas! And if you’re still planning your Thanksgiving meal, here is our 2025 Thanksgiving menu with all the details.
The Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Make Ahead Thanksgiving Salad
The make ahead salad you’ll actually want on your plate. Fresh, crunchy, sweet…the perfect side to all your favorite Thanksgiving dishes!
Crockpot Green Bean Casserole
Crispy topping, creamy sauce, and all homemade — no canned soup, no oven! The easiest holiday side dish, made fresh and so delicious!
Mashed Potato Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, buttery perfection! This make-ahead mashed potato casserole is the ultimate comforting side, perfect for the holidays!
Crockpot Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions
This make-ahead method makes for the creamiest and most flavorful mashed potatoes!
One Pot Creamy Vegetable Dumpling Soup
This one-pot dumpling recipe is the perfect make-ahead dish for Thanksgiving or chilly fall nights!
Herby Mushroom Croissant Stuffing
Buttery croissants, cozy herbs, caramelized wild mushroom, kale, and Gruyere cheese take classic stuffing from bland and boring to flavorful and completely delicious. Prep this stuffing in advance and then bake up just before you’re ready for dinner for super easy holiday entertaining.
Brown Sugar Roasted Honeynut Squash
The options for serving these easy-to-make squash are endless—they pair well with so many meals!
Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole with Sweet ‘n’ Savory Bacon Pecans.
The classic sweet potato casserole we know and love, but topped with sweet and savory bacon pecans
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes with Caramelized Onions
These creamy crunchy potatoes are so delicious…simple to make and always a crowd favorite!
Crispy Parmesan Thyme Sweet Potato Stacks
With crispy chip like edges, sweet-soft centers, and a sprinkling of sea salt on top, these stacks are so delish!
Crispy Cheesy Potatoes Stacks
Made simply, each cute little potato stack is perfect and so delicious.
Crockpot Fondue Mashed Potatoes
Made simply and easily in the crockpot, these cheesy fondue-style potatoes are amazingly creamy and delicious!
4 Cheese Roasted Garlic Alfredo Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
An easy, delicious, and healthier way to enjoy pasta night!
Roasted Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Salted Honey
A great quick and easy holiday side dish…and always one of the first to disappear!
Creamy 4 Cheese Brie and Buttery Ritz Cracker Mac and Cheese
Just like any mac and cheese recipe, this one is super easy. Make it ahead and everyone will love it. It is the perfect cozy meal for weeknights or the weekends.
Shredded Brussels Sprout Candied Bacon Salad
A festive, sweet, tangy, and spicy salad that’s easy to make ahead and looks so pretty on the table!
Winter Pomegranate Salad with Maple Candied Walnuts
My go-to “house” salad. Pairs perfectly with any meal…make it on repeat all winter long!
Roasted Balsamic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
Spicy, sweet, and tangy together with nutty salty cheese, my favorite quick n easy holiday side dish!
Easiest No-Boil Brie Mac and Cheese
Make this on nights when you need a recipe loved by all that takes almost no effort to make!
Shredded Brussels Sprout and Prosciutto Salad
Quick, festive, easy to make ahead, and so delicious. Perfect for your next holiday gathering!
Fall Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Kale Salad
All the best produce that fall has to offer combined into one big beautiful salad. Shredded kale, sweet honeycrisp apples, pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, and crispy prosciutto. All tossed with a caramelized shallot vinaigrette. Healthy, simple and delicious, this salad is sure to become a new fall staple!
Make Ahead Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Perfectly flavored creamy mashed potatoes…each bite is smooth, creamy, and so delicious!
Harvest Brie and Cheddar Apple Kale Salad
Perfect seasonal salad with creamy cheeses and a balance of savory, sweet, and salty fall flavors!
Salted Pretzel Honey Butter Biscuits
Flaky, buttery biscuits meet soft pretzels—served warm with whipped honey butter. The ultimate cozy holiday roll!
Easy Gruyère Croissants
We’re skipping the 3-day process and making croissants start to finish in under 2 hours with zero stress – perfect holiday!
Salted Honey Butter Parker House Rolls
The perfect rolls for all of your upcoming holiday dinners…Thanksgiving included!
Salted Sage Honey Butter Brioche Rolls
Perfect for soaking up all that Thanksgiving gravy, and just as delicious for breakfast the next day!
Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Bread Wreath.
The perfect pull-apart bread for all of your upcoming holiday dinners.
Perfect Popovers with Cranberry Butter
Light, airy, and buttery. All you need is a blender, butter, milk, eggs, flour, and salt…and you’ll have guests raving!
Lastly, if you make any of The Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
