Thanksgiving Pumpkin Desserts
You can’t have Thanksgiving with a slice (or two!) of dessert. Whether you’re team pumpkin or just love trying new fall sweets, these Thanksgiving Pumpkin Desserts are guaranteed to impress any of your holiday guests! From classic pumpkin pie with a twist to bars and cheesecakes, these Thanksgiving desserts have you covered.
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Thanksgiving Pumpkin Recipes for Hosting
1. Pumpkin Bars
Soft, moist, and filled with decadent pumpkin spice flavor, these Pumpkin Bars are the perfect make-ahead Thanksgiving dessert for a crowd. They’re topped with cream cheese frosting and serve all the flavor of pumpkin pie in a handheld treat.
2. Whiskey Pumpkin Pie
A classic pumpkin pie with a grown-up twist! This Whiskey Pumpkin Pie recipe has a splash of whiskey that adds warmth and depth to the creamy pumpkin filling, making it a go-to for your Thanksgiving dinner.
3. Pumpkin Donut Holes
Non-traditional Thanksgiving Pumpkin Recipes!
I love a good Thanksgiving dessert that is not traditional! These Pumpkin Donut Holes are bite-sized bliss coated in cinnamon sugar. Serve them fresh and warm with a side of ice cream for a sweet Thanksgiving dessert that’ll disappear in minutes.
4. Spiced Rum Pumpkin Cheesecake
Creamy, rich, and just the right amount of indulgent, this Spiced Rum Pumpkin Cheesecake combines two holiday favorites — cheesecake and pumpkin pie — into one show-stopping dessert. The spiced rum gives it a subtle kick that pairs perfectly with the silky pumpkin filling.
5. Pumpkin Layer Cake
Tired of pumpkin pie? This Pumpkin Layer Cake delivers big flavor and will be a show stopper for your guests. With fluffy pumpkin cake layers and creamy frosting, it’s a celebration of fall in every slice.
6. Crustless Mini Pumpkin Pies
These Mini Pumpkin Pies are crustless and are perfect for individual servings and make portion control easy (though we won’t blame you for grabbing seconds).
7. Best Pumpkin Bread
I love having a pumpkin bread to have sitting out during Thanksgiving! It’s a great option for those who don’t like pie, and great for after dinner snacking, too!
8. Pumpkin Bread Pudding
This Pumpkin Bread Pudding takes everything you love about fall — warm spices, rich custard, and soft bread — and bakes it into a dreamy dessert that’s perfect with a drizzle of caramel sauce. I love using a high quality bread.