15 Thanksgiving Desserts That Are Not Pumpkin Pie
Thanksgiving is such a magical time, with the air turning crisp and leaves falling to the ground; it’s also the peak of all things pumpkin!
As much as I love pumpkin pie, it’s nice to share Thanksgiving desserts with loved ones that capture fall that are not pumpkin pie. This collection of desserts ranges from no bake cheesecakes, bars, cakes, and, of course, pies featuring other fall flavors.
Thanksgiving Desserts
A collection of 15 desserts that are perfect for your Thanksgiving celebration that taste like fall in every bite.
No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake
A light and creamy no bake pumpkin cheesecake that is bursting with pumpkin spice flavor. This cheesecake is easy to make and ready in as little as 4 hours.
Pumpkin Cake Bars with Brown Butter Frosting
These pumpkin cake bars have a spiced cake layer and are topped with a nutty brown butter frosting. These fall-inspired bars are a fun pumpkin-themed treat.
Cheddar Apple Pie
Apple pie is the perfect fall dessert and cheddar takes this pie to the next level. It has a flaky crust that will have you coming back for more!
Pumpkin Spice Angel Food Cake
This fall-themed angel food cake is flavored with pumpkin pie spice. It's light and airy and will be a hit this fall. Plus, I share a secret technique that ensures this angel food cake is perfectly light and fluffy.
Sour Cream Coffee Cake
This sour cream coffee cake has a tangy flavor. It is tender and moist with lots of streusels! The chopped pecans give the cinnamon streusel a slightly nutty flavor and crunch.
Maple Cream Apple Pie
This maple cream apple pie has a tart flavor and is sweetened with maple syrup. It’s made with a few simple ingredients that transform this filling into a creamy filling you won't forget.
No Bake Caramel Cheesecake
This cheesecake is finger-lickin good! Not only does this cheesecake require no baking, but it’s also packed with the sweet and salty flavors of caramel and pretzels with a classic buttery graham cracker base.
Sweet Potato Layer Cake with Marshmallow Frosting
This sweet potato layer cake with marshmallow frosting is the perfect Thanksgiving dessert. It's inspired by sweet potato casserole and will soon become a signature dessert at your table. Every bite is deliciously flavorful and soft.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse
This is another no bake dessert that is perfect for Thanksgiving. Each jar is filled with a crumb base made of buttery graham crackers, and light and airy pumpkin cheesecake mousse, and topped with whipped cream.
Maple Spiced Pear Cake
This maple spiced pear cake proves how simple ingredients can be transformed into something amazing. It has a simple butter cake that is spiced with your favorite fall spices and sweetened with pure maple syrup. The pears are tender and flavorful. Each bite of this cake is blissful.
Sweet Potato Pie with Maple Marshmallow Topping
Everyone loves a classic sweet potato pie. This pie is silky smooth, perfectly spiced, and topped with a sweet maple marshmallow topping.
Brown Sugar Maple Pie
This brown sugar maple pie is sweet, caramelized, and custard-y goodness all in one slice. This pie is worth the extra effort to make and your guest will love it!
Spiced Pear Cake with Honey Caramel Frosting
This spiced pear cake is filled with tender pieces of pear. It's a moist cake, with warm fall spices, and is covered in a nutty brown butter frosting.
Pumpkin Roll Cake with Ginger Buttercream
This pumpkin-flavored roll cake is filled with a spiced ginger cream cheese frosting. It's easy to make and delicious to eat. It will be an instant hit for your Thanksgiving.
No Bake Apple Caramel Cheesecake
It's always good to have a no bake cheesecake you can make for a holiday gathering. This no bake apple caramel cheesecake has a creamy cream cheese filling infused with apple flavor and is covered in a thick caramel sauce with thinly sliced apple slices. It's a taste of fall in every bite.
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Happy fall baking, friends!