Thanksgiving Treats to Sweeten Your Holiday Feast
We all (or at least most of us) crave something sweet, whether it’s while waiting for the meal to arrive, chatting, or wrapping up dinner! That’s why having sweet treats is so important, especially during holiday celebrations like Thanksgiving.
So, given that (and as a person with a sweet tooth myself), I made this list of the best Thanksgiving treats for your holiday parties. They are all easy to make and guaranteed to make everyone’s mood a little bit sweeter!
Rice Krispie Turkey Legs
Let’s start with these absolutely cute and tasty Rice Krispie turkey legs! They’re such an easy and perfect treat for Thanksgiving. I’m sure this will be a hit, especially with the kids! Those pretzels and white chocolate are heaven!
Gooey Pumpkin Bars
Embrace the essence of fall with these Gooey Pumpkin Bars, a perfect treat to serve at Thanksgiving for their warm, spiced pumpkin flavor and irresistibly fudgy texture. Pair them with a glass of cold milk for a cozy, comforting dessert that captures the festive spirit of the season.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Shortbread Crust
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are a must-have for your Thanksgiving dessert table. The creamy cheesecake layer combined with a crisp shortbread crust offers a delightful contrast, while the rich pumpkin flavor makes them a festive favorite that’s sure to please.
Pumpkin Pie Tacos
Mini Pumpkin Pie Slice Cookies
Of course, Thanksgiving is pie season! If you can’t get enough pies, I’m sure you’ll love these mini pumpkin pie slice cookies. They look so cute and taste amazing! I can already see the guests coming back to this treat.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles
Just imagine your usual tasty cheesecake… but this one’s bite-sized and packed with the autumn flavors you’re looking for! I am extremely in love — this treat is definitely going back on my Thanksgiving dinner table. These pumpkin cheesecake truffles are an absolute must-try!
Pumpkin French Toast
Another pumpkin-flavored treat because I know we all crave these during the holidays! The whipped cream in these toasts just makes everything better. Trust me, this is a dessert you won’t want to miss at your Thanksgiving dinner!
Pretzel Turkey Jar
This pretzel turkey jar is one of the cutest Thanksgiving treats I’ve seen! It’s just so creative and easy to make, perfect for adding the holiday vibe to your celebration. This adorable treat will definitely stand out on your Thanksgiving dessert table!
Easy Nutter Butter Turkey Cookies
Aww, I’m a huge fan of Nutter Butter cookies! Especially this cute version with pretzels as turkey feathers – it’s so adorable! These are 100% recommended if you want to add a fun touch to your Thanksgiving menu!
Apple Flower Tarts
Omg, I have to be honest, the first time I saw this, I was intimidated by the flower design, but surprisingly, it’s easy! And it tastes so good too! These gorgeous apple flower tarts will surely impress your guests!
Classic Pumpkin Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling
I won’t forget about this classic pumpkin cake roll!! My highlight for this recipe is its heavenly delicious cream cheese filling! Like, who will not fall in love with that? Plus, the texture of this cake roll is amazing too!
Brown Butter Maple Pecan Cookies
Are you craving maple flavors? Then these cookies are for you! I am 100% attached to this cookie recipe with its crumbly texture and maple glaze! I just know it tastes divine!
Nutella + Orange Babka
I know we all have a soft spot for Nutella. Personally, I think I can eat any recipe with Nutella! The combination of Nutella and orange zest in this babka is absolutely irresistible. I’m telling you, this recipe is worth a try.
Traditional Plum Dumplings
Dumplings might not be on your immediate list when you think of Thanksgiving treats, but this one might be an exception! These traditional plum dumplings are out of this world! And look at that pop of colors; it will surely bring your holiday menu to another level.
Chocolate Covered Espresso Spiced Pretzels
This recipe is one of the easiest and tastiest pretzel recipes out there! From the name itself, you already know how delicious this will be! I’m also a fan of espresso, so this hits the spot! I’m sure that this will be loved during your dinner.
Autumn Leaf Sugar Cookies with Maple Syrup
These leaf-shaped sugar cookies are just so cute!! I really love using this type of cookie decoration during Thanksgiving! They bring a magical touch to your holiday table and taste as sweet and as good as they look. They are perfect!
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies
Oh my, these chewy pumpkin pie cookies look absolutely tasty! And what makes them even better is they’re vegan, so they’re both delicious and healthy! I can’t wait to make these for Thanksgiving!
Cranberry Apple Crisp
Ending this list with a bang! This cranberry apple crisp is so mouthwatering! That crunchy top?? I can’t get enough of it. Plus, that cranberry and apple flavor is a perfect combination for Thanksgiving!
I’m extremely thankful to the original creators of these tasty Thanksgiving treats! They surely made our Thanksgiving dinner a lot sweeter and better!
