Thanksgiving Dessert Ideas

Even after eating our weight in turkey and stuffing, there is always room for Thanksgiving dessert. For some of us, it is the highlight of the meal! After soldiering through a veritable banquet of entrées and sides, nothing tastes as good as a treat you feel you've earned.

It is fair to say that there are Thanksgiving dessert staples. On any giving table, you're guaranteed to find at least one average Thanksgiving dessert, be it pumpkin pie, apple pie, or pecan pie. But just because it is a classic, doesn't mean it has to be boring. There are plenty of ways to change up your Thanksgiving dessert menu without completely rocking the boat. Try these unique and fun ideas on your favorite Thanksgiving desserts:

Make it Mini

From mini apple tarts to mini pecan pies, shrinking down the size of these delectable snacks is a unique and portion-friendly way to help folks enjoy the holiday.

Deep-Fry It

You may have deep-fried your turkey this year, but why not deep-fry your favorite dessert?

Jar It

Jarred desserts, like layered pudding cakes, can work as dessert and as a party favor!