10 Thanksgiving Baking Recipes

This Thanksgiving, you can transform your dessert table with a mix of tradition and creativity. Imagine serving a classic Pumpkin Pie alongside a surprising Sweet Potato Cheesecake. Your guests will be intrigued by the Maple Pecan Bars and the enticing Apple Crumble Tart. With each recipe offering its own unique twist, there’s so much more to discover and delight in. Ready to bake up some holiday magic?

Classic Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is the Beyoncé of Thanksgiving desserts—always a showstopper.

Whip up this classic treat and watch your guests swoon.

And here’s a secret tip: use a little extra spice to jazz it up.

Trust us, your pie will have them coming back for seconds.

👉 Shop Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin – the gold standard for creamy, dreamy pie filling.

👉 Shop McCormick Pumpkin Pie Spice – because flavor should never be a wallflower.

👉 Shop Pyrex Glass Pie Pan – bake it pretty, serve it prettier.

Apple Crumble Tart

Get ready to crumble, baby.

Apple Crumble Tart is here to rock your Thanksgiving table.

It’s like an apple pie, only cooler and easier.

No lattice crust stress here, just sweet, sweet crumble.

Apples, cinnamon, sugar—it’s the holy trinity of desserts.

And that buttery crumb topping? Divine intervention.

Just add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’re in dessert heaven.

Need a tart pan? Of course you do.

👉 Shop Tart Pan – because nobody wants a crust stuck to the pan.

Want to make it even easier? Grab an apple peeler.

👉 Shop Apple Peeler – because life’s too short to peel apples by hand.

And don’t forget the cooling rack.

👉 Shop Cooling Rack – because no one likes a soggy bottom.

Maple Pecan Bars

Maple pecan bars are like the glamorous cousin of the pie you always wish you had.

Rich, buttery, and sweet with a hint of maple magic — these bars will steal the show at any Thanksgiving gathering.

Think of them as pecan pie’s cool younger sibling who just came back from a semester abroad in Canada.

You’ll want to dive face-first into this sticky, nutty goodness.

But hold up — you’ll need a few essentials to pull this off like a pro.

👉 Shop Nordic Ware Half Sheet – because you need a sturdy base for all that glorious gooeyness.

👉 Shop Wilton Parchment Paper – for a mess-free lift-off, because who’s time for sticky pans on a holiday?

👉 Shop Kirkland Signature Pure Maple Syrup – the real MVP of this recipe, trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

Sweet Potato Cheesecake

Get ready to impress your guests with a Sweet Potato Cheesecake that’s as delicious as it’s unexpected.

It’s like someone put Thanksgiving in a dessert.

Creamy, dreamy, and oh-so-sweet potato-y.

👉 Shop Springform Pan – because nobody wants their cheesecake stuck to the pan. Disaster averted.

👉 Shop Electric Mixer – unless you love mixing by hand, which, like, nobody does.

👉 Shop Silicone Spatula – for getting every last bit of batter. Waste not, want not.

Cranberry Orange Bread

Need a Thanksgiving treat that feels like a warm hug?

Cranberry Orange Bread is your ultimate go-to.

It’s like autumn wrapped in a loaf.

Want that citrusy zing with a cranberry punch?

This bread’s got your back.

Serve it warm and watch the smiles bloom.

Better yet, it doubles as breakfast the next day.

Because who doesn’t want pie for breakfast without the guilt?

👉 Shop Loaf Pan – because baking in a quality pan is a game-changer.

👉 Shop Zest Grater – get that orange zest on point.

👉 Shop Dried Cranberries – for when fresh cranberries aren’t your jam.

Spiced Chai Biscotti

Craving something crispy and aromatic with your morning coffee?

Spiced Chai Biscotti is the answer.

Imagine your kitchen filled with the warm, cozy scent of chai spices.

These crunchy delights are the perfect way to start or end your day.

Dunk them in your latte or just nibble away on their own.

👉 Shop Chai Spice Mix – because who’s time to blend spices when you can just sprinkle and bake?

👉 Shop Baking Sheets – for when you realize your old ones are more rust than sheet.

👉 Shop Electric Mixer – when your arm’s ready to quit but the batter isn’t.

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie

Ready to jazz up your Thanksgiving dessert lineup?

Enter the Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie.

This pie is like a boozy hug wrapped in chocolatey goodness.

A little slice of heaven that might’ve your guests fighting over the last piece.

Trust me, you need this in your life.

👉 Shop Ghirardelli Chocolate Chips – because basic chocolate chips just won’t cut it.

👉 Shop Maker’s Mark Bourbon – your pie deserves the good stuff. Don’t skimp.

👉 Shop Nordic Ware Pie Pan – for the kind of crust that makes you want to cry happy tears.

Gingerbread Stuffed Cookies

Gingerbread stuffed cookies are like two desserts in one.

Imagine biting into a cookie and getting a surprise gingerbread hug.

These little nuggets of joy are the rebel child of the dessert world.

Serve these and watch your Thanksgiving guests’ eyes pop.

The only thing more satisfying than eating them? Watching others realize what’s inside.

You’ll need a sturdy baking sheet to handle these babies.

👉 Shop Nordic Ware Baking Sheet – for even, golden-brown cookies every time. No more burnt bottoms.

A reliable stand mixer will make your dough dreams come true.

👉 Shop KitchenAid Stand Mixer – because hand mixing is so last century.

And don’t forget parchment paper.

👉 Shop Parchment Paper – to prevent sticky messes and maintain your sanity.

Now, go forth and bake like the cookie wizard you are.

Caramel Apple Galette

Caramel Apple Galette: the lazy-girl’s apple pie.

Because who’s time for a lattice crust anyway?

Slap those apples on the dough and call it rustic chic.

This beauty is sweet, a little tart, and oh-so-deliciously messy.

Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and watch your guests swoon.

👉 Shop Rolling Pin – because using a wine bottle is only cute the first time.

👉 Shop Parchment Paper – keeps cleanup to a minimum, saving your sanity for the in-laws.

👉 Shop Apple Corer – because no one wants to bite into a surprise core.

Butternut Squash Bread Pudding

Butternut Squash Bread Pudding is here to make your Thanksgiving table look like a Pinterest board come to life.

It’s like dessert and a side dish had a deliciously sweet baby.

Picture this: creamy custard meets soft, squashy goodness.

And yes, it pairs oh-so-well with a dollop of whipped cream.

Or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Your call.

👉 Shop Pyrex Glass Bakeware – because what’s a bread pudding without a sturdy dish to bake it in?

👉 Shop KitchenAid Stand Mixer – makes whipping up that custard a breeze, and your arms will thank you.

👉 Shop Nordic Ware Baking Sheet – because nobody wants their bread cubes rolling all over the kitchen counter.