16 Unique and Easy Thanksgiving Desserts

I think many of us can agree that one of the best things about Thanksgiving is the dessert. Fall flavors like apple, pumpkin, cinnamon, and pecan pop up in pies, cookies, and more, and there are so many other tasty Thanksgiving treats that go beyond traditional offerings. If you’re on dessert-duty this year for Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, this is the part of the meal where you can really shine, and we have easy Thanksgiving desserts at the ready to help.

But because we don’t always have the time (or energy) to whip up elaborate desserts, sometimes it’s best to go with an easy option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Sure, you could buy a premade pie, but with such unique desserts and Thanksgiving treat ideas out there, it’s hard to skip on making something homemade. That doesn’t mean you need to sweat over the oven or stove for hours, either. Some of the best Thanksgiving desserts listed here are no-bake, make-ahead, and easy for even the biggest of groups.

Yep, there’s no need to spend hours in the kitchen making traditional pie crust or whipping egg whites, because we rounded up easy Thanksgiving dessert recipes that require minimal preparation. And when you spend less time in the kitchen, that means you get to spend more time with family, so it’s a win-win.