Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey—it’s about the desserts everyone saves room for. From spiced pumpkin pie with a buttery graham crust to rich chocolate chess pie and no-bake pumpkin treats, these 25 recipes bring the cozy, the sweet, and the totally unforgettable. Think caramel layer cakes, peach cobblers, and cookies that taste like fall in every bite. These are the show-stopping desserts that steal the spotlight—and have guests asking for the recipe before the plates are cleared.

Easy Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

Easy Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This pumpkin pie with graham cracker crust skips the fuss of traditional pastry, offering a smooth, spiced filling nestled in a buttery base. It’s an easy, delicious twist that’s become a new holiday go-to.
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Chewy Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Chewy Pumpkin Spice Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These pumpkin spice cookies are soft, chewy, and full of warm fall flavors, making them an irresistible seasonal treat that pairs perfectly with a cozy drink.
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Apple Cobbler with Cake Mix and Spiced Apples

Apple Cobbler with Cake Mix and Spiced Apples. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Apple cobbler with cake mix is a comforting dessert that’s quick to throw together but tastes like you spent hours baking. The combination of spiced apples and tender cake topping makes it a fall favorite.
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Simple Peach Cobbler with Pre-Made Crust

Simple Peach Cobbler with Pre-Made Crust. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Old-fashioned peach cobbler blends juicy peaches with a flaky crust and subtle spices for a timeless Southern dessert. It’s ideal served warm with a scoop of ice cream.
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asy Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Easy Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Pumpkin spice cake made with cake mix is an effortless way to enjoy all the cozy flavors of fall. It’s moist, warmly spiced, and ideal for sharing with friends or family.
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Classic Sour Cream Pound Cake Inspired by Augusta National

Classic Sour Cream Pound Cake Inspired by Augusta National. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sour cream pound cake is rich, tender, and full of buttery flavor. A classic dessert that feels special but is simple enough for any occasion.
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Banana Pudding Brownie Bars

Banana Pudding Brownie Bars. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Banana Pudding Brownies bring together banana flavor, vanilla wafers, and fudgy layers for a handheld dessert that tastes like a nostalgic favorite in brownie form.
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No-Bake Creamy Pumpkin Pie

No-Bake Creamy Pumpkin Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

No bake pumpkin pie is light, creamy, and easy to prepare with just a few ingredients, making it the perfect last-minute fall dessert. Chill and serve for a stress-free finish to any gathering.
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Spiced Pumpkin Dump Cake with Pecans

Spiced Pumpkin Dump Cake with Pecans. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Pumpkin dump cake delivers bold autumn flavors with minimal effort, combining pumpkin puree, cake mix, and pecans into a warm, spiced dessert everyone will love.
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Dairy-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake with Tofutti

Dairy-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake with Tofutti. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This vegan pumpkin cheesecake is rich and creamy with the perfect blend of spices and a sweet dairy-free crust. A great choice for holiday tables or plant-based entertaining.
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Soft-Baked Pumpkin Cookies

Soft-Baked Pumpkin Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These simple pumpkin cookies are soft, warmly spiced, and quick to make—perfect for casual baking days or fall get-togethers.
Get the Recipe: Soft-Baked Pumpkin Cookies

Corn Syrup-Free Pecan Pie

Corn Syrup-Free Pecan Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy pecan pie recipe skips the corn syrup without sacrificing flavor. Sweet, nutty, and rich, it’s a classic with a simple twist.
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Southern Sweet Potato Pie with Condensed Milk

Southern Sweet Potato Pie with Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Sweet potato pie with condensed milk is silky, rich, and spiced just right. It’s a must-have dessert for any Southern holiday table.
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Ritz Cracker Mock Apple Pie

Ritz Cracker Mock Apple Pie. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Mock Apple Pie uses Ritz crackers to recreate the flavor and texture of traditional apple pie—surprisingly delicious and fun to make.
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Classic Apple Crisp with Oat Oatmeal Crumble

Classic Apple Crisp with Oat Oatmeal Crumble. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Apple crisp is a classic, cozy dessert with tender apples and a buttery oat topping. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect served warm with ice cream.
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Creamy Southern Buttermilk Pie

Creamy Southern Buttermilk Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Buttermilk pie is a creamy, tangy custard pie with a golden top and a nostalgic Southern feel. A timeless dessert that’s both humble and delicious.
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Fudgy Chocolate Chess Pie

Fudgy Chocolate Chess Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Chocolate chess pie is a decadent Southern dessert with a gooey, rich chocolate center in a flaky crust. It’s simple to make and always satisfies a sweet tooth.
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Southern Caramel Layer Cake with Toasted Pecans

Southern Caramel Layer Cake with Toasted Pecans. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Caramel cake is layered with moist vanilla cake and coated in homemade caramel frosting. Rich, sweet, and show-stopping, it’s perfect for any celebration.
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Rolled Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

Rolled Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: Walking On Sunshine Recipes.

Pumpkin roll is a festive dessert featuring spiced pumpkin cake rolled around a smooth cream cheese filling. It’s eye-catching and always a crowd favorite.
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Vegan & Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars

Vegan & Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

These pumpkin bars are moist, warmly spiced, and completely gluten-free and vegan—perfect for anyone craving a wholesome seasonal snack or dessert.
Get the Recipe: Vegan & Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars

Classic Banana Pudding with Wafers

Classic Banana Pudding with Wafers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Banana pudding with vanilla wafers layers creamy pudding, fresh bananas, and crisp cookies for a Southern classic that’s sweet, simple, and always a hit.
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Quick Bisquick Peach Cobbler

Quick Bisquick Peach Cobbler. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Bisquick peach cobbler is an easy, buttery dessert made with ripe peaches and a golden crust. Quick to make and best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Quick Bisquick Peach Cobbler

Quick Carrot Cake Cookies with Cake Mix

Quick Carrot Cake Cookies with Cake Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Carrot cake cookies made from cake mix are spiced just right and topped with creamy frosting, giving you all the flavor of carrot cake in a quick, handheld treat.
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Warm Cinnamon Apple Compote

Warm Cinnamon Apple Compote. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Apple compote fills the kitchen with the comforting scent of cinnamon and stewed apples. It’s a simple, cozy topping for breakfast or dessert that tastes like fall in a pot.
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Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock Pot peach cobbler with cake mix is a no-fuss dessert filled with warm peaches and a golden topping. It’s perfect for gatherings when you need something sweet and simple.
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