Friendsgiving is all about food, friends, and making memories—and the best way to celebrate is with a table full of delicious dishes everyone will love. Whether you’re tasked with bringing an appetizer, side, main course, or dessert, we’ve got you covered with 37 crowd-pleasing recipes. From a sweet and spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip to creamy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese, and even a decadent Pumpkin Dump Cake, these dishes are simple to make and packed with flavor. Get ready to impress your friends and create the ultimate feast with these Friendsgiving favorites!

Spicy Cranberry Dip

A close-up of a bowl filled with cranberry salsa, garnished with sliced jalapeños. A hand is dipping a cracker into the salsa. In the background, there's a bowl of cranberries and scattered crackers.
15- Minute Sweet And Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Try this irresistible Cranberry Jalapeño Dip for your next party. Fresh cranberries, jalapeños, and cream cheese make for a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Get the Recipe: 15- Minute Sweet And Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Recipe

Turkey Wings Smothered in Rich Gravy (Crock Pot)

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Turkey Wings Smothered in Rich Gravy (Crock Pot). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Turkey Wings Smothered in Rich Gravy, made in a Crock Pot, are incredibly easy to prepare and guarantee tender, flavorful wings—an easy dish for your Friendsgiving!
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Classic Creamy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

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Creamy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Elevate your Thanksgiving appetizers with this indulgent Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip. Creamy, cheesy, and ready in a flash, it’s the perfect party pleaser.
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Tender Turkey Breast Recipe and Stuffing

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Tender Turkey Breast Recipe and Stuffing. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Juicy and tender turkey breast with this simple crockpot recipe. Perfect for weeknights or as an easy Thanksgiving option with stuffing!
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Savory Turkey Dry Rub Recipe

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Savory Turkey Dry Rub Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This perfect turkey dry rub is a savory mix of classic aromatic spices, herbs, and a touch of brown sugar. Ideal for making ahead of time, it’s the perfect way to prepare your turkey for maximum flavor.
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Savory Baked Brie with Cranberry Jam Recipe

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Savory Baked Brie with Cranberry Jam Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and savory baked brie recipe with cranberry jam is an upscale appetizer that is very quick to make and perfect for the holidays.
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Cracker Barrel Cheesy Hash Brown Recipe

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Cracker Barrel Cheesy Hash Brown Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Delicious and easy copycat Cracker Barrel Cheesy Hash Brown Recipe is a great crock pot recipe that is perfect for breakfast or a side dish.
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Creamy Ranch Mashed Potatoes

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Creamy Ranch Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Rich, creamy, buttery ranch mashed potatoes are perfectly seasoned. These easy-to-make ranch mashed potatoes with a simple secret ingredient will have everyone asking for your recipe.
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Easy 5-Ingredient Baked Macaroni Pie

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Easy 5-Ingredient Baked Macaroni Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This baked macaroni and cheese has a rich, creamy texture and is so easy to make. Prep in under 30 minutes, with only 5 ingredients.
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Savory Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread

Six buttery, golden-brown shortbread cookies arranged on a piece of brown parchment paper. The cookies have a round shape with slightly crumbly edges.
Savory Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These savory and easy to make parmesan rosemary shortbread cookies are an elegant appetizer or special late-night snack with a glass of wine.
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Holiday Cranberry Salsa

A dish with cream cheese topped with bright red cranberry salsa, garnished with chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cranberries. Corn tortilla chips surround the dish on a wooden surface, accompanied by parsley leaves.
5-Minute Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and savory 5-minute cranberry salsa is served over soft cream cheese for an irresistibly fresh and creamy thanksgiving appetizer or any easy snack.
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Easy Green Beans with Mushrooms Recipe

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Easy Green Beans with Mushrooms Recipe. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Turn simple Green Beans and Mushrooms into a delightful Thanksgiving side dish with this easy recipe that requires just 4 ingredients and 15 minutes to cook.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Sweet Potatoes

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

This Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes dish is one of those Friendsgiving favorites, combining tender sweet potatoes and crispy sprouts for the perfect flavor balance!
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Flavorful Stuffed Mushrooms

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Flavorful Stuffed Mushrooms. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Stuffed Mushrooms are filled with mellow garlic, toasted pecans, sundried tomatoes, & spinach then topped with a citrus basil dressing.
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Festive Thanksgiving Fruit Salad

A vibrant fruit salad in a bowl featuring sliced strawberries, apples, kiwis, grapes, and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds. A spoon lies beside the bowl on a light background.
Festive Thanksgiving Fruit Salad. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

This Thanksgiving Fruit Salad is the perfect addition to any holiday table. It’s light and refreshing and full of bright flavors and beautiful colors. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, perfect for sharing with friends.
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Yellow Squash Casserole with Ritz Cracker Topping

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Yellow Squash Casserole with Ritz Cracker Topping. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This cheesy squash casserole with Ritz crackers and sour cream has a cheesy, tangy sauce and buttery topping. Perfectly baked and never mushy.
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Apple Pecan Salad

A salad with spinach leaves, sliced peaches, dark grapes, pecans, and crumbled feta cheese in a white bowl placed on a marble surface. A fork and napkin are nearby.
Apple Pecan Salad. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Easy Apple Pecan Salad is a healthy and delicious side, topped with toasted pecans, crisp apples, salty feta, and a simple homemade dressing.
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Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes (No Butter)

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Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes (No Butter). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Olive Oil mashed potatoes are smooth, light, and fluffy with a hint of Tuscan herbs, and so rich no one will miss the dairy.
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Garlic Sautéed Green Beans

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Garlic Sautéed Green Beans. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Simple green beans are lifted up to a whole new level when you cook them with fresh garlic and olive oil. Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic make the perfect easy dinner side, and they’re fancy enough for holiday meals as well.
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Creamy, Cheesy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

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Creamy, Cheesy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

My slow cooker mac and cheese, a true Friendsgiving favorite, combines the best ingredients—Velveeta, butter, half and half, and cheddar cheese—with just 20 minutes of prep!
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A Foolproof Sweet Potato Pie Recipe Made With Condensed Milk

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A Foolproof Sweet Potato Pie Recipe Made With Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Sweet Potato Pie with condensed milk, orange zest, and cinnamon makes for a creamy, flavorful dessert. Perfect for holidays or any time of year.
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Delicious Vegan Pecan Pie

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Delicious Vegan Pecan Pie. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

This Vegan Pecan Pie is a traditional thanksgiving pie but can also be one of your Friendsgiving favorites! A must-have for any gathering, this pie is dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, and made without corn syrup, so everyone can enjoy a slice of tradition.
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Creamy and Cheesy Corn Casserole Recipe

A close-up of a creamy corn casserole being scooped with a wooden spoon. The dish is topped with melted cheese and garnished with bits of parsley, creating a warm and inviting appearance.
Creamy and Cheesy Corn Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Creamy and Cheesy Corn Casserole Recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. This recipe is the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and sweet, and is the perfect side dish for any occasion.
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Classic & Simple Amish Potato Salad

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Classic & Simple Amish Potato Salad. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

A classic, simple Amish Potato Salad with hard-boiled eggs, onions, and celery with a sweet and tangy yellow mustard and mayo dressing.
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The Best Pumpkin Spiced Cookies

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The Best Pumpkin Spiced Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Jump into the Thanksgiving season with these soft and chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies! These cookies are perfect for making ahead of time. You can freeze the dough or cookies, so you’ll always have some on hand when guests roll into town!
Get the Recipe: The Best Pumpkin

Irresistible Thanksgiving Brownie Recipe

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Irresistible Thanksgiving Brownie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Chocolate lovers will adore these moist Cake Brownies, packed with rich, dark chocolate flavor, they offer the perfect balance of a soft, cake-like texture and indulgent taste that will leave you craving more.
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Pumpkin Dip with Cream Cheese

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Pumpkin Dip with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip is ready in just 5 minutes and perfect for dipping with gingersnaps or apple slices. This is one of the easiest make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes that’s full of festive flavor.
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Creamy Crab Pinwheels (Make-Ahead and Freeze)

Crab pinwheels with hot cheese and crab meat wrapped in flour tortilla.
Creamy Crab Pinwheels (Make-Ahead and Freeze). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This delicious crab pinwheels recipe is stuffed with a creamy filling of cream cheese, crab, cheddar cheese, and a spicy creole seasoning.
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Creamy and Nutritious Sweet Potato Pasta

A bowl of creamy pasta with rotini noodles, topped with grated cheese. The dish includes mushrooms, spinach, and chunks of red bell pepper, all mixed in a rich, orange-colored sauce.
Creamy and Nutritious Sweet Potato Pasta. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

This Sweet Potato Pasta is comfort-food at its best! Plus, its packed full of veggies (both in the sauce and in the dish), so it’s nutritious, creamy, and delicious. Plan and Cook Ahead by making the sauce on the weekend and then tossing everything else together just before dinner.
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Make Ahead Dressing Recipes For Thanksgiving

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Make Ahead Dressing Recipes For Thanksgiving. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

With a few simple preparations and safety tips, it is easy to make ahead dressing recipes for your Thanksgiving dinner.
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Layered Pumpkin Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

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Pumpkin Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo Credit: Easy Southern Desserts

A soft and moist Pumpkin Layer Cake with spiced pumpkin and a tangy cinnamon cream cheese frosting. Ideal for fall or any special occasion.
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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This vegan pumpkin cheesecake features a creamy, dairy-free filling spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, all on a date-sweetened crust. It’s a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving dessert spread.
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Easy Pumpkin Spiced Bread

A loaf of pumpkin bread with cake mix recipe, topped with pumpkin seeds, is displayed on a wooden board. Two slices are cut from the loaf, and autumnal decorations like colorful leaves and pinecones surround it, providing a seasonal feel.
Easy Pumpkin Spiced Bread. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Quick & easy homemade pumpkin bread with a cake mix recipe. It only takes 10 minutes to mix up a batch and taste so good.
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Classic Sweet Potato Sauce Recipe

A white bowl filled with creamy orange mashed sweet potatoes on a marble surface. A spoon lies nearby, along with a small dish of nutritional yeast and a whole sweet potato. A cloth napkin is partially visible.
Classic Sweet Potato Sauce Recipe. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

This versatile Sweet Potato Sauce Recipe is creamy, sweet, and kid friendly! It’s great over warm pasta, or as a dip with veggies and pita bread. And the best part, it’s so EASY to make.
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Quick No-Bake Pumpkin Pie (10-Minute Recipe)

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Quick No-Bake Pumpkin Pie (10-Minute Recipe). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Fall in love with this easy, No-Bake Pumpkin Pie recipe! It’s everything you love about classic pumpkin pie without needing an oven.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake with Fall Spices

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Warm Pumpkin Dump Cake with Fall Spices. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy Pumpkin Dump Cake recipe combines pumpkin, spices, brown sugar, cake mix, and pecans. One of the best make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes for a quick, festive dessert.
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Creamy Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

A chocolate peanut butter pie topped with peanut butter cups, peanuts, and chocolate drizzle sits on a stack of plates. The pie has an Oreo crust, and a slice is cut out. Nearby are bowls of peanuts and Oreo cookies.
Creamy Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

With a rich, creamy peanut butter filling set on a decadent Oreo crust, this no-bake pie is a Thanksgiving favorite, offering a unique twist for dessert lovers who crave a little chocolate.
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No-Bake Millionaire Pie

A slice of creamy, white dessert pie topped with shredded coconut, two red cherries, and pecans sits on a stack of white plates. In the background, there are bowls of shredded coconut, red cherries, and pecans on a pink and white striped cloth.
No-Bake Millionaire Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy, no-bake pie combines pineapple, sweetened condensed milk, and Cool Whip, offering a tropical flair to the Thanksgiving dessert table for something a little different.
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Pumpkin Cookies

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Pumpkin Cookies. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Try this simple pumpkin cookies recipe for a soft, chewy texture and a rich pumpkin spice flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings.
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19 Thanksgiving Appetizers to Kickstart Your Holiday Feast!

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19 Thanksgiving Appetizers. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Kick off your Thanksgiving feast in style with these 19 mouthwatering appetizers that are here to get everyone in the holiday spirit. This lineup offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, with appetizers like savory crab pinwheels, tangy cranberry salsa, and crispy brussels sprouts. Find your new holiday favorites—each one is easy, delicious, and guaranteed to add a special touch to your Thanksgiving gathering! Get All The Recipes: 19 Thanksgiving Appetizers to Kickstart Your Holiday Feast!