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Thanksgiving Desserts

Thanksgiving Desserts

The turkey is finished, the dishes are cleared...you know what they want: Dessert! Go for a traditional pumpkin or pecan pie, or try a new twist with a cranberry cheesecake or pumpkin caramel custard.



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recipe for diabetic pecan pie

Diabetic Pecan Pie

This diabetic-friendly, low-sugar pecan pie is astoundingly good. This recipe preserves that ooey-gooey inside and fulfills a rich, sweet fantasy.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for libby's quick pumpkin pudding

Libby's Quick Pumpkin Pudding

A simple last minute dessert idea for Thanksgiving. Made with pudding mix, milk or eggnog, canned pumpkin, spice, and whipped topping.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pumpkin spice bundt cake

Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake

A deliciously moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for the fall season. Made with a spice cake mix, pumpkin, and vanilla pudding mix, this cake is sure to be a hit with...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cranberries jubilee

Cranberries Jubilee

You'll be "jubilant" from this tangy cranberry jubilee. A simple warm sauce of cranberries, sugar and a splash of brandy poured over vanilla ice cream makes a phenomenal...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jack daniel's pecan pie

Jack Daniel's Pecan Pie

This Jack Daniel's pecan pie takes the beloved Southern staple and gives it a unique spin with the addition of whiskey and chocolate chips.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for impossible pumpkin pie

Impossible Pumpkin Pie

A crustless pumpkin pie made with pumpkin pie filling, evaporated milk, butter, eggs, sugar, Bisquick, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for elvis presley's favorite sweet potato pie

Elvis Presley's Favorite Sweet Potato Pie

This popular pie is made with a combination of sweet potatoes and russets for a lighter flavor than other pies.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for diabetic pumpkin pie

Diabetic Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed by everyone, including those watching their sugar intake. It's made with pumpkin puree and sugar-free pudding, making it rich...


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for extra special pumpkin pie

Extra Special Pumpkin Pie

Buckle up for a pumpkin pie that's boldly going where no pie has gone before. This one's strutting a fancy apricot layer and a crust that'll make you want to write home about...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy karo pecan pie

Easy Karo Pecan Pie

Karo corn syrup was introduced in 1902. While pecan pies were around already, in the 1930's Karo corn syrup became a popular ingredient in them in place of molasses or other sugar...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pumpkin caramel custard

Pumpkin Caramel Custard

A decadent, creamy dessert that is perfect for special occasions. It has the classic custard flavors of eggs, milk and nutmeg with the added sweetness of caramel and pumpkin.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pumpkin pie with splenda

Pumpkin Pie With Splenda

This pumpkin pie With Splenda is for everyone who's sweet enough already. It's the same spiced, cozy treat you love, just slimmed down in the sugar department. Hello, healthier...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy pumpkin pie

Easy Pumpkin Pie

Want a perfectly easy pumpkin pie? Pumpkin puree blended with sweetened condensed milk and a blend of spices are your ticket to this holiday favorite.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 3 layer pumpkin pecan cake

3 Layer Pumpkin Pecan Cake

Made with carrot cake mix, pumpkin, eggs, water, powdered sugar, butter, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pumpkin mousse

Pumpkin Mousse

Why settle for ordinary when you can dazzle your dessert repertoire? Our Pumpkin Mousse offers layers of smooth, spicy, pumpkin prowess with a snappy gingersnap finish.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for dark chocolate and pumpkin cheesecake

Dark Chocolate and Pumpkin Cheesecake

Layers of chocolate pecan cookie crust, chocolate cheesecake, pumpkin cheesecake, and chocolate ganache make up this out of this world dessert.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pumpkin flan

Pumpkin Flan

A baked pumpkin custard-type dessert that is served chilled.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for libby's famous pumpkin pie

Libby's Famous Pumpkin Pie

Made with pie shell, evaporated milk, eggs, pumpkin, sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hotel dupont's marzipan pumpkins

Hotel duPont's Marzipan Pumpkins

Made with almond paste, fondant, corn syrup, orange food coloring, powdered sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caramel pecan pumpkin pie

Caramel Pecan Pumpkin Pie

Made with brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, pumpkin puree, eggs, evaporated milk, maple flavoring

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat pappadeaux's sweet potato pecan pie with bourbon sauce

Copycat Pappadeaux's Sweet Potato Pecan Pie With Bourbon Sauce

Can't decide between sweet potato pie and pecan pie? Why not combine them and throw in a creamy bourbon sauce for good measure!

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for impossible no-crust sweet potato pie

Impossible No-Crust Sweet Potato Pie

Made with whipped cream, almond extract, sweet potatoes, sugar, flour, butter, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cazuela pie (pumpkin, sweet potato and coconut milk pie)

Cazuela Pie (Pumpkin, Sweet Potato and Coconut Milk Pie)

Made with water, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, fresh ginger, star anise, pumpkin puree, eggs, butter, light brown sugar, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cranberry cream cheese and cake mix bundt cake

Cranberry Cream Cheese And Cake Mix Bundt Cake

Made with sugar, nuts, lemon cake mix, cream cheese, milk, eggs, cranberries

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for libby's pumpkin cookies

Libby's Pumpkin Cookies

Made with vanilla extract, flour, oats, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, butter or margarine, brown sugar, sugar, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes




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