12 Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren’t Pie (But Are Just as Good)

Pumpkin Crème Brûlée

The simple, elegant flavors of a classic crème brûlée get a seasonal makeover with canned pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice. The pumpkin not only adds a subtle orange color to the custard base but also helps the custard thicken and set. 

Apple Butter Sandwich Cookies

Chocolate Mousse

There are few desserts that manage to feel both indulgent and impossibly light. It seems like magic, but the truth is that chocolate mousse is pure chemistry. Understanding the role of each element—chocolate, yolks, whites, and cream—makes this recipe even more satisfying. This ultimate chocolate mousse recipe is easy to follow, lusciously chocolaty, and perfect for when you want a make-ahead dessert that’s as elegant as it is forgiving.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Braid

This beautiful Pumpkin Cheesecake Braid is both impressive and elegant. Canned pumpkin gives it a sweet earthiness, and cream cheese gives the filling just the right amount of tang. With a little bit of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice added to the mix, it’ll taste like your favorite pumpkin pie rolled into a stunning braided bread. Finished with a simple brown sugar Crumb Topping that crisps and caramelizes in the oven, this braid will be the perfect addition to festive holiday tables and casual fall brunches alike.

Caramel Apple Cream Puffs

A velvety cream layers the center of these pastries alongside a festive apple filling. Baked to golden perfection, these handheld dreams are the ideal shareable treat!

Pecan Praline-Topped Sweet Potato Cookies

“My mom makes a fabulous sweet potato casserole for every Thanksgiving. Everyone loves it, especially the gooey nut topping she uses instead of marshmallows. Her casserole inspired me to create these cookies, which combine a chewy sweet potato base and an indulgent pecan sauce. They’ve become a tradition themselves now, too!” —Shelby Duffy, assistant editor, Bake from Scratch magazine

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

Consider your Thanksgiving dessert decided courtesy of Bonne Maman®. Filled with fresh pumpkin, warm spices, and just the right level of sweetness, Bonne Maman® Pumpkin Pie Filling elevates a classic cheesecake to a spectacular seasonal delight.

Mini Churro Bundtlettes

Butter, cinnamon, and sugar—what’s not to love? We took a classic churro and turned it into a batch of buttery mini cakes that are spiced, rich, and oh so tasty. Although they are labeled “Small Batch” (think less batter and perfectly petite portions), they could easily be a fast-fix recipe, too. Small batch, quick bake, big flavor. We consider that a win-win!

We swapped the classic cinnamon found in oatmeal cookies for our Chai Spice Blend to create the ultimate cozy treat. To take these cookies over the top, we sandwiched them with a decadent Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting infused with just a whisper of chai spice, adding a bold zing that perfectly cuts through the richness of the frosting.

Apple Butter Swirl Pound Cake

”This apple butter-swirled pound cake is the ultimate autumn treat! It’s a buttery, rich pound cake, delicately marbled with a rich apple butter swirl that infuses every bite with the sweet, spiced essence of fresh apples. The cake is complemented by a drizzle of warm cinnamon glaze, adding a fragrant and cozy finish. Each slice offers a blend of flavors and  textures, making it the perfect dessert to savor on a crisp fall day.” —Britney Brown-Chamberlain

Millionaire Brownie Bars

Inspired by the indulgent layers of millionaire shortbread bars, these brownies feature a layer of thick, gooey caramel, delicately topped with a dark chocolate ganache. A sprinkle of sea salt on top cuts through the richness of the brownies and hearkens back to the subtle saltiness of shortbread in the original bars.

Cranberry Jam Pecan Bars

Quick homemade fruit jam and buttery streusel take these not-too-sweet Cranberry Jam Pecan Bars over the top.