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45 Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren’t Pumpkin Pie

If you’ve already had your fill of pumpkin pie for the year after finding out about the pumpkin shortage, then you’re probably dreading that moment after the Thanksgiving feast when the cover is lifted off the pumpkin pie. Or maybe you just don’t have a soul and hate all things pumpkin.

In either case, we’ve put together the most epic list of non-pumpkin pie desserts you could ever need. But if you’re a soulless pumpkin hater then you’ll probably want to skip the recipes that have any trace of pumpkin whatsoever. Because even though some of us may think we’re tired of it, we never truly are.

1. Mini White Chocolate Caramel Apple Lollipops

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Photo by Arden Sarner

Everything tastes better on a stick. Make yours like this.

2. Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough & Pumpkin Ice Cream Sandwiches

Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough & Pumpkin Ice Cream Sandwiches

Photo by Sarah Yanofsky

Sometimes it’s too dang hot to cozy up with a pumpkin spice latte. Recipe here.

3. Chunky Monkey Muffins

Chunky Monkey Muffins

Photo by Phoebe Melnick

Your favorite Ben and Jerry’s flavor plus your favorite breakfast dessert equals the perfect sweet. Recipe here.

4. 11-Layer Pumpkin and Peanut Butter S’mores Bars

11-Layer Pumpkin and Peanut Butter S’mores Bars

Photo by Julia Wilson

S’morgasm guaranteed. Recipe here.

5. Apple Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Apple Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Photo by Taylor Widom

Because who needs a fork? Make yours like this.

6. Salted Caramel Apple Mason Jar Cheesecake

Salted Caramel Apple Mason Jar Cheesecake

Photo by Isabel Tiange Wang

Make yours like this.

7. Brown Butter and Sea Salt Rice Krispies Treats

Brown Butter and Sea Salt Rice Krispies Treats

Photo by Jamie Medina

Just like you, these sweet childhood treats are all grown up. Recipe here.

8. Peach Lemon Butter Cake

Peach Lemon Butter Cake

Photo by Max Bartick

They call this “Paradise Cake” in Italia. Make yours like this.

9. Homemade Chocolate Fudge

Homemade Chocolate Fudge

Photo by Heather Feibleman

2 ingredients + 1 microwave = pure bliss. Make yours like this.

10. Warm Apple Pie Dip With Cinnamon Sugar Crisps

45 Thanksgiving Desserts That Aren't Pumpkin Pie

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Now watch me dip, now watch me nae nae. Recipe here.

11. Nutella-Stuffed Brown Butter Pie

Nutella-Stuffed Brown Butter Pie

Photo by Phoebe Melnick

Guaranteed to rock your world one bite at a time. Recipe here.

12. Ultimate Skillet Cookie

Ultimate Skillet Cookie

Photo by Gaby Scelzo

One word: epic. Recipe here.

13. Salted Caramel Chocolate Bread Pudding

Salted Caramel Chocolate Bread Pudding

Photo by Naib Mian

Bread pudding: A mishmash of leftover starch, sugar, and cream, which unite to create a canvas of infinite flavor possibilities. Recipe here.

14. Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls

Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls

Photo by Dylan Barth

Because the pumpkin craze is never-ending. Recipe here.

15. Sweet and Savory Nutella Wontons

Sweet and Savory Nutella Wontons

Photo by Jacob Kerbel

More proof that Nutella really does complement anything. Make yours like this.

16. 3-Ingredient Chocolate Bacon Bark

3-Ingredient Chocolate Bacon Bark

Photo by Analiese Trimber

Two words: three ingredients. Recipe here.

17. Mini Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Mini Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Photo by Hunter Siegrist

A side of pumpkin you’ve never seen before. Recipe here.

18. No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie

No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie

Photo by Jocelyn Hsu

It tastes like a frozen Reese’s peanut butter cup and is even shaped like one. Make yours like this.

19. Baked Apple Cider Donut Bites

Baked Apple Cider Donut Bites

Photo by Christian Stafford

Pumpkin spice is overrated. Make yours like this.

20. Nutella Banana Dessert Sushi

Nutella Banana Dessert Sushi

Photo by Madeline Leadem

Who says sushi has to be for dinner? Make yours for dessert like this.

21. No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Photo by Bailey Culpepper

Why eat pie when you can eat cheesecake? Make yours like this.

22. Monkey Bread

Monkey Bread

Photo by Justin Shannin

If you’re not too stuffed from all the turkey, toss these in the oven. Recipe here.

23. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Photo by Caitlin McCreight

A grab and go version of the all-too-delicious pumpkin bread. Recipe here.

24. Salted Toffee Brittle

Salted Toffee Brittle

Photo by Krista Stucchio

For when you can’t decide between salty and sweet. Recipe here.

25. Gluten-Free Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Gluten-Free Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Photo by Kristine Mahan

You won’t miss the gluten. Make yours like this.

26. 5-Ingredient Pecan Pie Mini Muffins

5-Ingredient Pecan Pie Mini Muffins

Photo by Meredith Ross

Pecan pie in muffin form. Recipe here.

27. Apple Turnovers

Apple Turnovers

Photo by Helena Lin

Use up your leftover apples with this recipe.

28. Banana Bread Pudding

Banana Bread Pudding

Photo by Rachel Lee

Blow your grandma’s bread pudding out of the water. Recipe here.

29. Lemon Bars

Lemon Bars

Photo by Mark Zhang

So sweet, so simple. Make yours like this.

30. Perfect Pecan Pie

Perfect Pecan Pie

Photo by Jessica Payne

Perfection doesn’t even begin to describe it. Make yours like this.

31. Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Photo by Jeanne Kessira

Best when paired with tea. Recipe here.

32. Cranberry Pistachio Chocolate Bark

Bonus: It looks fancy so even Aunt Judy will be impressed. Recipe here.

33. Great-Grandma’s Banana Bread

Great-Grandma’s Banana Bread

Photo by Mackenzie Barth

Even better than when Grandma made it. Recipe here.

34. Sticky Maple Crescent Buns

Sticky Maple Crescent Buns

Photo by Bailey Culpepper

As if Thanksgiving couldn’t get any sweeter. Make yours like this.

35. Apple Pie Cups

Apple Pie Cups

Photo by Susanna Tuan

Because the whole family deserves to be able to have their own pie (cup) and eat it, too. Recipe here.

36. Lemon Meringue Pie

Lemon Meringue Pie

Photo by Jocelyn Hsu

When life gives you lemons, bake this lemon meringue pie. Recipe here.

37. Chocolate Meringue Pie

Chocolate Meringue Pie

Photo by Lara Schwieger

It’s like eating a pillowy chocolate cloud. Make yours like this.

38. Lemon and Cranberry Scones

Lemon and Cranberry Scones

Photo by Alia Wilhelm

The perfect solution for a college student who only has a cookie sheet. Recipe here.

39. Rugelach Cookies

Rugelach Cookies

Photo by Amanda Shulman

The edible version of your grandparents’. Recipe here.

40. White Chocolate Dipped Molasses Cookies

White Chocolate Dipped Molasses Cookies

Photo by Sarah Stettin

Bring a little extra autumn flair to your apartment or party with this recipe.

41. Easy Cherry Berry Pie

Easy Cherry Berry Pie

Photo by Kristin Brennan

A classic dessert only fit for after a classic meal. Make yours like this.

42. Cinnamon Brown Sugar Bread Pudding

Cinnamon Brown Sugar Bread Pudding

Photo by Alison Mally

A dessert with history. Make yours like this.

43. Apple Pie Roses

Apple Pie Roses

Photo by Molly Gamache

The apple of your stomach. Recipe here.

44. Chocolate Biscoff Crunch Ice Cream Cake

Chocolate Biscoff Crunch Ice Cream Cake

Photo by Shivangi Surana

The best part is it’s vegan. Recipe here.

45. Toasted Coconut and White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Toasted Coconut and White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Photo by Abigail Wang

Add a half cup of craisins for a little taste of fall. Recipe here.

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