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10 Creative Desserts to Mix Up the Thanksgiving Table

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Bucknell chapter.

It’s quite debatable what the best part of my Thanksgiving meal is. From the stuffing, to the Turkey, theres nothing I don’t love about it! When trying to pick one favorite part, I’d have to say … the Thanksgiving dessert takes the cake (best for last, right?) But, does anyone feel like they’re getting a little tired of the predictable pumpkin pie? Every year, I see delicious, but very familiar options spread on the dessert table. Besides the occasional new pie flavor, the selection of desserts at the Thanksgiving table could use some new recipes to delightfully surprise friends and family. This article is a compilation of some of the best ways to spice up the Thanksgiving dessert menu while staying true to the tastes and flavors that we all know and love as thanksgiving must-haves:

Pumpkin Pie Brownies

A fun way to incorporate pumpkin pie into a classic brownie…

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Cinnamon Puff Pastry “Turkeys”

This cute and fun turkey treat will make your guests and their stomachs happy…

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Pumpkin Pie Wontons

This is a unique twist on pumpkin pie that looks super easy to make…

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Pumpkin Pie Cookies

These cute and fun pie cookies are an easy treat that gives you just enough of a pumpkin taste in your mouth…

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Pumpkin Spice Swiss Roll

A cool twist on your boring pumpkin pie with all the same flavors…

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Apple Pie Crumble Blondies

These aesthetically-pleasing blondies are a perfect alternative to classic apple pie…

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Pumpkin Dip

Or, pleasantly surprise your guests with this beautiful pumpkin dip…

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Apple Crisp Cookie Cups

Bite size apple pie with cookie crust… what’s better than that?!

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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Put out this beautiful tray of cinnamon rolls for an instant crowd pleaser!

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Apple Cider Donuts

Who could resist these beautiful donuts!?

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So give one of these non-traditional dessert options a try – we bet they’ll be a hit!