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Quick Last-Minute Thanksgiving Desserts to Impress Guests

a piece of pumpkin bundt cake on its side with a fork taking a bite out of it

Hello and welcome!

Can you believe Thanksgiving is only a few days away? If you’re scrambling for a last-minute dessert that will impress your guests, you’re in the right place. Below are a selection of simple, delicious recipes that are perfect for the holiday — all tried-and-true favorites that travel well and taste even better with company.

Browse the list and pick whichever fits your tastes and schedule. From classic pies to decadent cakes, there’s something for every crowd.

eggnog cream puff cake slice on a small white plate with a fork resting on it

Eggnog Cream Puff Cake

a single slice of pumpkin pie cheesecake on a white dessert plate with the entire pumpkin pie cheesecake in the background

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

photographer holding an apple pie bar against a white backgroundEasy Apple Pie Bars

a photo of a slice of pumpkin bundt cake on a white ceramic plate with the whole cake in the background

Pumpkin Bundt Cake

a piece of salted caramel pumpkin pie on a small white plate with a silver fork

Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie

a slice of apple cider donut cake on a white plate with cinnamon sticks and a fork

Apple Cider Doughnut Cake

slice of pumpkin cheesecake on white plateNo-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

photo of a slice of salted caramel pie on a white plate

Salted Caramel Pie

slice of apple crisp pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a white lacy plate

Apple Crisp Pie

a slice of eggnog brulee pie on a white plate with cinnamon sticks

Eggnog Brûlée Pie

pecan pie bars arranged in a stacked formation on a white plate on top of a floral dish towel

Super Easy Pecan Pie Bars

bourbon pecan pie slice with a huge dollop of whipped cream on top of a white lacy plate with a gold fork

Dad’s Favorite Bourbon Pecan Pie

apple butter pie slice topped with whipped cream swirls on a stack of mini white platesApple Butter Pie

I hope one of these desserts becomes your new Thanksgiving staple. If you’re wondering what I choose each year, I almost always bake my Apple Crisp Pie — it’s a family favorite and rarely leaves leftovers.

Wishing you a joyful holiday week filled with good food and great company. Happy Thanksgiving!

With love,

Hayley