Foodie Friday: 23 Thanksgiving Desserts, Recipes & Cooks' Tools

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It's a little scary to me that Thanksgiving is less than a week away. I have a lot to do before one of the best days of year happens. What about you? As much as I really love to put together a Thanksgiving meal, I could do away with it all and go straight to dessert. There I said it. This girl loves her sweets.  The truth is, I am probably not alone. Thanksgiving dinner is the day for your desserts to shine. My table is going to feature at least two of these recipes. Scroll down to find your favorites.

HERE: Sweets For The Sweet! 

 Apple Spice Bundt Cake With Caramel Frosting
Bundt Cakes are having a moment this year. The secret to this recipe is the layer of cream cheese frosting hiding inside.
My Recipes  

Chai Pumpkin Pie With Maple Whipped Cream
This recipe had me at Maple Whipped Cream. The author, Tieghan, states that "In a lot of ways, this pie is very similar to your favorite chai latte, but with plenty of pumpkin and a generous dollop of whipped cream." 
Half Baked Harvest  

PieBox
If you are asked to bring the pie, keep it safe. I just love the natural look of this, and so will your host.
Food52

Pumpkin Buttercream Swiss Rolls
Remember Little Debbie Swiss Rolls? They were a favorite childhood snack for me. This recipe is like those,  but kicked up a thousand notches. A tasty treat for the chocolate lover at your dinner table.
Sprinkle Bakes 

Cardamom Pear Upside-Down Cake
A beautiful cake that is said to be easy to make. It's just the thing for the purists at the table.
Fix Feast Flair 

Sweet Potato Cake
I have heard of sweet potato pie, but cake? It actually is a perfect dessert for Thanksgiving and beyond. The recipe features a sweet potato cake with marshmallow frosting, drippy maple glaze, chopped pecans and cinnamon. YUM!
The Cake Blog 

Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Dulce de Leche
I was sold with the words, "dulce de leche." There is something very comforting about a bread pudding on a cold Fall day.
Martha Stewart

Deep Dish Pumpkin and Coconut Cream 
Pie { Gluten Free }
Oh my! This just looks fabulous. Made with gluten free Animal Crackers (how fun) and lots of Coconut Cream. I am pretty sure that this pie will be on my table.
This Mama Cooks  

Chocolate-Caramel Pecan Tart
One of the Martha Stewart Food Editor's favorite pies. Shira Bocar says, "It tastes like a candy bar, with chewy caramel and toasted nuts, all in a chocolate crust. And the finishing salt adds extra crunch.”
Martha Stewart 

Pumpkin Custard Profiteroles 
{ Gluten-Free }
Bite sized alternative to Pumpkin pie. The maple caramel drizzle and maple-sugared walnuts are a terrific topping for this elevated dessert.
Plains Joy 

Bailey's Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

Nothing like anything spiked with a splash of Baileys! I had no idea that they made it with Pumpkin flavoring.

The Cake Blog  

Breville Smart Oven Air
If you are short on oven and cooktop space this Holiday season, join the crowd. This little machine is magic. I know because I own it. And the first thing I made in it was a deep dish apple pie.  Makes a great gift, too.
Sur La Table 

Harvest Mousse with Spiced Almond Tuiles
One of my favorite things to make at Thanksgiving. This mousse can be made two days ahead, which is always a good thing.
Food & Wine 

Salted Caramel Apple Cheesecake With Apple Roses
The graham cracker has been infused with salted caramel and apple juice. Then there's a thin layer of sweet apple chunks. Next is a layer of rich, creamy, smooth cheesecake. To top it all off is a blanket of caramel. The sauce helps to keep the gorgeous apples and nuts in place for the prettiest presentation. 
Host The Toast 

Apple Pie Marshmallows
As the author says about these fluffy treats, "Think apple pie without the peeling, the crust work and the baking, then minify that into a a big, fluffy, marshmallow bite."
Bakers Royale

Sur La Table Perfect Pie Crust
If you are intimidated by pie crust, like I have been in the past, give this a try.
Sur la Table 

Bourbon Derby Pie With Salted Caramel Whipped Cream
The beauty of this pie goes beyond the ooey gooey-ness we see here. It is the easiest pie to whip up ever. Just pour the ingredients into the bowl, mix, and fill the crust.
A Spicy Perspective

Marble Rolling Pin
Form and function. Don't you love it when they work together with such style?. Oh and it's on sale, just in time to get baking.
Williams Sonoma 

Salted Bourbon Caramel Apple Pie
For me, an apple pie can be boring, but not this one. It's made how I like to make my own - in a Springform Pan. This way you an really show off the beautiful crust.
Two Of A Kind Cooks  

Pumpkin Pie Bars With Date Caramel Sauce { Gluten Free }
What's not to like about traditional pumpkin pie baked on top of an almond flour crust and topped with a date caramel sauce?
Hungry Hobby

Essex Marble Servers
Pretty pastry deserves the perfect presentation. These servers are stunning.
CB2 

Apple Upside Down Cake with Apple Cider Caramel and Spiced Walnuts
A gorgeous cake to add to your Autumn arsenal of recipes.
Food52

Cranberry Fudge Cheesecake
Who would have thought that cranberries and chocolate could be such a delicious duo? I just bet that this is one heavenly dessert, and so very different, too!
Life, Love, and Sugar



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