Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes Promise to Satisfy

Whether you're into pumpkin or allergic to gluten, here is a holiday rundown of recipes compiled by Patch should have something for every kind of dessert lover.

Pies

• Pumpkin pie is a staple at the dinner table on Thanksgiving.
• For others, pecan pie seals the deal for a successful turkey day.
• Feeling ambitious this Thanksgiving? Try this pumpkin cream pie recipe.
• Apple pie is another big hit with those who are susceptible to sweets.

Cakes

• Have a taste of this pumpkin walnut cake.
• Ever heard of the Thanksgiving cheesecake? Try it out.
• The creators of this pumpkin cake say it's the "turkey spotlight stealing" addition to your dining room table.

Cookies

• Try making these pumpkin pinwheels for a solid piece of eye and stomach candy.
• Pumpkin cookies with cream cheese frosting are looking mighty good.
• Not a pumpkin fan? Will these cinnamon pecan bites suffice?

Something Different

• These pumpkin cake rolls combine a number of sweet ingredients for a unique experience.
• Pumpkin parfaits are fun to create and enjoyable to eat.
• Maple cheesecake with roasted pears sounds quite delectable.
• For an icy treat, try this recipe for cranberry sorbet.

Gluten Free

• Enjoy the traditional favorite with this pumpkin pie recipe.
• Pecan pie can be gluten free too.
• Pumpkin brownies? Yes, please.

Vegan

• Vegans can enjoy cheesecake pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.
• This recipe for right side-up pear cake may have some dairy lovers asking for more.
• For a lighter dessert, try this fresh summer fruit tart.

Share your favorite holiday dessert recipes with your neighbors. Tell us how you celebrate with sweets in the comments sections below. 

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