Whether you are hosting a big crew for Thanksgiving, have been assigned the dessert course for the holiday potluck, or are dropping off sweet treats on the doorstep of friends or family for a safely distanced Thanksgiving dinner, these big-batch Thanksgiving dessert recipes are about to become your turkey day saviors. From pecan tarts and pumpkin brownies to apple crisp and cranberry cake, each of these Thanksgiving desserts for a crowd serves at least 10 adults per batch. So no matter how, where, or with whom you're celebrating this Thanksgiving (even a small group with big appetites!), consider these easy Thanksgiving desserts for your menu. Because when you don't have to make several separate pies, you'll have even more time during the hectic week of the holiday. Now that's something to be thankful for!
Sheet Pan Apple Crisp
Photo by Leslie Kelly
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 12
Lottie's Peanut Butter Cupcakes
Photo by hpopish
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 24
Quick and Easy Pumpkin Mousse
Photo by Mackenzie Schieck
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 10
Maple Pecan Shortbread Squares
Photo by Allrecipes
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 16
Cranberry Upside-Down Coffee Cake
Photo by Scott M.
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 12
Pecan Cranberry Butter Tarts
Photo by Rob Tanner
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 15
Basic Truffles
Photo by larkspur
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 35
Pumpkin Brownies
Photo by abapplez
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 16
Easy German Apple Sheet Cake
Photo by barbara
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 24
Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Frosting
Photo by Kim
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 12
Pumpkin Crunch Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Photo by Yoly
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 12
Paleo Raw Carrot Cake
Photo by Megan Olson
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 16
Pumpkin Cannoli
Photo by Kim's Cooking Now
Thanksgiving dessert servings: 12
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