I am so ready for all things pumpkin, and honestly, is there a better way to finish a turkey feast than with something sweet and spiced? I rounded up 25 of my favorite Thanksgiving pumpkin desserts, and they cover everything from no-bake bites to showstopping pies. Trust me, you'll want to save room.
1. Pumpkin Spice Tiramisu
Tiramisu is an indulgent Italian classic with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone. This pumpkin spice version gives it the perfect fall twist. You add pumpkin puree and warm spices right into that mascarpone filling. If you’re a fan of pumpkin spice lattes, you are going to absolutely love this one.
2. Perfect Pumpkin Mousse
Pumpkin mousse just feels like Thanksgiving to me. Made with pumpkin, cream cheese, brown sugar, and spices, this mousse is light as air and wonderfully fluffy. If you want a little extra pizzazz, try swirling in some salted caramel and toffee bits for a lovely contrast. It’s an easy way to impress.
3. Creme Brulée Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
You absolutely can’t go wrong with these showstopping pumpkin cheesecake bars. They start with a crumbly Graham Cracker crust that has chocolate chips baked right in. Then comes a gloriously sweet pumpkin-cream cheese filling. The whole thing is finished with a thin, crisp layer of creme brulée on top that is simply to die for.
4. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Pumpkin whoopie pies are a huge favorite in my house. You get two fluffy pumpkin spice cake-like cookies that are honestly delicious all on their own. But when you sandwich them together with that maple and cream cheese filling? Oh man. They become devilishly good and impossible to resist.
5. Pecan Praline Pumpkin Pie
Why choose between pumpkin pie and pecan pie when you can have both in one incredible dessert? Pumpkin and pecans are a match made in heaven. This scrumptious pie starts with a flaky crust and is filled with a silky-smooth, sweet, and spiced pumpkin layer. It’s the ultimate combination of two fall favorites.
6. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
A soft, chewy cookie with rich chocolate and warm earthy spices is basically my love language. The pumpkin puree keeps these beauties incredibly moist without turning them cakey. I really appreciate that these hold their cookie shape and texture so well. They’re the best of both worlds and ridiculously hard to stop eating.
7. Pumpkin Panna Cotta
If you need a dessert that will absolutely wow your family and friends, this is it. Those layers are so crisp and gorgeous, it almost looks too pretty to eat. But the flavor is so incredible that you won’t be able to resist grabbing a spoon. It’s the perfect showstopper for your holiday table.
8. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich
I sometimes forget that some people celebrate Thanksgiving in warm, sunny places. So this one goes out to anyone who wants something cold after the big meal. You’ll bake up deliciously chewy pumpkin cookies dotted with chocolate chips. Then just add a big scoop of ice cream between two of them and you’ve got the ultimate frozen treat.
9. Pumpkin Scones
Pumpkin scones with a luscious vanilla glaze? I’ll take a dozen, please and thank you. They’re so effortless to make, and the hardest part is just waiting for them to bake. I always make a double batch because they are just that irresistible. You can even freeze them before baking and pop one out whenever a craving hits.
10. Apple and Pumpkin Crumble
If fall had an official dessert, this would be a serious contender. The apple and pumpkin filling is cozy and warm, but the real star is that gingerbread oat topping. It’s packed with cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves, so it tastes just like a crumble made from your favorite gingerbread cookies. Apple plus pumpkin in one dish is pure autumn magic.
11. Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream
This homemade pumpkin ice cream is rich, creamy, and studded with little bits of Biscoff cookies. It’s the perfect cool and creamy Thanksgiving treat. The sweetness is balanced by the warmth of pumpkin pie spice, and those cookie crumbs add the most amazing crunchy texture. You’re going to want a second scoop for sure.
12. Pumpkin Spice Truffles
I love giving classic chocolate truffles a little Thanksgiving makeover. These feature a creamy blend of cream cheese, pumpkin puree, crushed Graham Crackers, and all those cozy fall spices. Then each one gets dipped in a smooth chocolate shell. That crunchy outer layer with the creamy spiced center is such an irresistible combo.
13. Edible Pumpkin Cookie Dough
Edible cookie dough is always a win, but this pumpkin version is on a whole other level of yummy. It’s loaded with crushed Graham Crackers, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips. This is for all of us who just can’t wait for the cookies to bake. Grab a spoon and dig right in.
14. Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes
These pumpkin cupcakes are soft, spiced, and so wonderfully sweet. They’re the perfect thing to bring to any fall party or get-together. The cupcake base is amazing on its own, but the maple and cream cheese frosting is truly the star of the show. It’s creamy and silky with a unique sweetness that takes these over the top, so don’t even think about skipping it.
15. No-Bake Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bites
Here’s another no-bake treat that belongs on your Thanksgiving dessert table. The dough is made with cream cheese, spice cake mix, pumpkin puree, and warm spices, so every little bite is jam-packed with flavor. You roll it into truffles and coat them in melted white almond bark. That creates a sweet, nutty, crunchy shell around the creamy center.
16. Pumpkin Sugar Cookies
Sometimes after a big feast, you just want a little something sweet. That’s where these soft and chewy pumpkin sugar cookies come in. They have just the right amount of sweetness, and that spiced sugar glaze on top adds the perfect finishing touch. They’re light and easy to eat, so go ahead and have a few, it’s the holidays.
17. Pumpkin Fudge
This pumpkin fudge is rich, creamy, and the perfect mix of sweetness and warm spice. It looks so festive on a pretty tray. Serve it up with some after-dinner coffees and watch it disappear in minutes. If you want to make it extra special, try swirling in some chocolate fudge for a gorgeous marbled effect.
18. Pumpkin Delight
This dessert is all about the layers, and each one is a little moment of joy. You get a pecan crust on the bottom, then a pumpkin cream layer, a sweetened cream cheese filling, and a cloud of whipped cream on top. The sweet pumpkin and tangy cream cheese balance each other so beautifully. And those layers? They give you the best creamy, crunchy, soft combination in every single bite.
19. Pumpkin Pudding
For something a little more homey and rustic, you really can’t beat this. It’s outrageously creamy and every spoonful is packed with comforting pumpkin, sugar, and warm spices. I just love how simple this is. You only need four ingredients to make it happen, and it tastes like a cozy hug in a bowl.
20. Pumpkin Bread Pudding
This recipe is made for the day after Thanksgiving when you have all those leftover dinner rolls. Yesterday’s bread plus pumpkin custard equals pure fall comfort food. It’s soft and creamy on the inside and golden brown with a slight crisp on top. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for the ultimate treat.
21. Pumpkin Butter Filled Jack O’Lantern Sandwich Cookies
These are such a fun and festive treat for the holiday season. You start with Jack O’Lantern or regular pumpkin cookies, then sandwich them together with a sweet and spiced pumpkin butter filling. The best part is that there’s pumpkin and spice in both the cookie dough and the filling, so the flavor really pops. They’re guaranteed to be a hit with everyone.
22. Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler
You’ll want to keep some space after dinner for this one, because it’s pure magic in a bowl. It starts with a pumpkin cake batter on the bottom and a sugar and pecan topping, then you pour hot water over everything before baking. I know that sounds a little wild, but trust the process. The water seeps through and helps create a stunning caramelized syrup underneath the cake.
23. Maple Pumpkin Spice Bundt
Pumpkin bundt cake is always a good idea, especially when it’s this moist and full of fall flavor. The real magic happens when you pour that sweet maple glaze all over the top. If you’re worried about pumpkin spice being too intense, this one’s for you. The insanely sweet maple flavor balances everything out so perfectly.
24. Best Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie
This is my favorite way to upgrade a classic pumpkin pie. Instead of a regular pastry crust, you get a sweet and spiced gingersnap cookie crust that makes every bite extra special. It’s so full of flavor and it’s also gluten-free, which is a huge win. That means everyone at the table can dig in, no matter what.
25. Pumpkin Brownies
These brownies are absolutely drool-worthy from the outside in. On top, they look like any other rich chocolate brownie, but then you slice into them and find that bright orange pumpkin pie layer hiding in the middle. It’s such a fun surprise. Honestly, I don't think it gets much better than that.