Cute Thanksgiving Desserts
Delightful and visually appealing Thanksgiving desserts that combine seasonal flavors with creative designs, perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- 1 large egg Can be replaced with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan version.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree Can be substituted with mashed sweet potatoes or applesauce.
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
Decorating Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- food coloring (orange, brown, yellow)
- chocolate chips (for decoration)
- whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. It’s helpful to measure everything out in advance to streamline the process. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, pumpkin spice, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until smooth and well incorporated.
Baking
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the pumpkin puree until the batter is smooth.
- Using cookie cutters or your hands, shape the dough into desired forms.
- Place shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Decoration and Serving
- Once cooled, decorate the desserts with frosting and food coloring.
- Serve on a festive plate and enjoy!
Notes
Cute Thanksgiving desserts can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. They also freeze well for longer storage. Consider creative variations like pumpkin spice whoopie pies or turkey-shaped cupcakes for added fun.