Monday, November 18, 2013

Thanksgiving Prep: Desserts

If the main Thanksgiving meal is about the turkey then the dessert is about the pie, apple, pecan and pumpkin being the most popular choices. I'm a big fan of pie, particularly apple, but it's always nice to have some kid friendly desserts and something a little lighter for those that would like to enjoy something after dinner, but aren't looking for anything too heavy.

 My grandmother always had a large assortment of pies on hand for Thanksgiving, but she would also include a simple cookie, at least one kind of candy and a cake that kids could enjoy. I know it seems like a lot (it is!) but there was something for everyone. I used my grandmother's Thanksgiving dessert plan when I compiled these recipes.

Pecan Pie from The Pioneer Women 

Old Fashioned Apple Crisp from Ina Garten

Nutmeg Ice Cream from Saveur

English Toffee from Ghirardelli

Gingerbread Apple Upside-down Cake from Smitten Kitchen

Autumn Delight Cake from Sweetapolita

Classic Pumpkin Pie from Joanne Chang

Lucinda's Molasses Drops from Martha Stewart

Maple Cheesecake with Roasted Pears from Martha Stewart

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream from Made in Melissa's Kitchen


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