# 25 Thanksgiving Appetizers, Desserts and Holiday Favorites, From Baked Brie to Pumpkin Pie

Round out Thanksgiving with complete recipes for crowd-friendly appetizers, glazed ham, classic pies, seasonal desserts, holiday punch and additional holiday favorites.

By The Signal Edition | Food / Thanksgiving Recipes
Published: 2026-10-25T18:21:14Z
Updated: 2026-10-25T19:24:20Z
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## Summary
- The collection covers Thanksgiving appetizers, a glazed ham centerpiece, classic pies, seasonal desserts and holiday punch.
- Creative recipes turn leftover turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes into new meals.
- All 25 dishes have complete recipes with exact quantities, timing, yield and numbered instructions.

## Thanksgiving appetizers and a glazed ham centerpiece

26. Classic Deviled Eggs: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe. A mustardy, paprika-dusted deviled egg filling makes a reliable chilled appetizer that can be prepared in stages before Thanksgiving. [1](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-classic-deviled-eggs-thx26)

27. Cranberry-Pecan Baked Brie: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe. Warm brie topped with tart cranberry sauce, maple-toasted pecans and orange zest makes a five-ingredient Thanksgiving appetizer. [2](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-baked-brie-thx27)

28. Herb-Stuffed Mushrooms: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe. Cremini caps filled with garlic, herbs, Parmesan and crisp breadcrumbs make a savory two-bite Thanksgiving appetizer. [3](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-herb-stuffed-mushrooms-thx28)

29. Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Meatballs: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe. Tender turkey meatballs in a glossy cranberry-orange glaze bring a savory-sweet, make-ahead appetizer to the Thanksgiving table. [4](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-glazed-turkey-meatballs-thx29)

30. Brown-Sugar Glazed Ham: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe. A mustard, cider and brown-sugar glaze gives a fully cooked spiral ham a glossy crust for an American Thanksgiving main dish or turkey alternative. [5](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-brown-sugar-glazed-ham-thx30)

## Pumpkin, pecan, apple and sweet potato pies

31. Classic Pumpkin Pie With a Silky, Spiced Filling. This make-ahead Thanksgiving pumpkin pie pairs a crisp pastry shell with a smooth pumpkin custard seasoned with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. [6](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-classic-pumpkin-pie-thx31)

32. Maple Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup. Pure maple syrup and brown sugar create a glossy Thanksgiving pecan pie filling with toasted nuts and a clean caramel flavor. [7](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-maple-pecan-pie-thx32)

33. Deep-Dish Apple Pie With a Flaky Lattice Crust. A mix of tart and sweet apples produces a tall Thanksgiving pie with concentrated fruit flavor, warm spice and a crisp lattice top. [8](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-deep-dish-apple-pie-thx33)

34. Southern-Style Sweet Potato Pie With Brown Sugar and Spice. Roasted sweet potatoes give this Thanksgiving custard pie a naturally rich texture balanced by brown sugar, citrus and warm spices. [9](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-pie-thx34)

35. Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake With a Gingersnap Crust. This make-ahead Thanksgiving cheesecake combines pumpkin, cream cheese and warm spices over a crisp gingersnap base. [10](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-pumpkin-cheesecake-thx35)

## Easy Thanksgiving desserts for a crowd

36. Easy Apple Crisp With a Brown Sugar Oat Topping. This crowd-friendly Thanksgiving apple crisp layers tender cinnamon apples beneath a buttery oat and pecan crumble. [11](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-oat-topped-apple-crisp-thx36)

37. Salted Pecan Pie Bars With a Shortbread Crust. These portable Thanksgiving pecan bars deliver a buttery press-in crust, maple-brown-sugar filling and a restrained finish of flaky salt. [12](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-salted-pecan-bars-thx37)

38. Cranberry-Orange Bundt Cake With a Citrus Glaze. Fresh cranberries and orange zest brighten this moist Thanksgiving Bundt cake, finished with a simple tart-sweet glaze. [13](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-orange-bundt-cake-thx38)

39. Bourbon Bread Pudding With Vanilla Custard. Day-old brioche absorbs a vanilla-bourbon custard in this warm Thanksgiving dessert, with crisp edges and a tender center. [14](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-bourbon-bread-pudding-thx39)

40. Pumpkin Roll With Cream Cheese Filling That Does Not Crack. A flexible spiced pumpkin sponge and smooth cream cheese filling make this make-ahead Thanksgiving roll easier to slice than it looks. [15](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-pumpkin-roll-cream-cheese-thx40)

## Best recipes for leftover turkey and stuffing

41. Creamy Leftover Turkey Pot Pie: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Turn Thanksgiving turkey and vegetables into a golden, creamy pot pie with a flaky top and a filling reheated safely to 165°F. [16](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-turkey-pot-pie-thx41)

42. Hot Turkey-Cranberry Thanksgiving Sandwiches: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Layer turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and cheese into crisp skillet sandwiches that turn holiday leftovers into lunch in 20 minutes. [17](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-hot-turkey-cranberry-sandwiches-thx42)

43. Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. A clear, vegetable-rich turkey noodle soup uses the holiday bird efficiently and reaches the table in about 45 minutes. [18](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-turkey-noodle-soup-thx43)

44. Crispy Stuffing Waffles With Turkey and Gravy: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Press leftover stuffing into a waffle iron for crisp edges, then top it with hot turkey, gravy and a bright spoonful of cranberry sauce. [19](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-stuffing-waffles-with-gravy-thx44)

45. Cranberry-Orange Thanksgiving Muffins: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Fresh or leftover cranberry sauce gives these orange-scented muffins tart pockets and a tender crumb in under 40 minutes. [20](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-orange-muffins-thx45)

## Thanksgiving leftovers, brunch ideas and holiday punch

46. Fluffy Leftover Sweet Potato Pancakes: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Mashed sweet potatoes make warmly spiced breakfast pancakes with crisp edges, soft centers and a practical use for holiday leftovers. [21](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-pancakes-thx46)

47. Cheesy Leftover Turkey Enchiladas: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Roll shredded Thanksgiving turkey into tortillas with black beans and smoky red sauce for a family-size casserole ready in 50 minutes. [22](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-turkey-enchiladas-thx47)

48. Crispy Thanksgiving Mashed-Potato Cakes: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Turn cold mashed potatoes into crisp skillet cakes with scallions and Parmesan for a 25-minute side or brunch plate. [23](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-crispy-mashed-potato-cakes-thx48)

49. Apple-Walnut Leftover Turkey Salad: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. Crisp apple, celery, toasted walnuts and a lemony yogurt dressing make a fresh turkey salad for sandwiches or lettuce cups. [24](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-apple-walnut-turkey-salad-thx49)

50. Sparkling Cranberry-Rosemary Thanksgiving Punch: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe. This nonalcoholic cranberry-citrus punch uses a rosemary syrup and sparkling water for a make-ahead holiday drink that serves a crowd. [25](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-sparkling-cranberry-rosemary-punch-thx50)

## Reporting sources
1. [The Signal Edition: Classic Deviled Eggs: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-classic-deviled-eggs-thx26) (2026-10-25)
2. [The Signal Edition: Cranberry-Pecan Baked Brie: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-baked-brie-thx27) (2026-10-25)
3. [The Signal Edition: Herb-Stuffed Mushrooms: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-herb-stuffed-mushrooms-thx28) (2026-10-25)
4. [The Signal Edition: Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Meatballs: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-glazed-turkey-meatballs-thx29) (2026-10-25)
5. [The Signal Edition: Brown-Sugar Glazed Ham: A Complete Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-brown-sugar-glazed-ham-thx30) (2026-10-25)
6. [The Signal Edition: Classic Pumpkin Pie With a Silky, Spiced Filling](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-classic-pumpkin-pie-thx31) (2026-10-25)
7. [The Signal Edition: Maple Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-maple-pecan-pie-thx32) (2026-10-25)
8. [The Signal Edition: Deep-Dish Apple Pie With a Flaky Lattice Crust](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-deep-dish-apple-pie-thx33) (2026-10-25)
9. [The Signal Edition: Southern-Style Sweet Potato Pie With Brown Sugar and Spice](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-pie-thx34) (2026-10-25)
10. [The Signal Edition: Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake With a Gingersnap Crust](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-pumpkin-cheesecake-thx35) (2026-10-25)
11. [The Signal Edition: Easy Apple Crisp With a Brown Sugar Oat Topping](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-oat-topped-apple-crisp-thx36) (2026-10-25)
12. [The Signal Edition: Salted Pecan Pie Bars With a Shortbread Crust](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-salted-pecan-bars-thx37) (2026-10-25)
13. [The Signal Edition: Cranberry-Orange Bundt Cake With a Citrus Glaze](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-orange-bundt-cake-thx38) (2026-10-25)
14. [The Signal Edition: Bourbon Bread Pudding With Vanilla Custard](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-bourbon-bread-pudding-thx39) (2026-10-25)
15. [The Signal Edition: Pumpkin Roll With Cream Cheese Filling That Does Not Crack](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-pumpkin-roll-cream-cheese-thx40) (2026-10-25)
16. [The Signal Edition: Creamy Leftover Turkey Pot Pie: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-turkey-pot-pie-thx41) (2026-10-25)
17. [The Signal Edition: Hot Turkey-Cranberry Thanksgiving Sandwiches: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-hot-turkey-cranberry-sandwiches-thx42) (2026-10-25)
18. [The Signal Edition: Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-turkey-noodle-soup-thx43) (2026-10-25)
19. [The Signal Edition: Crispy Stuffing Waffles With Turkey and Gravy: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-stuffing-waffles-with-gravy-thx44) (2026-10-25)
20. [The Signal Edition: Cranberry-Orange Thanksgiving Muffins: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-cranberry-orange-muffins-thx45) (2026-10-25)
21. [The Signal Edition: Fluffy Leftover Sweet Potato Pancakes: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-pancakes-thx46) (2026-10-25)
22. [The Signal Edition: Cheesy Leftover Turkey Enchiladas: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-turkey-enchiladas-thx47) (2026-10-25)
23. [The Signal Edition: Crispy Thanksgiving Mashed-Potato Cakes: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-crispy-mashed-potato-cakes-thx48) (2026-10-25)
24. [The Signal Edition: Apple-Walnut Leftover Turkey Salad: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-apple-walnut-turkey-salad-thx49) (2026-10-25)
25. [The Signal Edition: Sparkling Cranberry-Rosemary Thanksgiving Punch: An Easy Thanksgiving Recipe](https://www.thesignaledition.com/article/thanksgiving-sparkling-cranberry-rosemary-punch-thx50) (2026-10-25)