Description
Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Desserts are the ultimate solution for a stress-free holiday celebration. With rich flavors and delightful aromas filling your home, these desserts not only impress your guests but also allow you to savor every moment with your loved ones. Prepare ahead of time to enjoy the festivities without the last-minute rush. From creamy pumpkin pies to decadent cheesecakes, these treats are sure to be the highlight of your Thanksgiving feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar; press into a pie dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, remaining brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 45-50 minutes until edges set and center has a slight jiggle.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg