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Hosting Thanksgiving dinner is hectic, but isn’t that part of the thrill? There’s a select group of us that get a total rush from the stress of roasting a turkey to perfection, whipping up decadent mashed potatoes with zero lumps, making that homemade cranberry sauce from scratch that has just the right amount of sweetness, letting the marshmallows on top of the sweet potato pie singe just a hair — and pulling off the miraculous feat of having all of the above come together at the same time. Performing under pressure at it’s finest.
But what we don’t get a rush from is not having the oven space to make dinner and dessert. We’re miracle workers, sure — but if we don’t have space, we don’t have space. So if we can provide the fam with glorious desserts that don’t have to go in the oven, we’re all in.
These no-bake recipes take the hassle out of dessert, so we can focus on that perfect dinner instead.
A version of this story was originally published November 2015.
No-Bake Pumpkin Biscoff Cheesecake
A silky, fluffy pumpkin filling rests in a no-bake Biscoff cookie crust to make this easy Thanksgiving dessert.
Get the recipe from The Recipe Critic.
No Bake Cranberry Cheesecake Bars
Tart and tangy cranberry is a welcome addition to most of the rich foods we eat on Thanksgiving, and in this no-bake cheesecake bar recipe, it helps liven up the creamy filling.
Get the recipe from Fed and Fit.
No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls
They may look like something from a bakery or candy shop, but these no-bake pumpkin cheesecake balls are surprisingly easy to make.
Get the recipe from Gourmet Martha.
Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins
You can get the kids involved to make these cute, easy-to-make pumpkin-shaped Rice Krispie treats. They’re a festive addition to your dessert table.
Get the recipe from No Dash of Gluten.
No-Bake Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Looking for a way to add a little more nutrition to your sweet offerings this Thanksgiving? Try these no-bake pumpkin oatmeal cookies, which are packed with fiber and flavor alike.
Get the recipe from Naturallie Plant-Based.
Pumpkin Oreo Ball Truffles
Dipped in orange melting wafers, these no-bake Oreo cookie truffles look just like little pumpkins. Don’t forget the pretzel-stick stems!
Get the recipe from .
No-bake apple cobbler
Healthy as it is tasty, this no-bake apple cobbler can be had for dessert or breakfast.
Get the recipe from Fork & Beans.
No-bake paleo pumpkin cookies
Paleo adherents will rejoice when they’re served these tasty no-bake pumpkin cookies.
Get the recipe from Plaid and Paleo.
No-bake cranberry-orange cheesecake
Cranberry-orange need not be relegated to garnish thanks to these no-bake cheesecakes. The pairing of tart cranberry with creamy cheesecake filling is totally irresistible.
Get the recipe from My Baking Addiction.
No-bake paleo vegan pumpkin tarts
Not only do these no-bake tarts free up oven space, but they’re also surprisingly nutritious compared to what’s usually on the dessert table at Thanksgiving.
Get the recipe from Detoxinista.
Mini pumpkin streusel cheesecakes
Fifteen minutes are all you need for these decadent pumpkin cheesecakes with streusel topping.
Get the recipe from SheKnows.
Cappuccino icebox cake
This delightfully creamy creation only calls for six ingredients, and it’s got a cappuccino flavor that could help boost your energy after a day of feasting. Wishful thinking? Maybe, but it’s delicious regardless.
Get the recipe from Kitchen Nostalgia.
Pomegranate mousse
The deep, gorgeous colors of this pomegranate mousse scream fall.
Get the recipe from Tatyana’s Everyday Food.
Sparkling cranberry-orange cheesecake
This no-bake cheesecake topped with sugared cranberries is as beautiful to look at as it is yummy to eat.
Get the recipe from Life, Love & Sugar.
Pumpkin spice eclair cake
Everyone will love the pumpkin-spiced cream filling in this no-bake eclair cake.
Get the recipe from Shaken Together.
Pumpkin icebox cake
Layered ice box cakes always seem so fancy, but they’re actually simple to make. This pumpkin icebox cake, gently spices and topped with caramel drizzle, will definitely turn heads at your Thanksgiving feast.
Get the recipe from Life Made Sweeter.
Caramel apple pudding with gingersnaps
Caramel or butterscotch pudding is the key to this no-bake dessert. Crispy fresh apples, whipped topping, and a punchy gingersnap crust complete the dish.
Get the recipe from Brown Eyed Baker.
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