If you’ve already had your fill of pumpkin pie for the year after finding out about the pumpkin shortage, then you’re probably dreading that moment after the Thanksgiving feast when the cover is lifted off the pumpkin pie. Or maybe you just don’t have a soul and hate all things pumpkin.
In either case, we’ve put together the most epic list of non-pumpkin pie desserts you could ever need. But if you’re a soulless pumpkin hater then you’ll probably want to skip the recipes that have any trace of pumpkin whatsoever. Because even though some of us may think we’re tired of it, we never truly are.
1. Mini White Chocolate Caramel Apple Lollipops
Photo by Arden Sarner
Everything tastes better on a stick. Make yours like this.
2. Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough & Pumpkin Ice Cream Sandwiches
Photo by Sarah Yanofsky
Sometimes it’s too dang hot to cozy up with a pumpkin spice latte. Recipe here.
3. Chunky Monkey Muffins
Photo by Phoebe Melnick
Your favorite Ben and Jerry’s flavor plus your favorite breakfast dessert equals the perfect sweet. Recipe here.
4. 11-Layer Pumpkin and Peanut Butter S’mores Bars
Photo by Julia Wilson
S’morgasm guaranteed. Recipe here.
5. Apple Pie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Photo by Taylor Widom
Because who needs a fork? Make yours like this.
6. Salted Caramel Apple Mason Jar Cheesecake
Photo by Isabel Tiange Wang
Make yours like this.
7. Brown Butter and Sea Salt Rice Krispies Treats
Photo by Jamie Medina
Just like you, these sweet childhood treats are all grown up. Recipe here.
8. Peach Lemon Butter Cake
Photo by Max Bartick
They call this “Paradise Cake” in Italia. Make yours like this.
9. Homemade Chocolate Fudge
Photo by Heather Feibleman
2 ingredients + 1 microwave = pure bliss. Make yours like this.
10. Warm Apple Pie Dip With Cinnamon Sugar Crisps
GIF by Elena Besser
Now watch me dip, now watch me nae nae. Recipe here.
11. Nutella-Stuffed Brown Butter Pie
Photo by Phoebe Melnick
Guaranteed to rock your world one bite at a time. Recipe here.
12. Ultimate Skillet Cookie
Photo by Gaby Scelzo
One word: epic. Recipe here.
13. Salted Caramel Chocolate Bread Pudding
Photo by Naib Mian
Bread pudding: A mishmash of leftover starch, sugar, and cream, which unite to create a canvas of infinite flavor possibilities. Recipe here.
14. Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls
Photo by Dylan Barth
Because the pumpkin craze is never-ending. Recipe here.
15. Sweet and Savory Nutella Wontons
Photo by Jacob Kerbel
More proof that Nutella really does complement anything. Make yours like this.
16. 3-Ingredient Chocolate Bacon Bark
Photo by Analiese Trimber
Two words: three ingredients. Recipe here.
17. Mini Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Photo by Hunter Siegrist
A side of pumpkin you’ve never seen before. Recipe here.
18. No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie
Photo by Jocelyn Hsu
It tastes like a frozen Reese’s peanut butter cup and is even shaped like one. Make yours like this.
19. Baked Apple Cider Donut Bites
Photo by Christian Stafford
Pumpkin spice is overrated. Make yours like this.
20. Nutella Banana Dessert Sushi
Photo by Madeline Leadem
Who says sushi has to be for dinner? Make yours for dessert like this.
21. No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Photo by Bailey Culpepper
Why eat pie when you can eat cheesecake? Make yours like this.
22. Monkey Bread
Photo by Justin Shannin
If you’re not too stuffed from all the turkey, toss these in the oven. Recipe here.
23. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Photo by Caitlin McCreight
A grab and go version of the all-too-delicious pumpkin bread. Recipe here.
24. Salted Toffee Brittle
Photo by Krista Stucchio
For when you can’t decide between salty and sweet. Recipe here.
25. Gluten-Free Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Photo by Kristine Mahan
You won’t miss the gluten. Make yours like this.
26. 5-Ingredient Pecan Pie Mini Muffins
Photo by Meredith Ross
Pecan pie in muffin form. Recipe here.
27. Apple Turnovers
Photo by Helena Lin
Use up your leftover apples with this recipe.
28. Banana Bread Pudding
Photo by Rachel Lee
Blow your grandma’s bread pudding out of the water. Recipe here.
29. Lemon Bars
Photo by Mark Zhang
So sweet, so simple. Make yours like this.
30. Perfect Pecan Pie
Photo by Jessica Payne
Perfection doesn’t even begin to describe it. Make yours like this.
31. Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Photo by Jeanne Kessira
Best when paired with tea. Recipe here.
32. Cranberry Pistachio Chocolate Bark
Bonus: It looks fancy so even Aunt Judy will be impressed. Recipe here.
33. Great-Grandma’s Banana Bread
Photo by Mackenzie Barth
Even better than when Grandma made it. Recipe here.
34. Sticky Maple Crescent Buns
Photo by Bailey Culpepper
As if Thanksgiving couldn’t get any sweeter. Make yours like this.
35. Apple Pie Cups
Photo by Susanna Tuan
Because the whole family deserves to be able to have their own pie (cup) and eat it, too. Recipe here.
36. Lemon Meringue Pie
Photo by Jocelyn Hsu
When life gives you lemons, bake this lemon meringue pie. Recipe here.
37. Chocolate Meringue Pie
Photo by Lara Schwieger
It’s like eating a pillowy chocolate cloud. Make yours like this.
38. Lemon and Cranberry Scones
Photo by Alia Wilhelm
The perfect solution for a college student who only has a cookie sheet. Recipe here.
39. Rugelach Cookies
Photo by Amanda Shulman
The edible version of your grandparents’. Recipe here.
40. White Chocolate Dipped Molasses Cookies
Photo by Sarah Stettin
Bring a little extra autumn flair to your apartment or party with this recipe.
41. Easy Cherry Berry Pie
Photo by Kristin Brennan
A classic dessert only fit for after a classic meal. Make yours like this.
42. Cinnamon Brown Sugar Bread Pudding
Photo by Alison Mally
A dessert with history. Make yours like this.
43. Apple Pie Roses
Photo by Molly Gamache
The apple of your stomach. Recipe here.
44. Chocolate Biscoff Crunch Ice Cream Cake
Photo by Shivangi Surana
The best part is it’s vegan. Recipe here.
45. Toasted Coconut and White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Photo by Abigail Wang
Add a half cup of craisins for a little taste of fall. Recipe here.
If you’re still planning your epic Thanksgiving feast, check these out:
Cook an Entire Thanksgiving Feast in 3 Hours
How to Make Roasted Turkey and Gravy with Just One Pot
The Ultimate Day-After-Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich
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