Thanksgiving 2023: Traditional sweets to prepare for the lavish feast – Times of India

Thanksgiving is here and it is time to celebrate the festival of harvest with a lavish feast and some dainty desserts. The tradition of Thanksgiving can be traced back to the 1621 feast in Plymouth, Massachusetts, where English Pilgrims and Native Americans gathered to share a meal and give thanks for a successful harvest. Over time, this tradition became a part of the culture and was celebrated with friends and family to express gratitude over a bountiful meal.If you too are planning to host a lavish party? Then here are some delish desserts, which you can try for the special feast.
Pumpkin Pie
A quintessential Thanksgiving dessert, pumpkin pie is a spiced, creamy pie made with a pumpkin filling. It’s often served with a dollop of whipped cream.
Pecan Pie
Another iconic Thanksgiving dessert, pecan pie features a rich, gooey filling made with pecans, corn syrup, eggs, and sugar. It’s often served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Apple Pie
Apple pie is a classic American dessert, especially popular during the fall season. It features sweet and tart apple slices encased in a flaky pastry crust.
Sweet Potato Pie
Much similar to Pumpkin pie, Sweet potato pie is made with mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, and spices. It has a distinct flavor and is often topped with marshmallows.
Cranberry Orange Bread
A moist and flavorful quick bread made with fresh cranberries and orange zest. It’s a delightful sweet treat that complements the Thanksgiving feast.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake
Combine the flavors of caramel, apples, and cheesecake for a decadent dessert. The creamy cheesecake layer is topped with caramelized apples.
Maple Pecan Bars
These bars feature a buttery crust, a rich maple and pecan filling, and are often served in bite-sized squares.
Cinnamon Rolls
Soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls are a comforting and sweet addition to a Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch.
Pumpkin Roll
A rolled sponge cake filled with a sweet and spiced pumpkin cream cheese filling. When sliced, it reveals a beautiful swirl pattern.

Chocolate Pecan Pie
Give a chocolatey twist to the traditional pecan pie by adding cocoa to the filling or incorporating chocolate chips.

Gingerbread Cookies
Spiced gingerbread cookies in the shapes of turkeys, pumpkins, or fall leaves can add a festive touch to your Thanksgiving dessert table.
Cranberry Upside-Down Cake
A twist on the classic pineapple upside-down cake, this dessert features a layer of cranberries and a buttery brown sugar topping.