The BEST Thanksgiving Recipes

Get ready to make this Thanksgiving unforgettable with 25 of the BEST Thanksgiving recipes! Whether you’re looking for the perfect turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, vibrant fruit salads, indulgent sweet potato casseroles, or classic pies, this collection has everything you need. These recipes are guaranteed to bring flavor, warmth, and joy to your holiday table. Let’s make this year’s feast the most delicious one yet.

Which of these recipes do you want to add to your Thanksgiving menu this year? 

Happy Thanksgiving!

* * The BEST Thanksgiving Recipes * *

SLOW COOKER TURKEY AND GRAVY

This recipe couldn’t be simpler! The turkey turns out incredibly flavorful, juicy, and downright delicious. Plus, I’ve included easy steps for making gravy from the drippings. While a whole turkey is a Thanksgiving tradition, a turkey breast is ideal for smaller gatherings—or if you’re hosting a crowd, it’s a great way to add extra white meat to your feast and make sure there’s plenty to go around.

SLOW COOKER MAPLE BROWN SUGAR HAM

This simple recipe delivers a perfectly juicy, flavorful ham every time! The glaze, made with pure maple syrup, brown sugar, and pineapple juice, is absolutely irresistible.

GARLIC PARMESAN RED MASHED POTATOES

These mashed potatoes are next-level delicious! They’re incredibly easy to make, with flavor that’s simply unbeatable. No wonder they’re one of the most loved recipes on my blog!

CREAMY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

These mashed potatoes are absolute perfection! I’m sharing my top tips to help you make the creamiest, most flavorful mashed potatoes ever. I adore this recipe and know you will too!

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH OAT STREUSEL

I absolutely love this recipe! Creamy, mashed roasted sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy brown sugar oat streusel—it’s a showstopper every time. This dish goes wildly popular on my blog every Thanksgiving, and for good reason! Plus, I’ve included make-ahead tips to make your holiday prep even easier.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECAN STREUSEL

This is a classic sweet potato recipe taken to the next level! It’s unbelievably delicious, and the pecan streusel topping is downright irresistible.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH MARSHMALLOW STREUSEL TOPPING

This casserole is bursting with flavor and richness! It’s finished with a delightful crunchy streusel topping and perfectly toasted, gooey mini marshmallows. Optional to add pecans.

THE BEST GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE

This recipe has it all—rich creaminess, delicious flavor, and a crunchy and crisp topping. With no mushrooms, it’s a crowd-pleasing twist on a holiday favorite that’s sure to win over even the pickiest eaters! It can also be made ahead.

HONEY GLAZED CARROTS

A fast and delicious side dish ready in just 15 minutes!

Cheesy and Creamy Corn

Elevate your Thanksgiving spread with this irresistible Cheesy and Creamy Corn dish! Ready in under 30 minutes, it combines fresh corn, creamy mayo, a kick of Sriracha, and melty mozzarella for a side that’s bursting with flavor. It’s rich, indulgent, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

HONEY WHITE BREAD

The best homemade bread recipe! Honey White Bread is soft, fluffy, and tasty! AND these can be made into rolls! Just follow the recipe but instead of shaping it into two loaves, shape it into 24 equal-sized rolls and bake for 20 minutes at 375 degrees.

Honey Cornbread Muffins

Sweet, tender, and irresistibly delicious, these Honey Cornbread Muffins are a must-have for your Thanksgiving table! Perfectly golden with a touch of sweetness.

Simple and Delicious Cranberry Sauce

Sweet and tart, super easy to make, and even better if you make it ahead of time!

CRANBERRY SALAD

This Cranberry Salad is a Thanksgiving favorite! With its vibrant flavor and festive appeal, it’s the perfect way to enjoy cranberries. Always a crowd-pleaser at parties, this dish is a must-have for your holiday menu!

PISTACHIO PUDDING SALAD

This Pistachio Pudding Salad is a creamy, dreamy crowd-pleaser perfect for your Thanksgiving feast! Easy to whip up and loaded with flavor, it’s the ultimate side dish to bring everyone back for seconds.

FIVE-CUP FRUIT SALAD

Sweet, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this Five-Cup Fruit Salad is the easiest addition to your Thanksgiving table! Made with just five simple ingredients, it’s a quick and delicious way to impress your guests.

WINTER FRUIT SALAD

A bright and colorful fruit salad that is made with winter fruit and a delicious honey lime poppyseed dressing!

Frog Eye Fruit Salad

Bring some fun and flavor to your Thanksgiving table with Frog Eye Salad! This creamy, fruity side dish features tender acini de pepe pasta tossed in a luscious pineapple custard sauce, whipped cream, and a medley of pineapple, mandarin oranges, coconut flakes, and colorful marshmallows. It’s a unique and crowd-pleasing addition that adds a touch of whimsy to your holiday feast!

SLOW COOKER HONEY GARLIC MEATBALLS

This Slow Cooker appetizer is a Thanksgiving game-changer! In just minutes, you can toss everything together and let it cook to perfection. It’s a crowd-favorite for a reason—simple, delicious, and absolutely irresistible!

HAM AND CREAM CHEESE PICKLE ROLLS UPS 

This is the perfect appetizer for Thanksgiving! You can prepare it the day before and it’s a delicious and filling snack!

** Thanksgiving Pies & Desserts **

The Best Key Lime Pie Recipe

This Key Lime pie is made with a buttery and sweet graham cracker crust, a creamy tangy key lime filling, topped with fluffy whipped cream, and garnished with sliced key limes! Easy to make and incredibly delicious!

CHOCOLATE SILK PIE

This pie is the ultimate Thanksgiving indulgence! Creamy, smooth, and loaded with rich chocolate flavor, it’s a showstopper on any dessert table. My all-time favorite recipe and a must-have for your holiday pie lineup—it’s guaranteed to wow your guests!

PUMPKIN CREAM PIE

The best Pumpkin Pie! Simple to make and so delicious! This Pumpkin Cream Pie has the best texture and the flavor is superb. The brown super whipped cream is incredible!

OREO PIE CRUST RECIPE

This is the ultimate Oreo Pie Crust recipe—so much better than store-bought! It’s rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Trust me, once you try this, you’ll never go back. Don’t forget to check out my GRAHAM CRACKER PIE CRUST.

RASPBERRY JELLO PRETZEL SALAD

A classic dessert we love to have at Thanksgiving! It’s super easy to make and a great make-ahead recipe!

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