Tidbits and Treats to Keep the Holiday Cheer Flowing

Jenny deRemer

Nov 15, 2024

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From a creamy Turkey Dessert Cheeseball to classic Pecan Pie, these traditional Thanksgiving sweet and savory snacks and nibbles bring nostalgia and smiles to your holiday spread. Enjoy festive treats like Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes and Cranberry Fluff for a blend of rich flavors and vibrant fall ingredients. Remember the Cream Cheese Mints grandma always had in a bowl? Yeah, those kinds of nibbles!

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Thanksgiving Puppy Chow

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A glass bowl containing puppy chow snack mix, candy pumpkins, Reese's cups, and colorful chocolate candies rests on a wooden surface with a checkered cloth adjacent to it.
Image Credit: The Country Cook

Thanksgiving Puppy Chow combines cereal, candy pumpkins, and Reese’s Pieces for a festive, sweet treat. This snack mix adds a playful touch to traditional Thanksgiving desserts, giving guests something fun to munch on.
Get the Recipe: Thanksgiving Puppy Chow

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Apple pie bars lined up on a counter top.
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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars are irresistibly rich and just beg to be topped with a scoop of French vanilla ice cream. Honestly, I can never wait that long—I devour them just as they are! A single batch of these Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars makes 18 generous portions, and the flavors in this mighty slice of autumn are outrageously good!

To learn more: Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Cranberry Orange Muffins

Close-up of a sliced cranberry muffin with butter spread inside, surrounded by fresh cranberries and an orange slice. A soft striped cloth is in the background, adding a cozy feel to the scene.
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Cranberry Orange Muffins offer a bright burst of seasonal flavor with tart cranberries and fresh orange. These muffins complement Thanksgiving desserts with a lighter, fruity option.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Orange Muffins

Gingerbread House White Chocolate Bark Recipe (Christmas Bark)

Delicious Gingerbread House White Chocolate Bark Recipe (Christmas Bark) ready to be enjoyed
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Gingerbread House White Chocolate Bark is a fun and festive Christmas Bark sprinkled with marshmallows, soft peppermints, gumdrops, M&Ms, and of course ginger cookies!
Get the Recipe: Gingerbread House White Chocolate Bark Recipe (Christmas Bark)

Cranberry Fluff

A wooden bowl containing a creamy fruit salad with cranberries and marshmallows, garnished with an orange slice and cranberries, placed on a colorful patterned fabric.
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Cranberry Fluff mixes cranberries, mandarin oranges, and marshmallows for a light, fruity dessert. A great addition to traditional Thanksgiving desserts, it balances the richness of other sweets with a refreshing taste.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Fluff

Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart

A slice of chocolate tart with a glossy finish sits on a dark plate. The tart is sprinkled with sea salt, accompanied by a fork on the side.
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Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart brings layers of rich chocolate and salted caramel in a buttery crust. A sophisticated choice, it pairs beautifully with traditional Thanksgiving desserts for a touch of elegance.
Get the Recipe: Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bark Recipe served fresh
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bark is the ULTIMATE treat! Only 4 ingredients stand between you and this simple peanut butter chocolate bark recipe.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bark Recipe

Traditional Pound Cake

Slices of pound cake on a black oval platter with a red checkered cloth beneath.
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Traditional Pound Cake is moist, buttery, and simple to make, using just six ingredients. This classic cake adds comfort and warmth to traditional Thanksgiving desserts, making it a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Traditional Pound Cake

Cream Cheese Mints

Mouthwatering Cream Cheese Mints
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These old-fashioned cream cheese mints are easy to make. These little candies are chewy and sweet, perfect for weddings and parties.
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Mints

Apple Blueberry Ice Box Cake

a baking dish with a dessert
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Apple Blueberry Ice Box Cake is a no-bake dessert with layers of apple and blueberry. This refreshing choice complements traditional Thanksgiving desserts, giving a light and fruity option for guests.
Get the Recipe: Apple Blueberry Ice Box Cake

Christmas Bark

A delightful Christmas Bark
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Christmas Bark is the perfect holiday treat! It’s filled with Oreos, peppermint chips, M&M’s, and pretzels!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Bark

Pecan Pie Recipe

A pecan pie with a large slice missing on a wooden table. Two plates, each holding a slice of pie with forks.
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Pecan Pie delivers a gooey brown sugar filling and crunchy pecans, all in a flaky crust. This classic favorite belongs among traditional Thanksgiving desserts for its timeless, crowd-pleasing flavor.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Recipe

Apple Blondies

The image features a stack of apple blondies on parchment paper, whole apples surrounding the stack, and a cup of milk in the background.
Image Credit: Will Cook For Smiles

Apple Blondies are soft, chewy bars with a hint of apple and fall spices. These easy-to-make treats fit perfectly with traditional Thanksgiving desserts, offering a fun, kid-friendly option everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Apple Blondies

Chex Mix Recipe

Tasty Chex Mix Recipe on display
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This homemade Chex Mix Recipe is made with cereal, nuts, pretzels, and spice! This party mix is a little bit sweet and a little bit spicy.
Get the Recipe: Chex Mix Recipe

Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake

A slice of cheesecake topped with caramel and pecans on a white plate, accompanied by a fork holding a bite of cheesecake.
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Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake combines sweet apples, pecans, and a hint of bourbon for a flavorful treat. This cheesecake elevates traditional Thanksgiving desserts with a rich, sophisticated taste.
Get the Recipe: Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

A white plate with eight pumpkin cupcakes, each topped with white frosting swirls.
Image Credit: The Country Cook

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes bring cozy, spiced flavor in a bite-sized treat with a graham cracker crust. Perfect for traditional Thanksgiving desserts, these cheesecakes offer individual portions that everyone can enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake

The image shows a cheesecake with chopped nuts and a drizzle of chocolate on top.
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Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake blends rich pumpkin spice and chocolate for a smooth, decadent dessert. A special addition to traditional Thanksgiving desserts, it brings both classic and unique flavors to the table.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake

Turkey Dessert Cheeseball

The image features a dessert shaped like a turkey, adorned with chocolate chips, candy corn, and pretzels on a plate. Autumn decorations surround the setting.
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Turkey Dessert Cheeseball makes a delightful centerpiece with its turkey shape and sweet filling. This fun dessert stands out on the table and adds a unique twist to traditional Thanksgiving desserts.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Dessert Cheeseball

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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