15 Healthy Thanksgiving Desserts
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Published Oct 19, 2023, Updated Nov 21, 2023
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From healthier holiday classics to favorite fall treats here are over 15 easy and healthy Thanksgiving dessert recipes with something for everyone!
I’m all for indulging in your favorite classic Thanksgiving dishes, but if you’re like me and typically crave some healthier dessert options at the dinner table you’re in luck because today I’m sharing my favorite healthy Thanksgiving desserts!
Whether you’re hosting a gathering or bringing a dish to share, these nutritious and delicious desserts are guaranteed to be the star of the show (sorry turkey)! And I bet nobody will even notice that they’re made with better-for-you ingredients, proving that healthier alternatives can be just as delectable as the classics.
Healthy Thanksgiving Desserts
From lightened-up holiday classics (think vegan pumpkin pie and healthy sweet potato pie), to brownies and lots of pumpkin and apple recipes I’ve got you covered with plenty of dessert ideas that taste delicious and are made with nutritious ingredients. Enjoy!
Dutch Apple Pie
This healthier Dutch apple pie combines a sweet cinnamon apple filling with a delicious oat crumble topping. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate fall dessert.
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Vegan Tofu Pumpkin Pie
For this delicious vegan pumpkin pie, silken tofu replaces the eggs and dairy and the filling is put into a flavorful and nutty oatmeal pecan crust.
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Vegan Chocolate Pie
This easy vegan chocolate pie is made with tofu instead of dairy or eggs. Made with just 4 simple ingredients the filling is rich, creamy and absolutely delicious.
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Healthy Sweet Potato Pie
This easy and healthy sweet potato pie is made with coconut sugar, coconut cream and fresh sweet potatoes. It’s dairy-free, vegan and can easily be made gluten-free as well.
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Pecan Pie Brownies
Combine two amazing desserts into one with these fudgy pecan pie brownies! They’re made with almond flour so they’re gluten-free, grain-free and absolutely delicious.
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Healthy Apple Crisp
This healthy apple crisp is lightly sweetened with maple syrup and features a crunchy oatmeal topping. This recipe is sure to be a fall family favorite!
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No Bake Pumpkin Pie Bars
These decadent no bake pumpkin pie bars pair a crunchy granola crust with a creamy, thick pumpkin filling with coconut oil and cashew butter. Vegan & gluten-free.
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Baked Pears
These cozy baked pears combine tender roasted pears with a coconut sugar oat pecan crumble for a quick and easy dessert that's sure to impress! Serve warm with ice cream for the ultimate dessert!
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Baked Apples
These cozy baked apples are filled with a buttery cinnamon sugar oat crumble and super easy to make. Enjoy warm with ice cream and a drizzle of date caramel sauce for the ultimate fall dessert!
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Mini Raw Apple Pies
These raw mini apple pies are made with all whole foods and no processed sugar, flour, dairy, etc. They're raw, vegan, gluten-free and packed with nutrients. These mini apple pies are perfect to satisfy your fall sweet tooth!
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Healthy Apple Crumble Bars
These healthy apple crumble bars are vegan, gluten-free, and made with wholesome ingredients and fresh apples. You’ll love the cinnamon apple filling paired with the oatmeal crumble crust and topping!
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Sweet Potato Brownies
You’ll never know there are vegetables hidden in these sweet potato brownies! Top with chocolate ganache for the ultimate sweet treat.
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Pumpkin Brownies
These pumpkin brownies are made with almond flour, coconut sugar and pumpkin puree instead of any oil. They're rich, fudgy, super moist and absolutely delicious! Gluten-free + dairy-free.
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Apple Cake
This delicious gluten-free apple cake is made with a blend of almond and oat flour, studded with fresh apples and has a delicious cinnamon pecan crumb topping. It’s moist, tender and the perfect fall dessert!
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Pumpkin Coffee Cake
This pumpkin coffee cake with a cinnamon streusel topping is the ultimate fall breakfast or dessert! It's moist, soft and made with healthier ingredients like Greek yogurt, whole wheat flour and coconut sugar.
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Healthy Pumpkin Cake
This healthy pumpkin cake is gluten-free, naturally sweetened and perfectly moist. It's packed with fall flavors and topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting.
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Healthy Thanksgiving Desserts
From healthier holiday classics to favorite fall treats here are over 15 easy and healthy Thanksgiving dessert ideas with something for everyone!
Ingredients
- 1 9” store-bought or homemade pie crust
Filling
- 8 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced ¼-inch thick
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Topping
- ½ cup all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour, or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 Tablespoons butter, softened or coconut oil
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375ºF and grease a 9-inch pie pan.
- Fit pie crust in pie plate, crimping the edges. Set aside.
- In a large bowl toss apple slices with lemon juice, coconut sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch (or arrowroot flour) and salt until evenly coated.
- In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, rolled oats, coconut sugar and cinnamon. Add softened butter and use your hands or a fork to mix together until a crumble consistency forms.
- Pour apples into the pie crust, mounding them towards the center.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over apples.
- Place pie pan on a baking sheet to help prevent any spillage that may happen. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until crust is browned and apples are bubbling. Check the pie a few times while baking to make sure that the crust and topping aren’t browning too much. If that happens cover with tin foil.
- Remove from oven and let pie cool to room temperature before cutting so the filling has time to set.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream and enjoy!
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Notes
- Vegan: Use vegan butter or coconut oil if you need this pie to be vegan.
- Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free pie crust and gluten-free all-purpose flour if you need this recipe to be gluten-free.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/8 slice | Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 29g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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