Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (2024)

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Happy Thanksgiving week! With a successful Friendsgiving already under out belt and several family gatherings coming up this week, we have Thanksgiving food on the brain. Here’s a quick round-up of all the simple, fall-friendly recipes you could serve up at your gatherings this week, starting with our favorite course: Breffast.

Breakfast

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Pancakes(V)

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins(V)

Pumpkin French Toast Bake

Appetizers

Creamy Eggplant Caramelized Onion Dip(V, GF)

Simple Baba Ganoush(V, GF)

Whipped Bleu Cheese Bites with Balsamic Reduction

Roasted Beet Hummus(V, GF)

Creamy Brussels Sprout and Shallot Dip(GF)

Entrees

Fresh Pumpkin Pasta

Side Dishes

Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins (GF)

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes with Mushroom Gravy (V, GF optional)

Cauliflower Twice Baked Potatoes (GF, V optional)

Sweet Potato Parmesan Gratin (GF)

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad(GF, V)

Butternut Squash Potato Salad (GF)

The Best Damn Vegan Biscuit(V)

Dessert

Deep Dish Apple Crumble Pie(V)

Creamy Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Bark(GF)

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites(V optional)

Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pie (V,GF)

Mini Pumpkin Pie Shooters (V, GF optional)

Dranks

5 Ingredient Sangria(V, GF)

Cucumber Cooler co*cktails(V)

That does it! We’re super thankful for all of our readers, so thanks for continuing to follow along and read, share and try our recipes. We’re genuinely grateful. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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  1. Claire says

    Thank you for the round up! I look forward to these every year/season :) was this the post where you could find the full menu suggestions? I remember seeing something like that on insta maybe? I swear I saw that and now I can’t find it and I’m wondering if I had a fever dream about it, lol. Christmas and NYE would be great to make those suggested menus too, if you’d be willing/able to. Thank youuuu so much for sharing all of your work with the world. Forever my faves <3

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    • Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (31)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      They’re at the bottom of the round-up!

      Reply

      • Claire says

        For some reason it’s not showing up for me. I’ve tried using different browsers (Chrome + Safari) in case it was that but nothing.

        Reply

        • Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (32)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

          Ahh! The problem is that this is an older round-up, not this year’s. Here you go: https://minimalistbaker.com/the-ultimate-thanksgiving-recipe-round-up/

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          • Claire says

            omgoshhh duhh! thank you so much!!!!!! You have so many GREAT recipes that it does help to have such a well crafted input on what to serve. Rooting for a Christmas and/or NYE one :)) thank you again!

          • Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (33)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

            xoxo! We have a Holiday-themed one coming!

  2. Devon Emerick says

    Hi Dana!

    When I click on the pomegranate chicken recipe, it sends me back to the home page. I think there was an error when adding it and wanted to let you know :).

    Reply

    • Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (34)Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      Thanks, Devon! Check out this similar recipe instead.

      Reply

  3. Emma says

    Wow this really is the ultimate thanksgiving recipe round up. Love it! Thanks so much for putting it together.

    PS -I just nominated you guys for The Sunshine Award- its a fun way to learn more about you and spread the blog love. If you want to learn more or join in the fun you can get the details on my post.

    Hope you have an incredible Thanksgiving.

    Em :)

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  4. Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says

    Thanksgiving has passed here in Canada, but that deep dish apple crumble is calling my name! Hope you have a fantastic and delicious holiday!

    Reply

  5. Ali | Gimme Some Oven says

    Um, talk about a FEAST! If you need help with any of those Thanksgiving leftovers, you know who to call.

    Love this, and completely loved spending time with you this weekend. Look forward to SEEING much more of you soon! :)

    Happy Thanksgiving, friend!

    Reply

  6. Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says

    I want it all!!! What an awesome round up!

    Reply

  7. Jackie says

    This is splendid, thank you! A few of these dishes will surely end up on my table!

    Reply

  8. molly yeh says

    shallot dip?! i need it. i need allll this!! gettin my eating pants on.

    Reply

  9. anne says

    Great round up! Thanks!

    Reply

  10. Abbie @ Needs Salt says

    This is such a fabulous roundup! Beautifully done.
    All your recipes look so delicious, I would love every one of them on my Thanksgiving table.
    Pinning!

    Reply

  11. Jackie @ La Casa de Sweets says

    Everything looks amazing! Oh, if Thanksgiving could last all week…

    Reply

  12. Jessica (bakecetera) says

    everything looks amazing!!! … but those jalapeno cornbread muffins are out of this world. you sure know how to make a thanksgiving grand!

    Reply

Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up (2024)

FAQs

What is the key ingredient to a perfect Thanksgiving Day dinner? ›

Many Americans would regard Thanksgiving dinner as "incomplete" without stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, and cranberry sauce.

What part of Thanksgiving dinner can be made ahead of time? ›

Many Thanksgiving staples can be made entirely ahead of time and reheated before mealtime – think Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole, Green Bean Casserole, and Apple Pie.

What is in Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving menu featuring classics like turkey, savory green bean casserole and homemade cranberry sauce or experimenting with new takes on your family traditions, you're going to need a few ideas to get you started.

How do you make Thanksgiving unique? ›

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How can I make Thanksgiving more special? ›

In keeping with the true meaning of the holiday, you could also try a tradition that incorporates the idea of gratitude: Write thank-you notes to loved ones near and far, start a gratitude jar, or give back to your community by volunteering at a soup kitchen.

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Dishes you should definitely make in advance
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What can you prepare 2 days before Thanksgiving? ›

Our Best Make-Ahead Tips for Your Easiest Thanksgiving Yet
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  • Stuffing: Bake the Bread, Toast the Nuts. ...
  • Green Beans: Prep the Garnishes or Casserole.

What is the day before Thanksgiving called? ›

Also known as Drinksgiving, Blackout Wednesday or Black Wednesday has become the first drinking weekend of the holiday season. In many ways, it rivals New Year's Eve and St.

How to make Thanksgiving dinner easier? ›

Here are a list of things you CAN use as shortcuts in thanksgiving cooking without sacrificing too much quality:
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  2. Canned cranberry sauce.
  3. Canned pumpkin pie filling.
  4. Prepared broth.
  5. Frozen pie crust.
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Why can't you make stuffing ahead of time? ›

You haven't said whether you are going to cook the stuffing inside the bird or out, but it's fine to make almost any stuffing a few hours before you'll need it. The important thing is to keep it properly chilled so that bacteria won't have a chance to grow in it.

How many days before Thanksgiving can I make sides? ›

Three Days to Go: Start Vegetable Prep and Make Dips, Relishes, and Dressings. This is when to start getting as much vegetable prep done ahead of time as you can. Chop up the mirepoix for the Test Kitchen's Favorite Stuffing recipe and trim and blanch the green beans for the casserole.

What is the most popular side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

Mashed potatoes are a traditional Thanksgiving side dish for a reason, and we definitely look forward to serving up this delicious dish every November.

What are 5 traditional Thanksgiving foods? ›

Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes and articles in her 20 years as a food writer. The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie.

What is the most important food on a Thanksgiving table? ›

Stuffing. Good stuffing is key to a successful Thanksgiving dinner. At its simplest, stuffing is seasoned bread cubes mixed with onions and herbs. The stuffing is traditionally baked inside the bird but can also be baked in a separate baking dish.

What are 3 main foods on Thanksgiving? ›

The traditional roasted turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, candied yams, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie are on almost every modern Thanksgiving menu, in some form or variation. This menu has evolved over time and continues to evolve today.

What is the most common main dish for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Turkey is a classic main course for Thanksgiving dinner, but that certainly doesn't mean you have to serve it every year.

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