5 Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes, From Apple Cider Cakes to Pumpkin Cookies
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Between the mountains of mashed potatoes, turkey, gravy, and mac and cheese on my plate, holiday meals are always hard on my stomach. I'm really up for a challenge come the dessert course — especially since gluten is usually the star of that show.
Historically, I have to excuse myself from the table early after a bite or two of Grandma's signature pumpkin pie, but this year, I'm not letting my gluten sensitivity stand in the way of dessert. Instead, I'm bringing these gluten-free recipes to the table so I can indulge in seasonal sweets without paying for it later.
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Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Pie
Like pumpkin pie — but sweeter with a nuttier taste — this plate is rich while still maintaining a light and fluffy texture. And the cherry on top: the dish's classic look can upgrade any autumnal tablescape.
Get the recipe: creamy vegan butternut squash pie
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Mini Apple Cider Cake
In case you can't get ahold of gluten-free cider doughnuts at your local bakery, these baked mini cakes should fulfill your cravings. Just replace the all-purpose flour with an equal amount of your favorite gluten-free flour blend — don't worry, the recipe will remind you!
Get the recipe: mini apple cider cake
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Pumpkin Sugar Cookies With Bourbon Cinnamon Frosting
I can always get behind an alcohol-infused recipe — I feel like it brings a sophisticated twist to many dishes. Add pumpkin to the equation, and I'm sold.
Get the recipe: pumpkin sugar cookies with bourbon cinnamon frosting
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Apple Crisp
Warm and crunchy almond oats, creamy vanilla ice cream, and soft cinnamon-spiced apples: this dish delivers on flavors and textures without overpowering your palate.
Get the recipe: apple crisp
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Keto Pumpkin Bread
Just because it's the holidays doesn't mean you have to stray from your eating plan. Now you can have your pumpkin bread and eat it, too.
Get the recipe: keto pumpkin bread
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