25 Thanksgiving Desserts to Make In Your 9x13-Inch Pan

Your trusty 9x13-inch pan is the key to these delicious Thanksgiving desserts.

close up view of slices of Great Pumpkin Dessert garnished with cream on plates
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The kitchen on Thanksgiving day can be a stressful place. With friends and family on the way, and some arriving sooner than expected, it can be hard to whip up a turkey along with all the sides that go with it—and save time in the day to make a proper Thanksgiving dessert. But don't fret! Here are 27 dessert recipes that use a 9x13-inch pan. They'll feed the whole family, are easy to assemble, and will save you a little time to focus on the hard stuff...like the turkey. Recipes include bread pudding, dump cake, cheesecake, crisps, and so much more.

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Caramel Apple Dump Cake

Caramel Apple Dump Cake

"Simple to make and delicious! Top it off with whipped cream — it will be a crowd pleaser." —kelly

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Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding

Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding in a white bowl

"This was so easy to make and was so delicious. Try serving it with vanilla or caramel ice cream. YUM!" —Cookie

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Pumpkin Crunch Cake

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DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

"This pumpkin crunch cake tastes great and is really easy to make with canned pumpkin and cake mix!" —Nora LaCroix

04 of 27

Lemon Cranberry Cheesecake Bars

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JanMarie

"I won a dessert contest at work with this recipe! Simply fabulous!" —Jennifer F

05 of 27

Apple Pie Slices

Close up of Apple Pie Slices recipe on a white plate with flower pattern

"I made it yesterday for Thanksgiving (rather than pie) and had several compliments. I've had a few people at work ask for the recipe too! I especially love the crust! Will keep with my 'favorites!'" —wibakingmom

06 of 27

Cardamom Creme Brulee Parfait with Candied Pumpkin

Close up of Cardamom Creme Brulee Parfait with Candied Pumpkin recipe in a glass cup

"Here is a classic dessert with a bit of a twist that will stun your Thanksgiving guests, plus it's a great excuse to buy a kitchen torch if you don't already have one." —Ashley Baron Rodriguez 

07 of 27

Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

close up on a plate full of pumpkin bars topped with cream cheese frosting

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"Moist pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are the perfect holiday treat for you and your family to enjoy! Keep refrigerated as they taste best served cold." —WeibellMommy

08 of 27

Rum Raisin Bread Pudding with Warm Vanilla Sauce

close up view of Rum Raisin Bread Pudding with Warm Vanilla Sauce on top, in a white and red ramekin
lutzflcat

"This easy bread pudding and vanilla sauce recipe combines my favorite things in the world: bread pudding, apples, raisins, vanilla, and rum! The sauce thickens atop the bread pudding, providing an attractive and delicious glaze. We never have leftovers!" —CHICAGOCOOKS22

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Pecan Pie Bars

Six pecan pie bars on a crumbled piece of white parchment paper

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"These pecan pie bars are sweet and crunchy. Great for gifting during holiday season." —Marietta Strothmann 

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Churro Cheesecake Bars

a stack of three churro cheesecake bars on a blue plate.

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"Churros meet cheesecake in these delicious churro cheesecake bars. Store-bought crescent dough is filled with a cinnamony cream cheese mixture and topped with cinnamon sugar. Serve with Mexican cajeta for extra caramel flavor." —Sarah Brekke

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Nickie's Apple-Pecan Cheesecake

Close up of Nickie's Apple-Pecan Cheesecake recipe

"Best ever cheesecake! I did not have graham crackers so I made filling and poured into (2) pre-made graham cracker crusts. The filling fit beautifully. I baked for 1 hour and when serving drizzled caramel sauce. It was a hit! Can't wait to get graham crackers and make it per the recipe! It's a no fail recipe!" —lynette

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Sweet Potato Casserole Dessert

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Christina

"It was awesome! My family loved it and wanted it again! This will definitely be on our holiday list from now on." —Kaye Hinds

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Pumpkin Dump Cake

A slice of pumpkin dump cake topped with whipped cream on a plate.

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"We loved this recipe! I've made dump cakes before and this pumpkin one is a nice change for pumpkin pie lovers." —AMYNTEXAS

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Easy Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

easy pecan pie bread pudding on a red plate

"Love bread pudding and pecan pie? Now you can enjoy the flavors of pecan pie in a creamy and delicious bread pudding that is super easy to make. And, easy to clean up with this pan! Serve while slightly warm with some fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream." —T-fal

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Cinnamon-Apple Bars with Icing

Cinnamon-Apple Bars with Icing

"Cinnamon-spiced apple slices are layered between a soft golden crust and a crumb topping, drizzled with icing. Tastes exactly like apple pie, only in bar form!" —AHOTA84 

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Double-Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

perfect-looking two-tone cheesecake bars with rosettes of whipped cream
Spritzer

"This is my daughter's pumpkin cheesecake bar recipe. She made it for us at Thanksgiving dinner. It was delicious and the layers look very pretty for presentation." —Spritzer

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Fresh Cranberry Cake

Close up view of Fresh Cranberry Cake surrounded by 4 cranberries on a white plate with a gold star pattern

""My family loved this cake. I made it for Thanksgiving and it was the perfect cranberry dessert." —mehrotrakirti

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Apple Crisp

Close up view of Apple Crisp recipe with vanilla ice cream topping in a white bowl

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"This apple crisp recipe is a simple yet delicious fall dessert that's great served warm with vanilla ice cream." —Diane Kester

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Boona's Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars

Boona's Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars

"These easy to make bars have been a hit in my family for years! I first made them in 4-H over 15 years ago! They are always requested for family gatherings. Who can resist butterscotch and cheesecake?!?" —mom4draven

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Pumpkin Love (Layered Pumpkin Dessert)

Pumpkin Love (Layered Pumpkin Dessert)

"I like the taste of pumpkin, but not the texture in pie. This is the best of all worlds. I serve it warm with vanilla bean ice cream and fresh whipped cream. Delicious!" —Tina Sutton

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Sopapilla Cheesecake

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Pepper

"This is a quick, easy and tasty dessert. A rich and creamy filling surrounded by a crispy cinnamon crust makes this a favorite for anyone who loves a sweets." —SAINTWIC

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Cranberry Almond Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Bars

Close up view of a pan full of Cranberry Almond Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Bars

"Delicious cheesecake cookie bars with a hint of almond flavoring, swirled with simple homemade cranberry sauce and topped with sliced almonds. Easy to make and perfect for any event!" —nbella17

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White Chocolate and Walnut Pumpkin Bars

White Chocolate and Walnut Pumpkin Bars

"An easy-to-make pumpkin bar that has a dense, cake-like texture. It can be assembled relatively quickly, and tastes great with a cup of coffee! For best results, let the bars sit until the next day-the flavors meld and the spices come through more." —Kim 

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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake

 Overhead view of a slice of Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake on a small white plate with a fork

"I have a family member is can't eat dairy, so this was perfect. The whole family really enjoyed it. Topped each piece with either coconut whipped cream or dairy whipped cream. The coffee added a wonderful undertone to the flavors." —Dunroamin on the McKenzie

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Éclair Cake

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“This is an easy, DELICIOUS recipe. I get requests to make it at least once every holiday season. I add a bit of pure vanilla extract to the pudding mixture to intensify the vanilla flavor.” —ERIKANELSON

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Easy Pumpkin Dessert

close up view of slices of Great Pumpkin Dessert garnished with cream on plates
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"This easy pumpkin dessert recipe is made with canned pumpkin, yellow cake mix, and walnuts. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream." —Nancy 

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Apple-Cranberry Crisp

A scoopy of apple-cranberry crisp.

ALLRECIPES / ANA CADENA

"This apple-cranberry crisp is delightful combination of apples and fresh cranberries topped with a crisp, pecan topping. Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream." —PATTON0626

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