35 Best Chocolate Thanksgiving Desserts to Indulge Your Guests
Give thanks to everyone's favorite flavor.
Do you have a favorite Thanksgiving dessert? If you go by tradition, most people may say pumpkin recipes or apple desserts. Here's the thing, though: That shouldn't stop you from making a chocolate dessert for your holiday spread. It might sound like a non-traditional Thanksgiving idea, but whipping up one of these chocolate Thanksgiving desserts is a nice change of pace from all the other classic dishes. Plus, it's totally fine to indulge a little more during the holidays!
If you ask Ree Drummond, there's no such thing as too much chocolate. "The chocolate has to be inside and out," she says. "That's what makes them so darn good!" So here's why you can make the case for a chocolate Thanksgiving dessert: You can still stick to holiday favorites, like Thanksgiving pie, but this time with a chocolaty twist. For instance, instead of the same old pecan pie you make year after year, try a chocolate pecan pie instead.
You can go with fall-inspired recipes, like chocolate pumpkin truffles, or go with an over-the-top chocolate trifle for your Thanksgiving potluck. And speaking of feeding the masses, Ree Drummond's chocolate sheet cake is rich and fit for a crowd. It's no wonder she makes it for every occasion! So this year, why not entice your guests with some chocolate decadence? They'll be so grateful you decided to switch things up this year.
Chocolate Almond Sheet Cake
If you need to feed a crowd and want something you know they'll like, try this nutty spin on Ree's famous chocolate sheet cake. It has almond infused in both the cake and frosting.
Get Ree's Chocolate Almond Sheet Cake recipe.
Easy Flourless Chocolate Cookies
These cookies are naturally gluten-free, which is great if you've got guests with dietary restrictions. But don't worry, they're rich, fudgy, and almost brownie-like so they'll satisfy anyone's sweet tooth.
No-Bake Triple Chocolate Sundae Pie
Skip the oven and still bring triple the chocolate! This has a rice cereal treat base, an ice cream filling, and a fudge topping just for kicks. (It also happens to be gluten free, if that's of concern!)
Get Ree's No-Bake Triple Chocolate Sundae Pie recipe.
Knock You Naked Brownies
Promise, you don't have to take anything off to enjoy these decadent treats. But Ree is warning you: the chocolate, caramel, and pecan combo is "to die for."
Get Ree's Knock You Naked Brownies recipe.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Icebox Cake
Serve milk and cookies at the same time! It's a quintessential American combo for an American holiday. Stacked high with whipped cream, it looks impressive enough for a big feast, too.
Nutella-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
Another way to upgrade your basic chocolate chip cookies for the holidays is to stuff them with gooey Nutella. Serve them warm with a tall glass of cold milk and call it a night.
Chocolate Raspberry Cake
Looking for a showstopper? This is it! Rich chocolate cake and silky chocolate buttercream are paired with sweet-tart raspberries for an elegant dessert. Add some pistachios for added color and crunch.
Get the Chocolate Raspberry Cake recipe.
Possum Pie
Picture this: a crust like pecan sandies filled with a layer of sweetened cream cheese and then another layer of chocolate pudding. Oh, and then another layer of whipped cream. Now that's something worthy of Thanksgiving.
Get the Possum Pie recipe.
Chocolate Lava Cake
Bring a restaurant-quality dessert to your guests with individual lava cakes. They're actually quite easy to make! They come to life in ramekins and take just 15 minutes to whip together.
Get the Chocolate Lava Cake recipe.
Oreo Brownies
On an indulgent day like Thanksgiving, you don't have to choose between cookies or brownies. Simply put the cookies in the brownies for an ultra rich and fudgy bite.
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Chocolate Bundt Cake
Get a double dose of chocolate by making a rich chocolate cake and pouring a decadent chocolate ganache glaze over the top. Sprinkles optional, but like, why not?
Get the Chocolate Bundt Cake recipe.
Chocolate Eclairs
Your guests will be so impressed that you made these tasty classic French pastries from scratch! They'll never know that you used a filling hack to make them easier.
Get the Chocolate Eclairs recipe.
Chocolate Meringue Pie
A swirly mound of toasted meringue makes this simple chocolate pie feel even more festive. And there's no better time to be festive than on a special occasion like Thanksgiving.
Get the Chocolate Meringue Pie recipe.
Brownie Pie
Can't decide between pie and brownies? Make both at the same time! The fudgy brownie filling and flaky pie crust are a match made in heaven.
Get the Brownie Pie recipe.
Mocha Cupcakes
Cocoa powder is the key to making these cupcakes chocolaty. Then, instant espresso powder and coffee extract are used for the fluffy frosting to give it a nice jolt of added flavor.
Get Ree's Mocha Cupcakes recipe.
Chocolate Chess Pie
A classic Southern chess pie has a custard base, but we decided to take it one step further by adding chocolate to the recipe. It gets rich and fudgy just like brownies.
Get the Chocolate Chess Pie recipe.
German Chocolate Cake
This classic chocolate cake has a creamy, dreamy coconut pecan filling that screams comfort food. Save some whole pecans to decorate the top of the cake and let your guests know what's coming.
Get the German Chocolate Cake recipe.
Chocolate Trifle
This big trifle layered with crushed Oreos, silky chocolate pudding, crumbled brownies, and whipped cream cheese is just as impressive as the Thanksgiving turkey. It can sit front and center on your holiday dessert spread.
Get the Chocolate Trifle recipe.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are a classic for a reason, but add some pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice and you'll have a treat that's perfect for Thanksgiving.
Chocolate Pecan Pie
Give your pecan pie a chocolate upgrade by adding both cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips. It's fudgy without being cloyingly sweet.
Get the Chocolate Pecan Pie recipe.
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