Move over, pecan pie. We're serving something new at this year's Thanksgiving table. From marzipan pumpkins to peanut butter acorns and tiny tartlets, here are a dozen treats to give your feast a sweet ending. (Hope you saved room after all that turkey.)
You've seen squirrels busily scavenging the yard for the real thing. Ours are made of chocolate and peanut butter with a pretzel stem). And just like those furry critters, we stock up on these treats greedily.
The iconic horn of plenty is reimagined in candy form. An ice cream sugar cone is the trumpetlike basket filled with the bounty of the feast (or, in this case, jelly beans). They're sure to be a big hit at the kids' table; likely grown-ups will think they're precious too.
Nothing says Thanksgiving like pie, but after a plate of turkey, stuffing, sweet potato casserole, and who knows how many sides, who has room for a slice? This bite-size version lets guests get their pecan fix -- with a cranberry bonus.
Made with almonds and hazelnuts and covered with dark chocolate frosting, these cupcakes are worth serving on their own. Add a sleek touch with caramel-dipped hazelnut spikes -- the dinner table will be buzzing when your guests see these!
Doesn't everyone love cheesecake? These miniature versions are made in cupcake tins; the crumb crust is baked and the filling is chilled, so not only are they cute, but they're make-ahead too.
Falling leaves are the inspiration behind these seasonally shaped fried cookies. A dusting of confectioners' sugar is reminiscent of the first snowfall.
Sure these pie dough-cranberry creations can be made with leftovers, but they look and taste so good, you'll want to make these tiny treats for the dessert table.
A gathering of friends and family is as sweet as these pies. And even if they're too full of dinner, guests can still enjoy your baking; pack them a small pastry to take home.
