Over the years I’ve created hundreds of gluten-free dessert recipes, but when it comes to the holidays, I take dessert especially seriously.
To make your gluten-free Thanksgiving meal planning easier, I’ve rounded up all of my long-time reader and family favorite dessert recipes that are perfect for the holiday. I hope you find a dessert to try this Thanksgiving!
Apple and pumpkin, cakes and pies, I have so many gluten-free fall recipes that fit perfectly on the Thanksgiving dessert table. I love how simple yet elegant my gluten-free pumpkin Bundt cake and gluten-free apple galette are for the holidays. They’re both beginner-friendly recipes anyone can feel confident making!
In my opinion, when it comes to pies and cheesecakes, you really can’t go wrong with any flavor! From classics like this gluten-free cheesecake (with a walnut-brown sugar crust!) to unique treats like this gluten-free, dairy-free chocolate angel pie that tastes like a chocolate truffle, there’s something for everybody!
I have plenty of pie crust recipes too! After 12+ years of blogging, I’ve finally nailed down my go-to gluten-free pie crust. I include all my best tricks for the perfect crust, like baking it in a metal pie plate on a pizza steel for a golden bottom!
Plus, I have easy, cookie crusts like this gluten-free graham cracker crust and gluten-free Oreo pie crust so there are options for all your favorite fillings!
If you’re taking part in multiple Thanksgiving meals, it’s also nice to switch things up with a new recipe! This flourless chocolate torte looks gourmet while being easy to make (and it’s naturally gluten-free). My favorite way to serve it is topped with a drizzle of raspberry coulis.
This list wouldn’t be complete without including my #1 Thanksgiving recipe! With dozens of 5-star reviews, my gluten-free crustless pumpkin pie cupcakes are a guaranteed hit for the holidays. And they’re even dairy-free! Lately I’ve been baking them in a silicone muffin pan to avoid sticking, but using quality cupcake liners work too!
Perfect Gluten-Free Pumpkin Roll (Dairy-Free Option)
Perfect Gluten-Free Pumpkin Roll! Moist spiced cake with a cream cheese filling. Easily made dairy-free!
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Gluten-Free Apple Pie (Homemade Crust!)
This gluten-free apple pie has a flaky, homemade pie crust and sweet-spiced apple filling! Pre-cooking the apple pie filling ensures a crisp bottom crust and a thick, saucy center.
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie (with Homemade Crust)
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie! A crowd-pleasing holiday favorite made from scratch with a flaky gluten-free pie crust. Thanksgiving isn’t complete without it!
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The Best Gluten-Free Pecan Pie
With a trusted homemade gluten-free crust and sweet caramelly filling, this gluten-free pecan pie is THE pie you should make for Thanksgiving or Christmas!
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Chewy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
Want a gluten-free pumpkin cookie that is CHEWY rather than cakey? You're in the right place!My #1 tip — pat the pumpkin puree dry to remove extra moisture to ensure chewy cookies. Plus these cookies have rich brown butter and pumpkin spice for amazing flavor!
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Gluten-Free Crustless Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes (Dairy-Free)
A cross between pumpkin pie and a cupcake, these custardy desserts are easy and delicious! They're the perfect thing to make if you haven't mastered making a gluten-free pie crust!
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake! NOBODY will guess this is gluten-free! Lightly spiced, creamy and totally luxurious. The perfect crowd-pleasing holiday dessert!
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake
With a brownie-like cake layer and cream-cheese-based mousse, this rich gluten-free chocolate mousse cake a chocolate lover's dream.
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Bundt Cake
This gluten-free chocolate bundt cake is every chocolate lovers dream! Moist, fudgy cake, chocolate ganache, and mini chocolate chips = deliciously intense chocolate flavor!
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Gluten-Free Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake
Moist date cakes covered in a decadent, buttery toffee sauce. A show-stopping (but easy!) holiday dessert everyone will love.My top tip is to use the highest quality ingredients, including Medjool dates and vanilla bean paste.
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Dairy-Free Banana Cream Pie {Gluten-Free}
Dairy-Free Banana Cream Pie! Made with REAL dairy-free vanilla pudding. You won't believe that this banana pie is dairy free AND gluten free! It's easily made gluten-free using gluten-free pie crust.
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Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Pudding Pretzel Pie
Gluten-Free VEGAN chocolate pudding pretzel pie! It's rich, creamy, and decadent. Nobody will guess this amazing dessert is dairy-free!
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Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Meringue
If you’re looking for a show-stopper gluten-free holiday dessert, look no further! This homemade sweet potato pie has a nutty cookie crust, sweet potato custard and a pillowy marshmallow meringue.
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Pumpkin Creme Brûlée (Easy Make-Ahead!)
Pumpkin creme brûlée is the perfect decadent fall dessert! Plus it’s naturally gluten-free and you can make it in advance!
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Dairy-Free Coconut Cream Pie (REAL DEAL!)
This dairy-free coconut cream pie is made with a REAL-DEAL dairy-free custard that's thickened with coconut milk and egg yolks. Add bits of coconut, flaky pie crust and a mound of dairy-free whipped topping and you'll be in dessert heaven.
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Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Pie
This gluten-free peanut butter pie has a smooth, creamy cream cheese-based peanut butter filling and an easy, gluten-free Oreo crust.
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Baked Gluten-Free Vanilla Bean Cheesecake
The BEST Gluten-Free Cheesecake you'll ever try! The texture is smooth, rich, and creamy. It's served over an easy, gluten-free walnut brown sugar crust.
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bundt Cake
Full of fall spices, this gluten-free pumpkin cake is everything you love about fall! A combination of oil/shortening makes for the most perfect crumb.
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Gluten-Free Apple Cake (BEST EVER!)
This is the BEST apple cake I’ve ever made! One bite and you’ll see that the fresh, thinly sliced apples, spiced crumble topping, and vanilla glaze make it truly exceptional.
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Gluten-Free Almond Apple Crisp
This gluten-free apple crisp has soft, cinnamon-glazed apples and a buttery cinnamon oatmeal topping! Adding some nuts to the crisp topping helps it bake up golden brown and crispy!
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Easy Gluten-Free Apple Crumble
This gluten-free apple crumble is a fall essential! It’s full of tart, tender apple filling, warm spices, and a buttery, crisp topping. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the easiest, most comforting fall dessert!
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars
These gluten-free pumpkin bars feature a soft, spiced pumpkin sheet cake topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting. They make the perfect gluten-free fall dessert!
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Best Gluten-Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake
This gluten-free pineapple upside-down cake has a buttery, caramelized brown sugar pineapple/cherry topping with the most, tender delicious gluten-free white cake underneath.
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Gluten-Free Buttermilk Pie (Easy Old-Fashioned!)
This old-fashioned gluten-free buttermilk pie is sweet, custardy and baked in a buttery and flaky gluten-free crust!It’s a Southern family recipe that will make you famous at Thanksgiving gatherings.
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Gluten-Free Apple Galette
This gluten-free apple galette is made with my favorite flaky, buttery gluten-free sour cream pie crust. It's so much easier than traditional apple pie!
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Gluten-Free Cherry Pie
This gluten-free cherry pie has it all! A flaky, crisp bottom, a thick and juicy cherry filling, and a picture-perfect golden lattice top.
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Caramel Tart
This gluten-free chocolate caramel tart is decadent and indulgent, with layers of chocolate shortbread, caramel, and ganache! It's the perfect dessert for special occasions or dinner parties!
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, fluffy gluten-free pumpkin cookies are a classic for a reason! They're perfectly pumpkin-y, lightly spiced and loaded with chocolate chips. These are some of my all-time favorite cookies!
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
These gluten-free pumpkin whoopie pies are made with a thick cream cheese frosting sandwiched between two moist, spiced pumpkin cookies. It's a fall dessert dream!
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The Best Flourless Chocolate Torte
This flourless chocolate torte is EASY-to-make and perfect for so many occasions!Move over flourless chocolate cake! This chocolate torte is where it's at. It has a fudgy chocolate cake, with a delicious meringue-like crackled top!
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Gluten-Free Baked Apples
These warm, juicy baked apples are filled with brown sugar pecan filling, then topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce. It's the perfect EASY fall dessert!
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Pumpkin Rice Pudding
This pumpkin rice pudding is creamy and lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. It makes a cozy and comforting fall or holiday dessert! This recipe is naturally gluten-free and easy to make in advance. It’s perfect for any gathering.
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Pie
This gluten-free chocolate pie is a long-time FAMILY FAVORITE! It features the best homemade chocolate pudding and a (secret ingredient) cream cheese whipped cream topping.
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Chocolate Angel Pie {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free}
Truffle-like chocolate mousse, delicate meringue crust, and a pillow of whipped cream! This chocolate angel pie is light, rich, and tastes like heaven!
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Thanksgiving Fruit Salad
This Thanksgiving Fruit Salad is the perfect fruit side dish for thanksgiving. It's a fluffy, creamy, crowd-pleaser that's welcomed at any holiday meal.Looking for a fruit side dish for the big feast? You're in the right place! This fruit salad is EASY-to-make from scratch with no Jell-O or Cool-Whip in sight. It's my kids favorite part of Thanksgiving!
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Gluten-Free Raspberry Pretzel Salad
Gluten-Free raspberry pretzel salad is the PERFECT sweet and salty combo! Made with a crispy pretzel crust, whipped cream cheese, and raspberry Jell-O, it's the best upgrade to a retro Jell-O dessert!
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Gluten-Free Tiramisu
An elegant no-bake dessert with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, silky mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa powder. It's light, creamy, and easy to make-ahead—perfect for entertaining!
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Perfect Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cupcakes
These MOIST gluten-free pumpkin cupcakes are bursting with pumpkin spice flavor and amazing CREAM CHEESE frosting! The light, tender crumb will make these your new fall favorite!
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Easy, Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip
This pumpkin cheesecake dip always a crowd-pleaser! It comes together in 10 minutes and is an easy make-ahead dessert for holidays or parties!We love serving this with graham crackers, cookies and apple slices. I hope you love it too!
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Easy, Gluten-Free Applesauce Cake
My gluten-free applesauce cake is the absolute EASIEST gluten-free fall dessert! It is light and moist with an AMAZING texture. Cinnamon and nutmeg give the cake a subtle spice.
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