American thanksgiving desserts recipes added by professional chefs

Baked Bananas A L'Orange

This is a simple and very delicious way of ending a meal, that will make the family or friends talk about for a long time.

Mrs. Harvey’s White Fruitcake

Let me say right up front - fruitcake gets a bad rap. My theory is that many object to the darker types, with lots of spice and molasses. Or the…

Christmas Jewels (Fruit Cake Cookies)

A munchy spice cookie with loads of nuts. Mixed candied fruit adds the “jewel tones,” moisture and softness.…

Dreamy, Skinny Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

I recently tested this festive, super moist cake on some of my girlfriends. Several of us get together once a…

A Spectacular, Skinny Cranberry Cheesecake Torte

The crimson center of this scrumptious dessert is beautifully set off by the sharp combination of sweet and…

Caramel Pecan Pie

This is the only pecan pie recipe you will ever need. Trust me on this. My pecan-pie-hating friend Jerry sampled it one time, and became a…

Decadent and Skinny Pumpkin Cheesecake

Tired of the same old pumpkin pie year and year? Why not “wow” your guests with this stellar dessert. It’s…

Paul's Pumpkin Bars

Accountant Paul Rainbow was the featured "He Cooks" in a column of the November 1976 Better Homes and Gardens Magazine. His recipe, Paul's Pumpkin…

Apple Crisp – Microwave Quick!

I haven’t found a quicker apple crisp recipe that tastes as good (or better) than oven-baked. Simple prep and fast cooking make this a perfect…

Gingerbread Cupcakes with Cayenne Butter Cream

Stuffed Apples

Poire Belle Hellene

Kahlua Cupcakes

Hummingbird Cake

Chewy Chocolate Raisin Cookies