With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I wanted to round up some of my absolute favorite recipes to make for the occasion. From beverages, side dishes, desserts, and more! These are some of my go-to recipes every year!
Cinnamon Chocolate Covered Stuffed Dates
These dates are loaded with cinnamon spice flavors. Made with only 5 ingredients, these are the perfect quick and easy bite-sized snack to whip up to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These healthy oatmeal cookies are gluten free, using a combination of oats and almond flour as the base. Sweetened with maple syrup instead of refined sugar, they are a dessert that you might just find yourself eating for breakfast!
The unFIGettable Martini (Fig Vodka Cocktail)
This UnFIGettable Martini is the perfect drink to cozy up to this winter. Made with fig vodka, vanilla bean vodka, cointreau, fig puree, and lemon juice it’s refreshing, warming, and so delightful.
Vegan Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Corn
This roasted butternut squash soup is filled with delectable roasted veggies for a powerful flavor profile and a perfectly creamy texture. This soup screams fall comfort food!
Healthy Carrot Fries
A healthy alternative to french fries, these carrot fries are the perfect side to compliment your dinner. Pairs well with any type of burger! A blend of spices takes these carrots from zero to hero and as an added bonus they are so easy to make.
Peppadew Poppers
The easiest appetizer that’s savory and a little bit sweet. Made with 4 ingredients, it only takes 5 minutes to make this delicious appetizer that all your friends and family will be “popping” into their mouths! The perfect bite-sized snack that’s stuffed with mozzarella cheese and drizzled with a balsamic reduction.
Healthier Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
A healthier and simple recipe for cinnamon rolls with one special ingredient…pumpkin!
Savory and Sweet Pumpkin Butter Toast
A fully loaded, fall-inspired toast topped with pumpkin butter, gouda cheese, sauteed apples, and toasted pecans for a perfectly savory and sweet combination.
Giant Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookie
Who’s ready to indulge in this giant chocolate chunk skillet cookie? This cookie is giant for a few reasons: 1. It’s loaded with huge chocolate chunks and 2. It’s made in a big ole 12-inch cast iron skillet! Double the chocolate and double the size equals quadruple the fun, right?
Lemon Ricotta Muffins with a Lemon Thyme Butter Drizzle
Light and fluffy muffins that are both savory and a little bit sweet. Lemon ricotta muffins are so versatile, they can be a great breakfast, dinner side, or delicious dessert!
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
Hello soup season! Roasted tomatoes, red peppers, onion, and garlic come together with some coconut milk, goat cheese, and spices for a creamy and delicious soup recipe perfect for fall and winter.
Crusty Cheesy Garlic Bread
Looking for the perfect slice of bread to serve along with your favorite soup? This recipe toasts up a baguette of French bread for the perfect crusty, cheesy, and garlic-y combination.
Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
A lighter take on the classic spinach and artichoke dip but stuffed in a giant portobello mushroom and baked in the oven for ooey gooey goodness!
One Pot Beanless Pumpkin Chili
A beanless pumpkin chili made with lean ground beef and tons of spices for the perfect comfort food dish.
Savory Tahini Banana Bread
Did you let your bananas go brown again? If you have over ripe bananas you absolutely have to make this savory tahini banana bread! It’s gluten-free, refined sugar-free and incredibly delicious.
Pumpkin Olive Oil Cake
A delicious and easy single layer cake that is full of fall flavors!
Healthy Pumpkin Turkey Chili
Who says pumpkin is only for the fall season? This healthy pumpkin turkey chili is great for fall and winter! Made with canned pumpkin, ground turkey, two types of beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes, this healthy chili is super flavorful. Bonus it’s made in only one pot and can be yours in only 30 minutes!
Pumpkin Nice Cream
A plant-based, vegan ice cream made with only 6 ingredients in 5 minutes!
Spiked Hot Apple Cider (Wassail)
A warming spiced and spiked apple cider beverage perfect for warming you up in the cold weather!
Classic Pumpkin Bread Recipe
A super classic recipe for Pumpkin Bread. Perfect for the fall season!
Crispy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts
Crispy, crunchy, and cheesy roasted brussel sprouts, the perfect side dish for any occasion.
Gluten Free Wild Rice Stuffing
This wild rice stuffing is a perfect alternative to traditional Thanksgiving stuffings. If you’re cooking for gluten-free and vegan diets, try this ultimate savory rice stuffing this fall!
Carrot Cake & Banana Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot cake muffins loaded with gooey bananas, coconut shreds, and walnut pieces for a healthy breakfast treat or after dinner dessert! Make these super moist and delicious muffins that everyone will love.
Easy Zucchini Bread Recipe
An easy zucchini quick bread recipe that is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack!
Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Oatmeal raisin cookies kicked up a notch with pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for the perfect fall treat!
Easy Baklava Recipe
A simple and easy baklava recipe made with only a handful of ingredients and pre-made phyllo dough.
Dippy Chippy Squares (7 Layer Magic Cookie Bars)
A seven layer cookie bar that’s both chewy and gooey? Look no further than this dippy chippy squares recipe! Layered with all the goodies, it’s not the healthiest option nutritionally speaking but it’s a great treat to indulge with every once and a while!
Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Turkey
Traditional shepherd’s pie is made with ground beef, this recipe with ground turkey gives this notoriously heavy dish a lighter feel!
Cranberry Orange Gin Mule
This cranberry orange gin mule is a twist on the classic Moscow Mule. Made with gin instead of vodka and combined with refreshing cranberry juice and orange seltzer water, it's the perfect drink all year long!
Cannoli Dip with Homemade Cinnamon & Sugar Pita Chips
Creamy and soft cheese with mini dark chocolate chips, this dip has all of the wonderful flavors of a classic Italian cannoli but made at home! Make this sweet treat for your next gathering - it’s the perfect party snack!
Brown Sugar Boiled Carrots
Sometimes we all need a little side dish inspiration! If you’re looking for a simple and easy side dish these brown sugar boiled carrots are just that!
Crispy Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
Crispy panko and cheesy parmesan top a deliciously roasted asparagus for the perfect side dish.
Green Bean & Parmesan Salad
Need a quick, healthy, and tasty side dish to bring to a gathering? This green bean parmesan salad is super simple to make and doesn’t require any reheating. Made with only 6 ingredients, it’s the perfect side to accompany any dinner!
Gluten Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Crispy and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies that are completely gluten-free! These cookies are large and in charge, sure to be a new family favorite.
Gluten Free Peanut Butter Blondies
Blondies but with creamy peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, crushed peanuts and NO refined sugar! A peanut butter lovers dream all while being completely gluten-free.
Whipped Feta Dip with Air Fried Pita Chips
A creamy, zesty, and boldly flavorful whipped feta dip that is ready in just five minutes!
Edamame Hummus Dip
Creamy and smooth edamame hummus made from edamame beans and tahini that is delicious, gluten free, vegan, and nut free! Give this simple snack, appetizer, or spread recipe a try any day as it takes less than 10 minutes to make!
The Ultimate Cheeseball
The most savory and delicious appetizer that takes less than 15 minutes to make. Two types of cheeses rolled together with some scallions or chives, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts. Make this for your next gathering, it’s always a HUGE crowd pleaser!
Whipped Goat Cheese & Beet Dip
The earthy flavors of roasted red beets paired with the tangy flavors of goat cheese and greek yogurt combine to make a delicious light and colorful whipped dip that’s perfect for snacking on with some chips!
Goat Cheese, Pistachio & Fig Toasties
This goat cheese, pistachio, and fig glaze toastie may seem fancy, but it’s actually super easy to make! With only four ingredients and five minutes you can whip up this delectable toast for lunch or as a party appetizer!
