12 Easy Thanksgiving Desserts (Gluten Free & Paleo)

Here are 12 gluten-free, paleo Thanksgiving desserts to try this year. From classic pies to ice cream, cookies, chocolate, and more, there's something here for everyone at your Thanksgiving dinner. These easy holiday dessert recipes are real crowd-pleasers!

Thanksgiving is really all about the side dishes and desserts. And good news, if you're planning a paleo Thanksgiving dinner, there's no need to miss out on either. There are so many refined sugar-free, real food recipes to choose from that are just as good, if not better than, the traditional versions.

So whether you're cooking a full dinner, or making a dish to pass, here are a dozen Thanksgiving dessert options from pumpkin pie to chocolate bark. Cookies, tart, cheesecake, ice cream, and more. All are gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo. Some are vegan or AIP-friendly as well. There's something here to please all of your guests.

Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes

Any of these delicious recipes will make the perfect ending to your holiday meal. Try a few different flavors to give everyone something to love!

Chocolate Pecan Tart - Cook Eat Well

This chocolate pecan tart recipe has become a family favorite and one I make every year because it's so easy. It looks impressive but takes just minutes to put together!

Easy Apple Crisp - Cook Eat Well

This classic dessert is full of the fall flavors of baked apples and warm spices---and the easy crumble topping is made with almond flour and pecans so it's gluten-free. The perfect dessert for apple lovers!

Pumpkin Pie - Cook Eat Well

This classic pumpkin pie it the most requested Thanksgiving dessert every year. Be sure to serve it with coconut whipped cream.

Easy Chocolate Bark Recipe - Cook Eat Well

This is my go-to chocolate bark recipe and it's couldn't be easier. You can change up the toppings, but I love the combination of coconut and pecan with dark chocolate.

Pumpkin Bars - My Natural Family

When you need a pumpkin dessert that's not pie, these pumpkin bars are perfect. Or try these maple walnut bars for a different fall flavor.

Cranberry Pistachio Chocolate Bark - Delicious Meets Healthy

What's Thanksgiving without cranberries? Here's a festive chocolate bark using the seasonal favorite.

Guilt-Free Pecan Pie Cookies - Allergy Free Alaska

I love pecan pie (who doesn't?) and these cute pecan pie cookies are a perfect bite-sized version of the classic.

Pumpkin Bread Pudding - Elana's Pantry

Here's another non-pie variation---pumpkin bread pudding. If you're a fan of warm bread pudding, this recipe is for you!

Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake - Detoxinista

Pumpkin cheesecake is is a classic and this one adds chocolate to take it over the top. And because it's paleo and vegan, it's perfect for entertaining a crowd.

Clean Eating Pumpkin Ice Cream - The Gracious Pantry

And if you just can't get enough pumpkin, try this easy dairy-free pumpkin ice cream.

Maple-Pumpkin Panna Cotta with Gingered Pears - Eat Heal Thrive

Panna cotta is always a show stopper and this one uses all the flavors of fall---maple, ginger, pears, and of course, pumpkin.

Apple Pie Parfaits - Paleo Grubs

These apple pie parfaits are a twist on the classic apple pie without having to bake anything.

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