Looking for friendsgiving desserts that go beyond one big pie? Think pecan bars, little layered cups and cupcakes with the cutest pumpkin toppers.
There’s plenty to choose from here, whether you’re bringing a plate to share or setting up the whole dessert table.
You can keep things simple or go all out. I especially love the leaf-shaped cookies and gold bows on the dessert cups.
Along with the sweets, you’ll find a few serving ideas worth borrowing for your own gathering.
Sweet Ideas for Your Friendsgiving Table
pies with handwritten labels
We’re starting off with a whole spread of pies and tarts. I love the handwritten labels beside each dish and those orange pumpkin decorations at the back.
This table includes savory dishes too, so it isn’t all dessert. Borrow the labeling idea for your sweet selection to help everyone find the pie they want.
apple crisp and ice cream
Who doesn’t love an apple crisp with ice cream on top? The golden crumble covers the sliced apples, with three big scoops melting into the middle.
Bring yours to the table in its serving dish like this. I’d keep extra ice cream nearby for anyone who wants another scoop.
pecan pie bars
If you love pecan pie but want something already portioned, this one is for you. These square bars have a thick pale base and a glossy topping packed with chopped pecans.
Arrange yours in short stacks on a platter to show off those layers.
little cakes with tall swirls
How cute are these little golden-orange cakes? I love the tall white topping and amber drizzle running over the sides.
For a similar presentation, give each mini dessert its own swirl. A pale serving board like this leaves all the attention on the cakes.
chocolate and cookie board
Don’t want to bring one big cake? No problem!
This board is filled with chocolate pieces, rolled wafer cookies, little golden pastries and bowls of sweets.
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The upright wafers are my favorite part. Try putting yours in a small glass, then arrange the other treats in groups around it.
apple topping station
If you want a little activity alongside dessert, save this apple station. Apples on sticks sit above rows of toppings, including colorful sprinkles, chocolate chips and salted peanuts.
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For your own version, you could offer a caramel dip alongside the apples. Keep the toppings labeled like these so guests can choose what they’d like.
pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls
I am obsessed with these pumpkin-shaped rolls. The rounded sections, dark swirls and cinnamon-stick centers are just too cute together.
The glaze follows the curves without hiding their shape. Save this look if you’re making cinnamon rolls for Friendsgiving.
pumpkin-topped cupcakes
These cupcakes may just be one of my favorites here. I love the orange pumpkin candies against the pale frosting, plus those little white and gold-colored sprinkles.
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Try the same decorations on your favorite cupcake recipe. Don’t forget the gold-colored liners if you want to follow this look.
little lattice pies
How adorable are these little pies? The lattice tops make them look like miniature versions of a full-size pie, with glossy golden filling peeking through.
I’d serve them in a single layer rather than a tall stack so you can see all that pretty pastry work.
dessert cups with gold bows
The little bows are such a pretty touch here. Clear cups show off alternating brown crumbs and white cream, with a spoon tied to each one.
If you’re planning individual friendsgiving desserts, borrow this presentation for your favorite layered dessert. Keep the cups clear so those layers stay visible.
cranberry-topped pie
This is such a gorgeous change from an all-brown dessert table. The slice has a deep red filling, a golden pastry top and sugared cranberries sitting along the edge.
I especially love how the sugar catches on the berries. A few sugared cranberries could dress up your own cranberry dessert too.
filled cookie sandwiches
These little sandwiches look so pretty lined up on their sides. You can see the white filling between the golden-brown rounds, with chopped pieces pressed around some of the edges.
Try a narrow lined tray for serving yours. It keeps the rows together without covering up the filling.
donuts and tiered cupcakes
If you are looking for a whole dessert-table idea, then this one is for you. There’s so much to choose from, including cupcakes, cakes, layered cups and two long rows of donuts.
I love the glowing jars between the stands. For a smaller gathering, try one cupcake stand beside a donut board rather than recreating the entire spread.
glazed pecan loaf
Not every dessert needs sprinkles or fancy piping. This golden-brown loaf has a thick tan glaze dripping down the sides, with pecan pieces scattered over the top.
I’d keep the serving board simple like this. The glaze is already doing plenty!
a tower of pies
Calling all pie fans, this display is for you. The tiered stand holds pies with lattice tops, pastry cutouts and red filling showing around the edges.
The “Let them EAT PIE!” sign ties everything together. You could use a smaller version above a few favorite pies for your Friendsgiving table.
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a scalloped pie crust
Sometimes the pie dish deserves a little attention too. I love the blue patterned edge beneath this scalloped crust.
This photo shows orange-tan filling being poured in, rather than a finished pie. If you’re planning a pumpkin pie, a decorative dish like this is a pretty serving option.
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leaf-stenciled brownies
How cute are these brownies? The powdered sugar leaves little dark leaf shapes in the middle of the squares.
Try a food-safe leaf stencil over cooled brownies when dusting yours. You get a fall decoration without covering the whole top in frosting.
sugar-coated donuts
Don’t want to go overboard with the decorations? No problem!
These golden-brown ring donuts have a generous sugar coating and no extra toppings.
Pile yours on a platter or line them up on a board. I’d choose these for a table that already has plenty of frosted treats.
chocolate-dipped leaf cookies
I am obsessed with these leaf cookies. Some are fully coated, some are partly dipped and others have thin chocolate-colored lines across the top.
The orange and white sprinkles are such a cute finishing touch. Mix a few decorating styles on your own batch rather than making every leaf exactly the same.
glazed rolls on a pale board
Last but definitely not least, we’re back to the same pumpkin-shaped rolls shown earlier.
I love the simple serving setup here. A pale rectangular board lets those little pumpkin shapes stand out.
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