Everyone is busy getting ready for the holiday season. We are all preparing for time with family! So, of course, planning the Thanksgiving menu is top of mind for us. Some traditional holiday dishes, and some fresh, new recipes; here are some of our favorite Thanksgiving recipes right now.
#1 Kir Royal
Not only is this champagne-based cocktail delicious, but it is gorgeous as well. We enjoy this Kir Royal cocktail when celebrating a special occasion with friends or family. Add just a little splash of flavor to your bubbly! This cocktail offers color and a nuanced sweetness that is refreshing and delightful.
#2 Caramel Apple Cider Mule
If you are looking for the ultimate fall cocktail, look no further! This caramel apple cider mule is a sweet, festive, and refreshing drink perfect for your fall football parties, Halloween gathering, or Thanksgiving celebration.
#3 Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries
This melted Brie with toasted almonds & cranberries is a favorite holiday appetizer and has been for many years. It is full of flavor, and actually super simple to make. Serve with your favorite holiday cocktail as a festive snack before the main event on Thanksgiving.
#4 Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
We love this prosciutto and cheese-wrapped asparagus appetizer for happy hour with friends and family. It is delicious yet easy to make, not to mention has great visual appeal. This appetizer is easily on our top 10 favorite appetizer list.
#5 Marinated Party Shrimp
This is a fresh, flavorful marinated shrimp appetizer fit for most any occasion or season. It is a unique and special recipe! Perfect as an appetizer before a celebration dinner, like Thanksgiving.
#6 Butt Bun Potato Rolls
These tasty butt bun potato rolls are the perfect addition to any family feast or celebration. These rolls affectionately received their name from my son, who was making them with Grandma. Put the kids to work this Thanksgiving making these yummy potato rolls!
#7 Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Beans
Green bean casserole has been a popular Thanksgiving and Christmas tradition since the 1950s. This recipe elevates the original classic side dish by using fresh ingredients without sacrificing the quintessential comfort food vibe.
#8 Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
This honey balsamic Brussels sprouts recipe yields a savory side dish you will want to try! These yummy vegetables are a family favorite! The addition of the sweet, tangy flavor of balsamic and honey offers a unique spin on typical roasted or sautéed Brussels sprouts.
#9 Pumpkin Pie Squares
For all of those pumpkin pie fans out there, this is a fun recipe to try. Inspired by what would have been our grandmother’s 100th birthday this past September, I was looking through her recipe binder. This was the first recipe I found! I love the textures, spices, and full fall flavors in this pumpkin pie squares recipe.
#10 Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes with Nutella
These mini pumpkin cheesecakes with Nutella have all our favorite seasonal flavors in one tiny dessert. The Nutella is a thin, smooth layer of chocolate hazelnut providing depth of flavor. It is a nice texture transition between the crunchy crust and the soft and light pumpkin cheesecake layers. This recipe is a new favorite for the holiday season.
From special seasonal cocktails to the traditional side dishes and desserts with a modern spin- these recipes are some of our favorite fall recipes that are perfect for Thanksgiving. We hope you find something here that you like too.
XO,
