These 17 Egg-Free Thanksgiving Desserts Might Just Outshine the Pie

If pie isn’t your thing—or you just want to serve something different this year—these 17 Egg-Free Thanksgiving Desserts are here to steal the show. After more than a decade of egg-free baking, I’ve learned that festive desserts don’t need eggs to feel indulgent or impressive. From cozy cakes and creamy cheesecakes to frutty bars, every recipe has been tested until perfect using simple, everyday ingredients because dessert should be about joy, not stress (or pie crusts!).

Every Thanksgiving, there’s always that one question: What’s for dessert? And while pie is the classic answer, it’s not everyone’s favorite—especially if you’re juggling food allergies or just don’t have time to deal with dough, chilling, and blind baking. I’ve been there.

As an allergy mom, I wanted desserts that everyone could enjoy—without eggs, without fuss, and without missing out on that “wow” moment at the table. So I gathered 17 of my tried-and-true egg-free recipes that deliver all the cozy, festive flavor of Thanksgiving… just without the pie drama.

These are the treats I reach for when I want something that feels special yet stress-free. Whether you’re serving the traditional Eggless Pumpkin Pie or Eggless Pecan Pie and need an extra option, or skipping it altogether, these desserts will make sure everyone ends the meal with a smile (and seconds).