Hey friends❣️

Things are heating up, Thanksgiving-wise. But as you may know, I never plan my holiday meals too far in advance. I figure a week is plenty of time to obsess over one dinner.

But while I may not know what's on the menu yet, there's one thing we all know ~ oven space is precious on Thanksgiving. So let the bird have it this year ~ here are some of my favorite desserts that don't need it!

​No Bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie​

Pumpkin mousse pie is the BEST no bake Thanksgiving dessert ~ it’s light as air with a zippy gingersnap crumb crust filled with fluffy pumpkin mousse.

Personally I like it better than classic pumpkin pie, the texture is amazing.

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​Queen Elizabeth's Favorite Cake (Chocolate Biscuit Cake)​

Chocolate biscuit cake is back in the news this week ~ this time with Prince William. He loves the no-bake British classic so much he served it at his royal wedding. A pretty good reminder that some of the best desserts never see the inside of an oven.

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​Cranberry Mousse Pie​

Not everybody has the time or oven space for my classic cranberry pie this year, but no one should miss out on that glorious color and famously sweet-tart flavor.

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​Lemon Butter Pie (almost no bake!)

This gorgeous pie is in my top 10 desserts of all time. Jazz it up with sugared cranberries for a Turkey Day dessert they won't forget.

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​No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake​

I've come to love no-bake cheesecakes as much as their oven-baked counterparts. The texture of this one is so silky and the chocolate flavor is rich.

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​Baileys Irish Cream Mousse​

A small glass of light-as-air mousse with a hint of everybody's favorite liqueur is a wonderful way to end any Thanksgiving meal.

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​Pumpkin Ice Cream​

I adore this incredible ice cream ~ it really does taste just like pumpkin pie!

(If you don't have an ice cream machine you can make my No Churn Pumpkin Ice Cream.)

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​Kentucky Vanilla Bean Pudding​

This creamy vanilla bean pudding spiked with a touch of whiskey is an elegant understated way to end the big meal. Serve it in pretty cocktail glasses.

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I'll see you over in the Great Island kitchen, where I'm in full holiday swing. If you've questions just hit reply here, or leave a comment on any post, I try to answer them asap, often within hours!

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My recipes are bold and vibrant, but totally approachable ~ and my philosophy? We should all have the tools to feed ourselves well, and the confidence to cut loose a little in the kitchen. Food should be fun. ~ see you at the table!