Thanksgiving is normally known for big dinners and tons of sides (hello mashed potatoes and sausage stuffing), but I’m here to tell you not to skip the fun Thanksgiving snacks and desserts! Halloween and Christmas don’t get to have all the fun! There are so fun Thanksgiving snacks you can make that are also cute so print out a couple of these simple recipes and get to making your Thanksgiving time the most fun it can be! I’ve included a ton of different fun snacks below to choose from but if you need ideas of ways to use these, you can use them as easy Thanksgiving appetizers, add them to Thanksgiving place settings, or of course add them to a Thanksgiving dessert menu! They’d also be fun to make for classroom parties or Thanksgiving feasts! Let kids work on these Thanksgiving placemats or these Thanksgiving coloring pages then finish off the big day with one of these cute Thanksgiving snacks!
Adorable Turkey Snacks
Let’s kick this list off with a Thanksgiving stable- turkey! You’ll find a variety of turkey treats that everyone will love to look at and eat! These easy snack ideas can be served throughout your meal, making them the perfect addition to your holiday table.
Turkey vegetable Trays
Next on the list, you’ll find some adorable sharable turkey trays that everyone will love. A holiday twist on the traditional veggie tray with something yummy for everyone. These will surely be the talk of your Thanksgiving celebration.
Pumpkin Pie Snacks
Here’s my philosophy: a little bit of dessert before dinner never hurt anyone. So technically, this portion of the list may be a little dessert-focused, but I think it’s important to warm up all your taste buds, including the sweet tooth.
Table Centerpiece and Place Settings
Looking for a focal point to wow your guests while the turkey finishes up in the oven? I found a few of my favorites that are easy to make but will get you plenty of compliments.
Colonial Inspired Snacks
These snacks are perfect for celebrating and remembering the first Thanksgiving! Think fun ways to remember the pilgrims, The Mayflower, and the first Thanksgiving feast!
Fall Themed Cute Thanksgiving Snacks
Bring the fall season into your Thanksgiving dinner menu with these cute snacks inspired by fall flavors and colors! These would make great additions to your main event! Hopefully at least one of these fun snacks can help with your Thanksgiving prep! Pick a few to add to your Thanksgiving menu along with your favorite desserts like pumpkin crunch cake and homemade apple pie!
More Thanksgiving Ideas
And if you need more ideas, here are some of other fun ways to make Thanksgiving a little more special this year!
Thanksgiving games – pick one of these fun Thanksgiving family games to enjoy together before or after dinner!Thanksgiving trivia – print out these Thanksgiving trivia questions for people to ask each other during dinner (or after). Printable Thanksgiving placemats – add these to the kids’ table to give them something fun to do while waiting for their food or for when they’re done! Thanksgiving would you rather – this fun set of questions will have people deciding whether they’d do a turkey trot or eat a whole plate of turkey! Fun for kids and adults!Gratitude game – one of the best ways to get people talking about things they’re grateful for!
