10 Must-Have Thanksgiving Desserts

3. Pecan Pie

A classic dessert and a family favorite, pecan pie is always a welcome addition to any Thanksgiving feast. To make the perfect pecan pie, whisk together 1 cup sugar, 1 cup light corn syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 4 eggs. In a separate saucepan, melt ½ cup butter over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Slowly pour the melted butter into the sugar mixture and whisk to combine. Chop 2 cups of pecans and stir them into the pie mixture.

Pour the mixture into a pie crust and line the filling with pecan halves. Bake the pie at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 60 minutes or until the filling is set.