Thanksgiving Desserts Delivered: 2026 Pie Guide
Posted by SendaMeal.com on Nov 4th 2026
Quick answer: The most popular Thanksgiving desserts are pumpkin pie, cheesecake, apple pie, pecan pie and chocolate pie. If you would rather skip the baking this year, SendaMeal.com ships bakery-made Thanksgiving desserts frozen to the 48 contiguous states, including a classic Pumpkin Pie, a Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie, the Wall Street Journal's #1 Apple Pie and full-size cheesecakes. Most just need to thaw. Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Dessert is the one course nobody wants to skip, and it is often the one that gets squeezed out of the oven schedule while the turkey takes over. Below you will find the Thanksgiving desserts Americans actually want, a side-by-side table with servings and prices, how many pies to buy for your crowd, and when to order so everything arrives in time.
What are the most popular Thanksgiving desserts?
Pumpkin pie is still the clear favorite. It was the top-searched Thanksgiving pie in Google's 2025 search data (Google Trends), leading in 29 states, ahead of apple, chocolate, pecan and sweet potato pie (Time Out). Delivery orders tell a similar story: DoorDash ranked pumpkin pie as America's most-ordered Thanksgiving dessert, with cheesecake in second place, followed by apple, chocolate and pecan pie (DoorDash).
Here is how those favorites line up with desserts you can order from our desserts collection:
- Pumpkin pie: Pumpkin Pie, a 9-inch pie with spiced pumpkin custard.
- Cheesecake: Turtle Cheesecake, New York Cheesecake or Crème Brûlée Cheesecake.
- Apple pie: Apple Pie or Caramel Apple Pie, both baked in the included brown paper bag.
- Chocolate pie: Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie, which covers chocolate and pecan fans in one pie.
- Pecan pie: the same pie, or single-serve Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Tarts for smaller tables.
Thanksgiving desserts delivered: compare your options
Prices below were listed on SendaMeal.com on November 4, 2026 and may change. Shipping is calculated at checkout. Serving counts use the conservative number from each product page.
| Dessert | Size | Serves | Prep | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkin Pie | 9-inch pie | 6–8 | Fully baked; thaw and serve | $39.95 |
| Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie | 8-inch, 24 oz. | 6–8 | Fully baked; thaw and serve | $39.95 |
| Apple Pie | 3 lbs. | Up to 8 | Bake in the included paper bag | $44.95 |
| Caramel Apple Pie | 8-inch, 3 lbs. | 6–8 | Bake in the included paper bag | $44.95 |
| Holiday Pie Duo | 9-inch pumpkin + 8-inch apple | Two pies | Thaw pumpkin; bake apple | $79.95 |
| Four-Berry Pie | 9-inch pie | 6–8 | See product page | $39.95 |
| Praline Pumpkin Cake | 10-inch cake | 10 | Thaw and serve | $64.95 |
| Pumpkin Swirl Cake | Two cake rolls | See product page | About a 30-minute thaw | $34.95 |
| Turtle Cheesecake | Whole cheesecake | 12 | Thaw and serve | $72.95 |
| New York Cheesecake | 30 oz. | 8 | Thaw in the refrigerator | $44.95 |
| Holiday Dessert Favorites | Three desserts | 26–32 total | Thaw or heat, then serve | $124.95 |
| Cherry Crisp | Whole crisp | 8 | Warm in the oven | $44.95 |
Always check the product page before you order, since sizes, options and preparation steps can change.
Best Thanksgiving pies to order
Pumpkin pie
Our Pumpkin Pie is a 9-inch pie with a flaky crust and a custard made with real pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and a touch of clove. It arrives fully baked, so you thaw it in the refrigerator and serve it chilled. Add whipped cream and you are done.
Pecan and chocolate pie
The Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie uses toasted Southern Georgia pecans and semi-sweet chocolate in a buttery crust with a hint of bourbon. It is a good pick if your family splits between pecan and chocolate. For a smaller table, the individual Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Tart starts at $9.95.
Apple pie
The Apple Pie was voted #1 by the Wall Street Journal. It bakes in the brown paper bag that comes with it, which keeps the filling moist and gives the top crust a rustic, broken finish. The Caramel Apple Pie adds a creamy caramel topping and a sugar-cookie style crust. Both need oven time, so plan around the turkey or bake them the day before.
Can't pick one?
The Holiday Pie Duo pairs a 9-inch Pumpkin Pie with an 8-inch Apple Pie, the two pies most families argue about. The Individual Fruit Pie Sampler comes with apple, cherry and blueberry mini pies, so everyone gets their own.
Thanksgiving desserts that aren't pie
Not everyone wants pie, and cheesecake is now the second most-ordered Thanksgiving dessert on DoorDash. These options round out a dessert table:
- Cheesecake: the Turtle Cheesecake serves 12, and the 10-inch Bananas Foster Cheesecake comes pre-sliced into 12 pieces.
- Pumpkin, but not pie: the Praline Pumpkin Cake with maple sugar glaze, cinnamon streusel and pecans, or Pumpkin Tea Cakes in an 8-pack or 16-pack that thaw in 15 to 20 minutes.
- Warm and homestyle: Cherry Crisp made with Door County cherries, Apple Dumplings with caramel sauce, or Chocolate Bread Pudding.
- For the kids' table: individually wrapped Pumpkin Frosted Cookies in packs of 9 or 18.
- For a crowd: Holiday Dessert Favorites bundles a Caramel Apple Pie, British Sticky Toffee Pudding and a 10-inch Cognac Pumpkin Cheesecake.
How many Thanksgiving desserts do I need?
A simple rule: plan on one whole pie or cake for every 6 to 8 guests, then add one extra so people can try two kinds. Most guests take a smaller slice of each when there is a choice.
- 4 to 6 guests: one pie plus a small extra, like the Pumpkin Pie and a few pecan tarts.
- 8 to 12 guests: two desserts, such as the Holiday Pie Duo, or one pie and one cheesecake.
- 15 or more guests: three or more desserts. The Holiday Dessert Favorites bundle or a pie plus the Turtle Cheesecake covers a big table.
When should I order Thanksgiving desserts?
Order early and let the freezer do the work. Thanksgiving desserts from SendaMeal.com arrive frozen, packed with dry ice in insulated packaging, so they can wait in your freezer until you need them. We suggest choosing a delivery date during the week of November 16 so you are not counting on the busiest shipping days.
- Standard shipping: you can pick any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday at least 6 days after you order. Based on that schedule, a Standard delivery on Wednesday, November 25 needs to be ordered by Thursday, November 19.
- Overnight shipping: order by 9 AM Central time Monday through Thursday and your order can ship that day and arrive the next day. The total updates at checkout before you pay.
- No holiday deliveries: delivery is not available on Thanksgiving Day or the day after.
Delivery dates are estimates, not guarantees. See our delivery dates and shipping schedule for the current calendar, and items labeled Quick Ship for faster options.
How to thaw, store and serve Thanksgiving pies
- Keep frozen until you need it. Move pies and cakes to the freezer when the box arrives.
- Follow the instructions in the box. Fully baked pies like pumpkin and pecan thaw in the refrigerator. Apple pies, apple dumplings and the cherry crisp go in the oven. Our How It Works page explains what comes with every order.
- Refrigerate leftovers within two hours. The FDA specifically calls out pumpkin pie as a food that should go back in the refrigerator within two hours (FDA).
Send Thanksgiving desserts as a gift
A pie on the doorstep is an easy way to show up for someone who cannot make it home this year, a host who is cooking for everyone, or a family that just had a rough fall. Enter the recipient's address at checkout, add a gift message, and pick a delivery date. Every order is a one-time purchase with no subscription required. Browse more ideas in our gift shop or gift baskets.
Complete the Thanksgiving table
If dessert is covered, the rest of the meal can be too. Start with a Holiday Turkey Dinner or browse the full Thanksgiving collection, then fill in with side dishes like Sweet Potato Casserole. For planning help, read our guides to Thanksgiving dinner delivery, Thanksgiving side dishes and Thanksgiving turkey and ham prices.
Thanksgiving desserts FAQ
What is the most popular Thanksgiving dessert?
Pumpkin pie. It was the most-searched Thanksgiving pie in 29 states in Google's 2025 data and the most-ordered Thanksgiving dessert on DoorDash. Cheesecake, apple pie, chocolate pie and pecan pie follow.
Can I order Thanksgiving desserts online and have them delivered?
Yes. SendaMeal.com ships Thanksgiving desserts frozen to the 48 contiguous United States. You choose the delivery date at checkout.
Do the pies arrive baked?
Most do. The Pumpkin Pie and Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie arrive fully baked and only need to thaw. The Apple Pie and Caramel Apple Pie bake in the included brown paper bag. Each product page lists its preparation steps.
How far ahead can I order Thanksgiving pies?
You can order now. The desserts arrive frozen and can stay in your freezer until Thanksgiving week. For Standard delivery, choose a date at least 6 days after you order.
How many pies do I need for 12 people?
Plan on two whole pies or one pie and one cheesecake for 12 guests. Most 8- and 9-inch pies serve 6 to 8.