Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays.
while aligning with your health goals.
These are some of my seasonal favorites that help round out the big day with something sweet.
Photo: Eric Wolfinger
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This helps the earthiness come through, which we enhance with the nuttiness of browned butter.
The overall effect is a sweet potato pie that’s more complex and a little less sweet.
Eric Wolfinger
Cranberry Clafoutis
One of Colorado chef Eric Skokan’s favorite desserts is this simple French dish.
The sweet, custardy cake is a wonderful foil for tart cranberries.
Cranberry Crumble Bars
These cranberry-orange bars freeze well.
Victor Protasio
Try dipping these handheld crispy treats in whipped cream.
Brown-skinned Bosc pears hold their shape during cooking, but any variety of pears tastes delicious.
Cane syrup, a toasty alternative to corn syrup or molasses, sweetens the pie along with brown sugar.
Serve it for Thanksgiving dessert or after any fall meal.
Riesling Baked Pears
Here’s an elegant yet simple twist on the autumn classic.
Serve this dessert with lightly sweetened ricotta cheese.
Delicious hot, room temperature or chilled.
