3 Dinner And Dessert Pairing Ideas For Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a great holiday to celebrate with friends and family. It’s an opportunity to eat tons of delicious food. It’s also the perfect time to take it up a notch and eat dessert. There are many delightful dessert ideas for Thanksgiving dinner that pair well with dinner-time dishes. This Thanksgiving, let your taste buds be thankful for this great dinner and dessert pairing ideas that will make even the pickiest eater happy.
1. Turkey and pecan pie
Roast turkey
The roast turkey is the traditional main course for Thanksgiving dinners. This classic dish is made by marinating turkey in a mixture of spices, herbs, and butter. You can serve this smoky and charred roast with a bed of roasted or tossed vegetables and mashed creamy potatoes. If you enjoy experimenting, you can infuse the dish with wine and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and more.
Pecan pie bars
Pecan pie is often associated with Thanksgiving. Pecan pie bars would be an excellent addition to the traditional Thanksgiving spread. Make-ahead desserts like these pecan pie bars are a blessing on a busy day like Thanksgiving. It has all the flavor of a traditional pecan pie but as a bar, which is much easier than crimping a crust. The smaller, 2-inch square bars might be just what you need after stuffing your face with turkey and all the fixings.
2. Ham and apple tart
Maple-bourbon glazed ham
The bourbon, brown sugar, and a touch of maple syrup help elevate this maple bourbon glazed grilled ham. This maple-bourbon glazed ham dish is simple to make, with a five-ingredient glaze made from ingredients you probably already have on hand. The glaze forms a sweet, crunchy, and sticky crust on the salty, juicy ham—everything you want in a memorable holiday ham.
Apple roses tartlets with salted caramel
Apple tartlets with salted caramel are not only delicious but also visually appealing and are perfect with ham! Arrange thin apple slices in a rose shape and drizzle them with a delicious, sharp salted caramel sauce. The apple tart’s crust is not overly sweet. It’s lightly flavored with vanilla and almond extract and bakes up perfectly flaky – similar to shortbread. Before piling on the apples, bake the crusts until crispy and golden.
3. Pork and crème brûlée
Glazed pork loin with mango cranberry sauce
If you’re looking for an elegant dinner to serve over the holidays that isn’t your typical turkey or ham, this glazed pork loin with mango cranberry sauce is ideal. You’ll love this dish because of the tangy-flavored mango glaze that caramelizes and coats the pork. Also, the incredible mango cranberry sauce adds a fun twist to traditional cranberry sauce. It’s considerably simple to make.
Crème brûlée with cardamom roasted blackberries
Crème brûlée with cardamom roasted blackberries is a delectable take on a traditional dessert and pairs well with pork. For an incredible depth of flavor, you can top a classical crème brûlée with a sauce made from roasted blackberries, vanilla beans, and cardamom. Making crème brûlée is similar to making custard, so you must bake them in a water bath to avoid cracking while baking. To make roasted berries, toss them with sugar and any other flavorings you desire.
