7 Healthy Thanksgiving Desserts You Can't Help but Love

Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Per serving: 177 calories, 2 g protein, 2 g fiber, 61 mg sodium

Is it really Thanksgiving without apple pie? This lighter version fills a flaky crust made with whole wheat and all-purpose flour with 3 pounds of tart Granny Smith apples, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a squeeze of fresh lemon. There's just 1/3 cup of sugar in the filling, so the apples' natural sweetness shines through.

Total time: 2 hours | Per serving: 208 calories, 1 g protein, 3 g fiber, 103 mg sodium

Serve up a vegan Thanksgiving dessert with a lusciously creamy texture. Classic pumpkin pie is remixed with almond flour for a decadent, gluten-free slice of goodness. We recommend serving it with whipped topping for extra oomph.

Total time: 45 minutes | Per serving: 170 calories, 2 g protein, 3 g fiber, 37 mg sodium

Try this healthy fruit crisp recipe for a down-home holiday dessert you won’t forget. It’s incredibly easy to make and features the crisp, cozy flavors of rolled oats, cranberry, and apple. Suitable for beginners and pros alike, this tasty recipe is the perfect way to end your Thanksgiving meal.

Total time: 1 hour | Per serving: 113 calories, 0 g protein, 3 g fiber, 3 mg sodium

Our gluten-free baked pears are wonderfully tender, sweet treats that are made with just 6 ingredients. You’ll feel right at home with warm toasted walnuts and cider-soaked raisins. Serve warm with cheese, frozen yogurt, or coffee for a complete course.

Total time: 45 minutes | Per serving: 277 calories, 4 g protein, 3 g fiber, 35 mg sodium

Silky, rich, and a little bit fancy, this pudding gets its creamy texture from light silken tofu blended with melted dark chocolate and vanilla. Sparkling sugared cranberries and a dollop of whipped topping make it look festive on the holiday table, and each serving has just 35 mg of sodium.

Total time: 45 minutes | Per serving: 44 calories, 0 g protein, 0 g fiber, 44 mg sodium

Fill your kitchen with the beautiful fragrance of cinnamon, clove, and ginger in this pecan cookie recipe. Not everyone is a pie person, and this light, nutty dessert makes sure each guest gets their fill. Bake your cookies for just 10 minutes before cooling and serving them to grateful family and friends.

Total time: 45 minutes | Per serving: 185 calories, 7 g protein, 1 g fiber, 65 mg sodium

Nothing beats the creamy taste of rice pudding, so why not incorporate this deliciously spiced dish into your new Thanksgiving tradition? This low-fat version uses 1% milk in place of heavy cream for a light but luscious texture.