Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner at your home or you’ve been invited to the home of a friend or family member, you will likely be spending time thinking about the types of foods that will be in abundance. For most people, this means that the turkey will take center stage, but Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without a wonderful selection of side dishes, including potatoes, vegetables, dinner rolls, and more.
Of course, when the meal is done and the dishes have all been cleared away, this is the time when many families will bring out a wonderful Thanksgiving dessert platter. With traditional favorites like pecan, pumpkin or sweet potato pie to an assortment of bars and cookies, this platter can offer a tantalizing selection of some of the most memorable holiday desserts.
Many families are starting to feel short on time and will work together to create a variety of desserts. You can ask several family members or guests to bring something to add to your Thanksgiving Day dessert selection. This is a popular option because it gives everyone a wonderful selection of desserts that they might not have had a chance to try before, but it also means that no one person is responsible for providing all the desserts on their own.
Another great way to create a delectable dessert platter without all the work is to order a platter from a local business that offers catering. However, keep in mind that many large grocery stores also sell platters during the Holidays and these platters are typically very affordable. If you’re planning on ordering a platter from a local business, make sure that you do a bit of research. Read reviews, browse through the various platter options that are available, and make sure you know the deadline for ordering your platter in time for Thanksgiving.
If you prefer, you could simply purchase pies, cookies and other bakery items and arrange your own platter at home. This is a great way to customize your platter in order to ensure that you have exactly what you want for your Thanksgiving dessert platter offerings. Regardless of how you plan for the holiday, it’s important to take some time to relax and enjoy this special time with your loved ones. The meal and desserts should be as delicious as you expect, but using a few time saving strategies, such as purchasing the desserts, can help ensure that the Thanksgiving meal is not just about hard work.