15 Make Ahead Thanksgiving Recipes

Simplify your Thanksgiving dinner prep with our make-ahead Thanksgiving dishes.

From Thanksgiving side dishes and Thanksgiving appetizers to Thanksgiving desserts, we’ve got your holiday meal planning covered.

Explore a world of flavorful Thanksgiving recipes.

Whether you’re hosting a grand gathering or a cozy meal, our make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes offer a variety of flavors and convenience to make your celebration truly special.

Let’s enjoy a delicious and relaxed Thanksgiving meal together!

1. Brussels Sprouts Gratin With Butternut Squash

Find Your Recipe Here- Brussels Sprouts Gratin With Butternut Squash by sweetpeasandsaffron

2. Herb & Garlic Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Find Your Recipe Here- Herb & Garlic Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes by sweetpeasandsaffron

3. Crunchy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

Find Your Recipe Here- Crunchy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping by thecookierookie

4. Maple Orange Sweet Potato Casserole

Find Your Recipe Here- Maple Orange Sweet Potato Casserole by flavorthemoments

5. 5 INGREDIENT SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY SAUCE

Find Your Recipe Here- 5 INGREDIENT SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY SAUCE by runningtothekitchen

6. Roasted Vegan Stuffed Acorn Squash

Find Your Recipe Here- Roasted Vegan Stuffed Acorn Squash by foolproofliving

7. Pumpkin Cornbread

Find Your Recipe Here- Pumpkin Cornbread by theviewfromgreatisland

8. Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter Gravy

Find Your Recipe Here- Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter Gravy by recipesfromapantry

9. Green Bean Casserole with Cheese

Find Your Recipe Here- Green Bean Casserole with Cheese by healthyseasonalrecipes

10. MINI PECAN PIES

Find Your Recipe Here- MINI PECAN PIES by livewellbakeoften

11. Cheesy Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Find Your Recipe Here- Cheesy Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes by thereciperebel

12. Healthy Pumpkin Pie Bars

Find Your Recipe Here- Healthy Pumpkin Pie Bars by fitfoodiefinds

13. HONEY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH CRANBERRIES AND FETA

Find Your Recipe Here- HONEY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH CRANBERRIES AND FETA by peasandcrayons

14. Make Ahead Apple Crisp

Find Your Recipe Here- Make Ahead Apple Crisp by sweetpeasandsaffron

15. Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Find Your Recipe Here- Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese by thegirlonbloor

These are some of the best make-ahead Thanksgiving dishes you will ever taste! Try them all and do let us know, which recipe your loved ones liked the most and which recipe you enjoyed the most while making. Feel free to share in the comments what precious moments you had while munching on these delicious make-ahead Thanksgiving dishes.