Easy Thanksgiving Cake Recipes the entire family will love. Try some of these simple recipes for the best desserts loaded with fall flavors. From old favorites with new twists and more, these 42 easy recipes don’t disappoint.

Get ready for the absolute best list of Thanksgiving cake recipes. Each recipe is easy to make and doesn’t require a ton of time. The ingredients aren’t complicated or hard to find.
We have included cake ideas along with pies and more. There is something for everyone to enjoy during Thanksgiving. See also these Gluten Free Thanksgiving Pies and Thanksgiving Apple Desserts and 89 Thanksgiving Cheesecake Recipes.
What's in this post: Thanksgiving Cake Recipes
- Why We Love These Recipes
- 1. Pumpkin Cake
- 2. Pumpkin Pie Cake
- 3. Chocolate Dump Cake Recipe
- 4. Pumpkin Dump Cake
- 5. Caramel Apple Dump Cake
- 6. Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake
- 7. Pecan Pie Cheesecake
- 8. Pumpkin Pie Cake
- 9. Cinnamon Roll Cake
- 10. Pineapple Upside Down Cake
- 11. Better Than Sex Cake
- 12. Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe
- 13. Crack Cake
- 14. Hummingbird Cake
- 15. Tornado Cake Recipe
- 16. Instant Pot Pumpkin Cheesecake
- 17. Red Velvet Poke Cake
- 18. Carrot Cake
- 19. Gingerbread Cake
- 20. Pumpkin Lasagna Recipe
- 21. Lemon Cake Recipe
- 22. Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
- 23. Boston Creme Poke Cake
- 24. Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake
- 25. Blueberry Dump Cake
- 26. Pumpkin Delight
- 27. Chocolate Lasagna
- 28. Peach Dump Cake Recipe
- 29. Banana Pudding Poke Cake
- 30. Ding Dong Cake Recipe
- 31. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
- 32. Peanut Butter Lasagna
- 33. Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
- 34. White Texas Sheet Cake
- 35. Dr. Pepper Cake
- 36. Oreo Dump Cake
- 37. Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake recipe
- 38. Crockpot Apple Dump Cake Recipe
- 39. Cola Chocolate Cake Recipe
- 40. Cinnamon Bundt Cake
- 41. Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe
- 42. Easy Pumpkin Roll Recipe
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Why We Love These Recipes
Each of these mouthwatering desserts taste amazing. The hardest part about these will be deciding which one to make first.
Each recipe is super easy and perfect for the dessert table on the Thanksgiving menu.
1. Pumpkin Cake
This delightful sheet cake is packed with pumpkin flavor. The decadent glaze on top is so delicious.
2. Pumpkin Pie Cake
The creamy cake and luscious topping is out of this world. The nuts and sweet topping combine with the pumpkin filling for a great dessert.
3. Chocolate Dump Cake Recipe
Toss and go with a few ingredients and make this super yummy chocolate cake. It is rich and decadent with tons of chocolate. Top with ice cream and you are set.
4. Pumpkin Dump Cake
Anyone can make this dump cake with so much pumpkin flavor. It really is so simple.
5. Caramel Apple Dump Cake
With only 4 ingredients, this Caramel Apple Cake is divine and easy to make. It is the best dessert.
6. Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake
This cinnamon cake with cream cheese frosting is heavenly. Anyone that loves cinnamon rolls needs to make this recipe.
7. Pecan Pie Cheesecake
The pecans layered with cheesecake enhance this recipe even more. It is the best combination of pecan pie and cheesecake.
8. Pumpkin Pie Cake
Enjoy everything you love about pumpkin pie in this tasty cake recipe. The nuts make it even better.
9. Cinnamon Roll Cake
There is so much to love about this yummy cake swirled with cinnamon. The entire cake is topped with a sweet glaze for the perfect sweetness.
10. Pineapple Upside Down Cake
This gorgeous pineapple cake is actually very simple to make. This recipe will be the star of the show.
11. Better Than Sex Cake
There is so much to love about this decadent cake. It is loaded with caramel, chocolate and much more.
12. Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe
Give this easy bundt cake recipe a try. It is so moist and delicious with the best glaze.
13. Crack Cake
This recipe starts with a cake mix and turns into the absolute best Crack Cake. The entire cake is topped with a luscious glaze that looks pretty and tastes great. The bundt cake pan makes it look so pretty.
14. Hummingbird Cake
Layers of moist and flavorful spice cake combine with cream cheese frosting. This layer cake looks stunning and tastes even better. If you like carrot cake, this is a must try with similar textures.
15. Tornado Cake Recipe
The coconut topping makes this cake something extra special. It is packed with yummy ingredients and takes minutes to make. It has all the flavor of coconut cake and more.
16. Instant Pot Pumpkin Cheesecake
Learn how to make pumpkin cheesecake in the pressure cooker. It is so easy and you do not need a water bath.
17. Red Velvet Poke Cake
Red Velvet is even easier when you make this poke cake variation. Top with chocolate chips for an amazing dessert for Thanksgiving.
18. Carrot Cake
There are lots of tasty layers in this carrot cake loaded with cream cheese icing. It is the best cake and sure to be a hit for Thanksgiving.
19. Gingerbread Cake
Make this classic cake today perfect for the holiday season. It has a classic recipe that never disappoints.
20. Pumpkin Lasagna Recipe
Pumpkin fans need to make this luscious Pumpkin Lasagna. There are several layers making each bite simply amazing.
21. Lemon Cake Recipe
Not only is this cake absolutely gorgeous but it is actually easy to make. The flavor is light but packed with lemon.
22. Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
Anyone can make this easy recipe with only 3 ingredients. You will love how delicious the chocolate and cherry combination is.
23. Boston Creme Poke Cake
The moist cake and chocolate topping make each bite addicting. This dessert will be gone in no time at all.
24. Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake
Every holiday needs cheesecake. This no bake version is effortless to make and topped with cherries.
25. Blueberry Dump Cake
If you are looking for a simple dessert, make this easy 3 ingredient cake. It is packed with blueberries for a cake no one will forget.
26. Pumpkin Delight
The cream cheese layer and pumpkin layer really pack a punch. Each bite is rich and delicious.
27. Chocolate Lasagna
Rich layers of chocolate, cookies and pudding make a chocolate lovers dream. This dessert will be a crowd pleaser.
28. Peach Dump Cake Recipe
Enjoy this easy dump cake that tastes like an old fashioned cobbler. Feel free to top with ice cream or whipped cream.
29. Banana Pudding Poke Cake
There is so much banana flavor packed into this easy and tasty poke cake. The fresh bananas on top look pretty and taste great as well.
30. Ding Dong Cake Recipe
Did you grow up eating the Little Debbie classic treats? If so, this Ding Dong Cake will bring back lots of memories while tasting incredible.
31. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
These bite size bars are layered with cheesecake, pumpkin and a buttery crust. It is so sweet and tasty.
32. Peanut Butter Lasagna
Chocolate and Peanut Butter fans will go crazy over this treat. It has delectable layers.
33. Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
The cake is moist and topped with the best chocolate icing.
34. White Texas Sheet Cake
This vanilla alternative to classic Texas Sheet Cake does not disappoint. It is so rich.
35. Dr. Pepper Cake
The secret ingredient is soda and it makes this cake so moist and flavorful.
36. Oreo Dump Cake
You only need 5 simple ingredients to make this cake loaded with Oreo cookies.
37. Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake recipe
Enjoy all the flavor of chocolate chip cookies with brown sugar in this easy cake recipe.

38. Crockpot Apple Dump Cake Recipe
The crock pot makes this rich apple cake so easy to make. Top with caramel sauce to make it even more decadent. It has all the flavors of apple pie thanks to the apple pie filling.

39. Cola Chocolate Cake Recipe
The soda in this recipe makes the chocolate cake so rich and moist.

40. Cinnamon Bundt Cake
The glaze on top looks amazing and the entire cake is so tasty.

41. Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe
The streusel on top makes this amazing cake even better. It is easy to make as well.

42. Easy Pumpkin Roll Recipe
The cream cheese mixture and the pumpkin cake make a great dessert. You can top with whipped cream if you prefer.

More Thanksgiving Ideas
- Thanksgiving Pie Recipes
- Easy Thanksgiving Cookie Recipes
- Thanksgiving Desserts
- Turkey Cupcakes
- 45 Gluten Free Thanksgiving Desserts
Which Thanksgiving cake recipes do you plan to try? They all sound amazing to serve to guests during the holiday season. Please leave a comment so I know which recipes you tried.