Thanksgiving Easy Recipes for Busy Moms

Easy Thanksgiving Recipes (Make-Ahead & Crockpot Favorites)

Alicia — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:01:00 +0000

This is my go-to list of easy Thanksgiving recipes, and it’s the one I come back to every November. You’ll find over 40 tried-and-true sides, desserts, and slow cooker favorites, all made with simple ingredients from the regular grocery store. Pick one dish or plan your whole menu, because nothing here is complicated. Start the...

The post Easy Thanksgiving Recipes (Make-Ahead & Crockpot Favorites) appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Old Fashioned Stuffing

Alicia — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:01:00 +0000

My Old Fashioned Thanksgiving stuffing is the recipe my family has made for decades, and it’s not Thanksgiving without it! It bakes up golden on top and soft and moist on the inside, with buttery celery and onions and a blend of poultry seasoning and fresh herbs. It uses just 11 simple ingredients and inexpensive...

The post Old Fashioned Stuffing appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Butter Toffee Pretzels

Alicia — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:01:00 +0000

These Butter Toffee Pretzels come together in one saucepan with 5 ingredients, and there’s no candy thermometer needed. I’ve made them again and again since last year, and a big batch never lasts long at my house. My Easy Butter Toffee Pretzels I first made these last year after seeing so many versions online. I...

The post Butter Toffee Pretzels appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Mini Pumpkin Pies

Alicia — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:01:00 +0000

My Mini Pumpkin Pies have all the flavor of the pumpkin pie that’s been passed down in my family, with no slicing required. Each one is a single serving with a flaky crust and a creamy, spiced filling. With just six ingredients and a muffin pan, they’re easy to make and even easier to serve....

The post Mini Pumpkin Pies appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Cranberry Brie Bites

Alicia — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:01:00 +0000

My Cranberry Brie Bites are the easy fall appetizer you’ll want on every holiday table! Creamy Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and a little fresh rosemary sit inside flaky puff pastry cups. With just a handful of ingredients and a mini muffin pan, they come together in about 15 minutes of prep. My Easy Cranberry Brie...

The post Cranberry Brie Bites appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Southern Green Beans

Alicia — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:01:00 +0000

My Southern Green Beans are slow simmered with bacon until they’re tender, smoky, and full of flavor. This is my favorite side dish at Thanksgiving, but honestly I make it year round because it’s that good. With just a handful of ingredients and one pot, it’s easy to pull off even on a busy weeknight....

The post Southern Green Beans appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Buckeye Pie

Alicia — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 04:01:00 +0000

My buckeye pie has a chocolate cookie crust, a creamy peanut butter filling, and a silky chocolate ganache that looks just like the classic candy. My husband is from Ohio, so buckeyes are a big deal in our house, and this pie disappears fast. It uses just 9 ingredients and the only baking is a...

The post Buckeye Pie appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Easy Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

Alicia — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:01:00 +0000

My easy Sweet Potato Pie is the recipe that turned me into a true believer. I made it for the first time after a coworker brought a homemade version to a potluck, and one bite was all it took. The filling is silky, the spices are warm, and the crust is buttery. You probably have everything you...

The post Easy Sweet Potato Pie Recipe appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe (Moist Copycat)

Alicia — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:01:00 +0000

I’ve been obsessed with Starbucks pumpkin bread for years, so I set out to make it at home. Every copycat recipe I tried was just good pumpkin bread. The texture was off, the flavor wasn’t quite right, and none of them had that signature density that still somehow stays perfectly moist. I tested this over...

The post Starbucks Pumpkin Bread Recipe (Moist Copycat) appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.

Easy Cornbread Stuffing Recipe

Alicia — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:01:00 +0000

My easy Cornbread Stuffing recipe is the dish my family looks forward to the most during the holidays. It’s bursting with flavor from the butter and herbs, the texture is tender with golden edges, and it never turns dry or mushy. My simple, well-tested steps ensure it bakes up perfectly every time and makes it...

The post Easy Cornbread Stuffing Recipe appeared first on Balancing Motherhood.