Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Desserts That Do Not Need Refrigeration
Essential Concepts
Make-ahead Thanksgiving desserts such as cookies, brownies, unfrosted cakes, and fruit pies need no refrigeration, while custard, cream, pumpkin, and cheesecake desserts must stay chilled. See our guides to [Thanksgiving dessert storage](/thanksgiving-dessert-storage/) and [Thanksgiving baking ahead](/thanksgiving-baking-ahead/).