2 easy Thanksgiving desserts that aren't pie
Celebrity chef Jamika Pessoa shared two alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving desserts that will be a sweet addition to any turkey day feast.
Her slow cooker bread pudding and pumpkin pie in a mug recipes are both simple to whip up and full of sweet fall spices.
Slow Cooker Bread Pudding
Serves: 8-10
Ingredients
8 cups of bread, cubed
1/2 cup of raisins
2 cups half and half
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
4 eggs
2 teaspoons of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of nutmeg
2 teaspoons of vanilla
¼ teaspoon of salt
Directions
Spray inside of 5-quart slow cooker bowl with cooking spray. Pour in bread and raisins.
In a separate bowl, thoroughly whisk remaining ingredients together. Pour mixture over bread and raisins. Stir well to evenly coat bread.
Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 6 hours until pudding is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Pumpkin Pie in a Mug
While recreating this recipe on "GMA" Pessoa opted to use puree of sweet potato but suggests pumpkin as well for the full effect.
Serves: 1
Ingredients
2-3 tablespoons crushed cookies (graham crackers, gingersnaps, biscuit cookies)
1/3 cup pumpkin puree
1 egg
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon half and half
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon vanilla
Pinch of salt
Directions
Place crushed cookies in the bottom of a microwavable mug.
In a bowl, mix remaining ingredients until smooth. Spoon pie mixture into mug. Microwave for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes, checking every 30 seconds. Carefully remove from the microwave and allow pie to slightly cool as it sets. Serve with whipped cream on top and enjoy.
