28 Friendsgiving Recipes That’ll Make You The Unofficial Host Next Year

Friendsgiving is the one holiday where you can finally skip the formalities and just enjoy good food with even better company. Sure, we all want the food to look festive and taste amazing, but nobody’s here for a five-hour ordeal in the kitchen. The trick is in picking dishes that feel special without taking over your day, so you’re actually around to hang out with your friends (and not just the oven). From cozy casseroles to bite-sized treats, these recipes are simple to pull together but still delicious enough to be Friendsgiving-worthy.

Holiday Butternut Squash Hummus

Butternut squash hummus with cranberries and pomegranate seeds is a festive, colorful dip that’ll keep guests munching while the main course gets ready. Perfect for the Friendsgiving appetizer spread.
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Butternut Squash Goat Cheese Dip

This dip combines creamy goat cheese with roasted butternut squash and a cherry compote on top. Serve with pita chips for an easy Friendsgiving appetizer that feels extra special.
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Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

Bourbon cranberry sauce brings a little something extra to your Friendsgiving table. Classic tart cranberry with a hint of bourbon flavor that’s perfect for pairing with turkey.
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Cranberry Curd Tart

A cranberry curd tart with an oat and nut crust is a beautiful, festive dessert for Friendsgiving. It’s got just the right balance of sweet and tart flavors to end the meal on a high note.
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Sweet Potato Biscuits

Sweet potato biscuits are soft, fluffy, and have just a hint of sweetness. They’re quick to make, great for rounding out a Friendsgiving spread, and are perfect with a bit of butter.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts on the Stalk

Brussels sprouts roasted on the stalk with a maple balsamic glaze make for a show-stopper side. Plate it up as a centerpiece or serve them off the stalk for a Friendsgiving twist on a classic veggie.
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Pumpkin Pie Bites

Pumpkin pie bites give you all the flavor of pie in a bite-sized snack. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, they’re a great option for Friendsgiving when everyone wants just a little taste.
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Cranberry Cherry Glazed Turkey

This turkey with a cranberry cherry glaze brings a sweet, sticky coating that adds flavor and flair to the main course. A great Friendsgiving centerpiece that’s sure to get compliments.
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Tart Cherry Chestnut Stuffed Turkey Roulade

A turkey roulade stuffed with cherries, chestnuts, and herbs, topped with a red wine cherry sauce. It’s a beautiful Friendsgiving main that feels like a big dish but is easy to pull together.
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Roasted Delicata Squash with Walnut Crumble

This roasted delicata squash is all about fall flavors, with a buttery walnut crumble that’s a little sweet, a little nutty, and just the right kind of cozy. Great for Friendsgiving, it’s simple to make but brings a hit of flavor everyone will notice.
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Baked Apple French Toast

Perfect for holiday brunch, this baked apple French toast is prepped ahead and made to please a crowd. Just the kind of recipe that makes Friendsgiving morning feel festive and relaxed.
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Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Glaze

Apple cinnamon rolls topped with maple glaze bring fall to the table in the best way. They’re the sweet treat that makes your Friendsgiving spread feel complete and adds a great seasonal touch.
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Easy Walnut Pie

Walnut pie combines a flaky crust with earthy walnuts and caramel-like filling, offering a balance of textures and tastes. It’s simple yet impressive – a dessert that may just make you the favorite Friendsgiving host.
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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites

These brie bites wrapped in flaky pastry are a great go-to appetizer. Just five ingredients and a few minutes in the oven, and you’re serving up a Friendsgiving snack that looks straight out of a holiday magazine.
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Skillet Creamed Corn Cornbread

Creamed corn cornbread in a skillet is the perfect side to bring to the table. It’s a must for Friendsgiving, adding that extra something to every plate without extra hassle.
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Mom’s Sausage Stuffing

This sausage stuffing is the classic that belongs on every Friendsgiving table. It’s packed with flavor, from garlic to celery, and always goes fast – it’s that crowd-pleaser everyone will expect from you next year, too.
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Orange Cranberry Rice Pilaf

This rice pilaf with orange and cranberry is a bright, fresh side for Friendsgiving. Pairs up perfectly with turkey or any holiday main dish, giving the meal a little extra color and flavor.
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3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese

This almond milk mac and cheese is creamy, comforting, and incredibly easy. Perfect for Friendsgiving when you want a no-fuss dish that everyone can dig into.
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Pumpkin Banana Bread

Pumpkin and banana together in this bread bring a double hit of flavor with a bit of pecan crunch. A Friendsgiving snack that’s easy to bake and always a hit with the crowd.
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Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

These mini pumpkin cheesecakes are a fun way to serve up everyone’s favorite fall dessert. Bite-sized and packed with pumpkin spice, they’re perfect for Friendsgiving and easy to share.
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Beet and Sweet Potato Salad

This beet and sweet potato salad balances a little sweet with savory. A colorful starter or side for Friendsgiving, it’s easy to make and a great option if you’ve got guests with dietary needs.
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Cuban-Style Air Fryer Roasted Chicken

Cuban Pollo Asado made easy in the air fryer. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and packed with bold flavors – ready in under an hour, making it a perfect addition for a stress-free Friendsgiving.
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Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Chipotle

This pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon and dusted with chipotle is all about big flavor. It’s great for Friendsgiving when you want to serve something hearty and a little unexpected.
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie Bars

Pumpkin pie bars with a shortbread crust bring all the flavors of pumpkin pie in a no-fuss bar. Make-ahead and freezer-friendly, these bars are perfect for holiday gatherings and Friendsgiving desserts.
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Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole

This sweet potato casserole with marshmallows and brown sugar is a classic everyone looks for on the Friendsgiving table. Simple ingredients, big impact – a guaranteed hit every time.
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Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes taken up a notch with crispy bacon, cheese, and green onions. A great side that’s hard to resist and guaranteed to disappear fast at Friendsgiving.
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Green Bean Casserole with Onion Rings

This easy green bean casserole topped with crispy onion rings is a holiday favorite. Just five ingredients, and it’s ready to go – a perfect Friendsgiving side with minimal effort.
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Stuffing Muffins

Stuffing muffins make holiday stuffing fun and easy to serve. These are perfect for Friendsgiving, easy to make ahead, and add a clever touch to the classic side dish.
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