Where to order Thanksgiving pies, dessert. Deadlines fast approaching!
The old saying "Save room for dessert" couldn't be more true than on Thanksgiving when your turkey coma gives way to a pumpkin craving. Or apple pie. Or something different altogether like pumpkin cheesecake babka, gluten-free latte cake or bake-it-yourself cinnamon buns.
The following Rockland and Westchester spots offer a range of desserts perfect for your holiday meal. Just order soon. Many cut-offs for ordering begin Nov. 13.
Baked by Susan, Croton-on-Hudson
Decisions, decisions. Do you (and your guests) want apple pie, apple cranberry crumb, cherry, blueberry, mixed berry, pumpkin pie and/or pecan? At Baked by Susan you'll also find pumpkin Bundt with an apple cider glaze, cupcakes, pumpkin cheesecake with a chocolate ganache drizzle, cranberry bread, pumpkin bread, cornbread and the bakery's famous bake-it-yourself cinnamon buns. Plus regular and gluten free and vegan cakes. Order by: Nov. 19. Info: 379 S. Riverside Ave., 914-862-0874, bakedbysusan.com
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Birdie's Batch, West Nyack
"A Very Birdie Thanksgiving" from the mother and daughter baking duo of Vinnie and Sara Cann includes apple and pear crisps (also in a gluten-free version); pumpkin Bundt with maple pecan glaze (also gluten-free); brown butter caramel bread pudding; Grandma's apple cake; an almond and apple crostata and assorted cookies. The two women, fixtures at the TaSH Farmers Market in Tarrytown, are also known for their signature jams, fruit butters, and marmalades born in small batches from seasonal, locally sourced, handpicked fruit.Order by: Nov. 13 with pick up at Hudco in Dobbs Ferry on Nov. 22 or after 5 p.m. at 268 Mill Road in West NyackInfo:birdiesbatch.com
Bitchin' Babkas, Yonkers
Go for something non-traditional this year with either apple or pumpkin pie hamantaschen cookies; pumpkin cheesecake babka; pumpkin cheesecake brownies; cinnamon flavored matzo toffee or a Thanksgiving box featuring 16 pieces of apple or pumpkin pie hamantaschen, full size babka (cinnamon or triple chocolate) and a half dozen black and white cookies. Baker De’Asia Collins, who's of Jamaican heritage, learned to cook these traditionally Jewish treats a few years ago, adding her own twists. She even offers gluten free rugelach in triple chocolate, cinnamon and birthday cake flavors. Items available via Etsy. Not surprisingly, as a Black woman, Collins gets a lot of "wow, that's interesting" when folks hear her story. "It seems very unheard of, but growing up in New York, everything and everyone seemingly gets along and comes together and fusion food is our specialty," she said.Order by: Nov. 16; with some pick-up available at the White Plains Farmer's Market Nov. 22.Info: 45 S. Broadway, etsy.com/shop/BitchinBabkas. You can also DM her on Facebook and Instagram.
By the Way Bakery, Hastings-on-Hudson
Looking for something kosher and gluten-free? By the Way features an array of options, from an apple tart to latte layer cake, pumpkin cheesecake, classic chocolate layer cake, pecan tart and spiced carrot layer cake. Order by: Nov. 19Info: 574 Warburton Ave., 914-478-0555, btwbakery.com
Charlotte's Home Kitchen, Piermont
Charlotte Boyle is a freelance fashion designer turned full time baker thanks, in part, to the pandemic. Now the British native has a thriving business, infusing her love for design into mini, midi and maxi cakes, giving you options for small, medium and large desserts. Many of her items (but not all) are gluten-free and vegan. Among her Thanksgiving treats: A gingerbread cake drizzled with a lemon and rose icing; a maple chai cake made with butternut squash from her garden; pumpkin pie; pecan pie and her famous "Love" cake featuring almond flour, pistachios, lemon, rose and raspberries. Most items can be picked up either at the TaSH or Bronxville Farmers Market or at Boyle's residence in Piermont. Order by: Nov. 15Info:homekitchenbycharlotte.com
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Flours Pasta & Bakeshop, Haverstraw
This four-month-old shop (they opened July 1) features a range of desserts for every palate including something for those who are gluten-free. There's your ever classic pumpkin pie along with dulce de leche apple pie; maple bourbon pecan pie; corn coconut custard pie; cranberry pumpkin loaf cake; fudge brownie shortbread cookies and a gluten-free almond pear cake. The cafe, which also specializes in handmade pasta, is owned by Sofia Todisco and Alex Kasman, who recently got engaged and plan to marry in 2025.Order by: Nov. 12 (for pick up Nov. 22)Info: 11 New Main St., 845-241-5131, flourspastabakeshop.com
G & K Sweet Foods
Thanksgiving is all about friends and family and this sweet potato pie, created from an old Southern recipe passed down to Gay Wheeler-Smith from her great-grandmother is all about both. The New Rochelle resident owns the company with her good friend Kecia Palmer-Cousins of Peekskill. Together, the two also sell sweet potato tarts and cookies (think oatmeal raisin and chocolate chip) as well as a sweet potato pie mix, all of which can be ordered online. All can be delivered locally. They are sold frozen so just thaw and serve. Order by: Nov. 21Info: 914-788-3697, gksweetfoods.com
LMNOP Bakery, Katonah
Elevate the apple pie you usually have on your Thanksgiving table to an apple tarte tatin, a medley of roasted apples over housemade caramel, then flipped onto the bakery's signature rough puff pastry. Your order includes a jar of housemade vanilla bean crème fraîche. Also part of the holiday offerings: A cranberry curt tart with a flakey buttery shortbread crust featuring toasted pecans, a thin layer of praline, and finished with housemade cranberry curd. There's also a gluten-free roasted squash and caramel Basque cheesecake; gingerbread cookies; squash and sage brown butter brioche buns and plenty of other bread choices.Order by: Nov. 15 with pick up Thanksgiving morning until 12 p.m.Info: 25 Katonah Ave., 914-603-5420, lmnopbakery.com
Mimi's Plate, Tappan
Expect an array of classics — think apple crumb pie with local New York State apples; pumpkin pie; pecan pie and gingerbread pound cake — along with a few out of the box sweets such as pumpkin chocolate swirl cheesecake bars; pumpkin pecan tea cakes; Italian almond cookies; and hummingbird cupcakes with lemon cream cheese frosting.Order by: Nov. 16Info: 33 Old Tappan Road, 845-359-6464, mimisplate.com
Noble Pies, Tarrytown, Rye
Pies take center state at Noble where you'll find cherry; Hudson Valley apple crumb; Texas pecan; sweet potato; sweet potato pecan; pumpkin (also in gluten-free); apple cranberry; gluten-free apple; mixed berry and mixed berry crumb. Chocolate lovers may also like the Black Dirt chocolate cream. Order by: Nov. 15Info: 22 Purdy Ave., Rye, 914-305-3174 or 38 Main St., Tarrytown, 914-418-5649, noblepies.com
The Kneaded Bread, Port Chester
This bakery, in business 25 years, is known for its freshly made breads, desserts and, come Thanksgiving, its pies. It's also known for its free doughnuts handed out by the owner's dad when you're standing in line to pick up your pies (don't worry: the line always moves quick!). On the menu: apple caramel walnut pie; pumpkin pie; pecan pie; red velvet cream roll, and of course, plenty of bread. Order by: Nov. 17 with pick up Nov. 21 or 22Info: 181 N Main St., 914-937-9489, kneadedbread.com
Wildcraft Baking Company, Irvington
What had been a farmers market business now has a brick and mortar location featuring coffee and gluten-free baked goods. For Thanksgiving, Owner Brittany Vellucci, a Culinary Institute of America grad, is offering her gluten-free pumpkin tart. Order by: Nov. 17Info: 1 Bridge St., 914-806-5083, wildcraftbaking.com
Wildly Cakes & Sweets, Dobbs Ferry
Tired of pumpkin? This artistic bakery, known for its imaginative desserts, offers a coconut cream pie in addition to a carrot cake with a turkey decoration; pecan cheesecake; large fruit tart; apple pie; mini cupcakes and cinnamon rolls. Order by: Nov. 17Info: 218 Ashford Ave., 914-231-6421, wildlycakes.com
Too early for you to think dessert?
Not in the head space yet to think T-day turkey let alone dessert? No worries. Galloway's Bakery in Scarsdale, known for its old-fashioned pies, tarts, cakes, cookies and doughnuts, doesn't take orders. Even better for last minute procrastinators: it's open Thanksgiving eve from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Thanksgiving day, from 8 a.m. until noon. The bakery, in business since 1956, also has breads and rolls. Don't be surprised if you see a line but it generally moves fast. 69 Harney Road, Scarsdale, 914-725-4074, gallowaysbakery.com
Jeanne Muchnick covers food and dining. Click here for her most recent articles and follow her latest dining adventures on Instagram @jeannemuchnick or via the lohudfood newsletter.
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