While there's so much to love about a buffet of seasonal pies, sometimes the Thanksgiving dessert spread can be a little bit predictable (we're looking at you, pumpkin pie). That's why we like to add a few hand-held treats like cookies or cupcakes to the spread. We're partial to cupcakes with their fluffy texture and whorls of frosting—but this is one time of year when plain, old vanilla-frosted just won't do. That's why we've rounded up some of our most-festive ideas: cupcakes that draw flavor inspiration from your favorite pies!

What could be better than pumpkin pie? How about pumpkin pie cupcakes? These super-moist treats are almost like steamed pudding, topped and filled with cream cheese-thickened whipped cream. Afraid you'll miss the crust? There it is, in the form of a crunchy pie-dough garnish.

Why choose between fluffy cheesecake and dense, gooey pie when you can have both? Bake this cheesecake up to two days before you plan to serve it, then top with our oozing pecan-caramel sauce to mash the two favorites together. The bottom chocolate graham cracker crust adds rich flavor and texture to balance the dessert out.

Though you usually shouldn’t mess with a classic, we did, and we’re glad. We transformed everyone’s favorite apple pie into an all-new dessert by giving cupcakes a gooey apple pie filling and the transformative finale: a slightly tangy sour cream whipped topping.