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.