With Thanksgiving only a few days away, creating a menu can be stressful. Have you ever wanted to stray away from your ordinary dishes and add some flare? Compiled here is a list of 6 different items to add to your menu.

1. Thanksgiving Punch

Apple cider is an essential part to autumn dining. While apple cider is traditionally served warm, try out this recipe if you're interested in creating a refreshing beverage that can be served both warm or chilled. Its also fairly simple to make, utilizing only a few ingredients. That way you can easily whip up a new batch if your guests drink it all!

2. Bacon Roasted Turkey

If you're a bacon fanatic like me, you know throwing bacon on anything can make it 100 times better. There's something about the crispiness and saltiness of bacon that makes it irresistible. Well, what better way to alter the biggest dish on the table than by wrapping it in tons of bacon?

3. Loaded Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed potatoes are an essential side dish to pair with that delectable turkey; however, have you ever considered swapping out those potatoes for cauliflower instead? It adds a whole new dynamic to the dish by swapping out the starchy potatoes for a wholesome vegetable. (You can still whip up a batch of mashed potatoes and experience the best of both worlds).

4. Cranberry Fluff

Set aside the cranberry sauce! This fun twist on the traditional sauce will have you returning for seconds. Cranberry fluff is essentially marshmallows mixed with cranberries, so you basically will have a sweeter, lighter version of your ordinary cranberry sauce!

5. Apple Pie Fritters

Apple pie and crescent rolls create a masterpiece that will forever change your life. These apple pie fritters take an apple pie and add a fluffy "crust" that engulfs the filling inside, making the rolls handheld and it's easier to eat. You won't have to worry about losing those glorious apple slices when you try to take a slice of regular apple pie from the pan!

6. Pumpkin Spice Cake Pops

Pumpkin spice, the defining flavor of the fall season, turned into bitesized balls of cake. What more could you ask for? This dessert adds a dish to your menu that's both sweet and flavorful. Making the tiny pops instead of a whole cake allows you to mess up on the decorating and not have to stress. After all, the more you "mess up" on, the more you can keep for yourself!