At Brit + Co., we’re all for digging into gingerbread madelines and candy cane marshmallows, but sometimes we crave something a little different. These 20 dessert recipes use zero dairy, eggs, or other animal products, so you can welcome your vegan friends to the table.
1. Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Oat Crust: This pumpkin pie is subtly sweet, and the oat crust makes it hearty enough for winter weather. (via Oh She Glows)
2. Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream: Pumpkin pie on a cone? Don’t mind if we do! (via May I Have That Recipe?)
3. Vegan Chocolate Ginger Orange Cupcakes: Spicy ginger and bright citrus lend these cupcakes some warmth and brightness. They’re a perfect pick-me-up for cold winter nights. (via Kohler Created)
4. Chai Spice Snickerdoodles: Maple, cinnamon, and cardamom come together in these classic cookies, which pair perfectly with aromatic chai tea. (via The Post Punk Kitchen)
5. Pecan Pie Truffles: This marriage of robust dark chocolate and pecan pie flavoring is ultra-indulgent in the best possible way. (via Growing Up Veg)
6. Life-Changing Vegan Thumbprint Cookies: These vegan cookies’ name makes a bold claim. Thankfully, they live up to their title thanks to a tasty blend of almonds, maple, and fruity jam. (via Vegan and So Forth)
7. Matrioshka Eggnog: Though it uses cold ingredients, the nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves in this dairy-free eggnog will warm you right up. (The rum helps, too.) (via The Post Punk Kitchen)
8. Hazelnut & Olive Oil Shortbread: The subtle sweetness of these hearty cookies makes them an excellent match for strong, dark coffee. These petite, diamond-shaped cookies really hit the spot after a big meal. (via The Kitchn)
9. Rosemary Chocolate Chip Cookies: Everyone’s favorite cookie from childhood is all grown up, thanks to the elegant flavor of rosemary. (via The Post Punk Kitchen)
10. Mint Chocolate Oreo Cupcakes: With Oreo halves peeking out of their light, minty frosting, these cupcakes look as sweet as they taste. (via The Cake Merchant)
11. Cosmic Chocolate-Peppermint Patties: Like their namesake, these bite-sized desserts refresh your taste buds with creamy mint coated in chocolate. (via Chocolate-Covered Katie)
12. Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Spiced Donuts: Dunk these delightfully mild donuts with hot coffee or apple cider. The sugar coating looks just like snowfall! (via Peanut Butter & Julia)
13. Pumpkin Pie Brownie Cupcakes: Thanks to some baking ingenuity, you can now eat a pumpkin pie, brownie, and cupcake at the same time. These intense, layered desserts are dense and satisfying. (via The SavvyBostonian)
14. Pumpkin Pie Custard with Brulee Topping: If you’ve ever felt the urge to eat a bowl full of pie filling, this custard is for you. Almond milk and pumpkin lend this dish a mellow sweetness, while the brulee topping means it literally crackles. (via Dreena Burton’s Plant-Powered Kitchen)
15. Chilled Double Chocolate Torte: This no-bake recipe provides a double-dose of chocolate. A dense cocoa crust acts as a platform for decadent chocolate mousse. (via Greener Eating)
16. Double Chocolate Mint Cupcakes: Classic chocolate-on-chocolate cupcakes get a little pop of mint, adding dimension to the intense flavor. (via Cupcakes and Kale)
17. Cozy and Quick Mint Cocoa: Sometimes, you just want to curl up with a big mug of hot chocolate. In this recipe, chocolate mint soymilk and vegan whipped topping come together for a warm and comforting treat. (via Namely Marly)
18. Vegan Buckeye Bars: Chocolate and peanut butter are the original power couple. These sweet and savory dessert bars are like denser, more satisfying peanut butter cups. (via Banana Buzzbomb)
19. Thin Mint Cookies: Dunk ultra-thin chocolate wafers in a chocolate coating to replicate the classic Girl Scout treat. (via Namely Marly)
20. Chocolate Pumpkin Loaf: With only two tablespoons of oil, this chocolate loaf has a lighter texture than most desserts. Try it with a big gob of peanut butter. (via The Post Punk Kitchen)
Do you have any go-to vegan desserts that you like to make? Talk to us in the comments below.
