Tis the season to bake all the sweets. From vegan Christmas cookies to cakes, to muffins and cheesecake dip, I’ve got you covered with 25+ of the very BEST vegan Christmas desserts.
This post was originally published in December 2019. It has been updated to include more content and recipes.
December is such an exciting month!
From Hallmark movie favourites, quality family time, decorating and of course, ALL THE SWEETS! 🙂
December also happens to be the month we welcomed our firstborn into our lives, so it’s been a little extra special for us the last several years.
But back to the desserts…I’ve got some seriously incredible vegan Christmas desserts that will have you salivating!
I’ve gathered the very best holiday sweets from not only my blog, but some incredible blogger friends too. So I’m bringing you just the good stuff!
This is not a collection of 100+ Christmas dessert recipes that will take you hours to sort through.
I’ve already done all the sorting, and I’ve narrowed it down to just over 25 vegan desserts that would be fantastic for Christmas.
So let’s just get right to it, shall we? 🙂
The BEST Vegan Christmas Desserts
Cranberry Orange Loaf w/ Sweet Orange Glaze
Let's start this off with the absolute BEST cranberry orange bread ever! Why is it the best? It’s perfectly moist, naturally sweetened and made with wholesome ingredients. This unbelievably delicious dessert is secretly healthy!! Is there anything better than a guilt-free treat that tastes completely indulgent? Nah, didn't think so. 😉
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Healthier Vegan Pecan Pie [No Corn Syrup]
A healthier vegan pecan pie that’s incredibly delicious with no eggs, no corn syrup and no refined sugar. It’s rich, sweet, caramel-ly, loaded with pecans and the perfect Christmas dessert. Plus, it’s so simple to make! No need to blind bake the crust or precook the filling.
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Vegan Almond Flour Cookies
Buttery soft, almond flour cookies are salty-sweet, melt in your mouth, bursts of deliciousness. They require only a few simple ingredients and are ready in less than 20 minutes. This is a great last-minute option that comes together super quickly. So if you're reading this the day before Christmas and forgot to do your baking, let this be it!
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Healthier Vegan Red Velvet Cupcakes [No Food Dye]
Crave-worthy healthy vegan red velvet cupcakes!! They're food dye free, made using natural ingredients, with a dairy-free cream cheese frosting, and they're so incredibly TASTY! A fantastic and festive plant-based dessert option for your Christmas dessert table.
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No Bake Vegan Cheesecake Minis
A date-sweetened oat crust with a creamy, sweet filling and fresh raspberry topping makes these no bake vegan cheesecake minis unforgettable! They're perfectly portioned, easy to make in advance, and the flavours and textures are brilliant.
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Healthier Shortbread Cookies
Just a few ingredients are needed for these delicious healthier shortbread cookies. If you're looking for a healthy Christmas cookie to enjoy, this one will not steer you wrong. Your taste buds will thank you!
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Air Fryer Baked Apples
Sweet, soft, caramel-ly, air fryer baked apples! Tastes like apple pie, but in a fraction of the time. You’ve got to try this simple, healthier dessert, it’s sure to be a hit.
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Sweet Potato Cookies
Soft and chewy, naturally sweetened, and absolutely delicious! These sweet potato cookies are healthy enough for breakfast and tasty enough for dessert. But the added sweet potato makes them festive enough to add to your vegan Christmas desserts too! Woohoo!
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Gingerbread Vegan Cheesecake Dip
It's creamy and rich, filled with warm holiday flavours, and makes the perfect dip you didn't even know you needed on your holiday dessert menu. Dunk your favourite fruits, ginger cookies, or graham crackers. Or, grab a spoon and dig in! Seriously! Yes, it's that good and no, do not want to miss this one!
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Vegan Shortbread Cookies
Shortbread cookies are a family favourite, especially during the holiday season. They're a fun treat that everyone will love to make and love to eat. They're sweet, crumbly, "buttery" and delicious! Plus, they only need 3 ingredients and you can get your kiddos to help. (They'll love it!) BONUS! These tasty treats double as a DIY vegan Christmas gift for family and friends!
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Vegan Blueberry Pie
This vegan blueberry pie is fresh and sweet with a hint of tart. A healthier spin on your traditional pie, with less sugar, no oil or butter, and a whole wheat crust! It’s simple to prepare, and incredibly delicious. Top with a scoop of nice cream for the ultimate treat.
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Air Fryer Pineapple
Sweet, caramel-ly air fryer pineapple! A perfect healthier vegan Christmas dessert option! Simple to make, with just 4 ingredients required and ready in under 20 minutes. You really can't beat this!
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Vegan Cranberry Oat Gelato by My Quiet Kitchen
This surprisingly healthy cranberry ice cream has a tart and refreshing flavor. Cranberry sauce is blended into a non-dairy base of milk, cashews, maple syrup, plus a small amount of oatmeal for that extra creamy element! Enjoy this Christmas dessert on a freshly baked pie or baked apples.
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Air Fryer Candied Pecans [Two Flavours]
Crunchy, addictive air fryer pecans in two delicious flavours with no eggs and no oil required! Perfect for snacking on their own as an after dinner treat or use these as a topping for pie! Either way, you'll thank me for this one.
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Chocolate Cranberry Bundt Cake by Crumb Top Baking
Chocolate Cranberry Bundt Cake is an easy and festive holiday dessert. It’s decadent and fudgy, and studded with vegan chocolate chips and tart fresh cranberries. Plus, it comes together in just one bowl! I love a one-bowl recipe, especially one that looks this good!
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Easy Vegan Ginger Cookies [Oil Free]
These delicious ginger cookies are slightly crispy on the outside, soft and chewy in the middle. Filled with holiday spices for a warming cookie that’s made in one bowl and ready in just 20 minutes! No chilling time or cookie cutters are required for these ones, making them a perfect last-minute holiday baking idea.
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Cranberry Muffins w/ Lemon
Vegan cranberry muffins are lightly sweetened, and use fresh cranberries and lemon to deliver bursts of tart flavour in every bite. Made with wholesome ingredients, one bowl, and ready in under 30 minutes! Are you noticing a cranberry trend? I'm a sucker for cranberries this time of year. If you love a tart dessert, you have to try this.
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Vegan Pumpkin Cupcakes
These secretly healthy vegan pumpkin cupcakes are made using surprising ingredients to deliver a delicious, yet wholesome dessert. Flavoured like pumpkin pie, but in perfect individual portions with a dairy-free cream cheese frosting. YUM! You need this vegan Christmas recipe!
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Vegan Pecan Butter Cookies
These pecan butter cookies are next level AMAZING. They’re moist, buttery soft, sweet and salty, and so so good! You’ll be amazed that these delicious treats are free from oil and butter, and still taste THIS great! A perfect additiona to your table of vegan Christmas desserts.
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Vegan Carrot Cake w/ Frosting by Nutriplanet
This healthy gluten-free carrot cake features gorgeous layers with a lemony cream cheese frosting and hidden cranberries. Despite its fancy façade, this carrot cake is easy to make, requiring only 10 ingredients. I'm definitely up for a simple and incredibly delicious dessert this holiday season!
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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
These are healthiest vegan chocolate cupcakes around, but they're nothing short of amazing! Or make it a chocolate cake! Featuring a chocolate mousse like frosting made using a base of black beans!
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Brownie Peppermint Cookies
For all the mint chocolate lovers out there, these are for you! Peppermint brownie cookies are a perfectly decadent treat! They’re nutty, chocolatey, rich, and indulgent with the perfect amount of peppermint flavour, garnished with crushed candy canes. PLUS, they're healthier classic versions, but JUST as delicious!
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Vegan Apple Bread [Oil Free]
Incredibly moist and made in one bowl, this apple bread is perfectly sweet with a beautiful cinnamon swirl. Perfect for fall, a holiday dessert, or any time you’ve got a few apples lying around. It freezes great too, making it perfect for a make ahead vegan Christmas dessert.
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Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
How about a Christmas breakfast cookie? Breakfast just got better with these tasty, chewy, cranberry oatmeal cookies. They’re refined sugar free, and made using wholesome ingredients, suitable for a healthy breakfast or dessert. I kid you not, these cookies are healthy! In fact, don't wait for Christmas for these delicious treats, you can enjoy these ones all year long.
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No Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Pie
Smooth, rich, creamy, pudding-like vegan peanut butter pie that dreams are made of! You will LOVE this incredible raw dessert that’s not only delicious but SO easy to make. Just blend, pour and freeze.
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Vegan Peppermint Bark by Keeping the Peas
This dark chocolate homemade peppermint bark is a healthier version of the holiday favorite! Made with coconut oil, dark cocoa powder, maple syrup, and peppermint extract. This delicious bark would also make great Christmas gifts!
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Gingerbread Energy Balls by Natalie’s Health
Chewy, extra soft and so delicious, these Gingerbread Truffles are like little super tasty power-treats perfect for the Holidays. These would be a welcome addition to your dessert table, but would also make a great breakfast too!
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Vegan Christmas Pudding by My Goodness Kitchen
With plump medjool dates, golden sultanas, dried cranberries and pears and a goodly swig of brandy, my favourite vegan Christmas pudding recipe makes creating a show-stopping Christmas dessert so easy. Easy and absolutely gorgeous, this Christmas dessert recipe has got it all.
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Hope you found some delicious vegan Christmas dessert recipes to enjoy this holiday season. Have a safe and happy holiday!
If you try any of these, please let me know about it in the comments below. I always love hearing from you! Don’t forget to Subscribe to This Healthy Kitchen to be among the first to get my new recipes! You can also FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter to see more delicious food and get all the latest updates.
Buon appetito
Rosa
Karen
Those recipes using gluten flour can gluten free flour be substituted?
Rosa
That will depend on the specific recipe, so I can’t make a blanket statement for all. Can you please post your question in the comment section of the specific recipe you’re interested in? Thanks!
grace
thanks for sharing your cookie recipes..will be sure to make. I was hoping the peppermint could be done without oil…dang…I wish
Rosa
You’re welcome. Most of the recipes included here are oil free, but the peppermint bark is not mine, so unfortunately I cannot recommend a substitute. Perhaps you may ask the blogger over Keeping the Peas if there is a possible sub.
Natalie
Wow everything looks so delicious. Thanks for making my Holiday baking a bit less stressful. I have plenty of recipes to choose from here. Can’t wait to start making. 🙂
rosa
Thanks so much, enjoy! 🙂
Kirsten
Wow this looks like quite the collection of vegan Christmas desserts! I want to make them all!!
rosa
Thanks Kirsten! Let me know which ones you try. 🙂