If you’re vegan, there’s no need to deprive yourself of delicious treats and desserts. There are tons of recipes out there that will satisfy your sweet tooth while also adhering to your cruelty-free diet. However, even if you’re not vegan, you may have reasons for wanting desserts that are plant-based and dairy-free.
The vegan desserts on this list pack just as much flavor and they are easy to make too. You can have your own brownies, pies, cookies, or cakes and they’ll all be vegan.
As a dessert lover, you might wonder if indulging in sweets can fit with a vegan lifestyle. The good news is that there’s a growing range of vegan dessert options that are both delicious and cruelty-free. This article will introduce you to some marvelous vegan treats that will satisfy your cravings without compromising your dietary preferences.
Creating vegan desserts doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste or texture. By using plant-based substitutions like almond milk, flaxseeds, and agave nectar, you can enjoy many traditional desserts without animal-derived ingredients. The dishes we’ll explore in this article showcase the incredible variety of flavors and textures that can be achieved using only vegan ingredients.
Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or looking to incorporate more plant-based foods into your diet, these vegan dessert recipes will inspire you to explore the delightful world of cruelty-free sweets. From chocolate treats to fruity delights, you’ll discover that a vegan diet doesn’t mean missing out on your favorite indulgences.
Brownies are a chocolate lover’s delight and this vegan recipe is no exception.
What makes these brownies vegan is they use dates for the sweetener so you can still satisfy your sweet tooth.
They’re moist, just how brownies should be! Cover them with your favorite chocolate frosting and sprinkle some nuts on top to give it that extra crunch.
You’ll love the contrast of flavors in this vegan peppermint mocha cupcake recipe.
The rich chocolate cake is a perfect complement to the peppermint mocha frosting and you get the best of both worlds with every bite. Plus, you can add a cute little candy cane on top so no one can resist them.
If you’re looking for vegan desserts that will bring in new appetites, this recipe is a great start because it’s so tasty.
Instead of using cow milk to make this ice cream, you’ll use some coconut cream instead.
This mint chocolate chip ice cream is great for kids because it’s dairy-free, but still just as tasty!
You can sub out the coconut cream for raw cashews, which will give it that extra creamy texture you’ll love. The best part about making ice cream is everything goes in the blender so there’s very little work involved.
Freeze for 12 hours and after that, you’re ready to indulge in some dairy-free ice cream.
This recipe has been around since the depression but it tastes just as good now as it did then.
This vegan cake is made with no butter, milk, or eggs, so it’s something you can enjoy without feeling guilty. Use it sparingly though, because it’s still high in sugar.
It does use oil which makes the whole thing pretty moist compared to other cakes out there.
This vegan chocolate mousse cake recipe makes it clear that there’s more to vegan desserts than fruit.
It’s a decadent chocolate dessert and you won’t believe it’s dairy-free. This is a great recipe if you’re showing someone that vegan food isn’t just bland fruits and vegetables, but actually tastes amazing too.
It’s one of the best loaves you can have for breakfast because it has a lot of flavors but not too much sugar so you can have it in the morning without regretting it later on.
Try making this recipe even if you think you aren’t a fan of zucchini because not only is this bread good but it’ll also get you to start liking zucchini.
You can’t have this vegan peach cobbler recipe without some vegan ice cream waiting on the side.
What’s awesome about this recipe is you don’t have to worry about making the filling differently because it’s already vegan.
The topping is the only part you need to watch out for.
The cobbler is great at parties because you can whip it up quickly, serve it with vegan ice cream, and have your guests enjoying a sweet treat in no time.
This vegan recipe will show you how to make them taste just like the real thing without any dairy.
What’s awesome about this recipe is you can make it super big or small depending on how many people you need to serve.
If you want to make it even better, throw in some vegan chocolate chips but be warned, they won’t last long.
Since these are vegan cookies they won’t last as long so be sure to store them in an airtight container and try not to sneak too many before they hit the table.
Zucchini and cake don’t go together very often but this chocolate zucchini recipe is a great way to combine a dessert and a vegetable.
If you really want to make it full of chocolate, you could use some vegan dark chocolate to enhance the richness.
This recipe takes some time to prepare so you want to start a couple of days ahead and you can even freeze it to speed things along.
Since zucchini is an easy veggie to grow in your backyard or on your balcony, this vegan dessert is perfect for those that want to use fresh veggies.
If you do buy it, make sure you buy organic because these vegetables are the main ingredients and the more you invest in your ingredients, the better the dessert will taste.
If you aren’t as much of a chocolate lover as your friends, mix things up with this blondie recipe.
The best part is, it’s a vegan dessert that won’t turn your friends away because it tastes delicious and they won’t even know it’s vegan.
Its one of th easier vegan baking recipes but you want to throw in a pinch of sea salt to really bring out all the flavors.
These blondies are also great for snacking on while you’re watching your favorite show or to store in the fridge and take out when you want something sweet after dinner.
Snowball cookies are round cookies that are totally covered in powdered sugar.
These cookies are pretty easy to make because they don’t take a ton of ingredients but if you really want them to shine you should add some nuts to the recipe.
They will give them a nice texture that goes perfectly with the smooth powdered sugar.
Cassie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Community. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book "Healthy Eating Through the Garden" will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Cassie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.
