21 Incredible Vegan Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes
November 4, 2024
Thanksgiving dinner isn't complete without indulgent desserts, and you'll find plenty of 100% vegan choices here that are sure to impress. Whether you're looking for a classic pumpkin pie or apple crisp, or you want some fresh, new ideas like apple cake or pecan cookies, everything you need is right here!
While you're enjoying your Thanksgiving feast, you're going to want to remember to save plenty of room for dessert, because the treats on this list are simply amazing. Whether you're serving an all-vegan Friendsgiving or a crowd of omnivores, absolutely everyone will love these pies, cakes, cookies, and puddings.
If you need even more vegan Thanksgiving recipes, be sure to check out my collections of vegan Thanksgiving main dishes, vegan Thanksgiving side dishes, and complete vegan Thanksgiving menu.
Vegan Cheesecake
Easy? YesPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 55 minutesTotal Time: 6 hours![A slice of vegan cheesecake on a pie server, topped with raspberries and raspberry compote.]()
My vegan cheesecake is a super easy recipe that comes together in the blender and bakes up to creamy perfection in the oven. It's so good, no one will know it's vegan if you don't tell them!
Vegan Apple Crisp
Easy? YesPrep Time: 1 hour, 10 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes![Vegan apple crisp, topped with ice cream, and with caramel being drizzled on top.]()
Paired with a scoop of non-dairy vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel, there's no more iconic fall dessert than apple crisp. This vegan version has a crunchy oat topping and lots of tender cinnamon apples, and it can even be made gluten-free with one easy ingredient swap.
Vegan Pumpkin Cake
Easy? NoPrep Time: 35 minutesCook Time: 35 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes![A slice being removed from a vegan pumpkin cake with a cake server.]()
If you're considering making a cake for Thanksgiving, try this gorgeous pumpkin cake from Rainbow Nourishments, finished with maple cinnamon buttercream and homemade Biscoff pumpkins! Although cakes can be a little more work than other desserts, this one-bowl recipe results in a flavorful cake loaded with pumpkin purée and warm spices.
Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pies with Frosted Cranberries
Easy? YesPrep Time: 40 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes![Mini vegan pumpkin pies topped with pie crust leaves and frosted cranberries.]()
Skip the slicing and serve each guest their own mini pumpkin pie with this vegan recipe from Well Vegan. Leaves made from leftover pie crust make this dessert even cuter, and frosted cranberries add a sour flavor that combines perfectly with the sweet pumpkin pies!
Vegan Maple Candied Pecan Cookies
Easy? YesPrep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 12 minutesTotal Time: 37 minutes![Vegan candied pecan cookies on a sheet of parchment paper.]()
Pecan lovers will adore these delicious vegan cookies from The All Natural Vegan that are made with maple-candied pecans and pecan butter. This recipe is also great for guests with a variety of dietary restrictions, as it's oil-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
Vegan Vanilla Pudding
Easy? YesPrep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 15 minutes![Many jars of vegan vanilla pudding, topped with blueberries and whipped cream, with wooden spoons.]()
One of the easiest desserts on this list, this vegan vanilla pudding requires just 6 ingredients and 15 minutes! It has a rich, velvety flavor and texture, thanks to coconut milk, brown sugar, and real vanilla extract, and it's a great light option to balance the heavy Thanksgiving side dishes and main course. Layer it in a clear glass with vegan whipped cream and berries for a fancy twist worthy of the holidays.
Vegan Key Lime Pie
Easy? YesPrep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 4 hours![A top-down view of a vegan key lime pie with one slice being pulled out by a pie server.]()
After 15 years of living in South Florida, I've come to regard Key lime pie as a must-have in my Thanksgiving dessert spread. This recipe turns the classic dessert vegan with simple ingredients that taste just like the original!
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Easy? YesPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes![A stack of 2 vegan pumpkin muffins with more muffins and mini pumpkins in the background.]()
These pumpkin spice muffins are fluffy and flavorful, made with pumpkin purée and warm fall spices. They're topped with a sweet and crunchy streusel topping and tangy lemon icing drizzle. And if you have leftovers, they double as a sweet breakfast!
Vegan Blackberry Pie
Easy? YesPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 1 hour, 10 minutesTotal Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes![A slice of vegan blackberry pie on a plate, topped with vegan vanilla ice cream.]()
With a sweet and tangy blackberry filling and flaky, buttery pie crust, this vegan pie from Serene Trail is a must-have at your Thanksgiving table. Top it with your favorite vegan vanilla ice cream (I recommend Oatly or Wondermilk) to take this treat to the next level!
Mini Pumpkin Pie Sugar Cookies
Easy? YesPrep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 12 minutesTotal Time: 42 minutes![A mini pumpkin pie sugar cookie on a small plate, cut in half to show its filling, with more cookies in the background.]()
Can't decide between pumpkin pie and cookies? Why not have both with these mini pumpkin pie sugar cookies from Eat Fresh Glow! This recipe starts with a sugar cookie as the "crust" and fills it with a creamy pumpkin pie filling that hits all the notes of a favorite fall dessert.
Gluten-Free Vegan Peanut Butter Pie
Easy? YesPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 0 secondsTotal Time: 2 hours, 20 minutes![Gluten-free and vegan peanut butter pie, topped with chocolate, peanut butter, and peanuts, with a slice taken out.]()
This creamy, indulgent pie from Eat Fresh Glow tastes like a grown-up version of my childhood favorite, Reese's peanut butter cups. It's a delicious no-bake Thanksgiving dessert option, and it's gluten-free, too, with a crust made from cocoa powder and almond flour.
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Custard
Easy? YesPrep Time: 4 minutesCook Time: 4 minutesTotal Time: 8 minutes![Two bowls of vegan pumpkin custard, topped with vegan whipped cream.]()
These vegan pumpkin pie custards from ZardyPlants have all the creamy flavor of a pumpkin pie, but with a fraction of the work. Dress them up with some vegan whipped cream and cinnamon, and no one will know they took less than 10 minutes to make!
Vegan Apple Tart
Easy? NoPrep Time: 35 minutesCook Time: 1 hour, 10 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes![A vegan apple tart, sliced.]()
Your friends and family will never guess that this stunning apple tart from Chef Ani is vegan, and they might even think you bought it from a fancy bakery! With its flaky crust, custard-like filling, and fresh apples, it's the perfect finish to an amazing Thanksgiving meal.
Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting
Easy? NoPrep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour![vegan carrot cake cupcake on a plate with a bite eaten]()
These vegan carrot cake cupcakes feature warm cinnamon plus walnuts, raisins, coconut, and pineapple, making them a crowd favorite. They're topped off with a tangy vegan cream cheese icing that's made from scratch with no store-bought cream cheese required!
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bites
Easy? YesPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 0 secondsTotal Time: 20 minutes![Vegan pumpkin cheesecake bites, stacked, with a pie pumpkin in the background.]()
For a delicious, no-bake Thanksgiving dessert option that's also gluten-free and made with less sugar, try these pumpkin spice cheesecake bites from Haute and Healthy Living. They're easy to make ahead and store in the freezer; just pull them out 20 minutes before serving!
Vegan Apple Crisp Bars
Easy? YesPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour![Cut apple crisp bars on a parchment-lined cutting board.]()
This yummy recipe from the Well-Fed Baker starts with a gluten-free oat crust, then piles on layers of apple butter, apple slices, pecans, and cinnamon streusel. Pair it with some non-dairy vanilla ice cream for an extra-special treat!
Vegan Salted Chocolate Pecan Pie
Easy? YesPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 45 minutesTotal Time: 3 hours![A slice of vegan salted chocolate pecan pie on a plate, with the remainder of the pie in the background.]()
This vegan salted chocolate twist on a classic pecan pie is a rich and gooey treat that everyone is going to love. Even better, this vegan chocolate pecan pie from My Quiet Kitchen doesn't require refrigeration, so you can bring it to holiday gatherings without worrying about it melting along the way.
Gluten-free and Vegan Pumpkin Pie
Easy? YesPrep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 1 hourTotal Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes![A slice of vegan and gluten-free pumpkin pie topped with vegan whipped cream, with a piece of pie on the fork next to it.]()
If pumpkin pie is your thing, try this classic vegan recipe from Strength and Sunshine. Not only does it have a creamy pumpkin filling, it also has a flaky, buttery crust that happens to be gluten-free!
Vegan Bread Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce
Easy? YesPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 45 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 5 minutes![Vegan bread pudding in a casserole dish with a dairy-free butterscotch sauce.]()
Whether you're using up stale bread or drying out bread just to make this fantastic bread pudding, this vegan recipe from Serene Trail is an instant classic. It's paired with a rich butterscotch sauce that adds a bit of extra sweetness to this Thanksgiving treat.
Vegan Apple Galette
Easy? YesPrep Time: 50 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 2 hours![An apple galette with a slice being pulled away, topped with vegan ice cream; a peeled apple to the left, and a ramekin of brown sugar above.]()
Like apple pie, but much easier and with a little less sugar, this vegan apple galette has all the baked cinnamon apples you love, wrapped up in a rustic crust. Like many of the apple recipes on this list, it's delicious with a scoop of non-dairy vanilla ice cream.
Vegan Apple Cake
Easy? NoPrep Time: 1 hourCook Time: 50 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes![A side view of a three-layer vegan apple cake with apples between the layers.]()
Three layers of spiced cake are separated by a delicious bourbon-apple compote and finished with cinnamon frosting in this stunning vegan apple cake recipe from My Quiet Kitchen. It doesn't just taste amazing; it's also a guaranteed showstopper in your Thanksgiving dessert spread.
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