19 Vegan Christmas Desserts
by Marly McMillen
Is there anything sweeter than sharing festive treats that everyone can enjoy? For me, creating vegan Christmas desserts is a holiday tradition that’s as much about spreading joy as it is about satisfying a sweet tooth.
Whether it’s the aroma of gingerbread baking, the sparkle of peppermint-topped brownies, or the rich indulgence of chocolate truffles, these plant-based delights prove that holiday magic doesn’t need butter or cream. From cookie swaps to family gatherings, these desserts bring everyone together—because the best part of the holidays is sharing love, laughter, and, of course, dessert!
Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering, treating yourself to some festive indulgence, or leaving something sweet for Santa, I’ve got the ultimate collection of vegan Christmas dessert ideas to make your season bright. These plant-based treats are guaranteed to delight and spread holiday cheer. Let’s dive into the deliciousness!
Vegan No-Bake Cheesecake
Whip up this easy no-bake vegan cheesecake that’s gluten and dairy-free friendly! Creamy filling on a buttery crust—perfect easy dessert.
Festive and fun, these Vegan Christmas Pinwheel Cookies are easy to make, delicious, and perfect for your holiday cookie platter or gift-giving!
Vegan Christmas Donuts
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Baked Vegan Christmas Donuts! These are moist and tender donuts with yummy holiday decorations on top!
Vegan Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
These vegan red velvet whoopie pies feature soft red cookies with creamy filling. These yum treats are easy to make and impossible to resist!
Vegan snowball cookies are buttery shortbread cookies infused with nuts and topped with powdered sugar. They’re melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Vegan Peanut Butter Fudge
Six-ingredient easy vegan peanut butter fudge is creamy, sweet, and infused with peanut butter flavor. It’s rich and delicious in every bite!
Vegan Toffee
Homemade vegan toffee is a buttery, rich treat, topped with toasted pecan and dark chocolate. With only 7 ingredients, it’s so easy to make!
Vegan Christmas Crack
Vegan Christmas crack is one of the easiest holiday candies ever! Made with saltine crackers, you’ll love every crispy sweet and salty bite!
These rich, buttery vegan shortbread cookies are a delicacy perfect for the holidays or any time of year. Add sprinkles to make them festive!
Vegan Pecan Pie
This vegan pecan pie is a vegan version of the classic favorite. You’ll get simple ingredients, easy instructions, and a delicious pecan pie!
Vegan Black Forest Cake
This vegan Black Forest cake features layers of chocolate cake, vegan whipped cream, and cherry sauce. It’s a feast of flavors for dessert!
Vegan Christmas Tree Cupcakes
These vegan Christmas tree cupcakes may look difficult, but they’re surprisingly easy to make and fun to eat! It’s a festive dessert!
These Vegan Gingerbread Cookies are dairy-free and delicious. Try pairing these with a glass of your favorite plant-based milk for a perfect winter treat!
Vegan Peppermint Bark
This vegan peppermint bark has white and dark chocolate with crushed peppermint on top. It’s a perfect holiday sweet for parties or gifts.
Christmas Puppy Chow
Christmas Puppy Chow is a delicious holiday treat you can serve for parties or even give as gifts! It’s a must-have recipe for the holidays!
Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake
This smooth and creamy, rich Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake is a combination of flavors such as pumpkin and ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
Vegan Red Velvet Cake
The most incredible Vegan Red Velvet Cake is moist, soft, buttery, and is topped with a simple, homemade frosting. It’s a crowd favorite!
These Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies will make you push Santa out of the way for more. Tender cookies are full of chocolate and sprinkles!
Vegan Fudge
This five-star Easy Vegan Fudge recipe makes a luscious, edible holiday gift. Share it with family, friends, and coworkers for the holidays!
These vegan sugar cookies are soft and perfect for decorating. Add your favorite frosting and sprinkles for the holidays or any time of year.
About the Author
Hi! I’m Marly McMillen. I’m the founding editor, author, recipe developer, vegan home chef, and food stylist behind Namely Marly. I’m so grateful to you and every member of my audience for your support and dedication. More about Namely Marly ›
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