Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts
by Marly McMillen
Thanksgiving isn’t complete without decadent vegan desserts that everyone at the table will love. From classic pumpkin pie and apple pie to indulgent vegan chocolate treats, this roundup features over 45 easy vegan options—including pies, cakes, bars, cookies, and no-bake delights.
We’ve organized them into categories for easy browsing, with vegan pie classics up front and even more Thanksgiving recipes that double as crowd-pleasers. Many are naturally gluten-free or adaptable. Let’s dive in!
Hey, fellow dessert lovers! I’m your self-crowned Dessert Queen, and I’ve spent years perfecting plant-based sweets that make everyone at the table forget they’re vegan.
This Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts roundup is my love letter to the holiday: over 40 easy vegan recipes starring pumpkin pie, apple pie, vegan chocolate indulgence, and pecan pie nods. Whether you need gluten-free vegan Thanksgiving desserts or crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving recipes, I’ve got you covered with pies, cakes, bars, cookies, and no-bake stunners.
Grab your apron and let’s make this the sweetest Thanksgiving yet!
Classic Vegan Pies
Nothing screams Thanksgiving like a golden vegan pie cooling on the counter. These timeless vegan dessert recipes deliver flaky crusts and silky fillings. We’re talking pumpkin pie and apple pie classics that rival any dairy version, no eggs required.
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 Banana Cream Pie
This vegan banana cream pie has layers of deliciousness, including a cookie crust, vanilla filling, bananas, and coconut whipped topping.
Vegan Apple Pie
This gooey vegan apple pie has tender spiced apples baked in a buttery, flaky crust. Includes lattice tips for a bakery-style finish!
Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pie
This amazing Vegan Pumpkin Pie recipe is what you want to display on your holiday dessert table. It’s gorgeous, and delicious too!
Vegan Lemon Meringue Pie
This vegan lemon meringue pie is made with a tangy-sweet homemade lemon pie filling and topped with a gorgeous vegan meringue. If you’re looking for the best lemon pie, this recipe is perfect.
Chocolate Meringue Pie
This vegan chocolate meringue pie features a flaky crust with a rich, creamy chocolate pudding topped with lots of vegan meringue on top.
Vegan Coconut Meringue Pie
This vegan coconut meringue pie is the creamiest pie ever. Because It’s made with coconut milk, every bite is rich, creamy, and delicious. It’s a beautiful and delicious dessert recipe that you’ll love serving at holiday dinners and special occasions.
Looking for something specific? Here are even more vegan pie recipes to find exactly what you’re looking for!
Cheesecakes & Creamy Desserts
Rich, velvety vegan cheesecake dreams come true. Some are no-bake for zero stress. From vegan pumpkin cheesecake to vegan chocolate Oreo masterpieces, these easy vegan treats melt in your mouth and vanish from the platter.
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.
Irresistible Vegan Oreo Cheesecake
Get your forks ready for this decadent Vegan Oreo Cheesecake full of cookie crumbles in the crust and throughout the cheesecake, too.
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 Cheesecake
This Vegan New York Cheesecake has a buttery graham cracker crust and a delicious cheesecake filling. Watch the video to see how to make it!
Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake
This creamy vegan chocolate cheesecake recipe is a chocolate lover’s delight with an Oreo-infused crust and indulgently delicious filling. Every bite of this rich cheesecake is infused with chocolate, from the chocolate crust to the chocolate filling, and even the chocolate ganache topping.
Vegan Cheesecake-Stuffed Strawberries
Stuffed Strawberries are a creamy, healthy party dessert. Dairy-free, vegan stuffed strawberries are also a great low-carb keto option, too.
Cakes & Cupcakes
These are show-stopping Thanksgiving recipes that rise to the occasion. Think moist carrot cake, vibrant red velvet cake, and spiced pumpkin cupcakes. Perfect for slicing at the table or sneaking midnight bites, these vegan desserts for Thanksgiving are pure celebration.
Vegan Carrot Cake
This moist Vegan Carrot Cake is soft, spiced, and loaded with carrots. It’s an easy cake with a luscious dairy-free cream cheese frosting.
Vegan Coconut Cake
Tantalize your taste buds with our dreamy Vegan Coconut Cake! I love this rich blend of coconut flavors partnered with a luscious cashew cream filling.
Vegan Apple Cake
This old-fashioned vegan apple cake features a deliciously moist cake filled with apple and spices. It’s topped with brown sugar frosting.
Vegan Peanut Butter Cake
This vegan peanut butter cake is a dream dessert for all you peanut butter lovers! It’s a light and fluffy cake made with minimal ingredients.
Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
This vegan chocolate peanut butter cake is made with rich chocolate cake and creamy peanut butter frosting. Ganache on top is so delicious!
Suzy Q Cake
This homemade wacky Suzy Q cake is moist, ultra-chocolatey, and has a luscious cream filling. It’s easy, nostalgic, and downright delicious!
Vegan Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
This simple, sweet, vegan pineapple upside-down cake has a soft vanilla cake topped with baked-in pineapple slices and maraschino cherries.
Vegan Oreo Cake
Take your chocolate obsession to another level with this vegan Oreo cake. This moist chocolate cake is topped with Oreo frosting and ganache.
Pumpkin Spice Cake
Make this moist pumpkin spice cake with dairy-free cream cheese frosting. You’ll be enjoying this easy, indulgent cake in less than an hour!
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!
Vegan Pumpkin Cupcakes
Vegan pumpkin cupcakes are a pumpkin-spiced dream come true. Soft, moist, and topped with creamy frosting, they’re a perfect fall indulgence.
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!
Irresistible Vegan Cake Pops
This easy Vegan Cake Pops recipe features moist cake balls covered in chocolate and dipped in sprinkles. It’s a perfect party food all year!
Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
These moist vegan chocolate cupcakes are made from scratch, but super easy to make. Top them with chocolate frosting and colorful sprinkles.
Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes
Rich chocolate cupcakes are infused with cherry pie filling and topped with chocolate frosting. It’s the definition of delicious indulgence.
Bars, Brownies, and Bites
Easy vegan crowd-pleasers you can stack, pack, or snack. We’re talking fudgy pumpkin brownies, chewy vegan magic bars, and chocolate-covered peanut butter balls dipped in chocolate. Ideal gluten-free vegan Thanksgiving desserts that travel like champs.
Vegan Pecan Pie Bars
Indulge in our vegan pecan pie bars—gooey, nutty, totally plant-based and gluten-free friendly. It’s a holiday dessert you’ll want on repeat.
Vegan Magic Bars
These vegan magic bars are layered with chocolate, coconut, pecans, and condensed milk for a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s pure indulgence.
Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
Craving a healthy, no-bake treat? These Pumpkin Energy Balls are packed with fall flavors and nutrition – the perfect quick snack you’ll love!
Vegan Coconut Balls
Try the ultimate vegan coconut balls recipe! This simple 5-ingredient treat makes the most delicious snack you can share with your friends!
Vegan Pumpkin Brownies
Treat yourself with these amazing vegan pumpkin brownies! Rich, fudgy, and oh-so-satisfying, these brownies are the perfect baking project.
Vegan Peanut Butter Balls
You’ll love these no-bake Vegan Peanut Butter Balls with a creamy, sweet peanut butter center, dipped in smooth, rich dark chocolate!
Best Vegan Brownies
These rich, fudgy Vegan Brownies are moist, chewy, and absolutely loaded with chocolate. They’re perfect for the chocolate brownie lovers!
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Bars
Fall in love with these vegan pumpkin bars, with a buttery crust and delicious dairy-free pumpkin pie filling, topped with golden crumbles.
These ooey-gooey salted caramel chocolate chip cookie bars have a tasty cookie base, topped with a surprisingly creamy vegan caramel sauce.
Fruity Crisps and Cobblers
There’s nothing like a fruit crisp for the holidays. Whether it’s a crisp with a classic buttery oat topping or a cobbler, these desserts deliver comfy, fruity bites that are perfect served with whipped cream or ice cream. Make these the day before your big feast for the ultimate hostess reward (meal prepping!).
Vegan Blueberry Cobbler
Treat yourself to a deliciously simple vegan blueberry cobbler. Make this vegan dessert made with berries and a few simple ingredients today!
Vegan Blueberry Crumble
Having some good fresh fruit dessert recipes is high on my list and this Blueberry Crumble Recipe is both beautiful and delicious. I love a berry crumble because they’re much easier to make than a pie, and yet still so tasty!
Vegan Apple Crisp
This easy Vegan Apple Crisp features sliced apples cooked tender under a buttery, brown sugar oat topping. Serve with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce!
Vegan Pumpkin Crisp
Indulge yourself with these vegan pumpkin crisp bars and you’ll be rewarded with a tender, pumpkin filled center with a tasty crumble topping!
Crunchy, cozy vegan desserts for Thanksgiving that fill the house with the scent of cinnamon and joy. Vegan cookies are here to answer the call! Imagine soft pumpkin cookies, crackly snickerdoodles, and frosted pumpkin cookies, all proving that sweet potato isn’t the only fall star. Pair these with molasses chocolate chip cookies for the ultimate cookie plate.
Homemade Thin Mint Cookies boast a crispy chocolate cookie coated in dark chocolate! This vegan cookie is just as good as the original recipe.
These vegan pumpkin cookies are so soft, fluffy, and tender. Topped with vegan cream cheese frosting, you can’t ask for a better cookie!
Soft Molasses Cookies are made with brown sugar, molasses and, warm spices. Your kitchen will smell as good as these cookies taste!
These molasses chocolate chip cookies are so soft and chewy, they’ll soon become your favorite cookie ever — and they stay soft for days.
These Blueberry Chocolate Chip Cookies create a delicious cookie bursting with blueberries. Dried blueberries add tasty flavor and texture!
The rich flavors of cranberries and white chocolate come together with panache in these delicious Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor and the perfect texture as well! You’ll love the slightly crunchy cookie crust with a tender and chewy middle.
These Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies will make you push Santa out of the way for more. Tender cookies are full of chocolate and sprinkles!
These easy Confetti Cookies boast a crisp shell with a tender, chewy center with lots of sprinkles! Serve them for birthday parties, and more.
Closing Tips
- Gluten-Free Tweaks: Swap flours in any recipe for 1:1 GF blends—most pies and bars adapt seamlessly for gluten-free vegan Thanksgiving desserts.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Pies and cheesecakes freeze beautifully; cookies and bars store for days.
- Pro Tip from the Dessert Queen: Top everything with coconut whipped cream, vegan vanilla ice cream, or vegan chocolate ganache for extra wow.
Frequently-Asked Questions
Can these vegan desserts be made gluten-free?
Yes! Swap wheat flour for a 1:1 gluten-free blend in any recipe. Crustless options like **vegan no-bake cheesecake** and **chocolate-covered peanut butter balls** are naturally gluten-free.
What's the easiest vegan Thanksgiving dessert for beginners?
Start with **easy chocolate fudge** or **No-bake vegan cheesecake**—both require zero baking and only a few ingredients.
How far ahead can I make vegan pumpkin pie?
Bake up to 3 days in advance (store chilled) or freeze for 1 month. Thaw overnight and top with coconut whip before serving.
Are there nut-free vegan Thanksgiving desserts?
Absolutely—try **vegan snickerdoodles**, **apple crisp** (with oat topping), or **pumpkin cookies** made with sunflower seed butter.
What's a kid-friendly vegan dessert for Thanksgiving?
**Vegan chocolate cupcakes** and **Oreo Truffles** are always a hit. Let kids help decorate them with sprinkles or chocolate chips.
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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