30+ Delicious Vegan Christmas Desserts

Christmas is a time for indulgence! One of my favourite parts of Christmas is the delicious vegan Christmas desserts. From Christmas cake, cheesecake and truffles to trifles, sweetbreads and of course, my favourite, chocolate desserts. These delicious and fun recipes (that no one will even know are vegan!) are from us and other wonderful bloggers to make sure you have the most mouth-watering Christmas. If you love sweet treats at Christmas, then you have to check out these 35 Yummiest Vegan Christmas Cookies.

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🍇Fruit Cake

So I probably ate half of our Christmas cake before Christmas even arrived, and then had to put the rest in the freezer to keep me away! Yep, it was that good! Fruit cake is one of our top vegan Christmas desserts but can be made all year round. You'll need a good cake tin like these spring-form loose bottom tins for super easy cake extraction!

We have other fruit cakes here too full of festive flavours such as cranberry and orange.

The Best Vegan Christmas Cake

This amazing Vegan Christmas Cake is densely packed full of fruit, nuts, brandy and all best the festive flavours! Decorate it with an array of nuts and glace cherries for a show-stopping Christmas.

Cranberry Cake

This vegan two-layer Cranberry Cake is absolutely oil free and yet soft and fluffy. It has a nice sweet flavor along with a bit of tang from the fruit and creamy texture from the icing. It's a beautiful holiday treat which is a must on your dessert table. Recipe by Kiip Fit

The Best Gluten-Free Vegan Fruit Cake

Whatever your opinion is, it's not Christmas without the classic traditional fruitcake! However you like your Christmas cake, this is The Best Gluten-Free Vegan Fruitcake to try! This easy recipe is allergy-free (no nuts!), refined sugar-free with natural dried fruit, alcohol-free, kid-friendly, and perfect for gifting or dessert! Recipe by Strength and Sunshine

Super Moist Cranberry Orange Bundt cake

This Cranberry Orange Bundt cake is so simple and bursting with flavor. Wonderful combination of fresh tart cranberries and lightly sweetened range creates a moist and delightful cake. We're not kidding when we say that you won't be able to get enough of this cake. The perfect eggless cake for breakfast, snacking or dessert. Recipe by The Belly Rules the Mind

🥮Cheesecake

What's not to love? Especially when you can make these vegan AND gluten-free - everyone's catered for! Vegan Christmas desserts deserve to look incredible, be made from natural ingredients and be inclusive. You can thank us later for these delicious recipes.

Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

A glorious vegan baked cheese cake with all the yummy flavours of pumpkin spice, plus a delicious toffee sauce! 

Vegan Cranberry Cheesecake (No Bake)

Delicious, gorgeous, and so easy to prepare, this vegan cranberry cheesecake is perfect for the holiday season or anytime you need an easy and impressive dairy-free dessert. Make with fresh or frozen cranberries (or store-bought cranberry sauce). Just blend, pour, and chill. Recipe by My Quiet Kitchen

🍫Chocolate

It's no secret that chocolate is one of my favourite things in the world. Often, when I think of Christmas, I think of chocolate! My Dad also loves vegan Christmas desserts that are chocolate-based, so I had to include this section. If you love chocolate desserts check out our Best Vegan Chocolate Desserts!

Vegan Chocolate Orange Cake

This recipe for vegan chocolate orange cake creates a beautifully soft and fluffy texture with melt-in-your-mouth chocolate orange frosting. With simple ingredients this cake is loaded with fresh orange zest and juice and doesn't rely on any artificial flavoring! Recipe by Lettuce Veg Out

3 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Mousse

This deep, dark chocolate coconut mousse is truly worthy of a celebration. Creamy, velvety and rich, and perfect for Christmas. Recipe by Good From The Heart

Gluten-free Chocolate Yule Log

This Gluten-Free Vegan Yule Log is moist and fluffy, rich and indulgent, and coated in a velvety chocolate buttercream made with sweet, creamy chestnuts! It looks impressive, is perfect for sharing and is refined sugar free too. Recipe by Rhian's Recipes

Vegan Gingerbread Christmas Brownies

Gooey, cute and indulgent, these vegan gingerbread brownies are Christmas spiced and feature the most delicious gingerbread!

🍮Christmas Pudding

Probably the most traditional of all vegan Christmas desserts is Christmas pudding. If this is something you'd rather buy, there are lots of options out there, such the M&S gluten-free vegan version, and one by Sin (which is also gluten-free).

Vegan Christmas Pudding

This traditional British vegan Christmas pudding is every bit as rich, moist and festive as its non-vegan original version - we bet you won't be able to tell the difference! Recipe by The Veg Space

The Ultimate Vegan Christmas Pudding

Dark, rich, fruity and very traditional, Vegan Christmas Pudding. It's surprisingly easy to make and so deliciously festive! A Virtual Vegan

Vegan Christmas Pudding

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. Recipe by My Goodness Kitchen

Gluten-free Vegan Christmas Pudding

This Gluten-Free Vegan Christmas Pudding is super moist, warmly spiced and really easy to make. It's fruity, not too heavy or sweet, not gummy or doughy, and is healthier than the traditional version. It's made in one bowl, is boiled/steamed in a pan so doesn't require an oven, and is refined sugar free too. Recipe by Rhian's Recipes

🥧Pies

Warming, festive and full of Christmas cheer. From pumpkin and pecan, to mince pie and cranberry, these are vegan Christmas desserts that totally suit the colder weather. If you love pies at Christmas, then we have a fabulous collection of savoury pies, perfect for Christmas dinner, in this selection of Ultimate Vegan Christmas Mains.

The GREAT Pumpkin Pie! (vegan, soy-free, oil-free, gluten-free)

It's the GREAT Pumpkin Pie! This vegan and gluten-free pumpkin pie has been a reader favourite for years! Recipe by Dreena Burton

Vegan Chocolate Pecan Orange Pie

A delicious and indulgent chocolate dessert made with rich pecans and a hint of tangy orange. Oh. And its vegan!

Vegan Cranberry Tart

This Vegan Cranberry Tart is bursting with sweet-tart flavour, and is gluten-free, no-bake, and made with just seven ingredients. Make it a day in advance for a perfect, no-fuss holiday dessert. Recipe by My Quiet Kitchen

Vegan Pecan Cream Pie

This Pecan Cream Pie recipe is easy, requiring only 9 ingredients and incredibly delicious. Made with coconut cream and naturally sweetened with dates, it's vegan, oil-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free (but you'd never know!). Recipe by Healthy My Lifestyle

6 Ingredient Mince Pie Baklava

A lovely twist on the Christmas Classic that everyone will love. Loads of spiced fruit mince layered with buttery, flaky filo pastry into a yummy Baklava!

Vegan Salted Chocolate Pecan Pie

With a sweet, caramel-like filling, toasted pecans, and chunks of dark chocolate, this Vegan Salted Chocolate Pecan Pie will wow the whole family! And it's perfect for making in advance. Recipe by My Quiet Kitchen

🍡Truffles

Chocolate boxes are definitely a Christmas tradition. But how about making your own? Healthier, cheaper and ideal for that special handmade gift. Of course, you can buy chocolates, such as this Booja Booja truffle selection, which is organic, made from natural ingredients and totally delicious.

Vegan Chocolate Truffles

This trio of Vegan Christmas Chocolate Truffles is beautiful, indulgent and tastes divine. They are also very easy to make. They make the perfect last minute gift for loved ones, or you can eat the lot yourself!

Melt-in-your-mouth Gingerbread Truffles

These Gingerbread Truffles will melt in your mouth. Literally. They are gluten free and dairy free. Make them as a gift, for your own holiday entertaining, or just to enjoy noshing on yourself. Recipe by Pink Fortitude

Granny's Famous Rum Balls made Vegan

A classic Australian recipe that I've veganised! Rum Balls are always a hit at Christmas time, so be sure to make extra to take along to any parties you're off to over the festive period.

Bounty Balls 2 Ways

These healthy vegan Bounty "snow" balls are super easy to make with just 4 ingredients! Bursting with delicious coconut flavor, our homemade recipe tastes almost like the "original" but is made with real food instead. Recipe by Nutriciously

🍥Trifle

You need desserts all around the Christmas period, and especially for entertaining. Trifles make the perfect vegan Christmas desserts as they look so beautiful with their layers! If you need more entertaining ideas, we have incredible vegan Christmas canapes such as these Spicy 'n' Sweet Vegan Cranberry Bean Balls.

Vegan Black Forest Trifle

These creamy, decadent, chocolatey vegan black forest trifle cups are easy to make yet look sophisticated. Perfect for treating friends and family over the holidays and other special occasions. Recipe by The Minimalist Vegan

Vegan Chocolate Chestnut & Raspberry Trifle

A delicious and decadent dessert treat made with chocolate brownies, chestnut puree and tangy raspberries.

🍞Sweet Breads

Full of tradition, warmth and comfort, no one can resist a sweet bread. These make beautiful vegan Christmas desserts, especially for entertaining. We're loving the stollen, cinnamon rolls and scones, all with festive flavours such as lemon and cranberry.

Vegan Lemon Curd Rolls

These beautiful & festive vegan lemon curd rolls add the perfect surprise element to your Christmas dinner. They're based on a simple homemade lemon curd, while pecans, lemon peel & a shiny apricot glaze kick it up another notch. Recipe by My Vegan Minimalist

Vegan Stollen With Marizpan Filling

This vegan version of traditional stollen is made with brandy-soaked fruit and nuts, marzipan filling, and powdered sugar coating. It's well worth the time spent for a Christmas treat! Recipe by Seitan Beats Your Meat

Vegan Blood Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Wake your family with the delicious aroma of orange cinnamon rolls baking in the oven! Soft, with the right amount of sugar, a pink citrus glaze and no animal ingredients, these blood orange cinnamon rolls will make your breakfast sweeter. Recipe by Milk and Pop

Vegan Gingerbread Scones with Cranberry Sauce

These Vegan Gingerbread Scones with Cranberry Glaze are an absolute favorite. Sweetened primarily with molasses, these scones have the perfect bold, yet sweet, flavor with hints of spicy ginger. Recipe by Short Girl Tall Order

🍬Fudge

If you want to handmake your gifts, then fugde is a lovely vegan Christmas dessert to bring round to friends for dinner. They'll never guess it's vegan. If you want to buy your fudge, we recommend Enjoy Raw; they're a raw vegan fugde business run by a husband and wife in the UK. I love their vanilla flavour.

Cinnamon Coconut Fudgies

A gooey caramel treat that's somewhere between a Blondie & Fudge. Don't tell anyone it's vegan!

The Best Vegan Holiday Fudge

It doesn't get much easier, or more delicious, than this amazing vegan fudge. It's dense, rich, and takes minutes to make. Recipe by Go Dairy Free

Old Fashioned Vegan Homemade Fudge

Enjoy a bite of pure bliss with this traditional melt-in-your-mouth smooth, creamy and lusciously rich chocolate fudge recipe. Just like Grandma's - but with a vegan twist! Recipe by The Carrot Underground

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Vanessa x