Christmas | Vegan Recipes
ByKarissa
Holidays are notoriously overwhelming for vegans. Attending all those Christmas events with very limited cruelty-free options…if any at all! Try some of these vegan Christmas recipes this year.
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Whether you’re having a small gathering with just yourself and your dog (sounds ideal honestly) or joining a huge group of family friends, you can enjoy the festivities with plenty of incredible, holiday-table-worthy vegan food.
There are tons of options on this list for every occasion – Christmas breakfast, appetizers to snack on throughout the day, main dishes, sides, and desserts.
I hope you find some vegan Christmas recipes here that you love.
Christmas Morning Breakfast
Delicious, comforting recipes to enjoy after opening presents.
Fluffy Vegan Pancakes
Easy, fluffy vegan pancakes from scratch! These pancakes are perfect for a simple breakfast when you're craving something sweet and hearty.
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Vegan Biscuits and Gravy
Fluffy buttermilk biscuits topped with tempeh sausage gravy. This is a delicious breakfast the whole family will enjoy!
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Vegan French Toast
Easy vegan french toast made in less than 30 minutes with 6 simple ingredients.
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Carrot Cake Pancakes
These carrot cake pancakes have everything you love from the traditional dessert!
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Vegan Breakfast Tacos
These easy vegan breakfast tacos are made with roasted potatoes and tofu scramble. Add your favorite toppings like mushrooms, vegan sour cream and cheese, and/or tomatoes!
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Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes
I refuse to believe that pumpkin is a Thanksgiving-only flavor.
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Vegan Blueberry Lemon Bread
Sweet and tangy blueberry lemon bread topped with an (optional) delicious lemon glaze.
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Veggie and Bean Vegan Breakfast Hash
This vegan breakfast hash contains potatoes, vegetables, and your favorite beans. Make this recipe in a skillet or in the oven.
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Tofu Scramble
Vegan tofu scramble made with extra firm tofu and seasonings like nutritional yeast, Kala Namak salt, and paprika. You can add your favorite veggies for some added nutritional benefit and tastiness.
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Appetizers
Easy appetizers to snack on before the main event.
Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip
This spicy, creamy vegan buffalo chicken dip is a great holiday appetizer and one of our traditions! Dip crackers or veggies in it.
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BBQ Cauliflower Wings
These flavorful BBQ cauliflower wings are the perfect appetizer bites for any occasion.
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Vegan Bean Dip
Easy vegan bean dip makes a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack!
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Vegan Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Ball
Tasty party appetizer idea coming right up! This Cranberry Pistachio Vegan Cheese Ball even fits the color theme.
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Vegan Spinach Dip
Simple creamy dip with fresh spinach. I love serving this cold dip in a bread bowl.
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Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
Enter: the hotter cousin to the regular spinach dip above. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or a sliced baguette.
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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
Easy vegan buffalo cauliflower wings are the perfect spicy appetizer bites.
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Vegan Nacho Cheese
Cheesy, creamy, a little spicy, full of flavor – this vegan nacho cheese is delicious and healthy.
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Vegan Pretzel Bites
Fluffy and soft vegan pretzel bites that are easy to make and ready in less an hour! Enjoy with your favorite savory dip for an appetizer or snack.
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Vegan Beer Cheese Dip
Creamy, mouth-watering, and super flavorful vegan beer cheese dip…made in 10 minutes! Enjoy this dairy-free dip as a snack or appetizer.
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Vegan Queso
Creamy and spicy white vegan queso made with cashews and green chilis in just five minutes in your blender.
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Main Dishes
Roasted Glazed Tofu
Vegan Christmas "ham" roast made with just 5 simple ingredients, including a block of tofu and a brown sugar pineapple glaze.
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Whole Roasted Cauliflower
This show-stopping vegan pot roast is made with a whole head of cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, and delicious gravy.
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Vegan Stuffed Shells
Vegan stuffed shells with tofu and cashew ricotta are lighter, healthier and cheaper––not to mention tastier––than other stuffed shell recipes!
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Vegan Boil
This vegan boil is going to be our main dish for Christmas a couple years ago and we loved it. It can be made right on your stovetop and of course, contains no crab or other seafood. It's loaded with veggies, vegan sausages, and an incredible cajun butter sauce!
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Vegan Wellington
No beef needed for this vegan wellington! Only veggies, lentils, and sunflower seeds. Total flavor explosion, wrapped in puff pastry, for a yummy Christmas dinner.
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Black Bean Enchiladas
Enchiladas…for Christmas? Yeah, why not?! Switch it up this year with a different cuisine.
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Impossible Burger Meatballs
Easy meatless meatballs made with Impossible burger! Serve with a big bowl of spaghetti and sauce.
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Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup
This is me giving you permission to just make a big pot of soup for dinner.
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Vegan Stuffed Peppers
Vegan stuffed peppers with rice, meatless "beef", and a rich tomato sauce.
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Tofu Parmesan
Vegan tofu parmesan is incredibly crispy with savory tomato sauce and al dente spaghetti: an easy vegan Christmas dinner.
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Vegan Pot Pie
The best vegan pot pie made with chickpeas and vegetables. What could be cozier for Christmas?
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Side Dishes
Vegan Mashed Potatoes
Perfectly fluffy and creamy vegan mashed potatoes seasoned with garlic.
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Easy Vegan Gravy
You absolutely need gravy to go with your mashed potatoes!
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Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese
Delicious, cheesy, and creamy vegan baked mac and cheese! This recipe is nut-free and soy-free.
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Easy Vegan Dinner Rolls
Soft and fluffy vegan dinner rolls made with 6 simple ingredients.
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Vegan Cheddar Biscuits
These vegan cheddar biscuits are cheesy, garlicky, and so easy to make!
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Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Easy oven roasted sweet potatoes, crispy on the outside and soft in the middle.
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Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
Great as a side dish (or a main meal, let's be real) these homemade vegan scalloped potatoes are "cheesy" and delicious.
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Easy Vegan Drop Biscuits
These vegan buttermilk drop biscuits are so fluffy and buttery!
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Best Vegan Stuffing
This easy vegan stuffing is incredibly delicious and requires only simple ingredients. A classic Thanksgiving side dish turned veg-friendly!
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Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Easy, crispy, garlicky roasted Brussels sprouts. Top with vegan parmesan!
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Garlic Roasted Potatoes
Crispy, easy-to-make garlic roasted potatoes.
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Desserts
Vegan Chocolate Pecan Pie
Rich and delicious vegan chocolate pecan pie for the holidays.
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Vegan Apple Crisp
Delicious vegan apple crisp with an oat and brown sugar topping. This recipe can easily be made gluten-free.
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Vegan Chocolate Pie
Decadent, creamy vegan chocolate pie made with simple ingredients. This is my favorite vegan Christmas dessert.
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Vegan Chocolate Cookies
These vegan double chocolate cookies are super moist, fudgy, and best of all: made using 1 bowl!
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Vegan Buckeyes
Vegan buckeyes (a.k.a. chocolate-covered peanut butter balls) are a sweet no-bake dessert to enjoy for the holidays.
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Foolproof Vegan Fudge
If you don't have a candy thermometer, this is the easy vegan fudge recipe you need! Creamy, smooth, and decadent.
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Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
Easy, melt-in-your-mouth vegan peanut butter cookies.
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Vegan Cherry Pie
This lattice-topped vegan cherry pie is the perfect holiday dessert with frozen fruit and a homemade crust.
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Vegan Magic Cookie Bars (7-Layer Bars)
These magic cookie bars are layered with a graham cracker crust, a gooey chocolatey middle, coconut chips and pecans.
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Vegan Pecan Pie
Easy vegan pecan pie with a custard-like filling. This classic dessert is totally egg-free and packed with chopped pecans!
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Best Vegan Chocolate Cake
Easy vegan chocolate cake made in one bowl. So moist, fudgy, rich, and delicious. Top with the included chocolate buttercream frosting or your favorite.
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