Looking for vegan Christmas recipes? I’ve got you covered! Here’s a list of 65 recipes, which are all vegan as well as gluten-free and refined sugar free. They’re all made using simple plant-based ingredients and are relatively healthy too!
I’ve prepared a selection of cosy breakfasts, shareable appetizers + snacks, hearty mains + sides as well as indulgent desserts.
When cooking for a big occasion, preparing as much in advance as possible is key, so each recipe below includes details of whether it can be prepared ahead of time and tips for how best to store and reheat before serving.
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Breakfasts
1. Matcha Overnight Oats
These Matcha Overnight Oats are a festively colourful, easy, and filling breakfast!
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
2. Fluffy Pancakes
These Fluffy Pancakes are simultaneously pillowy and chewy on the inside, and perfectly crispy on the outside. As an added bonus, they’re super easy to make – no blender or aquafaba required!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
In a dry frying pan or the toaster.
3. Apple Bread
This Apple Bread is fruity, fragrant and perfect for sharing!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
In a toaster.
4. Cinnamon Rolls
These Cinnamon Rolls are perfectly fluffy, sweet and buttery and just as delicious as the traditional version!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
5. White Bean Scramble with Almond Bacon
This White Bean Scramble with Almond Bacon is satisfying, super easy to make, full of flavour and topped with salty-sweet, smoky almond bacon!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
In a dry frying pan – add a splash of water as you reheat to make sure it doesn’t get too dry.
6. Apple Muffins
These Apple Muffins are subtly spiced and packed full of juicy apples!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
7. Banana Oatmeal
This Banana Oatmeal is comforting and warming, sweet and creamy and free from added sugar!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
8. Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal
This Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal is creamy, perfectly chewy, sweet and fruity.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance if you don’t mind eating it cold. If you want it to be warm, it’s best to make it fresh.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
9. Carrot Muffins
These Carrot Muffins are moist and fluffy, fragrant and fruity and perfect for a healthy breakfast!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
10. Banana Walnut Bread
This Banana Walnut Bread is seriously moist, toasty and fragrant and completely free from added sugar!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
In a toaster.
Appetizers + Snacks
11. Candied Nuts
I seriously cannot recommend these Candied Nuts enough: an insanely moreish but guilt-free snack that takes less than 10 minutes to make!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
12. Mushroom Pâté
This Mushroom Pâté is rich and meaty, smooth and silky and so nutritious.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
13. Vegan Cashew Cheese Ball
This Vegan Cashew Cheese Ball is creamy, tangy and full of flavour! It’s perfect for sharing and makes an impressive appetizer!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
14. Italian Hummus
This Italian Hummus is made with creamy white beans and flavoured with fragrant rosemary.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
15. Vegan Brie
This Vegan Brie is surprisingly similar to the real thing, easy to make and seriously addictive!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
16. Vegan Sausage Rolls
These Sausage Rolls are crispy and flaky, full of flavour and seriously moreish!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when fresh, but keep for a couple of days.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
Mains + Sides
17. Celeriac Fries
These Celeriac Fries are a great alternative to sweet potato fries – they’re sweet, nutty and crispy!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when fresh.
18. Scalloped Sweet Potato Gratin
This Scalloped Sweet Potato Gratin is easy to make, luxuriously rich and creamy and packed full of sweet, tender sweet potatoes!
How long in advance can this be made?
The sauce can be made a day in advance and can be stored in a baking dish with the sliced sweet potatoes. Then put in the oven just before serving.
19. Swedish Meatballs
These Swedish Meatballs are rich and “meaty”, seriously comforting and covered in a creamy gravy!
How long in advance can this be made?
The meatball mixture can be made a couple of days in advance and stored in the fridge, but baking the meatballs and making the gravy is best done just before serving.
20. Apple Fig Walnut Salad
Crunchy apples, jammy dried figs, earthy walnuts and peppery rocket (arugula) coated in a garlicky pesto dressing!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when freshly made, but dressing can be made a couple of days in advance.
21. Cauliflower Cheese Gratin
This Cauliflower Cheese Gratin is going to be one of your favourite side dishes! It’s rich and creamy, full of flavour and seriously moreish!
How long in advance can this be made?
The sauce can be made a day in advance and can be stored in a baking dish with the vegetables. Then put in the oven just before serving.
22. Creamy Mashed Potatoes
These Creamy Mashed Potatoes are melt-in-your-mouth creamy, soft and fluffy and so easy to make!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best freshly made, but the cashew cream can be made up to a few days in advance and kept in the fridge.
23. Stuffing
This Stuffing is packed with flavour, hearty and super easy to make! The perfect healthy yet satisfying side dish.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when freshly made.
24. Vegan Fish Pie
This Vegan Fish Pie is the best comfort food! It’s packed full of flavour, super creamy and full of protein and fibre!
How long in advance can this be made?
The bottom and the mash on top can be made a couple of days in advance and kept in the fridge. Assemble and bake in the oven before serving.
25. Cream of Mushroom Soup
This Cream of Mushroom Soup is full of flavour, seriously healthy and perfectly rich! A great light yet satisfying starter!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance or a month in advance if freezing.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge or in the freezer for a month.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
In a pan on the hob (stove) – add a splash of water when reheating if necessary.
26. Vegan Meatloaf
This Vegan Meatloaf is made with hearty black beans, earthy walnuts and savoury mushrooms – it’s rich and flavourful, filling and satisfying and super easy to make!
How long in advance can this be made?
Up to a day in advance – you can prepare it and put in the loaf tin the day before then keep it covered in the fridge and bake in the oven before serving.
27. Scalloped Potatoes
These Scalloped Potatoes are super rich and creamy, soft and tender and super comforting!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
Reheat in the oven covered with baking paper or tin foil.
28. Chickpea Kedgeree
This Chickpea Kedgeree is easy to make, super flavourful and so nutritious!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when freshly made.
29. Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce
This Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce is super easy to make, sweet and tangy and naturally sweetened!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
30. Persimmon Salad
This Persimmon Salad is super easy to make, sweet and fruity and beautifully colourful. A great festive side dish!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when freshly made, but the dressing can be made a few days in advance.
31. Potato Dauphinoise Gratin
This Potato Dauphinoise Gratin is the perfect rich and indulgent yet surprisingly healthy side dish: think tender potatoes enveloped in a velvety, creamy sauce.
How long in advance can this be made?
The sauce can be made a day in advance and can be stored in a baking dish with the sliced potatoes. Then put in the oven just before serving.
32. Vegan Clam Chowder
This Vegan Clam Chowder is rich and creamy, packed with veggies and served in an adorable bread bowl!
How long in advance can this be made?
The soup can be made couple of days in advance (potatoes don’t freeze well). The bread bowl is best made fresh.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
In a pan on the hob (stove) – add a splash of water when reheating if necessary.
Desserts + Drinks
33. Mince Pies
These Mince Pies are crispy, flaky, and filled with fruity, fragrant mincemeat!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
In an airtight container in the fridge.
34. Chocolate Mousse
This Chocolate Mousse is super rich and creamy, seriously indulgent and melt-in-your-mouth velvety!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
35. Vegan Eggnog
This Vegan Eggnog is super rich and creamy, so comforting and perfectly spiced.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
Can be enjoyed hot or cold – but can be reheated in a pan on the hob (stove).
36. Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are chewy and fudgy, seriously indulgent yet secretly healthy!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
37. Christmas Pudding
This Christmas Pudding is super moist, pleasantly boozy, perfectly spiced and really easy to make.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
What’s the best way to reheat this?
Can be enjoyed hot or cold – but can be reheated in the microwave.
38. Tropical Fruit Cake
This Tropical Fruit Cake is naturally sweetened, super moist and full of tropical flavour!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
39. Chocolate Fudge
This Chocolate Fudge is seriously indulgent, perfectly rich and creamy and secretly healthy. An easy no-bake dessert!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
40. Sugar Cookies
These Sugar Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and covered in a rich, creamy cashew frosting. A pretty and colourful sweet treat for the festive season!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
41. Chocolate Mousse Cake
This Chocolate Mousse Cake is super chocolatey, rich and creamy, and sweet but not sickly!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
42. Snickerdoodles
These Snickerdoodles are soft and chewy, perfectly sweet and so fragrant.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
43. Fudge
This Fudge is perfectly sweet, seriously rich, melt-in-your-mouth creamy and tastes like caramel!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
44. Hot Chocolate
This Hot Chocolate is rich and creamy, easy to make and super comforting!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
45. Apple Crisp (Apple Crumble)
This Apple Crisp (Apple Crumble) is tender and juicy, crispy and chewy, perfectly spiced and tastes like caramel.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance if you want to serve it cold, or if you want to serve it hot you can make the apples and the topping and store them separately in the fridge, then assemble and bake just before serving.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
46. Chocolate Truffles
These Chocolate Truffles are the most delicious treat – they’re melt-in-your-mouth silky, super creamy and perfectly sweet.
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
47. Apple Cake
This Apple Cake is perfectly spiced, packed full of sweet, juicy apples and is so easy to make!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
48. Gingerbread Cake
This Gingerbread Cake is sweet and fragrant, covered in a delicious “cream cheese” frosting and perfect for the festive season!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
49. Coconut Cake
This Coconut Cake is moist and fluffy, sweet and creamy and wonderfully coconutty!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
50. Chocolate Tart
This Chocolate Tart has a crispy, buttery and flaky crust and a rich, indulgent and luxuriously creamy chocolate filling!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
51. Jaffa Cake
This Jaffa Cake is easy to make, full of orange flavour and smothered in a decadent chocolate ganache!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
52. Christmas Fruit Cake
This Christmas Fruit Cake is slightly boozy, perfectly spiced, seriously moist and covered in the most indulgent buttercream frosting!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
53. Black Forest Cake
This Black Forest Cake is super decadent, rich and creamy, and filled with sweet, juicy cherries.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
54. Strawberry Trifle
This Strawberry Trifle is fresh and fruity, and every bit as rich and indulgent as the traditional version.
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
55. Fruit Cake
This Fruit Cake is SUPER moist, slightly boozy, beautifully fragrant and naturally sweetened!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
56. Chocolate Orange Cake
This Chocolate Orange Cake is rich and decadent, moist and fluffy and fruity and citrusy!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
57. Gingerbread Cookies
These Gingerbread Cookies are crispy yet chewy, fragrantly spiced and super easy to make!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
58. Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
59. Matcha Chocolate Truffles
These Matcha Chocolate Truffles are festively colourful, rich and creamy, and fragrantly coconutty!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
60. Red Wine Hot Chocolate
This Red Wine Hot Chocolate is rich and creamy, boozy and so comforting.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
61. Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles
These Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles are luxuriously creamy, nutty and insanely moreish!
How long in advance can this be made?
A few days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
62. Chocolate Cherry Trifle
This Chocolate Cherry Trifle is so easy to make, fruity, creamy and chocolatey!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
63. Rice Pudding
This Rice Pudding is rich and creamy, perfectly sweet and subtly spiced. It’s the best easy, comforting dessert that can be enjoyed hot or cold!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance if you want to eat it cold, or make it fresh if you want to eat it hot.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
64. Ginger Cookies
These Ginger Cookies are soft and chewy, warmly spiced and perfectly sweet!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What’s the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
65. Coconut Macaroons
These Coconut Macaroons are soft and chewy, fragrant and nutty and require just 5 ingredients to make! Grain-free and nut-free.
If you make any of these recipes, I’d really love to see what you come up with! You can show me by tagging a photo @rhiansrecipes #rhiansrecipes on Instagram! Thank you.
Carlie
December 9, 2018 at 3:16 amAny reason every page is covered with pictures of beef burgers? Offputting for a vegan
Rhian Williams
December 10, 2018 at 2:19 amI’m so sorry about that, it’s the ads. I’ll get in touch with my ad network about this, so sorry about that I completely understand! Thank you so much for letting me know.
Debbie Cook
December 11, 2018 at 5:43 pmYou are always my ‘go to’ recipe search when I’m looking for gluten free, dairy free, egg free recipes. I can always trust that the recipe will turn out fantastic! Thanks!!!
Rhian Williams
December 12, 2018 at 12:30 amAw thank you so much for your kind words, so happy to hear that!! Please let me know if you ever have any recipe requests!