Looking for vegan Christmas recipes? I've got you covered! Here's a list of 75 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. Orange Muffins
These Orange Muffins are moist, fluffy, sweet and fragrant.
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. 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.
3. Cinnamon Rolls
These Cinnamon Rolls are perfectly fluffy, soft and pillowy. They’re rich and buttery but not greasy, and sweet and sticky but not sickly.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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 day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
9. 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
10. Candied Nuts
I seriously cannot recommend these Candied Nuts enough: an incredibly 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14. Vegan Brie
This Vegan Brie is surprisingly similar to the real thing, and 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.
15. 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.
16. Crackers
These Crackers are crispy and crunchy, super easy to make and full of flavour!
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.
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. 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.
20. 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.
21. 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.
22. 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.
23. Vegan Christmas Burger
This Vegan Christmas Burger is rich and satisfying and packed with festive flavours like chestnuts, sage, apples and cranberry sauce!
How long in advance can this be made?
The burger patties can be made a couple of days in advance and kept in the fridge. Reheat in a dry frying pan. Cranberry sauce can be made a few days in advance and kept in the fridge. Assemble before serving.
24. 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.
25. 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.
26. 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.
27. 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.
28. 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.
29. 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.
30. Vegan Wellington
This Vegan Wellington is crispy and flaky, rich and hearty and so full of flavour! A seriously satisfying plant-based showstopper!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but the filling can be made up to a day in advance.
Desserts + Drinks
31. 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.
32. Thumbprint Cookies
These Thumbprint Cookies are soft, melt-in-your-mouth "buttery" and filled with sticky, tart-sweet raspberry jam.
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
33. 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).
34. Chocolate Cookies
These Chocolate 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.
35. Christmas Pudding
This Christmas Pudding is super moist, 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. You can reheat it by steaming it again for 1 hour prior to serving. Or you can warm up individual slices in the microwave.
36. 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.
37. 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.
38. 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.
39. 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.
40. 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.
41. 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.
42. 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.
43. Apple Crisp (Apple Crumble)
This Apple Crisp (Apple Crumble) is made with tender, subtly spiced, caramel-flavoured apples and a chewy, crispy, nutty crumble topping.
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.
44. 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.
45. 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.
46. 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.
47. 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.
48. 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.
49. 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.
50. Christmas Fruit Cake
This Christmas Fruit Cake is 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.
51. 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.
52. 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.
53. Fruit Cake
This Fruit Cake is super moist, 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.
54. 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.
55. 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.
56. 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.
57. Yule Log
This Yule Log is moist and fluffy, super indulgent, and coated in a velvety chocolate buttercream made from chestnuts!
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. Red Wine Hot Chocolate
This Red Wine Hot Chocolate is rich, creamy and so comforting.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
59. White Chocolate Truffles
These White Chocolate Truffles are velvety, creamy and perfectly sweet! They make the best pretty and elegant treat!
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. 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.
61. 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.
62. 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.
63. Coconut Macaroons
These Coconut Macaroons are soft and chewy, fragrant and nutty and require just 5 ingredients to make! Grain-free and nut-free.
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.
64. Lemon Cookies
These Lemon Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and perfectly tangy. They’re covered in a rich, creamy lemon frosting too!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but can be made a day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
65. Millionaire Shortbread
This Millionaire Shortbread (Caramel Slice) is the best sweet treat: a “buttery” shortbread base topped with fudgy caramel and silky-smooth chocolate.
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.
66. Linzer Cookies
These Linzer Cookies are light and tender, melt-in-your-mouth buttery and filled with sweet, sticky jam!
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
67. Oatmeal Cookies
These Oatmeal Cookies are perfectly chewy and studded with tart-sweet dried cranberries!
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
68. Bread Pudding
This Bread Pudding is crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside and filled with juicy raisins.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
69. Sliced Baked Apples
These Sliced Baked Apples are soft and tender, perfectly spiced and taste like caramel!
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 microwave or in a pan on the hob (stove), adding a splash of water if necessary.
70. Shortbread Cookies
These Shortbread Cookies are crisp and crunchy, melt-in-your-mouth buttery and perfectly salty-sweet!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best eaten within the day but keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days - they do become softer the longer you leave them.
71. Orange Cookies
These Orange Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and perfectly citrusy! They’re covered in a rich, creamy orange buttercream frosting too.
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but can be made a day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
72. Gingerbread Cookie Bars
These Gingerbread Cookie Bars are soft and chewy, fragrantly spiced and covered in a rich “cream cheese” frosting! They make an excellent easier alternative to Gingerbread Cookies.
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but can be made a day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
73. Peppermint Brownies
These Peppermint Brownies are rich and fudgy, and topped with a melt-in-your-mouth peppermint cream and silky chocolate ganache.
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.
74. Matcha Shortbread Cookies
These Matcha Shortbread Cookies are delightfully salty-sweet, crisp, crunchy and filled with juicy dried cranberries! A pretty and elegant sweet treat!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best eaten within the day but keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days - they do become softer the longer you leave them.
75. Gingerbread Loaf Cake
This Gingerbread Loaf Cake is perfectly spiced, fragrant, and covered in a rich “cream cheese” frosting.
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
Other relevant posts
- Vegan Gift Guide - lots of vegan gift ideas, including homemade edible gifts, vegan cookbooks, kitchen gadgets and vegan food products!
- Vegan Christmas Menus - three different menus, including a super easy menu, impressive menu and budget-friendly menu!
- 30 Gluten-Free Vegan Christmas Cookies
- Vegan Christmas Leftovers Ideas
If you make any of these Vegan Christmas 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
Any reason every page is covered with pictures of beef burgers? Offputting for a vegan
Rhian Williams
I'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
You 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
Aw thank you so much for your kind words, so happy to hear that!! Please let me know if you ever have any recipe requests!
Samantha T
Thank you for your gift and being willing to share. I certainly understand how you feel. I am gluten-intolerant, corn-intolerant, histamine-intolerant (check that list out:(), allergic to a host of other foods and spices (bananas, eggs, peppers, tumeric, cumin, etc.). I have IBS (and have to avoid fruit and other sugars) and a host of other issues. I miss apples so much. I can pretty much each chicken and rice. So I pretty much rely on people who have the desire, skills, time, and energy to experiment with recipes. Thank you so much!
Rhian Williams
Thank you so much for sharing your story, I'm so sorry to hear that. I'm glad you like my recipes!! Wishing you all the best of health.