While a good Thanksgiving dinner is always important, Thanksgiving just isn't complete without a table full of delicious desserts! That's why I've collected a list of 28 of my favorite Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts that the whole family will love!
There are a few classics in here like pumpkin pie and apple crisp, but there are also a lot of new & unique vegan dessert ideas that are sure to wow guests of any diet.
The best part? Most of these recipes are easy to prep ahead of time and easy to store as leftovers, which we know is KEY to enjoying these Thanksgiving desserts all week long. Enjoy!
Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts
28 of the best Vegan Thanksgiving desserts- from pies, cookies, cakes, tarts, and cupcakes- there is truly a recipe for everyone here!
These viral pecan pie cookies are even better than a "traditional" pecan pie and take half the time to make. Trust me, your guests will go crazy over these cookies!
Another "twist" on a traditional pie is these decadent Apple Pie Bars! With a shortbread crust, gooey apple filling, and streusel topping- they are so delicious!
This moist and delicious pumpkin sheet cake is topped with a homemade salted caramel buttercream frosting for the perfect homemade cake! Plus, you can easily cut the recipe in half if you're looking to make a smaller amount of cake.
Pears are truly an under-rated seasonal fruit, and this Vegan Pear Tart celebrates them in all their glory! With a flaky homemade pie crust and spiced pear topping, this tart is best served with a big scoop of vanilla ice crema on top.
Everyone needs a classic pumpkin pie at their Thanksgiving, and you're going to love this vegan version!
Have leftover cranberry sauce? Then use it to make these gooey and decadent cranberry orange sticky buns for a Thanksgiving brunch!
Everyone loves a classic apple crisp, but this warming chai spiced version is honestly so much better!
If you are looking for a show-stopper centerpiece cake to serve at Thanksgiving- you have to try this olive oil cake! The batter contains orange blossom water & fresh orange juice and it gets topped with fresh figs, pomegranate, and an orange glaze.
The only thing better than pumpkin pie? Why, pumpkin pie cookies with a chewy spiced cookie base and gooey pumpkin filling of course!
Not only are these sweet potato cinnamon rolls great for dessert, but they also make the best day-after-thanksgiving brunch treat!
This homemade pecan pie is rich, perfectly sweet, gooey, and packed with pecans and chocolate for a truly delicious eggless & dairy-free pie.
Continuing the "pie as cookies" theme with these epic Apple Pie Cookies! The gooey apple filling is SO good and these cookies take half the time to make compared to a traditional apple pie.
Everyone knows cookies are always a hit regardless of the occasion, but these festive bourbon pecan cookies really bring the best flavors of Fall into your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.
If you are looking for a unique pie to bring to your Thanksgiving dinner this year, then you have to try this Purple Sweet Potato Pie with a pecan streusel crumble on top!
If you are looking for the perfect Thanksgiving cupcake, then you have found the right recipe! With a pumpkin bourbon cake batter, maple frosting, and pecan topping- they truly are decadent & delicious!
Can't have Fall with apple cider donuts, and these baked donuts are so easy to make at home! The same great flavor as your favorite store-bought donuts with none of the messy frying.
These soft maple snickerdoodles are the perfect snickerdoodle flavor for Thanksgiving! They are made with real maple syrup & maple extract for double the maple flavor.
This refined sugar-free pumpkin bread is SO fluffy and moist! It makes a great Thanksgiving dessert and is also great for brunch the next morning.
These elegant, yet easy, Vanilla Bourbon Poached Pears are truly a show-stopper dessert made with a mix of cinnamon, vanilla bean, smoky bourbon, & fresh orange juice!
Maple Pecan is such a perfect flavor for Thanksgiving and this coffee cake is so fluffy, moist, and topped with the absolute best pecan streusel topping.
This apple cider bundt cake is made apple cider, fresh chunks of apples, and applesauce for triple the apple flavor!
Cranberries are perfectly in season right now and, if you happened to buy a bit too many, then these swirly cookies are a great way to use them!
Apple butter is not only great to serve on it's own on a dessert table, but it's also a great condiment to have on hand and use in so many other dessert recipes!
Speaking of apple butter...here's the perfect use for it! This fluffy yeasted apple fritter bread is made with spiced apple chunks and apple butter for a truly delicious dessert.
Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are a classic for a reason, and these ones are SO soft, chewy, and NEVER cakey!
These 4-ingredient cinnamon sugar puff pastry knots make the perfect last-minute dessert idea when you need something delicious, homemade, and SO darn easy!
These easy cranberry orange chocolate chunk cookies have chewy centers and crisp edges. Top with flaky sea salt for the perfect finishing touch!
These baked maple pecan pears are a great option if you're looking for a heathier dessert that is also gluten-free, refined sugar-free, & oil-free!
P.S.- If you're looking for even more vegan dessert recipes so many more on SGTO including my favorite vegan apple desserts, vegan pumpkin desserts, vegan lemon desserts, and the best vegan Christmas cookies.
Happy Thanksgiving & Happy Holiday baking!
-TSG
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