50 Best Vegan Christmas Recipes featuring festive vegan appetizers, mains, sides, desserts and drinks. Everything you need to plan an unforgettable vegan Christmas dinner.
Planning a vegan Christmas dinner can be both fun and rewarding. To help you prepare an outstanding holiday feast, I’ve gathered 50 of the best vegan recipes from trusted bloggers and creators—everything from appetizers to drinks. These dishes are festive, flavorful, and designed to impress family and friends, including those who typically eat meat.
Below you’ll find a curated selection of recipes organized by category. Choose one or two from each section to build a complete Christmas menu that suits your tastes and dietary needs.
- Appetizers
- Main Dishes
- Side Dishes & Salads
- Desserts
- Drinks
- Appetizer Recipes
- Main Course Recipes
- Side Dish Recipes
- Dessert Recipes
- Drink Recipes
Appetizer Recipes
Holiday Wreath Taco Ring
This colorful taco ring is a playful and crowd-pleasing vegan appetizer. Easy to assemble and festive to serve, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Easy Vegan Mushroom Crostini
These mushroom crostini are simple yet elegant—an ideal starter for a vegan holiday menu. Savory mushrooms on toasted bread make a great finger food.
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Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms with Ricotta and Spinach
These stuffed mushrooms combine a creamy vegan ricotta and spinach filling for a gluten-free, flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining.
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Roasted Beet Hummus with Pita Chips
This vibrant beet hummus is creamy and nutrient-packed. Serve with pita chips for a colorful and healthy appetizer that guests will love.
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Georgian Eggplant Rolls with Walnuts
These simple eggplant rolls are filled with a spiced walnut paste. Three main ingredients and minimal time deliver an elegant vegan starter with bold flavor.
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Easy Vegan Tofu Ricotta
A creamy, cheesy-tasting tofu ricotta made from five simple ingredients. Use it to veganize lasagna, stuffed pasta, or as a dip or spread.
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More Vegan Christmas Appetizer Recipes
- Winter Crostini with Mushrooms, Broccoli, and Hominy — Erica’s Recipes
- Favorite Vegan Cheese Ball — Vegan Blueberry
- Lentil & Walnut Holiday Dip (Vegan Rillettes) — Seven Roses
- Guacamole Christmas Wreath Appetizer — Veggies Save The Day
Main Course Recipes
Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a stunning gluten-free vegan main that looks impressive and tastes comforting. It’s healthy, full of flavor, and a great centerpiece for any holiday table.
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Vegan Pot Pie with Filo Crust
This comforting pot pie features seasonal vegetables in a creamy vegan béchamel, wrapped in a flaky filo crust—ideal for a cozy holiday main.
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Vegetarian Roast Dinner
A juicy vegetarian roast made from lentils, mushrooms and nuts—packed with texture and flavor. A classic centerpiece for a vegan holiday feast.
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Vegan Wellington
Vegan Wellington is an impressive holiday main with layers of savory filling and a golden pastry crust. It delivers big on umami and presentation.
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Gluten-free Vegan Eggplant Lasagna
A hearty, gluten-free eggplant lasagna layered with plant-based fillings—great for family dinners and holiday gatherings.
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Vegan Holiday Roast
A festive roast filled with savory stuffing and finished with a glossy glaze—an excellent choice for a holiday main course.
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Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
A hearty shepherd’s pie loaded with mushrooms and a rich gravy, topped with pillowy mashed potatoes—classic comfort food for the holidays.
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More Vegan Christmas Main Course Recipes
- Instant Pot Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Little Lentil Loaf with Mushrooms & Sage
- Mushroom, Lentil & Nut Wellington
- Stuffed Vegan Delicata Squash
Side Dish Recipes
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash
Sweet butternut and caramelized Brussels sprouts tossed with pecans and cranberries make a standout side dish—balsamic-maple glazed and ready in about 40 minutes.
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Pan Seared Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts
Quick, crisp and lightly sweet—these balsamic-glazed sprouts are a 20-minute side dish that pairs perfectly with holiday mains.
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Vegan Fall Harvest Salad with Kale and Pumpkin
Crisp kale, roasted pumpkin, apples and pomegranate seeds tossed with a maple-mustard dressing—this salad brings color, texture and seasonal flavor to the table.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts Christmas Tree
Turn roasted Brussels sprouts into a festive centerpiece by arranging them into a tree shape—simple, fun and delicious.
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Tempeh Sausage & Kale Stuffing
Spicy tempeh sausage and garlicky kale baked with seasoned bread cubes creates a savory, hearty vegan stuffing that pairs well with roasts and nut loaves.
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Hasselback Butternut Squash
This Hasselback-style butternut squash is visually striking and effortless to prepare—an elegant side that looks like you spent hours.
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More Vegan Christmas Side Dish Recipes
- Silky Vegan Mac and Cheese — Happy Kitchen.Rocks
- Soft & Fluffy Vegan Dinner Rolls
- 5 Ingredient Christmas Salad
- Cheesy Vegan Mashed Potatoes
Dessert Recipes
Best Chocolate Fudge Recipe
This rich, gooey chocolate fudge is made without condensed milk or refined sugar—an indulgent, mostly healthy vegan treat that’s easy to prepare and share.
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Chocolate Lava Cupcakes
Warm molten centers and festive decorations make these vegan lava cupcakes a show-stopping dessert for the holiday season.
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Almond, Rosemary & Pine Cake (Gluten-Free)
A fragrant, nutty gluten-free cake with rosemary and pine notes—dairy-free and elegant for holiday dessert tables.
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Vegan Tiramisu with Kirsch & Cherries
A boozy twist on tiramisu using coffee‑soaked cake, cherries and a silky vegan vanilla filling—an indulgent finish to a festive meal.
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Strawberry Santas
Simple, fun and naturally gluten-free—these Strawberry Santas are a kid-friendly and festive treat that adds charm to any dessert spread.
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Vegan Gingerbread Cookies
These festive gingerbread cookies are vegan, gluten-free and refined-sugar-free—perfect for decorating or gifting during the holidays.
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More Vegan Christmas Dessert Recipes
- Cranberry & Citrus Tart with Hazelnut Crust
- Gluten-Free Vegan Christmas Pudding
- Classic Vegan Toffee Bars
- Chocolate Truffles
Drink Recipes
German Mulled Wine: Gluhwein
This warming Gluhwein is spiced and aromatic—ideal for serving a crowd during the festive season. It smells like Christmas and sets the mood for holiday gatherings.
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Dairy-Free Eggnog
A decadent, six-ingredient vegan eggnog made with cashews and coconut—velvety and delicious, with optional rum for an adult version.
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Cranberry Moscow Mule
A festive twist on the classic Moscow Mule—cranberry adds seasonal color and tartness. Easy to make in batches and simple to adapt alcohol-free.
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Orange Spice Vegan Coquito
A dairy-free, egg-free take on Puerto Rican coquito with orange and warm spices—rich, creamy and perfect for holiday toasts.
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Rich & Creamy Vegan Hot Chocolate
This vegan hot chocolate is silky, rich and ready in minutes—an essential cozy drink for cold winter evenings and holiday parties.
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Apple Cider Sangria
This apple cider sangria tastes like an adult version of cider—spiced and festive, and easily made alcohol-free if desired.
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More Vegan Christmas Drink Recipes
- Glögg — Swedish Mulled Wine
- Simple Dairy-Free, Egg-Free Eggnog
- Cranberry Ginger Tea
- Hot Chocolate Peppermint Shots
Which of these recipes are you most excited to try? Leave a comment and tell me what will be on your vegan Christmas menu—I’d love to hear your plans and favorite holiday recipes.