Despite your craving for more of the savory stuffing, it’s wise to resist the temptation and leave space for a sweet treat to come. Despite everything that’s led up to it, there’s no denying your enthusiasm for those final treats is matched only by your anticipation of the rest of the experience. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, you can count on indulging in an assortment of mouthwatering sweet treats that showcase the warm, comforting flavors of the season.
While autumnal treats are a guarantee, the season’s bounty extends far beyond pumpkin-inspired delights; expect an array of pears, cranberries, and apples to join warm spices and an abundance of rich, velvety chocolate in creating a veritable culinary celebration. You’ll definitely want to leave some space on your plate for just a few indulgent bites of each rich and decadent dessert.
Whether hosting Thanksgiving dinner or looking to contribute a sweet treat to the gathering, our collection of recipes and inspiration offers plenty of options to please any palate. Explore a curated selection of 50 delectable vegan dessert recipes perfect for your Thanksgiving celebration, featuring innovative twists on classic favorites and show-stopping creations.
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Here are 20 more indulgent, seasonal Thanksgiving desserts that will make your taste buds do the happy dance.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Maple Glazed Bundt Cake?
Experience the essence of autumn with Gretchen Price’s indulgent Pumpkin Cream Cheese Maple Glazed Bundt Cake, a masterclass in seasonal indulgence. Crafted with the essence of autumn, this sumptuous cake combines the richness of mashed pumpkin with the velvety smoothness of pumpkin cream cheese filling, all capped off by a luscious maple glaze that’s equal parts sweet and sticky. Its tender crumb is infused with the warm, comforting notes of fall spices, making it a true masterpiece of seasonal baking. Adorn the apex of this sweet delight with a generous sprinkling of nuts to introduce a satisfying textural contrast.
Source: Raw Cinnamon Bun Cake
This indulgent, velvety-smooth Raw Cinnamon Bun Cake by Natalie Yonan is impossible to resist. Discover the delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls – reimagined into a new, innovative format! What a decadent dessert! Richly flavored with buttery pecan goodness, the crispy oat crust provides a satisfying crunch giving way to a silky smooth cardamom-infused vanilla filling that’s simply divine. But wait, it gets even better – a sweet cinnamon swirl adds a delightful textural element, its warmth tempered by the velvety creamed coconut and crunchy candied pecans on top. It’s perfect for any occasion.
The quintessential American holiday, Thanksgiving, embodies the essence of warm, comforting home cooking. Here’s a reason to consider the ultimate Thanksgiving cookbook: One Green Planet’s Gratitude presents plant-based recipes to craft your own unique Thanksgiving tradition.
In our comprehensive cookbook, discover 100 of our most beloved plant-based Thanksgiving recipes. Indulge in sweet treats like Soft-Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts, Spiced Apple Cake with Cashew Frosting, Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding with Nut Crumble Topping, and Cinnamon Apple Hand Pies. Savor hearty entrees such as Roast Root Vegetable Stack With Dukkah, Vegducken: Butternut Squash Stuffed With Eggplant, Zucchini, and Mushroom Lentil Stuffing, Seitan Roast With Sausage and Pear Stuffing, and Apple Cider Gravy – just to name a few!
Source: Maple Pumpkin Pie
Have you ever craved a pumpkin pie that allows you to indulge in its rich flavors and textures while still respecting your commitment to healthy eating? The possibilities are endless!
Sirke Reivo’s signature no-bake Maple Pumpkin Pie boasts a game-changing gluten-free crust and a velvety-smooth filling crafted from a harmonious blend of cashews, pumpkin puree, dairy-free cream cheese, and rich coconut cream. The natural sweeteners employed are entirely wholesome. This pie is truly exceptional, boasting a level of excellence that is hard to match.
Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce: A Decadent Dessert Experience
The apple cinnamon bread pudding with salted caramel sauce by Jenn Sebestyen is truly exceptional and deserves a rave review. The harmonious blend of apple, cinnamon, and maple flavors in this bread pudding is elevated to new heights when presented in individual servings, warm from the oven, and finished with a rich caramel sauce that balances sweetness with a hint of saltiness. Savor this heavenly bread pudding at any hour, as its warm flavors linger on the palate. With its abundance of wholesome nutrients, this treat allows for a guilt-free indulgence even before your morning coffee.
Source: Chocolate Meringue Baubles
Indulge in a scrumptious treat: What’s your sweet tooth craving today? Indulge in the delightful fusion of textures and flavors that these scrumptious Chocolate Meringue Baubles, courtesy of pastry chef extraordinaire Margaux Mouton, have to offer. The cookies possess a delightful textural contrast: their crispy exterior gives way to a light, airy interior reminiscent of traditional meringues, while the rich, velvety chocolate centre – subtly enhanced by the sweetness of sweet potato – harmonises in perfect balance. Savoring the rich flavors of these indulgent toppings on their own or paired with dairy-free ice cream creates a sublime sundae experience.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Crêpe Cake with a rich and creamy Coffee Frosting that’s the perfect treat for fall festivities.
Indulge in this decadent Pumpkin Spice Latte Crêpe Cake, infused with the rich flavors of a PSL and topped with a velvety coffee frosting, subtly enhanced by the creaminess of coconut. This impressive, gluten-free dessert is a perfect treat for holiday gatherings. Will you succumb to the allure of stacked, velvety crêpes infused with the subtle warmth of spices, harmoniously paired with the lusciousness of coconut cream, the comforting richness of pumpkin pie, and the decadence of creamy coconut coffee frosting? With their reputation for being a culinary challenge, it’s surprising that crêpe cakes are actually surprisingly straightforward to prepare.
Source: Almond Flour Chocolate Cake
This indulgent almond flour chocolate cake, courtesy of Victoria Jackson, is a masterclass in richness, its velvety texture and deep flavor profiles a testament to the creator’s expertise. Free from the constraints of all-purpose flour, that is. The sponge in this cake is crafted with a blend of nutrient-rich ingredients: almond flour, sweet and sticky dates, earthy raw cacao powder, nourishing coconut oil, creamy almond milk, and the omega-boosting power of flax. The layers are subsequently smothered in a luxuriant cashew-caramel cream, carefully piled upon one another to create a majestic dessert structure. Richly textured, sumptuously soft, and indulgently divine, this delectable cake is the perfect choice for any momentous celebration.
Source: Moose Tracks Cheesecake
This vegan Moose Tracks Cheesecake, courtesy of Tracey Tytko, offers a unique blend of ease, nutrition, and indulgence. A rich and creamy base is crafted by combining cashews with coconut cream, while peanut butter cups add a luxurious twist, before the mixture is frozen to a solid, velvety treat. Indulge in a rich and decadent finish by generously drizzling the dessert with an abundance of velvety smooth chocolate.
Source: Pecan Caramel Cakes
Indulge in the decadent harmony of pecans, date-caramel cream, and rich chocolate as you savor each bite of Lisa Dobler’s sublime Pecan Caramel Cakes. A delicate balance of flavors is maintained by stacking layers of rich indulgence, held firmly in place with edible rings before being flash-frozen to a state of solidity and density. Adorn with a generous sprinkling of crunchy pecans on top for added texture and visual appeal.
What’s your take on a pear galette with pumpkin spice icing? The sweetness of the pears pairs perfectly with the warmth of the spices, creating a delightful fall treat.
Improve: This autumnal delight combines the tender sweetness of pears with the comforting warmth of pumpkin spice, making for a truly unique and scrumptious dessert.
Returned text: This autumnal delight combines the tender sweetness of pears with the comforting warmth of pumpkin spice, making for a truly unique and scrumptious dessert.
As the crisp autumn air settles in, baking with sweet and succulent seasonal fruits becomes an art form, elevating the ordinary into pure perfection. This Pear Galette with Pumpkin Spice Icing, crafted by Sonja Trurnit, showcases succulent pears and a lavish drizzle of pumpkin spice icing, elevating the quintessential autumnal dessert to new heights.
Source: Brownie Crusted Pumpkin Blondies
Are you torn between indulging in rich, chocolatey brownies or satisfying your sweet tooth with buttery, golden blondies? Here’s a sweet treat that requires no baking skills: Brownie Crusted Pumpkin Blondies. Here is the rewritten text in a different style: These indulgent dessert squares masterfully combine the richness of a dense, fudgy brownie base with the velvety texture of a creamy pumpkin blondie filling, culminating in a sumptuous chocolate ganache topping that will leave you craving more. Yum!
The sweet harmonies of autumn: a Pumpkin Spice Latte Ice Cream that’s as cozy as your favorite sweater.
Can pumpkin spice latte’s rich flavors and comforting essence be reimagined in an equally delightful form – namely, ice cream?
Pumpkin Spice Latte Ice Cream by Gabrielle Stanley. Claire, a rich and creamy treat, is crafted by harmoniously blending pumpkin purée, coconut milk, coconut sugar, and a pinch of warmth from expertly selected spices. This wholesome dessert is crafted with easily sourced, budget-friendly, and uncomplicated components, free from refined sugar and rich in nourishing fats. Wrap scoops of rich, velvety ice cream in a hollowed-out pumpkin and crown it with a fluffy cloud of coconut whipped cream to create an autumnal masterpiece that’s almost too beautiful to devour.
What’s a Cozy Fall Treat?
Toss together some crisp apples, succulent dates, and crunchy nuts for the perfect autumnal snack!
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of These Nut and Date Stuffed Apples, a breathtakingly unique dessert conceived by the culinary visionaries Michael and Masa Ofei. Sweet Granny Smith apples are lavishly coated in a layer of caramelized coconut sugar, carefully packed with an assortment of nuts – crunchy walnuts and slivered almonds – and sweet additions like shredded coconut and succulent dates. Finally, the mixture is gently warmed to achieve a sumptuously sticky and syrupy consistency. Indulge in these luscious apples, which shine on their own, yet await the crowning touch of a dollop of whipped coconut cream, elevating this sweet treat to new heights.
Source: Soft Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts
Indulge in the unparalleled delight of these Soft Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts, crafted with passion by Silvia Ribas – a treat that’s poised to become your new autumnal obsession. Infused with the warm aromas of pumpkin, nutmeg, and cloves, these sumptuously moist doughnuts combine the richness of brown sugar and applesauce with the subtle sweetness of vanilla, making them an effortless delight to prepare and bake, perfect for a guilt-free indulgence at any time of year. The velvety-smooth vanilla glaze crowns the dessert with an air of indulgence, its subtle sheen elevating the overall visual appeal.
Source: Pumpkin Molasses Freezer Tart
Indulge in each decadent bite of Margaux Mouton’s Pumpkin Molasses Freezer Tart, where rich flavors converge to create a dessert that’s reminiscent of a warm pumpkin latte. The complex confection starts with a rich, coffee-infused chocolate foundation, then yields to a creamy tahini-date filling tempered by the deep sweetness of molasses and the subtle warmth of vanilla, ultimately culminating in a tangy, pumpkin-based topping that harmonizes sweet and spicy notes. Treat this vibrant trifle to a topping of plump raisins and crunchy nuts, refrigerate it for a refreshing few hours, and savor each delightful slice.
Source: Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
Surprisingly simple and utterly scrumptious, this Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding recipe by Kristen Genton is a must-try for any bread pudding enthusiast. Slice store-bought cinnamon roll dough into bite-sized morsels and combine them with tender chunks of crisp apple. Next, whisk together a mixture of plant-based milk, the rich sweetness of pure maple syrup, warm cinnamon, and a hint of creamy vanilla extract. Finally, transfer this delightful medley to the oven, allowing the aromatic flavors to meld together in perfect harmony. Rich and indulgent, this bread pudding is an ideal choice for a sweet brunch or as individual servings accompanied by creamy vegan ice cream. Yum!
What a delightful dessert!
Ditch the traditional pumpkin pie for a show-stopping Butternut Squash Cake With Orange Almond Frosting, courtesy of Kirsten Kaminski. The cake’s richness is expertly balanced, boasting a tender, airy texture and subtle spice notes that harmonize with its sweetness, never overpowering the palate. The frosting is elevated by a sublime trio of orange, almond, and vanilla bean notes that harmonize beautifully with the cake’s rich flavors.
Source: No-Bake Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake
Indulge in the irresistible blend of sweet and savory flavors with Priscilla Soler’s No-Bake Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake, featuring tender spiced pumpkin, rich creamy cashews, and the velvety smoothness of maple syrup. Once the creamy filling is prepared, effortlessly place it on top of the sticky date-nut crust, then dispatch it to the freezer for a swift chill. Waiting patiently for the mixture to set can be a trying experience, yet the ultimate payoff is undeniable.
Source: Coffee Cheesecake Mousse
For a quick and effortless dessert solution, consider the Coffee Cheesecake Mousse recipe crafted by Florian Nouh, offering a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. This velvety mousse is a masterclass in simplicity, boasting a luxurious texture that’s equal parts indulgent and impressive, all courtesy of just five unassuming ingredients. It’s a testament to the notion that simplicity is key when crafting a decadent and visually appealing dessert.
What’s the Secret to a Decadent Raw Carrot Cake?
This scrumptious raw carrot cake recipe by Chris Bartis, grain-free and free-from traditional wheat flour, boasts a velvety smooth maple cashew frosting. The star ingredients are almonds and dates, which provide natural sweetness and creamy texture, while cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice add warmth and depth reminiscent of classic carrot cakes. Aside from allowing time for almond soaking and cake freezing, you’re free to pursue leisure activities like snoozing, catching a football game, or tending to your yard.
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