Recipes Everyday Cooking Vegan Desserts 10 Vegan Easter Desserts By Hayley Sugg Published on February 8, 2021 Close Photo: Mackenzie Schieck Easter is a holiday with a distinct focus on sweets. Whether it's Easter basket chocolates or hearty slices of carrot cake, those of us with a sweet tooth can't wait for this springtime celebration. If you're vegan or just eating plant-based, there's no reason to miss out on the festivities. We've rounded up our best dairy- and egg-free treats to enjoy this Easter, from cheezcakes to chocolate tarts. 01 of 11 Cherry Cheezecake View Recipe Mackenzie Schieck Silken tofu is the secret ingredient for this indulgent "cheese"cake. Once dressed up with some maple syrup and vanilla extract, your guests will never guess what creates the creamy layer underneath the tart cherry topping. 02 of 11 Vegan Cupcakes View Recipe jcalliagas Cupcakes are a beloved dessert, giving everyone their own portable treat. Recipe creator cornfairy recommends switching in your favorite extracts for your own unique twist or you can try try our 4 Fun Ideas for Decorating Easter Cupcakes for a holiday variety. 03 of 11 Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Tarts View Recipe Isabel Carlisle Storolis Enjoy all the chocolatey glory you're used to on Easter day, but with a more wholesome spin, by baking up these vegan raspberry tarts. The base crust is simply dates and walnuts, layered up with rich coconut milk chocolate and ganache-coated raspberries. 04 of 11 Vegan Carrot Cake View Recipe Mackenzie Schieck You can't have Easter without a carrot cake! This plant-based version packs in a variety of flavors and textures in every bite, with plenty of spices, dried currants, slivered almonds, and (of course) shredded carrots. 05 of 11 Perfect Vegan Sugar Cookies View Recipe Fioa Sugar cookies are blank slate, making them perfect for decorating to reflect the Easter holiday. Use cookie cutters shaped like rabbits, carrots, or even springtime flowers, then coat them in a colorful glaze once baked. 06 of 11 Vegan Brownies View Recipe kevin chavarria Easy to whip up in between hunting for Easter goodies, and ready in under an hour, these simple brownies are a great treat whether you're plant-based or not. 11 Vegan Brownies to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth 07 of 11 Vegan Apple Pie with Foam View Recipe AllrecipesPhoto Don't let the word "foam" scare you off. Whipped aquafaba is layered atop this vegan apple pie before baking, resulting in a crunchy meringue-like topping. 08 of 11 Vegan Lemon-Coconut Cupcakes View Recipe Rebecca McHargue Tangy lemon and rich coconut are perfectly paired in these bright vegan cupcakes. As a bonus, they're gluten-free from being made with a base of wholesome brown rice flour. 09 of 11 Raw Vegan Strawberry Pie View Recipe FaithH You don't even have to take up room in the oven to create this impressive and colorful pie. The raw crust is made from blended almonds, coconut, and dates, with a filling create by blending strawberries, coconut, and coconut oil. Just give it a few hours in the fridge, and you'll be ready to dig in! 9 Vegan Pies and Tarts Everyone Will Love 10 of 11 Gluten-Free Vegan Carrot Cake View Recipe Buckwheat Queen "Do you love carrot cake, but cannot eat dairy or eggs, or even have a gluten allergy? Then this cake is for you," says recipe creator shadelta. Each bite is packed with bold flavor from mix-ins like shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, ground walnuts, and flaked coconut. 11 of 11 Get More Vegan Easter Ideas StarbugHayley If you need something to serve before your dessert on Easter, try one of these meals: 12 Vegetarian Easter Side Dishes Wow-Worthy Vegetarian Easter Dinner Menu Browse more Easter Recipes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit