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Happy holidays! ‘Tis the season for all things gingerbread, hot cocoa, cinnamon, and peppermint. If you are looking to impress your guests or become Santa’s favorite stop this Christmas, I’ve got you covered. These 18 easy vegan desserts are perfect for any holiday gathering.

Browse my favorite one-bowl cookie recipes, no-bake dessert bars, chocolate truffles, and more. All of these seasonal treats are dairy-free + several are gluten-free, oil-free, and refined sugar-free!

photo collage of easy vegan desserts for christmas

Vegan Hot Chocolate Cookies

Enjoy a fun twist on the classic winter beverage with these Vegan Hot Chocolate Cookies! They taste just like the cozy drink in cookie form.

vegan hot cocoa cookies on a white surface

Vegan Sugar Cookies

Soft and chewy Vegan Sugar Cookies are always a good idea! There’s a reason this is a holiday classic. You can add frosting and holiday sprinkles for a festive appearance and kid-friendly activity.

vegan sugar cookies stacked with a bite taken out of the top cookie

Healthy Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

If you love candy canes and chocolate, these Healthy Chocolate Peppermint Truffles are the perfect treat for you! They are soft, fudgy, chewy, and made with wholesome ingredients.

vegan chocolate peppermint truffles inside a white bowl with a bite taken out of one truffle

Vegan Peanut Butter Blossoms

Calling all of my chocolate + peanut butter lovers! Enjoy a vegan-friendly version of the classic Peanut Butter Blossoms this holiday season.

Who needs boring gingerbread cookies when you can indulge in Vegan Frosted Gingerbread Cookie Bars instead? These ooey gooey, subtly-spiced cookie bars are topped with sweet dairy-free buttercream frosting.

a stack of three vegan frosted gingerbread cookie bars

No-Bake Pecan Pie Bars

No oven? No problem! Skip pecan pie and create these No-Bake Pecan Pie Bars instead. They are secretly healthy, refined sugar-free, vegan, and gluten-free. Talk about a guilt-free Christmas dessert!

a stack of three pecan pie bars on top of a white marble surface

Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

If you could wrap Christmastime into one festive cookie, this would be it! Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Cookies are loaded with cocoa, crushed candy canes, and a hint of peppermint extract.

vegan chocolate peppermint cookies with crushed candy canes

Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookies

If you’re in the mood for sugar, spice, and everything nice this Christmas, these Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookies are perfect for you. They are soft and chewy, easy to make, and rolled in cinnamon sugar.

two tall stacks of vegan snickerdoodle cookies with a bite taken out of the top cookie

No-Bake Hazelnut Brownies

Hazelnuts are easily overlooked by the more popular winter flavors, but we cannot skip over these No-Bake Hazelnut Brownies. Not only are they vegan and gluten-free, but the recipe is also grain-free, keto-friendly, and paleo-friendly. If you want to eat healthy this Christmas, you found your match with this fudgy treat!

a stack of three no-bake hazelnut brownies

Chocolate Gingerbread Truffles

Can’t decide between cookies and truffles? Make these Chocolate Gingerbread Truffles for the best of both worlds! You’ll get to enjoy the flavor of gingerbread cookie dough while satisfying your chocolate cravings all at once.

two cream and white ceramic bowls containing chocolate gingerbread truffles

No-Bake Millionaire Shortbread Bars

If you love shortbread, try these No-Bake Vegan Millionaire Shortbread Bars! The shortbread cookie dough is topped with sweet caramel and rich chocolate. It’s made with healthy ingredients like almond flour and nut butter.

three no-bake vegan millionaire shortbread bars stacked on a white plate

Vegan Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Light, fluffy, and sweet Vegan Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are perfect for Christmas morning or a post-dinner treat. Pair these freshly-baked donuts with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a deliciously indulgent dessert.

a partially bitten vegan cinnamon sugar donut with stacks of donuts behind it

Vegan Hot Chocolate

No holiday season would be complete without a mug full of Vegan Hot Chocolate! If baked goods aren’t your thing, cozy up with this warm winter beverage instead. Be sure to add mini marshmallows or whipped cream on top.

two white mugs filled with vegan hot chocolate, mini marshmallows, and chocolate shavings, surrounded by pieces of dark chocolate

Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you typically make pumpkin pie for Christmas, try Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies instead! They are ultra moist, soft-baked, and super easy to make.

three vegan pumpkin chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack

This one’s for all of my cookie dough lovers! Sweet, soft, and buttery edible sugar cookie dough is rolled into a ball, then coated in creamy white chocolate. You can add holiday sprinkles on top to make them extra festive. Everyone loves these sugar cookie truffles!

a bowl of Christmas sugar cookie truffles with a bite taken out of one

Gooey Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars

These Gooey Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars are a cross between cookie bars, blondies, and pumpkin pie all at once. Everyone loves this dessert, even if they don’t love pumpkin!

chocolate chip pumpkin bars stacked on a small white plate

No-Bake Turtle Brownies

Can you believe these No-Bake Turtle Brownies are secretly made with healthy ingredients? The ingredients contain no flour, no refined sugar, and no eggs. The fudgy no-bake brownies are topped with salted date caramel, crunchy pecans, and mini chocolate chips.

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

And, last but not least, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies! You can never go wrong with this classic cookie recipe. It is the #1 most popular recipe on my blog, as well as my personal favorite dessert. Out of all the treats I’ve ever made, my family requests this one every single year. There’s just something special about a warm, gooey, freshly-baked chocolate chip cookie. 🙂

a stack of gooey vegan chocolate chip cookies

I hope you found the perfect Christmas dessert to enjoy this holiday season! I am wishing you all a happy, safe, and healthy holiday spent with your loved ones. xoxo

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