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    Oh My Veggies » Holiday Recipes

    25+ Recipes for Vegan Holiday Cookies, Candy, and Treats

    Published: Dec 16, 2019 · by Nicole · Updated: May 19, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Vegan Holiday Cookies, Candy, and Treats
    Vegan Holiday Cookies, Candy, and Treats
    Vegan Holiday Cookies, Candy, and Treats

    It's that time of year again - holiday baking time. Here are my favorite vegan-friendly holiday cookies, candies, and treats to get you started!

    Vegan Holiday Cookies, Candy, and Treats

    People have a preconceived notion about vegan baking that just isn't true—they assume that without the eggs and dairy, vegan treats just don't stand up to the original. That's really not the case, though.

    Even though I'm not strictly vegan, I almost always bake without eggs and milk because I don't keep them on hand and I've found that my flax-and-coconut-milk versions of recipes aren't lacking in anything - and most people never realize they're eating vegan doughnuts or quick breads.

    I've gathered 25+ recipes for vegan holiday cookies, candy and other sweet treats below, but if you have a favorite cookie recipe, it's very likely that you can veganize it yourself!

    And if you need a little help with substitutions - you can check out this handy vegan substitution cheat sheet over on Delicious Everyday or my guide to vegan baking.

    While you're here don't forget to check out our new Vegan Christmas Cookbook. It's packed with all my favorite tried and true recipes for a plant based holiday feast!

    Vegan Holiday Baking Recipes

    Here are all my favorite recipes for vegan friendly holiday cookies, candies, and treats.

    VEGAN COOKIES

    Vegan Snickerdoodles

    These vegan snickerdoodles are soft, chewy, and tossed in a delicious cinnamon sugar coating. And ready in just 20 minutes!

    Vegan Jam Thumbprint Cookies

    Photo Credit: withfoodandlove.com

    Naturally grain and gluten-free, these vegan thumbprint cookies are made with almond flour and flavored with a touch of maple syrup. That jammy center is just irresistible!

    Vegan Almond Thumbprint Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.vegkitchen.com

    These Almond Thumbprint Cookies are as simple to make as they are beautiful. You'd never guess that they're entirely vegan and gluten-free.

    Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    These vegan chocolate chip cookies are every bit as delicious as the original. They're soft, chocolatey, and ready in under 20 minutes!

    Vegan Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.vegkitchen.com

    These vegan chocolate crinkle cookies are soft, chewy, chocolatey, and dusted with delicious powdered sugar.

    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.vegkitchen.com

    These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are a total crowd-pleaser. They're soft and chewy and delicious- and no one would ever guess they're vegan.

    Vegan Eggnog Sugar Cookies

    Photo Credit: adashofsoul.com

    This Vegan Eggnog Sugar Cookies uses coconut oil in place of butter, and the result is totally amazing. These simple cookies are a breeze to make, and look so pretty too!

    VEGAN CANDY AND CHOCOLATES

    Faux-rango Mints

    A homemade dairy-free version of those Frango mints that we all grew up binging on during the holidays. And they're so simple to make!

    Vegan Peanut Butter Cups

    You only need 6 simple ingredients to make the homemade vegan peanut butter cups. Talk about impressive!

    Chocolate Covered Apricots and Hazelnuts

    Photo Credit: www.vegkitchen.com

    These easy chocolate covered apricots and hazelnuts are a deliciously healthy indulgence, and you only need three simple ingredients to make them!

    Homemade Twix Cookie Bars

    Photo Credit: www.spabettie.com

    These homemade vegan Twix bars are easier than you think! Buttery shortbread cookies, caramel and peanut butter, are dipped in chocolate for a totally indulgent treat.

    Vegan Andes Mints

    Photo Credit: www.forkandbeans.com

    Andes mints were one of my favorite candies growing up, and they only came around at the holidays. Welt his vegan version does not disappoint! Chocolatey, minty, and totally delicious.

    Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle

    Photo Credit: theviewfromgreatisland.com

    This easy homemade peanut brittle can be made in the microwave. Yep, the microwave. It will totally blow your mind.

    FUDGE

    Crazy Delicious Dairy-Free Chocolate Fudge

    This rich vegan fudge is made with hazelnuts, raw cacao powder, and coconut oil.

    Vegan Peanut Butter Fudge

    This four-ingredient peanut butter fudge is so rich and creamy, you would never know it's entirely dairy free.

    Vegan Toffee Sweet Potato Fudge

    Photo Credit: thevegan8.com

    This vegan fudge is fudgy, creamy, and super simple to make. And it's loaded with flavor from toffee and sweet potatoes. Yep, sweet potatoes!

    Almond, Pistachio & Cranberry Fudge

    Photo Credit: www.swoonfood.com

    This delicious fudge is loaded with roasted almonds, pistachios and cranberries. It tastes amazing, and sure looks beautiful too!

    Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

    Photo Credit: www.mydarlingvegan.com

    This Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge brings together creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate for a veganized version of the classic flavor combination.

    Candy Cane and Marshmallow Peppermint Fudge

    Photo Credit: www.theglowingfridge.com

    This candy cane and peppermint fudge is the perfect dessert for holiday parties. It's simple to make and totally delicious, and topped with vegan marshmallows!

    5-Ingredient Red Velvet Fudge

    Photo Credit: www.blissfulbasil.com

    This vegan red velvet fudge gets its beautiful color from fresh beet juice! It's rich and creamy and totally indulgent.

    OTHER VEGAN SWEETS AND TREATS

    Vegan Millionaire Shortbread

    Millionaire Shortbread, also known as Caramel Slice, is a holiday classic. And I'm loving this vegan version!

    Peppermint Brownies

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    These indulgent chocolate mint brownies are dusted with sugar and then drizzled with a peppermint icing. Perfect for a Christmas dessert!

    Vegan Gingerbread Cake With Coconut Frosting

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    This pretty vegan gingerbread cake is just perfect for your holiday dessert. Rich, creamy, and topped with a homemade coconut frosting.

    Vegan Chocolate Mousse

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    This delicious 3-ingredient vegan chocolate mousse is dairy-free, gluten-free and nut free! And you'll never guess the secret ingredient.

    Vegan Gingerbread Pear Bundt Cake

    Bold gingerbread cake studded with chunks of pear and baked in bundt form. What could be better than this super-moist, in-your-face cake? The (also vegan) caramel sauce drizzled on top, of course!

    Baked Vegan Eggnog Donuts

    Photo Credit: thefigtreeblog.com

    These vegan donuts are loaded with flavor from nutmeg, cinnamon, and eggnog! Yep, eggnog. It doesn't get more Christmas-y then that.

    Chocolate Chip Gingerbread Chickpea Blondies

    Photo Credit: www.hummusapien.com

    These vegan-friendly gingerbread blondies are packed with protein from chickpeas! This family friendly treat is both plant based and gluten-free.

    5-Minute Vegan Eggnog

    This easy vegan eggnog is the perfect holiday beverage - and it only takes five minutes to makes this simple recipe.

    Old-Fashioned Gingerbread

    Photo Credit: theveglife.com

    This old fashioned gingerbread recipe is packed with flavor from molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. All topped with a dairy free cream cheese frosting and sparkling cranberries - yum!

    Cranberry Bars

    Photo Credit: www.mynaturalfamily.com

    These vegan cranberry dessert bars are packed with a juicy tang that pairs perfectly with the sweet, crunchy crust. It's a healthy-ish holiday dessert that you can enjoy guilt free!

    And while you're here be sure to check out these other delicious vegan ideas:

    • Vegan Thanksgiving and Vegan Christmas Cookbooks (new!)
    • 5-Minute Vegan Egg Nog
    • Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
    • Vegan Cheese Ball with Cranberries and Pecans
    « Tofu Enchiladas with Sweet Potato in Mole Sauce
    Vegan Almond Cookies (6 Ingredients!) »

    Christmas Recipes, Dessert Recipes, Holiday Recipes, Recipe Round-Ups, Thanksgiving Recipes, Vegan Baking baking, cookies, holidays

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    Comments

    1. JulieD says

      December 17, 2014 at 1:07 pm

      so much deliciousness!! Hope you have a nice Christmas, Kiersten! 🙂

      Reply
    2. [email protected] says

      December 17, 2014 at 2:23 pm

      These all look fabulous! My oven is calling my name. Thanks for sharing, and thanks for including my recipe.

      Reply
    3. Alexis @ Hummusapien says

      December 18, 2014 at 6:09 pm

      Thanks a million for sharing my blondies! That crazy delicious fudge has been on my list for weeks 🙂

      Reply
    4. Abby @ The Frosted Vegan says

      December 19, 2014 at 9:40 am

      Ah thank you for including me!! I love each and every one of these and want to try them all!! : )

      Reply
    5. Lauren @ A Dash of Soul says

      December 21, 2014 at 1:17 am

      Thank you so much for sharing my eggnog sugar cookies! I'm a longtime fan of your blog (and your ebooks) so I feel pretty honored to be mentioned here!

      Reply
    6. Renee says

      December 27, 2014 at 3:54 pm

      I can never find sweet treats in the supermarkets that cater for vegan and vegetarians. These seem simple enough, might give them a try

      Reply
    7. Renee says

      December 27, 2014 at 3:55 pm

      As a vegetarian who does not consume dairy products, it gets hard to find treats, might give these a try, seem simple enough.

      Reply
    8. Michelle says

      December 06, 2015 at 9:04 pm

      Your vegan peanut brittle recipe has butter as an ingredient.I am assuming margarine would work as well.I am not vegan but looking to make treats for my family and 3 are vegan.I only use butter and the vegans only use Becel olive oil margarine and that is the spreadable type so alot more water content.Any suggestions?

      Reply
      • Kiersten says

        December 09, 2015 at 7:51 am

        I think Earth Balance is usually used as a substitute for butter in vegan recipes.

        Reply
    9. Denny says

      May 19, 2017 at 2:12 am

      So many cookies and candies recipes. Yes, I want it. Especially the Fudge is looking so delicious.

      Reply
    10. asus router support number says

      August 19, 2017 at 1:16 am

      I might give them a try. much better and healthy rather than market products.

      Reply
    11. Canon Support Number says

      August 19, 2017 at 5:11 am

      There are various candies and cookies are available in the market. These cookies are so loving.

      Reply
    12. chrome support says

      August 24, 2017 at 1:07 am

      well thanks i will try them for sure

      Reply
    13. Rony says

      October 04, 2017 at 6:15 am

      Thanks for sharing your delicious recipes . You make my day very tasty and I love to share your recipe with my friends.

      Reply
    14. Canon Printer Support says

      August 08, 2018 at 7:11 am

      Very Good recipes, thanks for sharing. It was amazing.

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    15. Canon Printer Support says

      August 08, 2018 at 7:26 am

      Nice post, thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    16. Carros says

      September 07, 2018 at 7:13 pm

      Love it! I will try with my girlfriend tomorrow, thanks for sharing! Alex Carros

      Reply

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