15 Delicious Vegan Easter Recipes (2024)

I seriously can’t wait for spring! It’s my favorite season of the year and I just love when the trees turn green again and flowers starts to blossom. I know there are people who actually like winter but I’m definitely not one of them! Can you believe it’s almost Easter?! I somehow thought it was in April and was pretty surprised when I found out it’s this early. But maybe I’m not the only being late, so I put together this last-minute roundup of 15 delicious vegan Easter recipes for you.

As always, I talked to some of my favorite fellow vegan bloggers and I’ve got you covered with vegan Easter desserts, snacks, breakfast, and a couple of entrees.

Vegan Easter Desserts

Vegan Blueberry Coconut Panna Cottaby Vegan Heaven

Before I became vegan, panna cotta with strawberry sauce was one of my favorite desserts (right aftercrème brûlée and tiramisu I think), but cream and gelatin isn’t exactly vegan, right? Well, we’re lucky: it’s just as easy to whip up a vegan version! And it’s actually just as delicious – if not even better! You can make it the night before, so it’s ready for Easter Sunday.

Fruity Egg Baskets by Bianca fromElephantastic Vegan

Hold on a moment! This is a vegan roundup, why are there eggs? Don’t worry, I know these look extremely real but all you need is apricots, puff pastry, and vanilla-flavored soy yogurt! This recipe really couldn’t be any easier and they’re just perfect for Easter brunch or dessert.

Raw Chocolate Easter Egg Nests by Aimee from Wallflower Girl’s Plant-Based Kitchen

I can’t get over how cute these are!! Theyare a slightly healthier twist on the classic and are raw, vegan and gluten-free.The other difference is the mini eggs are made from raw marzipan instead of chocolate. They’re ready in just 20 minutes!

Berry and Coconut Cream Cake by Florian from Contentedness Cooking

This vegan cake usescoconut yogurt together with coconut cream to make the base of the cream-like topping. Alot of freshberries (strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries) go on top. Oh, and don’t forget to sprinkle it with melted vegan white chocolate and coconut flakes. Yummy!

Vegan Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes by Vegan Heaven

These mini cheesecakes are not only super delicious but also prepared in less than 15 minutes. You don’t even have to bother with heating the oven, whisking ingredients, or greasing a baking dish. All you need for these is a good food processor, almonds, dates, strawberries, and cashews.

Maple Ginger Strawberry Shortcake by Alissa from Connoisseurus Veg

This decadent vegan strawberry shortcake is made with a double layer of rich vegan shortbread, stacked with coconut whipped cream and maple ginger marinated strawberries.

Vegan Easter Breakfast and Brunch

Carrot Cake Rawnola by Natalie from Feasting on Fruit

Sweet cakey crumbles to snack or sprinkle or devour in any which way you like. Toss them on top of a bowl ofsomething creamy (yogurt, ice cream, pudding) andit’s likecarrot cake turned inside out–frosting on the bottom, cake on top.

Vegan Cinnamon Rolls with Apples by Vegan Heaven

These vegan cinnamon rolls with spelt flour are perfect for Easter breakfast or brunch. I just love baking with cinnamon and these are my absolute favorites. Quick and easy!

Whole Wheat Cranberry Orange Bread by Emilie from Emilie Eats

Emilie usedfresh cranberries instead of dried for this breakfast bread. It’s supereasyto make with just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have: white whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, cranberries, orange juice, coconut oil, applesauce, and almond milk.

Vegan Easter Snacks

Cinnamon Bunny Cookies by Audrey from Unconventional Baker

These cinnamon bunny cookies are gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free. These little bunnies will make your snacking so much more fun and I’m sure they will win little hearts all over.

Carrot No Bake Energy Balls by Vegan Heaven

What is better for Easter than carrot cake?!To make these little carrot energy balls, you only need 5 main ingredients: Carrots (I used both orange and purple ones, but of course one color is good enough), almonds, dates, coconut flakes, and rolled oats. I also added one teaspoon of cinnamon and half a teaspoon of vanilla extract.They’re vegan, super healthy, sweet, cinnamony, and packed with nutrients. And most of all they’re free of sugar and artificial sweeteners.

Roasted Carrot White Bean Spread by Jenn from Veggie Inspired Journey

This easy carrot spread is super delicious with crunchy whole wheat crackers and crispy cucumbers. It’s also great on a sandwich, in a wrap, or as a dip for pita chips of raw veggies. Just perfect for Easter snacking!

Vegan Easter Entrees

Saffron Sweet Potato Savoy Cabbage Bisque from Sylwia from Vibrant Food Stories

This saffron, sweet potato and savoy cabbage is packed with flavor. I absolutely love its bright yellow color!

Creamy Chickpea Avocado Salad by Ceara from Ceara’s Kitchen

This creamy chickpea avocado salad is protein-packed and loaded with crunchy and crispy summer veggies. Itmakes the perfect complete protein and veggie packed lunch or side for Easter! It’s ready in just 20 minutes.

Vegan Basil “Ricotta” Pinwheels by Vegan Heaven

I guess it’s save to say that these vegan basil ricotta pinwheels are a real crowd pleaser, not only among vegans but also meat-eaters. As they can be prepared in advance, they’re perfect for parties or family get-togethers and also make for an easy and healthy lunch.

I hope you like this roundup of15 delicious vegan Easter recipes. They’re also great for spring in general!

Have a great week, everyone!! xx

15 Delicious Vegan Easter Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Which Easter candy is vegan? ›

Jelly Beans, Gummies and Hard Candies:

Sour Patch Bunnies - Another accidentally vegan option. Jolly Rancher Jelly Beans - Original and Wild Berry Flavors are accidentally vegan.

What is a typical Easter dinner menu? ›

What's a traditional Easter menu include? The main dish for an Easter meal varies, but some typical dishes include honey-baked ham, pot roast, pork chops, and fish. Some popular side dishes include scalloped or mashed potatoes, spring vegetables, and dinner rolls.

What candy is 100% vegan? ›

But don't let that stop your sweet tooth. A little candy, as a treat, every now and then is fine. If you're limiting your sugar intake, look for the brands SmartSweets (vegan-friendly) or Zolli Candy (100 percent vegan).

Are Skittles really vegan? ›

The natural and artificial flavorings, colorings, thickeners, sweeteners, and other ingredients used to make Skittles are either made synthetically or derived from plants. This means, by definition of veganism, the standard varieties of Skittles are suitable for a vegan diet.

What is the most popular meal for Easter? ›

Ham: Ham is a traditional Easter dish in many parts of the United States, particularly in the South. It is often glazed with a sweet sauce and served with sides such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or sweet potatoes.

What is the most common food eaten on Easter? ›

Eggs are one of the most recognised Easter foods around. There are a few different reasons for all the egg chat at this specific time of year. Firstly, eggs signify new life, which is what Easter and spring are all about. Plus, Christians use the egg as a symbol of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

What is the most common Easter meal? ›

Here in the United States, one of the most traditional Easter foods is a big glazed ham. In fact, Ree Drummond says, "In Oklahoma, ham is everything on Easter!" The popularity of eating ham started in part because pigs were butchered in the fall, cured over the winter, and ready to eat come springtime!

Which common candies are vegan? ›

Fortunately, loads of candies are vegan, so we can indulge our cravings (mostly) guilt-free. Most dark chocolate is vegan, as are popular sweet treats such as Smarties (known as Rockets in Canada), Oreos, Airheads, Jujubes, and Swedish Fish (some Swedish Fish contain beeswax, so be sure to check the label).

Is any Hershey candy vegan? ›

Whether you're vegan or simply looking to limit dairy, the iconic Reese's and Hershey's brands give you yet another melt-in-your-mouth experience with its latest treats made with dairy alternatives: Hershey's Plant Based Extra Creamy with Almonds and Sea Salt and Reese's Plant Based Peanut Butter Cups.

What Easter candy doesn't have milk in it? ›

Twizzlers Bunnies

They taste like red Twizzlers licorice, but these cute little bunny candies are bite-sized, and ready to jump into Easter baskets. They're kosher parve, vegan-friendly, and made without milk, eggs, nuts, and soy, but these sweets do contain wheat.

What is the vegan Easter candy for 2024? ›

Vegan brand H! P has released two dairy-free Easter eggs for 2024. Bigger than before, the new Salted Caramel Oat Milk Chocolate Egg joins the popular Cookies No Cream to give oat milk fans a greater choice of treats. The chocolate is creamy and smooth in both the egg and accompanying chocolate buttons.

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