WRITTEN BY AALIYAH ALEXANDER

When I first went vegan, one struggle I faced was finding vegan-friendly desserts. For months, my go-to treat was Oreo cookies since they are one of the few accessible vegan snacks at my local grocery store. Although I still struggle to get my hands on vegan desserts, when a craving hits or I need options for parties and events, Pinterest reminded me of one truth: I can just make them at home. 

Yes, I’m talking all the classics from Rice Krispy Treats and Honey Buns to the always comforting chocolate chip cookies. If you’re looking for ideas on what to make for an upcoming potluck, dinner, or your own simple pleasure, give one of these vegan dessert recipes a go! 

1. Vegan Cinnamon Quick Bread

Vegan cinnamon quick bread can make for a tasty dessert or breakfast. You don’t need much to make this pastry; all you need are the following: coconut sugar, ground cinnamon, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, unsweetened applesauce, dairy-free milk, and coconut oil. 

Recipe: @makeitdairyfree

2. Fudgy Vegan Brownies

Craving chocolate and the comfort of a warm, baked treat? Then this vegan fudgy brownie recipe is made for you! The steps to make this classic treat are simple and similar to making traditional brownies. 

Recipe: @eatwithclarity

3. Vegan Vanilla Mug Cake

Honestly, I’m always craving cupcakes. Unfortunately, most bakeries in my town don’t offer vegan options and, most of the time, I don’t have the energy to bake a whole batch just to satisfy my craving. This is why @makeitdairyfree’s Vegan Vanilla Mug Cake recipe has become one of my go-to’s. It’s quick, easy, and can be made with just seven ingredients and five minutes!

Recipe: @makeitdairyfree

4. Vegan Honey Buns

Let’s face it, Honey Buns are a classic, but the originals are far from vegan-friendly. The good news is they can be recreated with substitutes like non-dairy milk and butter and vegan honey (or agave).

Recipe: @earthlyprovisions

5. Southern Vegan Banana Pudding

With only six ingredients, you can have this Southern Vegan Banana Pudding in your kitchen fairly quickly. It’s sweet, creamy, and has a bit of crunch, making it an easy go-to for parties and gatherings. 

Recipe: @icanyoucanvegan

6. Vegan Rice Krispy Treats

Another classic treat with a vegan twist. These Vegan Rice Krispy Treats take about 15 minutes to make and the recipe calls for vegan butter, vegan marshmallows, brown rice crisp cereal, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and vegan sprinkles. 

Recipe: @sweetpotatosoul

7. Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

There’s nothing like homemade chocolate chip cookies. This vegan recipe features Enjoy Life dark chocolate morsels and semi-sweet mega chunks and promises to deliver that melted, gooey center we all love.

Recipe: @thepancakeprincess

8. Vegan Churros

Churros couldn’t be made simpler than with this plant-based recipe. You just need all-purpose flour, vanilla, cane sugar, oil, salt, cinnamon, and dark chocolate (for the rich, velvety dip) and within 20 minutes, you’ll be dipping your crunchy, sweet churros in delicious chocolate. 

Recipe: @alexafuelednaturally

9. NY Style Cheesecake

If you’re feeling a bit adventurous, this NY-style cheesecake recipe may be exactly what you need. It’s a great treat to prepare for your next social gathering because the recipe makes up to 12 standard cupcakes and can be easily portioned into cupcake holders. 

Recipe: @chefpriyanka

10. Dirty Chai Blondies

All-purpose flour, sugar, flax eggs, vegan butter, espresso powder, and a combination of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg are all you need to create these Dirty Chai Blondies. You can store this treat at room temperature for up to three days, refrigerate them for up to one week, or freeze them in a sealed bag for up to three months. This is the quick and easy convenience we all need for the next time a craving hits!

Recipe: @thealmondeater