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Holidays are notoriously overwhelming for vegans. Attending all those Christmas events with very limited cruelty-free options...if any at all!
Of course, this year looks different for many people, with smaller gatherings. We'll be celebrating the day with just our immediate family (including our two pups!) But you know we'll be enjoying the day with plenty of delicious vegan food - and now you will be, too!
There are tons of options on this list for every occasion - Christmas breakfast, appetizers to snack on throughout the day, main dishes, sides, and desserts.
I hope you find something you love.

42 Vegan Christmas Recipes
Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas
Delicious recipes to enjoy after opening presents.
Vegan Biscuits and Gravy
Fluffy buttermilk biscuits topped with tempeh sausage gravy. This is a delicious breakfast the whole family will enjoy!
Carrot Cake Pancakes
These pancakes aren't like regular pancakes, they're cool pancakes! Carrot cake in breakfast form.
Fluffy Vegan Pancakes
Classic fluffy vegan pancakes, perfect to add to your Christmas breakfast spread!
Easy Vegan Breakfast Tacos
Breakfast tacos are one of my favorite special occasion breakfasts. This vegan recipe calls for tofu scramble and roasted potatoes.
The Best Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes
The kids will jump for joy for these chocolate chip pancakes!
Bean, Potato, & Veggie Vegan Breakfast Hash
This breakfast hash is full of goodness - potatoes, peppers, zucchini, beans, and more!
Tofu Scramble
No eggs needed for a traditional breakfast! This tofu scramble is a great substitute.
Appetizers
Easy appetizers to snack on.
Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip
This spicy, creamy vegan buffalo chicken dip is a great holiday appetizer! Dip crackers or veggies in it.
Cranberry Pistachio Vegan Cheese Ball
Tasty party appetizer idea coming right up! This Cranberry Pistachio Vegan Cheese Ball is sure to be a hit.
Creamy Hot Broccoli Dip
This creamy hot broccoli dip is the perfect vegan appetizer for Christmas!
Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries with a Spicy Garlic Aioli Sauce
You can make this recipe as a side dish, but I love it with some garlic aioli sauce for an appetizer!
Chickpea Salad + Bacon Bits Appetizer
Despite not really coming up with a catchy name for this recipe, it is a total winner. Chickpea salad (or hummus!) spread onto bagel chips, topped with cashew bacon bits. The flavors together are delicious!
Main Dishes
Yes, you can totally have an impressive vegan main dish!
Vegan Holiday Roast
Vegan "ham" roast made with just 5 simple ingredients, including a block of tofu and a brown sugar pineapple glaze!
Whole Roasted Cauliflower
This show-stopping vegan pot roast is made with a whole head of cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, and delicious gravy.
Cajun-Inspired Vegan Boil
This vegan boil is going to be our main dish for Christmas this year. It can be made right on your stovetop and of course, contains no crab or other seafood. It's loaded with veggies, vegan sausages, and an incredible cajun butter sauce!
Oil-Free Vegan Alfredo with Cajun Broccoli
Creamy vegan alfredo sauce tossed with pasta, topped with spicy roasted cajun broccoli.
Vegan Wellington
No beef needed for this vegan wellington! Only veggies, lentils, and sunflower seeds. Total flavor explosion, wrapped in puff pastry, for a yummy Christmas dinner.
Vegan Bolognese Sauce (Nut-Free)
This nut-free vegan bolognese is a hearty sauce recipe to top pasta with. Make Christmas dinner Italian night!
Impossible Burger Meatballs
Continuing with the Italian theme, you could make these vegan meatballs for dinner. They taste just like classic meatballs and are sure to please everyone.
Classic Vegan Lasagna
Lasagna is always pretty fancy, right? It's a total labor of love and perfect for a holiday dinner! Make some homemade breadsticks to go along with it.
Baked Cauliflower Parmesan
Let's continue the Italian theme with this baked cauliflower parmesan recipe! This is a vegan version of chicken parmesan, but every bit as comforting and yummy.
Veggie Pot Pie Soup
Winter is soup season, right? This veggie pot pie soup is made extra special with easy, fluffy drop biscuits.
Side Dishes
These vegan sides will pair well with your main dish.
Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese
This mac and cheese is a total showstopper. The creamy cheese sauce and noodles are topped with a buttery breadcrumb topping and baked to perfection.
Garlicky Mashed Cauliflower
Mashed cauliflower is a great substitute for mashed potatoes...or just make them in addition!
Easy 5-Minute Vegan Gravy
Whether you're making mashed potatoes or mashed cauliflower for your vegan Christmas dinner...we definitely need some vegan gravy to go along with them!
Vegan Green Bean Casserole
This vegan green bean casserole is totally mushroom-free and topped with healthy baked onions.
Kale & Cranberry Quinoa Salad
This festive side dish includes classic Christmas colors...and it's also super tasty! Quinoa, kale, walnuts, cranberries, and more.
Easy Vegan Drop Biscuits
No holiday meal is complete without rolls or biscuits! These biscuits can be whipped up quickly.
Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy, flavorful vegan scalloped potatoes definitely deserve a spot on your Christmas dinner table.
Roasted Asparagus with Dairy-Free Cream Sauce
Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables. It can be made super quickly and soaks up all the delicious seasonings it's cooked with. This recipe even includes a tasty cream sauce!
Easy Vegan Stuffing
Stuffing may be a traditional Thanksgiving dish, but who says we can't enjoy this carb-loaded side for Christmas? Bring on the bread.
Garlic Roasted Potatoes
I make these roasted potatoes all the time. Usually to make potato tacos with, but also as a simple side dish!
Desserts
Make your Christmas dessert extra special with one (or two...or three) of these ideas.
Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
The jury is still out on whether or not sweet potato casserole is a side dish or a dessert. Because of the sugar content, and the marshmallows on top, I'm in the dessert camp!
Vegan Sugar Cookies
Is it even Christmas with some vegan cut-out cookies?! Have fun decorating these with your family and enjoy the tasty treat.
Strawberries & Cream Tart
This strawberries & cream tart is not only vegan but also gluten-free with the almond flour crust.
Vegan Orange Cake with Vanilla Coconut Whip Frosting
Orange is one of those totally underrated flavors. Top it with a mound of coconut whip frosting, orange zest, and cranberries for a beautiful presentation.
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