What time is it? It’s cheesecake time! Today is National Cheesecake Day and we can’t help but celebrate this beloved creamy treat that has undergone many changes since its inception in ancient Greece and slow, but steady evolution into what we know as “modern cheesecake” in the 18-19th centuries.
These days, however, that feels like ancient history, and the true modern cheesecake of our lifetimes must be the vegan one! There are so many forms and flavors it can take on without using animal products or compromising on flavor, as demonstrated by today’s list of creamy, fruity, chocolatey, and absolutely satisfying egg- and dairy-free recipes that range from cheesecake jars, ice cream, bars, and smoothies, to full-on cakes, all working with some bold flavor combinations.
We’ve curated a list of both baked and no-bake cake recipes, as well as some cheesecake-inspired treats, so pick your favorite vegan cheesecake recipe off today’s list and become your own personal cheesecake factory!
Baked Vegan Cheesecake Recipes
Creamy & Easy Vegan Baked Cheesecake (GF) by Carlo Cao
Classic creamy baked cheesecake lovers, this one is for you! It’s silken smooth, old-fashioned-looking (in the best of ways!), and requires only 9 ingredients to make. If this vegan cheesecake recipe doesn’t make you believe in miracles, we don’t know what will.
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Vegan Red Velvet Cheesecake by Floured Frame
You won’t believe this vegan cheesecake recipe – with its Oreo crust, extra creamy red velvet cheesecake filling and buttery cream cheese frosting, it’s truly the stuff of dreams!
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Vegan Russian Cheesecake (“Royal Vatrushka”) by Anna Kot
This vegan cheesecake recipe is perfect for when you need cheesecake stat, but only have basic vegan pantry ingredients like bananas, lemons, tofu, flour, and vegan butter. Three things that make it stand out from the rest are streusel topping, thick filling, and Russian roots!
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Vegan NYC Style Baked Cheesecake by Avant-Garde Vegan
The most classic of all cheesecakes, but vegan. This luscious New York City-style vegan cheesecake with blueberry dressing will be your new dessert obsession!
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Nut-free Baked Vegan Cheesecake by Okonomi Kitchen
This cheesecake truly is salty-sweet at its best. It’s also refined sugar-free and has a couple of surprise ingredients you wouldn’t ordinarily find in a cheesecake – which is what makes this recipe so special! This allergy-friendly cheesecake is a real crowd-pleaser.
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Haskap Berry Cheesecake (GF) by Healthy Little Vittles
You won’t be able to resist this vegan cheesecake recipe! It’s a bake/no-bake hybrid since you’ll only need to bake the gluten/grain-free crust, but the creamy haskap berry cheesecake filling and a top layer of haskap berry gel require no baking and make this dessert truly special.
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Kiwi Lime Cheesecake (GF) by Teri Ann Carty
This vegan cheesecake recipe is the best way to get a vitamin boost. It’s also light, airy, and gorgeous, which is all you want your cheesecake to be!
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Rhubarb Lattice Cheesecake Squares (GF) by Two Spoons
This will quickly become one of your favorite summer desserts. Although it takes some time, is pretty simple to make. And you just can’t miss an opportunity to have rhubarb while it’s still in season!
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No Bake Vegan Cheesecake Recipes
Matcha White Chocolate Cheesecake (GF) by Rainbow Nourishments
Your eyes aren’t mistaking you, this vegan cheesecake recipe makes for an epic dessert that’s a feast both for the eyes and for the stomach! It has a simple date-almond base, creamy cashew-coconut filling that’s colored with matcha and baby spinach, and is topped with homemade vegan white chocolate shards.
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No-Bake Twix Cheesecake by The Little Blog of Vegan
Talk about a stunner! This no-bake vegan cheesecake recipe is every famous chocolate caramel candy bar lover’s dream. What’s great about it is that you can lighten the load by using store-bought vegan caramel sauce or make your own (check out the recipe notes for more information). The same goes for the homemade vegan “Twix” bars topping, which is optional, but if you have the time to make it, it will take your cheesecake to a whole new level!
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White Chocolate Blueberry Layered Cheesecake with Brownie Base (GF) by Sculpted Kitchen
This vegan cheesecake tastes as decadent as it looks, with a stunning rich wild blueberry layer on top of the creamy cashew-coconut white chocolate layer, on top of raw vegan brownie bottom. Yum!
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Vegan Snickers Cheesecake (GF) by The Raw Berry
When you can have vegan Snickers and cheesecake together at the same time, why settle for anything less? This vegan cheesecake recipe has all the flavors of the classic candy bar, but if you also want to top it with actual vegan snickers bars, The Raw Berry’s got you covered!
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Vegan Unicorn Cheesecake by The Little Blog of Vegan
We didn’t realize cheesecake could get even better, but the superfood colorings give this recipe a seriously magical vibe! This dreamy, pastel vegan cheesecake is magic, we’re telling you!
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Vegan Cheesecake Inspired Recipes
Blueberry Cheesecake Bars by Chocolate Covered Katie
These cheesecake bars have MASSIVE flavor and look gourmet-level impressive despite being made with minimal ingredients. Trust us when we say you won’t be able to eat just one! Note: All recipes on Chocolate Covered Katie’s blog are vegan-friendly, so when the ingredient list refers to “yogurt” etc, it’s dairy-free yogurt, but might not always be explicitly specified.
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Vegan Frozen Cheesecake On a Stick by School Night Vegan
Finally, a vegan cheesecake recipe that’s as cool as you! Literally. It takes cheesecake and creamsicle and combines them into a drool-worthy 2-in-1 dessert that’s perfect for summer.
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Vegan Cinnamon Cake and Coconut, Creme Brulee Cheesecake by Barbara French Vegan
Why can’t all cakes come with a vegan crème brûlée cheesecake topping? What you see is a spiced pumpkin cake topped with a layer of creamy coconut cheesecake and caramelized sugar for a crème brûlée effect. This vegan cheesecake recipe is basically three desserts in one, and we love that!
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No Bake Vegan Cheesecake Jars (GF) by Lazy Cat Kitchen
Making vegan cheesecake in a jar takes all the stress of baking a cheesecake away. And topping it with homemade almond brittle and date caramel takes it to a whole different level!
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Blackberry Cheesecake Smoothie (GF) by Nm Meiyee
If you’ve never tried cheesecake in a glass, have you really lived? This smoothie version makes the experience even creamier! Side note: be sure to check out Nm Meyiee’s blog for more actual vegan cheesecake recipes, because she has plenty!
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Cherry Cheesecake Ice Cream (GF) by Bo’s Kitchen
There’s always room for ice cream in our lives. Especially if it’s cherry cheesecake vegan ice cream! It has a real luscious flavor and texture thanks to its cashew-coconut base, and the beautiful cherry compote ripple makes it even more special.
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No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes (Vegan & Dairy Free) by Thank you Berry Much
These no -bake mini vegan cheesecake bites are the perfect sweet treat for spring and summer days. They’re as delectable as they look and we’re sure you’ll love them!
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Healthy No Bake Mocha Cheesecakes (GF) by Panaceas Pantry
These vegan mocha cheesecakes look real fancy, but are so easy to make! This vegan cheesecake recipe has vanilla, coffee and chocolate whipped cream layers on top of the classic pecan-date base, and the individual serving size makes these mini cheesecakes a great party treat.
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Editor: Anna Kot.
