Even though Easter is a traditional Christian holiday, it has long been celebrated by both Christians and non Christians alike. While Easter traditions vary from region to region, many themes and ingredients (such as eggs and spring produce) are found in countries all over the globe. To celebrate a vegan Easter essentially means to replace traditionally non-vegan dishes with plant-based ones. You can either veganize your own recipes or pick and choose from our list of 50+ curated vegan Easter Recipes.
50+ Vegan Easter Recipes
The following list of vegan Easter recipes includes something for every occasion and preference. Best of all? They cater to both vegans and non-vegans, including a mix of veganized versions of traditionally non-vegan dishes, as well as brand new creations. Enjoy! Keep scrolling to browse all vegan Easter recipes, or jump to one of the following sections:
For Easter breakfast, you can pick from a variety of sweet vegan Easter recipes or make a delicious savory dish.
Sweet Vegan Easter Recipes for Breakfast
For anyone with a sweet tooth, the following sweet vegan Easter breakfast ideas are for you! Traditional rolls and buns, all veganized without sacrificing taste!
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Espresso Glazed Easter Buns
Looking for the perfect recipe to make for Easter? These espresso glazed Easter Buns are a guaranteed crowd pleaser (which you'll want to make all year long!)
This Vegan Tsoureki recipe by Gena Hamshaw from The Full Helping is a vegan twist on traditional Greek Easter Bread. Sweet and fragrant, it's perfect for breakfast or to snack on throughout the day.
These vegan carrot cake muffins by Addicted to Dates are both moist and fluffy. Quick and easy to make and topped with a delicious dairy-free cream cheese glaze, they're an amazing addition to your vegan Easter breakfast. (They're also nut-free making them perfect for anyone with a tree-nut allergy!)
This spiced vegan Hot Cross Bun French Toast Bake by Nourishing Amy is ideal for Easter! It's a fun spin on a classic bread and butter pudding and hot cross buns.
Not a fan of sweet breakfasts? We got you! Our list of vegan Easter recipes wouldn’t be complete without at least a few delicious savory breakfast recipes.
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Simple Vegan Shakshuka
This simple vegan shakshukah recipe by BOSH! is made with plant-based “eggs” to satisfy nostalgic cravings while keeping it vegan.
Love eggs Benedict but need a plant-based version? This recipe by School Night Vegan is a vegan twist on a traditional classic, paired with a homemade dairy-free hollandaise sauce. These are SO good, we're sure you'll love them!
Can you make omelette without eggs? Yes, you can! This vegan version by School Night Vegan will prove to you that any recipe you love can be made plant-based!
Ready in just 20 minutes, these crispy and incredibly satisfying breakfast potatoes by Thee Burger Dude are the ideal savory breakfast side dish to accompany your vegan Easter feast.
If you’re hosting a vegan Easter brunch or lunch (or you’re looking for something to bring to a potluck), the following vegan Easter recipes include appetizers and soups are the perfect crowd-pleasers.
Vegan Easter Appetizers
The following appetizers are 100% plant-based and delicious!
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Thee Burger Dude
Vegan Deviled Eggs
Did you know you could make deviled eggs without eggs? This recipe by Thee Burger Dude (aka the king of vegan comfort food!) proves that you can veganize just about anything!
Vegan Mini Quiches (with Tofu, Spinach and Pistachios)
Super delicious & easy vegan mini quiches made with tofu, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, puff pastry, and pistachios. Ready in under 35 minutes, these are the perfect snack or savory breakfast option. They’re also great to meal prep and add to your weekday lunches.
Elevate your appetizer game with these elegant Mini Blinis, featuring a burst of smoky goodness from marinated tomatoes. Begin by blanching and quartering the tomatoes, allowing them to soak overnight in a rich marinade.
This vegan baked brie is rich, creamy, and garlicky. I love serving this luxurious cheese when entertaining in the cold winter months to soothe the soul. Tuck into this warming dish with a fresh baguette or crackers and a glass of red wine.
If you're looking for an original and completely vegan spin on deviled eggs without replicating eggs, these crunchy and visually stunning deviled potatoes by Thee Burger Dude might be the perfect fit!
If you’re planning on serving soup for Easter, here’s a list of deliciously comforting soup recipes that are ideal during spring time.
TIP: If your’e a soup fan in general, be sure to check out Best of Vegan columnist Devorah Bowen’s monthly series “The Art of Soups & Stews”🥣
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Cream of Asparagus Soup (Easy Recipe)
This delicious cream of asparagus soup recipe is easy to make, flavorful and made with simple ingredients. The perfect vegan and gluten-free comforting soup recipe!
A cozy, plant-based twist on a classic favorite, this Vegan Chicken Pot Pie Soup is rich and creamy, bursting with hearty vegetables and vegan chicken. Paired with delectable Herbed Biscuits, this comforting dish brings warmth and flavor to any mealtime.
Made with the freshest seasonal ingredients, this cold cucumber soup is super refreshing and creamy. It can be enjoyed as an appetizer or as a main meal, perfect for a summertime lunch, dinner, or garden party.
Savor the ultimate comfort food experience with Veggie Skillet Pot Pie. A hearty, one-pan dish featuring tender vegetables, navy beans, and a shatteringly crisp puff pastry top. Perfect for a cozy meal that won’t weigh you down.
If you're looking for a hearty meal that's both comforting and filling, this pasta dish hits the spot! It can be prepped in advance and is a great option for Easter parties of any size.
Try this zesty Lemon Pesto Lentil Salad with olives and sun-dried tomatoes by Jackie Akerberg is perfect if you're looking for a wholesome recipe that's flavor-packed.
This Vegan Roasted Asparagus over Caesar Salad recipe is a delicious spring dish that combines the nutty flavor of roasted asparagus with the bold and tangy flavors of a Caesar salad. Perfect as a side dish, sharing plate, or main course, this recipe is versatile and easy to make ahead of time for spring and summer gatherings.
Prepare today this Orzo Stuffed Tomatoes. A mouthwatering recipe where beefsteak tomatoes are transformed into savory vessels filled with a delectable mixture of orzo and marinated Tofu Feta. Baked to perfection, this dish offers a delightful combination of flavors and is perfect for both immediate enjoyment and convenient meal prep for the week ahead.
Smashed Cucumber Salad with Harissa, Preserved Lemons & Crispy Bulgur
This Smashed Cucumber Salad is juicy, crispy, flavorful, refreshing, and textured – Everything you need in a salad for a light lunch or party side dish.
There, of course, could not be a list of vegan Easter recipes without at least one carrot cake recipe! We have that and so much more! Cakes, cupcakes, brownies, cookies, chocolate treats… you name it!
Vegan Easter Cakes
We’re beginning our list of vegan Easter desserts with cakes! Beyond carrot cake, we’ve got pistachio cake, lemon cake, chocolate cake, and more!
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Vegan Carrot Pistachio Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This carrot pistachio cake recipe, made entirely without eggs and dairy, is the perfect mix of fluffy and moist. Paired with a vegan, lemony buttercream & cream cheese frosting, it’s the perfect cake to make for birthdays or any other celebratory occasion. The Setton Farms Raw Pistachio Kernels add even more delicious flavor, as well as a bit of crunch!
This beautiful lemon cake by Addicted to Dates is moist, refreshing, delicious – the ideal spring time cake. Serve it to your guests on Easter Sunday for the most decadent dessert.
This show-stopping Double Chocolate Easter Banana Bread Cake by Nourishing Amy is made with a rich fudgy chocolate banana bread cake batter, chocolate chips galore, and topped with a speckled pink frosting.
Vegan Small Baked Goods (Cupcakes, Brownies & More)
When deciding which vegan Easter recipes to add to your menu, many factors come into play! If you’re invited to a potluck or are hosting a party, for instance, smaller treats and baked goods may be more practical than a cake. The following list includes cupcakes, brownies, and other small baked goods that are both Easter-themed and fully vegan.
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Make it Dairy-Free
Vegan Easter Bunny Cupcakes
If you're looking for the perfect spring-time cupcakes to make this Easter, these cupcakes by Make it Dairy-Free are easy to make and super cute!
Experience a delightful fusion of classic desserts with Carrot Cake Sticky Toffee Pudding. This innovative creation combines the sweet, sticky allure of traditional toffee pudding with the comforting flavors of carrot cake.
These mini vegan no-bake carrot cake cheesecakes by The Little Blog of Vegan are so fun to make during spring time! Made with a spiced biscuit base, carrot cake cheesecake filling, chocolate whipping cream, and topped with a strawberry decorated as a carrot, you'll want to devour them all!
Planning a fun Easter baking activity? We got you! Next on our list of vegan Easter recipes: cookies! They’re colorful, cute, delicious, and easy to make!
Thes iced vegan lemon cookies by Addicted to Dates are so soft and buttery (while being completely dairy-free!) The cute decoration makes them ideal for a fun Easter weekend baking activity.
If you can’t find vegan chocolate eggs in stores, fear not! We’re ending our list of some of the best vegan Easter recipes with delicious homemade chocolate treats that are completely vegan and dairy-free.
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Vegan CopyCat Cadbury Filled Easter Eggs
Make your own vegan Easter eggs with just 5 ingredients! This recipe by Addicted to Dates is a plant-based twist on a classic that's delicious and fun to make!
These chocolate peanut butter “eggs” by Chocolate Covered Katie are easy to make and a plant-based twist on classic Reese’s peanut butter egg Easter candies. The most delicious treat to make at Easter!
