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    Home > Recipes > Winter Desserts > 20 + Dairy Free Thanksgiving Desserts

    20 + Dairy Free Thanksgiving Desserts

    Published on November 16, 2020. Last updated on November 24, 2021. By Gabby. No Comments

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    I've rounded up over 20 of the best dairy free thanksgiving desserts to make this season. These desserts are perfect for large or small gatherings, and can be at Christmas time too!

    a collage of thanksgiving and christmas desserts with text overlay

    What's on this list

    In order to make this list, all of these desserts had to meet certain criteria. Here is what you'll find on this list:

    Dairy Free or Vegan: All of these recipes are, at the very least, dairy free. Many of them are also vegan or even gluten free. We've got cakes, tarts, you name it - all completely free of dairy ingredients!

    Easy to make: To make this list, these dairy free holiday desserts also had to be fairly simple to make. No super complicated ingredients, kitchen tools, or baking techniques. If I can make these, so can you!

    Perfect for small, medium, or larger gatherings: Many people might be having smaller gatherings this year, so I made sure to include a few dairy free desserts for smaller portion sizes, like puddings, mini-tarts, and bars. No matter what you've got planned, there's something for everyone.

    Whether you're vegan, dairy-free, lactose-intolerant, or just looking for something delicious to make this holiday season, you're sure to find something to add to your baking list!

    Dairy Free Thanksgiving Cakes and Loaves

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    Chocolate Pumpkin Cake by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free - This chocolate pumpkin cake is unlike any cake you’ve had! It has a deep, rich chocolate flavour with hints of pumpkin spice. Topped with a thick layer of fluffy coconut whipping cream, this decadent cake is the perfect dairy free holiday dessert.

    vegan apple cake on a plate sliced

    Apple Streusel Cake by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free/Vegan - Made in one bowl, this vegan apple cake is soft, fluffy, filled with fresh apples, and topped with a delicious cinnamon streusel! No mixer required and perfect for your Thanksgiving table.

    a slice of chocolate orange cake on a plate

    Chocolate Orange Cake by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free - This is the BEST chocolate orange cake to serve at Thanksgiving or Christmas! It's chocolatey, and full of natural orange flavor. It’s so easy and a guaranteed hit!

    honey pumpkin cupcakes with frosting and crumbs scattered around

    Honey Pumpkin Cupcakes by Caked by Katie

    Dairy Free - These cupcakes are warm-spices, naturally sweetened, and perfect for a smaller gathering! Topped with a whipped cream cheese buttercream, these cupcakes are sure to make your holiday menu extra special!

    dairy free pumpkin sheet cake with a bite out of it

    Pumpkin Sheet Cake by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free - This pumpkin sheet cake is soft, fluffy, and full of fall flavours. The spiced cream cheese frosting is so creamy, no one will ever know it’s dairy free! A great choice for a dairy free Thanksgiving dessert!

    a slice of vegan chocolate cheesecake

    Chocolate Cheesecake with Oreo Crust by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free/Vegan - This creamy chocolate cheesecake has a smooth, chocolatey filling and a buttery oreo crust. It's topped with chocolate coconut whipped cream and it's the perfect holiday dessert for chocolate lovers!

    a slice of orange almond flourless cake with an orange slice beside it

    Orange Almond Flourless Cake by Healthy World Cuisine

    Dairy Free and Gluten Free - This Orange Almond Flourless Cake is a super moist, lightly sweet gluten-free Spanish cake made with whole oranges and orange peel. A beautiful dessert to serve at a Christmas dinner!

    gingerbread cake with mini gingerbread cookies

    Gingerbread Layer Cake by The Baking Fairy

    Dairy Free/Vegan - Welcome winter with this fun Vegan Gingerbread Layer Cake! It’s flavored with powdered ginger, fresh ginger AND crystallized ginger for a triple threat of deliciousness.

    apple cake loaf sliced with half an apple beside it

    Apple Cake Loaf with Cream Cheese Glaze by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free - This apple cake loaf is filled with delicious apple chunks. It's a perfect holiday brunch addition and it's so easy to make! No mixer required and topped with an optional cinnamon cream cheese icing!

    Dairy Free Holiday Pies

    a slice of layered pumpkin cheesecake with dairy free whipped cream on top

    Double Layer Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake by Vegan Blueberry

    Dairy Free/Vegan - This double layer dairy-free pumpkin cheesecake is lightly spiced, creamy and rich, and super easy to whip up! Make it a day or two ahead and serve it cold for a wonderful holiday dessert that pleases any palate!

    vegan pumpkin pecan pie with a slice out of it

    Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Pie by Lavender & Macarons

    Dairy Free/Vegan - Pumpkin Pecan Pie is a flavorful egg-free and dairy-free dessert made with a simple homemade crust, best caramel sauce filling and a crunchy Pecan topping. Surprisingly easy to make and outrageously delicious!

    a slice of chocolate pie on a plate

    Vegan Chocolate Pie by plantwell

    Dairy Free/Vegan - The easiest four ingredient vegan chocolate pie recipe with a soft mousse, pudding filling. So creamy, delicious and dairy free. A chocolate pie that is perfect to serve at a holiday gathering!

    a piece of apple pie with custard being poured over it

    Swedish Apple Pie by Texan Erin

    Dairy Free/Vegan, and Gluten Free - This Swedish apple pie is similar to a crisp and has an amazingly easy topping. It’s a perfect Thanksgiving dessert!

    Dairy Free Holiday Cookies

    vegan pumpkin chocolate chip cookies stacked with cinnamon and pumpkin spice in the background

    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free/Vegan - Cookies are the perfect dessert to feed a hungry crowd! These pumpkin cookies are soft, chewy and full of warm spices and gooey chocolate chips! Ready in just 16 minutes too!

    snickerdoodle cookies without cream of tartar stacked on top of each other with a cinnamon stick in the foreground

    Soft & Chewy Snickerdoodles by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free - Snickerdoodles are a holiday classic, and a crowd favorite! They are soft, chewy, easy to make, and ready in just 25 minutes!

    vegan gingersnaps stacked

    Soft Ginger Cookies by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free/Vegan -These vegan ginger cookies are another holiday classic! With no chill time and ready in under 30 minutes, they are sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

    Dairy Free Holiday Puddings and Crisps

    dairy free sticky toffee pudding on a plate with toffee sauce over it

    Ultimate Vegan Sticky Toffee Pudding by The Veg Space

    Dairy Free/Vegan - A show-stopping dessert for your celebration feast, this British Sticky Toffee Pudding is rich and moist - a date sponge with hot toffee sauce poured over top. Even better topped with dairy free ice cream!

    dairy free pear apple cranberry crisp in a skillet

    Pear Cranberry Apple Crisp by The Kitchen Girl

    Dairy Free/Vegan and Gluten Free -This Pear Cranberry Apple Crisp is naturally sweetened with pears, apples, and cranberries under a delicious, crispy oat topping!

    dairy free pumpkin chia seed pudding with a cinnamon stick in it

    Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding by Home Cooked Roots

    Dairy Free/Vegan and Gluten Free -This Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding tastes like pumpkin pie in a jar! It’s so delicious and only requires 6 simple ingredients and just 5 minutes of prep time.

    Dairy Free Holiday Bars and Mini Tarts

    a stack of vegan millionaire shortbread with one with a bite out of it

    Millionaire Shortbread Bars by Cookie Dough Diaries

    Dairy Free/Vegan - These millionaire bars combine shortbread, chocolate, and vegan caramel for a perfect holiday dessert for a crowd!

    dairy free sweet potato pie bar with a bite taken out of it

    Vegan Sweet Potato Pie Bars by Eat with Clarity

    Dairy Free/Vegan and Gluten Free- These vegan sweet potato pie bars are the perfect easy Fall recipe. They’re made with fresh sweet potato, coconut milk and have a healthy gluten free shortbread crust.

    closeup shot of apple pie bars covered in pecans and caramel sauce

    Apple Pie Bars by Flax & Sugar

    Dairy Free/Vegan and Gluten Free - These bars are made with a gluten free shortbread crust, a delicious oat streusel topping, then drizzled with vegan salted caramel sauce. These gooey bars are filled with warm, cozy spices.

    a dairy free pumpkin tart with a bite taken out of it

    No-Bake Vegan Pumpkin Tarts by Running on Real Food

    Dairy Free/Vegan and Gluten Free - These no-bake vegan pumpkin pie tarts are easy to make with just a few ingredients and make the perfect Fall dessert, holiday treat or alternative to pumpkin pie.

    pumpkin bars stacked on top of each other

    7-Layer Magic Pumpkin Bars by Corn The Cook

    Dairy Free/Vegan - This holiday twist on 7 layer bars has all the holiday flavours! It starts with a melt-in-your-mouth buttery base, then a sweet pumpkin sauce, a rich dark chocolate blanket, and topped with nutty coconut and pecan layers.

    There you have it! I hope you found something delicious on this list to bake this holiday season. If you give any of these dairy free holiday desserts a try, let me know how it went in the comments below, I'd love to hear from you! 🙂

    You can also tag me on Instagram @cookiedoughdiaries so I can check out and share your creation!

    Happy Holiday Baking!

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