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Decadent Desserts

Yes, it’s possible to make phenomenal desserts without animal products, oil, or highly refined sweeteners. If you have any doubt, the proof is in the plant-based pudding—and cupcakes, brownies, pies, cakes, nice creams, and crumbles. Our curated collection of vegan dessert recipes offers countless ways to satisfy that sweet tooth while still nourishing your health. Plenty of these treats are even better when prepared a day or two in advance, making them perfect for entertaining.

Grape Ice Pops

With just one whole-food ingredient and a few hours of freezer time, you can have an icy and refreshing treat. No ice…

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Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

These wholesome, fragrant cupcakes feature strawberry puree in both the batter and the frosting, infusing every bite with fruity goodness. You can…

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Cranberry Orange Pumpkin Muffins

When organic canned pumpkin is plentiful, I like to make pumpkin spice oatmeal in the morning. One day I was in a…

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Cherry Chocolate Chip Bliss Balls

These chocolate chip treats are so yummy that I call them bliss balls. They are so delicious that it’s nearly impossible to…

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Butternut-Pecan Nice Cream

Add some vegetable goodness to dessert by using naturally sweet butternut squash puree in this frozen dairy-free treat. The squash balances the…

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Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding with Pecan Crumble

Tender cooked sweet potatoes form the base of this luscious autumnal pudding. Rich cocoa powder, caramel-like dates, and a dash of salty…

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Chocolate Mousse Pie

See who at the table can guess the secret ingredient of this heavenly vegan mousse pie: acorn squash. For best results, give…

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Mexican Chocolate Brownies

Black beans are a secret weapon of whole-food, plant-based bakers. Blended, they help create a fudgy base for chocolatey treats, such as…

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Chocolate Cherry Vegan Cobbler

Chocolate and cherries are a naturally delicious pairing. This vegan cobbler uses a combination of sweet and tart cherries for balanced flavor…

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Patriotic Fruit Pops

These no-sugar-added vegan ice pops harness the power of fruit for a sweet summer treat that’s truly refreshing. Note that this recipe…

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Frozen Grapes with Chocolate Sauce

Love the cold, sweet crunch of frozen grapes? The classic fruity snack gets an upgrade when paired with a decadent chocolate sauce…

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Strawberry Clafouti Dessert

Clafouti is a fruity French dessert. This not-too-sweet version from Chef AJ is healthy enough to have for breakfast. From The Secrets…

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