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Home » Thanksgiving Dessert Roundup

Thanksgiving Dessert Roundup

Diane SmithBy Diane Smith Updated on November 8, 2023
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Plant-Based Thanksgiving Dessert Roundup

It can be a challenge to find plant-based desserts low in fat and sugar. But these scrumptious Thanksgiving desserts deliver on taste and healthy ingredients. Some are a little more indulgent than others, so let your conscience, health concerns, and taste decide what’s best for you. Remember that a little indulgence occasionally is fine as long as it doesn’t trigger overdoing it.

Thanksgiving Dessert Recipe Roundup

Consider adding one of these PLANT-BASED Thanksgiving desserts to your meal. May you enjoy precious time with loved ones and find gratitude for the bountiful foods we are blessed to eat.

Thanks to all the food bloggers who generously contributed to this post! And, if you’re looking for other Thanksgiving recipes, check out these delicious beauties.

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Thanksgiving Dessert Roundup

If you're having a plant-based Thanksgiving this year, here are 10 plant-based desserts for you to try.

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pumpkin-donuts

Vegan Homemade Pumpkin Donuts

Photo Credit: mywifecancook.com

Dusted with cinnamon, sugar, and pumpkin spice and made with ground flax these plant-based donuts are healthier so you don’t have to feel too guilty about eating eating them. Note the do have a small amount of coconut oil.

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2

Vegan Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

Photo Credit: happyhealthymama.com

Feel good about serving these to your guests. Made with whole wheat flour, oats, and apples, these bars are good any time of the year.

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3
Nutty Pear Crumble

Nutty Pear Crumble- Vegan and Gluten Free

Photo Credit: vintagekitty.com

Pears are heart-healthy because they have soluble fiber like oats. Chop the pears or fan them out to be more decorative.

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4
pumpkin pudding

Pumpkin Chia Pudding (video)

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Save time with this easy recipe that uses healthy omega-3 chia seeds to help bind it together.

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Low-carb Vegan Thanksgiving Pumpkin Brownie

Photo Credit: www.mydaintysoulcurry.com

This five-ingredient low-carb Thanksgiving pumpkin brownie is nearly flourless and made from pumpkin purée, coconut flour, almond butter, coconut oil ( optional), cocoa powder, and chocolate morsels

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dairy free pumpkin pie

Dairy Free Pumpkin Pie (Vegan)

Photo Credit: makeitdairyfree.com

This dairy-free pumpkin pie recipe is so delicious, you’d never even know it’s a vegan pumpkin pie recipe! It’s dairy-free, egg-free, and has a gluten-free option! 

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Pumpkin pie slice with whole pie

The Best Vegan Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Photo Credit: shaneandsimple.com

This recipe has eight simple ingredients baked in a whole-food, plant-based homemade pie crust. It's creamy, delicious, and so easy to make. Perfect for the holidays, and sure to be a family favorite.

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gluten-free cranberry apple crisp

Cranberry Apple Crisp Recipe

Photo Credit: buildyourbite.com

This cranberry-apple crisp is full of juicy fresh apples and cranberries! An easy and tasty gluten-free dessert for the holidays. 

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applesauce ginger caked on white cake pillar

Applesauce Ginger Cake with Maple Glaze | FatFree Vegan Kitchen

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No one will know this delicious cake is fat-free and made with whole-grain flour, and only applesauce for moisture. The aroma of cinnamon and the warm flavor of ginger will make it a family favorite.

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Baked Apples with cashew cream

Baked Apples with Cashew Cream (video)

Photo Credit: www.plantbasedcooking.com

With a sprinkling of cinnamon and a touch of maple syrup, your whole house will smell good when you make this easy whole food, plant-based recipe that's perfect for Thanksgiving dessert.

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Keep the pounds off and stay healthy this holiday season with these low-fat, easy-on-the-sugar recipes. Plant-based is the best. What yummy desserts are you planning this holiday?


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Diane Smith is a certified plant-based nutrition educator, Food Over Medicine instructor, recipe developer, and founder of PlantBasedCooking.com. She helps people transition to a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle with simple recipes, practical nutrition guidance, and realistic strategies for improving health, preventing disease, and aging well.

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