75 Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes (Gluten-Free) - Rhian's Recipes (2024)

Looking for vegan Thanksgiving recipes? I've got you covered! Here's a list of 75 recipes, which are all vegan as well as gluten-free and refined sugar free. They're all made using simple plant-based ingredients and are relatively healthy too!

I've prepared a selection ofcosy breakfasts, shareable appetizers + snacks,heartymains + sides as well asindulgentdesserts.

When cooking for a big occasion, preparing as much in advance as possible is key, so each recipe below includes details of whether it can be prepared ahead of time and tips for how best tostoreandreheatbefore serving.

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Breakfasts

1. Apple Bread

This Apple Bread isfruity and fragrant,super easy to make and perfectfor sharing!

How long in advance can this be made?

A few days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a toaster.

2. Pumpkin Scones

These Pumpkin Scones aremoist and fluffy,fragrantly spiced andperfectly rich.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

3. Pumpkin Muffins

These Pumpkin Muffins are seriously moist, subtly spiced, and super satisfying.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

4. White Bean Scramble with Almond Bacon

This White Bean Scramble with Almond Bacon is fluffyyetsatisfying,super easy to make, full of flavour and topped with salty-sweet, smoky almond bacon!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a dry frying pan.

5. Apple Muffins

These Apple Muffins aresubtly spiced,surprisingly healthy andpacked full of juicy apples!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

6. Pumpkin Bread

This Pumpkin Bread is moist, subtly spiced and perfectly dense.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In the toaster.

7. Carrot Muffins

These Carrot Muffins aremoist and fluffy,fragrant and fruityandperfect for a healthy breakfast!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

8. Cinnamon Rolls

These Cinnamon Rolls are perfectly fluffy,sweet and buttery and just as delicious as the traditional version!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when fresh.

9. Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins

These Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins are superrichandmoistand taste likepumpkin brownies!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

10. Cornmeal Pancakes

These Cornmeal Pancakes aresoftandfluffy,easyto make and supersatisfying!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a dry frying pan or the toaster.

11. Pumpkin Pancakes

These Pumpkin Pancakes aremoistandfluffy,subtly spicedandperfectly satisfying!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a dry frying pan or the toaster.

Appetizers + Snacks

12. Candied Nuts

I seriously cannot recommend these Candied Nuts enough: an incredibly moreish but guilt-free snack that takes less than 10minutes to make!

How long in advance can this be made?

A few days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

In an airtight container at room temperature.

13. Sweet Potato Hummus

This Sweet Potato Hummus is just as deliciousandhealthyas regular homemade hummus, but itdoesn't require a blender!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance - if not making fresh, add a splash of water when you make it so it doesn't dry out.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

14. Italian Hummus

This Italian Hummus ismade withcreamy white beansand flavoured withfragrant rosemary.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

15. Vegan Sausage Rolls

These Sausage Rolls arecrispy and flaky,full of flavour andseriously moreish!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when fresh, but keep for a couple of days.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

16.Vegan Cashew Cheese Ball

This Vegan Cashew Cheese Ball iscreamy,tangyand full offlavour! It’s perfect forsharingand makes animpressiveappetizer!

How long in advance can this be made?

A few days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

17. Pumpkin Hummus

This Pumpkin Hummus wasinspired by my love of unusualhummus recipes, pumpkin, and autumnal producein general. It'sfull of flavour, sweet and fragrant!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

See Also

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18. Spinach Artichoke Dip

This Spinach Artichoke Dip isrich and creamy,full of flavourandsecretly healthy!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance. If making in advance, prepare all the steps apart from baking it in the oven, and keep it covered in the fridge. Then bake in the oven just before serving.

19. Mushroom Pâté

This Mushroom Pâté isrichandmeaty,smoothandsilkyand sonutritious.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

20. French Onion Dip

This French Onion Dip isrich, creamy,sweet and tangy!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

21. Crackers

These Crackers are crispy and crunchy, super easy to make and full of flavour!

How long in advance can this be made?

A few days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

In an airtight container.

Mains + Sides

22. Pumpkin Chestnut Risotto

This Pumpkin Chestnut Risotto isfilling, comfortingand warming!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when fresh.

23. Celeriac Fries

These Celeriac Fries are a great alternative tosweet potato fries- they're sweet, nutty and crispy!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when fresh.

24. Creamy Pumpkin Chestnut Pasta

This Creamy Pumpkin Chestnut Pasta is cosy, comforting and warming and topped with the most delicious crispy breadcrumbs.

How long in advance can this be made?

Best freshly made.

25. Apple Fig Walnut Salad

Crunchy apples, jammy dried figs, earthy walnuts and peppery rocket (arugula) coated in a garlicky pesto dressing!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when freshly made, but dressing can be made a couple of days in advance.

26. Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce

ThisSugar Free Cranberry Sauce is supereasyto make,sweetandtangyandnaturally sweetened!

How long in advance can this be made?

A few days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

27. Pumpkin Quinoa Salad

This Pumpkin Quinoa Salad is super easy to make,healthy, full of flavour and packed with veggies.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance - make the salad and mix in the dressing before storing.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

28. Potato Dauphinoise Gratin

This Potato Dauphinoise Gratin is the perfect rich and indulgent yet surprisingly healthy side dish: think tender potatoes enveloped in avelvety,creamy sauce.

How long in advance can this be made?

The sauce can be made a day in advance and can be stored in a baking dish with the sliced potatoes. Then put in the oven just before serving.

29. Green Bean Casserole

This Green Bean Casserole is creamy, flavourful, comforting and made from scratch!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when freshly made.

30. Persimmon Salad

This Persimmon Salad is supereasyto make,sweetandfruityand beautifullycolourful. A greatfestive sidedish!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when freshly made, but the dressing can be made a few days in advance.

31. Stuffing

This Stuffing is packed with flavour, hearty and super easy to make! The perfect healthy yet satisfying side dish.

How long in advance can this be made?

Bet when freshly made.

32. Chickpea Pumpkin Biryani

This Chickpea Pumpkin Biryani is easy to make, super nutritious and full of flavour. It's alsohealthyand verycolourful!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when freshly made.

33. White Bean Mac and Cheese

This White Bean Mac and Cheese is luxuriously creamy, so comforting and most importantly, quick and easy to make.

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when freshly made, but the sauce can be made a couple of days in advance and stored in the fridge.

34. Vegan Meatloaf

This Vegan Meatloaf is made withhearty black beans,earthy walnuts andsavourymushrooms – it’srichand flavourful,filling andsatisfyingand supereasyto make!

How long in advance can this be made?

Up to a day in advance - you can prepare it and put in the loaf tin the day before then keep it covered in the fridge and bake in the oven before serving.

35. Vegan Wellington

ThisVegan Wellington iscrispyandflaky,richandheartyand so full offlavour! A seriouslysatisfyingplant-based showstopper!

How long in advance can this be made?

Tastes best when fresh, but the filling can be made up to a day in advance.

36. Dinner Rolls

TheseDinner Rolls aremoist,fluffyand pull apart like brioche! They’re alsoyeast-free andno-kneadtoo!

How long in advance can this be made?

Tastes best within the day.

37. Pumpkin Curry

This Chickpea Pumpkin Curry isnutritious yet comforting andso easy to make.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance or a month in advance if freezing.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge or in the freezer for a month.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a pan on the hob (stove) - add a splash of water when reheating if necessary.

38. Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

ThisVegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is rich and creamy, full of flavourand so comforting.

How long in advance can this be made?

Best when freshly made, but the sauce can be made a couple of days in advance and stored in the fridge.

39. Vegan Fish Pie

This Vegan Fish Pie is the best comfort food! It'spacked full of flavour,super creamy andfull of protein and fibre!

How long in advance can this be made?

The bottom and the mash on top can be made a couple of days in advance and kept in the fridge. Assemble and bake in the oven before serving.

40. Pumpkin Soup

This simple Pumpkin Soup is rich and creamy, perfectly sweet and full of flavour.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance or a month in advance if freezing.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge or in the freezer for a month.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a pan on the hob (stove) - add a splash of water when reheating if necessary.

41. Scalloped Sweet Potato Gratin

This Scalloped Sweet Potato Gratin iseasy to make,luxuriously rich and creamyandpacked full of sweet, tender sweet potatoes!

How long in advance can this be made?

The sauce can be made a day in advance and can be stored in a baking dish with the sliced sweet potatoes. Then put in the oven just before serving.

42. Cauliflower Cheese Gratin

This Cauliflower Cheese Gratin is going to be one of your favourite side dishes! It'srich and creamy,full of flavourandseriously moreish!

How long in advance can this be made?

The sauce can be made a day in advance and can be stored in a baking dish with the vegetables. Then put in the oven just before serving.

43. Creamy Mashed Potatoes

TheseCreamy Mashed Potatoes aremelt-in-your-mouth creamy,soft and fluffyandso easy to make!

How long in advance can this be made?

Best freshly made, but the cashew cream can be made up to a few days in advance and kept in the fridge.

44. Rice Casserole

This Rice Casserole issuper easy to make,creamy and flavourfulandsecretly healthy!

How long in advance can this be made?

The sauce and the rice can be cooked a couple of days in advance, but it's best assembled and baked just before serving.

45. Cornbread Muffins

TheseCornbread Muffins aremoistandfluffy, supereasyto makeandperfectly rich!

How long in advance can this be made?

Tastes best when fresh.

46. Cornbread

This Cornbread issweet and "buttery", moist and fluffyand slightlynutty.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

Doesn't necessarily have to be reheated, but can be reheated in a toaster.

47. Scalloped Potatoes

These Scalloped Potatoes are superrichandcreamy, softandtenderand supercomforting!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

Reheat in the oven covered with baking paper or tin foil.

48. Sweet Potato Casserole

This Sweet Potato Casserole isrich and creamy, subtly spiced and topped with crunchy oats and pecans. The best savoury-sweet side dish!

How long in advance can this be made?

The mashed sweet potatoes and topping can be made ahead of time and stored separately in the fridge, then just assemble and bake before serving.

49. Biscuits

TheseBiscuits aremoistandfluffy and supereasyto make!

How long in advance can this be made?

Tastes best within the day.

Desserts

50. Baked Pumpkin Cheesecake

This Baked Pumpkin Cheesecake isrich and creamy,subtly spiced, and covered in asilky salted caramel sauce.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

51. Peach Pie

This Peach Pie has a crispy, flaky crust and is filled with sweet, juicy peaches and topped with a buttery, nutty crumble topping.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

52. Pumpkin Pie

This Pumpkin Pie isperfectly spiced,rich and creamyand has aflaky, crispy and butterycrust.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

53. Apple Crisp (Apple Crumble)

This Apple Crisp (Apple Crumble) is made withtender,subtlyspiced,caramel-flavouredapples and achewy,crispy,nuttycrumble topping.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance if you want to serve it cold, or if you want to serve it hot you can make the apples and the topping and store them separately in the fridge, then assemble and bake just before serving.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

54. Pecan Pie

This Pecan Pie has acrispy,butterycrust andafudgy,gooeyfilling and is loaded withtoasty pecans!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

55. Pecan Pie Bars

These Pecan Pie Bars have a crunchy, buttery base anda fudgy, gooey filling and are loaded with toasty pecans.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

56. Pumpkin Cake

This Pumpkin Cake ismoist and fluffy, full of subtly spicedpumpkin flavour andslathered with a delicious "cream cheese" frosting!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

57. Blueberry Pie

This Blueberry Pie is packed full of sweet, jammy blueberries andsuper easy to make.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

58. Chocolate Pie

This Chocolate Pie issuper indulgent andsecretly healthy! A chewy, crunchy chocolate crust with rich, creamy chocolate filling topped with fluffy clouds of coconut whipped cream.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

59. Cherry Pie

This Cherry Pie is full of sweet, juicy cherries, and has acrispy, flaky and buttery crust!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

60. Apple Pie Bars

These Apple Pie Bars have a “buttery” base with tender, warmly spiced, caramel-flavoured apples and nutty crumble topping. An excellent alternative toApple Pie!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

61. Apple Cake

This Apple Cake isperfectly spiced,packed full of sweet, juicy applesand is so easy to make!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

62. Sweet Potato Pie

This Sweet Potato Pie issuper creamy, warmly spiced, and has aflaky, crispy crust. It makes an excellent alternative to Pumpkin Pie!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

63. Apple Pie

This Apple Pie isloaded with sweet, juicy applesandsubtly spiced with toasty cinnamon!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

64. Carrot Cake

This Carrot Cake is super moistandfluffy,perfectly fragrantandcovered in a tangy "cream cheese" frosting!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

65. Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

These Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies aresoftandchewy,sweetandfragrant, and studded withchocolate chips!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

66. Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

This Chocolate Pumpkin Bread is super rich and tastes like pumpkin brownies!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

67. No-Bake Pumpkin Pie

ThisNo-Bake Pumpkin Pie isreally easy to make, rich and indulgent andperfectly sweet! A chewy, crunchy crust filled with creamy pumpkin topped with fluffy clouds of coconut whipped cream.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

68. Sliced Baked Apples

These Sliced Baked Apples aresoftandtender,perfectly spicedand taste likecaramel!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

What's the best way to reheat this?

In a microwave or in a pan on the hob (stove), adding a splash of water if necessary.

69. Blueberry Crisp

This Blueberry Crisp isjuicy,jammy, rich and “buttery”.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance if you want to serve it cold, or if you want to serve it hot you can make the blueberries and the topping and store them separately in the fridge, then assemble and bake just before serving.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

70. Apple Galette

This Apple Galette isloaded withsweet, juicy, salted caramel-flavoured apples,subtlyspicedwithtoasty cinnamonandenveloped in acrispy,flakypastry crust! An excellent alternative to Apple Pie!

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

71. Pumpkin Brownies

These Pumpkin Brownies are rich and fudgy, naturally sweetened and perfectly satisfying!

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

72. Pumpkin Loaf Cake

This Pumpkin Loaf Cake ismoist,fluffyand covered in arich “cream cheese” frosting.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

73. Pumpkin Cookies

ThesePumpkin Cookies aresoftandfluffy,seriously moistand covered in asilky “cream cheese” frosting.

How long in advance can this be made?

A day in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

74. Pumpkin Pie Bars

These Pumpkin Pie Bars have a “buttery” base with a creamy, warmly spiced pumpkin pie filling and nutty crumble topping.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

75. Pumpkin Sugar Cookies

These Pumpkin Sugar Cookies aresoftandchewy, slightlyfluffy,fragrantly spicedand covered in arich, tangy “cream cheese” frosting.

How long in advance can this be made?

A couple of days in advance.

What's the best way to store this?

Covered in the fridge.

Other Thanksgiving posts

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• Vegan Thanksgiving Menus - three different menus, including a super easy menu, impressive menu and budget-friendly menu!
• 35 Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts - pies,cakes,breads,muffins,brownies,cookiesandbars, as well as lots of otherappleandpumpkin-based desserts!
• Vegan Thanksgiving Leftovers Ideas!

If you make any of these Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes,I’d really love to see what you come up with! You can show me bytagging a photo @rhiansrecipes #rhiansrecipes onInstagram! Thank you.