Here are 25 incredible vegan Christmas recipes for the most delicious holiday ever! From brunch to dinner and dessert, you’re covered!

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When I say I am counting down to Christmas, I mean like, timer on my phone counting down. Not only is it my favourite holiday, but I’m looking forward to a well-needed break! And, am I also looking forward to these vegan Christmas recipes? Yep, that too!

Every Christmas, for as long as I can remember, we’ve gathered in one place as a family, had Christmas brunch, then opened gifts afterwards. And then, of course, we have Christmas dinner in the evening—after spending the afternoon snacking and enjoying Christmas punch. What about you?

My Favourite Vegan Christmas Recipes

Fast forward many years later, and a few more holiday traditions, I still look forward to that Christmas breakfast, and that special Christmas dinner. Today I want to share some of those special recipes with you by giving you a sneak peak of all my current vegan holiday favourites. These dishes will appeal to everyone in your family (vegan and traditional diets alike) and bring lots of joy filled memories.

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Eat up and enjoy friends!

Christmas Breakfast Recipes

Overnight French Toast Casserole (Vegan)
This vegan overnight baked French toast casserole is another recipe that’s perfect for Christmas morning. All the work is done the night before! 
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Overnight French Toast Casserole on plate with fresh strawberries
Easy Vegan Quiche
This Easy Vegan Quiche is perfect for Christmas breakfast or brunch! The creamy tofu filling is loaded with burst tomatoes, caramelised onions, sautéed mushrooms, and spinach!
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Slice of quiche on plate with greens, with glass of orange juice in background
Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes
Could these vegan gingerbread pancakes be any more perfect for Christmas morning?! They’re full of cozy spices and fantastically fluffy.
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Stack of gingerbread pancakes topped with coconut whipped cream and maple syrup
Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
If you love classic biscuits and gravy, you’re going to flip for this vegan biscuits and gravy casserole! All the comfort food goodness you love in a crowd-pleasing casserole for Christmas morning.
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Piece of biscuits and gravy casserole on plate with fork
Orange Cranberry Waffles with Maple Cranberry Compote (Vegan)
Cranberries are another holiday favourite and in this recipe, they’re combined with orange to make these fabulous vegan waffles.
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Syrup being poured onto orange cranberry waffles.

Side Dish Recipes for Christmas Dinner

Vegan Cornbread Recipe (The BEST!)
Homemade cornbread is one of my all-time favourite side dishes and this recipe is a classic. No Christmas spread is complete without it!
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cornbread muffins in a stack with maple syrup drizzled on top and a pat of butter
Vegan Gravy
This smooth vegan gravy is full of umami flavour. Perfect for pairing with mashed potatoes!
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Overhead shot of mashed potatoes on white plate topped with gravy
Vegan Stuffing Recipe
You don’t need eggs or butter to make amazing stuffing! This vegan stuffing recipe is a great addition to any Christmas dinner.
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vegan stuffing in a casserole dish with a spoon and a scoop taken out
Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Quinoa and Apple Salad with Maple Orange Vinaigrette
This shaved Brussels sprout salad looks as good as it tastes! With quinoa, apples, and sweet orange vinaigrette, it’s packed with flavour.
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Pouring vinaigrette onto a salad in a brown bowl.
Mashed Potato Casserole
For a fun spin on traditional mashed potatoes, you’ll love this cheesy vegan mashed potato casserole. It’s a total crowd-pleaser!
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Vegan mashed potato casserole on plate
Corn Casserole
Corn casserole is sweet, creamy, and loaded with vegan cheese for a delectable Christmas side dish recipe.
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Vegan corn casserole in baking dish
Baked Vegan Mac and Cheese
No one can resist baked mac and cheese for a holiday dinner, and this plant-based recipe is one everyone will enjoy!
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Baked vegan mac and cheese in skillet with wooden spoon
Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole
Comfort food casseroles are always a welcome addition to a Christmas meal, and this vegan cheesy broccoli rice casserole recipe definitely fits the bill.
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Serving spoon lifting portion of broccoli cheese rice casserole from dish

Main Dish Recipes for Christmas Dinner

Vegan Meatloaf (Thanksgiving Main Dish)
Looking for a vegan main dish for Christmas? This vegan meatloaf recipe is exactly what you need! It’s hearty, savoury, and so satisfying.
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Overhead view of vegan meatloaf cut into slices on a parchment-lined wire rack.
Best Vegan Lasagna Recipe
Some families make lasagna a holiday tradition, but it doesn’t work if you’re on a plant-based diet—unless it’s this vegan version! It’s cheesy comfort food without the dairy.
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A serving of cheesy vegan lasagna.
Vegan Pot Pies
These pot pies are another fantastic vegan main dish for the holidays. The individually-sized pies make serving easy!
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Vegan pot pies in white ramekins, center pie with filling visible
Timpano
Timpano is an Italian pasta pie made for holidays and celebrations. It takes some time to put it together, but oh is it worth it!
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Timpano on cutting board with slices removed to show layers inside
Tourtière
Tourtière is a French-Canadian Christmas tradition that pairs a flaky crust with a rich, savoury filling. You don’t have to be Canadian to love this vegan version!
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Slice of vegan tourtière on plate

Christmas Drinks and Desserts

Red Velvet Brownies
The colour of these red velvet brownies reminds me of Santa! They’re rich, fudgy, and great for a holiday dessert.
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Red velvet brownies on parchment paper, with one tipped sideways to show moist crumb
Vegan Eggnog (Creamy & Heartwarming)
It’s just not the holidays without eggnog! And now you can enjoy a plant-based version with my vegan eggnog recipe.
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A cocktail glass on a plate filled with vegan eggnog, garnished with a cinnamon stick, a star anise pod, and ground cinnamon, with a cinnamon sugar rim
Chai Sugar Cookies
Chai sugar cookies are loaded with cozy spices and buttery flavour. A new spin on a Christmas favourite!
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Vegan chai sugar cookies piled on tray
Hot Buttered Rum
Hot buttered rum is the perfect cocktail to sip on while sitting around the Christmas tree. It’ll warm you up!
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Two glass mugs of vegan hot buttered rum
Buttery Vegan Spritz Cookies
Spritz cookies are another Christmas tradition, and this version is made completely dairy-free. 
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Overhead view of a pile of spritz cookies covered in different colors of sprinkles
Vegan Hot Chocolate/Hot Cocoa (Simple & Creamy)
This isn’t just vegan hot chocolate—it’s the BEST vegan hot chocolate because I have a simple secret ingredient that takes it over the top. You have to try it!
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Mug of hot cocoa topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and marshmallows with bottle brush Christmas trees in background
Gingersnap Molasses Cookies
These soft and chewy gingersnap molasses cookies aren’t just vegan—they’re also gluten-free!
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Overhead view of gingersnap molasses cookies on crumpled parchment

I hope you found this list helpful and easy to follow friends! What vegan Christmas recipes will be on your holiday table this year? Let me know in the comments section down below, and Happy Holidays!

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