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Easter is right around the corner and you still haven’t planned your festive menu? Don’t worry, I’ve got your back! Whether you’re looking for vegan Easter dinner ideas, a show-stopping plant-based brunch spread, or dairy-free Easter desserts, you’re in the right place. In this roundup, you’ll find 25+ delicious vegan Easter recipes to impress your guests — from crowd-pleasing appetizers and veggie-based main dishes to colorful sides, refreshing mocktails, and sweet treats the whole family will love. All of these vegan Easter recipes are easy to make, kid-friendly, meal-preppable, and, of course, totally Caitlin-style — wholesome, practical, and made to fuel joy.
🐣 Easter Breakfast & Brunch (Egg-Free & Delicious)
Start your Easter morning with cozy, plant-based breakfast options that are perfect for a family brunch or a quiet moment before the chaos of egg hunts and chocolate bunnies. From fruit-filled oatmeal bakes to spring-inspired muffins, these recipes are totally egg-free and bursting with flavor — no tofu scrambles or faux eggs required! Pair them with your favorite coffee or a fresh juice for a nourishing start to the day.
1. Vegan Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls (dessert or brunch)
This is the easiest, most delicious vegan cinnamon roll recipe you will ever try! To spice things up, I added some chocolate chunks to the filling for an extra-indulgent, yet extremely healthy breakfast or dessert!
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2. Strawberry Rhubarb Baked Oats (Vegan + Gluten-Free)
Let’s start my Spring Meal Prep Series with this Strawberry Rhubarb Breakfast Baked Oats: gluten-free, fully plant-based, and super easy and quick to make! Plus, this recipe is low in fats and calories and has no added sugar. Prep it ahead and enjoy it on-the-go all week!
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3. Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal
Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal: a high-protein and delicious vegan recipe. In less than 15 minutes, a nutritious and high-protein breakfast!
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4. Fluffy Whole Wheat Vegan Pancakes
These fluffy pancakes are dairy-free, egg-free, and 100% whole grain. They are so fluffy, you won’t know the difference!
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5. Raisin Date Oatmeal
This Raisin Date Oatmeal is healthy, softly sweet, and simple breakfast and it is part of my 5 Plant-Based Oatmeal Breakfasts plan. In less than 15 minutes you can prep several breakfasts full of nutrients for the whole family, and for the whole week!
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6. Whipped Coffee Chocolate Breakfast Bowl
The whipped coffee trend just got healthy and tasty in this plant-based vegan breakfast bowl!
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7. Chia Berry Maple Syrup (a perfect topping for waffles, oats, or pancakes)
This chia berry maple syrup is a healthier version of the berry sauce my mom used to make for us when I was a kid!
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8. Spelt Waffles
There are so many reasons to fall in love with these easy to prepare spelt waffles. They are a crispy and fluffy healthy whole grain version of traditional waffles!
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9. Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
10. Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding
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chia seed pudding
Appetizers (plant-based) 🥨 – Vegan Easter Recipes
Let’s kick off your Easter Sunday dinner with some light but flavorful starters! These vegan Easter appetizers are packed with plant-powered nutrition, and perfect if you’re planning an easy vegan Easter dinner or a casual Easter vegetarian recipe spread.
11. Baked Kale Chips 🥬
Looking for a tasty and original appetizer for your Easter dinner? Try my baked kale chips! Only 5 ingredients and no mess to clean up. All you have to do is mix all the ingredients of the coating together and cook everything in the oven (or in a food dehydrator). Unlike the most popular kale chip recipes on the internet, you won’t need an overpriced air fryer for my kale chips – even though this recipe works in the air fryer as well!
Looking for a tasty and original way to consume kale? Try my baked kale chips 🥬. An easy and quick recipe that will literally change your life! Only 5 ingredients and no mess to clean up: you just have to mix all the ingredients of the coating together and cook everything in the oven (or food dehydrator).
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12. Eggplant Parmesan Bites
Already missing summer? These Eggplant Parmesan Bites will remind you of those hot Summer days all year round! Ideal as a fancy appetizer (I served them at my wedding reception 👰), and even as a quick snack, these bites are a reimagined version of the traditional Italian eggplant parmesan dish.
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13. Beet Hummus 🥄
A colorful and creamy dip, that will surely impress your guests! Beets are incredibly nutritious (more on the amazing benefits of beetroots here), and with this recipe, you will easily trick your kids to eat this “superfood” too. You can prep the hummus in advance, and then serve it with my gluten-free Flax Quinoa Crackers (check the recipe below).
The fabulous color & flavor in this beet hummus will amaze everyone at the table! It is delicious, so healthy, and easy to make. Beets are incredibly nutritious, and with this recipe you will easily trick your kids to eat beets too. Make a larger portion, and you will have a garnish or dip for several different meals / snacks during the week in just a few minutes!
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14. Flax Quinoa Crackers 🥨
Have you ever tried making your own crackers at home? With my recipe, you will prep some healthy, crunchy quinoa and flaxseed in less than 30 minutes. Great with my beet hummus (recipe above) or other creamy dips, such as Rick’s Black Bean Dip or my Oil-Free Curry Hummus!
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15. Banh Mi Sliders 🥕
A Vietnamese-inspired recipe to give an exotic touch to your Easter feast! The air-fried edamame patties are enclosed by fragrant, homemade wholegrain buns and everything is enriched with fresh and crunchy veggies. A true delight for the palate!
Make an impressive and easy vegan appetizer with these Vietnamese-inspired edamame Banh Mi Sliders! Filled with lots of veggies and plant proteins.
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16. Zucchini Corn Fritters 🥒
Another delicious vegan Easter recipe is my zucchini corn fritters. Gluten-free, meal-prep friendly, and simply a great way to make your kids love their veggies! Plus, the ingredients needed are very minimal and easily available (you would probably already have them in your pantry!).
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17. Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes
Who likes fried green tomatoes 🍅? In the spirit of southern cooking, I prepared these Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes with Avocado Horseradish sauce the other day. Incredibly delicious and great for all health goals – including weight loss!
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18. Air Fryer Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower
This crispy buffalo cauliflower is better and crispier than any other air fried buffalo cauliflower recipe you will find!
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19. Easy Cucumber Appetizer Bites with Dill and Cherry Tomatoes
Light and fresh, yet bursting with flavor and visually appealing: these cucumber appetizer bites with fresh dill and cherry tomatoes are fastly becoming one of my go-to Summer dishes. I truly love them as they are both incredibly easy to make and they do not require any cooking. Plus, they are extremely versatile and perfect for various occasions, from casual get-togethers to elegant cocktail parties.
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Vegan Main Courses 🍝 – Vegan Easter Recipes
Now onto the real stars of the show — the mains! These vegan Easter dinner recipes are hearty, festive, and perfect for serving alongside your favorite vegan Easter side dishes. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or planning a low-key celebration, these entrées will fit beautifully into any vegan Easter meal plan.
20. Vegan Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta and Veggies 🍅
A classic festive dish, but vegan and super nourishing! My vegan lasagna with tofu and veggies! Simply delicious, colorful, and perfect for both a fancy Easter dinner or a more relaxed Spring brunch!
Would you believe me if I tell you that this vegan lasagna with tofu ricotta and veggies is not only super delicious but also highly nourishing as well? And that it took me less than an hour to prep all the ingredients for it? Well, this vegan lasagna recipe has been one of my most successful dishes!
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21. Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta 🍋
Looking for a hearty, yet fresh pasta dish for your big festive lunch? This Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta will bring everyone together! Light, easy to make, and simply delicious!
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22. Vegan Chickpea Dumplings 🥟
Looking for an alternative Easter lunch idea? Try these vegan chickpea dumplings! An Indian-inspired recipe full of flavors and with an incredible texture! Plus, they are completely gluten-free, dairy-free, and made with whole, nourishing ingredients. I love to serve them with my special curried tomato sauce and some wild brown rice.
These Indian-inspired vegan chickpea dumplings are macro-balanced, easy and delicious. A true comfort food for all the family!
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23. Creamy Kale Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Beans 🍄
Here I am with another Easter Italian-inspired recipe! My Creamy Kale Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Beans recipe is easy to make, healthy, and loaded with lots of precious nutrients. I’m willing to say it’s better than Jamie Oliver’s Kale Gnocchi recipe 😉.
Here I am with an Italian-inspired recipe: Creamy Kale Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Beans! As always, this recipe is not only delicious but it is also super healthy and loaded with lots of precious nutrients.
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24. Roasted Vegetables Chickpea Pasta 🍝
Next on my Easter menu is this Roasted Vegetables Pasta. Again, a kid-friendly, vegan Easter recipe, is still very nourishing and wholesome. For this recipe, I opted for some chickpea pasta, higher in fiber and protein than regular white pasta!
This tangy and savory pasta is easy to make and super nutritious! Full of plant-based protein and flavor – you won’t miss the meat!
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25. Jackfruit Korean BBQ Tacos
These tangy, spicy, and a little sweet jackfruit tacos are 100% plant-based vegan and super easy to make!
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26. Vegan Enchiladas with Black Beans & Sweet Potato
Mexican food lovers, this recipe is for you! My vegan enchiladas with black beans and sweet potato are definitely a must in my recipe repertoire, as they are extremely versatile and easy to whip up, yet rich in plant protein, fiber, and antioxidants. A great kid-friendly recipe that will soon become a staple for your Sunday meal prep!
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27. Meatless Meatloaf (Neatloaf) with Lentils, Chickpeas, and Mushrooms
This delicious meatless meatloaf (a.k.a. “neatloaf”) is packed with minerals, antioxidants, and plant-based proteins!
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28. Vegan Mushroom Risotto
A creamy, high-protein vegan mushroom risotto with lentils and zucchini, ready in less than thirty minutes without the instant pot.
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29. Vegan Baked Ziti
This vegan baked ziti not only packs a hearty dose of protein but is also full of flavor and nutrition, making it a perfect meal for anyone following a vegan lifestyle, or wanting to dip their toes in it! 🌱
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30. Vegan Eggplant Parmesan
Are you craving a scrumptious and comforting Italian classic, but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen? Well, I have the perfect recipe for you – my Lazy-Girl Easy Vegan Eggplant Parmesan! A soft and flavorful eggplant topped with a luscious tomato sauce, aromatic breadcrumbs, and gooey melted vegan cheese, ready in less than 40 minutes and way healthier than the traditional version. Ready to discover one of my staple Summer appetizer recipes?
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31. Vegan Chicken Dumplings
This Vegan Chicken & Dumplings recipe uses soy curls for a chicken-like texture, with a creamy broth flavored by miso paste, nutritional yeast, and savory herbs. The fluffy whole wheat dumplings soak up the rich broth, making it a hearty, plant-based version of the classic vegan chicken dumpling soup.
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32. Vegan Tamales with Jackfruit Carnitas
This delicious chili lime jackfruit carnitas vegan tamales taste better than the traditional version and are whole food plant-based.
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33. Spanish Cauliflower Rice with Black Beans
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Spain with this enticing Spanish Cauliflower Rice and Beans recipe. Easy to make, low in calories and carbs, and simply delicious!
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Side Dishes 🍠& Salads 🥗 – Vegan Easter Recipes
Balancing heavier mains with something fresh? These vegetarian Easter side dishes and salads bring bright colors, bold flavors, and lots of texture to your plate. Perfect for vegan Easter brunch or a lighter Easter lunch menu.
34. Mediterranean Brussels Sprouts 🍃
One of my favorite side dish recipes! Easy and quick to make, but full of flavor. For a fully plant-based dish, swap the regular feta with a vegan one, or with some silken tofu.
Who loves Brussels sprouts!? Here is a recipe for some quick and easy, delicious Mediterranean Brussels sprouts I came up with on the fly!
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35. Healthy Creamy Mashed Potatoes 🍠
What’s more festive than mashed potatoes?! One of my favorite childhood dishes, but way healthier -and creamier, not to too my own horn! For a plant-based version, swap the low-fat milk and yogurt with some soy or oat ones (remember they should be unsweetened).
Thanksgiving dinner calls for Turkey, mushroom gravy…and creamy garlic mashed potatoes! 🥔🧄 The good news is that with my recipe you won’t need lots of butter, heavy milk and cream to make some tasty healthy creamy mashed potatoes!
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36. Vegan Greek Pasta Salad (creamy and healthy)
A classic festive dish, but vegan and super nourishing! My vegan lasagna with tofu and veggies! Simply delicious, colorful, and perfect for both a fancy Easter dinner or a more relaxed Spring brunch!
Would you believe me if I tell you that this vegan lasagna with tofu ricotta and veggies is not only super delicious but also highly nourishing as well? And that it took me less than an hour to prep all the ingredients for it? Well, this vegan lasagna recipe has been one of my most successful dishes!
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37. Asian Slaw with Sweet and Spicy Peanut Dressing 🥜
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38. Cold Broccoli Salad with Pear Vinaigrette 🍐
The creaminess of the pear vinaigrette perfectly balances the crunchiness of the raw veggies in this cold broccoli salad. A must for your Spring picnics and Easter brunch!
Spring is here: what’s better than an earthy and nourishing Cold Broccoli Salad for your Easter picnic? Easy and quick to make, this healthy salad is enriched with a flavorful and creamy Pear Vinaigrette, made with pureed pear, vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, and honey. 🍯
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39. Kale Apple Beet Coleslaw 🍎
Here is how to give a twist to a traditional recipe and make it lighter and -more importantly- even more delicious! A perfect combination of sweet and tart, in just a handful of calories! Just remember to swap the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with their vegan counterparts.
This kale apple coleslaw, with optional addition of beets, is a creative twist on traditional coleslaw, with a sweet and tart flavor combination. It is much lighter than traditional coleslaw and very nutritious!
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40. Berry Watermelon Fruit Salad 🍉
A fruit salad for your Easter breakfast? It’s a big YES for me! This one is covered with a refreshing lemon maple vinaigrette, that enhances the sweetness of the fruits in the salad. Here I used strawberries, blackberries, and watermelon, but you can also add/swap them with blueberries and Honeydew melon.
This watermelon berry fruit salad is a refreshing treat that can help you endure the heat this summer. It’s easy to make, and very refreshing!
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41. Light Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing
Sometimes a party salad just doesn’t do it without all the fixin’s! Therefore, this broccoli salad still includes cheddar and bacon, but is made lighter to greatly reduce the guilt. You and your party guests won’t know the difference!
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42. Four Bean Salad with Homemade Zesty Italian Dressing
Salad season is finally here! Why not usher it in with this colorful Four Bean Salad topped with a fantastic homemade Zesty Italian Dressing. Packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and essential vitamins and minerals, this salad promotes digestive health, supports muscle function, and leaves you energized and satisfied after consumption!
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43. Roasted Sweet Potato & Beetroot Salad
This vegan and vegetarian friendly roasted sweet potato and beetroot salad with pecans, quinoa, greens, pecans, and dried cranberries is an excellent addition to any meal!
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44. Vegan Red Potato Broccoli Salad
This red potato broccoli vegan salad is an easy, tasty, and nutritious alternative than traditional potato salad. It is a great side to bring to a party or to make as a side for a picnic!
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45. Italian Dense Bean Salad
The Italian Dense Bean Salad combines cannellini beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, and giardiniera for a tangy, protein-rich dish. Tossed with parsley, herbs, and olive oil, it’s perfect for meal prep, staying fresh for 3-5 days. Each serving offers around 10g of protein, making it a flavorful and nutritious option.
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46. Green Beans with Caramelized Onions & Peppers
This Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Peppers is a perfect side for your holiday dinner table, but it also doesn’t have to be limited only to that. You can eat this any day as a perfect side with some main dish. It is full of healthy fats, fiber, and flavor.
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47. Magical Mushroom Gravy (great with mashed potatoes or lentil loaf)
This delicious mushroom gravy is excellent on mashed potatoes, rice, chicken, or turkey! Completely plant-based, enjoy as an excellent, healthy vegan replacement for other gravies.
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48. Root Vegetable Gratin (savory comfort food side)
Enjoy the simplicity and deliciousness of this Mixed Root Veggie Gratin. Serve it as a warming side dish or as an earthy main course during these cold Winter evenings!
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49. Grilled Veggie Antipasta Salad
This tangy Grilled Veggie Antipast-a Salad is an incredible addition to your grilled entrees! It’s also vegetarian and would be great to support your endurance nutrition or general health. It is balanced with a good dose of carbs, healthy fats, veggies, and plant-based protein.
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Dairy-free Decadent Desserts 🍰 – Vegan Easter Recipes
From vegan Easter cookie recipes to raw vegan Easter desserts and even a wholesome twist on chocolate Easter eggs, these recipes prove that plant-based sweets can be just as indulgent! Whether you’re after vegan gluten-free Easter desserts or want a vegan Easter cake recipe that steals the show, there’s something here for every sweet tooth.
50. Chocolate Date Easter Eggs w/ Coconut & Peanut Butter 🍫
Nothing speaks Easter more than these sugar-free Chocolate Date Easter eggs, a healthier alternative to the overly-processed storebought ones. These are made with a heart of coconut and peanut butter and are sweetened with monk fruit.
Home-made, dairy-free, and sugar-free: these Vegan Chocolate Date Easter Eggs are THE perfect Easter treat! Forget about those unhealthy and highly-processed Easter Eggs you can buy at the supermarket. These Vegan Chocolate Date Easter Eggs are not only wholesome and nutritious but also super tasty!
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51. Chocolate Crostata 🥧
Nothing better than this Double Chocolate Crostata to end your Easter dinner on a sweet note! Rich, decadent, but still made with relatively healthier ingredients! A true heaven for chocolate lovers!
Surprise your partner this Valentine’s Day💘with this incredible Double Chocolate Crostata! 🍫 Vegan, gluten-free, and super simple to make, this vegan chocolate cake will easily become your favorite dessert recipe ever! 💗
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52. Raspberry Lemon Bars 🍋
If you are looking for a “fresher”, zestier recipe, these Raspberry Lemon Bars are for you! A great alternative to the chocolate-heavy treats above for your Easter dinner or brunch!
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53. Beet Date Carrot Cake 🥕
Refined-sugar-free and gluten-free: are you sure we are talking about a carrot cake?! This beet date carrot cake is packed with nutritious ingredients and sweetened with “nature’s candies” (i.e. dates).
You’ll barely realize this decadent carrot cake is packed with nutrition and sweetened with a nutritious sugar substitute – dates!
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54. Dark Chocolate Hummus 🍓
Hummus for desserts? Yes, you have heard it right! This dark chocolate hummus makes for a scrumptious end to your Easter dinner, and is also super quick to make, with only 5 ingredients!
Would you believe me if I tell you that a decadent chocolate dessert can also be healthy and high in protein, while also being super easy and quick to make? This dark chocolate hummus proves that eating healthy doesn’t mean spending hours in the kitchen or giving up on your favorite treats.
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55. Vegan Chocolate Mousse (2 Ingredients)
Luxurious, decadent, and simply irresistible. Would you have guessed that this vegan chocolate mousse is made with only two ingredients? One of which is also pretty high in protein. And no, it is not the usual aquafaba or avocado. The secret ingredient of this extra-smooth and enveloping mousse is silken tofu!
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56. Vegan Rice Pudding with Homemade Berries Jam
Imagine a creamy, dreamy bowl of rice pudding, the coconut’s tropical aroma mingling with the sweet, tangy scent of mixed berries jam, all topped with a hint of mint and coconut flakes. Here is how you can make a delicious vegan rice pudding in half an hour -or less!
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57. Almond Joy Nicecream
Have you made banana “ice cream” (AKA Nice cream) and struggled to scoop it? Hate that the texture isn’t like real ice cream!? I’ve tried all kinds of weird ingredients to make “ice cream” scoopable… like aquafaba (bean juice) and haven’t had luck. Well, I have discovered a fun ingredient that works! You can easily add this ingredient to make your “ice cream” just as good as real ice cream.
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Refreshing Drinks for your Easter Dinner 🍹- Vegan Easter Recipes
Don’t forget the drinks! Whether you’re going for a dairy-free Easter brunch or need something festive for your vegan Easter dinner menu, these mocktails and lemonades will keep everyone hydrated and happy.
58. Hibiscus Margarita Mocktail 🍸
A sweet and sour kid-friendly “cocktail”, sugar-free, caffeine-free, and simply delicious! For this recipe, I used some homemade hibiscus tea, rich in antioxidants and other beneficial compounds.
Are you ready to feel like you are already on vacation? 🌴 Try this Hibiscus margarita mocktail 🍸! A completely caffeine-free and alcohol-free drink, made with a combination of natural and healthy ingredients.
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59. Watermelon Sangria 🍉
A twist to the traditional Spanish sangria, made with white wine, fresh watermelon pulp and juice, and a refreshing hard lime seltzer. For a non-alcoholic beverage, just swap the white wine with some alcohol-free wine or lemon soda + grape juice.
White wine, watermelon, a good hard lime seltzer, and a handful of chopped fruit. Mix everything and you have the perfect refreshing summer drink!
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60. Strawberry Detox Lemonade 🍓
Rich in detoxifying compounds, this Strawberry Detox Lemonade is my signature drink! The perfect refreshing beverage for your Spring barbeques, or Easter brunch!
This strawberry detox lemonade is as delicious and refreshing as it is detoxifying for your body. Enjoy it after a steamy workout, or whenever you need to detox from the night before!
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61. Blackberry Mint Lemonade 🍋
Rich in simple sugars (from the fruit), this blackberry mint lemonade is a perfect pick-me-up for your endless Easter lunch! Plus, it contains lots of antioxidants from the blackberries and lemon.
Post-run cooling and carb-restoring homemade Blackberry Mint Lemonade 🍋 ! Are you hitting the streets and trying to beat the heat!? This refreshing recipe will cool you off and tastes like an amazing mocktail!
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62. Jalapeño Pineapple Mocktail (non-alcoholic drink) 🍹
Are you ready to quench your thirst with a delicious homemade spicy pineapple mocktail? 🍹 A non-alcoholic beverage low in calories, kid-friendly, and way healthier than your store-bought drinks!
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Before you go…
I hope you love these easy vegan Easter recipes as much as I do! Whether you’re making a full vegan Easter dinner, a beautiful Easter brunch board, or just looking for a few new vegan Easter food ideas, let me know how it turns out in the comments. And don’t forget to tag me on social! Wish you a happy Easter! 💗🌸
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