If you're new to a vegan diet, fall desserts may look slightly different this year. While you may not enjoy the dairy-based cheesecake and pies that you are used to, you can create vegan versions. With a few simple swaps, you can make delicious vegan fall desserts that taste even better than the originals. Don't believe us? Check out the recipes below and see for yourself.
Dairy Free Gluten Free Cobbler
Showcase all of the incredible flavors of the season by creating delicious fruit cobbler from scratch. To make this vegan and gluten free version of fruit cobbler, we used a mix of fresh and frozen berries. You can also use apples, pears and peaches to create this dessert for a more fall-inspired treat. One thing that makes this Gluten Free Cobbler Recipe incredibly easy and ideal for any time of the year is that you can make it with fresh or frozen fruit. Once it's done baking, pair the mouthwatering combo of warm cake and juicy fruits with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream.
Chocolate Hazlenut Banana Bread
Fall wouldn't be complete without the warm, nutty flavors of hazelnut. So this year, we challenge you to get creative. Instead of adding hazelnut to your morning coffee, try making this Chocolate Hazlenut Banana Bread. The ideal way to use up your overripe bananas, this bread takes it to the next level as it's laced with homemade chocolate hazelnut butter, which keeps it soft and flavorful. Once it's baked, top it with chocolate and hazelnuts for texture. A recipe that will look great on any dessert table, both children and adults will enjoy this sweet treat.
Sweet Potato Pie Bars
Almost every type of pie is made during the holiday season, and we can guarantee the dessert table will be full of them. If you love making pie but want to surprise your family with something a bit different this year, make these Sweet Potato Pie Bars. The crust is made of pecans, gluten free flour, and oats. To make the filling, seasonal sweet potatoes are roasted to perfection and then blended with warm spices, coconut milk and vanilla to create the perfect creamy texture. Top the bars with coconut whipped cream to keep it vegan.
Fried Vegan Donuts
Wake up the household this autumn with the smell of delicious, freshly-baked Fried Vegan Doughnuts. Well worth the effort, these doughnuts use vegan ingredients like plant-based milk, vegan butter, and Organic Unbleached All-Purpose White Flour. They are then topped with a maple and powder sugar glaze that tastes so good that you won't want to put the doughnut down.
Vegan Pecan Pie
Now, we mentioned that the dessert table this fall will likely be full of pie. However, if you're vegan, you may not be able to eat everything you see. So, to avoid checking the ingredients list of each pie recipe on the table, we suggest making your own at home. This Vegan Pecan Pie is rich, gooey, and delicious. Made with a crisp, flaky crust of Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour and coconut oil, it holds a sweet, crunchy filling made from brown rice syrup, sweet dates and toasted pecans.
Pumpkin Gingerbread Loaf with Maple Peanut Butter Glaze
The holiday season wouldn't be complete without enjoying all of the pumpkin-inspired sweets it has to offer. If you love gingerbread cookies, then you're bound to enjoy this Pumpkin Gingerbread Loaf. Dense and cake-like, pumpkin makes this loaf moist, while a creamy peanut butter glaze takes it to the next level. Festive, gluten free and entirely vegan, it's a dessert that everyone at the table can enjoy.
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Searching for the perfect cookie recipe to exchange with others? These Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are deliciously sweet and allergen-free! The ideal vegan alternative to traditional holiday cookies, pumpkin lends a chewy texture to this treat that everyone can enjoy.
Almond Cake with Cranberries
When we hear the word cranberries, we automatically think fall, which makes this next recipe a true seasonal treat. Made with just five ingredients, this Almond Cake with Cranberries recipe is vegan and gluten free. It's studded with cranberries and has a light and fluffy texture that makes for the perfect after-dinner treat.Ready to bring the holiday spirit to your kitchen? Start by making one of the dessert recipes above. Loaded with fall ingredients and flavors, they're a magnificent way to start the season off strong, one baked good at a time. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, Happy Holidays!Do you love baking vegan treats during the fall? We'd love to hear more about the ingredients and recipes you use to fill the dessert tables. Share your favorite treats with us in the comments below!