Looking for vegan Christmas 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. Orange Muffins
TheseOrange Muffins aremoist,fluffy,sweetandfragrant.
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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2. Apple Bread
This Apple Bread isfruity,fragrantand 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.
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3. Cinnamon Rolls
TheseCinnamon Rolls areperfectlyfluffy,softandpillowy. They’rerichandbutterybutnot greasy, andsweetandstickybutnot sickly.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
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4. White Bean Scramble with Almond Bacon
This White Bean Scramble with Almond Bacon issatisfying,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 - add a splash of water as you reheat to make sure it doesn't get too dry.
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5. Apple Muffins
These Apple Muffins aresubtly spicedandpacked 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.
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6. Banana Oatmeal
This Banana Oatmeal iscomforting and warming,sweet and creamy andfree from added sugar!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
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7. Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal
This Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal is creamy, perfectly chewy, sweet and fruity.
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance if you don't mind eating it cold. If you want it to be warm, it's best to make it fresh.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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8. Carrot Muffins
These Carrot Muffins aremoist and fluffy,fragrant and fruityandperfect for a healthy breakfast!
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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9. Banana Walnut Bread
This Banana Walnut Bread isseriously moist,toasty and fragrantandcompletely free from added sugar!
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.
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Appetizers + Snacks
10. 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.
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11. 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.
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12. 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.
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13. 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.
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14. Vegan Brie
This Vegan Brie is surprisingly similar to the real thing,and 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.
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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.
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16. 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.
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Mains + Sides
17. 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.
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18. 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.
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19. 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.
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20. 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.
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21. 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.
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22. 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?
Best when freshly made.
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23. Vegan Christmas Burger
This Vegan Christmas Burger isrichandsatisfyingand packed withfestive flavourslikechestnuts,sage,applesandcranberry sauce!
How long in advance can this be made?
The burger patties can be made a couple of days in advance and kept in the fridge. Reheat in a dry frying pan. Cranberry sauce can be made a few days in advance and kept in the fridge. Assemble before serving.
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24.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.
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25. 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.
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26. Chickpea Kedgeree
ThisChickpea Kedgeree is easy to make, super flavourful and so nutritious!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when freshly made.
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27. 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.
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28. 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.
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29. 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.
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30. 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.
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Desserts + Drinks
31. Mince Pies
These Mince Pies are crispy, flaky, and filled withfruity,fragrant mincemeat!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container in the fridge.
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32. Thumbprint Cookies
TheseThumbprint Cookies aresoft,melt-in-your-mouth "buttery"and filled withsticky,tart-sweetraspberry jam.
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
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33. Vegan Eggnog
ThisVegan Eggnog is superrichandcreamy, so comfortingand perfectlyspiced.
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?
Can be enjoyed hot or cold - but can be reheated in a pan on the hob (stove).
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34. Chocolate Cookies
These Chocolate Cookies arechewy and fudgy,seriously indulgent yet secretly healthy!
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.
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35. Christmas Pudding
This Christmas Pudding is super moist, perfectly spiced and really 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.
What's the best way to reheat this?
Can be enjoyed hot or cold. You can reheat it by steaming it again for 1 hour prior to serving. Or you can warm up individual slices in the microwave.
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36. Tropical Fruit Cake
This Tropical Fruit Cake isnaturally sweetened,super moistandfull of tropical flavour!
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.
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37. Chocolate Fudge
This Chocolate Fudge is seriouslyindulgent, perfectly richandcreamyand secretlyhealthy. Aneasy no-bakedessert!
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.
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38. Sugar Cookies
These Sugar Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and covered in a rich, creamy cashew frosting. Apretty and colourful sweet treat for the festive season!
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.
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39. Chocolate Mousse Cake
This Chocolate Mousse Cake is super chocolatey,rich and creamy, andsweet but not sickly!
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.
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40. Snickerdoodles
These Snickerdoodles aresoftandchewy, perfectlysweetandsofragrant.
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.
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41. Fudge
This Fudge is perfectly sweet, seriouslyrich,melt-in-your-mouth creamy and tastes like caramel!
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.
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42. Hot Chocolate
This Hot Chocolate is rich and creamy, easy to make and super comforting!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
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43. 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.
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44. Chocolate Truffles
These Chocolate Truffles are the most delicious treat – they’re melt-in-your-mouth silky, super creamyandperfectly sweet.
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.
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45. 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.
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46. Gingerbread Cake
This Gingerbread Cake issweetandfragrant,covered in a delicious“cream cheese” frostingandperfect for thefestive season!
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.
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47. Coconut Cake
This Coconut Cake ismoist and fluffy,sweet and creamyandwonderfully coconutty!
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.
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48. Chocolate Tart
This Chocolate Tart has acrispy,butteryandflakycrust and arich,indulgentandluxuriously creamychocolate filling!
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.
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49. Jaffa Cake
This Jaffa Cake iseasy to make,full of orange flavour andsmothered in a decadent chocolate ganache!
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.
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50. Christmas Fruit Cake
This Christmas Fruit Cake is perfectly spiced,seriously moist andcovered in the most indulgent buttercream 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.
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51. Black Forest Cake
This Black Forest Cake is super decadent, rich and creamy, and filled with sweet, juicy cherries.
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.
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52. Strawberry Trifle
This Strawberry Trifle is freshandfruity, and every bitas rich and indulgent as the traditional version.
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.
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53. Fruit Cake
This Fruit Cake is supermoist,beautifullyfragrantandnaturally sweetened!
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.
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54. Chocolate Orange Cake
This Chocolate Orange Cake isrich and decadent,moist and fluffy andfruity and citrusy!
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.
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55. Gingerbread Cookies
These Gingerbread Cookies arecrispyyetchewy,fragrantlyspicedandsupereasyto 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.
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56. Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
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.
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57. Yule Log
ThisYule Log ismoistandfluffy,superindulgent,andcoated in avelvetychocolate buttercreammade fromchestnuts!
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.
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58. Red Wine Hot Chocolate
This Red Wine Hot Chocolate isrich,creamy and socomforting.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
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59. White Chocolate Truffles
TheseWhite Chocolate Truffles arevelvety,creamyandperfectly sweet! They make the bestprettyandeleganttreat!
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.
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60. Chocolate Cherry Trifle
This Chocolate Cherry Trifle is soeasy to make, fruity,creamyandchocolatey!
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.
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61. Rice Pudding
This Rice Pudding isrichandcreamy,perfectly sweetandsubtly spiced. It's the besteasy,comfortingdessert that can be enjoyed hot or cold!
How long in advance can this be made?
A couple of days in advance if you want to eat it cold, or make it fresh if you want to eat it hot.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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62. Ginger Cookies
These Ginger Cookies are soft and chewy, warmly spicedandperfectly sweet!
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.
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63. Coconut Macaroons
These Coconut Macaroons aresoftand chewy,fragrantandnuttyand requirejust5 ingredientsto make!Grain-freeandnut-free.
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.
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64. Lemon Cookies
TheseLemon Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and perfectly tangy. They’re covered in a rich, creamy lemon frosting too!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but can be made a day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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65. Millionaire Shortbread
This Millionaire Shortbread (Caramel Slice) is the bestsweet treat: a “buttery” shortbread base topped with fudgy caramel and silky-smooth chocolate.
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.
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66. Linzer Cookies
TheseLinzer Cookies arelightandtender,melt-in-your-mouth butteryand filled withsweet,stickyjam!
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
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67. Oatmeal Cookies
These Oatmeal Cookies are perfectly chewy and studded with tart-sweet driedcranberries!
How long in advance can this be made?
A day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
In an airtight container at room temperature.
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68. Bread Pudding
ThisBread Pudding iscrispyon the outside,softandfluffyon the inside and filled withjuicyraisins.
How long in advance can this be made?
Best made fresh.
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69. 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.
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70. Shortbread Cookies
TheseShortbread Cookies arecrispandcrunchy,melt-in-your-mouth butteryandperfectlysalty-sweet!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best eaten within the day but keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days - they do become softer the longer you leave them.
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71. Orange Cookies
These Orange Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and perfectly citrusy! They’re covered in a rich, creamy orange buttercream frosting too.
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but can be made a day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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72. Gingerbread Cookie Bars
These Gingerbread Cookie Bars aresoft and chewy,fragrantly spiced andcovered in a rich “cream cheese” frosting! They make an excellent easier alternative toGingerbread Cookies.
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh, but can be made a day in advance.
What's the best way to store this?
Covered in the fridge.
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73. Peppermint Brownies
These Peppermint Brownies are rich and fudgy, and topped with a melt-in-your-mouth peppermint cream and silky chocolate ganache.
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.
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74. Matcha Shortbread Cookies
These Matcha Shortbread Cookies are delightfullysalty-sweet,crisp,crunchyand filled withjuicydried cranberries!Aprettyandelegantsweet treat!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best eaten within the day but keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days - they do become softer the longer you leave them.
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75. Gingerbread Loaf Cake
This Gingerbread Loaf Cake isperfectly spiced, fragrant,and covered in a rich “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.
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Other relevant posts
- Vegan Gift Guide- lots ofvegan gift ideas, including homemade edible gifts, vegan cookbooks, kitchen gadgets and vegan food products!
- Vegan Christmas Menus- three different menus, including a super easy menu, impressive menu and budget-friendly menu!
- 30 Gluten-Free Vegan Christmas Cookies
- Vegan Christmas Leftovers Ideas
- 40 Vegan Christmas Dessert Recipes
If you make any of these Vegan Christmas Recipes,I’d really love to see what you come up with! You can show me bytagging a photo @rhiansrecipes #rhiansrecipes onInstagram! Thank you.
