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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- 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!
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mains + Sides
22. Pumpkin Chestnut Risotto
This Pumpkin Chestnut Risotto isfilling, comfortingand warming!
How long in advance can this be made?
Best when fresh.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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45. Cornbread Muffins
TheseCornbread Muffins aremoistandfluffy, supereasyto makeandperfectly rich!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best when fresh.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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49. Biscuits
TheseBiscuits aremoistandfluffy and supereasyto make!
How long in advance can this be made?
Tastes best within the day.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Other Thanksgiving posts
- Vegan Gift Guide - lots of vegan gift ideas, including homemade edible gifts, vegan cookbooks, kitchen gadgets and vegan food products!
- 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.