Choosing which pie to make might be the hardest part of Thanksgiving dessert. These vegan Thanksgiving pies include the classics you look forward to every year, plus a few less traditional options if you're ready to try something new. You'll find plenty of gluten-free options, too, along with tips for choosing a crust and adding the finishing touches.
I've gathered favorites from My Quiet Kitchen and other vegan recipe creators to help you find a pie that fits your holiday plans. Browse the recipes below, or jump to the pie crust and dairy-free whipped topping suggestions if you already know what you're making.
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27 Vegan Thanksgiving Pie Recipes
1. Vegan Pecan Pie (With Optional Bourbon)
The gooey, eggless filling in this pecan pie is made with dates, plant-based butter, and maple syrup. A splash of bourbon adds warmth and flavor... or skip it for a booze-free pie.
2. Gluten-Free Vegan Apple Pie
With the easiest almond flour crust and perfectly spiced, tender apples, this wholesome pie gets everything right. Easily swap the sweetener to make it WFPB (whole food plant based).
3. Healthier Pumpkin Pie
This one has been a reader favorite since it was published 7 years ago and even works well as a crustless pie! Leftovers are fantastic for breakfast with a cup of coffee.
4. Vegan Custard Pie
by Connoisseurus Veg
This egg-free, dairy-free take on old-fashioned custard pie has a creamy vanilla filling with just the right amount of richness.
5. French Pear and Almond Tart (Bourdaloue)
by Berry Baker
Filled with frangipane (almond cream) and juicy pears, the elegant flavors and presentation of this classic French tart make the holidays feel even more special.
6. Cranberry Curd Tart
Featuring heaps of fresh cranberries, orange zest, and rich coconut cream, this smooth and creamy tart always draws a crowd.
7. Vegan Chocolate Pecan Pie
With a sweet, caramel-like filling, chunky pecans, dark chocolate, and a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt, this pie is everything you want in a holiday dessert.
Bonus: It holds up great at room temperature making it an easy option to carry to parties and family gatherings.
8. Sweet Potato Pie
A twist on traditional sweet potato pie, this one has silky smooth filling that's light yet still so flavorful. A great option if you're accommodating special diets this holiday season as it's made without refined-sugar, eggs, dairy, oil, gluten, soy or coconut.
9. Chocolate Hazelnut Pear Pie
by The Baking Fairy
Sweet pears, chocolate, and toasted hazelnuts make this a nice option when you want a fruit pie with a little chocolate, too.
10. Classic Vegan Apple Pie
Sweet, tender, cinnamon apples are surrounded by two layers of flaky vegan pie crust. It's a classic for a reason!
11. Cranberry Cream Pie
If you enjoy the flavor of cheesecake and the consistency of cream pie, you'll love this pretty-in-pink dessert featuring homemade cranberry sauce. Serve chilled or frozen.
12. Mini Butter Tarts
by A Virtual Vegan
Filled with raisins, nuts and a rich and gooey maple filling, these little tarts are a Canadian tradition & perfect for Thanksgiving!
13. Fudgy Vegan Dark Chocolate Pie
Imagine deep, dark chocolate flavor with a dense consistency that's more similar to cheesecake than a cream pie or silk pie. A good choice for dark chocolate lovers who prefer a firmer filling.
14. Chocolate Pumpkin Pie
by Delightful Adventures
If you haven't paired pumpkin with chocolate before, prepare yourself for an "a-ha" moment! This gluten-free vegan pie has an almond-oat crust and a creamy, spiced, chocolate-y filling.
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15. Chocolate Chip Pie
by Make It Dairy Free
With walnuts, chocolate chips, and a buttery filling, this pie is an easy winner for chocolate chip cookie lovers.
16. Apple-Cranberry Hand Pies
Made with my vegan gluten-free pie crust and filled with a simple apple-cranberry compote, these beautiful hand pies are almost too cute to eat.
17. Purple Sweet Potato Pie
by Crowded Kitchen
With a ginger snap crust and orange-scented purple sweet potato filling, this eye-catching vegan pie is sure to become a holiday favorite!
18. Vegan Walnut Pie
My vegan take on Dolly Parton's famous walnut pie - with just the right amount of gooey sweetness to balance the richness of walnuts.
19. Vegan Haupia Pie
Bring Hawaiian island vibes to the holiday table this year with our vegan version of this popular Hawaiian coconut dessert.
20. Healthier Vegan Pecan Pie
This wholesome pecan pie is one of my personal favorite holiday desserts. The lightly sweet, nutty, custard-y filling has a secret ingredient standing in for eggs and butter.
21. Banana Cream Pie
by Loving It Vegan
A welcome dessert any time of year, this banana cream pie has a buttery Golden Oreo crust and sweet and fluffy coconut cream filling.
RELATED: if you're into banana desserts, check out this easy No-Cook Vegan Banana Pudding! 🍌
22. Greek Pumpkin Hand Pies (Kolokithopita)
by Pastry Wishes
Phyllo dough is filled with freshly grated pumpkin, sugar, and spices, then rolled into spirals and baked to flaky perfection!
23. No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie
by This Healthy Kitchen
Rich and nutty, this no-bake peanut butter pie is sweetened with dates and maple syrup and super easy to make!
24. Vegan Cherry Pie
by Serene Trail
Using frozen cherries makes it easy to enjoy this juicy fruit pie outside of cherry season. Try it with spices, orange zest, or a splash of bourbon for extra holiday vibes!
25. Caramel Apple Crisp Pie
by My Pure Plants
In the mood for apple pie but don't want to mess with a top crust? Enter apple crisp pie! The buttery walnut-oat topping crisps up beautifully in the oven, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream takes it over the top.
26. Vegan White Chocolate Cranberry Tart
by Whole Food Soul Food Kitchen
This luscious and festive vegan tart features layers of cranberry and dairy-free white chocolate atop a macadamia nut crust. It's perfect for Christmas, too!
27. Pecan Cream Pie
by Health My Lifestyle
Made with coconut cream and naturally sweetened with dates, this fluffy cream pie is rich, nutty, and surprisingly easy to make.
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Vegan Pie Crust Options
Many of the recipes in this list include their own unique pie crust. One of the great things about pie is you can often mix and match fillings and crusts.
For recipes that call for a classic-style pie crust, you can usually swap it out for an alternative type of crust if needed. Try these healthy and allergy-friendly options:
- vegan gluten-free pie crust (also oil-free) - a reader favorite! This is my go-to pie crust year-round. It's ridiculously easy to work with, crisp and delicious.
- nut-free vegan pie crust (also gluten-free and oil-free)
- oatmeal pie crust - this easy press-in pie crust is a perfect option for no-bake pies and tarts and as a sub for graham cracker crusts.
- oil-free whole-wheat pie crust
Tip! Always review the recipe and bake time to ensure the pie crust you plan to use is a good match with the filling.
Which store-bought pie crusts are vegan?
Check the ingredient list on the specific crust you're buying, since some contain butter or lard and formulas can change. If you're baking for someone with an allergy, check the allergen information as well.
Keep an eye out for the following vegan pie crust options in stores:
- Wholly Wholesome - they offer organic vegan rolled pie dough and pre-made pie shells, regular and whole-wheat.
- Marie Callender's frozen pastry pie shells - check the current package ingredients before buying to confirm they fit your needs.
Vegan Whipped Topping
It's pretty easy to make your own vegan whipped cream at home, whether it's the classic whipped coconut cream or a lighter option like this vegan whipped cream made with aquafaba.
For store-bought, here are a few vegan whipped topping brands:
- So Delicious Cocowhip - so good you'll want to eat it by the spoonful! Visit the store finder on their website to locate a retailer. Find Cocowhip in the freezer section of the grocery store.
- Truwhip Vegan - look for the tub labeled Vegan, since other varieties contain dairy. Here is their store locator tool.
- 365 Plant-Based Whipped Topping - find it at Whole Foods.
- Reddi-wip - look for the non-dairy almond or coconut varieties. Follow the directions on the can for the best results.
Tip! Check the package for thawing instructions and move frozen tubs to the refrigerator in advance. Cocowhip needs about 4 hours to thaw.
Which pie are you planning to make this Thanksgiving? Let me know in the comments!
If you try one, I'd love to hear how it turned out and about any swaps you made.
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