12 Easy Vegetarian Desserts

Looking for vegetarian desserts that are actually easy to make? Here are 12 of my favorites, from quick weeknight options to make-ahead ideas, all built on simple, wholesome ingredients.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient to make sure it contains no meat, poultry or fish. When a recipe calls for broth, use a vegetable-based one.

At a Glance

  • 12 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 45 minutes
  • 3 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Affogato in 3 minutes
  • Calories: about 65 to 450 per serving

Vegetarian Desserts

1
A close-up of a glass of Affogato, showing dark espresso cascading over a scoop of white vanilla ice cream, with a spoon resting in the glass.
Affogato
Ready in 3 minutes · 150 calories per serving.
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2
A close-up of golden Bananas Foster served over vanilla ice cream, with a rich caramel sauce glistening.
Bananas Foster
Ready in 15 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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3
Stack of golden banana oatmeal cookies on a white plate with fresh banana slices
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Ready in 17 minutes · 65 calories per serving.
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4
Stack of golden healthy oatmeal cookies on a white plate with scattered oats
Healthy Oatmeal Cookies
Ready in 25 minutes · 95 calories per serving.
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5
A bowl of warm, creamy homemade Rice Pudding topped with cinnamon and a sprinkle of nutmeg, ready to be enjoyed.
Rice Pudding
Ready in 35 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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6
Golden Spiced Pear Soufflé in white ramekin dusted with powdered sugar on rustic table
Spiced Pear Soufflé
Ready in 35 minutes · 145 calories per serving.
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7
Slice of rich flourless chocolate cake with powdered sugar and fresh berries on white plate
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Ready in 45 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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8
Slice of moist almond cake on a plate with powdered sugar and fresh berries
Almond Cake
Ready in 50 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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9
A warm, bubbling berry crisp with a golden oat topping, served in a rustic baking dish, ready to be enjoyed.
Berry Crisp
Ready in 55 minutes · 380 calories per serving.
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10
Close-up of two small ramekins filled with dark, glossy Chocolate Pots de Crème, garnished with fresh raspberries.
Chocolate Pots de Crème
Ready in 55 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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11
Golden apple crisp in baking dish with crispy oat topping and cinnamon apples
Homemade Apple Crisp Recipe
Ready in 65 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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12
A close-up of glistening homemade Candied Orange Peel, half-dipped in rich dark chocolate, arranged on parchment paper.
Candied Orange Peel (Chocolate Covered)
Ready in 825 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really vegetarian?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Portions and brands vary, so check the details on each recipe card.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Affogato is the fastest, ready in about 3 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 65 to 450 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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