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    Home » Healthy Vegan Living » Vegan Food

    Vegan Holiday Snacks and Drinks

    Published: Nov 29, 2017 · Modified: May 11, 2023 by Dianne · This post may contain affiliate links

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    'Tis the season for entertaining! These vegan holiday snacks and drinks are sure to make all of your Christmas party guests jolly! Here you'll find all of the recipes you need for entertaining including appetizers, finger foods, snacks, cocktails, and desserts.

    Vegan Holiday Snacks and Drinks

    Holiday Parties

    The holiday season is upon us, which means there will parties, potlucks, and lots of celebrating! I love throwing little cocktail parties and tasty snacks as well as season-themed drinks. Through them, I've earned the title of Vegan Martha Stewart, and I've introduced omnivores to really tasty plant-based food that they might not have otherwise tried.

    If you're planning a party, a few of these recipes will definitely please the crowd. I like to make a few finger foods, one or two dips, and a couple of different drinks. The snacks can be made ahead of time and served once your guests arrive. If you're attending a potluck, the finger foods are perfectly delicious contributions.

    I'll be making a few of these for a cookie swap that I'm hosting next week, and I'm already trying to decide which of these vegan holiday snacks to make for the Christmas potluck I'm attending in December!

    Vegan Holiday Snacks and Drinks

    Holiday Finger Food Recipes

    Vegan Apple and Cheese Tarts on board with apples, cheese, and rosemaryVegan Cheese and Apple Tarts

    Made with store-bought puff pastry, these tarts are easy to make, but they make a big impression with guests.

    close up of spinach artichoke dip bites
    Spinach Artichoke Dip Bites

    These little bites are also made with puff pastry, and they're a great way to serve everyone's favorite party dip!

    close up of buffalo cauliflowerBuffalo Cauliflower Bites

    It's just not a party without buffalo cauliflower!

    Seitan Skewers on platter with chimichurri, limes, garlic, and peppers

    Seitan Skewers with Chimichurri 

    Homemade seitan makes these kebabs extra delicious, and chimichurri and jalapeño lime aioli give them a boost of flavor.

    Dipping Vegan Colcannon Cakes

    Colcannon Cakes

    These little cakes make a great appetizer or side dish for dinner, too.

    Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts

    Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts

    Even if you think you don’t like Brussels sprouts, give this recipe a try. I think you’ll find that this is the best way to cook them!

    close up of potato skin in my hand

    Spinach Dip Potato Skins

    Is there anything better than chips and dip? How about a combination of chips and dip in one tasty little package?

    plate with tomato tartlets with lemon, pesto, and tomatoesTomato Tartlets with Spinach Pesto

    Filled with cashew ricotta, these little tarts will definitely impress your party guests.

    Vegan Jalapeno Poppers

    Jalapeno Poppers

    Stuffed with non-dairy cheese and topped with panko bread crumbs, these poppers the perfect combination of spicy, creamy, and crunchy!

    Pesto White Bean Bruschetta from What the Health by Kip Andersen and Keegan Kuhn with Eunice Wong

    Pesto White Bean Bruschetta

    This healthy recipe couldn’t be easier to make. Simply mix all of the oil-free pesto ingredients together in a food processor, and the spread it on slices of whole grain bread. Then top each piece of bruschetta with diced tomatoes and white beans.

    cheeseboard with almond cheddar, olives, nuts, fruit, crackers, and artichoke hearts
    Smoked Almond Cheddar from This Cheese is Nuts by Julie Piatt

    This spread will be the star of your party snack platter!

    cheese board with crackers, olives, grapes, artichoke hearts, strawberries, almondsTangy Herbed Vegan Cheese Spread

    This cashew and macadamia cheese is another great spread to wow your guests with.

    Vegan Cheese & Zucchini PinwheelsVegan Cheese & Zucchini Pinwheels

    These raw pinwheels are the are the perfect appetizer for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve parties.

    taking a nuggetKale and Potato Nuggets from The Vegan Air Fryer by JL Fields

    These little nuggets may seem naughty, but they’re full of nutritious goodness – and they’re quite tasty, too!

    Vegan BBQ Chik’n TaquitosVegan BBQ Chik’n Taquitos

    Easy to prepare taquitos are sure to be the star of your next party!

    plate of stuffed mushrooms with mac and cheese, brussels sprouts, roasted squash, and garlicPesto Stuffed Mushrooms

    These vegan 'shrooms are a mainstay on my holiday menu, and they’re also a perfect canapé for parties. I could eat an entire plate of them on my own, as a meal!

    Cheesy Kale Chips with tomatoes, lemon, and cashewsCheesy Kale Chips

    Even friends who say they hate kale love these healthy snacks! Green Goddess Kale Chips are just as delicious as the cheesy variety.

    Chili Roasted Pumpkin Nachos with jalapeños, herbed cheese, garlic, and pumpkinChili Roasted Pumpkin Nachos

    Pumpkin season isn't over yet! Nachos are always fun at parties, and these pumpkin nachos with herbed cashew cheese are always a big hit. Totally Loaded Vegan Chili Cheese Nachos are a great option, too.

    Vegan Dip Recipes

    dipping a cracker into dip

    Spinach Artichoke Dip

    This recipe is super easy to make, and it can be served hot or cold.

    Vegan Queso with chips and cut peppersVegan Queso

    This dip is made with vegetables, making it sneakily healthy.

    Dipping celery stick

    Everything but the Bagel Dip

    Serve this dip with or chips for the ultimate appetizer or cut veggies for a healthy afternoon snack. No one will guess that’s made with hidden veggies!

    Five Layer Dip chips, tomatoes, olives, and limesFive Layer Dip

    This dip is super simple to make, and my friends go nuts for it!

    dipping a chip into chickpea dipBuffalo Chickpea Dip from The Main Street Vegan Academy Cookbook

    This cheesy dip is so irresistible that you might want to double the recipe!

    close up of bowl of Garlicky White Bean DipGarlicky White Bean Dip

    Garlic, white beans, and tahini blend together perfectly to create this creamy snack in this recipe.

    roasted garlic hummus with tomatoes, carrot sticks, and cucumberRoasted Garlic Hummus

    This silky smooth dip takes a little bit of time to make, but believe me, it’s worth it.

    hummus with chips overheadNo Bean Hummus

    Hummus is usually made with chickpeas, but this no bean hummus is made with zucchini in order to sneak a few more veggies into your diet.

    Fresh Tomato Salsa

    I like to use cherry or grape tomatoes in this fresh tomato salsa, as find them more flavorful than the large varieties.

    Avocado Salsa Verde

    This Avocado Salsa Verde (or Guaca-Verde-Mole, as I like to call it) is a delicious salsa verde-guacamole hybrid made with tomatillos, avocados, and jalapeño peppers.

    Vegan Dessert Recipes

    strawberry with hummus

    Chocolate Hummus

    Use this dessert hummus as a dip for fresh berries, dried fruit, pretzels, or anything else you can think of. This sweet treat tastes like brownie batter, but it’s made with chickpeas, tahini, maple syrup, and cocoa powder.

    two bowls of mousse with mint and raspberriesAvocado Chocolate Mousse

    Serve this mousse in small ramekins or little spoons for a fun bite-sized dessert.

    Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffle Mini Tarts with berries, mint, and forks

    Chocolate-Peanut Butter Truffle Mini Tarts

    Satisfy your sweet tooth in just a few bites with these little treats.

    plate of bars with tea, strawberries and mint leaves

    Vegan Nanaimo Bars from Dreena’s Kind Kitchen by Dreena Burton

    These luscious bars taste indulgent, but they're free of dairy, gluten, and nuts.

    Melt-in-Your-Mouth Vegan Fudge plateHomemade Vegan Fudge

    Made with just 5 ingredients, homemade melt-in-your-mouth Vegan Fudge is the ultimate Christmas confection! It’s perfect for holiday treat boxes.

    Chocolate-Gingersnap Fall BarsChocolate-Gingersnap Fall Bars from The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook 

    This a no-bake gluten-free treat is made with hazelnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and warming spices.

    Gingerbread Cookies from Naturally Sweet Vegan Treats by Marisa AlvarssonGingerbread Cookies from Naturally Sweet Vegan Treats by Marisa Alvarsson

    These little sweets are terrific for gift giving and they’re a great dessert for holiday parties and Christmas dinner, too.

    Lots of trufflesChocolate-Almond Date Truffles

    These treats are super easy to make, and they’re healthy, too!

    picking up a truffleTahini Truffles

    Chocolate and sesame paste combine deliciously in these luscious vegan truffles.

    candy bite in my hand

    Chocolate–Peanut Butter Candy Bites from The Vegan 8 by Brandi Doming

    These little bites are a delicious treat for Halloween, holiday parties, or anytime you’re in need of something sweet!

    plate of cheesecakes with a fork, berries and limes in the background

    Mini Vegan Key Lime Cheesecakes

    Their small size makes these little cheesecakes perfect for gatherings. They’re great for Christmas or New Year’s Eve festivities.

    Vegan Drink Recipes

    two christmas cosmosChristmas Cosmos

    Cranberries add a festive flair to this cocktail.

    Candy Cane MartiniCandy Cane Martinis

    Garnished with peppermints or candy canes, this is a fun cocktail for holidays parties.

    two glasses of mulled wineMulled Wine

    Toast the season with a mug of hot Mulled Wine!

    mugs of mulled apple cider

    Mulled Cider

    If you prefer a warm alcoholic drink, opt for cider instead of wine.

    glass of sangria with cinnamon sticks and cranberries

    Apple Cider Sangria

    This easy recipe is made with fruit, apple cider, white wine, spiced rum, and sparkling water. Don't forget the cinnamon stick for garnish!

    Gingerbread Tea Latte (vegan)Gingerbread Tea Latte

    Warm up with a mug of hot non-dairy Gingerbread Tea Latte on a chilly winter’s day. It’s the perfect drink for the Christmas holiday season.

    two glasses of sparkling iced with with an orange and cranberries
    Orange Ginger Sparkling Iced Tea

    This the perfect drink for those who don't imbibe.

    What are you serving up this holiday season?

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    About Dianne

    Dianne Wenz is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Vegan Lifestyle Coach, Plant-Based Diet Nutrition Specialist, and Plant-Based Chef, as well as the author of Truly Healthy Vegan Cookbook.

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    1. Jennifer Bliss

      December 04, 2017 at 11:35 am

      A big ole' post of vegan YUM!!!!! Everything looks perfect! WOWZA! Can't go wrong with Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower! DH the omni LOVES them! He's been bugging me to make them again! I need to try your other suggestions soon! I need to jump outside my comfort zone and try and bake again! YIKES!

    2. Dianne

      December 04, 2017 at 2:00 pm

      Thank you, Jennifer!

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