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    The VGN Way » Dessert

    Easy Vegan Summer Dessert Recipes

    Published: Mar 23, 2021 · Modified: Aug 14, 2022 by Nija Clark · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    With summer’s bounty comes so many delicious and healthy vegan summer desserts. You can indulge with summer’s coolest dairy-free ice cream treats or satisfy a sweet tooth with gluten-free vegan lemon bars or keep the kitchen cool with no bake treats

    Easy Vegan Summer Desserts
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    • Berries & Stone Fruit Desserts
    • No-Bake Desserts
    • Nondairy Ice Cream & Popsicles 
    • Citrus Desserts
    • Baked Goods
    • Chocolate
    • 5 Ingredients or Less
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    • Don’t Forget To Pin These Vegan Gluten-Free Summer Dessert Recipes To Try Later!

    Berries & Stone Fruit Desserts

    Summer brings so many good things including sweet and juicy fresh berries. From strawberry shortcakes to tropical popsicles and ice cream galore

    Blueberry Tart With Lemon Verbena Ice Cream - Circus Gardener
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    Blueberry Tart With Lemon Verbena Ice Cream - Circus Gardener
    Easy Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake (Vegan & Dairy-Free)
    These light, moist and fluffy Strawberry shortcakes are topped with fresh strawberries and sweet coconut whipped cream and best of all, these easy homemade shortcakes are gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free.
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    Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Crumble Bars - Rhians Recipes
    These Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Crumble Bars are the perfect dessert: a crunchy base topped with juicy, jammy blueberries and a “buttery” crumble topping.
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    Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Crumble Bars - Rhians Recipes

    No-Bake Desserts

    When its to hot in the kitchen but that sweet tooth is calling. This desserts will satisfy that craving

    No-Bake Vegan S’mores Pie (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
    Easy no-bake Vegan S’mores Pie made with a gluten-free graham cracker crust, a rich dairy-free chocolate pudding, & allergy-free homemade marshmallow fluff!
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    No-Bake Vegan S’mores Pie (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
    Best No-Bake Vegan Matcha Cheesecake | Gluten-Free - Good Food Baddie
    Make luscious double-layered No-Bake Vegan Matcha Cheesecake with Oreo crust! This vibrant dessert tastes like a creamy vanilla matcha latte!
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    Best No-Bake Vegan Matcha Cheesecake | Gluten-Free - Good Food Baddie
    Simple & Easy To Make Peanut Butter Banana Mousse (Dairy Free + Vegan)
    This easy to make; dairy-free peanut butter mousse is creamy and made with aquafaba for a light and airy texture with a rich chocolate topping. The perfect no-bake dessert treat.
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    No-Bake Lemon Energy Bars - Running On Real Food
    Healthy and delicious, no-bake lemon pie energy bars made with just 4 simple ingredients. Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free and no added sugar, everyone can enjoy these fresh and flavorful treats!
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    No-Bake Lemon Energy Bars - Running On Real Food
    Frozen Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pie - Veggie Inspired
    Frozen Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pie - This cool creamy pie comes together easily and tastes like a frozen snickers bar.
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    Frozen Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Pie - Veggie Inspired
    Best Raw Caramel Slice (No-Bake Chocolate Treat)
    Easy raw caramel slice recipe rich in chocolate & slightly salted! Delicious and healthy no-bake summer treat for the whole family.
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    Best Raw Caramel Slice (No-Bake Chocolate Treat)
    Chocolate & Coconut Bounty Bliss Balls (Healthy + Vegan)
    Healthy chocolate coconut bounty bliss balls made with 4 vegan ingredients! Decadent yet wholesome treats perfect for gifting & meal prep.
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    Chocolate & Coconut Bounty Bliss Balls (Healthy + Vegan)
    Mango Basil Rice Breakfast or Dessert Recipe | VEEG
    Welcome to the best recipe post for Mango Basil Rice Breakfast or Dessert that you’ll ever read.
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    Mango Basil Rice Breakfast or Dessert Recipe | VEEG
    No-Bake Blackberry Dream Bars Recipe | VEEG
    Who could ask for a more chill dessert recipe than these No-Bake Blackberry Dream Bars
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    No-Bake Blackberry Dream Bars Recipe | VEEG

    Nondairy Ice Cream & Popsicles 

    How To Make Peach & Cream Vegan Popsicles
    A twist on the classic creamsicle with this easy to make peaches n cream vegan recipe version. 
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    You scream will all scream ice cream. We actually enjoy ice cream all year around but a nice cold popsicle or bowl of ice cream after the barbecue never disappoints 

    Vegan Papaya Lime Popsicles | ShortGirlTallOrder
    The easiest recipe for Vegan Papaya Lime Popsicles! Fresh papaya, lime, coconut milk, vanilla, & a little sugar make this the best homemade summer treat.
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    Vegan Papaya Lime Popsicles | ShortGirlTallOrder
    3-Ingredient pineapple sorbet
    This delicious and refreshing pineapple sorbet is embarrassingly easy to make, and has only 3 ingredients: pineapple, a little bit of sugar and water.
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    3-Ingredient pineapple sorbet
    Hibiscus Strawberry Ice Cream - The Vgn Way
    This Hibiscus Strawberry vegan ice cream gets its sweet & tart flavor from hibiscus & strawberries, a perfect addition to your Juneteenth & Summer bbq’s
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    Hibiscus Strawberry Ice Cream - The Vgn Way
    raspberry and mint sorbet - circus gardener
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    raspberry and mint sorbet - circus gardener
    Mango Nice Cream
    Creamy, dreamy, luscious mango nice cream made from mangoes and bananas! This delicious and quick dessert is healthy, easy, and will make you think you’re in a tropical paradise!
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    Mango Nice Cream
    CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER NICE CREAM – GET SET VEGAN
    This chocolate peanut butter nice cream is a sugar-free, dairy-free and vegan dessert. Just 4 ingredients and 5 min prep time.
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    CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER NICE CREAM – GET SET VEGAN
    3-Ingredient Strawberry Banana Sorbet Recipe | Chenée Today
    How to make easy, refreshing strawberry banana sorbet without an ice cream maker! This recipe only requires THREE ingredients and no refined sugars!
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    3-Ingredient Strawberry Banana Sorbet Recipe | Chenée Today
    Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars (Vegan + GF)
    Have a taste of nostalgia with these Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars. They’re creamy, crumbly, tart and deliciously sweet!
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    Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars (Vegan + GF)

    Citrus Desserts

    When your looking for something a little tart and sweet; citrus desserts hit the spot

    LEMON BARS - THE VGN WAY
    When life gives you lemons.... make the yummiest, lemoniest, lemon bars ever! These lip smacking tangy vegan gluten-free bars on a buttery shortbread crust are the perfect combination of citrusy, tart & sweet.
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    LEMON BARS - THE VGN WAY
    No-Bake Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Donut Holes | Minimalist Baker Recipes
    Tender no-bake donut holes infused with lemon juice and zest and speckled with poppy seeds! A 30-minute naturally sweetened, easy-to-make snack or dessert!
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    No-Bake Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Donut Holes | Minimalist Baker Recipes
    No-Bake Vegan Key Lime Pie (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
    This 5 ingredient No-Bake Vegan Key Lime Pie is so easy to make, gluten-free, and allergy-free! A creamy, zesty, and slightly sweet key lime filling made with coconut milk then chilled in a gluten-free graham cracker crust! Top it with dairy-free whipped cream and fresh lime zest before serving up this healthier and refreshing tropical dessert recipe!
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    No-Bake Vegan Key Lime Pie (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
    Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Pie
    This Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Pie is crispy and flaky, fresh and tangy and rich and creamy! A crispy, flaky pastry pie crust with a lemon curd filling and coconut whipped cream. Refined sugar free.
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    Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Pie
    Mini Vegan Lemon Tarts (Gluten-Free & Healthy)
    These mini vegan lemon tarts are an easy no-bake spring and summer treat! Healthy, gluten-free, wholesome and kid-approved.
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    Mini Vegan Lemon Tarts (Gluten-Free & Healthy)

    Baked Goods

    Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Donuts - Best Served Vegan
    These vegan lemon poppy seed donuts are what donut dreams are made of – fluffy, sweet, and tart! The zesty lemon flavor and easy glaze make these the perfect vegan treat!
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    Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Donuts - Best Served Vegan
    Vegan Strawberry Tart
    This vegan strawberry tart is a delicious take on classic French tarte aux fraises. Homemade pastry filled with vanilla pastry cream, and topped with juicy glazed strawberries.
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    Stovetop Blueberry Crisp
    This stovetop blueberry crisp is a quick and easy vegan dessert! It’s great when you’re hosting friends and you need to whip up a simple but delicious sweet treat!
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    Blueberry Crisp

    Chocolate

    Vegan Salted Dark Chocolate & Chilli Pots - Lovely Jubley
    After dinner, a square (or more) of dark chocolate is always a welcomed treat. However, if the occasion calls for something more, then these little chocolate pots will do the trick!
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    Vegan Salted Dark Chocolate & Chilli Pots - Lovely Jubley
    OREO TRUFFLES WITHOUT CREAM CHEESE – GET SET VEGAN
    If you’ve ever wondered how to make Oreo (make with new gluten-free vegan Oreo cookies) truffles without cream cheese, this recipe is for you. These Oreo balls are made with just three ingredients, no cream cheese, no baking, or special equipment is required.
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    OREO TRUFFLES WITHOUT CREAM CHEESE – GET SET VEGAN
    Vegan Dark Chocolate Bars | Minimalist Baker Recipes
    A healthy, easy 5-ingredient recipe for homemade vegan dark chocolate made with cacao butter and cacao powder and naturally sweetened with maple syrup!
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    Vegan Dark Chocolate Bars | Minimalist Baker Recipes
    Vegan Chocolate Salted Caramel Pots | The Vegan Larder
    This utterly delicious recipe for Vegan Chocolate Salted Caramel Pots is a new fave! It tastes like the chocolate rolo sweets from our pre-vegan days - but in DESSERT form.
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    Vegan Chocolate Salted Caramel Pots | The Vegan Larder

    5 Ingredients or Less

    Vegan Lebanese Milk Pudding - Plant Based Folk
    Learn how to make creamy Haytaliyeh (vegan) is an easy solid milk pudding Lebanese recipe for the whole family. Haytaliyeh only requires 6 ingredients.
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    Watermelon Dessert “Pizza” | Health My Lifestyle
    This is the perfect summer treat—sweet AND refreshing. And 100% plant-based using vegan coconut whipped cream that you can make easily at home!
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    Watermelon Dessert “Pizza” | Health My Lifestyle
    Cookies And Cream Tahini Fudge | Sliced Ginger
    6 ingredients and 1 bowl, this tahini freezer fudge can be made in under 15 minutes! It’s super creamy, mildly sweet and dotted with crunchy chocolate sandwich cookies. If you are a tahini lover you will fall head over heels for this delicious fudge.
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    Cookies And Cream Tahini Fudge | Sliced Ginger

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