15+ Best Vegan Easter Recipes For A Brunch (2022)

In view of the upcoming Easter holidays, we decided to share a collection of our favorite vegan Easter recipes. All of them are gluten-free, too. They have all been tested by our whole family during a beautiful brunch and didn't disappoint, to say the least!

Hosting a brunch is such a great way to gather with friends and family once the egg hunts are over! Who would have thought that you could turn a simple brunch into a real Easter feast? From savory dishes to vegan desserts, everyone is guaranteed to find something they love.

Benefits of brunches vs traditional Easter dishes

• You don't have to come with a fancy holiday menu.
• You don't need to have one specific main dish. By having different options, you can make sure that everyone will find something they like.
• We love the informal vibe of a brunch, where everyone can help themselves and pick and choose what they want to eat.
• We feel like everyone has lower expectations of brunch foods versus traditional Easter dishes, which is great if you are not a seasoned cook.
• You can ask guests to bring a dish if you don't have time to cook for a crowd.
• Brunches are a great opportunity to make others discover the vegan dishes you love. Especially people that are not on a vegan diet may be surprised by the variety of foods you offer. It's your chance to prove to them that even their favorite breakfast food can be made gluten-free and vegan AND taste delicious.

Elo's brunch tips

Involve your guests

• Let your guests know that they are welcome to bring a dish or two. These can be as simple as fresh fruit or a loaf of bread.
• Ask everyone to bring airtight containers such as Tupperware to take leftovers home.

The week before the brunch

• Decide on a number of recipes that provide variety but don't feel too overwhelming to prepare. We recommend having at least 2 savory and 2 sweet options.
• Choose a few recipes that can be eaten cold and prepared ahead of time.
• Go through the recipes that you have not tried yet and read the instructions carefully.
• Make a grocery list to prevent having to run to the store multiple times.
• Make most recipes 1-2 days ahead of time. You can also make them the weekend before and store them in the freeze. Don't forget to defrost them the night before the brunch.

On Easter day

• Make fresh salad shortly before serving.
• Set up the buffet and decorate your Easter table.
• Reheat some of the dishes.

Vegan and gluten-free bread recipes

Let's start off with the essentials! There's nothing like a slice of bread or a bagel to go with brunch food. Serve them with homemade dips like this beetroot hummus or zucchini spread.

1

Vegan Gluten-Free Bagels (No Yeast)

This 1-bowl bagel recipe is vegan, gluten-free, yeast-free and so easy to make. There's no need to let the dough rise, and no boiling or no deep-frying involved. And yet, these bagels are moist and fluffy and an absolute must for a brunch!

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2

Bread Without Flour

If you're looking to make an easy loaf of bread, this no-knead recipe is the way to go! It's only made with oats and seeds and has a preparation time of 10 minutes.

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Vegan egg recipes

Who doesn't like breakfast food at brunch? This vegan quiche, scrambled eggs and casserole can be made ahead of time and make serve as the main course. The advantage is that you can eat them hot or cold. All three recipes use silken tofu to replace real eggs while providing a very similar texture. These smashed potatoes would make a perfect side.

3

Vegan Spinach Quiche

This vegan spinach quiche combines all your favorite spring vegetables. It's made with silken tofu, which provides a consistency that is incredibly similar to eggs and bakes really easily. You can make it up to 3 days ahead of time and serve it warm or cold.

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4

Soft Tofu Scramble

This soft silken tofu scramble recipe looks and tastes just like scrambled eggs. It's perfect as a vegan breakfast, brunch or lunch.

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5

Vegan Breakfast Casserole

This easy Vegan Breakfast Casserole is the perfect make ahead dish for a stress free brunch. Just like traditional recipes, but completely plant based!

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Vegan and gluten-free waffles and crepes

Waffles and crepes are some of the best brunch recipes as they can both be made into sweet and savory versions. They only require simple ingredients such as gluten-free oat flour, buckwheat flour and plant-based milk. Serve them with roasted vegetables and fresh herbs, or sweet spreads and fresh fruits.

6

3-Ingredient Buckwheat Galettes

If you want to try a typical French recipe that is delicious and super easy to make, you need to make these authentic buckwheat galettes. Top them with sautéed vegetables and herbs, such as mushrooms and fresh parsley.

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7

Gluten-free Vegan Almond Milk Crepes

For sweet crepes, we highly recommend these vegan almond milk crepes. They hold their shape, are easy to flip and super flexible. Plus, they taste heavenly good! 

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8

Savory Lentil Waffles

Savory waffles are a must for brunches! The waffles made with red lentils are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve them with a refreshing avocado-cilantro cream and some salad.

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9

Simple Gluten-free Waffles

This gluten-free waffle recipe is made using simple ingredients with no added sugar. Ready in less than 30 minutes and requires only one bowl.

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Vegan and gluten-free cakes and muffins

We all love a slice of cake to finish off a brunch. Carrot cake and cinnamon rolls are the ultimate vegan easter desserts that cannot be missing on your table.

If you're not a seasoned baker, we've got you! Try this fool-proof no-bake carrot cake recipe or this fluffy almond flour cake. And don't worry about leftover cake and muffins, your guests will be glad to take one home.

10

No-Bake Carrot Cake (Vegan, Gluten Free)

This no-bake carrot cake is soft, spicy and covered with the best vegan frosting. It's 100% fail-proof and will be a guaranteed success on Easter. Plus, you can store it in the fridge for several days without it getting dry and brittle!

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11

Vegan Almond Cake

This vegan almond cake is moist, delicate and possibly the easiest cake recipe you’ll ever make. It is made with almond flour, which makes it naturally gluten-free.

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12

Vegan Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls

If you were looking for homemade vegan and gluten-free cinnamon rolls recipe, you've finally found it. These rolls are soft, fluffy and taste like the real the real-deal!

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13

Vegan lemon muffins

If you want some zesty baked goods on your brunch table, try these super moist and fluffy vegan lemon muffins. You wouldn't think that they are actually vegan and gluten-free. The best part is that they are made with a few simple ingredients and come together in one bowl.

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14

Cinnamon Oat Muffins

Looking for a classic muffins recipe? These cinnamon oatmeal muffins won't disappoint! They are made with staple pantry ingredients and can be made gluten free, dairy free, and vegan for a great breakfast or snack.

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Vegan Easter treats

These sweet treats make are perfect to add to the kids' Easter basket! It's great to have a few healthy options next to all the chocolate bunnier. But don't be fooled, they are very appreciated by adults as well. The best part is that these homemade chocolate eggs, energy balls and raw cookies only take about 15 minutes to make.

15

Homemade Easter Eggs

What if we told you that making homemade Easter eggs without a mold is actually incredibly easy and doesn't take much time? These vegan chocolate Easter eggs with dark chocolate and a crunchy almond butter filling are better than store-bought ones! 

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16

Carrot Cake Energy Balls

If you don't have the time or patience to make a carrot cake from scratch, these coconut carrot cake energy balls are the perfect solution. They come together in a food processor in less than 15 minutes and taste just like your favorite carrot cake. 

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17

Healthy Lemon Cookies (No-Bake)

These healthy lemon cookies are vegan, gluten free and come together in a blender in 15 minutes. And yes that's right, they don't need to be baked.

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Spring veggies to go with your brunch

Fresh and cooked vegetables are great sides to go with your vegan Easter recipes. Try to incorporate seasonal vegetables in form of salads and roasted sides.

• Green beans: boiled and sauteed
• Fresh asparagus: boiled and sauteed
• Spinach: sauteed or as a salad
• Fennel: caramelized or as a salad
• Rainbow carrots: oven-roasted and pan-fried

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