Some things are essential. Dessert is one of them.

It’s what you crave after a long week, what you bring when loved ones gather, and—let’s be honest—sometimes it’s dinner.

Baking should be easy, breezy, and delicious. But with egg prices rising (thanks, avian flu), it’s become a bit trickier.

Luckily, there’s a simpler way.

Swaps like flaxseed and applesauce keep plant-based baking soft, gooey, and egg-free. These vegan dessert recipes are kind to animals, easy on your wallet, and built with pantry staples.

Now that’s having your cake and eating it too.

Pumpkin chocolate chip blondies

These are the kind of treats that disappear before the pan cools. Packed with cozy pumpkin spice and gooey chocolate chips, these blondies strike the perfect balance between soft, chewy, and fudgy. 

Grandma’s pear cake

pear cake

This cozy, rustic cake feels straight out of a countryside bakery, but it’s made with pantry staples you likely have on hand. Brown sugar, ground nuts, and plant-based butter come together in a soft, rich batter–without the eggs or dairy. 

Peanut butter brownies

Chocolate and peanut butter are a classic duo for a reason. These brownies are rich, fudgy, and swirled just enough to test your self-control. Made with deep cocoa, sweet applesauce, and creamy plant milk, they’re baked for dessert lovers with unapologetically high standards.

Let’s swap sweet ideas!

Have a favorite vegan dessert? Drop it in the comments! Yours might be featured in our next post…