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You might think that vegan desserts could never compete with their non-vegetarian variants. However, this is not true. In fact, vegan baking is the key to flavorsome and healthier alternatives. Moreover, there’s no harm in sneaking some nutritious ingredients without compromising on taste. Even though your little ones might be your critics, it is sure that these recipes will win their hearts.
Read this recipe blog to explore some of the best vegan desserts that your kids will love.
Vegan Creme Brûlée
This creamy cheese topped with the caramelized and crunchy sugar crust is made just by using vegan ingredients. That means no eggs and no dairy.
Ingredients:
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp. cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
Procedure:
- Take a saucepan and heat it over medium heat.
- Now whisk coconut milk, almond milk, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until the mixture thickens.
- Pour the mixture into molds and let them refrigerate for around 4 hours.
- Dust off with some powdered sugar. Caramelize the sugar using a kitchen torch and serve immediately.
Chocolate Souffle
This is a perfect light dessert recipe that is not just airy but also gooey and is sure to steal away your kid’s heart.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup melted dark vegan chocolate
- 1/2 cup aquafaba
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Procedure:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C and grease some molds with vegan butter.
- Now use an electric mixer to beat together aquafaba and cream of tartar until you notice stiff peaks start to form.
- Add sugar gradually while beating.
- Gently fold in the melted dark chocolate and vanilla extract into the mixture.
- Pour the mixture into ramekins and bake for about 12–15 minutes. Ready; enjoy!
Tarte Tatin
This classic upside-down caramelized apple tart infused with a flaky vegan crust is perfect for all the sweet cravings.
Ingredients:
- 4 sliced apples
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 sheet vegan puff pastry
Procedure:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C.
- In a pan, melt butter and sugar over medium heat until it caramelizes.
- Now add the sliced apples and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into an oven-safe dish and place puff pastry over the apple mixture. Tuck the edges around.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the tart turns golden brown.
- Cool and serve!
Vegan Macarons
Though difficult to make, these delicate almond meringue macarons with flavored fillings are another must-try vegan dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup aquafaba
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Vegan ganache or fruit preserves
Procedure:
- Beat together aquafaba and cream of tartar with an electric mixer to form stiff peaks. Simulately keep on adding sugar, one spoon at a time.
- Now sift in almond flour and sugar and gently fold into the aquafaba. Add any food coloring of your choice.
- Pipe the mixture onto the parchment paper in small circles. Tap a little and let them rest for 30 minutes.
- Bake at 150°C for 15-18 minutes.
- Cool the macaroon before adding the filling.
Mille-Feuille
It is also known as Napolean and features layers of crispy pastry, pastry cream, and a sugar glaze, with each element adding a unique burst of flavors to the recipe.
Ingredients:
For pastry:
- 1 sheet vegan puff pastry
For pastry cream:
- 1 cup almond milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tbsp. cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For glaze:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tsp. almond milk
Procedure:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C and bake the puff pastry sheet until it turns golden brown.
- Take a saucepan and whisk together almond milk, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla over medium-high heat.
- Cook until the mixture thickens.
- Cut the puff pastry into rectangles and layer them with pastry cream in between.
- To prepare the glaze, mix together powdered sugar and almond milk and drizzle on top of puff pastry.
Takeaway
Looking for vegan dessert recipes to satisfy your kids’ sweet cravings while keeping things plant-based and nutritious? From vegan souffle to vegan macaroons, every recipe on this guide proves that even vegan recipes can be incredibly fun and creative. Explore this guide to find out some of the most tempting vegan desserts that your kids can't resist.
