Dairy-free dessert recipes

Indulge in homemade chocolate ice cream as the dessert course on a vegan menu. It's dairy free, egg free and gluten free, but still tastes delicious

A low-fat chocolate ice cream? It really does exist! Our blitzed banana creation is gluten and dairy-free and ready in minutes

An easy, no-cook cheesecake that's dairy-free and gluten-free with just a little agave syrup to sweeten. This lusciously lemony vegan dessert will go down wonderfully

Make our easy vegan chocolate sponge cake for a special occasion using dairy substitutes. It's finished with luscious plant-based 'buttercream' and seasonal fruits

Enjoy this magnificent vegan version of pecan pie. With all the flavours of the classic American dessert, it's a crowdpleasing treat for all

What says comfort food more than apple crumble? Bake this vegan version as a satisfying treat for all the family – perfect with dairy-free cream or custard

Nothing says summer like a sweet, berry-filled Eton mess and this vegan version swaps the egg whites in the meringues for an ingenious alternative

Impress your guests with this decadent chocolate and date tart in a shortcrust pastry case. Suitable for vegans, it's sure to go down a treat with everyone

A ruby-red iced dessert with subtle floral hints – a refreshing end to spicy meals

This divine, squidgy chocolate cake is dairy and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy a slice for dessert – even the vegans at your dinner party

A lighter version of sticky toffee pudding, rich with dates and spices, and the juicy texture of poached pears, this vegan dessert is sure to please a crowd

Use soya milk to make this delicious vegan bread pudding. Dates, cinnamon and vanilla all bring sweetness, so you don’t need to add lots of sugar

Craving a snack? Whip up these easy no-bake vegan flapjacks, which you can flavour with chocolate chips or dried fruit and nuts of your choosing

Enjoy a plant-based pud using vegan 'cheese' and coconut cream. This no-bake dessert is full of rich vanilla flavour and works well with seasonal fruit

Choose from rose and pistachio, chocolate or citrus flavours to make these plant-based biscuits. Prefer plain? Just add a little vanilla extract to the mixture

Treat the family to Indonesian-style banana fritters for dessert. They’re cooked using a batter that includes sesame seeds for added crunch

Make some cranberry and orange vegan cookies for your Christmas biscuit tin. They’re made with jumbo oats, orange zest, dried cranberries and cinnamon

Bake these vegan Christmas cookies packed with pistachios and cranberries. Fill your biscuit tin with them for whenever you have guests in over the festive season

Enjoy these delicate, fruit-studded vegan florentines. They make an impressive gift, and if you prefer something a little less rich, omit the chocolate

Use a stand mixer to knead the soft, enriched dough in this vegan version of panettone. A classic treat at Christmas time, it also makes a lovely gift

Use aquafaba (chickpea water) to replace the egg in these biscotti. Traditionally served with dessert wine, they can also be enjoyed dunked in tea