20 Refreshing and Sweet Vegan Strawberry Desserts

Few ingredients feel as joyful and sun-kissed as fresh strawberries. 

Their natural sweetness, bright color, and juicy texture make them a perfect star for desserts year-round, from summer picnics to cozy spring bakes. 

We’ve pulled together a collection of vegan strawberry desserts that allow this berry to shine, while keeping things simple, satisfying, and entirely plant-based.

Chilled and Creamy Vegan Strawberry Desserts

Cool, refreshing desserts that are perfect for warmer days or light endings to a meal.

1. Vegan Strawberry Mousse

Fluffy, tangy, and naturally pink, this mousse is made with blended strawberries and whipped aquafaba.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)
• ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions:

1. Blend strawberries, syrup, lemon, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Whip aquafaba and cream of tartar to stiff peaks.
3. Fold in the strawberry purée gently.
4. Spoon into glasses and chill for 1–2 hours.

2. Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream

No churn needed—this banana-based version is creamy, fruity, and easy to scoop.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas, frozen in slices
• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Splash of plant milk, as needed

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Serve soft or freeze 1–2 hours for a firmer texture.

3. Strawberry Chia Pudding Parfaits

Layered with chia, fresh berries, and coconut cream – perfect for prepping ahead.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plant milk
• ¼ cup chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup chopped strawberries
• ½ cup coconut whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Mix milk, chia seeds, syrup, and vanilla. Chill 4+ hours.
2. Layer with strawberries and cream in jars.
3. Top with extra berries.

4. Strawberry Coconut Yogurt Bark

Frozen yogurt bark with sliced strawberries makes a light, refreshing snack or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups thick coconut yogurt
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• Optional: chopped pistachios or coconut flakes

Instructions:

1. Mix yogurt, syrup, and vanilla.
2. Spread on a lined tray. Top with strawberries and extras.
3. Freeze until firm. Break into pieces.

5. Vegan Strawberry Milkshake

A creamy, nostalgic treat made with plant-based ingredients and real strawberries.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 banana
• 1 cup plant milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:

1. Blend until smooth.
2. Serve immediately.

6. Vegan Strawberries and Cream

Simple, fresh, and ready in minutes – this classic combo is a perfect way to enjoy ripe strawberries.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or coconut sugar (optional, for sweetening)
• 1 cup chilled coconut cream (scooped from a refrigerated can)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Toss strawberries with maple syrup and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Whip coconut cream with vanilla until soft peaks form.
3. Serve strawberries topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Baked Vegan Strawberry Desserts

Warm, fruity, and cozy – these bakes are ideal for teatime, brunch, or a comforting dessert.

7. Vegan Strawberry Crumble

Sweet strawberries topped with a golden oat crumble. Easy to prep and great with vegan vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients:

Filling:

• 4 cups sliced strawberries
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup

Topping:

• ¾ cup rolled oats
• ½ cup almond flour
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup melted coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Toss strawberries with cornstarch and syrup.
2. Spread in a baking dish and top with crumble.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes.

8. Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits

Tender, sweet biscuits filled with fresh strawberries and whipped coconut cream.

Ingredients:

Biscuits:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup coconut oil
• ¾ cup plant milk
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Filling:

• 1 ½ cups sliced strawberries
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup coconut whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Mix biscuit dough and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.
2. Toss strawberries with sugar.
3. Slice biscuits and layer with berries and cream.

9. Strawberry Almond Cake

This one-bowl cake is topped with sliced strawberries and almonds for a rustic, bakery-style finish.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup plant milk
• ⅓ cup oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• ¼ cup slivered almonds

Instructions:

1. Mix batter and pour into a greased tin.
2. Top with strawberries and almonds.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.

10. Vegan Strawberry Scones

Perfect for brunch or tea, these scones are buttery, crumbly, and packed with strawberries.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ⅓ cup vegan butter
• ¾ cup plant milk
• 1 cup chopped strawberries

Instructions:

1. Combine dry ingredients, cut in butter, stir in milk, and berries.
2. Pat the dough into a circle, and slice into wedges.
3. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.

11. Strawberry Banana Bread

A fruity twist on classic banana bread – moist, tender, and naturally sweet.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas
• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 ½ cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup chopped strawberries
  

Instructions:

1. Mash bananas and mix with sugar, oil, and vanilla.
2. Stir in dry ingredients and fold in strawberries.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes.

12. Vegan Strawberry Hand Pies

Flaky, golden, and filled with sweet strawberry jam – these hand pies are perfect for lunchboxes, dessert platters, or picnics.

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets vegan puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
• ¾ cup strawberry jam or compote
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, to thicken runny jam)
• Plant milk, for brushing
• Raw sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment.
2. Mix the jam with cornstarch if using.
3. Cut pastry into rectangles or circles. Spoon a little jam onto half of each piece, leaving room around the edges.
4. Fold over, seal edges with a fork, and place on a tray.
5. Brush tops with plant milk and sprinkle with sugar.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and puffed.

13. Vegan Strawberry Galette

A rustic, free-form tart that’s simple to make and stunning to serve, this galette highlights the natural flavor of strawberries.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of vegan pie dough or pastry
• 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Plant milk, for brushing
• Raw sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Toss strawberries with cornstarch, syrup, and vanilla.
3. Roll out the dough into a rough circle on parchment.
4. Spoon the strawberry mixture into the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
5. Fold edges over the filling and brush crust with plant milk. Sprinkle with sugar.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden.

14. Vegan Strawberry Oat Bars

Easy to slice, these jammy oat bars are part dessert, part snack – great for picnics or packed lunches.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups rolled oats
• 1 cup flour
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup coconut oil
• ¾ cup strawberry jam or purée
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 pan.
2. Mix oats, flour, and sugar. Stir in melted coconut oil until crumbly.
3. Press ⅔ of the mixture into the pan.
4. Mix the jam with lemon juice and spread over the base.
5. Crumble the remaining oat mix on top.
6. Bake 30–35 minutes until golden. Cool before slicing.

15. Vegan Strawberry Muffins

Fluffy, fruity, and lightly sweet – these are perfect for breakfast or a light dessert.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup plant milk
• ¼ cup neutral oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin.
2. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl, wet ingredients in another.
3. Combine, then fold in strawberries.
4. Divide into muffin cups and bake 20–22 minutes.

No-Bake and Easy Vegan Strawberry Desserts

Fast, fun, and oven-free – perfect for last-minute cravings or kid-friendly cooking.

16. Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Cups

Creamy, tangy, and layered with sweet berries – no baking required.

Ingredients:

Crust:

• 1 cup dates
• ½ cup almonds

Filling:

• 1 ½ cups soaked cashews
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• ⅓ cup coconut cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Topping:

• 1 cup chopped strawberries

Instructions:

1. Blend the crust and press into cups.
2. Blend filling and spoon over.
3. Top with berries. Chill 4+ hours.

17. Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

Elegant, simple, and always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 1 pint of strawberries
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Melt the chocolate and coconut oil.
2. Dip strawberries and chill on parchment.

18. Strawberry Nice Cream Bars

These frozen bars are creamy, fruity, and dipped in chocolate for a summer-ready dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas, frozen
• 1 cup strawberries, frozen
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup vegan chocolate chips (for coating)

Instructions:

1. Blend bananas, strawberries, and vanilla.
2. Spread into a lined pan and freeze until firm.
3. Cut into bars and dip in melted chocolate.

19. Vegan Strawberry Jelly Cups

A refreshing, fun-to-eat dessert with a natural strawberry flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons agar agar powder

Instructions:

1. Blend strawberries, water, and syrup.
2. Bring to boil, add agar, and simmer 2 minutes.
3. Pour into molds, chill to set.

20. Strawberry Rice Crispy Treats

A fruity twist on a kid-friendly classic using freeze-dried strawberries.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups crispy rice cereal
• 1 ½ cups vegan marshmallows
• 2 tablespoons vegan butter
• ½ cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries

Instructions:

1. Melt butter and marshmallows. Stir in cereal and strawberries.
2. Press into a tray. Cool and cut into squares.

Final Thoughts

Strawberries are proof that fresh, simple ingredients can lead to the most satisfying desserts. 

With their bright flavor and versatility, they shine in everything from creamy mousse to baked crumbles and fruity cheesecakes. 

Every recipe here is vegan, easy to follow, and perfect for sharing – whether you’re baking for a special celebration or just enjoying strawberries while they’re in season.

So grab a basket of berries, roll up your sleeves, and make something sweet. You’ll find that the best vegan desserts don’t need to be complicated – they just need to be shared.