Keep warm this winter with this collection of rich, delicious dairy free desserts perfect for a cosy night indoors. From classic self-saucing puddings to sweet fruit crumbles and all things cinnamon spiced, there is sure to be a recipe here for everyone to indulge a little before the cooler weather is over.
I cannot think of anything better than getting comfortable on the couch with a blanket, some woolly socks and a bowl of warm pudding and vanilla ice cream. There is something so relaxing and indulgent about enjoying rich dessert in the winter, and so I wanted to take a moment to celebrate the best recipes.
Nothing says self-care like enjoying an end to the evening with a hot chocolate pudding, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. So what will you make first?
1
Vegan Sticky Date Pudding With Caramel Sauce
The ultimate indulgent vegan sticky date pudding served with a generous drizzle of caramel sauce. This is the classic recipe you know and love just made dairy and egg free!
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2
Vegan Apple Crumble
This easy vegan apple crumble is the ultimate cosy winter dessert. Full of cinnamon spice, tender pieces of apple and a sweet crumble topping, you’ll want to serve this warm with a big scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream!
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3
Cinnamon Tea Cake
This wonderfully soft, buttery cinnamon tea cake comes together in just one bowl and is such an easy, never fail treat perfect for morning tea. This recipe uses basic pantry ingredients, and will be ready to eat in just 30 minutes!
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4
Chocolate Self-Saucing Pudding
This family favourite classic chocolate self-saucing pudding has a soft cakey pudding surrounded with a thick and rich, gooey sauce and is ready to eat in just 45 minutes. This version is made dairy free and is perfect for cosy winter evenings.
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5
Strawberry Crumble
This strawberry crumble is quick and easy to prepare and makes the most of ripe, sweet strawberries. The strawberries cook down into a thick and sticky strawberry sauce that is topped with a crumble of oats and cinnamon and smells incredible while baking. Serve this dairy free and vegan winter crumble with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert!
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6
Apple Cinnamon Bread
This moist apple and cinnamon bread is loaded with fresh apples, lots of warming cinnamon spice and the perfect caramel undertones of brown sugar. This dairy free apple bread is going to be your favourite for morning tea with a cup of tea or coffee this Autumn!
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7
Easy Apple Turnovers
Apple turnovers are easy, handheld puff pastry pies made with a cinnamon apple filling. They are a nostalgic bake and one of the simplest desserts to make. This version is dairy free with gluten free and vegan options and are just perfect for a cosy winter dessert with a scoop of ice cream.
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8
Butterscotch Self Saucing Pudding
This rich and comforting classic butterscotch self saucing pudding recipe is a family favourite. It is such a perfect winter dessert with a soft and fluffy pudding cake and a luscious butterscotch sauce that magically forms while baking. This pudding absolutely must be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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9
Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Glaze
These soft and fluffy chocolate chip cinnamon rolls with a maple glaze are so quick and easy to prepare thanks to a simple scone dough base. They are best served warm while the chocolate is all melty.
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10
Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts
These baked cinnamon sugar doughnuts are soft, delicious and so easy to make at home, you can have fresh doughnuts ready to eat in under 20 minutes! This recipe makes just 9 doughnuts and is also dairy-free and uses ingredients you probably already have in the pantry.
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11
Chai Spiced Tea Cake
This chai spiced tea cake is a twist on a classic that brings new and exciting flavours into each mouthful and makes afternoon tea feel that little bit fancier.
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12
Chocolate Lava Cakes
Homemade chocolate lava cakes are the ultimate decadent dessert. These warm, rich and fudgy cakes have an oozy chocolate centre that flows out when cut open. Making just two cakes, this recipe is perfect to share with your loved one.
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13
Chocolate Torte (Gluten-Free)
This chocolate torte is a flourless chocolate cake making it naturally gluten-free. It is filled with rich real dark chocolate and whipped egg-whites making it both light and dense at the same time. This version is also dairy-free making it perfect for serving guests with varied food intolerances.
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14
Mini Pavlovas with Winter Fruits
Light, marshmallowy meringues topped with a sweet coconut cream and tangy lemon and passionfruit curd finished with fresh strawberries. This dessert is a little twist on an classic Aussie pav and adds a little summer sunshine to your winter days.
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So there you have it, 14 of the best winter warmer desserts! What’s your favourite?
Sally x
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