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Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away (are you following our Thanksgiving Prep guide?) and as a vegan, this has always been a time filled with uncertainty for me. 

Let's face it. Most classic Thanksgiving dishes are not naturally vegan friendly. And I don't expect everyone else to cater to my dietary needs.

But it's always nice to have a few dishes that we can all enjoy together as a family. I mean, isn't that part of Thanksgiving? Family togetherness?

That's why I wanted to compile this list of vegan dishes to include at your Thanksgiving table this year. Whether it's for you, a family member, or heck- maybe you're throwing an entire vegan Thanksgiving!- I wanted these to be dishes that are easy to prepare that everyone can enjoy together.

I've also included some tips at the bottom that will help you create the perfect Thanksgiving Spread. Let's jump in!

This Butternut Squash Soup recipe from Cookie and Kate would make the perfect main dish. It's easy to share, warm, and filling. Not to mention butternut squash is perfect for this time of year. Top with nutmeg or some pumpkin seeds for a really beautiful display. YUM!

*Please note that the original recipe isn't vegan, but Kate gives great suggestions for making it vegan.
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This Coconut Creamed Corn recipe Alicia blogged about last year would be a zesty take on the Thanksgiving classic side. 

My mouth is already watering just thinking about this!
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What's Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes?

That's right.

Nothing.

This Vegan Mashed Potato recipe from Minimalist Baker is actually the recipe I always use. They're creamy and flavorful and always a hit!
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Mac and cheese was one of the hardest things for me to let go of when I transitioned to a vegan lifestyle (seriously).

But this Vegan Mac and Cheese recipe from Vegan Yumminess reminds us that lack of cheese doesn't mean lack of flavor. And I mean, come on. Looking at that picture you'd never be able to tell it's dairy-free. It's just as creamy and delicious as any mac and cheese should be!
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This is the first time I've ever shared this recipe, but it is a Thanksgiving staple for me. 

I've been making this cranberry orange sauce every year since becoming vegan and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon. It's so easy to make and has the perfect balance between the sweet oranges and the tangy cranberries.

​I'll post my recipe for this below!
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 Growing up, I was never really a fan of sweet potatoes. It was the same way into my adulthood. In fact, I didn't start really appreciating sweet potatoes until I became vegan. Now I can't get enough of them!

And this Glazed Sweet Potato recipe from Detoxinista is one of my favorite ways to enjoy the little guys. This recipe reminds me alot of a glazed carrot dish my mom has made me before (she uses vegan butter for me). Carrots or sweet potatoes, this recipe is a winner!
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Apple pie was always one of my favorites growing up and, luckily for me, my mom's recipe is accidentally vegan! Making this Vegan Apple Pie is definitely going to continue to be a tradition of mine.

Oh and the best part?

The crust is my grandma's recipe and also accidentally vegan! So I haven't had to change a single part of my childhood favorite. Thanks, mom!
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A warm snickerdoodle cookie is one of my favorite desserts, especially during fall. These Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookies from Loving It Vegan would be the perfect dessert to bring to Thanksgiving this year!
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Of course, your Thanksgiving table is about far more than just the dishes you bring (but these vegan Thanksgiving dishes are pretty perfect!). These extra touches will ensure your vegan Thanksgiving is on another level.

1. Don't run out of rolls. You know that feeling you get when you're eating at Olive Garden and the waiter just keeps bringing out basket after basket of breadsticks? You can recreate this feeling for your Thanksgiving guests. Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls are accidentally vegan and easy to make. You can roll them all up ahead of time and bake more as needed throughout the evening. That way you always have fresh, vegan bread ready to pair with that Cranberry Orange Sauce.
2. Keep trays of snack boards available. Pickle spears, olives, carrot sticks, grapes, crackers, etc. all make great quick snacking options you can leave set at the table. Think of them as a palate cleanser of sorts. They help fill out your display and people can (and will) keep munching on these long after they say they're full.
3. Have a variety of beverages available. Martinelli's has always been one of my personal favorites. More great options are fruit juices, warm cider, and of course water. Be sure to have readily available for your guests as well.

I hope these tips help you. Whether you're able to gather with loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, or you're confined to the members of your household, I hope these vegan Thanksgiving recipes find their way to your table.

If you try any, be sure to let us know what you think!
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​Cranberry Orange Sauce

• Vegan, Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies
• Pumpkin Butter
• Vegan Caramel Apple Cupcakes

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    Lindsey and Maddy's birthdays are one day after the other.  For Lindsey's birthday, I made a pumpkin roll, because she is Lindsey.  The lover of all things pumpkin.  I don't think we have shared that recipe with you yet, so that is something we will have to do!  For Maddy's birthday, I needed to come up with something vegan that says fall birthday.  So, I did!  These Vegan Caramel Apple Cupcakes are super delicious!  I know she will love them. 

    Before I give you the recipe, here are a few tips: 

• You may use regular, unsweetened applesauce in the cake.  Or you may use cinnamon applesauce.  They both taste great and not only does the applesauce flavor the cake, but it is an egg substitute and replaces some of the fat! 
• I was out of vegan butter at my house, so I used shortening for the cake and the frosting.  It worked great!  But if you have vegan butter, it would work just as well. 
• The frosting can be tricky.  It came out perfectly on my practice recipe, but then for the real thing, I put in a little too much coconut milk and had to add powdered sugar.  It didn't hold its shape as well, which was sad for my pictures, but it still tasted delicious. 
• If you don't have any canned pie filling, you could simply dice up some apples and toss them with sugar and cinnamon and saute them in a skillet with butter and a tiny bit of lemon juice before adding to the top of the cupcake.  
• I used vegan Coco Caramels that I melted to make the vegan drizzle.  They do have a distinctive coconut taste, so if you don't like that, you could try a different vegan version of caramel sauce. 

    After making the cupcakes, let them cool then top them with these 3 steps: 
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Now, here is the recipe! 
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Vegan Caramel Apple Cupcakes

     The nice thing about these cupcakes is that they are moist and they taste like Fall.  No one will ever guess that they are vegan! I know Maddy will love them! 

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I've been trying to come up with a good gluten free, vegan cookie recipe for a friend of mine that has PCOS. I wanted them to be easy to make and, of course, delicious. Through lots of trial and error, I've come up with the vegan, gluten-free pumpkin chocolate cookies!

Personally, I think these are absolutely what I was going for! They are soft and the texture is very similar to regular cookies (I'm usually not a huge fan of the texture of gluten-free cookies! Sorry!).

​Check out the recipe below and be sure to read the tips I've included as well! I hope you enjoy!
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​Vegan Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies

• Be sure to use a non-dairy milk such as soy, oat, or rice to make this recipe nut-free as well!
• My favorite gluten-free flour to use is Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour. I find it provides the best texture.
• It's best to not add in all of the dry mixture at once as powder will fly everywhere once you turn your beaters on. If you are mixing by hand, you can add it all at once, but if you're using electric beaters, this will save you from a huge mess!
• This is what your cookies should look like on the cookie sheet prior to baking:
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• In that picture, you can also see I added some oil to my baking sheet, even though it is nonstick. This is optional and will not affect the taste of the cookies. Be sure to do this if you don't have a nonstick pan!

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These vegan, gluten-free pumpkin chocolate cookies are soft, fall apart in your mouth, chocolatey goodness. The pumpkin flavor isn't too strong and instead is a nice compliment to the chocolate. They're perfect for this fall season and heading into winter! They would even make the perfect dessert to bring to Thanksgiving to accommodate a loved one who may have allergies. 

If you try out this recipe, be sure to let us know what you think! Comment below or tag us on social media (we are @3winksdesign on most platforms). 
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• Vegan Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Bakery Style Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies​​
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    As our family gets larger and larger, there are more and more dietary needs to think about when we have big family meals.  This vegan casserole is an example of me trying to make something hearty and filling for people who aren't eating animal products!  Yup, the "chicken" and the "cheese" are both vegan products! Maddy let me know that Daiya has changed their recipe for vegan cheese and it tastes much better than it did previously.  
     The problem is that I have no idea what to call it.  The Vegan Chicken, Potato, Mushroom title is just so long!  But, I couldn't think of anything shorter yet descriptive, so I've just shortened it to VCPM. If you can think of a better name for this casserole, let me know in the comments.  

    I am usually concerned that vegan dishes are mainly salads and not very satisfying.  But, this casserole, with the mushrooms and potatoes, even if it didn't have chicken strips, is very satisfying. I am not a big fan of mushrooms, but others in my family are and I know that mushrooms have a lot of health benefits. Mushrooms have many important nutrients such as B vitamins, selemium, potassium, copper and vitamin D.  They are a natural way to try to reduce cholesterol.  Mushrooms can make a very good meat replacement in recipes from burgers (portobello)  to casseroles (like these white mushrooms). Of course, the potatoes in this recipe really help to fill out the casserole. 
​    As vegan products start to become more diverse and taste better, anyone can opt for a healthier recipe from time to time! 
     So, if you are vegan or if you are just cutting back on your meat consumption, I hope you will give this casserole a try and enjoy it! 
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VCPM* Casserole (*vegan, Chicken, Potato, Mushroom)

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