Carrot Raisin Muffins
Easter is a time for family, friends, and food! If you’re looking for a delicious way to show your holiday spirit, why not try making vegan carrot raisin muffins? These moist and flavorful muffins are perfect for Easter brunch or an afternoon snack, and they’re surprisingly easy to make.
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of packed vegan brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of grated carrot
- 1 tablespoon of finely shredded orange zest
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°. Line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease it with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, oil, carrot, and orange zest until combined. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir just until moistened.
Fill each muffin cup about three-fourths full. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for five minutes. Remove the muffins from the pan and place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
Roasted Kale And Mushrooms
If you are in charge of making the side dish for this year’s Easter dinner, have no fear! This vegan recipe is sure to delight even the non-vegans in your family!
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch of kale, stem removed and leaves chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button, cremini, or shiitake)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Massage the kale with olive oil in a large bowl until all the leaves have olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, then add the mushrooms and toss to combine. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 12-14 minutes, or until the kale is crispy and the mushrooms are ready. Serve immediately.
Red Pepper Hummus
An Easter gathering isn’t complete without a snack table! Why not try something a little different this year and make a vegan red roasted pepper hummus? It’s easy to make and sure to be a hit with vegans and non-vegans alike.
Ingredients:
- 15-ounce can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 red peppers
- fresh parsley leaves
- garlic clove
- ground cumin
- smoked paprika
- freshly squeezed lemon juice
- tahini sauce
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the whole red peppers on it. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until they are charred. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before removing the skins.
Combine the roasted peppers, chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, lemon juice, tahini sauce, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with pita bread or crackers, and enjoy!
Vegan Easter Ham
While traditional Easter fare typically includes ham, there are now vegan options that are just as delicious. One popular recipe has seitan, a protein-rich food made from wheat gluten. Seitan is kneaded and boiled to create a ham-like texture, and then it can be roasted in the oven or grilled.
Ingredients:
For the Seitan:
- Water
- Vegetable broth
- Wheat gluten
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Dried thyme
- Ground black pepper
For the glaze:
- Maple syrup
- Dijon mustard
- Liquid smoke
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. To make the seitan, mix the water, vegetable broth, wheat gluten, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, and pepper in a large bowl. Knead the mixture for about five minutes, or until it’s sticky and elastic. Place the seitan in a large pot of boiling water and simmer for one hour. Drain and let it cool before slicing into thin pieces.
Mix the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, liquid smoke, and pepper in a small bowl to make the glaze. Brush the glaze over the seitan slices and bake for 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
Conclusion
With these vegan Easter recipes, you’re sure to have a delicious and festive holiday meal! Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just looking for some tasty holiday treats, these dishes are sure to please. Just make sure to have enough for seconds because they’re bound to go fast! If you need more recipes for a vegan Easter, there are tons of other resources to find them; do a quick search! Happy Easter!
