7 Mouthwatering Vegan Comfort Food Recipes
When’s the last time you curled up with a plate of your favorite comfort food? Nothing beats snuggling on the couch accompanied by a heaping plate of goodness from grandma’s cookbook on a cold winter’s day. Throw in a Schitt’s Creek marathon and that sounds like a damn near perfect day for me!
January is here, and she’s brought her gloomy gray skies and briskly bleak weather: a.k.a soup season. Grab your large chunky knit blanket and your Instant Pot, because they’re going to be your side-kicks all winter long!
Just because you’re vegan doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all of the savory staples like stews, soups, casseroles, bread, pasta, and more. Trust me, you can veganize just about any recipe!
Today I’m bringing you the BEST vegan comfort food recipes that are guaranteed to warm your heart and soul with nostalgia!
1. Creamy Vegan Broccoli Potato Soup
Image credit: A Couple Cooks
This creamy whole food plant-based broccoli potato soup will be your new comfort food crowd-pleaser! Although this soup may look super cheesy, the creaminess actually comes from the Yukon Gold potatoes and blended cashews. This rich soup pairs nicely with a good book or a cuddle buddy.
Get this creamy broccoli potato soup recipe from A Couple Cooks here.
2. Hearty Vegan Vegetable Stew
Image credit: Brand New Vegan
You’re going to want this hearty vegan vegetable stew waiting for you after a day out in the cold. One bite of this thick and flavorful stew will have you reminiscing of snow days as a kid. Packed with celery, carrots, mushrooms, and potatoes, you’ll be reheating this stew for days to come!
Get this hearty vegetable stew recipe from Brand New Vegan here.
3. Vegan Baked Ziti
Image credit: Nora Cooks
This vegan baked ziti is Italian grandma approved! *Chef’s kiss* You can’t go wrong with pasta filled with vegan meat, a robust sauce, and of course ooey-gooey vegan cheese. Not only is this recipe incredibly easy, but it can also be made gluten, whole grain, or nut-free.
Get this vegan baked ziti recipe from Nora Cooks here.
4. Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
Image credit: From My Bowl
This one-pot vegan mushroom stroganoff will undoubtedly earn a spot on your weekly winter menu! This dish is the perfect combination of healthy and hearty that will make you go for seconds. Got 20 minutes? Grab your Instant Pot and get cookin’!
Get this mushroom stroganoff recipe by From My Bowl here.
5. Vegan Fried Chicken
Image credit: Sweet Simple Vegan
KFC who? This vegan fried chicken (tofu) is full of flavor and violence-free. This tofu is moist and juicy on the inside yet crispy and crunchy on the outside. Plus, it’s packed with flavor from its many spices. This vegan fried chicken can be paired with your favorites like waffles, mashed potatoes, gravy, and more!
Get this vegan fried chicken recipe from Sweet Simple Vegan here.
6. Vegan Grilled Cheese With Smoky Tomato Soup
Image credit: Olives for Dinner
I couldn’t complete this list without mentioning this comfort food combo; a good ole’ grilled cheese and tomato soup. Nothing beats taking a crispy grilled cheese and dunking it into creamy tomato soup. This reimagined classic has a unique secret ingredient - liquid smoke!
Get this grilled cheese and tomato soup recipe from Olives for Dinner here.
7. Giant Vegan Salted Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies
Image credit: Six Vegan Sisters
I hope you saved room for dessert! These giant salted triple chocolate chip cookies will send your taste buds swooning with delight. Need some extra comfort? Sandwich some vanilla ice cream in between two of these bad boys.
Get this chocolate chip cookie recipe from Six Vegan Sisters here.
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