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October is here, and I am so ready for all the cozy food! Give me all the pumpkin, apples, sweet potatoes, the big, steaming bowls of soup, warm crusty loaves of sourdough, and casseroles bubbling away in the oven while making the house smell amazing.
These are the vegan recipes I reach for when it's blustery and raining, or there's a chill in the air and warming comfort food is calling. There are easy weeknight dinners, hearty soups and stews, and plenty of baking for slow mornings, afternoon snacks, and all the coffee breaks in between.
Most are simple to make, use everyday ingredients, and deliver maximum coziness without a lot of fuss. So pop on a fluffy sweater, get the oven preheating, and let's make October extra delicious!
Mel x
P.S. Looking for more autumn coziness? Check out my fall recipe category!
Vegan Pumpkin Pasta
Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta made all in one pot in only 20 minutes. It's lusciously rich, garlicky, perfectly pumpkiny, and exactly the kind of easy, cozy pasta dish that October calls for.
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Vegan Potato Soup
Thick, hearty, and creamy, this potato soup is the kind of budget-friendly comfort food I crave when the weather turns. It's wonderfully simple to make as-is, or you can load it up with toppings like shredded cheese, crispy potatoes, vegan bacon, and fresh parsley for an extra-special bowl.
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Red Cabbage with Apples
Turn a humble cabbage into something really special. Baked with sweet apples, onion, and herbs until fall-apart tender, this red cabbage is juicy, tangy, and delicious served alongside a cozy dinner, but I also love to make it a meal by adding some vegan sausages. Instructions are included.
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Pumpkin Seed Granola
Golden, crunchy, super clumpy Pumpkin Seed Granola with oats, pumpkin seeds, pumpkin, coconut, pumpkin spice, and dried cranberries. A delicious fall breakfast, snack, or straight-from-the-pan treat!
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Vegan Pumpkin Muffins
These Vegan Pumpkin Muffins are soft, fluffy, and packed with cozy pumpkin spice flavour. Topped with a nubbly, nutty streusel and a generous drizzle of maple glaze, they are a perfect fall treat with a steaming hot cup of coffee.
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Vegan Irish Stew
One-pot, hearty Vegan Irish Stew loaded with chunky, sweet, tender vegetables and your choice of vegan beef or mushrooms. Guinness gives the gravy a rich, deep, delicious flavour, and it's just what a chilly October evening needs.
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Vegan Sweet Potato Biscuits
Soft, sweet, buttery Vegan Sweet Potato Biscuits with the most gorgeous golden-orange colour. They're tall, flaky, tender, and just perfect alongside a cozy bowl of soup or stew!
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Chickpea & Lentil Curry
This Chickpea Lentil Curry is thick, creamy, saucy, and packed with rich, warming spice, yet it comes together in under 30 minutes. I love it for an easy weeknight dinner when I want something hearty, comforting, and seriously delicious without spending ages in the kitchen.
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Stovetop Apple Butter
Apples. Brown sugar. Spices. Cooked down very slowly until thick, spreadable, deeply caramelized, and packed with concentrated apple flavour. This Stovetop Apple Butter is fall in a jar!
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Vegan Pumpkin Bread
Easy, super moist and fluffy Vegan Pumpkin Bread with a sparkly sugar top. Add dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, or chocolate chips, then enjoy thick slices with a cup of coffee for breakfast or afternoon snacks.
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Vegan Sweet Potato Soup
Perfectly smooth, wonderfully creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Soup with coconut milk and fragrant cumin. It needs just 6 ingredients, is ready in under 30 minutes, and hits those cozy fall vibes just right!
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Easy Homemade Applesauce
My go-to way to use up a big haul of apples, and it couldn't be simpler with just 2 ingredients. Make it on the stovetop, in the Instant Pot, or slow cooker, then enjoy it as a healthy snack, spooned over pancakes or oatmeal, or in your favourite fall baking recipes.
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Vegan Applesauce Cake
This delicious cake is packed with sweet apple flavour and warming spices, and the irresistible brown sugar icing takes it right over the top. It's got all the cozy fall vibes I want from an October bake, and it's perfect with a hot cup of coffee for an afternoon treat.
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Vegan Sheet Pan Sausage Dinner
Ok, so this Sheet Pan Sausage Dinner is my favourite cozy October meal. With vegan sausages, golden roast potatoes, and veggies all cooked together on one sheet pan, it's easy, hearty, family-friendly, packed with flavour, and leaves you with hardly any dishes to wash. Always a win on a busy weeknight!
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Vegan Pumpkin Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting
This Vegan Pumpkin Cake is rich, moist, packed with cozy pumpkin spice flavour, and finished with generous swathes of sweet, buttery brown sugar frosting. I love that it's an easy single-layer cake. Fuss-free and perfect for an October coffee break or dessert.
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Braised White Beans & Greens
A simple, cozy meal that tastes far more special than the effort involved. The white beans simmer in stock with plenty of greens, herbs, and a bright squeeze of lemon, and it's ready in under 30 minutes. Serve with crusty bread or rice for an easy, budget-friendly and very tasty dinner.
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Vegan Apple Cake
Simple and very delicious Vegan Apple Cake loaded with fresh apples. Light, fluffy, and topped with crunchy sugar and flaked almonds, it makes the kitchen smell amazing while it bakes!
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Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes
Golden, super fluffy, and packed with cozy pumpkin flavour and warm spices! I love to serve these pumpkin pancakes stacked high with plenty of vegan butter and maple syrup for the ultimate fall brunch.
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Lentil Shepherd's Pie
The ultimate cozy October dinner! With rich, saucy lentils tucked beneath a layer of fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes, this lentil shepherd's pie is hearty, filling, and exactly what I want when comfort food is calling.
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Bubble and Squeak
A deliciously budget-friendly way to turn leftover cooked vegetables into a golden, crispy, and seriously satisfying dish. Make it with just 4 ingredients, or use up any cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, and random veggies you have in the fridge. My fave way to eat this is with vegan sausages, baked beans, and HP sauce!
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Marry Me Chickpeas
This creamy, rich and flavourful dish is made in one pot and ready in less than 30 minutes. I love serving these tasty chickpeas over fluffy mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, with plenty of bread on the side to mop up every last drop of that luscious sauce!
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Vegan Beef & Baked Bean Stew
Rich, hearty, budget-friendly comfort food that the whole family will love. It's packed with savoury flavour, topped with fluffy dumplings, and perfect for a cozy October dinner when you need something warming and satisfying.
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Sweet Potato Smoothie
This thick and creamy Sweet Potato Smoothie tastes just like a slice of perfectly spiced sweet potato pie, but in nourishing, sip-able form. It's perfect for using up leftover cooked sweet potatoes from dinner!
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Baked Vegan Orzo Recipe
The ultimate throw-it-all-in comfort dinner for busy October evenings! Tender orzo, juicy cherry tomatoes, and customizable veggies bake together under a layer of melty vegan cheese for an easy one-pot meal with no fuss.
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Vegan Apple Muffins
Vegan Apple Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel are soft, fluffy, and packed with sweet, tender apples in every bite. I love the crumbly, crunchy cinnamon streusel on top. It makes these muffins feel extra special for cozy October breakfasts, afternoon snacks, or a coffee break.
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Coconut Milk Oatmeal
My idea of the perfect cozy weekday October breakfast. It's quick, satisfying, and made with oats, coconut milk, and shredded coconut for plenty of creamy, coconutty goodness. Make it fresh on a chilly morning, or prep a batch ahead and freeze it for easy breakfasts all week.
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Vegan Pumpkin Mac & Cheese
Rich, silky mac and cheese with a pumpkin twist! Tender macaroni coated in creamy pumpkin-infused sauce, then finished with a golden, bubbly, melty, cheesy topping that makes it feel extra special. It only takes 20 minutes to make!
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Vegan Sausage Casserole
Rich, hearty, packed with big, comforting flavour, and ready in less than an hour. This easy, family-friendly dinner is perfect for chilly October evenings when you want something satisfying bubbling away on the stove. I love it served over mashed potatoes or fluffy rice.
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Vegan Baked Pears With Feta & Hot "Honey"
Such a simple but special fall appetizer or light meal with a salad on the side. The soft roasted pears are stuffed with creamy, tangy vegan feta, topped with toasty walnuts, and finished with a drizzle of sweet, spicy hot "honey" for the most incredible sweet-and-savoury combination!
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Vegan Brothy Rice Bowls
Fluffy rice swimming in a flavour-packed creamy broth topped with caramelized vegan "beef" and loads of fresh, crunchy toppings. It's cozy, vibrant, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Vegan French Onion Soup
Vegan French Onion Soup is rich, bold, and packed with deep, sweet caramelized onion flavour. I love it served the classic way, with a stack of toasty baguette and plenty of melty vegan cheese on top. Pure cozy comfort in a bowl.
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