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The 21 Best Vegan Frozen Desserts to Make Before Summer Ends!

Published: Aug 13, 2019 · Modified: Aug 25, 2020 by Lexi

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We're savoring every last hot day of summer. And by savoring, I mean filling our freezers with all flavors of vegan ice cream, popsicles, sorbets and other no-bake freezer desserts. We're sharing the most delicious, fruity and creamy frozen vegan desserts to add to your menus for the rest of the summer.

Dairy-Free Popsicle Recipes

1. Watermelon Berry Popsicles - Just 5 Ingredients!

Overhead view of watermelon berry popsicles on blue background with chocolate drizzle
Watermelon Berry Popsicles

These Watermelon Berry Popsicles (with an optional chocolate drizzle) really hit the spot! They're gluten free, vegan and just five simple ingredients.

2. Vegan Mango Lassi Popsicles from Choosing Chia

overhead of vegan mango lassi popsicles with mangos and limes on ice
Vegan Mango Lassi Popsicles

Jess from Choosing Chia makes beautiful and delicous vegan food. And these creamy dairy-free mango popsicles are no different. Plus, they only use 5 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep to make!

3. Honeydew Coconut Lime Popsicles

Overhead of green popsicles on a circular tray full of ice
Honeydew Coconut Lime Popsicles

These refreshing dairy free popsicles are indeed made with honeydew, coconut and lime. However, they get an extra punch of flavor from fresh mint, basil and ginger. These refreshing frozen popsicles be a hit at your summer barbecue with all ages.

4. Watermelon Peach Prosecco Popsicles

Watermelon Peach Prosecco Popsicles on a sheet pan filled with crushed ice
Watermelon Peach Prosecco Popsicles

Who says you can't drink and enjoy a refreshing summer dessert at the same time? These watermelon peach prosecco popsicles hit all those boxes plus a healthy serving of fruit!

5. Avocado Paletas (Mexican Avocado Ice Pops) from Caroline's Cooking

side view of vegan mexican avocado popsicles
Vegan Avocado Popsicles

Avocado paletas (ice pops) are a vegan Mexican frozen dessert that are super simple to make. This recipe from Caroline's Cooking makes pops that are dairy free and refined sugar free. Plus they have plenty of healthy fats and creaminess from that gorgeous green avocado.

6. Red, White and Blue Coconut Ice Cream Pops

Side view of red white and blue layered ice cream pops standing up on a white surface
Red, White and Blue Coconut Ice Cream Pops

These vegan ice pops make for a fun, patriotic frozen dessert for everyone - gluten-free, vegan or not! Now that blueberry season is in full swing, it's the best time to churn some into the beautiful blueberry ice cream popsicles.

Vegan Ice Cream Recipes

7. Vegan Cookie Dough Ice Cream - also gluten free!

Scoops of vegan cookie dough ice cream on a plate
Vegan Cookie Dough Ice Cream

This homemade Vegan Oatmeal Cookie Dough Ice Cream really takes the (ice cream) cake, and it's also gluten free! Full of huge chunks of homemade gluten free oatmeal cookie dough, you can't go wrong with this classic favorite flavor of vegan ice cream.

8. Vegan Cardamom Spiced Coconut Ice Cream from The Flavor Bender

overhead of vegan caradmom spiced coconut ice cream in a tin with a scoop
Vegan Cardamom Spiced Coconut Ice Cream

The consistency of this coconut-based ice cream looks like soft serve. If that's not enough to get you reaching for your ice cream maker, Dini from The Flavor Bender also includes instructions for cardamom cashew pralines to top your bowl of vegan cardamom ice cream.

9. Vegan Mocha Ice Cream

overhead of vegan mocha ice cream scoops on a try with ice cream cones

This luscious vegan mocha ice cream is perfectly creamy (thanks to coconut milk), full of rich dark chocolate and gets a hit of caffeine from espresso! It’s also just 7 ingredients, and has the smoothest texture!

10. Vegan Pistachio Matcha Ice Cream from Wicked Spatula

side view of a dish of vegan matcha pistachio ice cream with a spoon
Vegan Matcha Ice Cream

This super-simple recipe is a hybrid of regular vegan ice cream and nice cream. Maya from Wicked Spatula calls for both bananas and full-fat coconut milk. The result is an uber creamy and sweet vegan frozen dessert without much added sugar.

11. Raspberry Green Tea Infused Ice Cream

Overhead view of raspberry green tea infused ice cream in small glass jars on wood table
Raspberry Green Tea Infused Ice Cream

On the subject if ice cream made from tea. This dairy-free Raspberry Green Tea Infused Ice Cream has all the color of fresh raspberries. Plus the sweet and healthy notes from freshly brewed green tea.

12. Blueberry Lemon Lavender Ice Cream

Vegan blueberry lavender ice cream
Vegan Blueberry Lemon Lavender Ice Cream

Blueberry and lemon are such a classic flavor pairing. We combined them with fresh and floral raspberry in this eye-catching purple ice cream. With a creamy nut-milk base, you've got the perfect frozen summer treat.

13. Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream from Occasionally Eggs

45 degree angle of vegan mint chocolate chip ice cream in a white dish with fresh mint
Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

This vegan mint chocolate chip ice cream has just 7 healthy ingredients. It starts with a creamy dairy-free coconut milk base. Then add a bit of pure maple syrup to sweeten. Finally, finish with zingy mint extract for the classic mint chocolate flavor.

15. Dairy Free Maple Walnut Ice Cream from Eat or Drink

Dairy-free Maple Walnut Ice Cream

Emily from the blog Eat or Drink adds vegan butter to her dairy-free maple walnut ice cream. There's plenty of richness and sweetness in this refined-sugar free frozen treat.

Other Delicious Vegan Frozen Treats

16. Vegan Oreo Cheesecake from Be Plant Well

side view of vegan oreo cheesecake in a glass
Vegan Oreo Cheesecakes

These adorable no-bake vegan cheesecakes are topped with coconut cream and plenty of crushed Oreos. This would be a fun afternoon activity for kids to help with in the kitchen. And we bet you won't need any help finishing the final product 🙂

17. Vegan Peanut Butter Cups

Overhead of vegan peanut butter cups on an antique tray
Vegan Peanut Butter Cups

You'll never buy store-bought peanut butter cups again after trying this much healthier, vegan version! These are no-bake, refined sugar free and way creamier than Snickers!

18. Tropical Smoothie Bites from Zestful Kitchen

side view of tropical smoothie bites topped with granola on a wire rack
Vegan Tropical Smoothie Bites

These cute little frozen treats are a fun way to satisfy your sweet craving without digging into a full bowl of ice cream (though we fully support that decision too). Dipped in lime-flavored coconut milk and topped with crunchy granola, they make a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up.

19. Coconut Lime Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

Three stacked coconut lime raspberry cheesecake bars on a pink background
Coconut Lime & Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

Say yes to these vegan and gluten free coconut lime and raspberry cheesecake bars. They start with a nutty macadamia and coconut crust. Then add a layer of luscious, tangy coconut, lime and raspberry filling. The result may transport you to a tropical island.

20. Double Chocolate Cashew Butter Cups with Raspberry Chia Jam

Overhead of chocolate cashew butter cups with raspberry chia jam on an antique sheet pan with fresh raspberries
Double Chocolate Cashew Butter Cups with Raspberry Chia Jam

These homemade nut butter cups are a sweet and tangy alternative. We filled homemade dark chocolate cups with chocolatey cashew butter and quick chia jam. They freeze very well. And, they're super easy to pop out of the freezer for a satisfying summer dessert.

21. Purple Sweet Potato Cheesecake Bars

Overheard of purple sweet potato cheesecake bars with chocolate ganache
Purple Sweet Potato Cheesecake Bars

Finally, these beautiful purple and chocolate no-bake cheesecake bars are the perfect segway into fall. They still count as a frozen vegan dessert. But they bring the warm autumn flavors we love without going straight into pumpkin pie!

More Vegan Ice Cream and Popsicle Recipes

  • Overhead of the finished lemon popsicles on top of ice.
    Lemon Popsicles
  • Front view of affogato in a glass cup.
    Vegan Affogato
  • Overhead view of mango popsicles on a blue background.
    Easy Homemade Mango Popsicles
  • Vegan Ice Cream Bars

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  1. Kelly Anthony says

    August 16, 2019 at 8:03 am

    What a great collection of frozen desserts. The watermelon peach prosecco popsicles are on the top of my list of things to make.

    Reply
    • Lexi says

      August 16, 2019 at 10:51 am

      Thank you, Kelly! They're a huge hit in our family. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Michelle Miller says

    August 16, 2019 at 8:02 am

    Great initiative to gather all the great vegan Summer dessert recipes! Who does not love them?<3

    Reply
    • Lexi says

      August 16, 2019 at 10:52 am

      Thanks so much, Michelle!

      Reply
  3. kim says

    August 16, 2019 at 6:48 am

    So many great ideas! I seriously want to make them all!

    Reply
    • Lexi says

      August 16, 2019 at 11:08 am

      Thanks so much, Kim!

      Reply
  4. Mary Bostow says

    August 16, 2019 at 6:24 am

    This is the bomb! I mean where else can you go to find 21 frozen dessert recipes all in one place? You make life easy for us, my friend! Delicious round-up!! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Tisha says

    August 16, 2019 at 6:06 am

    Perfect frozen treats for these hot summer days!

    Reply
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