French cuisine may be the most famous and influential cuisine of all. French cuisine transformed a lot throughout history and came to rule the world of food, for good reason too. France is home to the 5 mother sauces and many fundamental cooking techniques.
These vegan French recipes use many of the same techniques and ingredients used in classic French cooking. These recipes turn French classics like French Onion Soup, Madeleines, and Crepes into vegan versions. Vegan brioche and vegan bechamel are just two of the best classic French recipes made vegan.
French cuisine traditionally uses a lot of eggs and butter, making it challenging to make vegan versions of French food. But with these tried and true vegan French recipes, you can enjoy the best of vegan French food, right at home.
French cooking is known for its rich flavour, high-quality ingredients, and beautiful presentation, just to name a few. With these easy to follow recipes, you can make a variety of traditional French dishes at home, with plant-based ingredients.
French desserts must not be forgotten, either. It’s essential to try vegan creme brulee and madeleines. These trusted vegan French recipes are sure to amaze you with how close they are to the real deal.
Essential Vegan French Recipes
These simple yet fundamental recipes, like vegan brioche and vegan bechamel, are some of the most classic French recipes made vegan. If you’re looking to get to the very roots of French cooking, you must try these vegan versions!
Buttery Vegan Brioche
This vegan brioche bread is buttery and fluffy, made with only 7 simple ingredients. Vegan butter and plant-based milk make this bread rich and tender.
This easy eggnog French toast is a festive twist on classic French toast, made vegan. With a soft interior and crispy crust, it's a breakfast favourite.
These French main dishes are full of flavour and are perfect for beginner home cooks. French onion and cream of asparagus soups focus on building flavour with aromatic herbs, garlic, and onion. Try mushroom bourguignon, a comforting dish with a classic French red wine sauce.
Vegan French Onion Soup
This easy Vegan French Onion Soup is made with caramelized onions, herbs, and dairy free cheese. Perfect for a cozy and comforting dinner.
This vegan mushroom bourguignon is made with mushrooms and hearty vegetables cooked in a rich and flavourful red wine gravy. An easy and classically French style dish.
These vegan scalloped potatoes are made by layering thinly sliced potatoes covered in a flavourful vegan bechamel sauce and baking until creamy and delicious.
Herby French potato salad is made by mixing cooked potatoes with a tangy Dijon vinaigrette and fragrant herbs. This easy potato salad recipe is refreshing and flavourful.
French desserts are known for being buttery and delicate, from cookies to pastries to tarts. These vegan versions are sweet, flaky, and just as buttery. Try vegan madeleines for a classic light and crisp cookie, or try apple tarte tatin or strawberry Charlotte for a fruit-filled dessert.
Apricot Tart
This simple apricot tart is made with a flaky, butter tart shell lined with a vegan almond frangipane, fresh apricots, and an apricot jam glaze.
Soft caramelized apples nestled in a flaky buttery crust, baked upside down until golden. This vegan French apple tart looks intricate but is quite easy to make.
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Erika Piper
Hey there, I’m Erika. I’ve been meat-free for over a decade. I’m here to provide delicious and affordable plant-based recipes for anyone interested. Whether you’re a seasoned plant-based eater or just curious about trying it out, I’m here to support you with my easy and accessible recipes.
