The Best Vegan Frosting Recipes You Can Make

Many people will argue me on this, but I believe the best part about cake is the frosting. These vegan frosting recipes are no exception.

Whether you’re looking for classic vanilla or maraschino cherry, I have so many amazing flavors on this list. The process of making vegan frosting does not differ much from regular frosting. But, the ingredients are what set them apart.

Many of these recipes are also gluten-free, so they’re perfect if you’re baking for someone with food sensitivities. Enjoy these vegan frosting recipes on cupcakes, oat flour cake, or any sweet treat you desire!

1. Vegan Vanilla Frosting

There is always a place for classic vanilla. This simple frosting only requires 4 ingredients and is extremely versatile. Add food coloring, sprinkles, or additional flavors if you desire. But, it’s perfectly good just the way it is.

Vegan Vanilla Frosting

This Vegan Vanilla Frosting is smooth, creamy and only requires 4 ingredients! Not only is it vegan but it’s gluten free and nut free as well!

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2. Vegan Peanut Butter Frosting

Peanut butter frosting is probably my favorite of all time. It’s SO delicious and incredibly easy to make. I prefer peanut butter on chocolate cakes, but really, how can you go wrong?

Vegan Peanut Butter Frosting

Light and fluffy, yet decadent and rich, this Vegan Peanut Butter Frosting is the stuff dreams are made of! Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients.

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3. Vegan Strawberry Frosting

I’ve always been a fan of strawberries. From strawberry icecream to strawberry pop-tarts, I just can’t get enough. I love how beautiful this recipe is and how the strawberry flavor comes through.

Vegan Strawberry Frosting

This Vegan Strawberry Frosting is the best and SO easy! No cooking required and only 4 ingredients. Limitless flavor possibilities. Omni-approved!

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4. Vegan Lemon Frosting

This frosting is not too sweet, but it is too delicious. Try this German buttercream the next time you need to level up a cake.

Vegan Lemon Frosting (German Buttercream)

A lighter, not so sweet vegan lemon frosting made with a homemade custard pudding base, similar to traditional German buttercream.

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5. Vegan Chocolate Fudge Frosting

You can’t go wrong with classic chocolate fudge. If you’re looking to knock it out of the park with a rich and tasty frosting, look no further than this one.

Vegan Chocolate Fudge Frosting

this vegan chocolate fudge frosting recipe is the best brownie frosting! rich, fudgy and just five ingredients, it will be your favorite too.

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6. Vegan Maraschino Cherry Frosting

This recipe is really different from the rest as it uses cherry juice. And, it SUPER cute with the festive pink colors. This recipe pairs perfectly with chocolate cupcakes.

Vegan Maraschino Cherry Frosting

Sweet vegan maraschino cherry frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more! Made in 10 minutes with simple ingredients.

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7. Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cupcakes

I have a good friend that makes fun of me for liking mint chocolate so much. She thinks it tastes like toothpaste, but I freakin’ love it. These cupcakes are vegan and gluten-free. The mint really kicks this treat up a notch.

Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cupcakes (Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Rich chocolate & sweet, minty freshness! These Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cupcakes are vegan, allergy-free, and will take your chocolate cupcake up a notch!

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8. Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

There is always a place for a classic cream cheese frosting, especially for carrot cake. Next time you’re making carrot cake, use this simple recipe for the frosting. It’s also an excellent way to use vegan cream cheese.

Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

Luscious, creamy, protein-packed Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting with no refined sugar! This healthy frosting takes only 5 minutes to make, and requires less than 10 ingredients.

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9. Easy Vegan Marshmallow Frosting

Who doesn’t love the addicting flavor of marshmallow? This is a great frosting to pair with chocolate cakes, but it will work on just about any flavor.

Easy Vegan Marshmallow Frosting

This vegan marshmallow frosting recipe is easy to make, perfect for piping or spreading on cupcakes and cakes, and totally delicious!

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10. Vegan Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

A classic buttercream frosting that is vegan and easy to make? Yes, please! Buttercream frosting is a little different than classic vanilla. I love this flavor paired with fruity cupcakes.

Vegan Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Looking for an easy-to-make frosting? This Vegan Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is perfectly sweet and so delicious!

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11. Vegan Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Lemon buttercream is zesty, sweet, and refreshing. This vegan frosting is perfect for summer. Whether you’re cooking for a BBQ or pool party, you’ll need a summery treat to bring as well!

Vegan Lemon Buttercream Frosting

This vegan lemon buttercream frosting is light, airy and perfectly zesty. Use it on cakes and cupcakes as a delicious topping or filling.

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12. 5-Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Frosting

The less ingredients the better, in my opinion. This vegan frosting takes only 5 minutes and is the perfect frosting for chocolate cake. Is your mouth watering yet?

Vegan Chocolate Frosting

This 5-ingredient Vegan Chocolate Frosting is ultra-smooth and irresistibly decadent. Whip up a batch in just 5 minutes and pair it with vegan chocolate cake!

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13. Vegan Peanut Butter Frosting

This simple peanut butter frosting is vegan and only requires four ingredients. Even if you’re baking for people that eat dairy, they’ll never know this frosting is vegan,

Vegan Peanut Butter Frosting (without butter)

This simple Vegan Peanut Butter Frosting is made with just four ingredients & no one will ever know this sweet, creamy frosting is dairy-free

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