20 Tried-and-True Egg-Free Desserts

By Frances Kim of Martha Stewart Living

Associate Digital Food Editor

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Can't have eggs? We've got you covered! Whether you’re looking for a light end to your meal or something sweet, rich, and decadent, there are plenty of dessert recipes that don’t call for eggs. Click through for our favorites.

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Lemon Shortcakes with Basil Berries

Shortcakes rely on butter and heavy cream for their heavenly texture. Our summer-ready version adds lemon zest to the dough for brightness and pairs them with mixed berries, fresh basil, and vanilla whipped cream.

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Toasted S'mores Pie

Take classic s’mores flavors and bake them into a pie that kids and adults will both adore.

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Photography: Aaron Dyer

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Creamy Horchata Pops

We transform the classic Mexican cinnamon-rice beverage into the easiest three-ingredient popsicles. Whip up a batch, then try our other Ice Pop Recipes That Couldn’t Be Simpler -- they're all egg-free!

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Photography: MARIA ROBLEDO

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Lemon-Coconut Tofu Squares

How do you make an airy, ethereal lemon square without eggs? Tofu! Combine the silken kind with sugar, lemons, coconut oil, and whole-wheat flour.

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Photography: Marcus Nilsson

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Peach Sherbet

This eggless, two-ingredient ice cream is practically magical. Just freeze ripe peaches, blend with condensed milk, and dig in!

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No-Bake Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Eggless AND no-bake? You bet! Everyone will love the slightly spicy gingersnap crust paired with the rich cream cheese filling. After it's devoured, try our No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake next.

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Chocolaty Pretzel-and-Peanut Cookie Bars

A great make-ahead dessert, these kid-friendly treats strike the ideal balance between salty and sweet.

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Old-Fashioned Vanilla Ice Cream

A classic for a reason! This light, eggless rendition is a cinch to make and goes well with literally everything.

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Easy Dark Chocolate Truffles

Ending a dinner party with homemade chocolates is always a good idea. All you need are five ingredients -- bittersweet chocolate, cream, butter, cocoa powder, and your favorite booze -- to put these simple confections together.

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Photography: Romulo Yanes

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Plum Tarte Tatin

Upside-down desserts never fail to surprise and delight guests. This one calls for just 15 minutes of prep and showcases ripe black plums.

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Photography: Mike Krautter

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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

All vegan desserts are of course egg-free, and this is one of our favorites. Decadent chocolate cupcakes are topped with fluffy maple frosting to delicious effect.

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Photography: Kate Mathis

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Chamomile-Yogurt Panna Cotta

Panna cotta is an eggless custard set with gelatin. We put a healthier spin on the easy make-ahead dessert by swapping out the heavy cream for yogurt.

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Photography: Mike Krautter

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Strawberry Cobbler

The ultimate summer dessert! Pair ripe strawberries with a buttery biscuit topping and a pool of rich cream or scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Mocha Shortbread

Shortbread cookies don’t need eggs for their delicious crumbly texture -- just plenty of butter! Take them to the next level by spiking them with espresso powder, cocoa powder, and cacao nibs. If you're feeling traditional, stick with Classic Shortbread. If you're craving nutella, go for Chocolate-Hazelnut Shortbread Squares. Or better yet, make all three!

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Photography: Con Poulos

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Peach Slab Pie

This big-batch pie is perfect for feeding a crowd. It’s also super versatile -- feel free to swap out the peaches for your favorite stone fruit or berries.

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Vegan Oatmeal-Raisin Chocolate Chip Cookie

We combined two of our favorite cookies into one super cookie that everyone can enjoy. What are you waiting for??!

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Photography: Bryan Gardner

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Banana Icebox Pie

Put a twist on crowd-pleasing banana cream pie by caramelizing the bananas with a torch, creme brulee-style.

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Photography: Mike Krautter

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Quick Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

Like a fudgy version of peanut butter cups! Take them to a potluck or set them out on a buffet table, and they’ll be gone in a flash.

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Photography: ANITA CALERO

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Cream-Cheese Jam Ice Diamonds

An elegant cookie for any occasion! We used raspberry preserves, but these would be delectable with any jam you please.

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Tofu Chocolate Mousse

Your guests will never guess that this satiny chocolate mousse is egg-free. All you have to do is puree silken tofu with chocolate chips and milk. Talk about a three-ingredient wonder!

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