30 vegan pie recipe ideas: Sweet & savoury plant-based pies

Author: Rachel Smith

Pies are a staple on most British family dinner tables. Here is a list of vegan pie recipes that will leave you stuffed and satisfied.


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Whether you like your plant-based pies sweet and served with ice cream or savoury and smothered in gravy, these vegan pie recipes are sure to hit the spot.

Pies are a staple on most British family dinner tables, and there are some wonderful vegan pie recipes that you just have to try.

Prefer to stick with tradition and opt for a savoury pie topped with pastry and filled with mock meats? We’ve got plenty of meat-free pie recipes for you to try.

Looking for sweet pies filled with chocolate and fruit and wrapped up in sugary pastry? You’ll find our pick of the most delicious plant-based pies for dessert right here.

Packed with flavour, veggies and meat alternatives, as well as sweet and fruit fillings, these vegan pie recipes will leave you stuffed and satisfied.

Ready to bake? Feast your eyes on our tasty selection of plant-based pies.

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Savoury vegan pie recipes

1. Vegan ‘Steak’ & Ale Pie

Perfect for a Sunday lunchtime, this steak and ale pie is a nice twist on a traditional recipe.

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2. Vegan ‘Chicken’ and Mushroom Pie with Leeks

This comfort food classic will feed the whole family and couldn’t be simpler to make. All you need is some ready-made pastry and vegan chicken pieces and you’ll have a tasty pie ready to enjoy in under an hour.

Vegan Chicken & Mushroom Pie with Leeks

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3. Vegan Rainbow Pie

This recipe utilises leftover vegetables to make the most visually appealing dinner that’s filled with vibrant veggies.

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4. Mushroom, Leek and Smoked Tofu Pot Pie with Chive Mash

You can’t beat pie and mash when you’re in the mood for comfort food. Packed with smoked tofu, leeks and mushrooms, this meat-free pie is true comfort food in a dish.

Mushroom, Leek and Smoked Tofu Pot Pie with Chive Mash

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5. Vegan Tofu & Mushroom Pie

Get a taste of autumn with this recipe full of classic flavour.

 Vegan Tofu & Mushroom Pie

6. Leftover Vegetable Pie

This simple recipe utilises the leftover veggies from your vegan roast dinner so nothing is wasted.

vegan leftover pie

7. Festive Vegan Vegetable Pie

This show-stopping rainbow creation is the ultimate show-stopper for any vegan Christmas dinner table. It’s filled to the brim with festive flavours with rosemary-roasted potatoes, peppers, and garlic mushrooms.

Festive Vegan Vegetable Pie

8. Frying Pan Samosa Pie

Samosas are one of our all-time favourite snacks, and now we can enjoy them in pie form thanks to this ingenious recipe. It all the great taste and textures of the classic Indian snack and is so easy to make. In fact, it’s ready to eat in just 20 minutes!

Frying-Pan Samosa Pie

9. Vegan Christmas Pie

This pie is so delicious that you’ll want to enjoy it all year round, not just at Christmas! It’s filled to the brim with beans, cranberries, nuts and veggies and makes for the ultimate festive feast.

Vegan Christmas Pie

10. Vegan Mushroom, Leek and Chestnut Pot Pie

Did you know that many varieties of pre-made pastry are accidentally vegan? That means making pot pies is so easy because you only need to make the filling. These tasty pies are filled with mushrooms, leek, and chestnuts in a creamy béchamel so are ideal for a comforting and easy vegan dinner.

Vegan Mushroom, Leek and Chestnut Pot Pie

11. Portobello, Chickpea & Ale Pies

This plant-based recipe puts a vegan twist on the classic chicken and ale pie using mushrooms and chickpeas to replace chicken. Mushrooms give it a lovely meaty texture and umami flavour while chickpeas ensure they’re full of vegan protein.

Portobello, Chickpea & Ale Pies

12. Vegan Fish Pie

Ditching fish from your diet doesn’t mean giving up on the comforting delights of a fish pie. In this recipe, we’ve replaced fish with jackfruit as it has a similar flaky texture while nori adds a salty, fishy flavour.

Vegan fish pie

13. Vegan Mushroom, Potato and Watercress Pie

Top up your iron intake with this pie packed with watercress.

vegan watercress pie

14. Vegan Cheesy Pithivier with Squash and Sage

This vegan cheesy pithivier with squash and sage is made with a crispy puff pastry. It oozes a delicious cheesy filling and is paired with fragrant sage to make a show-stopping main. It can be enjoyed hot, warm or cold.

Vegan Cheesy Pithivier with Squash and Sage

15. Vegan Cottage Pie with Potato and Parsnip Mash

This delicious pie recipe has a wonderful gravy base and is perfect for a cold evening.

Vegan Cottage Pie with Potato and Parsnip Mash

16. Vegan Guinness & Mushroom Pot Pie

This Guinness and mushroom pot pie recipe is vegan comfort food at its best as it’s superbly rich and flavoursome thanks to the stout in the sauce.

Vegan Guinness & Mushroom Pot Pie

17. Mushroom Bourguignon Pie

Great for parties, this pie is perfect for mushroom lovers.

 Mushroom Bourguignon Pie

18. Chickpea Pot Pie

Try something a bit different with this chickpea pie recipe that swaps out meat for chickpeas to give this vegan pie a protein boost.

Chickpea Pot Pie

19. Creamy Leek and Mushroom Pie

This delicious recipe by the Wallflower Kitchen is super creamy and full of flavour.

Creamy Leek and Mushroom Pie

20. Stout and Vegetable Pie

This recipe by Rabbit and Wolves creates a wonderful, buttery flaky and piping hot crust.

Stout and Vegetable Pie

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21. Vegan Lemon Meringue Pie

This dessert pie recipe has a buttery biscuit base and a zesty lemon topping.

vegan lemon meringue pie

22. Vegan Cranberry Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is the ultimate autumnal pie, but it’s typically laden with dairy. This scrumptious pie is entirely vegan and flavoured orange, cinnamon, and cranberries so it’s a great dessert for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Vegan Cranberry Pecan Pie

23. Vegan Salted Caramel Apple Pie

Take your apple pie to the next level with this scrumptious salted caramel version that’s spectacularly indulgent.

Vegan Salted Caramel Apple Pie

24. Vegan Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkins aren’t just great for carving, they also make the most delicious pie filling. This pumpkin pie is perfectly spiced with all the flavours of fall to create a cosy, warming dessert that’s perfect for your vegan Thanksgiving dinner.

Vegan Pumpkin Pie

25. White Chocolate Tarts with Raspberries

These tasty little tarts are wonderfully sweet as they’re made with vegan white chocolate. Combined with the sharp flavour of fresh raspberries, they’re simply delicious.

Vegan White Chocolate Tarts with Raspberries

26. Vegan Apple Pies

These bitesize pies are great for sharing with friends and the addition of vodka adds a kick.

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27. Vegan Caramel Biscoff Pie

This sweet treat is creamy, gooey and sugary, great for sharing with the family.

vegan dessert pie

28. Vegan Banana Cream Pie

If you’re a fan of banoffee pie, then you’ll love this banana cream pie recipes.

vegan banana pie

29. Vegan Strawberry Pie

This strawberry pie recipe is full of summery flavours and succulent strawberries.

vegan pie recipe

30. Vegan Rhubarb & Custard Tarts

Rhubarb is a classic flavour combination that’s sharp, tart and totally irresistible. They come together in this tasty tart recipe to create a vegan dessert that give you all the nostalgic flavours of the childhood favourite sweets.

Vegan Rhubarb & Custard Tarts

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Written by

Rachel Smith

Having launched the brand's digital presence in 2015, Rachel shares her love for animals and the planet through her work as Vegan Food & Living’s Digital Editor. As a passionate vegan for over ten years, Rachel loves creating delicious vegan dessert recipes for her award-winning blog, Rawberry Fields. Rachel's recipes and photography have been featured in numerous international print and digital publications including the Daily Mail, Huffington Post, Thrive, and Buzzfeed. You can follow Rachel at @rawberryfields

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