Birthday parties are the ultimate excuse to celebrate without limits! But what makes a birthday cake stand out from an everyday treat? Perhaps it’s all about the decorations and a flavor that feels as special as the day itself.
In this roundup, we’ve selected vegan birthday cakes that bring the party to life. Festive, rich, and downright delicious, these cakes skip the dairy and eggs without sacrificing a bit of fun or flavor. Whether you’re vegan, have allergies, or just want something extraordinary for your big day, there’s a cake here waiting to steal the show.
1. One Bowl EASY Vegan Birthday Cake by The Banana Diaries
Made with a secretly eggless yellow cake that’s soft and tender, and topped with a 2-ingredient dairy-free chocolate ganache, this vegan birthday cake tastes just like the classic yellow cake mix!
Image and recipe: The Banana Diaries
2. Vegan Picture Perfect Birthday Cake by School Night Vegan
This vegan birthday cake isn’t just a showstopper—it’s everything you want in a celebration treat. Think fluffy, moist sponge layers, dreamy vanilla frosting, and a crown of colorful vegan sprinkles to tie it all together.
Image and recipe: School Night Vegan
3. Vegan Funfetti Cake by Loving It Vegan
Ready for a classic funfetti cake? Bright, beautiful, and oh-so-delicious, it’s the ultimate celebration treat! Don’t skip the sprinkles—this recipe is your ticket to birthday magic. Perfect for parties, this cake is a hit with kids thanks to its cheerful colors, but let’s be honest—adults can’t resist it either. Get the recipe here and bring the fun to the table!
Image and recipe: Loving It Vegan
4. Gluten-Free Vegan Strawberry Cake by Rhian’s Recipes
We love pink vegan cakes! This recipe of fresh and fruity gluten-free vegan strawberry cake is absolutely wonderful, not just because it looks amazing, but also because it is naturally colored.
Image and recipe: Rhian’s Recipes
5. Vegan + Paleo Strawberry Shortcake Cake by Eating With Elain
It’s hard not to love Strawberry Shortcake Cake, isn’t it? This beautiful strawberry shortcake, fluffy vanilla shortcake, and vegan whipped cream combine to make the perfect summer vegan birthday party!
Image and recipe: Eating With Elain
6. Vegan Red Velvet Birthday Cake by Loving It Vegan
Vegan red velvet cake is rich, moist, vibrantly red, and topped with tangy lemon buttercream frosting.
Check out more vegan red velvet cake recipes here if you’re a fan.
Image and recipe: loving It Vegan
7. Soft and fluffy vegan strawberry cake by Rainbow Nourishments
This stunning vegan birthday cake can be a good fit for Valentine’s Day and will work with fresh or frozen strawberries so you can make it all year round!
Image and recipe: Rainbow Nourishments
8. Vegan Birthday Cake by The Big Man’s World
A vegan birthday cake is the perfect way to celebrate a vegan’s special day! It features layers of moist, tender yellow cake layered with vanilla frosting.
Image and recipe: The Big Man’s World
9. Chocolate Vegan Birthday Cake by Bohemian Vegan Kitchen
If you had your daily dose of pink vegan cakes, this bohemian blue cake could be just the one you’re looking for. This beautiful sponge cake is also allergen-free, which makes it perfect for any occasion.
Image and recipe: Bohemian Vegan Kitchen
10. Vegan Birthday Cake With Sprinkle by World Of Vegan
This cake is pure perfection: three layers of moist, fluffy vanilla goodness, with rich and decadent vanilla frosting nestled between each one. It’s light, luscious, and absolutely irresistible. Oh, and you don’t need to be a pastry chef or a crafting pro to make it happen. This recipe keeps things simple, so you can bake a showstopper without the stress.
Image and recipe: World Of Vegan
11. Vegan Vanilla Birthday Cake by Eight Forest Lane
Soft, fluffy, and topped with a creamy vegan vanilla buttercream, this cake is a true celebration centerpiece. Finished with colorful sprinkles, it’s as festive as it is delicious. Bonus: it’s super easy to make, making it the ultimate vegan birthday cake recipe.
Image and recipe: Eight Forest Lane
Classic Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes by Wow, It’s Veggie?
If you prefer cupcakes for your birthday, these vegan vanilla cupcakes are nostalgic and simple, just like your mom used to make. This recipe yields 12 vanilla cupcakes, which is perfect for a cozy celebration. Planning for a larger crowd? Simply double or triple the ingredient quantities to match your guest list!
Image and recipe: Wow, It’s Veggie?
