The best vegan snacks, cakes, crisps and desserts

Whether you're vegan, flexitarian, or just love all snacks, we've got you.

Vegan snacks best

by Bella Evennett-Watts |
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The number of vegans in the UK continues to grow year-on-year. And with veganism on the rise, you're bound to have a friend or family member who is vegan - or you might follow a plant-based diet yourself.

But how do you snack on interesting nibbles and tasty treats when you're on a plant-based diet?

Stress no more, we've chosen the best vegan snacks, cakes and crisps that are bound to make you dash out to your nearest supermarket - without a piece of raw fruit in sight.

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The best vegan snacks, cakes and crisps

Cake Or Death Vegan Brownies1 of 25
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Cake Or Death Vegan Brownies

Named after a sketch by Eddie Izzard, and packaged in pink and black leopard print, Cake Or Death vegan brownies are simply amazing. You can treat someone to a one-off box (of either six or 10 brownies), or even a subscription - you save 20% and get a box every month. Highly recommended.

Plus, they do a special Christmas box - featuring salted caramel, candied orange and mince pie flavours - totally decadent and the ideal gift for a vegan friend. Or just a friend who loves brownies, as the fact that they're vegan is beside the point. They're just THE BEST BROWNIES EVER. (The Christmas box costs £19.50 for six).

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Insane Grain Crisps

These have to top the list of the best healthy crisps out there. These probiotic puffs are made with ancient supergrain - Sorghum. A nutritional powerhouse rich with vitamins and minerals, it helps boost your energy levels and is the world's first and only Vegan Society approved probiotic, tested in a biotech lab to ensure it's good for your gut. On top of that, it's eco-friendly and sustainable, as Sorghum uses a staggering 50% less water to harvest than corn.But other than the health benefits, these crisps are just genuinely really delicious. Our cupboards will be stocked with these forevermore.

Organic Seed and Bean Coconut and Raspberry Chocolate 85 g (Pack of 4)3 of 25
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Organic Seed and Bean Coconut and Raspberry Chocolate 85 g (Pack of 4)

Fancy a taste of the tropics, whatever the weather? This divine, organic, dark chocolate bar from Seed and Bean is bursting with coconut and raspberry. Be warned: it's all too easy to scoff the lot in one go.

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NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Plant-Based Flat White Collection

Plant-based coffee has never been this yummy. We all love a flat white and these easy to use pods are VERY tasty. These coconutty and almondy coffee drinks aren't just lactose-free, but they actually taste toasty and nutty. They're available online, or in-store at your local supermarket.

Forest Feast Preda Mango, 100g5 of 25
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Forest Feast Preda Mango, 100g

Forest Feast uses delicious ingredients, sourcing them both responsibly and carefully before creating them into incredible snacks. With a resealable packet, the dried mango pieces are perfect to share with friends or to nibble on the go.

Abakus Foods 12 x Bags Seaweed Crisps, Lightly Salted6 of 25
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Abakus Foods 12 x Bags Seaweed Crisps, Lightly Salted

Fancy doing something caring while you crunch? These seaweed crisps subscribe to the 1% For The Planet Program, meaning that 1% of sales from this range goes towards charities in support of environmental causes. They taste GREAT too.

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Nakd Salted Caramel Bars, Pack of 18

The masterminds behind the Nākd bar have answered our prayers and added a salted caramel flavour to its existing range of popular bars.

Propercorn Sweet & Salty 90g8 of 25
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Propercorn Sweet & Salty 90g

Going vegan but worried about eating out? Don't worry, your favourite cinema stack is suitable for vegans.

Burts Lentil Waves Thai Sweet Chilli, 5x20g9 of 25
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Burts Lentil Waves Thai Sweet Chilli, 5x20g

These Thai sweet chilli waves are the way to our hearts. Not only are the delicious lentil crisps vegan, but they're also less than 99 kcal per bag. Winner, winner, lentil dinner.

Oat Drink Chocolate Deluxe, 1L10 of 25
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Oat Drink Chocolate Deluxe, 1L

Who isn't wild for oats right now? And those clever cats at Oatly have expanded beyond the best milk for your vegan latte into a thick, delicious, not-really-milk shake.

Oatly Vanilla Custard, 250ml11 of 25
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Oatly Vanilla Custard, 250ml

If you want to drink this delicious, creamy, oat-based custard straight from the carton then we won't judge. Seriously, it's that good. Alternatively, it whips up like magic to double the size and is great for topping fruit, pies, or - frankly - just scoffing down with a spoon.

Graze Lightly Sea Salted Sharing Bag, 104g12 of 25
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Graze Lightly Sea Salted Sharing Bag, 104g

Graze have invented a satisfyingly crunchy mix of pretzel bites, peas, broad beans and corn. And what's even better, this tasty snack is a source of fibre and protein, yet contains just 107 kcals per portion.

Nature's Store - Hazelnut and Cocoa Chocolate Spread (350g)13 of 25
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Nature's Store - Hazelnut and Cocoa Chocolate Spread (350g)

Missing chocolate spread? Here is your answer. Nature's Store has this amazing chocolate and hazelnut, which is creamy and gets the balance of flavours just right. This rich, chocolate spread pairs perfectly with Supergood's Flippin' Lovely Pancake Mix. Editor's favourite.

Raw Halo Dark and Pink Himalayan Salt, 70g14 of 25
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Raw Halo Dark and Pink Himalayan Salt, 70g

This healthy chocolate is all kinds of good, from the packaging to the ingredients to the sustainable farming that made it. The new pink sea salt and dark choc flavour is our fave, at 85% chocolate with pink sea salt for added zing.

Dr. Oetker The Good Baker Vegan Stonebaked Spinach Pizza15 of 25

Dr. Oetker The Good Baker Vegan Stonebaked Spinach Pizza

Craving a delicious slice of pizza but steering clear of cheese? Dr. Oetker's latest range, The Good Baker, has got you covered. Spinach, pumpkin seeds, marinated tomatoes, red onions and a vegan cheese alternative meet on a delicious stonebaked thin and crispy base, made with multigrain flour and oats. Certified by The Vegan Society, it's a source of fibre, features no artificial flavourings and has no added sugar.

Moving Mountains Plant-Based Hot Dogs16 of 25

Moving Mountains Plant-Based Hot Dogs

So it's a little more of a meal than a snack, but if you're craving a succulent hot dog, Moving Mountains' Hot Dogs has a naturally smokey flavour and is a really convincing meat alternative. Perfect for snack platters, parties and more.

Fiid Vegan Lunch Bowls, 400g17 of 25
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Fiid Vegan Lunch Bowls, 400g

Who said fast food can't be vegan? Pop these convenient little pouches in the microwave for two to three minutes and you've got yourself a warm, nourishing lunch for just £3.50. Available in three delicious variations, Italian Ragu, Mexican Chilli and Moroccan Tagine.

Purition Beetroot & Chocolate nutritional shake18 of 25

Purition Beetroot & Chocolate nutritional shake

Purition has just launched its new beetroot range, and we tried out this chocolate and beetroot nutritional shake. Add the powder to your blender with a banana, some milk, or whatever you fancy, and whisk up a nutritious drink. We found adding more fruit takes away some of the earthiness from the beetroot, which isn't to everyone's taste.

Oaty Bruce Unsweetened Oat M*lk19 of 25
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Oaty Bruce Unsweetened Oat M*lk

The creamiest, smoothest oat milk, Oaty Bruce Unsweetened Oat M*lk is a nutritious and delicious plant-powered, non-dairy milk and is made from just two natural ingredients: whole grain organic oats and water. It's that simple.

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Moving Mountains Plant-Based Meatballs

Previously only available in restaurants across the UK, Moving Mountains' now offers its mouth-watering meat substitutes in a cook-at-home range, so you can dine in style from the comfort of your kitchen.

Lo Bros Blueberry Lemonade CBD Kombucha21 of 25
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Lo Bros Blueberry Lemonade CBD Kombucha

Containing 15mg of active CBD, this tasty lemonade will not only quench your thirst but will leave you feeling calm and balanced. The drink also contains kombucha, which supports overall wellbeing.

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Holy Moly Guacamole Original 150G x 5

The holy grail of snacks certainly includes creamy guac. Each pot of Holy Moly guacamole contains approximately two sun-ripened avocados, grown and hand-picked on a family farm in rural Mexico. You can find out which supermarkets stock Holy Moly's products here.

Perkier Vitamin Packed, Immune Booster bars 15 x 37g bars23 of 25
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Perkier Vitamin Packed, Immune Booster bars 15 x 37g bars

Not only are these bars the first in the UK to contain 100% NRV of Vitamin D, C and B12, but Perkier donate to food banks and partner with International Animal Rescue who rescues and rehabilitate orangutans, so your money will be well spent.

Native - Prawn Crackers: - Original Prawn Flavour 60g24 of 25
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Native - Pr*wn Crackers

If you're a veggie or vegan, then you definitely must be missing a fabulous essential to a Chinese takeaway. Believe it or not, Native has launched a vegan prawn cracker snack and we're obsessed. They're available in stores, and online.

Plant Pops - Popped Lotus Seeds - Smoked Chilli (20g)25 of 25
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Plant Pops - Popped Lotus Seeds - Smoked Chilli (20g)

Check out these spicy (and unusual) snacks from Plant Pops. Not only are these snacks innovative and award-winning, but they're made from ethically-sourced lotus seeds and the flavours are immense. Check out their full range here.

Did you know these celebs are vegan?

Beyoncé - in January 2019 Queen B announced via Instagram that any fans who took the plunge to follow a plant-based diet would be in with the chance of winning concert tickets for life.

Ariana Grande - In an interview with The Mirror, the U.S singer revealed, "I love animals more than I love most people, not kidding. I am a firm believer in eating a full plant-based, whole food diet that can expand your life length and make you an all-around happier person."

Meghan Markle - Veganism has even had an impact on the royals, too. According to reports, Prince Harry received a diet overhaul by vegan wife, Meghan.

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