Going vegan doesn’t mean you have to give up a lot of delicious snacks. We’ve got you covered. Here is our list of 10 popular snacks that are secretly vegan or can be made vegan with these simple recipe hacks.
10. Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup
No matter what diet you may be on, chocolate is a hard thing to give up. And with most chocolate being made with cow’s milk, it’s a problem for vegans. The good news is that Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup is made with plant-based milk, which means it’s perfect for vegans. Bonuses are it’s also gluten-free, kosher, fat-free, and allergen-free.
9. Jello Instant Pudding Mix
You can turn your Jell-O instant pudding into a vegan version simply by substituting plant-based milk for cow’s milk. Jell-O pudding is also gluten-free. While the back of the box instructs you not to use milk substitutes, there are plenty of web articles with recipes for perfect Jell-O vegan pudding. You might have to experiment to get the right consistency.
8. Sour Patch Kids
Sour Patch Kids are a delicious candy that starts off sour, goes sweet, then dissolves away. The good news is that this vegan-friendly candy can be used to create numerous recipes for even more sour patch goodness. The Sour Patch Kids website contains over 2,000 recipes. Where needed, these can be modified by substituting animal-free ingredients.
7. Goya Flan
That is another product that is easy to make vegan with a simple hack to the recipe. Make sure to pick a box of Goya or Royal Flan egg-free. A favorite plant-based substitute is coconut milk. Some people like to use almond milk instead. Then, just follow the recipe as normal.
6. Duncan Hines Cake Mix
Most of Duncan Hines’ cake mixes are vegan in terms of ingredients. However, you always need to check them depending on the variety. For example, the Angel Food Cake Mix contains eggs. However, the instructions will often call for eggs or milk. Simply swap out your favorite vegan egg substitute and plant-based milk in those cases.
5. Smucker’s Marshmallow Ice Cream Topping
Smucker’s Marshmallow Ice Cream Topping is the perfect topping to put on your favorite plant-based ice cream. The product is also Kosher Pareve. If you visit the Smuckers webpage for this product, a number of dessert recipes you can follow to create more delicious treats such as peanut butter brownies, S’mores, marshmallow cream coffee, creamy lemon pie, and more.
4. Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Brownie Mix
Here is yet another mix that can be turned vegan by substituting ingredients. With the Ghirardelli Double Chocolate Brownie Mix, simply substitute your favorite vegan egg substitute, and you have delicious vegan brownies. In addition to the brownie mix, Ghirardelli also sells varieties of chocolate, cocoa mixes, and baking chips that come in nondairy and sugar-free varieties.
3. McCormick Bac’n Pieces Bacon Flavored Bits
Let’s face it–the flavor of bacon is one of the most delicious that exists. Now, you can go vegan without giving up this tantalizing taste. McCormick Bac’n Pieces Bacon Flavored Bits are completely vegan and are made from textured soy flour that has been made to imitate both the fantastic flavor and crunchy texture of bacon bits.
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2. SkinnyPop White Cheddar Popcorn
Of course, popcorn itself is already vegan. But plain popcorn can be a little boring, not to mention dry. However, popcorn picks up animal products if it is popped in oil or when flavors are added, such as butter or cheese. SkinnyPop White Cheddar Popcorn is a delicious, dairy-free popcorn and cheddar snack that lets you enjoy those flavors animal-free.
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1. Nature Valley Variety Pack Crunchy Granola & Trail Mix Fruit & Nut Bars
Nature Valley Variety Pack Crunchy Granola & Trail Mix Fruit & Nut Bars are a perfect on-the-go healthy snack that includes delicious dairy-free ingredients. These bars are free of animal products. However, not all Nature Valley bars are vegan. Check the label or website, as some may contain milk products, especially those that include chocolate, and will carry that warning.
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