Sometimes it can be hard for vegans to find snacks that both fit with their dietary requirements and taste delicious too. But after reading this article you'll no longer be stuck when it comes to choosing a vegan snack. Whether you're after something sweet or savoury, super healthy or more indulgent — there are all kinds of plant-based sweets, crisps and bars for you to sink your teeth into.
Alongside this buying guide, we'll also share our ranking of the top 10 best vegan snacks to buy online in the UK. From seaweed thins to fun sour sweets suitable for both kids and adults — we're here to help you find the right vegan snack for you, featuring products from Amazon, Tesco, Asda and Waitrose. Is that your tummy rumbling?
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More and more people are becoming vegan for a variety of ethical and personal reasons. Of course, you don't have to be a vegan to enjoy tasty vegan snacks — many of us like a little break from animal-based products sometimes. Whatever your dietary preferences, here are our top tips on selecting the best vegan snacks online!
The kind of snack you fancy will depend on your mood at the time. Maybe you are looking to stock up on sweet vegan treats, or perhaps plant-based savoury snacks if you prefer something salty.
If you have a bit of a sweet tooth, these days there are plenty of vegan treats to choose from to satisfy your cravings. As well as chocolates and biscuits, you can now find gelatine-free gummies and crunchy treats such as caramel rice cakes.
If you want a healthier sweet vegan snack, you might want to look for options that opt for naturally occurring sugars instead of the refined stuff. Vegan snacks of course won't be sweetened with honey, so dried fruit and fruit juices have become popular alternatives. Snack bars made with oats and nuts also provide a good source of protein.
Whether you want a savoury snack to share with friends or something salty to nibble on the bus home, there's a vegan snack to suit everyone. While many varieties of crisps and crackers are already vegan, some flavourings contain whey and milk powder, so it's important to check the ingredients carefully before buying.
If you're a fan of crisps and corn snacks, you might be interested to try some of the more unusual variations. More than just potatoes, there are vegan crisps made from chickpeas, dried seaweed and root vegetables, each with their own unique texture and taste. Why not pair with houmous next time you're looking for something savoury?
If you have other dietary requirements aside from the snack being vegan — you'll need to make sure that the snack you choose is suitable. Luckily, many vegan options are also gluten-free, so coeliacs and anyone else avoiding gluten in their diet should be well catered for.
That said, a lot of vegan snacks do contain common allergens such as nuts and soya. This isn't always obvious as some snacks contain soy-derived ingredients or are fried in peanut oil. So, if you or the person you are buying for has food allergies or intolerances, always ensure you check the nutritional information in advance.
Just because a snack is vegan, doesn't necessarily mean it's healthy! While there's nothing wrong with an indulgent treat now and then, it's never a bad idea to check the nutritional information to make sure you don't overdo it on the sugar and salt.
According to NHS guidelines, adults should aim to consume no more than 30g of sugar per day or 19-24g for children, depending on their age. As for salt, the recommended daily allowance is even lower with an upper limit of 6g for adults per day and 2-5g for kids.
If you're looking for something to take with you on the go, it will be more convenient to choose snacks that come in single-serving packs. These can be easily taken with you in your bag or put inside your packed lunch, ready for when you're feeling a bit peckish!
Of course, snacks in single-use wrappers aren't always the most environmentally friendly or economical choice. Share bags aren't just for snacking at home or with others, alternatively you could always decant them into reusable containers to take with you on days out.
For those hungrily anticipating our recommendations, we won't make you wait any longer. Here, in ranking order, are the top 10 best vegan snacks in the UK from the likes of Nakd, Candy Kittens and Eat Real.
£1.85
Sweet or Savoury | Sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Contains soya |
Sugar Per 100 g | 28.0 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.50 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 392 kcal |
Pack Size | 159 g |
Pack of 3
£3.30
Sweet or Savoury | Savoury |
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Other Dietary information | Contains soya and sesame |
Sugar Per 100 g | 2.6 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 2.68 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 438 kcal |
Pack Size | 3 x 5 g |
Pack of 18
£10.52
Sweet or Savoury | Sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free. Contains nuts |
Sugar Per 100 g | 50.5 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.8 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 353 kcal |
Pack Size | 18 x 35 g |
Pack of 5
£1.00
Sweet or Savoury | Sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Contains gluten and soya |
Sugar Per 100 g | 15 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.09 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 346 kcal |
Pack Size | 5 x 19 g |
Pack of 5
£2.40
Sweet or Savoury | Sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free, nut free, no added sugar |
Sugar Per 100 g | 42 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 280 kcal |
Pack Size | 5 x 20 g |
Pack of 16
£8.13
Sweet or Savoury | Sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free. Contains soya, may contain milk, nuts, peanuts and sesame |
Sugar Per 100 g | 27.9 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.71 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 454 kcal |
Pack Size | 16 x 50 g |
£1.79
Sweet or Savoury | Savoury |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free |
Sugar Per 100 g | 2.6 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 2.8 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 481 kcal |
Pack Size | 135 g |
£2.00
Sweet or Savoury | Sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free, may contain milk, nuts |
Sugar Per 100 g | 59 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.19 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 341 kcal |
Pack Size | 125 g |
£1.65
Sweet or Savoury | Savoury and sweet |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free |
Sugar Per 100 g | 4.2 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 1.2 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 408 kcal |
Pack Size | 78 g |
£0.85
Sweet or Savoury | Savoury |
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Other Dietary information | Gluten free, soya free, nut free |
Sugar Per 100 g | 33.7 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.47 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 527 kcal |
Pack Size | 35 g |
Image | 1 ![]() Emily | 2 ![]() Hippeas | 3 ![]() Candy Kittens | 4 ![]() Eat Real | 5 ![]() Trek | 6 ![]() Bear | 7 ![]() Alpen | 8 ![]() Nakd | 9 ![]() Itsu | 10 ![]() Snack A Jacks |
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Name | Veg Sticks Simply Sea Salt, Sweet Potato | Organic Chickpea Puffs Sweet & Smokin' | Sour Watermelon Vegan Sweets | Hummus Chips | Cocoa Oat Protein Flapjack | Strawberry Fruit Yoyo | Light Jaffa Cake Bars | Salted Caramel Fruit & Nut Bar | Crispy Seaweed Sweet Soy & Sea Salt Thins | Caramel |
Features | Crunchy Sweet Potato Snacks Made With Only 3 Ingredients | Light and Fluffy Organic Chickpea Puffs | Gourmet Sour Watermelon Sweets With 100% Natural Flavours | Crisps That Are Perfect With Houmous | A High Protein Oat Flapjack to Keep You Fuller for Longer | A Fun Way to One of Your 5-A-Day | The Deliciousness of Jaffa Cakes, in a High-Fibre Snack Bar | Nakd Salted Caramel Natural Treat | Eat Yourself Beautiful With These Itsu Seaweed Thins | A Low Calorie Sweet Caramel Snack |
Price | £0.85 | £1.65 | £2.00 | £1.79 | £8.13 | £2.40 | £1.00 | £10.52 | £3.30 | £1.85 |
Sweet or Savoury | Savoury | Savoury and sweet | Sweet | Savoury | Sweet | Sweet | Sweet | Sweet | Savoury | Sweet |
Other Dietary information | Gluten free, soya free, nut free | Gluten free | Gluten free, may contain milk, nuts | Gluten free | Gluten free. Contains soya, may contain milk, nuts, peanuts and sesame | Gluten free, nut free, no added sugar | Contains gluten and soya | Gluten free. Contains nuts | Contains soya and sesame | Contains soya |
Sugar Per 100 g | 33.7 g | 4.2 g | 59 g | 2.6 g | 27.9 g | 42 g | 15 g | 50.5 g | 2.6 g | 28.0 g |
Salt Per 100 g | 0.47 g | 1.2 g | 0.19 g | 2.8 g | 0.71 g | 0 g | 0.09 g | 0.8 g | 2.68 g | 0.50 g |
Calories Per 100 g | 527 kcal | 408 kcal | 341 kcal | 481 kcal | 454 kcal | 280 kcal | 346 kcal | 353 kcal | 438 kcal | 392 kcal |
Pack Size | 35 g | 78 g | 125 g | 135 g | 16 x 50 g | 5 x 20 g | 5 x 19 g | 18 x 35 g | 3 x 5 g | 159 g |
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Vegans may be considered a fairly health-conscious bunch, but almost everyone likes a treat once in a while. Perhaps you're planning a party, or want a little something for Friday night? From piping hot pizzas to a cheeky glass of wine, we've ranked even more of the best vegan foods in the UK. You're welcome!
Whether you're packing your snack to eat at work, or keeping it in your kitchen cupboard to indulge at home — with so many goodies available online, there is sure to be a sweet or savoury snack that takes your fancy. After reading this article, hopefully, you won't be stuck for a vegan snack option ever again!
Author: Charlotte Lillington
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