Instead of making a chocolate ganache filling that requires heating heavy whipping cream on a stovetop, this recipe uses silken tofu, which blends beautifully into a creamy and velvety filling. I’ve used this technique before to make chocolate mousse and vegan pudding!

Are you up for the no-bake pie challenge? It’s the easiest and most delicious chocolate pie you’ll ever make. No tricky techniques or steps and it involves a blender, a microwave, and a fridge. Doesn’t get easier than that! You have to try it!

Ingredients Needed and Substitutions

This chocolate pudding pie is made with a secret ingredient—silken tofu! You can’t taste the tofu at all, but you’re left with a creamy pudding-like consistency without needing to prepare a packet of instant pudding or whip heavy cream. With just a few extra ingredients, this pie is a snap to make!

Dairy-Free Semisweet Chocolate Chips

Opt for high-quality vegan semisweet chocolate chips to ensure a rich and indulgent chocolate flavor.

Silken Tofu

Select a 14-ounce block of silken tofu, also known as “soft” tofu. Ensure it is well-drained to achieve a smooth and creamy texture in the pie filling. Silken tofu contributes to the pie’s velvety consistency.

Vanilla Extract

Use pure vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor of the chocolate pie.

Graham Cracker Pie Crust

Choose a pre-made vegan graham cracker pie crust for convenience or prepare your own using vegan graham crackers and plant-based butter. Crumble them together and press it tightly at the bottom of the pan. Ensure the crust is firm and well-set to support the creamy filling.

How To Make This Easy No Bake Chocolate Pie

For the Pie

In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips for 45 seconds, stirring with a fork until smooth. If the chocolate remains lumpy, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, or use a double boiler for an alternative melting method.

Blend the melted chocolate, tofu, and vanilla in a blender or food processor until creamy, then pour the mixture into the pie crust and freeze for 30 minutes until the filling solidifies.

The pie can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.

For the Coconut Whipped Cream

Refrigerate a can of coconut milk overnight or for at least 6 hours. Once chilled, the milk and water will have separated. Remove the lid and pour out the water (which can be saved for a smoothie). In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk the solidified coconut milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar on high for 5 minutes until fluffy. Alternatively, use a hand whisk if an electric mixer is unavailable. Serve immediately.

Topping Ideas

To top off this no-bake chocolate pie you can make this delicious coconut whipped cream. It compliments the intense chocolate flavor of the pie perfectly. Or use any store-bought vegan whipped cream you prefer.

Want to change it up? Try these other tasty toppings:

• Coconut yogurt. Another great idea if you don’t want to work extra for the topping cream, is to top it with very thick and fatty coconut yogurt and drizzle a bit of maple syrup on top.
• Dust with cocoa powder. Light dust the top with cocoa powder using a fine sieve for an extra layer of chocolate goodness.
• Chocolate shavings. use a vegetable peeler to create delicate chocolate shavings for an elegant garnish.
• Chopped nuts. Sprinkle with chopped nuts such as almonds, pecans, or hazelnuts for added crunch.
• Edible flowers. Decorate with edible flowers for a visually stunning and whimsical touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

More No Bake Dessert Recipes

• Raw Chocolate Peanut Butter Slices
• Vegan Strawberry Shortcake
• Super-Easy Vegan Birthday Cake
• Silken Chocolate Pudding

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No-Bake Chocolate Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

This no-bake chocolate pie is one of the easiest I’ve ever made. There are only four ingredients, and all of them can be snapped up at your local grocery store. For vegan chocolate chips, look at the ingredients and make sure they don’t say “contains milk.” I usually buy Trader Joe’s or Guittard semisweet chocolate chips. For the pie crust, Keebler’s graham-cracker crust is accidentally vegan and is a good bet.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free chocolate pie, no bake chocolate pie with graham cracker crust, no-bake chocolate pie, vegan chocolate pie

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Pie

Calories 894kcal

Author Toni Okamoto

Ingredients

For the pie:

• 1 12-ounce bag dairy-free semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 14-ounce block silken tofu drained (also called “soft” tofu)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 vegan graham cracker pie crust

For the coconut whipped cream:

• 1 13.5-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 teaspoons powdered sugar

Instructions

For the Pie:

• In a small, microwave-safe bowl, microwave the chocolate chips for 45 seconds. Mix with a fork until smooth. (If the chocolate is still lumpy, microwave for 20-second intervals, mixing in between, until the chocolate is completely smooth. Alternatively, melt using a double boiler.
• In a blender or food processor, blend the melted chocolate, tofu, and vanilla until creamy.
• Pour the tofu-chocolate mixture into the piecrust and place in the freezer for 30 minutes or until the filling solidifies. The pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

For the Coconut Milk:

• Place the can of coconut milk in the refrigerator and let it sit overnight or for at least 6 hours.
• After the coconut milk is completely chilled, the milk and water should have separated. Remove the lid and pour out the water. (You can save it for a smoothie.)
• In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk the solidified coconut milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar on high for 5 minutes or until the mixture is fluffy. (If you don’t have an electric mixer, a hand whisk will also work.) Serve Immediately.

Notes

Storage: Cover and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freeze: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Toni’s Tips:

• If you don’t have a graham-cracker pie crust handy, you can crumble your favorite cookies or graham crackers and pack them tightly into the bottom of an 8-inch pie dish. Then pour the tofu-chocolate mixture on top of the crumbs and place the pie in the freezer.
• Avoid using coconut milk with guar gum because it prevents the milk from solidifying. If you can’t find one that is full-fat and doesn’t have guar gum, coconut cream also works.

Testers’ Tip: “To make your own pie crust, use a sleeve of vegan graham crackers, which has roughly ten, and pulse them in a blender or food processor until they crumble. Add ½ cup vegan butter to the blender or food processor and blend together. Using your fingers, press the graham cracker mixture into the baking sheet.” —Lisa K. from New Orleans, LA

Nutrition

Calories: 894kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Sodium: 802mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 5mg

About The Cookbook

The Plant-Based on a Budget cookbook is a must! It’s one of those cookbooks that will end up on your kitchen counter and never make it to the shelves. The idea behind it is to help you save money while eating a healthy plant-based diet. Pretty amazing, right? You’ll find so many staple recipes here like broccoli soup, 3 bean salad, and blueberry muffins. 

Toni Okamoto is the budget eating guru. She has been sharing delicious tips and recipes on her blog for years and this is already her second cookbook. You can also find her alongside World of Vegan founder Michelle Cehn in the Plant-Powered People Podcast, so go have a listen!

If you want to get your own copy of this book find it here.

This no-bake vegan chocolate pie recipe was excerpted from Plant-Based On a Budget by Toni Okamoto, BenBella Books, 2019. Photos by Jenny Love.

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Key Ingredients

The best part about this hot cocoa mix? You just need four ingredients:

• Cocoa Powder
• Granulated sugar 
• Unsweetened soy milk (or your favorite vegan milk)
• Mini vegan chocolate chips (or finely chopped vegan chocolate)

That’s it! You can store it in a 16 ounce mason jar or any sealed container and it will last all season long.

How To Use This Vegan Hot Chocolate Mix

When you’re ready to make a steaming mug of this vegan hot cocoa mix, it only takes a few minutes to prepare! Simply heat some dairy-free milk up either in a microwave-safe mug or bowl in the microwave, or warm it up on the stove.

Stir in 3½ tablespoons of the hot chocolate mix for every one cup of milk. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Topping Ideas

While the mixture does include mini vegan chocolate chips, it’s always fun (and delicious) to add some toppings! Here are some of my favorites:

• Vegan whipped cream—Use store-bought or make your own! Coconut whipped cream or even aquafaba whipped cream are both excellent on top of this hot cocoa!
• Vegan marshmallows—Whether you get mini or full-sized vegan marshmallows, you can’t go wrong!
• Chocolate shavings—Double down on the chocolate and add grated vegan chocolate on top. A mixture of dark and white vegan chocolate would add a luxurious chocolatey flavor!
• Crushed Peppermint Candies—Adds a minty and festive twist! You can even add a crushed candy cane rim like I did with this Vegan Peppermint Mocha!
• Caramel Drizzle—Drizzle vegan caramel sauce over whipped cream for a sweet and buttery addition.
• Cinnamon Sticks—Add some warm spice by stirring in a cinnamon stick reminiscent of this Spiced Vegan Hot Chocolate.

Hot Cocoa Bar

If you want to have even more fun, create your own little at-home vegan hot cocoa station! Get some vegan marshmallows and drop them in a jar. If the holidays are near, neatly place some candy canes in a festive mug. Pop a little jar of vanilla extract or peppermint extract by your hot cocoa bar for a winter-inspired flavor boost. Set out your favorite hot cocoa sipping mugs, and honey, you’ve got yourself a vegan hot cocoa bar!

If you want to get really crazy (I always do!) you can even order a sparkly sign for your hot cocoa bar. Has your home ever been this ready for the holidays? 

The Perfect DIY Holiday Gift

Looking for a delightful vegan Christmas gift, stocking stuffer, Hanukkah gift, housewarming gift, hostess gift, or just want to pamper someone you love? A mason jar filled with chocolatey goodness and TLC is a surefire hit.

Stick some vegan marshmallows on the top of the jar and Package it up with some fancy vanilla extract and peppermint extract and handwritten cocoa-making instructions for an extra-special surprise. Your friend, neighbor, co-worker or loved one will think of you every time they sip on vegan hot cocoa throughout the season! 

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Vegan Hot Chocolate Mix (3 Ingredients)

This is the perfect vegan hot chocolate mix. I make a batch of this every winter so I can enjoy easy-to-make vegan hot cocoa throughout the holiday season. This hot cocoa mix also makes a great handmade vegan holiday gift!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free hot chocolate mix, vegan hot chocolate mix, vegan hot cocoa mix

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 150kcal

Author Michelle Cehn | World of Vegan

Equipment

• 16-ounce mason jar or similar sealed container

Ingredients

• ¾ cups cocoa powder
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup mini vegan chocolate chips or finely chopped vegan chocolate

Instructions

• In a small mixing bowl, add the cocoa powder, sugar, and chocolate and mix until fully incorporated. Pour in the jar and seal tightly.
• Attach a label that notes the recipe (3½ tablespoons of hot chocolate mix per 1 cup of soy milk).

Notes

Decorate as desired! For instance, you can tie a festive string around the jar and cut out some wrapping paper to attach to the lid of the jar.

Storage: Keep the vegan hot cocoa mix in an airtight container in a cool dark place like a pantry or cabinet for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 0.3mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

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However, with careful planning, creativity, and patience, you can not only survive but thrive during the holiday season as a vegan. In this comprehensive guide, we will provide you with a wealth of tips and strategies to make your vegan holiday experience enjoyable, delectable, and memorable.

Preparation is Key

Before diving into the holiday festivities, it’s essential to lay a solid foundation.

Understanding Your Hosts: Take the time to understand your hosts’ menu plans and their willingness to accommodate your dietary needs. Knowing their approach can help you prepare better.

Communicating Your Dietary Needs: Diplomatically and clearly communicate your vegan requirements to your hosts in advance. Providing them with information about veganism and its importance to you can foster understanding and cooperation.

Offering to Contribute: Extend a hand by offering to bring a vegan dish or two to share. This not only ensures there’s something delicious for you to eat but also demonstrates your commitment to making the gathering enjoyable for everyone.

Veganizing Holiday Classics

One of the biggest challenges during the holidays is finding vegan alternatives to traditional dishes.

Turkey Alternatives: Explore options such as Tofurky, seitan roasts, or stuffed acorn squash to replace the traditional turkey centerpiece. These alternatives can be just as festive and satisfying.

Stuffing, Gravy, and Sides: Veganize stuffing and gravy with plant-based ingredients, and consider crafting vegan versions of beloved side dishes like mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce.

Vegan Desserts: Don’t skimp on dessert! Experiment with vegan versions of classic holiday treats such as pies, cakes, and cookies. Many store-bought options are now available for your convenience. You can also order baked goods from online vegan bakeries that will deliver to your doorstep!

Vegan Cookbooks: There are dozens of vegan cookbooks that can help you craft the perfect meal, including several holiday-specific cookbooks! The Friendly Vegan Cookbook is filled with omnivore-approved recipes that are share-worthy for the holidays. And books like The Super-Fun Times Vegan Holiday Cookbook by Isa Chandra Moscowitz are solely focused on supporting your holiday dinner table spread.

Navigating Social Situations

Holiday gatherings often involve socializing with friends and family, which may lead to some potentially awkward moments.

Handling Awkward Questions: Be prepared for inquiries about your veganism and respond with patience and respect, focusing on the positive aspects of your lifestyle choice.

Being an Advocate, Not a Preacher: While it’s essential to be an advocate for veganism, avoid preaching or making others uncomfortable. Instead, engage in positive conversations that inspire curiosity and open-mindedness.

Hosting Your Own Vegan Gathering: If you’re comfortable doing so, consider hosting a vegan holiday feast. This way, you can share your delicious plant-based dishes with others and showcase the variety and flavor that veganism has to offer.

Surviving Office Parties

Office parties often revolve around food and socializing, so it’s crucial to navigate them smoothly.

Bringing Your Own Dish: Consider bringing a vegan dish to share at office parties. This ensures you have a delightful option to enjoy and introduces your colleagues to vegan cuisine. Sweet and sour vegan meatballs are a perfect party appetizer to share!

Networking with Vegan Colleagues: If you’re lucky enough to have vegan colleagues, connect with them! You can provide each other with support and potentially collaborate on vegan-friendly office events or potlucks.

Speaking with HR or Event Organizers: If office events consistently lack vegan options, consider discussing the issue with HR or event organizers. Your feedback may prompt positive changes in future gatherings.

Navigating Dietary Restrictions

Vegans often have additional dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, nut allergies, or soy sensitivities. You may also have preferences, like eating healthy plant-based food, oil-free vegan food, sugar-free recipes, or even fully raw.

Gluten-Free Vegans: If you’re both vegan and gluten-free, seek out recipes and products that meet both criteria, and inform your hosts about your dietary needs in advance.

Nut Allergies: Be vigilant about cross-contamination and opt for nut-free vegan options to ensure your safety and enjoyment.

Soy or Other Allergies: If you have allergies or sensitivities to specific foods like soy, find soy-free vegan protein sources and clearly communicate your allergies when dining out.

Conscious Gift-Giving and Receiving

The holiday season often involves gift exchanges, which may require some special considerations.

Choosing Thoughtful Vegan Gifts: When selecting gifts for loved ones, opt for cruelty-free and vegan options. Many ethical and sustainable products are available, from skincare to clothing and more. Explore our Vegan Gift Guide for more than 100 considerate ideas.

Educating Loved Ones About Your Preferences: Politely inform friends and family of your vegan gift preferences to avoid non-vegan surprises. They may appreciate the guidance in selecting thoughtful gifts.

Graciously Accepting Non-Vegan Gifts: If you receive non-vegan gifts, thank the giver graciously. You can consider donating or regifting these items to avoid waste while maintaining positive relationships.

Share Delicious Vegan Food

The holidays present an excellent opportunity to share the benefits of eating plant-based with others.

Sharing Delicious Vegan Dishes: Let the flavors of your vegan holiday creations speak for themselves. Your friends and family may be pleasantly surprised by the deliciousness of plant-based meals.

Suggesting Vegan Alternatives: Kindly propose vegan alternatives when discussing holiday meal planning with friends or family members. You might be surprised by their willingness to accommodate your preferences.

Offering Resources: Share vegan cookbooks, documentaries, blogs, or local vegan events with those interested in learning more about vegan living. Providing resources can inspire others to explore a plant-based lifestyle.

Dining Out and Traveling for the Holidays

For those who plan to dine out or travel during the holidays, some extra precautions and strategies can make the experience smoother.

Researching Vegan-Friendly Restaurants: Use online resources, apps, and websites to identify vegan-friendly restaurants and dining options at your travel destination. This proactive approach ensures you’ll have delicious vegan meals to enjoy.

Packing Vegan Snacks: Carry a supply of vegan snacks when traveling or attending events to keep yourself fueled and satisfied. This helps avoid hunger-induced temptations to stray from your vegan path.

Talking to Chefs and Waitstaff: When dining out, communicate your dietary needs clearly to restaurant staff. Inquire about vegan menu options or ask for modifications to existing dishes.

Staying Healthy During the Holiday Season

Maintaining good health and well-being during the holiday season is not a goal for everyone, but if you’re trying to practice healthy habits, here are some tips.

Balancing Indulgence and Nutrition: While it’s tempting to indulge in holiday treats, strive for balance by incorporating nutritious options into your meals. This helps you stay energized and feel your best.

Staying Active: Don’t neglect your exercise routine. Regular physical activity helps you stay energized, manage stress, and maintain your overall well-being.

Managing Stress: The holidays can be stressful. Practice relaxation techniques such as meditation or deep breathing to manage stress and stay grounded.

5 Tips for Surviving the Holidays

1.  Bring your own delicious vegan dish to share!

One of the best ways to ensure you have something tasty to enjoy at holiday gatherings is to bring your own vegan dish to share. This serves a dual purpose. Firstly, it guarantees you’ll have a delectable meal that aligns with your dietary choices. Secondly, it provides an opportunity for others to try and potentially fall in love with vegan cuisine.

Sharing a fantastic vegan dish can spark conversations and curiosity among your friends and family. If you’re seeking inspiration, explore our vegan holiday recipes.

For those willing and able, consider taking it a step further by hosting the holiday celebration yourself. This way, you have complete control over the menu, ensuring it’s entirely plant-based. If hosting the main family holiday isn’t feasible, consider planning your own intimate gathering with friends where you can celebrate the season your way.

2. Let your host know you’re vegan ahead of time.

Avoid awkward situations and ensure a smoother dining experience by informing your host that you are vegan ahead of time. This simple courtesy prevents the uncomfortable question of why you’re not eating certain dishes and ensures that your host can make accommodations.

Remember, it’s a win-win situation; your host will appreciate your openness, and you can enjoy the meal without any concerns about hidden animal products.

3. Don’t arrive hungry!

Arriving at a holiday gathering famished can lead to unnecessary stress and temptation. Instead, eat a light meal or snack before you go. This approach allows you to be relaxed and enjoy the festivities without focusing too much on the food you can’t eat.

Alternatively, carry a vegan energy bar or some portable snacks with you, just in case the options served don’t align with your dietary preferences. This way, you’re always prepared and can avoid resorting to the bread basket.

4. Find your favorite vegan roast!

Traditionally, holiday dinners feature meaty roasts or turkey as the centerpiece. Fortunately, there are now numerous vegan alternatives available that are just as delicious and festive. Before the main event, try out a few different vegan roasts to find your favorite. You can explore our guide to vegan holiday roasts for inspiration.

Keep an eye out for offerings from well-known plant-based turkey roast companies like Tofurky, Field Roast, and Gardein. Having your preferred roast on hand ensures you won’t miss out on a satisfying holiday meal.

5. Maintain a positive attitude at the dinner table

Your attitude and demeanor can have a significant impact on the holiday experience for both you and those around you. While it’s essential to stand by your principles and beliefs, there’s no need to be a downer at the dinner table.

Demonstrating enthusiasm for your vegan lifestyle and the delicious food you’re enjoying can be infectious. Share your excitement about your veggie roast or other plant-based delights, showcasing that being vegan is not about deprivation but abundance.

If conversations turn toward veganism, handle them with grace and patience, and be prepared to gently steer them in a positive direction.

Your attitude ultimately reflects on others. Enjoying your time with friends and family and taking part in dinner while enthusiastically talking about the veggie roast, shows how this is not a depriving lifestyle but an abundant one! Don’t miss this podcast episode about conquering holiday conversations (or gently moving them away from the dinner table). And here’s a list of things said to vegans and how you can respond without losing your cool. 

Delicious Holiday Foods & Recipes

• Holiday Sugar Cookies (Easy Vegan Recipe)
• Vegan Holiday Roasts
• Vegan Florentine Cookies
• Rosemary Beer Bread

Vegan Gifting for the Holidays

• The Ultimate Vegan Gift Guide (100+ conscious gift ideas for everyone on your list)
• Eco-Conscious Gift Guide 
• Luxury Vegan Gift Guide
• Best Vegan Subscription Boxes (these make great gifts!)
• World of Vegan Shop
• Vegan Shop on Amazon
• Guide to Vegan Advent Calendars

Helpful Holiday Resources

• How to Host A Vegan Holiday Party
• Vegan Christmas Guide
• Vegan Hanukkah Guide
• The Ultimate Vegan Thanksgiving Guide
• Vegan Easter Guide
• Rosh Hashanah Celebration Guide
• Vegan Passover Recipes
• Vegan Podcasts

Post-Holiday Reflections

As the holiday season comes to a close, take time to reflect on your experiences.

Celebrating Your Successes: Acknowledge your ability to enjoy a vegan holiday season successfully. Share your achievements with the vegan community and inspire others on their vegan journey.

Setting Goals for the Future: Reflect on your experiences and set goals for continued vegan advocacy and personal growth. Consider how you can make an even greater positive impact in the future.

Planning for Next Year: Use the knowledge gained from this holiday season to plan for an even smoother and more enjoyable vegan holiday experience next year. Consider what worked well and what could be improved.

Surviving the holidays as a vegan is not only possible but can also be a rewarding and enlightening experience. With thoughtful preparation, creative

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With notes of buttered toast, hazelnuts, vanilla beans, molasses, bourbon, and so much more, caramel pairs beautifully with pretty much any ingredient you can imagine—even savory ones!  

Not long ago, vegan caramel was very hard to find, and the most devout caramel lovers learned how to make their own at home. But times are changing. Now you can find vegan caramel candies, dairy-free caramel sauces, and beyond.

Popular chocolate candy company OCHO is just one brand bringing plant-based caramel options to life. They made a splash with their recent launch of four chocolate-covered caramels, which might just be the most ooey-gooey vegan caramel to date.

However, if you’re struggling to find options in stores or just love trying new recipes at home, we have a luscious vegan caramel sauce recipe from Zacchary Bird’s new cookbook The Vegan Baker to share with you! It only requires 3 ingredients and is mostly hands-off!

What Is Caramel?

The only consistent, mandatory ingredient in caramel is sugar. That sugar is cooked over high heat until it dissolves and browns when it reaches 340 degrees Fahrenheit. Things start to get interesting when other components come into play.

• If nothing else is added at that point, the caramel will harden into a brittle hard candy when it cools.
• If a small amount of butter and cream is added, it can be turned into soft caramel candies.
• If a larger amount of butter, and especially cream, is added, it will remain a pourable liquid and become caramel sauce.

Most caramel recipes also include a liquid sweetener to prevent crystallization while cooking, in addition to vanilla and salt to accentuate the natural flavors.

A Brief History Of Caramel

The origins of caramel are murky and hotly debated, but it’s generally believed to be an Arabic invention that came about around 1000 CE. At that time, it was known as kurat al milh, which translates to “sweet ball of salt.” Made with simply boiled water and sugar, the resulting candy was hard and brittle. Americans are credited with being the first to add milk and fat around 1850, producing the soft, rich treats most beloved today.

Given its versatility, today you’re likely to find caramel as an option on coffee shop and dessert menus across the globe.

Is Caramel Vegan?

Caramel can be vegan, but it’s usually not. Beneath those amber brown waves, a lot goes into making this sweet treat. So, how can you tell if caramel is vegan?

Traditional caramel is not vegan, since it’s made with a ton of dairy; conventional butter and heavy cream, which are animal products.

However, more fine confectioners and candy companies are making conscious, compassionate choices to source plant-based alternatives instead. Full-fat coconut milk is a natural substitute for cream and there are numerous vegan butters now available too.

A good rule of thumb that unless it clearly says “vegan” on the label, it’s safe to assume that it isn’t. One notable exception is at Starbucks, where the caramel syrup is accidentally vegan, so you can still get your fix by swapping it for the non-vegan caramel sauce.

Read on to see a wide array of vegan caramel brands!

Vegan Caramel Candies

When sugar cravings hit, don’t worry, you have plenty of ways to satisfy your sweet tooth! A wide range of plant-based caramel treats can be found online, and increasingly at both natural and high-end grocery stores. These are the decadent vegan caramel candy brands you want to add to your cart ASAP!

Cocomels (100% Vegan)

One of the first mainstream vegan caramel candies, this humble coconut milk-based confection is now available in many flavors, such as espresso, pumpkin spice, and maple, plus chocolate-covered squares, bites, and even sugar-free options.

Smart Sweets

If you’re looking for a low-sugar caramel option, Smart Sweets makes one that’s fully plant-based! We’re talking just 1 gram of sugar for the entire bag. Instead of sugar, these golden nuggets are sweetened with allulose and stevia. They’re also gluten-free!

No Whey! (100% Vegan)

Though primarily a chocolate company, they offer a few classic candy bar look-alikes that include caramel fillings enrobed in a chocolate-y coating. The “No Tricks” bar is like a Twix, with a crisp cookie, while the “PeaNOT” includes nougat and velvety, vegan caramel.

OCHO (Look for the “Plant-Based” Label)

The new line of vegan caramels from the Oakland-based company OCHO has generated lots of buzz—and for good reason. They are a must try for caramel lovers. The OCHO plant-based caramel line includes four flavors: Classic, Cinnamon, Chocolate, and Coffee, which all come wrapped in a chocolate shell.

Each caramel square is individually wrapped so they’re perfect for sharing, adding to Easter baskets, and giving away for Halloween. Just be sure to look for the plant-based label, as they do also carry dairy-based products!

AvenueSweets

Made the old-fashioned way in giant copper kettles, these caramels are the real deal. Their plant-based options are the best sellers by far, for good reason! There are 16 different flavors to choose from so you can always snack happy.

Vegan Caramel Sauce Brands

Good caramel sauce is like the little black dress of the dessert world; it works for every occasion and never goes out of style. Here are the best brands to stock your pantry with to be always party-ready.

Hey Boo – Billed as an artisan product, this is the good stuff you’ll want to hide from the kids. It fully embraces its coconut base with a fragrant tropical aroma.

Date Lady – Coconut Date Sauce may not sound like much, but it’s truly greater than the sum of its parts. Each thick, gooey spoonful will have you coming back for more.

Bloom Caramel – Made in Oregon but turning heads across the US, these golden elixirs are award winning for a reason. Take your pick from vanilla, cardamom, or salted coconut caramel sauce… Or don’! Try one of each for the full experience.

Walden Farms – Your milage may vary in terms of taste here, but if you’re trying to cut sugar, fat, or carbs, this might be the answer to your prayers. The Caramel Dessert dip is primarily made from corn fiber and erythritol.

Nature’s Charm – Whether you go with plain Coconut Caramel Sauce or Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce, your dessert will thank you. A touch of coconut sugar is added in at the end for an extra malty richness.

Homemade Vegan Caramel Sauce

Vegan caramel sauce can be made exactly like the traditional version by simply swapping out the dairy with coconut products. It’s an easy process but may take some practice to perfect.

How To Make Vegan Caramel Sauce

1. Heat sugar with a small amount of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Swirl the pan to combine and avoid stirring with a spatula, as this can make the sugar crystalize, creating a grainy texture.
2. Eventually, the sugar will dissolve. The sugar syrup will be clear at first. Continue to cook, swirling the pan periodically, until it slowly develops a golden-brown color. When it’s dark, add either coconut oil or vegan butter along with full-fat coconut milk. Be careful as it may splatter.
3. Remove from the heat and add in salt and vanilla, if desired. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Bubbling hot sugar syrup can be daunting for the uninitiated but fear not! There are other ways to make delicious, luxurious caramel sauce from dates, maple syrup, and brown sugar. You can find countless recipes online! Check out the full recipe in the recipe card below!

Recipes Featuring Vegan Caramel

Caramel Apples

Few foods are quite as nostalgic as caramel apples. The very sight of them can transport most people right back to memories of a childhood carnival or fair. This healthier spin on caramel apples is just as sweet, but without the sticky cavity-causing effect of traditional caramel apples. This caramel is made with Medjool dates and coconut milk!

Homemade Vegan Snickers Candy Bars

A caramel guide wouldn’t be complete without a nod to America’s favorite caramel-y candy, Snickers! While old-school Snickers certainly aren’t vegan or dairy-free, you can make your own that taste even better with this recipe!

Scotcharoos

Scotcharoos are a wildly popular midwestern treat that we’ve veganized. They are similar to Rice Krispies Treats, except that they are made with a caramel-like sauce instead of marshmallows, and they’re covered in butterscotch chocolate. They are easy to make and absolutely divine.

No-Bake Caramel Squares

These divine chewy caramel-y squares are like the healthier sibling of Scotcharoos (above). They take a little more effort to make, but they taste incredible and are also packed with nutrition.

Vegan Crème Brûlée

Create a fine-dining French dessert in your own kitchen with this Crème Brûlée recipe. The brown sugar on top caramelizes to create a crispy sweet shell that you’ll knock through with your spoon to get to the silky smooth interior. Bon appetit!

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Vegan Caramel Sauce (3 Ingredients)

Heating sugar in cream to high temperatures creates rich, complex flavors. This is a wet caramel, where sugar is mixed with a liquid before cooking. It's a hands-off process, but it requires close monitoring. Be cautious, as it can quickly turn from blonde to burnt; consider removing it from the heat slightly lighter in color, as the sugars continue to cook off the stove. An ice bath can also be used to stop the cooking process when it reaches the perfect amber color.

Course Condiment, Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free caramel, vegan caramel, vegan caramel sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 187kcal

Author Zacchary Bird | The Vegan Baker

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cup vegan cream (300 ml)
• 1 cup brown sugar (200 g)
• 4 tablespoons vegan butter (60 g)
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional

Instructions

• In a saucepan, whisk together the cream, sugar, butter, and vanilla, if using, over medium heat. Lightly slosh the liquid around the pan as it dissolves, then avoid stirring the solution once it comes to the boil.
• Maintain a simmer to keep it gently bubbling for 10-15 minutes, until the caramel turns from a light blonde to brown – don’t make it too dark! – and begins to thicken.

Notes

Keep the caramel in a jar in the fridge for up to a month. Gently reheat and give it a good stir before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

This article was written with support from OCHO, a phenomenally vegan-friendly candy company that makes some of the best vegan caramel candies on the planet. We only feature brands we sincerely adore, and we very much hope you have a chance to try them.

Vegan Caramel Sauce recipe shared with permission from The Vegan Baker by Zacchary Bird, published by Smith Street Books, October 3 2023. 

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With a few skillful cuts and a lot of creamy vegan butter, you’ll be enjoying your corn ribs in no time. All you need is your air fryer, a fresh cob, and a sharp knife. No need to be forlorn, we know you’ll totally love this way of making corn!

Why You Need to Make These Vegan Corn Ribs

Do you really need a good reason to carve up some corn on the cob? If you need more motivation, consider the fact that they’ve got a fabulous flavor and keep reading!

• Quick and easy to make (once you get the corn spears cut)
• No need to turn on the oven (so helpful on super hot days)
• Colorful, creamy, and sweet
• Learn a new technique to impress your family
• Gluten-free, soy-free (if using soy-free vegan butter), nut-free, and dairy-free

Star Ingredients

Although there are so few ingredients in this recipe, they all add up to a healthy and happy digestion. What more could you ask for?

Corn – Rich in vitamin C and fiber, good source of lutein and zeaxanthin, plus small amounts of vitamins B, E, K, and minerals such as magnesium and potassium. Explore more vegan corn recipes for corny inspiration!

Chipotle – adds a moderate amount of spiciness and some fruity notes to the food.

Garlic – Brings a pungent element into the recipe, along with vitamin C, B6, manganese, and fiber. Garlic also has antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties.

Vegan Butter – You can use any plant-based butter in this recipe. We used Flora Plant Butter, which we love because it’s sustainably packaged in paper instead of plastic!

Salt – These corn ribs are very flavorful, due in part to the salt. If you’d like more mild corn ribs, use less salt. And if you double or triple the recipe, the flavor may become overpowering, so scale back on the salt and garlic powder. You can always add more once they’re done cooking!

Corn Rib Cutting Technique

Our advice: slow and steady wins the race. Or, in this case, the corn! When making your cuts, just take your time and don’t strive for perfection. Even if the ribs are a little bit off, they’ll still be scrumptious.

• First, cut the cob in half lengthwise to make two shorter cob sections. Not too bad, right?
• Second, you’re going to stand the cob on its end so that it like a tall-ish cylinder. Keep in mind that the next steps are very similar to cutting a circular pizza.
• Third, (now this is important) use slow, sawing motions with a sharp knife (you can try both a chef’s knife or bread knife to see which one works better for you) to cut through the center of the cob from top to bottom to make two semi-circular pieces. Do this for both cob sections. You should have 4 pieces total.
• Finally, do the same thing for each of the semi-circular pieces so that they form spears (like pickles, only with corn). You should have 4 spears (or ribs) from each short cob section, making 8 total.

How to Make Corn Ribs

Please don’t feel intimidated by this simple rib recipe. Once you cut your first slice of corn, you’ll know what you’re doing and the rest will be a breeze.

1. Pull the husks and silks off of the corn cob.
2. Cut the corn into 8 rib spears.
3. In a bowl, mix the butter and spices together.
4. Coat each of the ribs on both sides with the butter mixture.
5. Air fry the corn at 375 degrees for 8 minutes, flip, and then cook for another 4 minutes.

Equipment You’ll Need

There’s not a lot of equipment needed to make these super yummy ribs, but it may take extra time and patience to cut into the cobs. You can do it––just focus on going slow and steady.

• Very Sharp Large Chef’s Knife
• Measuring Spoons
• Basting Brush
• Air Fryer (or baking sheet and oven)
• Strong muscles

How to Serve Up Your Spicy Corn Ribs

A simple and spicy side can only enhance a midweek meal. If you’re not sure how to serve up these mouthwatering ribs, here are a few suggestions:

• Call Up The Chili Train – Corn and chili really go well together and the combined festive flavors would be divine. Make our two-bean chili recipe with these crispy corn ribs on the side for maximum mealtime happiness.
• Burgers, Buns, and Barbecue – I don’t know about you, but a barbecue isn’t complete without some sort of delightful corn dish. Pair our black bean burger with these rich and savory riblets for the most amazing indoor barbecue adventure.
• Team Up With Tacos – Crunch and munch go hand in hand when it comes to corn and tacos. Choose from chipotle mushroom tacos, or our amazing meat lover’s beefy tacos! Both would really be delicious by either double-blending the chipotle or adding extra spice to the Taco Tuesday turnout.

Vegan Corn Ribs FAQs

Here are some more frequently asked questions when it comes to cooking and storing the chipotle corn ribs. If you came up with any tips or tricks for this recipe, please add them to the comments below. It would be a great resource for other World of Vegan readers!

Can you freeze the corn ribs?

You can freeze any leftover corn ribs in a sealed plastic container or freezer-safe bag for up to a year. Though once they’re seasoned, cooked and frozen, they will slowly degrade in both flavor and texture.

How long do corn ribs keep?

In the fridge, any remaining corn will be good for about 3-4 days.

Can you make this recipe soy-free?

That’s an easy one––yes! Just choose a plant-based butter that does not contain soy. Some brands will use coconut oil, olive oil, or avocado oil instead.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

Though your ribs will be crispier and a little bit crunchier in the air fryer, you can certainly use your oven to make these. If you have a convection option, even better. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and place your ribs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cook for about 10 minutes on one side, flip, and then 8-10 minutes on the other side.

How do I reheat corn ribs?

Either use a skillet on medium heat, the microwave, or add back to the air fryer for a few minutes. All methods will warm up your ribs, though the air fryer will get them back almost to their original texture.

More Vegan Air-Fryer Recipes to Try

Unlock the convenience of vegan air fryer recipes and savor guilt-free indulgence. From crispy tofu bites to wholesome fries, these recipes showcase the effortless, healthy, and delicious side of air frying for your plant-based journey.

• Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash
• Nooch-Encrusted Tofu Cubes
• Sweet Potato Fries
• Vegan Jalapeno Poppers
• Crispy Potato Wedges
• Vegan Burger Tater Tots

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Chipotle Corn Ribs (in the Air Fryer)

These spicy vegan chipotle corn ribs are so flavorful and easy to make—no grill necessary! It’s a delicious way to enjoy corn any time of year. It’s a perfect party food—just cut the corn into corn ribs in advance and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to air fry them. Cutting the raw corn cob is the hardest part, so be sure to bring some muscle power and a steady hand! Thank you for this brilliant food trend, TikTok!

Course Sides

Cuisine American

Keyword air-fried corn ribs, bbq side dish, corn ribs recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Total Time 27 minutes minutes

Servings 8 corn ribs

Calories 23kcal

Author Michelle Cehn | World of Vegan

Ingredients

• 1 corn on the cob uncooked
• 1 tablespoon vegan butter melted
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
• ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

• Note: the hardest part about this recipe is cutting the corn cob. Please be safe about this! It requires a very sharp large knife and a lot of muscle strength. 
• Shuck the corn by removing the husk and all the stringy fibers (which can be discarded or added to your compost).
• Cut the corn cob in half and then into quarters creating 8 spears that will be your “corn ribs.” Here’s how: Using a sharp knife, lots of muscle, and steady hands, slice the corn in half crosswise creating two much shorter cob (this is the easiest cut). Then, take one half, steady it on the cutting board, and cut it in half lengthwise. This is tough to do, and will require a see-saw motion with your knife as you slowly work your way through the core of the rind. Once cut, place each piece with thee flat side down, and cut in half lengthwise again, so you have four spears (“corn ribs”). Take your remaining half-cob and do the same, so you have a total of 8 corn rib spears.
• In a small bowl, mix together the melted vegan butter, garlic powder, chipotle powder, and salt until well combined.
• Using a basting brush, brush the buttery mixture evenly over all the corn ribs until they are fully coated.
• Place the seasoned corn ribs into an air fryer, forming a single layer. Air fry at 375ºF for 8 minutes, flip, and cook for another 4 minutes.

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Nutrition

Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg

If you try this chipotle corn ribs recipe, let us know what you think by leaving a comment and rating below! Be sure to follow along on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook for even more vegan recipe inspiration. Vegan food photography by J.J. Steele.

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From earthy greens and golden yellows to bright pinks, deep reds, and soft purples, we guarantee that you’ll be blown away by these creative culinary possibilities. It’s amazing how fun it can be if you allow nature to take center stage in the kitchen.

Are you ready to discover all the earth has to offer when it comes to rainbow colors? Keep reading!

Is Food Coloring Vegan?

Like many everyday kitchen staples, there are some that simply fly by our radar and are not vegan-friendly. Vegan food dye can be created from either natural or synthetic, animal-free ingredients. While synthetics are seemingly less expensive, it’s been found that large quantities can be harmful to our bodies. If you’re able to find dyes based on more natural, plant-based ingredients, all the better!

Common Non-Vegan Ingredients:

• Inks (Octopus, Scuttlefish, and Squid are used for their black excretions.)
• Insects (Cochineal beetle and lac are crushed to obtain red coloring.)
• Snails (Murex sea snails are often used for their purple color.)

Living creatures are not only killed needlessly for the incidental dye that they produce but the finished products are usually tested on other animals, causing even more harm. Luckily, you don’t have to rely on animal-based dyes anymore. There are much better, more humane plant-based options!

Best 100% Vegan Food Coloring Brands

We’re lucky that the current market for vegan food coloring has a variety of exceptional brands that cater to both your creative and culinary needs. These brands offer a wide range of ravishing colors to brighten up your recipes. From vegan gel food coloring to vegan food dye, we’ve got you covered!

RawNice

This phenomenal fully vegan brand offer a rainbow of colorful superfood powders that can be used as natural food coloring agents in baking and cooking.

Color Garden

Color Garden food coloring is a natural and plant-based option, celebrated for its commitment to using real fruits, vegetables, and plant extracts to achieve delightful and vibrant shades. With a focus on wholesome ingredients, Color Garden provides a guilt-free and creative way to add enchanting colors to your culinary endeavors.

Watkins

Watkins is a time-tested favorite, celebrated for its long-standing tradition of producing high-quality, plant-based colorings using pure and simple ingredients. With a reputation for delivering consistent and vibrant colors, Watkins offers a touch of culinary nostalgia while bringing out the best in modern creations with reliable and versatile color options.

Americolor

This brand is a popular choice among bakers and decorators, known for its concentrated gel formula that delivers vibrant hues without altering the consistency of your creations. With a wide range of shades available, Americolor offers precise control over color intensity, making it a versatile tool for adding eye-catching colors to cakes, cookies, and other treats. Though this is a chemical-based food coloring, it’s free of animal-derived ingredients and is cruelty-free.

Chefmaster

This brand is a trusted companion for culinary artists and bakers alike, valued for their high-quality, plant-based Natural Liqua-Gel that infuses baked goods and confections with vivid, consistent colors. Chefmaster is known for its fade-resistant and easy-to-blend formula, allowing home bakers to craft visually stunning creations that everyone will love.

Nature’s Flavors

This standout choice is perfect for anyone seeking organic and natural options, as it features a wide selection of USDA-certified organic and vegan-friendly colorings derived from real sources like fruits, vegetables, and spices. With a dedication to purity and sustainability, Nature’s Flavors inspires chefs and home cooks to elevate their dishes with colors that reflect a commitment to both taste and ethics.

TruColor

TruColor sets itself apart with its unique water-based powder formula, designed to effortlessly blend into many different recipes while maintaining their texture and flavor. Well-known for their consistency and versatility, TruColor also offers a large spectrum of vibrant and fade-resistant shades, which we love.

Value Talks

This economical brand offers reliable color to any of your cooking and baking recipes. ValueTalks focuses on affordability and variety, making it a budget-friendly choice for both novice and experienced cooks. Though primarily chemical-based, they are free of animal-derived ingredients and animal testing.

Brands with Vegan-Friendly Food Coloring Options

If you’re out and about grocery shopping or scrambling for a last minute food coloring option on Amazon, these are the brands to search for. Though they are not entirely vegan, they may be more accessible. These are your best bets:

• Betty Crocker (Decorating Gel Food Color)
• Colour Mill (All colors except the following are vegan: Baby Pink, Raspberry, Rose, Lilac, Lavender, Burgundy, Blue Bell, and Midnight)
• Sugarflair Colours (Pastel Paste line is vegan)
• Sweetapolita (set of vegan gel food coloring in seven bright and bold colors)

Natural Food Coloring Ingredients

Food coloring can vary in its vegan-friendliness, with some synthetic options containing animal-derived ingredients. Plant-based sources like fruits, vegetables, and spices are popular alternatives, ensuring vibrant and ethical hues for your dishes.

Here are some easy-to-find colors in your kitchen pantry:

• Beets – vibrant pink or maroon
• Blueberries – lilac shade
• Matcha Tea – soft green
• Spinach – olive color
• Turmeric – sunny golden yellow

Beets, Beet Juice, Beet Puree, or Beet Powder

Beets, nature’s vibrant pink gem, yield a rich and captivating pink or maroon hue that adds an exciting pop of color to your dishes. Whether you’re aiming for a bold dessert or a colorful salad, beet juice or purée can be your go-to vegan food coloring option. Incorporate it into frosting for cakes, salad dressings, smoothies, or even pasta dough for an enticing and natural touch of vibrancy.

Example: the pink frosting on this vegan birthday cake made by blending beet powder into vanilla (white) frosting.

Matcha Tea

Elevate your culinary endeavors with matcha tea, offering a soft and serene green tone that can transform your recipes into edible works of art. Beyond its distinct flavor, matcha contributes a soothing green color to cakes, cookies, smoothies, and even savory dishes like noodles or sauces, ensuring a visually appealing and appetizing experience.

Our Matcha Buttercream Cupcakes are a perfect example!

Spinach (or Spinach Powder)

Unveil the earthy beauty of spinach by utilizing its natural olive hue to invigorate your dishes. Blended spinach provides a subtle, muted green that pairs exceptionally well with savory creations such as pasta, dips, bread, and even dumplings. This vegan food coloring option not only enhances the color palette but also enriches your meals with an extra dose of nutrients.

Example: our secretly healthy Green Blender Muffins made with spinach!

Blue Spirulina Powder

Harness the captivating power of blue spirulina to infuse your creations with a mesmerizing azure hue. Sourced from nutrient-rich blue-green algae, blue spirulina offers a natural and vibrant color that elevates everything from smoothie bowls to baked goods. Its stunning blue shade adds a touch of aquatic enchantment to your dishes, making it a sought-after choice for those looking to create visually striking and healthful culinary masterpieces.

Whether you’re blending it into frostings, beverages, or homemade energy bars, blue spirulina promises not only a stunning color but also a nutritional boost that aligns perfectly with your wellness journey.

Turmeric

Infuse a radiant burst of sunshine into your recipes with the golden magic of turmeric. Renowned for its vibrant color and health benefits, turmeric can be used to create an inviting golden yellow shade in a variety of dishes.

Whether it’s curries, rice, sauces, tofu scramble, or even plant-based cheeses, turmeric adds a warm and cheerful touch while delighting your taste buds.

Butterfly Pea Flower Powder

Derived from butterfly pea flowers, this powder produces a mesmerizing blue color that can shift to purple with changes in pH. It’s commonly used in beverages, desserts, and cocktails.

Cocoa Powder

Unsweetened cocoa powder can be used to create deep brown shades in baked goods, desserts, and other dishes.

Blueberries

Transforming your culinary creations into shades of lilac is made simple with the delightful blueberry. These small but potent berries lend a gentle and inviting color to a variety of treats. From muffins and pancakes to yogurt and ice cream, blueberry juice or purée introduces a delicate lilac tint while infusing a burst of natural flavor.

Superfood Powders That Are Natural Food Coloring Superheros

Using superfood powders and herbs is definitely the key to the best natural food coloring. Brands that we love to use to enhance color include:

• Ellie’s Best (Blue spirulina, pink pitaya, barley grass, turmeric, butterfly pea, and beetroot)
• LaTerra (Butterfly pea flowers)
• RawNice (Spirulina, pitaya, butterfly pea, activated charcoal, beet, matcha, purple sweet potato, curcumin, black carrot, black goji, black cacao, and acai berry)
• Suncore (Spirulina, butterfly pea, taro yam, purple sweet potato, ebony carrot, prickly pear, pitaya, raddish, beet, pandan leaf, matcha, passionfruit, golden berry, sweet potato, elderberry, red cabbage, acai berry, bluebery, maqui berry, and purple corn)
• Unicorn Superfoods (Blue spirulina, pink pitaya, acai berry, beetroot, black goji berry, and matcha)

Remember, experimentation is key when using natural food colorings. Adjust the quantities to achieve your desired shades, and have fun exploring the endless possibilities of creating visually appealing and appetizing vegan dishes without relying on artificial dyes.

5 Fun Ways to Use Vegan Food Coloring

Besides creating fantastic food coloring formulations for baking or making super colorful smoothies, there are several other ways to use vegan food coloring. All of these can be entertaining for both adults and children alike. If you’re crafty, you may even come up with more interesting ideas!

• Vegan Easter Egg Dyeing: Since you wouldn’t use animal eggs for this project, consider substitutes such as chalk or porcelain eggs instead.
• Vibrant Vegan Frosting: Whether store-bought or homemade, you can always add a few drops of your favorite color to match the occasion. Mix up a number of small batches of colored frosting to create a layered rainbow effect!
• Plant Experiments: Fill a few tall glasses with water. Add a different color to each. Add a flower (or plant) to each glass. Check if there’s any change in the flower’s color after 3-5 days. Keep notes as you go along. Lots of fun for kids, especially during the spring and summer months.
• Homemade Water Colors: Add several drops of food coloring to a few ice cube trays, particularly red, yellow, and blue. Once frozen, add each ice cube to a small glass or plastic cup. Either wait until the ice cube melts or add a little bit of warm water to help liquify the ice cube. Use as you would any watercolor paint. The color may be lighter, but it will still work well.
• DIY Beauty Recipes: Consider adding vegan food coloring to scrubs, lip balms, and even lotions! The dazzling color can truly enhance an otherwise neutral-colored recipe.

Plant-Based Food Coloring FAQs

More Brilliant Baking Links to Love

• Add another level of awesomeness to your next delicious cake (or cupcakes!) with a decorative dose of sassy Vegan Sprinkles.
• Looking to add some chocolatey goodness to your next batch of cookies or brownies? Then, you’ll love these guides on Vegan Chocolate Chips and White Chocolate Chips.
• Ever wonder if Cream of Tartar, Marshmallows, or Cocoa Powder are vegan? Click to find out!
• Have you been itching to make some vegan-friendly meringues, but have no idea where to start? How about checking out this guide to Aquafaba and make the most mouthwatering plant-based almond meringues you’ve ever had?

As you dive into the world of vegan food coloring, don’t just add color—add a splash of your own personality to every dish! So go ahead, let your inner artist roam free in the kitchen, and paint your plates with the joyful shades of nature, creating not just meals but edible expressions of your values and tastes.

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All you need are your favorite vegan haunted hot dogs and vegan magical meatballs and a creepy package of the Original Pillsbury Crescent Rolls. Yup, the Original Crescent Rolls are accidentally vegan! Watch the video below to see how they’re made.

Why These Mummy Dogs Are Awesome

• So Quick and Easy – There’s no reason to be spooked about baking Halloween snacks. With a Hocus Pocus pop, some non-scary slices, and a few witchy wind ups, you’ll have mouthwatering mummies ready to devour.
• Super Fun to Create – The best thing about this spooky season is using your hands to make things—carve howling jack-o-lanterns, pick crispy apples, create creepy costumes, and prepare perfect petrifying treats like these!
• Devilishly Delicious – Love at first bite! Once you taste a couple of these enchanted eats, you’ll be begging for more. Be aware that you may have to share. Scary!

How to Serve Up These Spine-Tingling Snacks

While you can certainly plop these right onto a plate, we love going the extra mile to create something magical. With just a few simple ingredients or household items, you can make these snacks into the most enchanted edibles ever!

Coffin It Up –  Make a creepy chocolate coffin using a silicone mold and cut your hot dogs to size before wrapping in the crescent roll dough. When the devilish dogs are done (and cooled), you can add the mummy to the coffin right before serving. Dinner and dessert in one!

Graveyard Grab n’ Go – Find an old wooden tray or cutting board (preferably one with sides) and cover with a layer of dark cookie crumbs (Oreos are accidentally vegan!). Create tombstone-shaped cookies using our delicious cookie recipe and add a thin layer of gray frosting (mixing black and white together) on all sides. Lay your mummy balls and dogs in front of the terrifying tombstones and cover with more cookie crumble. Then, it’s time to dig for a delicious (and possibly demonic) dinner.

Petrified Pumpkins on Parade – Find a few mini pumpkins and carve into cringe-worthy characters. Once cleaned out and spectacularly sinister, stand up the magnificent mummy meatballs and dogs inside. Serve along with a small cauldron of ketchup.

Key Ingredients

Vegan Hotdogs or Vegan Meatballs—any brand will work! This veggie meatball recipe can create an even more homemade flair and can be batch cooked ahead of time.

Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls—this crescent roll dough is naturally vegan and easy to find!

Mustard or Ketchup—whichever you prefer. These are used for the eyes and pair perfectly with these mummy dogs for dipping too!

How to Make Your Vegan Mummy Meatballs and Dogs

We’ve been making these mummy dogs and meatballs for nearly a decade now for Halloween parties because they’re such a simple and fun treat. They’re always a huge hit and one of the first things to be gobbled up. You can find crescent rolls at many mainstream grocery stores and you can use any vegan meatballs and veggie dogs you’d like!

1. Use the tip of your finger to press and pop open the crescent roll container. Lay out the dough onto a cutting board.

2. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into long, thin strips about ½-inch wide.

3. Wrap the strips in a mummy-like fashion (being as wiggly as you wish) around each of the vegan meatballs and hot dogs. Don’t forget to leave a little space on each to add the glowing red, ketchup eyes!

4. Place each onto a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the mummies are all a ghostly golden brown.

5. When cooled a little, attach the decorating tip to the icing bag, pour in some ketchup, and make some eerie dots for eyes on each vegan meatball and hot dog.

Place on a spooky serving plate and use toothpicks to serve.

Equipment You’ll Need

These mummy munchies are not only super easy to make, but require very little equipment. All you need is:

• Cutting Board
• Sharp Knife
• Baking Sheet
• Icing Bag and Small Round Cake Decorating Tip
• Toothpicks (black, orange, or purple if you can find them)
• Decorative Halloween Plate for serving (optional)

Frequently Asked Questions

Fun Fact About Mummies

1. The Egyptian process took about 70 days to complete, including all surgical activity and rituals.
2. Although the mummifying process usually removed most organs, the heart was always left inside. The heart was believed to be the “center of a person’s being and intelligence”.
3. When unwrapped, mummies usually weighed about only 5 pounds total.
4. One of the most famous mummies was the Pharoah Tutankhamun in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. He was discovered by British archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922. The tomb was full of precious jewelry, golden shrines, and a solid gold funeral mask.
5. The best mummy movie, according to IMDb, is the 1932 classic The Mummy.

We hope you enjoy this vegan Halloween recipe by Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto! You can watch more of our videos here—and don’t miss our vegan Halloween candy guide!

More Hauntingly Delicious Halloween Recipes to Try

• These Mice Krispies Treats pair perfectly with cat costumes for Halloween, and are a fun addition to any spooky party table.
• Our homemade spin on Vegan Caramel Apples are fun for families, kids, and parties!
• When you hollow our your pumpkins, save the seeds and make our Roasted Spiced Pumpkin Seeds! They’re delicious to snack on as you decorate your own haunted house.
• Plan a movie night, grab some vegan candy, and make this Hocus Pocus Popcorn! It’s a crowd favorite and fun October tradition.

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Vegan Mummy Meatballs & Dogs

These vegan mummy meatballs and vegan mummy dogs are a perfect budget-friendly Halloween appetizer that comes together in a snap.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword mummy dogs recipe, vegan halloween treats, vegan mummy balls, vegan mummy dogs

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 13 minutes minutes

Total Time 23 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 248kcal

Author Michelle Cehn & Toni Okamoto

Ingredients

• 1 package Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls Original
• 1 bag vegan meatballs and/or 1 bag of your favorite vegan hot dogs
• Ketchup and Mustard for the eyes and for dipping
• Toothpicks for serving
• Icing bag and small round cake decorating tip for the eyes

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
• Pop open the container of crescent rolls and unroll the dough on a cutting board.
• Using a sharp knife, slice the dough into long, thin strips, about ½ inch in diameter.
• One by one, wrap your veggie hot dogs and meatballs in the dough using a haphazard zigzag pattern reminiscent of mummies. Be sure to leave a space where the eyes will go!
• Bake for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown.
• Dot the eyes with ketchup or mustard using a toothpick or a small round cake decorating tip with an icing bag. Serve with toothpicks and enjoy!

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Notes

This recipe makes 4-6 servings of either mummy dogs or mummy meatballs. Double it up to make both! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to avoid soggy mummies. 

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 774mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 0.1mg | Iron: 1mg

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Close your eyes and picture sweet, glistening apple slices spiced with cinnamon, lemon, and a dash of nutmeg, all topped with a golden, flaky, and buttery crust. Imagine sitting down to a plate full of pie and leaning down to feel the comforting warmth and smell the enticing flavors. Are you drooling over this delicious dessert memory?

If you’re ready to take the path that leads to pie perfection, arm yourself with a basketful of apples and let’s get baking! 

Why This Vegan Apple Pie Recipe Is So Awesome

Since you’re reading this recipe, we’re assuming that you already love apple pie. Why should you give our simple but scrumptious recipe a try? Here’s why! 

• Super versatile (use your own apple varieties!)
• Very tasty with a homemade texture you’ll adore
• Satisfying to make in your very own kitchen
• Fresh and inexpensive to make
• Soy-free, dairy-free, and nut-free

What Is The Best Apple to Use for Apple Pie?

The best rule of thumb is to use a variety of apples. Apple pie tastes best when many different tastes and textures are incorporated underneath the dough. Although you can use any apple you wish (and we encourage this!), here are few common favorites. 

• Braeburn – One of the best choices for apple pie due to its innate cinnamon and nutmeg flavors. Also has a lovely balance of tart and sweet goodness.
• Granny Smith – A green-skinned favorite that gives a wonderful tart contrast to the sweeter apples and is available all year round.
• Honey Crisp – The perfect combination of sweet (which intensifies when baked) with just a hint of tart, while holding its shape well when cooked. 
• Macintosh – Slightly sour with a nice soft, white texture. A classic.
• Pink Lady – Super crisp and rosy-skinned with a delicate balance of sweet and tart. 
• Jonagold – A mixture of Jonathan and Golden Delicious, this apple is a fantastic choice because of it’s sweet, bold flavor and firm, acidic profile. 
• Cortland – This apple doesn’t turn brown as quickly as the others and has a super juicy and crisp texture.

Key Vegan Apple Pie Ingredients

Apples: The star of our pie, apples bring a naturally sweet and tangy flavor. By using a mix of apple varieties, especially tart ones, you achieve a more complex taste and texture. Apples are also a great source of dietary fiber and vitamin C!

Lemon Juice and Zest: Lemons add brightness and zing to the filling, enhancing the apples’ natural flavors. The zest is optional, but adds an extra layer of citrus aroma, while the juice prevents the apples from browning and balances out the pie’s sweetness.

Granulated Cane Sugar & Brown Sugar: These sweeteners complement the tartness of the apples. Brown sugar also introduces rich molasses undertones that give depth to the pie’s flavor profile.

Cinnamon & Nutmeg: Quintessential spices for apple pie, they introduce warmth, depth, and a hint of spice. Cinnamon is aromatic and slightly sweet, while nutmeg adds a subtle, nutty warmth.

Vegan Butter: This dairy-free alternative provides a rich, buttery flavor and helps in creating a luscious filling. It also aids in caramelizing the sugars. 6. Cornstarch: Acting as a thickening agent, cornstarch ensures that the filling isn’t too runny, giving it a nice, gooey consistency that holds together when sliced.

Vegan Pie Crust Dough: A good crust is essential for any pie, and it’s easy to make yourself! Make sure the bottom crust layer is rolled out very thinly, since a thick bottom crust may not bake through. Using vegan dough ensures a flaky and tender base and top without any dairy or animal products.

Cooking Oil Spray/Vegetable Oil: This aids in preventing the pie from sticking when baked, ensuring that your pie comes out of the dish smoothly when serving.

Plant-Based Milk: Used as a wash for the top crust, plant-based milk gives the pie a glossy finish and helps in achieving a beautiful golden-brown color. It also helps the cinnamon and sugar mixture stick to the top of the crust. If you don’t have plant-based milk, water can be used instead!

Cane Sugar & Cinnamon (Topping): A sprinkle on top before baking gives the pie a delightful crunch and an extra layer of sweetness and spice. By understanding each ingredient’s unique role, you can ensure your vegan apple pie is as flavorful and delicious as its traditional counterpart. Enjoy!

What can I do with the extra dough that I have left over?

Great question! Don’t throw away your extra dough. You can use it to make tiny little pies (just roll out a piece of dough, stick in a slice of apple inside, sprinkle on a little sugar, roll it up, and bake until golden brown) or use cookie cutters (a sharp knife works, too!) to create designs that you can add to the top of your pie. Ideas for shapes include: apples, leaves, half moons, hearts, etc. To attach, brush a little bit of water on the back of the dough shape and press it gently into the crust.

How to Store Your Leftover Apple Pie

The amazing thing about apple pie is that you can refrigerate or freeze it easily. Place your pie in a covered container or dish and refrigerate for up to a week. To freeze, wrap your pie slices up completely with either aluminum foil or plastic wrap (individually works best) and place the slices into a freezer-safe container or bag. The apple pie slices should last up to 3 months if sealed well.

To reheat from frozen, simply let the apple pie thaw overnight in the fridge and heat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or zap in the microwave for a minute or two (depending on the your oven or power of your microwave). If you don’t have time or forget to take your pie out ahead of time, just let it sit out at room temperature for a few hours before heating. 

How Can I Prevent A Soggy Bottom?

To prevent a soggy unbaked bottom crust:

Partially Pre-Bake the Bottom Crust: Pre-bake the crust for a few minutes before adding the filling. This process, known as blind baking, ensures the crust starts to cook before it’s exposed to any wet ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F, prick the bottom crust with a fork and line with aluminum foil or parchment paper, fill it with pie weights, rice, or dry beans, and bake for around 14-15 minutes for a partially baked crust.

Thickener: Use thickeners like cornstarch, flour, or tapioca in the filling. This absorbs some of the excess moisture and prevents it from seeping into the crust. This is one of the reasons why this we use cornstarch in the apple pie filling for this recipe.

Reduce Juices: If you’re using fruits, consider boiling down their juices before adding them to the filling. This concentrates the flavor and reduces the overall moisture content.

High Oven Temperature: Begin baking at a higher temperature. This will set the crust quickly and prevent the juices from the filling from making it soggy. After the initial high heat, reduce to the desired temperature to finish baking.

Lower Oven Rack: Place your pie on the lowest oven rack. The direct heat at the bottom will help cook the base faster.

Prevent Overfilling: Avoid adding too much filling, especially if it’s a wet mixture. More moisture means a higher chance of a soggy bottom.

Use a Glass or Metal Pie Dish: These materials conduct heat better than ceramic, ensuring the bottom gets adequately baked. Using a transparent glass pie dish is especially helpful because you can see if the bottom of the pie is well baked.

Cooling: Allow your pie to cool on a wire rack. This lets the steam escape and prevents the crust from getting soggy from the residual heat. Venting: Ensure your pie has adequate vents on the top crust or lattice. This allows steam to escape and prevents it from settling on the bottom crust. Remember, the type of filling, the crust recipe, and even the oven’s idiosyncrasies can all play a part, so you might need to tweak these suggestions based on your specific situation.

Tips for Serving Up Your Dairy-Free Apple Pie

I think we can all agree that the best vegan apple pie tastes incredible without any frills or fancy ingredients. In our opinion, the simpler it is, the better it tastes. With that in mind, we have a few fun suggestions for serving up your satisfying slice of fruit pie. Let us know your favorite!

• I’ll Have Mine With Cheese, Please! – Have you ever heard of pairing chunks of cold cheddar cheese with warm apple pie? If you’ve never tried it, this is the time! It may sound weird and wacky but, believe us, it’s out of this world! Some of our favorite vegan cheddar cheeses include Violife Epic Mature Cheddar, and Field Roast Chao Block.
• Fruit-Filled Fantasy – If you like to add a little pizzazz to your apple pie, consider adding chopped fresh or dried fruit or nuts such as apricots, raisins, dates, figs, berries, peaches, walnuts, pecans, or almonds. ¼ cup of nuts and/or ½ cup of fruit is a good amount to begin with. Adds a terrific texture and fun fruit flavor.
• Ultra Creamy & Oh-So-Dreamy – What could be better than a dollop of decadent vegan ice cream or wondrous whipped cream with your heavenly piece of pie? There’s something magical about a solitary scoop of chilled ice cream melting on top of a lovely and warm, just-out-of-the-oven slice of pie. Mmmm…so good.

If you try this apple pie vegan recipe, let us know what you think by leaving a comment and rating below! Be sure to follow along on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook for even more vegan recipe inspiration.

Help! I don’t want to make crust from scratch! What do I do?

No worries! You can easily make this apple pie recipe using only a frozen, pre-packaged bottom crust. Add the apple pie mixture as stated above. For a topping, feel free to add granola before cooking for an apple pie crumble. Or simply top with aquafaba whip or coconut whipped cream or vegan ice cream (or anything else you like) once the pie is cooked and cooled. It will be delicious any way you serve it!

How to Avoid Pie Crust Edges From Burning

To help your pie crust edges from burning, make sure that your pie plate is on the middle or lower middle oven rack. If it’s on the top rack, the chances of burning are higher because of the closeness to the heating element. You can also place strips of aluminum foil around the edges about halfway through the cooking time, especially if you notice the edge of the crust getting browned faster than the rest. You can even invest in a handy pie crust shield that protects the crust from burning in the oven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apple Pie Vegan?

You would think that most recipes with fruit in them would be vegan-friendly but, sadly, that is not so. Apple pie is not usually vegan because recipes often add milk, eggs and/or butter to the crust and an egg wash may be added to the top crust to give it a glossy shine. We’ve found that you can get the same result using plant milk instead of the beaten egg mixture.

Be very careful when you purchase pre-made crusts. The popular Pillsbury pie dough contains lard, which is an animal-based fat. Plus, it’s pretty high in saturated fat. We recommend using a vegan-friendly version or making your own crust. You can easily adapt any pie crust recipe by swapping out the dairy butter for vegan butter, lard for vegetable shortening, and a flax-egg or egg substitute for eggs. 

Is it possible to turn this plant-based apple pie into a vegan gluten-free apple pie recipe? 

You’re in luck! Besides using a gluten-free pie crust (either homemade or pre-packaged), you can also make your own vegan apple pie crumb crust.  Choose almond flour, coconut flour, or even crushed up gluten-free cookie crumbs to create a bottom layer. Mix 1½ cups of fine crumbs with ¼ cup of cane sugar and 6 tablespoons of vegan butter. Press firmly into a pie plate and bake as usual with apple filling. Also, switch out the all-purpose flour (which thickens the apple pie mixture) for half the amount of arrowroot or cornstarch instead.

Super Easy DIY Vegan Apple Pie Ice Cream 

You might be asking, is it possible to make this myself? Even without an ice cream maker? And we say, YES! This uber-duber, DIY version takes only minutes to mix and only about an hour or so to set. You’ll be so glad you gave it a shot!

• Grab a pint of your favorite, pre-packaged vanilla ice cream.
• Take it out of the freezer and let it sit at room temperature until it is a little melty, but not entirely liquid.
• While you’re waiting, take a slice of apple pie (cold leftovers from the fridge work best) and chop it up into small chunks, including the yummy crust. (In our opinion, the best part!)
• Pour your softened ice cream into a mixing bowl and add the chopped apple pie pieces. Mix gently and well.
• Scoop back into the pint container (this might get messy, but don’t worry too much), cover, and place back into the freezer (not on the door, it’s the warmest part of the freezer) for at least one hour. If you let it re-freeze overnight, it will be even better, especially if you stir it up at least once in the process.

You can do this with any type of pie and it’s so delicious. An excellent use for leftover half-slices or not-so-perfect pieces that you don’t wish to serve to family and friends.

More Vegan Pie Recipes and Delicious Desserts To Try

• No-Bake Chocolate Pie With Graham Cracker Crust
• Vegan Lemon Olive Oil Cake
• Mini Vegan Apple Strudels
• Apple Walnut Pastry Purses
• Vegan Strawberry Shortcakes
• Vegan Blueberry Pie

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Vegan Apple Pie

This vegan apple pie is so easy and delicious! It has a flaky crust, sweet apple filling, and just the right amount of soothing warm spices to celebrate the beginning of autumn. With only a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a heavenly, homemade apple pie in less than an hour. Delightful!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free apple pie, vegan apple pie recipe, vegan dessert, vegan pie

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Resting Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8 slices

Calories 219kcal

Author World of Vegan

Equipment

• 1 Pie Baking Dish
• 1 Vegetable Peeler or Apple Peeler
• 1 Aluminum foil
• 1 Basting or Pastry Brush
• 1 Pastry cutter or food processor for the dough
• 1 Pastry Wheel Slicer optional for crust lattice cuts

Ingredients

Vegan Apple Pie Filling

• 6 medium-sized apples washed, peeled, and sliced thinly. choose as many varieties as you can and most of them should be tart.
• ½ lemon juice and zest
• ½ cup granulated cane sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons vegan butter
• 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
• 1½ tablespoons water

Vegan Pie Crust

• 2 pieces vegan pie crust dough
• 1 teaspoon Cooking oil spray or vegetable oil

Topping (optional)

• 2 tablespoons plant-based milk (or water)
• 1 tablespoon cane sugar
• 1 dash cinnamon

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
• In a large bowl, add the apple slices, juice of the lemon (and zest, if desired), cane sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until apple slices are evenly coated.
• Make the apple pie filling: In a large sauce pan over medium heat, add the butter and melt. Then add the apple mixture and allow to cook for 5 minutes, mixing regularly. In a ramekin, mix together the cornstarch and water and add it to the saucepan with the apples, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the liquid thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool fully.
• Spray the bottom of your pie plate with a little bit of oil. Add in your uncooked pie crust sheet. Center the crust and press gently along the bottom, sides, and pie plate edge.
• Add the apple pie mixture to the pie crust and arrange the apples evenly. Place the top crust onto your apple-filled pie plate, either as one flat crust piece, or cut and assembled as lattices. Fold, press, and crimp the edges all around to seal the top and bottom of the pie crust together. If using a flat sheet of pie crust dough on top of the pie, using a sharp knife, make 4-8 very thin, short slices into the top center of the pie crust for ventilation. A simple star shape is the easiest, but feel free to make any lovely designs that you like.
• Use a pastry brush to sweep a little bit of plant milk (or water) lightly over the top surface of the pie crust. Mix up the sugar and cinnamon to create a topping for the crust. Sprinkle the topping over the crust.
• Place the pie into the oven on the bottom rack and bake for 30 minutes. If the pie crust edges are getting too brown, cover loosely with some aluminum foil strips to prevent burning. Turn the pie and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Keep a a close eye on the pie in the last 5 minutes or so.
• Once the pie is golden brown and bubbly, take it out of the oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Gluten-Free Option: Besides using a gluten-free pie crust (either homemade or pre-packaged), you can also make your own crumb crust.  Choose almond flour, coconut flour, or even crushed up gluten-free cookie crumbs to create a bottom layer. Mix 1½ cups of fine crumbs with ¼ cup of cane sugar and 6 tablespoons of vegan butter. Press firmly into a pie plate and bake as usual with apple filling. Also, switch out the all-purpose flour (which thickens the apple pie mixtures) for half the amount of arrowroot or cornstarch instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.4mg

This non dairy apple pie recipe was photography by JJ Steele for World of Vegan.

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On the other hand, we most often see whole pumpkin (the kind you buy at the grocery store in the produce section or pureed in a can) in desserts like pie. We are doing this nutritious gourd a disservice by limiting it to processed foods and desserts! There are many ways to boost your vitamin A (1/2 cup delivers over twice the daily value) and fiber intake with this tasty squash.

Note: When you buy pureed pumpkin at the store, make sure the ingredient list only includes pumpkin, with no added sugar like some pumpkin pie fillings.

Best Vegan Pumpkin Recipes

After much searching (through the vegan pumpkin patch), we’ve gathered up a gourd-geous list of our favorite fall recipes that are sure to bring a jack-o-lantern grin to your face.  Included are recipes for not only desserts, but also for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. We’ve collected only the finest, pun-KING recipes just for you.

If your taste buds are tingling and your pumpkin passion is ready to pop, let’s get started on this luscious list. That’ll do spice-ly, don’t you think?

1. The Perfect Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte

Bring on all of the sweet, pumpkin-spiced beverages! This is a fast, two-step recipe for the most luscious latte ever. In just a few minutes, you’ll be sipping and savoring every last lingering drop.

2. Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

In the mood for something warm to start your day? Mix pureed pumpkin into oats for a hearty breakfast!

One of our most popular recipes, this vegan pumpkin baked oatmeal is now a staple breakfast in so many households! In this recipe, instead of cooking it on the stovetop, we baked it! The oatmeal comes out wonderfully firm and almost chewy. Excellent for meal prepping, super easy to make a week’s worth, and take on-the-go. A sweet and perfectly spiced baked oatmeal! 

3. Pumpkin Tofu Curry

Speaking of warmth, let’s cozy up with a bowl of comforting soup! Pureed or roasted, pumpkin imparts a flavorful richness to soups that is sure to please your palate.

Plant-Based on a Budget‘s Toni is tops for turning out the most tempting soups and savory stews. This ravishing pumpkin curry recipe is no exception. With only a few ingredients and a super fast cooking time of fifteen minutes, this rich and creamy pumpkin tofu curry is sure to become a never-fail fall favorite!

4. Vegan Pumpkin Spice Bread

You’ll fall in love with this pumpkin spiced bread at first bite! With its super moist and tender texture, this recipe uses simple ingredients, a homemade pumpkin spice blend, and two different, super tempting toppings. Nisha Vora, from Rainbow Plant Life, has outdone herself in deliciousness!

5. Vegan Pumpkin Pasta

Trying to achieve a creamy sauce without dairy? Try pumpkin! Perfect for ravioli and alfredo, pureed pumpkin can give you the full body you crave without the extra fat.

Searching for a more substantial, seasonal supper recipe? Look no further than this primo pumpkin pasta by Anna Rios of Healthy Simple Yum. Cozy, comforting, and a little bit cheesy––the best of all possible worlds! Helped along by hints of garlic, onion, and olive oil, this plate full of pasta will entice any and all family and friends during the fall season (or any time of year). A must make!

6. The Best Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (Pumpkin Pie Spiced)

If you have the time and energy this autumn, this recipe will be the most scrumptious snack the of the season. Guaranteed! These spiced pumpkin seeds are not only eco-friendly (the perfect way to use up the ooey-gooey guts from Halloween pumpkin carving), but incredibly addictive. Gloriously crispy and satisfyingly sweet, you’ll wish you’d made a double batch so you wouldn’t have to share!

7. Vegan Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips

Our newest autumn-inspired recipe is particularly awesome, if we can be so bold. Warm, flavorful, and filled with decadent little bits of chocolate-y goodness. Each slightly-sweet and spice-filled bite is a delightful dream. Absolutely essential for any fall event, Halloween party, breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Simple and oh-so-satisfying, you really have to give this recipe a try!

8. Vegan Pumpkin Sheet Cake

Jessica in the Kitchen‘s recipe for a pumpkin sheet cake makes us jump for joy! Moist, fluffy, and incredibly flavorful, Jessica truly hits the mark for the most delectable dessert. When you serve this colorful cake with homemade cream cheese frosting (to die for!), no one will believe that it’s vegan. A remarkable recipe like this deserves to be the highlight of any holiday dinner. Don’t delay, make it today!

9. Bite Sized Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookies

Six Vegan Sisters share their finest concoction of chocolate-filled pumpkin cookies. Even the raw dough is edible and can be enjoyed without fear (quite unlike the dreaded dairy version!). The addition of pumpkin puree gives the dough a velvety texture and fabulous flavor. Once you add in the sugar, spice, and everything nice, you’ll soon be on your way to savoring these bite-sized snacks. This heavenly recipe makes our hearts happy.

10. Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pie

The harvest holiday season isn’t complete without the perfect pumpkin pie. You’re in luck because we have an excellent eggless recipe and we want you to give it a try, too! This is the silkiest and most well-prepared pie we’ve ever had the pleasure to make. You can garnish with candied pecans, coconut whipped cream, or pastry leaves using cookie cutters. Simply divine!

11. Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding

Thanks to Jackie Sobon of Vegan Yak Attack, you’ll soon be captivated by the charm of this cheery vegan pumpkin chia pudding! Chock full of whole, plant-based ingredients, you seriously can’t go wrong with this dessert choice. Thick, creamy, and carefully spiced, this plump pudding is like a mouthful of mini pumpkin pie paradise. Delish!

12. No Bake Vegan Pumpkin Pie Protein Balls

Sophia DeSantis, of the Veggies Don’t Bite blog, brings us her famous, super-easy, seven ingredient snack recipe. (Try saying that three times fast!) Not only do they take only 5 minutes to make, but they’re fun for the whole family and use pea powder to pump up the protein. How cool is that? All you need to do is gather ingredients, mix, and chill. Her pumpkin pie protein snacks really fit the bill! 

13. Spooky Jack-O-Lantern Halloween Smoothie

We’re slightly cheating by adding this super cute smoothie recipe, but you’ve really got to try it. It’s a fantastically fun shade of bright orange and totally thrilling to taste! Using only a few fruity ingredients, you can whip up this wonderful (and highly nutritious) snack and enjoy without any of the guilt of gorging on carry-out candy. You can’t beat this pumpkin-themed treat!

More Vegan Pumpkin Recipes To Try

14. Pumpkin Alfredo Linguine

15. Pumpkin Sage Pasta

16. Vegan Pumpkin Mac n’ Cheeze

17. Pumpkin Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter Sauce

18. 4-Ingredient Pumpkin Gnocchi

19. Pumpkin Gingerbread Smoothie

20. Vegan Pumpkin Scones

21. Comforting Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Pecans

22. Single-serving Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal

23. Comforting Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Pecans

24. Single-serving Baked Pumpkin Oatmeal

25. Chef Chloe’s Pumpkin Tiramisu

26. Pumpkin Spice Latte (bonus!)

27. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bites (extra bonus!)

Which vegan pumpkin recipe do you want to try first? Let us know in the comments which ones are your favorites and be sure to leave a star rating after you make them so the recipe author knows how much you enjoyed it!

This round-up of the best vegan pumpkin recipes come from some of our favorite vegan food blogs on the web. Photos are from our recipe contributors as well as J.J. Steele and Michelle Cehn. Article written by Taylor Wolfram and Gina House and edited by Rachel Lessenden.

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The quest for vegan-friendly sweets may feel intimidating at first, especially during Halloween, when we’re in a rushed pursuit of delectable, accessible, and affordable options that truly satisfy our cravings. But it’s easier than ever to find plant-based candy options to dish out for Halloween.

Read on to explore the best vegan halloween candy brands, a comprehensive list of common candies that happen to be vegan, and creative alternatives to candy for a healthier approach to the holiday. Happy haunting!

100% Vegan Halloween Candy Brands

If you want to step up your game this year, you can find many trick-or-treat friendly Halloween treats that are specifically made to be vegan (and often more natural, too)! Make sure to let us know if you find more brands that are completely vegan, and we’d be happy to add them to our ongoing list.

Black Forest Organic – Black Forest Organic offers a delectable range of vegan gummy candies and fruit snacks, ensuring that sweet cravings can be satisfied without compromising on ethical or organic standards.

Free2b – Free2b is known for its allergen-free chocolate and sunflower butter cups, providing a scrumptious and inclusive option for those with dietary restrictions or allergies.

Seitenbacher – Seitenbacher offers an array of vegan fruit gummies and candies, appealing to health-conscious consumers seeking organic and gluten-free options.

Smarties – Surprise—these colorful, classic candies that offer a nostalgic taste of childhood are fully vegan! The fact that Smarties are a proudly vegan brand makes them a popular choice for vegans at Halloween.

Torie & Howard – Torie & Howard’s organic hard candies and chewy fruit chews cater to discerning palates with their unique and vibrant flavors, all while adhering to vegan and gluten-free standards. The chews are similar to Starburts and a perfect addition to Halloween baskets.

Go Max Go Foods – For households that take pride in handing out full-sized candy bars on Halloween, Go Max Go candy bars are the perfect choice. By offering Go Max Go candy bars, you can ensure that their Halloween offerings are not only generous in size but also inclusive of everyone’s preferences and dietary needs.

Sjaak’s – Sjaak’s Organic Chocolates boasts a delightful assortment of vegan chocolates, truffles, and treats, showcasing the rich flavors of ethically sourced, organic cocoa.

Trupo Treats – These are a fantastic alternative for those who relish the familiar crunch and taste of Kit Kats. They make chocolate dipped wafer bars that are absolutely delicious and animal friendly. They’re even rainforest alliance approved!

Vegan-Friendly and “Accidentally Vegan” Halloween Candy

The following brands have at least some vegan candy options, but the brands themselves are not vegan (they also carry products that are not vegan). For instance, Surf Sweets has gelatin-free gummies that are clearly labeled vegan, but they also sell gelatin gummies that aren’t vegan. Read these labels closely before buying. Check out our new vegan candy guide for all vegan candy options!

Non-Vegan Brands With Vegan Halloween Candy Options:

• Airheads
• Alter Eco Chocolates
• Amy’s Kitchen
• Annie’s Fruit Snacks
• Atkinson’s
• Atomic Fireballs
• Brach’s
• Charms Blow Pops
• Compartés
• Cracker Jack Original Caramel Coated Popcorn and Peanuts
• Dots
• Dum Dum Pops
• Endangered Species Chocolate Bars
• Equal Exchange Chocolate
• Enjoy Life
• Fruit by the Foot
• Fun Dip
• HunnyBon Sweets
• Hershey’s Oat Made Vegan Chocolate Bars 
• Jolly Rancher Hard Candy
• Jujyfruits and Jujubes
• Justin’s Dark Chocolate Cups
• KitKat (Nestle now has vegan KitKat bars available in the UK)
• Mary Jane Candy
• Now and Later Candies
• Nugo
• OCHO Vegan Varieties Mini Bag
• PEZ Candy
• Pixy Stix
• Red Vines
• Reese’s Plant-Based Peanut Butter Cups
• Skittles
• Smart Sweets
• Sour Patch Kids
• Surf Sweets (gummy worms, bears, and spiders are not vegan)
• Swedish Fish
• SweeTARTS (original)
• Theo
• Twizzlers
• Unreal Candy & Snacks
• Yum Earth (gummy worms, bears, and candy corn are not vegan)

How Can You Tell If Candy is Vegan?

When it comes to finding ‘accidentally’ vegan candy, watch out for these specific animal ingredients that commonly make their way into candy:

• Carmine (called cochineal for the insect from which it is extracted and is included in many red dyes and colors)
• Casein (a protein present in dairy milk)
• Confectioner’s Glaze (a shellac made with bug excretions)
• Gelatin (derived from the collagen of animal bones and other parts)
• Milk (liquid nourishment made by mother’s cows for their young)
• Whey (the protein in cow’s milk)

100% Vegan Halloween Chocolate Brands

All of the brands listed below are from companies that sell only vegan chocolate candies. You can be sure that whatever you buy on their website will be free of animal products and any alarming additives. Most of the products would be a perfect choice for vegan Halloween candy.

• Cocomels
• Go Max Go Foods
• Nib Mor
• Nelly’s Organics
• No Whey! Foods
• Rescue Chocolate
• Schmilk Chocolate
• Sjaak’s
• Trupo Treats

Beware that not all chocolate is created equal. In fact, some chocolate—even vegan chocolate—is produced using child slavery and environmentally harmful palm oil.

Healthy Halloween Trick-or-Treat Candy Alternatives

Want to give kids something better than candy? Start a healthier Halloween tradition! Here are some non-candy trick-or-treat items you can give away instead.

Stickers: Stickers are a simple yet delightful Halloween treat that allows kids to personalize their belongings and get creative with decorating.

Coins: Offering a mix of coins, including pennies, provides a unique and nostalgic experience, allowing children to learn about currency while receiving a tangible reward for their Halloween adventure.

Small Toys: Small toys can spark excitement and imaginative play, making Halloween even more enjoyable and leaving kids with a lasting token of the holiday.

Colorful Pencils and Erasers: Colorful pencils and erasers add a touch of fun to school supplies, encouraging creativity and providing practical tools for young learners.

Fruit Leather or Fruit-Based Gummy Snacks: These wholesome treats made from dried fruits without added sugar offer a sweet and nutritious option, catering to health-conscious families while still indulging children’s taste buds.

Energy Bars: Providing kid-friendly energy bars like GoMacro, Clif, Lara, or MadeGood bars offers a healthier alternative to traditional candy, keeping kids fueled for their Halloween adventures.

Bookmarks: Bookmarks make for practical and educational treats, inspiring kids to explore the world of reading and enhancing their literary adventures.

Packets of Plantable Seeds: Encouraging gardening with packets of plantable seeds not only promotes a green thumb but also nurtures a connection with nature, offering a gift that keeps on growing.

Enjoy New and Improved Halloween Traditions

Embracing plant-based, vegan, and cruelty-free Halloween candy options (or healthier alternatives) is just one way to lead by positive example and help to create a kinder world.

With an ever-expanding array of vegan candies available, there’s no reason not to enjoy Halloween while making choices that align with your values. So, this Halloween, let’s treat ourselves, our trick-or-treaters, and the world around us to a sweeter, kinder celebration. Happy Halloween!

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Considered by many as a school-safe sweet, they’re gluten-free, nut-free, and fat-free, but there’s more lurking on that label that isn’t nearly so sweet. Do you really know what’s going into your gummy candy?

Whether you’re searching for vegan gummy bears, vegan gummy worms, vegan Halloween candies, or anything else, this guide has you covered.

A Brief History Of Gummy Candies

A relatively new food innovation, gummies as we know them have only been around since 1920. They can be traced back to a single person, Hans Riegl, in Bonn, Germany. He had a background in confectionary and was bored with the standard chewy taffies and hard candy lollipops. After much experimentation, bouncy gummy candies were born.

Bears were the very first shape, although they were originally called “dancing bears” before being bought by Haribo and re-branded. Haribo brought them to the US in 1982, while American company Trolli simultaneously launched gummy worms. Both were a hit with kids from the very start.

Are Gummies Vegan?

Conventional gummies are made with gelatin, which means they aren’t even vegetarian, let alone vegan. Gelatin is a powdered thickener derived from ground bones, hooves, and ligaments, often from cows, horses, and pigs. Kosher gelatin is no better, typically sourced from fish instead.

“Natural” colors can sometimes pose a problem as well, since cochineal and carmine, traditionally used to make red pigment, come from crushed beetles.

Furthermore, some brands use beeswax to give the outside a shiny finish and prevent the pieces from sticking together.

What are Gelatin-Free Gummies Made From?

Fortunately, an increasing number of manufacturers are dropping animal products in favor of more accessible, cruelty-free formulas. These plant-based treats are more likely to use the following:

• Pectin, a soluble fiber (polysaccharide) that’s found in fruits, particularly apples and pears.
• Agar, a jelly-like fiber derived from red algae seaweed.
• Carrageenan, sometimes known as Irish Moss, is made from various parts of red seaweeds.
• Cornstarch, tapioca starch, and potato starch are all common household thickeners made from pure carbohydrates without fiber.

Healthy Fruit-Based Gummy Options

Solely Whole Fruit Gummies

Solely has perfected the art of fruit chews with their 100% fruit and Vitamin C-packed gummies that are as delicious as they are nutritious. These are not just snacks; they’re the superhero of lunchbox staples.

Bear Snacks Fruit Rolls: Nature’s Sweetest Classroom Companions

These irresistibly cute fruit rolls, made solely from fruit, come with a bonus feature – collectible cards packed with intriguing animal facts. They’re not just for lunch; they’re a wild adventure in every bite.

Trader Joe’s Fruit Leather Buttons: Healthy Snacking, Now in Button Form!

Trader Joe’s has taken healthy fruit snacking to a new level of fun with their organic peel-off “buttons.” These flat, round fruit leather pieces are so delightful that kids will be pulling them off thin paper like it’s their favorite game.

Froot Thief Fruit Strings: Untangle the Fruity Fun!

Step aside, Fruit by the Foot. The Froot Thief brand is here with their outrageously playful nine-foot-long fruit strings! While they may not be on every shelf yet, you can be a fruity trailblazer by snagging a case on Amazon to support them in their deliciously daring journey.

Fruit Leather: The Grocery Aisle’s Sweet Revolution

The grocery and big box stores have caught onto the fruit leather fever, and the ingredients just keep getting better. Behold the colorful organic fruit leather from Target, your wallet’s best friend when it comes to fruity, budget-friendly kids’ snacks and treats.

Vegan Gummy Candy Brands

You’ll feel like a literal kid in a candy shop when you see just how many options there are for vegan gummy brands. Always read the labels to confirm, since formulas are subject to change at any time.

Katjes Plant-Based Gummies

Katjes is a legendary gummy brand that’s been around for over a century. They whip up yummy treats with natural ingredients and without any gelatin or animal products, making them a go-to for vegans and vegetarians. With flavors ranging from fruity favorites like strawberry and raspberry to wacky picks like sauerkraut and beer, there’s always a tasty adventure to be had with Katjes. They even have rainbow gummies!

Annie’s Bunny Fruit Snacks

Annie’s Gummies, shaped like adorable bunnies, offer a playful twist on traditional gummy bears. Made with organic ingredients and a commitment to sustainability, these treats are not only fun to eat but also kind to the planet. Annie’s takes pride in their delicious vegan gummy bunnies, proving that snacks can be both wholesome and joyful! They come in multiple flavors, including Summer Strawberry and Berry Patch.

Better Bears

Better Bears prioritize taste and health in their vegan gummy creations. Crafted with natural ingredients and free from artificial additives, these bear-shaped treats are a guilt-free indulgence that appeals to both kids and adults.

The Gummy Project

The Gummy Project brings a creative twist to the world of vegan gummies. With a commitment to crafting plant-based sweets that benefit endangered keystone species like sharks and bees, this brand offers candy that really makes a difference.

Smart Sweets

Proudly using only natural sweeteners and no artificial colors or flavors, Smart Sweets is an upgraded indulgence that kids and adults alike will love. Not all Smart Sweets products are vegan though, so shop carefully. Their Sweet Fish, Sour Blast Buddies, Peach Rings, Sourmelon Bites, Cola Gummies, Red Twists, Lollipops and Jolly Gems are all 100% plant-based and vegan-friendly.

VEGOBEARS

Dedicated to making cleaner candy with quality ingredients, these gourmet mixes are named for vibrant beach cities, such as Santa Monica, Malibu, and Venice Beach. When you need a sweet escape, consider these an affordable alternative to a vacation.

Joyride

Previously known as Project 7, these organic treats are designed to be better-for-you candies. Keto-friendly, gluten-free, low-sugar, and completely vegan, everyone can indulge freely without compromising on flavor.

YumEarth

Organic fruit snacks in both original and tropical flavors are ideal for a quick pick-me-up. Be aware that the gummy bears, however, do contain gelatin and are not vegan.

HunnyBon

Everything is organic and vegan at this candy shop! They have a variety of vegan gummy options including Gummy Fishies, Sour Gummy Worms, Watermelon Rings, Gummy Fruit Slices, Gummy Bears, and more! They ship all over the US and are sold in various shops and grocery stores in five states.

Sour Patch Kids

This “accidentally” vegan treat has been making mouthes pucker since the 1970s and is still one of the most widely available options for all your candy cravings.

Swedish Fish

Swedish Fish, a classic favorite, has evolved to cater to vegan candy lovers. These chewy, fish-shaped candies maintain their iconic flavor while adhering to vegan-friendly ingredients. A timeless choice for those seeking a burst of fruity goodness without any animal-derived components.

Dots

Dots, the multi-colored, chewy gummies that have delighted candy enthusiasts for generations, have embraced vegan-friendly formulations. With their vibrant colors and distinctive flavors, Dots offer a nostalgic snacking experience that’s now accessible to those following a vegan lifestyle.

Jujubees + JujuFruits

JujuFruits and Jujubees are gummies that have stood the test of time. These classic treats, once made with gelatin, have now transitioned to vegan recipes without compromising their delicious taste. With a variety of fruity flavors to enjoy, these chewy candies continue to be a go-to option for a satisfying snack.

GinGins

GinGins take gummy candy to a flavorful new level with their ginger-infused delights. Perfect for those who appreciate a bit of zing, these vegan gummies offer a unique combination of chewiness and invigorating ginger spice.

Honorable Mention: Vegan Marshmallows

Whether you’re planning for campfire s’mores, mugs of winter hot cocoa, or you want to whip up a batch of rice crispy treats, you may need some vegan marshmallows.

Step into a world where traditional marshmallows have been reimagined, and made without gelatin! Brands like “Dandies” have redefined these fluffy delights, using innovative plant-based ingredients to recreate the iconic texture and taste we all adore.

Vegan Vitamin Gummies

Anyone that struggles swallowing large pills will be thrilled with this sweet upgrade to their morning routine. Gummy vitamins are very popular for all your health needs, in a wide range of formulations and combinations.

• Vegan B12 gummies: One of the most crucial vitamins to supplement, especially as a vegan, B12 is essential for brain development and functioning, red blood cell production, and much more. MaryRuth Organics Vegan Vitamin D3 + B12 Gummies are a great pick.
• Vegan iron gummies: Iron deficiencies are very common and can lead to anemia if left untreated. Try Vitamin Friends Strawberry Jam Flavored Iron Gummies for a kid-friendly dose.
• Vegan prenatal gummies: Set your baby up for success with all the vitamins and minerals they need for a healthy, happy arrival. Megafood Baby & Me 2 Prenatal Multivitamin Gummies in red raspberry flavor includes 18 essential nutrients, such as folic acid and choline, to support early development.
• Vegan multivitamin gummies: Fill any nutritional gaps with an all-purpose, once-daily vegan gummy like Garden of Life Mykind Organics Gummy Multivitamin and Natuerlo Whole Food Multivitamin Gummies. There are different formulas specifically for men, women, kids, and prenatal.

FAQs

Remember, the journey to vegan-friendly gummy candy is paved with brands that prioritize both taste and ethical considerations. With choices like these, satisfying your sweet tooth doesn’t mean compromising your values or your palate.

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Skip the coffee shop because it’s a snap to make at home. Starbucks may have popularized the PSL, but their version isn’t even vegan! Be your own barista; it may be hard to go back to any ready-made mix again.

This vegan pumpkin spice latte recipe comes from The Friendly Vegan Cookbook and has been meticulously perfected, rigorously tested, and is widely loved by our World of Vegan community. Enjoy!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Dairy-free and allergen-friendly. Ditch the dairy and use high-protein soy milk for a seamless swap. Any non-dairy milk alternative can work instead, such as almond milk, cashew milk, or coconut milk, just to name a few, in case of dietary restrictions or personal preference.
• Thrifty indulgence. You can still treat yourself without spending a fortune. Pricey lattes add up quickly when you’re stopping by the café every day, but they cost less than a dollar apiece if you take matters into your own hands.
• No experience required. Forget the fancy foam creations; if you can use a drip coffee maker, you can make an Instagram-worthy latte anyway.
• Delicious in any season. Who says you need to wait for cold weather to raise a mug and celebrate? Turn this recipe into an iced pumpkin spice latte mid-summer by simply pouring it over ice!

Key Ingredients

Basic pantry staples are the foundation of your new favorite pick-me-up.

Vanilla soy milk: Thick and creamy soy milk is ideal for making lattes because it won’t curdle in hot coffee, and if you want to go the extra mile, can froth beautifully for a foamy finish.

Pumpkin puree: Unlike the original that features only spices for flavoring, this pumpkin latte uses actual pumpkin puree, giving you added nutrition along with a richer flavor. If you’re wondering if a pumpkin spice latte is healthy, this is the best version you can find to fit into any diet.

Brown sugar: A touch of warm molasses sweetens this blend with a taste perfectly aligned with a full slice of pumpkin pie. If sugar is a concern, you can swap in your favorite natural substitute, like a pinch of stevia or monk fruit.

Pumpkin pie spice: Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger are the key components to this indispensable blend. You can find it in the baking aisle of most grocery stores or you can make your own from scratch.

Coffee: Use your favorite roast; light, medium, or dark, it’s all good when paired with this complimentary sweet seasoning.

Freeze Your Leftover Pumpkin Puree

One can of pumpkin puree will make 10 mugs of pumpkin spice lattes. Assuming you’re just making one batch of this recipe (two PSLs), you’ll have lots of pumpkin puree leftover. Here is your chance to do some simple prep to make your life easier the next time you want a pumpkin spice latte!

1. Pre-measure the remaining pumpkin puree into ice cube trays or silicone molds and freeze.
2. Once frozen, you can pop the frozen pumpkin cubes into a bag or storage container that you can keep in the freezer.
3. Use the frozen pumpkin cubes for your vegan pumpkin spice lattes all season long!

More Pumpkin Spiced Recipes You’ll Love

• Vegan Pumpkin Muffins with Chocolate Chips are an ideal grab-and-go breakfast that won’t slow you down.
• If you have 25 minutes to spare, you could have this cozy Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal for breakfast or brunch, too.
• Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a fall or winter day, no festive table is complete without an Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pie as part of the spread.
• An appealing autumn beverage that’s perfect for fall is this super creamy Pumpkin Milkshake.

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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte (Dairy-Free)

This sweet and simple and spiced Pumpkin Spice Latte is made with real pumpkin puree and contains the best flavors of fall. After countless rounds of recipe testing, everyone agreed that this version was the best-of-the-best. Plus, if you make this vegan pumpkin spice latte at home instead of swinging by Starbucks, you’ll save money, too!

Course Beverage, Drinks

Cuisine Amercan

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2 mugs

Calories 191kcal

Author Michelle Cehn & Toni Okamoto | The Friendly Vegan Cookbook

Ingredients

• 2 cups vanilla soy milk the regular, sweetened kind
• ¼ cup plus 1 teaspoon canned pure pumpkin purée without added spices
• 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice plus an optional dash for sprinkling
• Pinch of salt
• ½ cup strong freshly brewed coffee
• Vegan whipped cream to taste

Instructions

• In a small pot over medium heat, combine the soy milk, pumpkin purée, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt and whisk vigorously. Turn the heat off as soon as the mixture starts to boil.
• In your favorite mug, combine the hot coffee and the milk mixture. Top with vegan whipped cream and sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice (if using them).

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Notes

Love Your Leftovers: You can use an ice cube tray to premeasure the remaining pumpkin purée and freeze it to use for your future PSLs. For extra efficiency, add premeasured amounts of brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice to each cube of pumpkin purée and freeze these all together, so you can just pop a frozen spiced pumpkin cube into the pot with soy milk when you want a latte.

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 5698IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 365mg | Iron: 2mg

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