Why You’ll Score Big With This Vegan Football Appetizer

Finger food is always your best bet when it comes to party starters. Forget the forks and fall in love with this catch!

• Meant for a crowd. Each batch easily makes 15 – 20 mini football pastries, depending on the size of your cookie cutter. It’s a great way to stretch your ingredients and make sure no one walks away hungry.
• Fast and easy. They only take 20 minutes to bake and come together in a flash. You can even enlist the kids to help with the assembly process to speed things along.
• High in protein. Vegan ground meat tastes just like conventional beef and is an equally rich source of complete protein. That means you could turn these appetizers into a meal with some veggies to round out your plate!

Key Ingredients

Just eight ingredients, not counting water, stand between you and snacking satisfaction. Here are the essentials you need to stock up on:

Vegan ground meat: One of the most popular meat alternatives on the market, there’s no end to vegan options for ground beef! Use any brand you prefer, fresh or frozen and thawed, or make your own from TVP, crumbled tempeh, seitan, lentils, and/or nuts.

Onion: Start by sautéing an onion and your kitchen will instantly smell amazing. Yellow is fine here, but you can use white or red, or switch things up with shallots or leeks for a change of pace.

Garlic: There’s no thing as too much garlic. Consider the two cloves listed here as a starting suggestion; add to taste.

Green peas: For a pop of color and vegetable infusion, frozen peas are the perfect mix-in. Kids won’t even know they’re eating their veggies hidden inside these vegan super bowl snacks!

Puff pastry: The real star of the show, frozen puff pastry takes all the hassle out of prep work. Read on to learn more about this essential staple.

Flour: Regular all-purpose will do the trick here unless you need a gluten-free option. You can use white rice flour or potato starch in that case, since it only takes a small amount to prevent the pastry from getting too sticky.

Coconut oil: Add richness and shine with just a little dab! You could substitute melted vegan butter or simply olive oil if you’d prefer.

Is Puff Pastry Vegan?

Traditionally, puff pastry is a type of laminated dough, made with many thin layers of butter. This is still true for some high-end bakeries and gourmet grocers, but many more storebought options are now “accidentally” vegan! Always read labels to verify, since formulas are liable to change at any time.

Brands Of Vegan Puff Pastry

Availability will vary depending on your location and the season, since some view puff pastry as a holiday item only. Here are the best vegan choices found in the US:

• Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry
• Jus-Rol Puff Pastry
• Schar Puff Pastry (Gluten Free)
• Aussie Bakery Puff Pastry
• Pampas Puff Pastry Sheets

Where to Buy Vegan Puff Pastry

Most mainstream grocery stores should have at least one option readily available in the freezer section, while more specialized varieties and brands can be purchased online. When in doubt, start your hunt here:

• Target
• Walmart
• Whole Foods
• Sprouts Farmers Market
• Safeway/Randall’s
• Albertson’s
• HEB
• Amazon Fresh

Step-By-Step Instructions

Here’s the rundown on how to make these vegan game day puff pastry footballs!

Step 1: Prepare the vegan ground meat according to the package instructions. In a sauté pan, heat oil, sauté onion and garlic until translucent, then add frozen peas and cook until warmed. Add the vegan ground meat, cook for 4 minutes, remove from heat, and set aside.

Step 2: Sprinkle flour over a flat surface, and using a rolling pin, roll puff pastry sheets until they are twice their original size. Cut out football shapes of uniform size and place half on a lined or greased baking sheet.

Step 3: Brush a thin layer of melted coconut oil along the edges of the dough on the baking sheet. Spoon taco meat onto the center of each pastry piece, leaving a 1/2-inch border for sealing.

Step 4: Cut lace marks into the remaining football-shaped pastry pieces (these will be the tops). Place them atop the bottom dough, covering the plant-based meat filling, and seal tightly using a fork to crimp the edges together. Brush the tops with coconut oil and bake for 20 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven and enjoy as soon as they cool!

Tips For Success

Puff pastry is the Swiss army knife of appetizers and desserts, savory and sweet. You don’t need any baking experience to transform it into impressive treats! If this is your first time working with it, here’s how to use puff pastry like a pro:

1. Let the package of frozen puff pastry thaw completely before working with it; either in the fridge overnight, or on the counter for 1 – 2 hours. If it’s still partially frozen when you unfold it, it’s more likely to crack or tear.
2. Lightly flour both the counter and the top of the dough so it doesn’t stick to either your working surface or the rolling pin. You may need to reapply as you work.
3. Be careful not to over-stuff each football hand pie. Make sure the edges are sealed with a fork all the way around to prevent the filling from leaking out.
4. Brush the tops with coconut oil right before baking to ensure a brilliant golden-brown finish.

Flavor Ideas And Adaptations

The real beauty of such a simple, foolproof formula is that it’s ideal for putting your own unique spin on. Here are a few winning ideas to pump up the flavor:

• Cheese pizza: Add shredded vegan mozzarella and marinara sauce or sundried tomatoes.
• Smoky BBQ: Add smoked paprika and your favorite BBQ sauce.
• Yellow curry: Add madras curry powder and cayenne pepper for an extra kick.
• Breakfast bites: Swap the vegan ground meat for crumbled or chopped vegan breakfast sausage and use diced potatoes or shredded hash browns instead of peas.

Alternate Shapes

If it’s not game day, you can use any cookie cutter shape you like, not just footballs! In fact, you don’t need cookie cutters at all. You can simply cut squares with your knife or use a drinking glass as a template to make circles. For more festive ideas, consider:

• Hearts for Valentine’s Day
• Trees for Christmas
• Stars for Hanukkah
• Four-leaf clovers for St. Patrick’s Day

More Vegan Super Bowl Snacks You’ll Love

• Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
• Vegan Bagel Bites
• Poppin’ Vegan Jalapeno Poppers
• Vegan Soft Pretzels with Cheese Dip
• Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges

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Football Puff Pastries

Get ready for game day with these football puff pastries! Fill vegan puff pastry with vegan ground meat and veggies and you'll score big in the flavor department!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword football hand pie, football puff pastry, vegan hand pie, vegan puff pastries

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 15 pastries

Calories 210kcal

Author Michelle Cehn | World of Vegan

Equipment

• football cookie cutters

Ingredients

• 1 package vegan ground meat any brand will work
• 1 cup hot water
• 2 tablespoons oil
• ½ yellow onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• ½ cup frozen peas
• 2 sheets puff pastry one standard package (most are accidentally vegan), thawed according to package instructions
• Flour for dusting surface
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted

Instructions

• Prepare vegan ground meat per package instructions.
• In a saute pan, heat oil, add onion and garlic, and cook until translucent. Add frozen peas and cook until warm. Add vegan ground meat and cook for 4 minutes, remove from heat, and set aside.
• Preheat oven to 400F. Sprinkle flour over a flat surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out puff pastry sheets until they’re 2x as large as its original size. Cut football shapes (any size as long as they’re uniform) out of the dough and lay half of the footballs on a lined or greased baking sheet.
• Using your finger, rub a very thin layer of melted coconut oil along the edges of the dough on the baking sheet. Add taco meat to the center of each piece of pastry dough leaving 1/2 inch clear for sealing the bottom dough to the top.
• Slice football lace marks into the remaining football-shaped pastry dough pieces (these will be the tops). Place on top of the bottom pastry dough, covering the plant meat filling, and seal tightly using a fork. Push down hard with the fork prongs to crimp or the dough may not stay closed. Brush top with coconut oil and bake for 20 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven and enjoy as soon as they cool!

Notes

This recipe makes about 15-20 football puff pastries depending on your football cookie cutter and how thin you roll the puff pastry. We used the big and medium size of these cookie cutters.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg

Photos by Michelle Cehn, all rights reserved.

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Growing kids especially need almost continuous access to stay full and focused, fueling a full day of work or play. It’s also a great opportunity to sneak more vitamins and nutrients into your picky eaters, simultaneous staving off the impulse to overeat at mealtimes. When energy levels run low, a quick bite can be a real lifesaver.

Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to navigate around the junk food out there, especially when cravings strike. There’s nothing wrong with an occasional treat, but things like chips and cookies should be the exception rather than the rule.

Avoid the pitfalls of processed foods, get out of your snacking rut, and rediscover the fun of healthy snacking all over again. Just a little bit of planning can take the stress out of that midday break.

Easy Vegan Kids Snack Ideas

The best snacks for kids will always be fresh, whole foods. Sugar, fat, and salt are non-issues when you’re serving up the basics, like cut apples and baby carrots. That doesn’t mean it needs to be boring, though! Get everyone on board by dressing up fruits and veggies with sauces and dips, playful presentations, and crave-worthy flavors. Try fun lunchboxes to make snacking more fun!

Here are a few healthy snacks you can whip up anytime, no recipes required.

• Fruit
• Hummus with carrot sticks
• Sliced apples with peanut butter
• Dates stuffed with nut butter
• Fruit kebabs
• Nuts (cashews, peanuts, seasoned walnuts, etc.)
• Trail mix
• Refried bean quesadilla or mini burritos
• Ants on a log (celery with peanut butter and raisins)
• Smoothies
• Popcorn
• Edamame in pods
• Sliced bell pepper (with vegan ranch dip)

Vegan Snack Recipes for Kids

Great snacks shouldn’t take a lot of time, effort, or money. Here are some delicious ideas that anyone can make!

Green Blender Muffins (with Spinach and Banana)

If you’re struggling to get your kid to eat their greens, whip up a batch of these green blender muffins! You can call them “Monster Muffins” or “Dino Muffins” to make them extra-fun. These are great for toddlers, growing kids, and even babies trying Baby Led Weaning. You can make a batch and freeze them and pull them out for a secretly healthy quick breakfast, snack, or lunchbox addition.

Air Fryer Tofu Cubes

These tofu snacks are encrusted with nutritional yeast, known by some as vegan catnip. You might not normally think of bean curd as prime snacking material, but these buttery, cheese little cubes are an excellent high-protein alternative to plain popcorn. Especially when you want something more substantial between meals, this is the recipe to eat on repeat.

Vegan Bagel Bites

These easy vegan bagel bites take the universally beloved flavors of cheese pizza and transform it into an almost instant treat. They’re ready in minutes, freezer-friendly, and great for packed lunches too.

Roasted Chickpeas

These roasted chickpeas are insanely addictive and stunningly healthy! All you need are beans and a handful of spices to create a crunchy savory sensation.

Sweet Potato Fries

If your kiddo loves french fries, try making them a bit healthier by using sweet potatoes! Sweet potatoes contain far more nutrition than white potatoes, and they arguably taste even better. These will never steer you wrong as a side, starter, or snack. They’re a snap when made in the air fryer, and much healthier than anything deep fried. Save the oil and load up on flavor instead.

Date & Walnut Healthy “Cookie Dough” Truffles

These delicious nut and date balls taste like a cross between chocolate ganache and cookie dough. For something so impossibly decadent, it’s hard to believe they’re made with just nuts and dried fruits! Anyone with a sweet tooth will be draw to these chocolatey morsels; no one needs to know their wholesome secrets.

Chia Pudding

Packed with nutrition, chia pudding can be meal prepped in under 5 minutes and served up for snacks, breakfast, or even dessert. Layer it with fresh fruit, vegan yogurt, or granola for extra excitement.

Quinoa Nuggets

Delight your kids with these flavorful chewy nuggets made with quinoa! They’re surprisingly easy to make and loaded with healthy whole foods—a far better option than traditional chicken nuggets.

Pizza Rolls

These pizza spirals are a nostalgic favorite for anyone who grew up in the 90s, and now kids can enjoy them today, without all the processed ingredients! It only takes four simple ingredients to get some gooey pizza goodness on the table. The recipe is positively foolproof.     

Khichdi

Khichdi has long been a staple for vegan and vegetarian kids in India, made from easily digestible whole grains and legumes. Traditionally a simple, warming stew, it can also be rolled into balls that are easier for toddlers to pick up and feed themselves. The whole family can enjoy this one as a main dish, too.

Air Fryer Broccoli

This easy-to-make broccoli isn’t just a side dish; it’s also a great snack for kids! A touch of garlic goes a long way in transforming those green florets into prime snacking material. It may sound like a stretch, but veggie-lovers will gobble them right up!

Pumpkin Muffins

These vegan pumpkin muffins aren’t just for fall. Everyone will be drawn to the gooey chocolate chips strewn throughout that tender crumb, all while loading up on healthy pumpkin puree and unsweetened applesauce in every bite.

Tropical Mango Banana Smoothie

Smoothies are the best answer to a kid having a meltdown that claims they’re not hungry. Just a few sips of this refreshing blend will brighten their mood right away.

Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

This recipe proves that potatoes don’t have the monopoly on this concept. Lightly breaded with a crunchy herbed crust, they’re so delicious that they don’t even need a dipping sauce. It’s hard to resist eating them right off the sheet!

Deviled Potatoes

Have you ever tried deviled potatoes? These are great for kids and adults, and will make you forget all about eggs. Naturally, there’s no cholesterol in these animal-free alternatives that have just as much rich flavor. They’re fancy enough to serve at a party but quick enough to enjoy anytime.

Corn Ribs

You’ve probably seen corn ribs on Instagram or TikTok. They’re a viral hit that’s as much fun to serve as it is to eat. It’s the same concept as corn on the cob, but the wedges take the distinct shape of ribs to create a whole new textural experience.

Cheesy Kale Chips

Swap the potato chips for kale chips! These cheesy kale chips will make kids crave vegetables like never before. It won’t be a struggle to put away a whole head of the leafy greens when they’re coated in a rich, cheesy mixture of blended sunflower seeds and nutritional yeast. You might want to double the batch because they’ll disappear in no time.

Kids Bars

Snack bars are not always the healthiest option, but these portable, filling, tasty bars are a favorite among kids and the easiest dependable food source to toss in your bag when you’re running out the door.

When choosing snack bars for young children, there are fantastically healthy options made from dates, nuts, and fruit. And there are less health-optimal options made with refined sugar, oils, and chocolate. Kids will naturally prefer the later if offered both varieties, but if you only keep the healthier options at home, most kids love them.

Look for bars that are low in added sugars and high in fiber, as this helps maintain steady energy levels and supports digestion. Health-minded parents may also look for bars with simple ingredient lists, avoiding artificial additives and preservatives. For those seeking vegan options made without dairy or eggs, there are plenty of choices available.

Whole Food Snack Bars (Healthier Options)

• Lara Bars (most are vegan and made with whole food ingredients)
• That’s It Bars
• Yumi Organic Superfood Bars
• Skout Organic Bars

Popular Snack Bars (Sweet)

• Bobo’s Oat Bites
• MadeGood
• Clif Bars
• Z-Bars
• GoMacro Kids Bars
• Nature’s Bakery

Always check the label for any hidden animal-derived ingredients and allergen warnings, especially if your child has specific dietary restrictions or allergies.

All-Natural Fruit Snacks

• Fruit leather is essentially fruit puree that’s been dried in flat sheets for a shelf stable alternative to fresh. There’s no added sugar which makes it a smart way to curb sweet cravings.
• Gummies are not all created equal; many aren’t even vegan! Stay away from candies made with gelatin and sugar in favor of fruit snacks made with pectin and real fruit juices.

Amara’s Freeze-Dried Smoothie Melts

Amara’s smoothie melts are one of our favorite packages snacks because they’re actually healthy, but they taste like candy so kids love them! My toddler is obsessed.

The ingredients are so clean and simple: organic fruit, organic coconut milk, and organic carrots. That’s it! They have all the flavor and nutrition of a refreshing fruit smoothie with none of the spills, smears, or splashes. And no added sugar!

Two of the flavors are vegan (mango carrot and carrot raspberry) and they are ideal for toddlers, older kids, and even the youngest ones just learning to self-feed. Parents, you can munch on them too — I do! They come in a resealable bag and won’t melt, so they’re very convenient to pack in lunches or toss in your bag and take on-the-go. You can even find them on Amazon.

Pssst! If your little one is just starting to explore solid foods, or you’re trying baby led weaning, these can also help babies practice their grip and improve hand-eye coordination.

Solely Organic Whole Fruit Gummies

Solely makes some of the best fruit chews—they are made with just fruit and Vitamin C, and totally delicious! These are lunchbox staples.

Bear Snacks Fruit Rolls

These adorable fruit rolls are widely accessible in the United States, made from just fruit, and they come with a fun collectable cards with animal facts on them! These are also great to pack in school lunches.

Trader Joe’s Fruit Leather Buttons

Leave it to Trader Joe’s to find a new spin on healthy fruit snacks, making them even more fun for kids! These organic peel-off “buttons” are flat round fruit leather pieces that kids can pull off of a thin piece of paper in the package.

Fruit Leather

Almost every grocery store and big box store carries fruit leather, and the ingredients just keep getting better! The colorful organic fruit leather pictured below is from Target, and these are one of the most budget-friendly options for fun fruity kids snacks and treats.

Froot Thief Fruit String

A new kid on the block, The Froot Thief brand is poised to become one of the most popular, spinning fruit-based chews into long playful strings that are each unbelievably nine feet long! These are not very widely available yet, but you can snag a case on Amazon to support them in these early days.

Cereal and Granola

Dry cereal can be a great finger food, especially on long car trips or days outside since it doesn’t need to be refrigerated. Pack single servings of your favorite vegan cereal in reusable pouches or zip top bags for grab-and-go convenience.

Granola has potential as well, like cereal, but can be more difficult to eat without utensils. Varieties with bigger clumps and clusters are best to prevent crumbs.

Plant-Based Cheese

Cheese is can be a fun addition to kids lunchboxes or snack trays, especially since it comes in so many forms. These days you may be able to find vegan cheese sticks (from brands like Miyoko’s and Daiya), creamy spreadable wedges (like these from Good Planet Foods), and even a plant-based version of the iconic wax-wrapped Babybel wheel.

Plant-Based Yogurt

Plant-based yogurt now comes in ever flavor and color imaginable! You can even find vegan yogurt tubes (for all the Go-gurt lovers) and Forager Projects’s cashewmilk yogurt pouches ideal for lunchboxes, that are nearly identical to the conventional options.

Just keep in mind most yogurts are loaded with sugar, so even though they contain beneficial probiotics, they should probably fall into a “sweets and treats” category rather than an everyday snack.

Veggie Chips, Crisps, Puffs, and Straws

Bamba is a beloved snack for kids and toddlers, especially popular in Israel. These peanut-flavored puffed snacks are not only delicious but also a source of essential nutrients. They are made primarily from peanuts and contain no artificial flavors or preservatives. Bamba is a fantastic choice for parents looking to introduce their children to nuts in a safe and enjoyable way, as it melts in the mouth and is easy for little ones to handle. It’s a satisfying and crunchy treat that can be a great addition to a well-balanced snack repertoire for kids.

Harvest Snaps Baked Pea Crisps are an excellent option for health-conscious parents seeking a tasty and wholesome snack for their kids. Made from green peas, these crisps are not only vegan but also rich in plant-based protein and fiber. They have a satisfying crunch that kids love and they’re a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your child’s diet while keeping snack time enjoyable.

Chickpea puffs are another popular chip alternative for kids. The brand Hippies popularized this gluten-free and vegan snack that’s also a good source of plant-based protein and fiber. They come in fun flavors, including a vegan cheese flavor!

Freeze-dried vegetables seem like a questionable choice for young kids, but they’re surprisingly delicious, even if your little ones turn up their noses at the veggies on their plates! The drying process concentrates their natural sweetness, so single-ingredient crisps that are just corn, tomatoes, or peas take on greater depth of flavor.

Veggie straws or chips taste more like potato chips that everyone knows and loves but add a little bit more nutrition into the picture. They’re a good way to wean kids off less healthy snacks while still satisfying with a similar experience.

Cauliflower puffs prove that cauliflower really can do anything it puts its mind to! Puffed snacks are traditionally made from corn, but these use everyone’s favorite cruciferous vegetable as the base instead, coating them with dairy-free cheesy powder for that perfect savory finish.

You can also make your own chips like these zero-waste crispy potato skin chips and these kale chips!

More Vegan Kids Resources and Recipes

• Kids Coloring page (free printable pdf)
• Vegan Children’s Books
• Rainbow Veggie Mac & Cheese
• Best Vegan Hot Dog Brands
• Green Toddler Blender Muffins

Many thanks to Amara Organic Foods for supporting this article, and for making amazing healthy snacks for kids! Many of their products are vegan and we encourage you to explore for your own kids.

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Between busy schedules, grab-and-go meals, and picky eaters, it’s a good idea to fill the gaps with a daily supplement or two. Vegans especially need to keep tabs on certain things that are harder to come across naturally on a plant-based diet, but everyone can benefit from a bit of nutritional assistance.

In the vast array of tablets, gummies, sprays, and liquids, what are the best bets for optimal health? More importantly, what would make one of these options unsuitable for cruelty-free consumers? Let’s take a closer look at the fine print!

Non-Vegan Vitamin Ingredients to Avoid

While the active ingredients in most vitamins and supplements are synthesized in labs or purely plant-based, the trouble comes with the medium in which it’s packaged.

• Gelatin: Convention soft gels or capsules have traditionally been made from the clear casing, made from highly processed animal bones and hooves. This is also an issue for anyone that keeps kosher since the origin isn’t often specified. It could be cows, horses, pigs, fish, and or more. Luckily vegetarian softgels and capsules exist and are becoming more and more widely available.
• Collagen: Related to gelatin, this is a protein that comes from the connective tissue, skin, tendon, bone, and cartilage from various animals.
• Fish or Cod Liver Oil: This one should be obvious, but you should keep an eye out for our aquatic friends, particularly when selecting an Omega 3 or DHA supplement.
• Lactose: Often used as a filler ingredient, this milk sugar is refined from dairy. Anyone with a dairy allergy or intolerance needs to be very careful to steer clear, too.
• Honey: A spoonful or sugar helps the medicine go down, but unfortunately, that sweetness sometimes takes the form of honey, particularly in liquid formulas for kids. Though it can take the bitter edge off various vitamins, it’s not at all sweet for the bees and their colonies.
• Vitamin D3: This specific form of vegan Vitamin D can sometimes be sourced from sheep’s wool. Unless it’s specified as coming from a plant source, assume the worst and leave it on the shelf.
• Glucosamine and Chondroitin: This duo often work together in various formulations for enhancing joint health. Sadly, the shellfish and sharks that they come from would have preferred to be together under the sea.

There are many other questionable components, such as Carotene, Vitamin B-12, Vitamin A, fatty acids, and more that can sometimes come from an animal source. Remove any doubt or worry from your RDA by simply seeking out companies that are transparent about their ingredients and clearly state their commitment to vegan values.

Key Vitamins That Are Important for Vegans

There are several essential vitamins and nutrients that are essential for all humans to get, but some are particularly necessary for vegan and vegetarian eaters to pay attention to. These include:

• Vitamin B12
• Vitamin D (vegan Vitamin D3)
• Calcium
• Iron
• Zinc
• Iodine
• Omega-3s / DHA
• Folate / Folic Acid (especially if pregnant)

Best Vegan Multivitamins for Adults

Everybody is different, so no single choice will be the best one for everyone. Thankfully, there’s a wealth of options on the market these days to accommodate everyone’s needs, cruelty-free.

Vegans especially need to be mindful of their Omega-3s, Vitamins B12 and D, Calcium, Iodine, Iron, and Zinc, since these can be harder to get on a plant-based diet. Consult a doctor to get your levels checked before making radical changes to your daily regime.

If you like the simplicity of taking one supplement, here are the best vegan multivitamins available.

Future Kind Essentials for Vegans

Enhance your plant-based diet with Future Kind’s essential multivitamins, suitable for adults, teens, and kids aged 11+. Featuring a pleasant citrus scent, they include vitamins B12 and D, as well as omega-3s. Packaged in an eco-friendly glass bottle, they may contribute to supporting your energy, mental clarity, and mood.

Ritual

Ritual vegan multivitamins offer a clinically-backed formula, fills nutrient gaps, and is made with high-quality ingredients. These include sustainably-sourced vitamin D3, omega-3 DHA, biologically-active vitamin B12, and gentle iron. This distinctive beadlet-in-oil ensures optimal absorption. This vegan brand is also a certified B-Corp.

Hippo7 Vegan Complete

Elevate your plant-based journey with these vegan-friendly multivitamins. This carefully crafted 7-in-1 formulation includes vitamins B12 and D, omega-3s, DHA and EPA, iron, iodine, zinc, and calcium. These vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free vitamins are manufactured in state-of-the-art cGMP-compliant and NSF-certified facilities and are third-party tested.

NATURELO One Daily Multivitamin

Unlock your daily vitality with these all-in-one multivitamins with a formulation for men and another for women. It’s packed with 24 essential vitamins and minerals, plus plant-based nutrients from lichen, sunflower, marine algae, and kelp. This bioactive formula is designed to enhance absorption and supports natural energy, heart, brain, and immune health.

Deva One Daily Vegan Multivitamins

Deva One Daily vegan multivitamins are packed with effective doses of essential vitamins and minerals and helps bridge any gaps in your diet. Boost your energy with B-complex vitamins, and combat aging with antioxidants like vitamins C and E. Tailored for vegans and vegetarians, it’s also allergen-free for peace of mind.

MyKind Organics Whole Food Multivitamin

These multivitamins are packed with 15 essential vitamins and minerals, including biotin, vitamins C and D3, and iron. In addition to being vegan-friendly, this supplement supports energy, metabolism, and overall well-being. Crafted from over 30 organic fruits and veggies, it’s certified organic, non-GMO, and gluten-free.

Complement Vegan Multivitamin Supplement

This multivitamin is crafted to provide vital nutrients often lacking in plant-based diets like vitamins B12, K2, and D3, DHA and EPA, omega-3s, iodine, magnesium, selenium, and, zinc. It also supports immune defenses, heart health, metabolism, and brain function. Plus, their packaging is 100% biodegradable and compostable!

MaryRuth’s Liquid Morning Multivitamin

This convenient liquid multivitamin is packed with essential nutrients that support immune health, energy, and overall well-being. It offers a powerful blend of B vitamins and more. It’s easy to take, and in addition to being vegan, it’s also nut-free, soy-free, and sugar-free.

VeganVitality Multivitamins & Minerals

VeganVitality’s vegan multivitamin for women offers a 6-month supply in one bottle. Packed with premium-quality nutrients, this multivitamin is free from common allergens, and third-party tested for quality.

Supplements Studio Daily Vegan Whole Food Multivitamin Plus for Men & Women

This vegan, whole-food multivitamin is crafted with organic fruits and vegetables and is free from artificial ingredients and allergens. Supplements Studio’s premium formulation may help boost your immune system, support your overall well-being, and maintain your mental clarity. This GMP-certified, third-party tested supplement is a great way to support your health!

Flamingo Supplements Multivitamin Adult Gummy Vitamins

Revitalize your daily routine with these vegan vitamin gummies, packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Enjoy three flavors, including strawberry, orange, and pineapple. Made in the USA, these vitamin gummies are suitable for all ages.

Doctor’s Best Multi-Vitamin

Enhance your well-being with Doctor’s Best Multi-Vitamin, a comprehensive blend of vital vitamins and minerals. This iron-free formula is designed for optimized absorption. With this multivitamin, you can help address any nutritional gaps and optimize your health.

Wholier Whole Foods Multi for Plant-Based People

Support your plant-based lifestyle with this science-backed multivitamin. Wholier is formulated with nutrient forms from familiar food sources like marine plants, chickpeas, and rice. This delayed-release, no-nausea capsule may be taken with or without food. It’s also third-party tested for purity and contaminants. Plus, it has a refreshing citrus flavor and scent!

PlantVital Whole Food MULTIVITAMIN

This vegan multivitamin is packed with 56 non-GMO superfoods and has an additive-free formula that is free from allergens. This multivitamin promotes fast nutrient absorption and boosts natural energy without stimulants. This Canadian brand is family owned and this product is triple third-party tested.

EZ Melts Multivitamin with Iron

Enhance your well-being with this vegan multivitamin, delivering a 100% daily value of essential nutrients. These non-chalky, cherry-flavored tablets dissolve easily on your tongue, providing a quick and easy supplement solution. These may help to promote your overall health, including brain, bone, and immune support, plus it has no sugar or artificial additives. Additionally, these are non-GMO, free from common irritants, and manufactured in the USA with trusted global ingredients.

Vedge Essential

Vedge Essential multivitamins help to nourish your body with these top three essential nutrients: vitamins B12 and D3, and omega-3s. Crafted to enhance your diet, it may also help to support your optimal performance throughout the day.

Good Earth Vegan Multivitamin

Tailored for both men and women, this complete multivitamin complex contains 22 essential vitamins and minerals. Enriched with a proprietary blend of 42 fruits and vegetables, including elderberry, acai, goji berry, and spirulina, it provides a natural energy boost. With a focus on immune support, this plant-based formula includes potent vitamins like C, B6, and E. It’s also made in the USA, non-GMO, Halal certified, and produced in a GMP facility.

BetterYou

BetterYou, a UK-based brand, offers multivitamin sprays, a convenient nutritional offering for vegans. These are a simple solution to address any nutritional gaps in our modern diets. Formulated with high-quality vegan ingredients, they prioritize optimal absorption without compromising on ethical values. These sprays support your well-being while aligning with sustainable and compassionate practices.

Best Multivitamins for Vegan Kids

Kids don’t always make the most nutritious choices, so if you get stuck in a rut of plain pasta for dinner five times a week, you can still make sure they’re still getting everything they need to grow and thrive. In addition to being specifically formulated for smaller bodies, they’re often in chewable or liquid forms that are easier to swallow. Some are even downright treats!

• MaryRuth’s Vegan Kids Multivitamin Gummies
• Complement Essential Liquid Vegan Nutrients
• Ritual‘s Essential for Kids Multivitamin
• Rainbow Light Kids One Multivitamin
• Hello Bello Kids Organic Multi
• Llama Naturals Plant-Based Multivitamin
• California Gold Nutrition Kid’s Multi Vitamin Gummies
• Renzos Picky Eater Multi
• NUTRAMIN Vitamin Gummies for Kids
• Garden of Life mykind Organics Kids Gummy Vitamins
• Wellvites Kids Multivitamin Gummies
• Fruily Organic Children’s Multivitamin Real Fruit Gummy
• Yumi Gummy Vitamins for Kids 4+

Vegan Gummy Vitamins

Gummies are traditionally made using gelatin, which is not vegetarian or vegan as its made from animal skin and bones. But fret not, dear parents and adults who can’t swallow pills! Vegan gummy vitamins not only exist, but there is a growing array of options to choose from. Here are the most popular vegan gummy vitamin brands we know of: NATURELO (for adults and for kids), Garden of Life MyKind (they have gummy vitamins for kids, adults, and prenatal gummy vitamins), Ritual Kids Multivitamin Gummies, Hello Bello, Llama Naturals, Mary Ruth’s, and Yumi.

Best Prenatal Vegan Vitamins

A mom-to-be has different needs when her body becomes the support system for a new life. There are different vegan prenatal vitamin formulas designed to nourish before, during, and after vegan pregnancy to welcome your new baby in with the best health. Here are some popular choices: Naturelo Prenatal Multivitamin Capsules with Folate (these are the vegan prenatals I took throughout my pregnancy), Garden of Life My Kind Organic Vegan Prenatal Daily Multivitamin Tablets, Deva Vegan Prenatal One Daily, Rae Prenatal Dietary Supplement Capsules with Vegan DHA and Folate, Nordic Naturals Vegan Prenatal DHA Softgels, and MegaFood Baby & Me 2 Prenatal DHA & Choline Capsules.

Vegan Probiotics

Digestive health and harmony is critical for overall wellbeing, which is why it’s always smart to add probiotics into your diet. Natural sources include fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt, kombucha, and more. For an extra assist, check out these quick fixes:

• NATURELO Multibiotic
• MaryRuth’s Gut Flora Health+ Enzymes
• Deva Vegan Probiotic with FOS Prebiotics
• Zenwise Health Digestive Enzymes Plus Prebiotics & Probiotics
• Yuve Vegan Probiotic Gummies
• Rae Pre + Probiotic
• Garden of Life Dr. Formulated Probiotics Platinum Series Restore
• Wholesome Wellness Digestive Enzymes
• NOW Supplements Probiotic-10
• Ora Organic Probiotics with Prebiotics

Consult Your Doctor or a Registered Dietitian

No matter your life stage or health status, it’s a good idea to visit your doctor at least one a year for regular checkups. Review your blood levels with them to make sure you’re getting everything that you need, through food or supplements, to live a fuller life.

We are not doctors, and Google is not a doctor. And doctors are not nutritionists or Registered Dietitians and often receive very limited nutrition training. We have a list of plant-based and vegan Registered Dietitians available for consultation if you need customized help!

The information presented here is not to be construed as medical advice or used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease.

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Whether you are working with a budget as modest as $10 or as generous as $500, whether your recipient is an avid meat lover or a dedicated herbivore, whether you are selecting a gift for a 5-year-old or a centenarian, our guide is here to serve as your compass, guiding you towards thoughtful and meaningful gifts imbued with compassion and purpose.

These gift ideas are versatile and suitable for any occasion—be it the holiday season, Christmas, Hanukkah, a birthday celebration, stocking stuffer ideas, or any other event that comes to mind.

Printable Animal Gift Tags (Our Gift to You!)

Make your gifts extra special with our free printable gift tags featuring sweet animals adorned with flower crowns. Simply print them out, cut them, and attach them to your gift!

You can use regular printer paper, cardstock, or adhesive paper. Use a single-hole punch to create a hole at the top of each tag, making it easy to attach to your gifts with ribbon or string. Thread a ribbon or twine through the hole you’ve punched and tie the tag securely to your gift.

Whether you’re gifting to a friend, family member, or loved one, our adorable animal-inspired gift tags are sure to bring a smile to their face.

Vegan Gift Baskets

If you’re struggling to find the perfect heartfelt gift for that special someone, consider a thoughtful gift basket! Even if you’re shopping for someone who seems to have it all, there’s a vegan gift basket waiting to enchant them. Here, we’ve compiled a selection of the finest vegan gift basket choices available.

Many of the gift sets below are available on Amazon with one-day shipping.

Cozy “Spa in a Box” Feel Better Care Package

This is the perfect get well gift for someone who needs some self care. Whether life is just hard, they are recovering from an injury, or they’re grieving a loss, this “Sending Hugs” care package is ready to ship on Amazon. It’s filled with cozy cloud socks, peaceful herbal tea, a comforting soy candle, moisturizing vegan hand cream, a sachet of dried lavender for aromatherapy, and a ceramic mug.

Dried Fruit Gift Basket

A timeless gift that is fantastic for anyone—friends, family, colleagues, or corporate gifts! These dried fruit platters are fantastic for sharing, so they make great gifts for groups, and the platter transforms into a fruit basket that can be used for years to come.

Tea Lover’s Gift Box

Send warm love and care in a box with a set of premium quality organic teas. They have several gift sets to choose from including a self-care collection, tea-by-mood collection, and this “World of Tea” collection perfect for that friend who loves to travel!

Flowering Tea Gift Set

Any tea lover will adore this gorgeous gift set from Numi! The glass teapot is specially designed to show off flower tea pods as they delicately bloom as soon as hot water is added. And the teas are organic, fair-trade, and sustainably crafted. This gift is so unique it’s a great option for the person who has everything.

Soy Candle Gift Set

Gift warmth and light to a dear friend with this stunning ensemble of hand-poured soy candles that combine natural elegance with captivating scents. These come in decorative tins that are appropriate for any occasion—from birthdays to holidays or as a get well gift—and are available on Amazon.

Harry & David’s Vegan Charcuterie Basket

Long respected as a premium gift basket brand, Harry & David finally added a vegan charcuterie box to their lineup. This artfully curated assortment is a testament to the fusion of taste and ethics. Bursting with vibrant flavors, premium dried fruits, and vegan charcuterie meats and cheeses, this is a perfect gift for anyone who loves fine cheese.

Edible Arrangements Fruit Bouquets

Who wouldn’t love an edible boquet made from fresh juicy fruit transformed into beautiful, delectable flower-inspired arrangement? Each bouquet is a delightful blend of artistry, color, and sweet flavor, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, saying thank you, or sending warm wishes, Edible Arrangements offers a unique and delicious way to express your sentiments.

Holiday Popcorn Tin

Popinsanity Artisanal Popcorn has a wide assortment of festive sweet and savory popcorn and kettle corn, and all of their flavors except for three are vegan! 

Vegan Snack Gift Set

If you’re a fan of Amazon and one-day shipping, you can send a Bunny James gift box filled vegan snacks in a snap. They offer their vegan gift boxes in a variety of sizes at different price ranges, ranging from $29 to $159, with free next-day shipping. With nearly 3,000 5-star ratings on Amazon, this is a great option for college students, business associates, faraway friends, or anyone who loves to snack. It’s packed with cookies, protein bars, candy, chips, jerky, fruit and nut blends, and more.

Gift-Worthy Vegan Cookbooks

Cookbooks are exceptional gifts for any occasion, offering a world of culinary inspiration. With a vast array of plant-based cookbooks tailored for comfort food lovers, health enthusiasts, gourmet aficionados, cheese connoisseurs, chocoholics, and beyond, it won’t be hard to find a perfect match.

You can also find vegan cookbooks specially crafted for air fryer recipes, Instant Pot recipes, kid-friendly recipes, budget-friendly recipes, and every cultural cuisine imaginable. Dive into our curated selection of the finest vegan cookbooks.

Our Favorite Cookbooks for Gifting

The Friendly Vegan Cookbook – This welcoming book is a phenomenal introduction to vegan cooking. Crafted with the spirit of sharing delicious vegan food in mind, it’s filled with easy-to-follow plant-based versions of beloved family dishes. With its captivating photography and rigorously tested recipes, it caters to both seasoned cooks and those new to the kitchen. The recipes are so good even the most staunch meat lovers will be reaching across the table for seconds!

The Joy of Vegan Baking – Written by one of the most notable vegan cookbook authors, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, this baking book a must-have in every herbivore’s kitchen. It’s the vegan baking bible, and a delightful treasure trove of sweet and savory vegan baked goods.

Cooking from the Spirit – Brought to you by the beloved vegan personality Tabitha Brown, this cookbook combines plant-based goodness with her unique spiritual touch, infusing every dish with love and positivity.

The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook – Authored by Nisha Vora, a well known expert in vegan cuisine, this cookbook unlocks the potential of your Instant Pot with a delectable array of plant-based recipes.

The Homemade Vegan Pantry – From the kitchen of a seasoned DIY enthusiast Miyoko Schinner—the vegan cheese queen herself—this cookbook will empower anyone to whip up their own pantry staples. This is perfect for anyone passionate about sustainability, homesteading, or kind living.

Vegan Gifts For The Home Cook

For the culinary enthusiast in your life, we’ve compiled a list of thoughtful vegan gifts that will elevate their kitchen experience and add a dash of eco-consciousness to their cooking journey:

Stylish Apron: Every home cook could use a fun new apron—especially if it’s a high-quality apron from a reputable brand like Hedley and Bennet! They make aprons worn by top chefs around the world, for both adults and kids in dozens of styles. And they’ll last a lifetime!

Beautiful Chef’s Knife: A top-notch quality chef’s knife is a kitchen workhorse, ensuring precision and ease in chopping veggies and fruits for plant-based recipes.

A Quality Cutting Board: A durable and stylish cutting board is a kitchen essential, providing the perfect surface for slicing and dicing delicious plant-based creations.

Beautiful Quality Cookware: Surprise someone you love with premium cookware such as Caraway or Le Creuset that not only enhances the cooking process but also adds a touch of elegance to their kitchen.

Quality Bakeware: Upgrade their baking game with high-quality bakeware that guarantees even heat distribution for perfect vegan treats.

Tofu Press: A tofu press streamlines the tofu-preparation process, ensuring extra firmness for delicious plant-based dishes.

Tea Kettle: A stylish tea kettle is a must-have for tea enthusiasts and offers a cozy touch to their kitchen.

Spoon Rest: An elegant stone spoon rest keeps their countertops clean and utensils within easy reach while they whip up vegan masterpieces.

High-Quality Apron: An apron provides protection for cooks by shielding their clothing from stains, spills, and heat during meal preparation.

Mortar and Pestle: A marble mortar and pestle add a touch of sophistication to the kitchen, perfect for grinding spices and herbs for flavorful vegan dishes.

Fun Woodland Cookie Cutters: These whimsical cookie cutters bring a touch of joy to baking vegan treats, adding a playful element to their culinary creations.

Silicone Stasher Bags: Help them reduce plastic waste with reusable silicone Stasher bags, a sustainable alternative for food storage.

UnPaper Towels: Eco-conscious kitchen enthusiasts will appreciate reusable UnPaper towels, a washable planet-friendly alternative to disposable paper towels.

Handmade Ceramic Dishes: Elevate their dining experience with handmade ceramic dishes like these, adding an artistic touch to their table setting.

Nooch Jar: A special nutritional yeast jar is a charming and practical gift for your super-vegan friends for storing the most beloved vegan pantry staple.

Vegan Sprinkles: For the home bakers in your life, gift them with some fancy colorful vegan sprinkles, perfect for adding a whimsical flair to cupcakes and cookies.

Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products: Have a neat and tidy Monica in your life? Bring them joy with a thoughtful Vegan Gift Basket packed with your favorite sustainable kitchen cleaning products. Or, give them a gift certificate to the Grove Collaborative, so they can restock eco-essentials all year long!

Kitchen Appliances On Everyone’s Wish List

Yonanas Soft Serve Maker: This fun and affordable appliance will magically transform frozen bananas into thick, creamy, delectable soft-serve. It’s ideal for anyone with a sweet tooth, and especially perfect for parents, kids, and teens.

Almond Cow: Craft your own nut milk in moments, save money, and reduce single-use packaging waste effortlessly.

Instant Pot (or any pressure cooker): Save time in the kitchen, cut costs, and enjoy healthier homemade meals with this versatile pressure cooker.

Air Fryer: For quick and health-conscious cooking, this appliance delivers crispy results. Consider printing out some of these vegan air fryer recipes for a personalized touch.

High-Speed Blender: Blend smoothies, creamy sauces, soups, and more with ease using the Vitamix, everyone’s all-time favorite blender.

Stand Mixer: This timeless classic in a fun color is a baker’s dream and a cook’s delight, perfect for kitchen enthusiasts.

Milk Frother and Warmer: Elevate your mornings with perfect lattes made at home, complete with frothy goodness.

Ice Cream Maker: Create personalized ice creams and frozen desserts to satisfy your sweet cravings with unique flavors.

Indoor Vertical Garden: A space-saving smart garden system like Gardyn allows you to grow up to 30 plants in just 2 feet of floor space, perfect for gardening enthusiasts.

Electric Composting Machine: An innovative gift for eco-warriors or urban dwellers, the Lomi home composter is turning kitchen scraps into compost, even without outdoor space.

Vegan Gifts For The Home

Transform their living space into a haven of comfort and conscious living with our curated selection of vegan gifts for the home. From cozy ambiance enhancers to sustainable lifestyle subscriptions, these thoughtfully chosen items are perfect for adding a touch of warmth, style, and eco-friendliness to any living space:

Soy Candle: Infuse their home with the gentle glow and soothing scents of one of these vegan soy candles, creating a serene atmosphere for relaxation.

A House Plant or Succulents: Breathe life into their home with vibrant house plants or charming succulents, bringing a touch of nature indoors.

Ceramic Mug: Explore the artisan-made ceramic mugs on Etsy for a beautifully crafted vessel that elevates their morning coffee or tea routine.

A Stone or Crystal: Gift them a meaningful stone or crystal with a heartfelt note or message, adding a touch of positive energy to their space.

Essential Oil Diffuser: Create a calming ambiance with an essential oil diffuser, allowing them to enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy in the comfort of their home.

Coconut Bowls: Enhance their eco-conscious dining experience with a set of coconut bowls paired with wooden utensils, perfect for serving delicious vegan meals.

VegNews Magazine: A subscription to the most popular vegan magazine.

Vegan gifts from Etsy shops: Explore unique and artisan-made vegan gifts from Etsy shops, adding a touch of handmade charm to their home.

Vegan Advent Calendar: Count down to the holidays with a vegan advent calendar, filled with daily surprises and treats for the festive season.

Vegan Subscription Boxes

Vegan subscription boxes are ideal gifts, especially for those you can’t visit in person. Not only will they delight in the initial box of surprise goodies, but you can also extend their happiness with subscriptions available for 3 months, 6 months, or even a full year! Explore some of our top picks:

Vegan Cuts – Surprise a friend with a monthly Vegan Cuts box! They offer not one, but three fabulous options: Snack Box, Beauty Box, or Makeup Box.

AllTrue – AllTrue is the ultimate gift-worthy lifestyle box. This quarterly box is thoughtfully curated with a collection of home, body, and life goods that support artisans and important causes. Think woven blankets, vegan leather pouches, hand-crafted wooden serving bowls, mind-calming essential oils, and kindly crafted face masks. While AllTrue is not an all-vegan company, every box can be tailored to be completely vegan.

Petit Vour – Experience the beauty of cruelty-free living with Petit Vour, the premier vegan beauty box. Each month, they deliver a selection of high-quality vegan and ethically sourced beauty products right to your doorstep.

Love Goodly – Love Goodly brings you the best in vegan lifestyle products. Their carefully curated boxes feature a mix of beauty, wellness, and eco-conscious items.

Kinder Beauty Box – Co-founded by Daniella Monet and Evanna Lynch, Kinder Beauty Box is a vegan beauty subscription service that’s all about kindness. Treat your loved ones to their handpicked vegan and cruelty-free beauty products that promote self-care and compassion.

Gift-Worthy Books

The Boy, The Mole, The Fox, & The Horse – Charlie Mackesy’s heartwarming tale beautifully illustrates the profound lessons of friendship and kindness, making it a cherished gift for both adults and children.

Walking With Peety: The Dog Who Saved My Life – Eric O’Grey’s heartwarming journey with his rescue dog Peety will inspire and touch the soul, showcasing the transformative power of compassion and a plant-based lifestyle.

The Sprout Book – Perfect for wellness enthusiasts, this book takes the reader on a journey into the world of sprouting with Doug Evans, the king of sprouts. It explores the immense nutritional benefits of these tiny powerhouses in your daily diet, and provides practical tutorials and recipes for growing your own sprouts at home.

Vegan Children’s Books – including beloved titles like Linus the Vegetarian T-Rex and Junebug, which are perfect for both vegan and non-vegan children.

How Not to Die – A groundbreaking guide by Dr. Michael Greger, this book empowers readers with evidence-based insights on preventing chronic diseases through a whole-food, plant-based diet.

Prevent & Reverse Heart Disease – Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn presents a life-changing approach to cardiovascular health, demonstrating how a plant-powered diet can prevent and even reverse heart disease.

Special Vegan Food and Treats: Savor the Flavors of Compassion

Indulge your taste buds and nourish your soul with these delectable vegan delights, perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.

Baked Goods: Whether homemade vegan desserts and baked goods or from artisan online vegan bakeries that ship, these treats offer a taste of vegan perfection.

Vegan Chocolate: Satisfy your sweet cravings with a luxurious vegan chocolate gift box filled with ethically crafted delights.

Your Favorite Tea Paired With a Cozy Mug: Create moments of warmth and relaxation with your preferred tea and a snug, stylish mug.

Blooming Teas and Glass Teapot Set: A perfect gift for tea lovers, or anyone who needs some relaxation and self-care, Numi’s Flowering Tea Gift Set makes an thoughtful and unique gift at an affordable price point. They also have several other tea gift boxes filled with various themed collections of herbal teas designed for gifting.

Produce Delivery Box: Elevate any home with fresh, sustainably sourced produce delivered right to your recipients doorstep. A few fantastic options include Imperfect Produce, Farm Fresh to You, and Misfits Market.

Vegan Meal Delivery Service: Simplify mealtime with the convenience of a vegan meal delivery service, offering delicious and nourishing options.

Beautiful Olive Oil Gift Set: Elevate your culinary creations with a luxurious olive oil gift set, showcasing the rich flavors of nature.

Nice Bottle of Vegan Wine: Raise a glass to cruelty-free indulgence with a fine bottle of vegan wine, thoughtfully selected from our vegan wine guide or dedicated vegan wine brands.

Fancy Bottle of Alcohol: Explore the world of vegan-friendly spirits, ensuring your bottle of choice aligns with your compassionate values.

Vegan Jerky: Experience the bold flavors and satisfying textures of vegan jerky, a savory snack that’s cruelty-free and delicious.

Vegan Bath and Beauty Lovers

If you’re putting together a gift for a bath, body, or beauty lover, or someone in your life who needs some self care, there are nearly infinite cruelty-free brands to choose from.

Vegan Lip Balm: Gift your loved ones the perfect solution for soft and nourished lips with vegan lip balm, a thoughtful addition to any beauty routine.

Vegan Shampoo Bars: Make a sustainable and cruelty-free statement with vegan shampoo bars, an eco-conscious gift that’s gentle on hair and the planet.

Skincare or Body Care: Treat someone special to a luxurious vegan skincare or body care gift set, a pampering package that shows you care about their well-being and ethical values.

Vegan Body Lotion: Delight in the gift of soft, moisturized skin with vegan lotion, a nourishing and compassionate addition to anyone’s skincare routine.

Cruelty-Free Nail Polish: Add a pop of cruelty-free color to their life with nail polish, a vibrant and stylish gift for the beauty enthusiast.

Vegan Soap: Elevate bath time with artisanal vegan soaps, available on Etsy and from popular brands, making for charming and fragrant presents.

Compassionate Chick’s Guide to DIY Beauty: Inspire the DIY lover in your life with this book, the perfect gift for crafting cruelty-free beauty products at home.

Bath Bombs: Transform bath time into a spa-like experience with bath bomb gift sets, including delightful options from LUSH.

Gift Box from a Cruelty-Free Beauty Brand: Share the gift of ethical beauty with a curated gift box from a cruelty-free brand like Pacifica, offering a variety of delightful products.

Homemade Gift Basket With Your Favorite Bath and Body Products: Craft a personalized gift basket filled with your favorite bath and body products, a heartfelt and thoughtful gift idea that shows you’ve put in extra effort to create a special present.

Vegan Gifts For Him: Thoughtful Choices for Every Occasion

When it comes to choosing vegan gifts for the gentlemen in your life, there’s no shortage of thoughtful options to explore. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply showing your appreciation, these vegan-friendly gifts are bound to make him smile.

• Cookbook(s): Support his passion for food or love of specific cuisines with a hand-picked vegan cookbook.
• Apron: Spice up his cooking attire with a new apron from a chef-worthy brand!
• Vegan Belt: Elevate his style with a fashionable and cruelty-free vegan belt.
• Vegan Wool Socks: Keep his feet warm and cozy with sustainable and animal-friendly wool-alternative socks.
• Nice Coffee Tumblr: Make his morning routine more enjoyable with a sleek and reusable coffee tumbler.
• HydroFlask Water Bottle: Help him stay hydrated on the go with a durable and eco-conscious water bottle.
• Reusable Coffee Cup: Ideal for eco-conscious coffee lovers, a reusable coffee cup reduces waste and supports sustainable sipping.
• Vegan Wallet (from a vegan leather brand like these): Upgrade his everyday essentials with a stylish and ethical vegan wallet from a trusted cruelty-free brand.
• Natural or Plant-Leather Watch: Add a touch of sophistication to his look with a natural or plant-based leather watch.
• Sustainable sweater or clothing: Keep him warm and stylish with sustainable clothing, and consider renowned brands like Pact for quality.
• Cruelty-Free Winter Jacket
• Eco-Friendly Safety Razor: Elevate his grooming routine with an eco-friendly safety razor that reduces plastic waste.
• Vegan Meats Gift Basket: Satisfy his taste buds with a delectable vegan meats gift basket, perfect for indulging in plant-based culinary adventures.
• Vegan Gift Basket: Explore a wide range of vegan gift baskets tailored to his interests, whether it’s gourmet treats, wellness essentials, or more.

These vegan gifts for him showcase your thoughtfulness and commitment to a compassionate and sustainable lifestyle, making each occasion more special and meaningful.

Vegan Gifts For Her: Thoughtful and Memorable Ideas

Surprise and delight a special women in your life with vegan gifts that reflect her values and passions. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just to show you care, these thoughtful options are sure to make her day.

• Vegan Cookbook(s): Inspire her culinary adventures with a collection of plant-based cookbooks, opening up a world of delicious possibilities.
• Apron: She’ll love a style-forward apron from a widely celebrated brand like Hedley & Bennett!
• Subscription Box: Treat her to the gift of discovery with a vegan beauty or lifestyle box, brimming with cruelty-free treasures and surprises.
• Vegan Uggs-Style Boots: Keep her cozy and stylish with warm, vegan-friendly boots inspired by the iconic Ugg style.
• Vegan T-Shirt or Clothing: Show her how much you respect her love of animals with chic and sustainable vegan t-shirt or clothing that makes a kind statement.
• Reusable Coffee Cup: Add convenience to her daily routine with a stylish and eco-friendly reusable coffee cup.
• Stainless Steel Wine Tumblr: Empower her to pour a glass of wine by a campfire, in the park, or anywhere she travels with a durable and eco-conscious wine tumbler.
• Vegan Leather Handbag, Backpack, or Wallet: Complete her look with a cruelty-free and fashionable accessory, whether it’s a handbag, backpack, or wallet.
• Sustainable sweater or clothing: Support her eco-conscious lifestyle with sustainable clothing from respected brands like Pact. Just be sure to avoid wool, angora, leather, and silk.
• Cruelty-Free Winter Coat: Help her stay cozy and warm during chilly seasons with a cruelty-free winter coat.
• Conscious Jewelry: Choose a thoughtful piece of ethical and conscious jewelry.
• Vegan Gift Basket: Explore a wide range of vegan gift baskets tailored to her interests, from gourmet treats to wellness essentials.

Your thoughtful gifts can honor her unique spirit and unwavering dedication to a life marked by compassion and sustainability, infusing every occasion with deeper significance and cherished memories.

Gifts For Kids: Sparking Joy, Compassion, and Imagination

Finding the perfect gifts for kids can be a delightful adventure. Whether you’re shopping for a special occasion or just to bring a smile to their faces, these thoughtfully chosen options are bound to ignite their imagination and curiosity.

Vegan Children’s Books: Our favorites are Linus the Vegetarian T-Rex and Junebug.

Kids Apron: Cultivate their love of cooking, baking, and smoothie making with a fun new apron they can wipe their four-frosted hands on!

Eco-Friendly Kids Cups and Plates: Make mealtime more enjoyable with these charming Elk & Friends Cups, perfect for tiny hands. They pair perfectly with these silicone bunny plates and matching kid-safe forks and spoons.

Coloring Pages: Print out our collection of free coloring pages and pair them with vegan art supplies for endless artistic adventures.

Kids Water Bottle: Keep kids hydrated on their adventures with a durable and planet-friendly water bottle like these from Klean Kanteen.

Eco-Friendly Lunchbox: Encourage sustainable living from a young age with eco-friendly lunchboxes from PlanetBox that are both stylish and practical. These stainless steel dishwasher-safe lunch boxes are a favorite among conscious parents worldwide.

Sustainable Toys: Spark their imagination with sustainable and eco-friendly toys from brands like Lovevery, Wiwiurka, and EarthHero, offering hours of playful learning.

Subscription Box: Age-appropriate toy subscription box from Lovevery, packed with developmental treasures.

Wooden Pikler Climbing Triangle: Enhance physical development and playtime adventures with a wooden Pikler triangle for climbing and exploration, like this Wooden Pikler Triangle from Wiwiurka

Games: Teach the importance of animal rescue while enjoying quality family time with the Rescued Card Game, crafted by vegans with love.

These gifts for kids are not just presents; they’re invitations to learn, explore, and create beautiful memories that will last a lifetime.

Vegan Gifts For Babies: Nurturing a Compassionate Beginning

When it comes to the littlest members of the family, introducing them to a world of compassion and sustainability is a beautiful gift in itself. These thoughtful vegan baby gifts help pave the way for a bright and conscious future.

Stuffed Animals: Nurture any little one’s love of animals with a snuggly plush friend, a companion for life’s earliest adventures. Consider stuffed animals that represent farmed animals to help foster love for cows, pigs, chickens, turkey, and other animals that are often neglected and underserved in our world.

• Fluffy Highland Cow, Classic Cow or Mini Cow
• Piglet or Mini Pig
• Chicken

Teething Toys: Offer soothing relief and playful exploration with eco-friendly teething toys like Oli & Carol’s teethers made from natural rubber and inspired by nature and vegetables.

Onesies: Give a little one in a message of hope for a compassionate and sustainable future with a charming “The Future Is Vegan” Onesie.

Vegan Children’s Books: Cultivate a love for reading and kindness with vegan-themed children’s books that spark imagination and empathy.

Slumberkins: Create sweet bedtime moments of mindfulness with Slumberkins, nighttime books that inspire comfort and emotional well-being.

Newborn Play Gym: Foster early learning and development with a thoughtfully designed play gym like this popular option from Lovevery, promoting sensory exploration.

These vegan baby gifts not only embrace the joy of infancy but also plant the seeds of compassion and conscious living from the very beginning. Celebrate the precious new life in your world with these nurturing and meaningful gestures.

Heartfelt Gifts for New Moms: Celebrating New Beginnings

Welcoming a new life into the world is a beautiful journey, and these thoughtful gifts are designed to support and pamper new moms during this special time.

Vegan Meal Delivery Service: Ease the demands of meal preparation with a vegan meal delivery service, ensuring nourishing and convenient options for the busy days ahead.

Conscious Baby Clothes: Dress the little one in ethical and adorable baby clothes, a reflection of care for both baby and the planet.

Baby Carrier, Ring Sling, or Swaddle Blanket: Enhance bonding and ease with a baby carrier or ring sling from trusted brands like Baby Tula or Sakura Bloom.

Collection of Kids Cups: Create delightful moments with a collection of kids’ cups from Elk & Friends, perfect for tiny hands.

Gift Card to Doordash or Grubhub: Offer the gift of convenience with a Doordash or Grubhub gift card, providing easy access to delicious meals during those busy days.

Gift Card to a Favorite Local Restaurant: Support the new mom’s love for plant-based cuisine with a gift card to her favorite local vegan restaurant, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

Cloth Diapers: Embrace sustainability with cloth diapers, a choice that not only reduces waste but also provides comfort for the baby.

These thoughtful gifts for new moms celebrate the joys of motherhood while promoting sustainability and convenience, making the transition into parenthood a little smoother and a lot more special.

Gifts for Furry Friends

There’s a special kind of warmth that comes from gifting something thoughtful to your friend’s beloved fur babies. Often, our canine, feline, and other furry companions are left off the holiday gift list, making your gesture of kindness truly remarkable and unforgettable.

Explore this comprehensive guide to plant-based dog treats and resources, and consider wrapping up a package of treats with a festive toy or crafting a full gift basket of furry delights. Here, we’ve curated a selection of heartwarming options for your furry friends.

Treats: Spoil them with a variety of delectable vegan options from V-Dog, including Kind Jerky, Breath Bones, and Wiggle Biscuits. Or give them some Wild Earth’s Koji Dog Treats made with innovative and sustainable ingredients or Bright Planet Vegan Dog Treats.

Vegan Rawhides: Keep their chewing urges satisfied with wholesome and vegetable-packed Sam’s Yams sweet potato rawhides or adorable Whimzees Dog Chews.

Fresh Dog Food: Elevate their dining experience with fresh and whosome dog food from PawCo or Bramble, tailored for their well-being.

The Simple Little Vegan Dog Book: Give their human companions a book to help them navigate the world of tasty plant-based dog treats.

Dog Bandana: Delight any pup parent with a fun or festive dog bandana that aligns with their style, character, and personality.

Cute Dog Toys: Add fun to their playtime with an array of adorable and durable dog toys.

These thoughtfully selected vegan dog treats and essentials celebrate your dog’s well-being while aligning with your values of compassion and sustainability.

These special vegan food and treats transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones, celebrating the delicious fusion of ethical choices and mouthwatering flavors. Whether shared with loved ones or savored in solitude, they offer a delectable journey through the world of vegan indulgence.

Handmade Gifts Filled With Heart

Let’s not forget the best category of all: homemade gifts! Let your creativity run wild and made something from the heart—from scratch.

• Baked goods (these gingersnaps and vegan sugar cookies make great gifts)
• A custom-made piece of art (if you’re not an artist you can have something special made on Etsy)
• A hand-knit gift made with vegan yarn
• A love letter, poem, or song
• A self-made coupon book
• Vegan breakfast in bed
• A special homemade candlelit dinner (this vegan Wellington recipe really says “I care!”)
• Homemade bread (like this olive rosemary focaccia) with a sweet note
• Homemade solid perfume
• Vegan hot chocolate mix in a mason jar decorated with a ribbon and cocoa making instructions
• Homemade vegan cake or dairy-free ice cream cake
• An adventure you plan

Salt Dough Ornaments

Make this easy 3-ingredient salt dough from just flour, salt, and water, and craft your own special ornaments! This is a great holiday activity for kids and makes great gifts, gift adornments, or stocking stuffers for grandparents, family, and close friends.

Make Your Own Gift Basket

Vegan Wine and Cheese Gift Basket

Assemble a sophisticated artisan vegan cheeseboard basket complete with an ensemble of gourmet vegan cheeses, a jar of stuffed olives, dried fruit, nuts, and a nice bottle of vegan wine.

Zero-Waste Gift Basket

Let the eco-warrior in your life know you care with the ultimate zero-waste gifts. Create a custom collection of your favorite zero-waste essentials, such as:

• Travel Utensil Set: Say goodbye to single-use plastics with a compact, on-the-go utensil set perfect for eco-conscious dining.
• Glass or Metal Straws: Sip sustainably with elegant and reusable glass or metal straws, reducing plastic waste one sip at a time.
• Reusable Cloth Produce Bags: Shop eco-consciously with reusable produce bags that make trips to the grocery store waste-free.
• Bar Soap: Opt for plastic-free cleanliness with bar soap thoughtfully wrapped in biodegradable paper.
• Bamboo Toothbrush: Upgrade their dental care routine with a bamboo toothbrush, a sustainable alternative to plastic.
• Vegan Lip Balm: Keep lips moisturized and eco-friendly with vegan lip balm in a compostable container.
• Vegan Shampoo Bar: Embrace plastic-free hair care with a vegan shampoo bar in a durable metal tin.
• Reusable Water Bottle or Mug: Stay hydrated on the go with a stainless steel water bottle or enjoy your favorite beverages in a reusable coffee tumbler.
• Eco Living Book: Inspire and educate with the book “Give A Shit” by vegan sustainability advocate Ashlee Piper, a guide to sustainable and compassionate living.

A zero-waste gift basket is not only a thoughtful gesture but also a powerful way to encourage eco-friendly choices and reduce environmental impact. It’s a gift that keeps on giving, inspiring a greener, more sustainable tomorrow.

Vegan S’mores Kit

Make your own s’mores kit complete with a package of vegetarian marshmallows, vegan graham crackers, and some quality vegan chocolate bars. If the gift recipient loves camping, add in some other fun camping gear like a portable hammock, insulated camping mug, rechargeable hand warmers, or a portable camping stove.

Vegan Movie Night Kit

Wrap up a must-see vegan documentary DVD in a gift basket with popcorn, a nutritional yeast shaker, vegan candy (Skittles, Swedish Fish, and Sour Patch Kids are all vegan), a cozy soy candle, and some warm fuzzy socks. Or skip the DVD, pick a Netflix movie, and get ready for a romantic night in!

Homemade Vegan Hot Cocoa Kit

Gift our homemade vegan hot chocolate mix in a mason jar wrapped up with a cute mug and vegan marshmallows. You can add a nice set of measuring spoons with it too!

Exciting Experiences and Adventures

Surprise your loved one with tickets to a concert, event, or a stay at a vegan resort or hotel! You can get tickets to an upcoming Veg Fest (vegan festival) or plan a weekend visit to a local farmed animal sanctuary.

Does your loved one like to travel? If you have the budget, why not surprise them with a fully planned trip to a vegan-friendly destination! Here are just a few of the many vegan-friendly cities below.

• New York City
• San Francisco, California
• Austin, Texas
• Berkeley, California
• Chicago, Illinois
• Oakland, California
• Seattle, Washington
• Kauaii, Hawaii
• London, UK
• Chile

If travel isn’t their thing but they love food, you can get them a gift card to a local vegan restaurant. That’s practically guaranteed to be a home-run.

Charitable Donations and Virtual Adoptions: Gifts that Make a Difference

This vegan gift guide wouldn’t be complete without the heartwarming gesture of charitable donations and virtual adoptions. By gifting these meaningful tokens, you’re not only honoring someone special but also contributing to a cause close to their heart. Here are a few ways to give the gift of compassion:

World Wildlife Fund: Opt for symbolic animal adoptions that include a plush stuffed animal and adoption certificate, offering a unique way to support wildlife conservation.

Farm Sanctuary, Animal Place Sanctuary, and Many More: Numerous animal rescue groups and animal sanctuaries offer similar adoption programs, enabling you to sponsor an animal in need in someone’s honor. Farm Sanctuary and Animal Place Sanctuary are just two examples.

Plant a Tree (or Tree Grove) in Someone’s Honor: A tree planted in their name is a gift that grows, symbolizing life, sustainability, and a lasting impact on the environment.

Vegan Gifts from Vegan Nonprofit Organization Shops: Explore the online shops of various nonprofits, where you’ll find items that give back, aligning with your values while making excellent gifts. Some of our top picks include:

• Farm Sanctuary Shop
• Mercy for Animals Store
• PETA Shop
• Sea Shepherd Merch
• The Humane League Shop
• Woodstock Farm Sanctuary Store
• World Wildlife Fund Gifts

With these compassionate gifts, you not only brighten someone’s day but also contribute to a better world—one filled with kindness and care for all living beings.

Vegan Stocking Stuffers

• Vegan Restaurant Gift Cards
• Cozy Vegan Socks (like the Fair Trade Vegan Socks That Give Back from Conscious Step — we love their rainbow LGBTQ socks, socks that save sloths, socks that plant trees, socks that save dogs, sustainable sock gift sets, and more.)
• Vegan Skincare Products
• Vegan Nail Polish
• Cruelty-Free Lip Balm
• To Go Ware Utensil Set
• Glass straws or Bamboo straws
• Essential Oils (my favorites are peppermint oil, lavender oil, and lemon oil)
• Awesome Magnetic Measuring Spoons (I’ve gifted these to many people!)
• Vegan Pins (like these from vegan shops on Etsy)
• Cute Vegan Stickers (there are lots on Etsy and various online vegan shops)
• Silk-Free Eye Mask
• A Special Christmas Tree Ornament (just watch out for felt which is often made from sheep’s wool)
• A Mini Cruelty-Free Hand Lotion
• Vegan Perfume

Hungry For More Vegan Gift Ideas?

Check out our other gift guides for specific budgets, personalities, and occasions.

• Luxury Vegan Gift Guide
• World of Vegan Shop on Amazon
• Vegan Dessert Cookbooks
• Best Vegan Gift Baskets

This guide to the best vegan gifts is not sponsored by any of the brands or companies mentioned, and we only share products and companies we sincerely adore. Happy gifting! 

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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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When the holidays roll around, the first thing that comes to mind is decorating…or maybe food. Either way, both food and decorations can transform a festive event into something even more magical and memorable. (Although this DIY clay recipe is technically edible, we don’t recommend giving it a try. The amount of salt would be overwhelming!)

If you have kiddies at home who become bored easily (or if the weather is wonky), use this opportunity to create an at-home Art Camp for Kids! This is the perfect time for children (or adults!) to allow their creativity to flow freely. Spend the day mixing up the salt dough (a super sensory activity opportunity) and decorating with delight after the ornaments are done.

Let’s get started!

DIY Clay Tips

Creating your own homemade clay is easier than you think! Although this project may get a little messy, it’s totally worth it. These salt dough ornaments can be exquisite and elegant or super chill and cheezy. They can be cute and cuddly, classic or contemporary, and even silly or scary. There are no rules once the dough is ready.

Before you get started, here are few suggestions to keep the clutter in check:

• Cover Your Space – Find an area in your home (possibly the kitchen) where you can add easy-to-clean cloths or newspaper to spread over your working surface. It might be a good idea to cover your clothing, as well. A kitchen apron or old clothes would work well.
• Collect Creative Tools – Fill small cardboard boxes or plastic containers with a variety of art supplies such as paints, paintbrushes, crayons, markers, small items (rocks, seashells, bells, etc.), glue, and hanging materials (twine, ribbon, lace, etc.). This will make organization less chaotic and can help to keep things contained.
• Cleaning Supplies – Even the neatest person will appreciate having some wet cloths, reusable paper towels, wipes, or perhaps a little brush and dust pan to minimize the mess. Washing hands before and after this project is a must. Especially before adding decorations to your lovely salt dough ornaments.

Holiday Ornament Shape Suggestions

This homemade clay recipe isn’t only for the winter holidays. There are endless ways in which you can personalize this dough to make ornaments of any shape, size, or color. Here is a small list of shape suggestions for every season or celebration. We’d love to hear your ideas, too! Make sure to add them to the comments below.

• Celebrate the Seasons – Be inspired by the myriad of colors in each season. For Fall, make leaf shapes in red, yellow, brown, and orange. In Spring, cut out and paint flowers, umbrellas and birds in soft, pastel shades. The Summer months can be swimsuits, sunshine, and flip flops in the brightest jewel tones. Finally, Winter symbols of snowflakes, snowmen, and candles in soft blues, yellow, and white.
• Best Birthday Ever – Pick out shapes that match the person whose birthday it is. Think about their favorite hobbies, colors, and foods when creating their ornaments. They can be given as mini paperweight gifts, hung together in a row as a bunting in their favorite place, or ask friends and family to write a little loving note on the back in paint or marker as a birthday token.
• Make Festive Days Extra Fancy – These adorable ornaments can be made for any yearly holiday. For instance: Valentine’s Day (hearts, cupids, lips), Easter (bunnies, baskets, birds), New Year’s (champagne bottle, horns, year numbers), Halloween (pumpkins, witches, candy), Thanksgiving (corn, friends, pie), or even the First Day of School (pencils, letters, school bus). The ideas are endless!

How To Decorate Your Salt Dough Ornaments

This is the most thrilling part! Use your brain power to come up with your best and most brilliant ideas. You can do it! These are only some suggestions for decorating. The ideas are infinite!

To double check whether the art supplies you’re using are vegan-friendly, make sure to consult our Vegan Art Supply Guide!

• Glitter (or, better yet, Eco Glitter!)
• Acrylic Paint
• Dried Flowers or Herbs (lavender buds, bay leaves, dried flowers, cloves, etc.)
• Sprinkles
• Markers
• Edible Spray Paint
• Add a Printed Photo
• Lace, Yarn or Ribbons
• Sea Glass
• Googly Eyes
• Beads
• Stamps or stencils
• Embossing letters
• Little Bells
• Natural Items (small needles, leaves, sticks, etc.)

Helpful Hint: If you wish for your salt dough ornaments to last more than a year, consider spraying them with a clear acrylic sealer or painting on a layer or two of Mod Podge. Remember to let dry thoroughly before storing.

Scented Salt Dough Ornaments

Why not add a little something special to your ornament before baking? Include several drops (or sprinkles) of a natural scent to the unbaked dough to boost these salt dough decorations up a notch. Here a few scent recipes to get you started:

• Lavender & Rosemary – 9 drops of lavender essential oil + 6 drops of rosemary essential oil or extract. Wonderfully herbal!
• Orange & Cinnamon – 15 drops of orange essential oil (or extract) + ½-1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. This will give your ornament a delicious, spicy scent, as well as a warm, light brown shade.
• Peppermint & Vanilla – 5 drops of peppermint + 10 drops of vanilla essential oil or extract. Sweet and cool, just like a candy cane!

Note: Make sure to mix in the scented oils, extracts, or spices well into the dough before cutting and baking. If the scent is not strong enough when done, you can always use a paintbrush to brush more onto the back of the salt dough ornament (in case of staining) and let dry.

Four Tips For Hanging Up Your Salt Dough Ornaments

Hanging an ornament (for any occasion) should be fun, not frustrating and fiddly. If you follow these tips, you’ll find yourself looking forward to this step every year. No need to worry!

Use Strong, Reliable Materials

Skimping on the string or using ratty, old ribbon won’t do, friends! If it looks worn out or is breaking apart, put it in the compost or leave out for the birds. Go for good stuff such as: kitchen cotton string, hemp twine, linen cord, satin ribbon, metal ornament hooks (not the flimsy kind), or even rubber bands.

Be Careful About the Hole Placement

When adding the hole to the unbaked ornament, make sure that the hole is not too close to the top. If it is, chances are that the hole may either close up or not be sturdy enough to hold the ornament’s weight once out of the oven. Place the hole at least ¼-½ inch down from the tippy top.

Hang To Your Heart’s Content

Choose between a tree (either natural, artificial or even a small, metal tabletop tree just for ornaments), a wooden, expandable hat rack, or simply anywhere in your home that can hold a little bit of weight. Other unique ideas include door knobs, chair arms, banana trees, chandeliers, mug rack, or even your rear view car mirror! Find that special place and make it a tradition to add it there every year.

Bring Out The Bunting

Instead of arranging the ornaments individually on a tree, hook, or stand, you can tie or sew them onto a sturdy cord (like a cotton clothesline) or to a long length of seam binding (you can find it at any fabric store). Then, simply attach each end securely to the edges of a doorway, across a fireplace mantle or over a window curtain rod. Bunting makes everything more exciting!

Handprint Clay Creations

Make your own homemade clay handprint at home! Swap out cookie cutters for fingers, hands, or paws! These can be such wonderful and thoughtful gifts for family members and friends, as well as to commemorate significant life events and occasions.

• New Baby
• Pets
• First Day of School
• Anniversaries
• Birthdays

To create these lovely, personalized clay pieces, make the salt dough as usual. But, instead of cutting out small, individual shapes, roll out the dough into one large shape. Place on a sheet of parchment paper. Try to keep the dough to around ½” thickness. Clean and dry the selected hand, finger, thumb, or paw (or item) well. Press the chosen part into the dough so that there’s a definite depression, but not all the way to the bottom. Remove very gently.

Lift the parchment paper off of the counter and place onto a baking sheet. Bake as for the salt dough ornaments. You may choose not to flip the piece over in the middle of baking. If you feel nervous that your creation might crack or break, simply turn the baking sheet around 180 degrees and continue baking. It’s not completely necessary for it to be flipped onto the other side. When done, let cool as directed and decorate!

Step-By-Step Tutorial

To make these easy homemade clay ornaments all you need are three simple ingredients: all-purpose flour, salt, and water! That’s it!

Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F or the lowest temperature your oven will go to.

In a medium to large mixing bowl, add the flour, salt, and water and mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon or your hands. Once a dough forms, keep kneading it for a few minutes, adding a sprinkle of flour as needed if the dough becomes too sticky.

Step 2:

Once the dough has a soft, mostly dry texture, allow it to rest in the bowl for 20-30 minutes.

Step 3:

When ready, sprinkle a little flour on the counter top or cutting board and roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness.

Step 4:

Press cookie cutters into the dough surface, spacing them in a way that allows you to use up as much space as possible. Carefully peel away excess dough and transfer the cut shapes to a parchment lined baking sheet. Continue cutting out ornaments (occasionally reforming dough and rolling it back out when you only have scraps left) and placing them on the baking sheet until all of the dough has been used up.

Step 5:

Use a straw or large wooden skewer to make a clearly defined hole near the top of the cut shapes.

This is also the time to use any stamps or embossing letters if you have them.

Step 6:

Place on a middle rack of the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

Using a spatula, carefully flip the ornaments over and bake for another 30 minutes or until the shapes feel firm. Depending on your oven, it may take more or less than 30 minutes. Keep checking every 5 minutes or so. Don’t let the ornaments become brown.

Step 7:

Take the baking sheet out of the oven and allow the ornaments to cool completely before removing from the tray.

Step 8:

Decorate any way you like (adding paint, glitter, accessories, etc.) and thread a piece of ribbon or string through the top hole of the ornament. Enjoy!

Salt Dough Ornament Q&A

More Arts & Crafts Ideas and Vegan Recipes for Kids

Being creative can be hard work, so here is additional inspiration for both vegan art supplies and vegan kids’ snacks. Once you’re done filling their minds with amazing art, fill up their bellies with healthy, delicious vegan snacks. These Peanut Butter & Jelly Thumbprint Cookies are an art project and fun food in one recipe—give them a try!

• Vegan Art Supplies
• Homemade Playdough
• Kids Activity Book and Printable Maze
• DIY Summer Camp for Kids
• Vegan Coloring Page
• Are Crayola Markers Vegan?
• Are Crayola Crayons Vegan?
• Cloud Dough

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Salt Dough Ornaments

Celebrate extra special occasions with these nostalgic, salt dough ornaments! Simple ingredients, easy to make and fun to decorate. These make wonderful keepsakes for future holidays and is a lovely tradition to start with your family. 

Course Craft

Cuisine American

Keyword Christmas, Easter, holidays

Prep Time 40 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes

Servings 15 3″ ornaments

Author Gina House

Equipment

• Baking Sheet
• Parchment Paper
• Spatula (for flipping ornaments over)
• Cookie Cutters (any shapes and sizes you wish)

Ingredients

• 2 cups All purpose flour (plus an extra 1/2 cup for rolling out dough)
• 1 cup Table Salt (not Kosher salt or other chunkier salts)
• 1 cup Warm Water (should be a little warmer than room temperature)
• Twine or other string for hanging the ornaments

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F or the lowest temperature your oven will go to.
• In a medium to large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of flour, salt, and water. Mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon or your hands. Keep kneading the dough in the bowl for a few minutes. Add a sprinkle of extra flour if the dough is too sticky.
• Once the dough has a soft, mostly dry texture, let the dough sit in the bowl for 20-30 minutes.
• Sprinkle a little flour on the counter top or cutting board and roll out the dough to ¼” thickness.
• Press cookie cutters into the dough surface, making sure to arrange them in a way so that you can use up as much space as possible. Peel away excess dough and carefully add the cut shapes to a parchment lined baking sheet. Continue cutting out ornaments (occasionally reforming dough and rolling it back out when you only have scraps left) and placing them on the baking sheet until all of the dough has been used up.
• Use a straw to make a clearly defined hole near the top of the cut shapes.
• Place on a middle rack of the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
• Using the spatula, carefully flip the ornaments over and bake for another 30 minutes or until the shapes feel firm. Depending on your oven, it may take more or less than 30 minutes. Keep checking every 5 minutes or so. Don't let the ornaments become brown.
• Take the baking sheet out of the oven and allow the ornaments to rest on the baking sheet until completely cool.
• Decorate any way you like (adding paint, glitter, accessories, etc.) and thread a piece of ribbon or string through the top hole of the ornament. Enjoy!

Notes

Use lengths of raffia, cotton kitchen string, twine, yarn, metal ornament hooks, or anything you like for hanging the ornament securely.

This salt dough ornament recipe was developed and written by Gina House and edited by Rachel Lessenden. Photos by Amanda McGillicuddy for World of Vegan, all rights reserved.

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The centerpiece to any great celebration is always cake. While all cakes are invited to my parties, absolutely nothing beats this vegan ice cream cake. Stacked up high with layers of creamy vegan ice cream and chopped nuts, tucked in a crust made from blended Oreos, and decorated with chocolate drizzle or frosting and with sprinkles, every slice is a riot of flavors, colors, and textures. Whether it’s summer or winter, every last bite will be gleefully gobbled up before a single drop can melt away.

It may sound like an impossible dream once you’ve gone vegan, but you’ll be thrilled to discover that’s not the case! Making your own ice cream cake without any dairy or eggs is surprisingly easy, if not downright fun. This recipe comes from The Vegan Friendly Cookbook by Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto. It’s a recipe passed down from Toni’s mother-in-law, Jolene Shapiro. Enjoy!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No experience necessary – Not a baker? Never made ice cream before? No problem! The most important skill you need here is patience since it simply takes time for the layers to set properly. Everything else is more assembly than cooking. You can even get the kids in the kitchen to help!
• Make ahead – Since this cake can just chill out in the freezer until it’s party time, not only can it be made well in advance, but it’s also much better if you do. That will ensure it’s perfectly set and sliceable while you have a chance to enjoy the party.
• Any flavor goes – Mix and match to make your favorite combinations. Absolutely any ice cream is fair game, which you can then pair with all your favorite cookies, candies, and sweet toppings.
• Gluten-free options – Double check labels and select gluten-free cookies to make this a treat for those with celiac disease too.
• Crowd-pleasing – This one is foolproof. Who could resist the lure of ice cream cake? Young or old, vegan or not, everyone will LOVE this treat.

Key Ingredients in this Ice Cream Cake

Vegan ice cream: I scream, you scream, we all scream for vegan ice cream! Whether it’s made from oats, soy, coconut, pea protein, or any combination, everything goes here. Just make sure that you picking up a full pint (16 ounces) and not a downsized container, since some manufacturers have started packaging a scant 14 ounces at a time to boost their bottom line.

Oreo-style cookies: Chocolate wafer cookies with a vanilla crème filling is the classic combination, but you have plenty of opportunities to add even more flavor to this layer! And yes, Oreos are vegan! You can also find other brands like Back to Nature. You’ll just blend these up with vegan butter in the food processor to create your delicious cake crust.

Vegan butter: Since vegan butter becomes solid at cold temperatures, it acts as a binder here for the crust, while preventing the cookie layer from getting too soggy.

Chopped peanuts: Go nuts! For a crunchy, salty contrast to the sweet and creamy ice cream, classic peanuts always satisfy. If you have a nut allergy, though, you can always swap them out for pepitas, sunflower seeds, or simply more sandwich cookies.

Melted chocolate: For aesthetics and flavor, you can’t top a generous drizzle of chocolate. This could be just straight up melted chocolate, chocolate ganache, homemade magic shell, or even chocolate syrup.

Chocolate and buttercream frosting: Don’t leave your creation naked; frosting is a fun and easy way to make it look amazing. If you don’t want to make your own, you could take a shortcut here with store-bought frosting too. Most flavors of Duncan Hines frosting are “accidentally” vegan, but always check labels to make sure.

Sprinkles: Add a dose of magic and happiness to your dairy-free ice cream cake by shaking on your favorite brand of vegan sprinkles! These days there are lots of colorful sprinkles, sparkly sprinkles, and all sorts of fun-shaped sprinkles that are made without the dreaded confectioners glaze (which isn’t vegan). Yay, sprinkles!   

Flavor Combination Ideas

Not sure where to start, or simply overwhelmed by the endless possibilities? Here’s a cheat sheet for some of our favorite pairings.

• Cookie Monster: Cookie dough ice cream on the top and bottom, crunchy chocolate chip cookies, vanilla frosting. Top with whole, mini chocolate chip cookies, or Cookie Crisp Cereal pieces!
• Neapolitan: Strawberry ice cream, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sandwich cookies, and chocolate and vanilla frosting. Top with fresh strawberries and mini chocolate chips.
• Grasshopper: Mint chocolate chip ice cream, chocolate ice cream, mint-chocolate sandwich cookies, and chocolate frosting.
• Chocolate-Covered Strawberry/Cherry: Chocolate ice cream, strawberry or cherry ice cream, double chocolate sandwich cookies, and chocolate frosting. Top with lots of melted chocolate and fresh strawberries or maraschino cherries.

Recipe for Success

If this is your first time making an ice cream cake, don’t sweat it! Here are some tips to party-perfect results.

1. Make sure the ice cream has been “tempered” before adding it to the cake pan. That means slightly softened. All you need to do is let it sit out at room temperature for about 10 minutes so it’s not frozen solid, but not yet melted. This makes it much easier to spread smoothly.
2. Press the ice cream layers down firmly to remove any air bubbles for an even, flush fill.
3. Keep your kitchen as cold as possible so the ice cream doesn’t melt while you work with it. If that’s not possible, take breaks between each step, putting your cake back into the freezer to re-solidify.
4. To make cutting the cake easier when it’s all said and done, run your knife under hot water before each slice, wiping the blade off on a clean kitchen towel to keep the cuts neat.

Tips for Storing and Saving Your Ice Cream Cake

Make your cake well in advance of your party so you can simply enjoy the festivities. Keep it in the pan to prevent any other items from bumping into it, cover with a layer of plastic wrap, and label clearly. It should keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.

When you’re ready to serve, transfer it to the fridge and let sit for 20 – 30 minutes before slicing so it’s not rock solid. Add any fresh fruits or final garnishes right before bringing it out to the table.

Return any uneaten pieces back to the freezer immediately so they don’t melt away!

More Frozen Dessert and Vegan Ice Cream Recipes

If you’re looking for more delicious vegan dessert recipes, take a peek at our favorites below. You can also find amazing vegan bakeries and bakers who ship nationwide! What at time to be alive.

• Vegan Matcha Chip Ice Cream
• Vegan Creamsicles
• 3-Ingredient Watermelon Gelato
• Vegan Rocky Road Ice Cream
• Chocolate-Dipped Banana Pops
• Minimalist Mango Berry Nice Cream
• Vegan Drumsticks

If you’re more of a frosty froyo fan, make sure to check out our guide to the best dairy-free frozen yogurts (plus recipes!)

Equipment You’ll Need

• Food processor: to blitz the cookies together to make the crust.
• Springform pan: to press the cake into and be able to get it out once it’s frozen solid!
• Parchment paper: to prevent sticking.

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Vegan Ice Cream Cake (Dairy-Free)

The only thing better than our vegan birthday cake recipe is this vegan ice cream cake! Made with store-bought pints of vegan ice cream reshaped into a double-level ice cream cake with an Oreo cookie crust and a layer of crunchy chopped peanuts, this is everyone’s favorite cake. And guess what? It takes less than 30 minutes to make! No baking — this is the vegan easiest cake recipe you’ll ever make. The recipe commes from The Friendly Vegan Cookbook and originated in the kitchen of Jolene Shapiro, a masterful vegan mama who was thrilled to share her widely loved recipe. Enjoy!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free ice cream cake, ice cream cake, vegan ice cream cake recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Freezing time 12 hours hours

Total Time 12 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 305kcal

Author Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto

Ingredients

• 2 1-pint containers vegan vanilla ice cream (or flavor of your choice)
• 2 1-pint containers vegan ice cream in a flavor other than vanilla (we recommend using the same flavor, but feel free to go wild and mix it up if you prefer)
• 1 14.3-ounce package Oreos (or nutter butters or other vegan cream filled sandwich cookies)
• ½ cup vegan butter at room temperature
• 2 cups chopped peanuts or another package of cookies that you can lay flat for the middle layer, divided

Instructions

• Take the ice cream out of the refrigerator and allow it to thaw on the counter while you prepare the crust.
• In the bowl of a food processor, combine the whole package of cookies and the vegan butter. Process until thoroughly combined.
• Line a springform pan (8 inches wide × 3½ inches deep) with parchment paper. To do so, cut one piece of parchment to the size of the bottom of the pan, and cut another strip to wrap around the sides.
• Using your hands, evenly press the cookie mixture into a thin layer on the bottom of the pan. (This will leave the sides of the cake exposed so you can see the layers, but if you’re worried about the ice cream melting, you can press the cookie mixture up the sides of the pan, too, for a crust that will keep the ice cream well contained while serving.)
• Scoop the vanilla ice cream out of the cartons and spread it into an even layer over the cookie mixture.
• Evenly spread 2 cups of the chopped peanuts (or sandwich cookies laid flat) over the vanilla ice cream.
• Scoop the other-flavored ice cream over the peanuts and spread it into an even layer. (If you added cookie mixture to the sides of your pan and there is any excess reaching above the sides of the ice cream, cut the excess away so the cookie mixture is level with the ice cream cake.) Lay a piece of parchment paper over the open top of the springform pan, and press the parchment against the ice cream until it’s tightly packed.
• Place the ice cream cake in the freezer and allow it to harden overnight or for at least 12 hours.
• Remove the ice cream cake from the freezer, invert it onto a plate, and undo the springform pan. Flip the cake onto a serving plate or cake stand.
• Top the cake with any of the optional decorations. Serve the cake immediately or return it to the freezer until you are ready to serve.

Notes

• Optional Decorations – melted chocolate, chocolate shell, chocolate glaze, vegan rainbow sprinkles, chocolate or buttercream frosting, chopped peanuts, and/or fruit.
• Presentation Tip – “If presentation is important and you want clean lines, then pop the bottom layer of vanilla ice cream back into the freezer to firm up before adding the next layer of ice cream on top.” —Emily R.

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

This vegan ice cream cake recipe was created by Jolene Shapiro and originally published in The Friendly Vegan Cookbook by Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto. Gorgeous vegan ice cream cake photos by the incredibly gifted vegan photographer Zhoro Apostolov.

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This almond milk and strawberry smoothie recipe couldn’t be easier to blend together using just a handful of ingredients you likely have in your freezer and pantry already. And it’s healthy, too! What are we waiting for? Let’s get blending!

Superstar Smoothie Ingredients

Ever wonder why fruit smoothies are even better when you include plant milks and seeds? If you think about it, a simple smoothie can be a powerhouse of positive nutrition in a single glass.

Frozen Strawberries

Strawberries are the star of this smoothie show! Berries boost your vitamin C, fiber intake, and particularly polyphenols (known also as awesome antioxidants). You can use store bought frozen strawberries, or fresh strawberries that you freeze yourself! If you freeze the strawberries yourself, just make sure they are fully frozen before making this smoothie.

Ripe Spotty Bananas

A smoothie staple! Bananas help create a sweet, rich, thick, creamy, milkshake-like consistency in any smoothie. They also have fantastic levels of fiber, potassium, and vitamin B6. This is the ingredient that makes your smoothie s-m-o-o-t-h.

The perfect bananas for smoothies are very ripe and spotty. The more you allow bananas to ripen, the sweeter they get!

Ground Flaxseed Meal (Flaxmeal)

Ground flax is a vegan pantry staple. It can be used as an egg replacer in baking recipes, and added to numerous recipes! We add flax to this smoothie as a healthy source of omega-3 fats which are critical for brain health. If you don’t have flaxmeal, you can simply leave it out!

Rolled Oats

Why add oats? Something magical happens when you mix rolled oats with soy milk. This plant-based milk mixture becomes extra creamy and even more delicious. The trick to this is that you do need a high-speed blender to make this happen. It’s totally worth it!

If you have a high-powered blender, you can add the oats raw and they will blend smooth. If you’re working with a lower power blender, add the milk and oats first, and allow them to rest in the blender for 15 minutes before adding your other ingredients and blending. This will soften the oats for easier blending and a creamier result!

As a whole grain, oats provide much needed soluble fiber (beta-glucan, the best kind!), B vitamins, and minerals. 

Almond Milk

Supercharged with vitamins and give your smoothie that lovely rich flavor with almond milk. This recipe calls for unsweetened almond milk, since the two ripe bananas bring plenty of sweetness to the smoothie already, but any type will work! If you don’t have almond milk on hand, you can use any variety of plant-based milk in this recipe.

How to Serve Up This Strawberry Smoothie

Although smoothies are usually a solitary snack or single breakfast, you might be wanting to add a little something extra. Here are some suggestions for your Strawberries ‘n’ Cream Smoothie:

Always Okay to Add Berries – You can never go wrong by adding more berries to your breakfast. Sliced strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, or even cherries bring some sweetness, fiber, and vitamin C when sprinkled over the surface of your smoothie. 

Power Up With Protein Powder – If you need this mixture to keep you full for most of the morning, try adding a scoop of vegan protein powder—like these brands.

A Nod to Chopped Nuts – Experiment with texture by topping with a few candied walnuts or your favorite nuts. This will add healthy fat, fiber, and protein to your smoothie and make it into more of a meal.

Blend It Into a Bowl – Add a little less liquid and you’ll have the perfect creamy consistency for a smoothie bowl. Add some shredded coconut, a spoonful of chocolate hazelnut spread, and a few slices of fresh strawberries or banana. Beautiful!

Want Whipped Cream? No problem! If you have a can of coconut milk in your cupboard, you’re all set to go. You can use the spray cans from the grocery store, but homemade coconut whipped cream is just heavenly!

Simple Storing Options

Smoothies are best consumed fresh within the first 15 minutes of blending, and we highly recommend adjusting the recipe to fit your appetite so no smoothie goes to waste.

If you need to save your almond milk strawberry smoothie leftovers, they can be saved in the fridge for in a covered container, but the texture and flavor will change. If you have an insulated water bottle or thermos, that would be even better for keeping your remaining smoothie cool and fresh in the fridge.

When you’re ready for the smoothie, a good idea is to blend your leftovers with a small handful of frozen fruit to get your smoothie thick and creamy again, especially if the consistency looks a little thin. Best to use the fruit already in your smoothie, but you can also branch out and try something new. 

More Super Smoothies or Fresh Juices to Try

• Pineapple Banana Smoothie
• Mango Spinach Smoothie
• Blackberry Smoothie
• Gingerbread Smoothie
• Mango Pineapple Smoothie
• Fresh Strawberry Juice
• Red Raspberry Smoothie
• Tropical Mango Banana Smoothie

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Almond Milk Strawberry Smoothie (Without Yogurt)

This easy 5-ingredient almond milk strawberry smoothie is a team favorite! It's thick and velvety like a strawberry milkshake that's secretly healthy. And it's made without yogurt, as the rolled oats make it extra creamy and extra filling as a quick-fix breakfast that's vegan-friendly and dairy-free!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword breakfast smoothie, creamy vegan smoothie, smoothie with oats, strawberry smoothie, vegan smoothie

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 people

Calories 529kcal

Author Michelle Cehn

Equipment

• 1 High Speed Blender

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond milk
• ¼ cup rolled oats
• 2 cups frozen strawberries
• 2 large ripe bananas not frozen
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal

Instructions

• In a high-powered blender (such as a Vitamix) add the almond milk and rolled oats and blend on high until smooth.
• Add the frozen strawberries, ripe bananas, and flaxseed meal, and blend on high until completely smooth and pale pink in color.

Notes

• Want to add vegan protein powder? It will blend beautifully into this smoothie—although I’ll usually add an additional splash of water to thin it out. This is also a very sweet smoothie, so sweetened protein powders can be a tad overpowering.

Nutrition

Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 104g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 1836mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 712IU | Vitamin C: 193mg | Calcium: 389mg | Iron: 4mg

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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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Savoring spoonfuls of sweet vegan pudding sounds like the perfect way to spend a self-care day. Grab your best bowl, find your favorite book (or movie), and give your belly the best dessert its had in months! Add a few pieces of fresh fruit on top and you may find that most of your cares just melt away.

What Is Tapioca?

For those of you who have never heard of (or tried) this interesting ingredient in all of your life, let me give you the 411 on tapioca: 

• Tapioca is made of dried starch from the cassava root (mmm…the chips are soo good!).
• It is a pure starch with little nutritional value, but also has no fat.
• Whatever form it comes in (pearls, powder, or flakes), it is gluten-free and grain-free.
• The best uses of tapioca include: tapioca puddings, breads, desserts, and as a thickener or binding agent.

Tapioca comes in several forms, including:

• tapioca pearls (small pearl and large pearl)
• boba (aka “bubbles”)
• powders (like tapioca flour or tapioca starch)
• tapioca flakes or granules
• tapioca pudding snack packs (most aren’t vegan, but you can make your own with this recipe!)

In this recipe we use small pearl tapioca which can be found at many grocery stores and online.

Is Tapioca Vegan?

If you’re a tapioca fan, you’ll be pleased to hear that it is 100% vegan. Derived from the starch of the cassava root and processed without the use of any animal products makes this ingredient completely vegan! It can thicken and have similar consistency to gelatin, but does not contain any gelatin, dairy, or eggs!

Keep in mind that tapioca itself is vegan, but it may be added to non-vegan foods such as pudding made with egg and dairy products or bubble tea made with milk. Check the ingredient label to be sure, or make your own vegan tapioca pudding (recipe below) and boba tea to play it safe!

Star Ingredients In This Vegan Tapioca Pudding

Tapioca Pearls

This recipe calls for small pearl tapioca (like this), which are small, perfectly round hard balls made of uncooked tapioca. When you cook these, they absorb liquid and flavor and turn into chewy gelatinous balls that make up a delicious pudding. 

Note that the size of the tapioca pearls will determine the cooking time. If you use a size other than small pearl tapioca you may need to adjust the cooking time (follow the package instructions). 

Plant-Based Milk

We add a cup and a half of plant-based milk to this recipe. Any dairy free milk will work! Almond milk, soy milk, cashew milk, flaxseed milk, and beyond. It can be sweetened or unsweetened, vanilla or plain. Those slight differences in flavor won’t significantly impact the pudding in the end, since we are also adding sugar and vanilla extract. 

Full-Fat Coconut Milk

The coconut milk is key in this recipe, and it’s important to get the full-fat kind! Avoid the low-fat labels. This creamy milk will create the thick creamy pudding when combined with the other ingredients. The tapioca pudding will have a slight coconut flavor, which we love! 

How to Serve Up Your Vegan Tapioca Pudding Recipe

Tapioca pudding has such a simple, neutral flavor that it’s easy to add all sorts of toppings and it will taste terrific. Be bold, be brave, and be daring in how you partake your pudding!

Bring on the Berries – Berries are the perfect tangy topping for your tapioca. Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or even cherries are a good choice. You might consider our Strawberry Rhubarb Compote, too.

Sprinkle With Some Cinnamon –  Cinnamon sugar is a sensible option that adds extra sweetness and little bit of spice. Just mix ¼ cup of granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon (Vietnamese is lovely!) and you’ll have the most delightful dusting for your dessert.

Coconut Cream Is Always a Dream –  You may have noticed that I add coconut whipped cream to almost every dessert. The simple reason is that I love it and I think its creamy, thick texture is just the thing to make any sweet course complete. 

Tango With Mango – Mango makes a wonderful match with this particular pudding! After the tapioca has cooled a little, feel free to include any amount of chopped fresh (or defrosted frozen) mango. If you’re eating the pudding warm, I would add warm mango and cool mango for a cold pudding. For extra zest, squeeze a tiny bit of lime juice on top.

Always Choose Chocolate – If you’re a chocolate lover, you’re in luck! There’s no simpler way to make this pudding more pleasant than by adding dairy-free chocolate chips or chunks. For this recipe, stir in one cup of chips or chunks just before the pudding is done cooking. Make sure that you mix well.

How to Store Leftover Tapioca Pudding

If stored in a covered container in the fridge, this vegan tapioca pudding recipe should stay fresh for a couple of days. If you’d like the pudding to last a little longer, I would suggest spooning out several portions into separate containers (like ramekins) instead of keeping the pudding in a single serving. Make sure to cover with a small plate, plastic wrap, or cloth.

Tapioca is also one of the few puddings that you can freeze. The freezing process won’t affect the texture or flavor very much at all. Place in a covered freezer safe dish, silicone bag, or freezer bag. Seal tightly. It will last up to three months if stored correctly. Thaw in the refrigerator.

More Delicious Vegan Dessert Recipes

• Dig your spoon into a thick, creamy, and velvety Silken Chocolate Pudding, quick-and-easy Vegan Pudding or classically sweet Vegan Chia Seed Pudding.
• Enjoy a Vegan Rum Raisin Tapioca Pudding for a change of pace from the usual. It’s a delicious and exciting variation!
• For an easy foolproof pie, make this No Bake Chocolate Pie with Graham Cracker Crust that only requires 4 ingredients!
• Perfect Vegan Lemon Custard is for the lemon lovers looking for a creamy treat with no baking required.

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Vegan Tapioca Pudding

Vegan tapioca pudding is surprisingly easy to make. Mix 6 simple ingredients together in a pot, whisk as they simmer for a half hour, and voila! You've got creamy, sweet, chewy, delicious vegan tapioca pudding. Dish it up in fancy ramekins topped with fresh berries or fruit compote and serve it up to friends—or just sneak spoonfuls straight out of the fridge any time you need a sweet treat. It's delicious either way!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free tapioca pudding, vegan tapioca pudding, vegan tapioca pudding recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 161kcal

Author Michelle Cehn | World of Vegan

Ingredients

• 1½ cups plant-based milk any variety
• ½ cup small pearl tapioca
• 1 13.5-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

• In a medium saucepan, add the plant-based milk, tapioca pearls, coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla extract, and salt and whisk until well combined. 
• Turn heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, whisking regularly to prevent sticking.
• Once boiling, reduce heat to the lowest setting and allow to simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
• Remove from heat, transfer to a glass container, and allow to cool. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. 

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Notes

Tapioca pudding is traditionally served cold, but it’s actually delicious straight off the stove! Feel free to spoon yourself a ramekin of vegan pudding before you refrigerate the rest.

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg

This Vegan Tapioca Pudding recipe was developed by Michelle Cehn. Vegan food photography by J.J Steele, and the article was written by Gina House and edited by Amanda Meth.

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Store-bought cakes can’t hold a candle to these boldly chocolate beauties, but they’re even easier to make than jumping in the car for a grocery run. Top them with your favorite buttercream frosting and you’ve got a foolproof hit on your hands.

Why These Are The Best Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate cupcakes should be an easy sell, but if you need further convincing, consider the following points that make this particular recipe worth your attention:

• One bowl, one spatula. Maximize the flavor with minimal dishes to wash afterwards.
• Accessible and affordable. These are ingredients that everyone can find in any market. No one should have to go without cupcakes, after all.
• Universally beloved. You’re never too old nor too young to appreciate a homemade chocolate cupcake. This remains true across all cultures, demographics, and social status.
• Ready in 45 minutes or less. Who needs a mix when you can start from scratch without missing a beat? Last minute deadlines are no match against this almost instant treat!

Key Ingredients

You’re never more than eight ingredients away from fresh, luscious, homemade vegan chocolate cupcakes—and that’s including salt and water! These are the basics to stock up on:

Flour: All-purpose flour really can do everything, from making hearty loaves of bread to soft cookies and cakes. Seek out unbleached flour, which hasn’t been chemically treated and retains a high protein content.

Sugar: Standard granulated white sugar is best for a clean, balanced sweetness without any aftertaste.

Cocoa: Natural, unsweetened cocoa powder, not Dutched cocoa powder is best for this recipe. Dutched cocoa has been alkalized to make it darker and give it a rounder chocolate flavor, but it won’t rise as well with acidic ingredients, so you may end up with flatter, denser cupcakes if you use it here.

Vegan butter: Spring for the good stuff and make it count! The right vegan butter can make or break a dessert and with so few ingredients to hide behind, you can really taste it in this recipe. Look for one with a blend of vegetable oils in it which helps recreate a similar butter texture.

Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar is the not-so-secret ingredient that creates an airy rise and more flavorful baked goods overall. You won’t taste the overt twang of vinegar since it’s such a small, but important, addition.

How To Make

Step One: Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F and line a cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners and set it aside.

Step Two: In a large mixing bowl, sift in the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step Three: In a small, microwave-safe bowl, gently melt the butter until just melted. Don’t let it get hot. Then, stir in the apple cider vinegar and vanilla extract. 

Step Four: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the melted vegan butter mixture, then pour the room temperature water over top. 

Step Five: Using a spatula, gently fold the ingredients together until just combined and the batter looks slightly bubbly. Use a whisk to work out any clumps if needed. 

Step Six: Transfer the batter to the lined cupcake pan, distributing the batter evenly.

Step Seven: Bake the cupcakes on the center rack for 22-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with no wet batter. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Tips For Success

Cupcakes are a great recipe to start baking with! You can’t fail with this simple formula, no experience required. For the best results every time, here are some quick tips to remember:

• Sift the dry ingredients to remove any clumps, because no one likes a mouthful of unmixed flour.
• Bake the cupcakes on the center rack in your oven to cook more evenly.
• Wait for the cupcakes to be completely cool before frosting them. For the best results, chill them in the fridge for at least an hour if possible. This will prevent the frosting from melting on contact while keeping the cake firmer, and thus less prone to tearing during application.

How To Store Your Chocolate Cupcakes

These vegan chocolate cupcakes store well at either room temperature or refrigerated for up to a few days. If you can get your hands on a handy cupcake storage container, this will help protect your little frosted beauties. Keep in an airtight container to preserve freshness.

If making cupcakes in advance, hold off frosting until the day of for best results.

Flavorful Ideas And Additions

Chocolate pairs beautifully with almost anything you can think of, from fruits to herbs and spices. Jazz up your next batch with a few fun, flavorful twists.

• Mocha latte: Replace the water with strong brewed coffee or espresso.
• Mint chocolate chip: Add 1 teaspoon peppermint extract and ¼ cup finely chopped chocolate or mini chocolate chips.
• Chocolate orange: Replace the water with orange juice and add 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest.
• Chocolate-covered strawberry: Add ½ cup finely chopped fresh strawberries and swirl 1 – 2 teaspoons seedless strawberry jam into each individual cupcake.
• Gingerbread blackout: Replace the natural cocoa with black cocoa, replace the granulated sugar with dark brown sugar, and add 1 tablespoon gingerbread spices.
• German chocolate: Add ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut and ¼ cup roughly chopped toasted pecans.

FAQs

More Homemade Vegan Cake Recipes To Try

• Don’t wait for spring to make these adorable Vegan Easter Cupcakes With Lemon Buttercream Frosting. They’re almost too cute to eat, but entirely too delicious not to.
• If you’re looking for the Tastiest Vegan Carrot Cake Recipe Ever, you’ve come to the right place. This combination of carrots, walnuts, almond flour, and cardamom is delicate and aromatic, yet deceptively simple to make.
• Everyone should have a Basic Vanilla Sponge Cake recipe in their baking repertoire, and this one will never let you down. Light and fluffy, it’s perfect for pairing with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream.
• Elegant and understated, this Vegan Lemon Olive Oil Cake is perfect for a casual midday snack or low-key dinner party. Plan ahead because it’s even better the next day!
• For a fun twist on this chocolate cupcake recipe try these Vegan Matcha Cupcakes which are perfect for St. Patty’s Day or whenever you want a fun green color!
• Searching for a festive way to serve your cake as an appetizer or on-the-go gift? Try these adorable and delicious Vegan Cake Pops!

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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

These vegan chocolate cupcakes are absolutely to die for. A chocolate base combined with the vanilla vegan buttercream frosting are a match made in heaven!  

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free chocolate cupcakes, vegan chocolate cupcake recipe, vegan chocolate cupcakes

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 12 Cupcakes

Calories 182kcal

Author Michelle Cehn | World of Vegan

Ingredients

Chocolate Cupcakes

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• pinch salt
• 6 tablespoons vegan butter melted but not hot
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup water room temperature

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners and set it aside.
• Sift the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt into a large mixing bowl and set aside. 
• Gently melt the vegan butter until it is just melted, but don’t let it get hot. 
• Add the melted vegan butter to a small bowl, along with the apple cider vinegar and vanilla extract and mix it to combine.
• Create a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the liquid ingredient mixture. Before mixing, pour all of the water on top as well. 
• Gently fold the ingredients together with a spatula until it’s combined. The batter will appear slightly bubbly. If there are any clumps you can work them gently with a whisk if needed. 
• Distribute the batter evenly between the cupcake liners. 
• Bake the cupcakes for around 22 – 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Storage – Store the cupcakes in the fridge or at room temperature for up to a few days. 

Frosting Suggestion – This vanilla vegan buttercream frosting pairs perfectly with these vegan chocolate cupcakes!

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

Vegan chocolate cupcakes photos by Amanda McGillicuddy for World of Vegan, all rights reserved.

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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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