15 of Our FAVORITE Vegan Snacks (Updated 2024)

Whether you are a “sweet” or “salty” type of snacker, there are really a LOT of choices available to you when it comes to vegan snacks!

Here is a list of the top 15 vegan snacks we’re noshing on in 2024. This will be a mix of off-the-shelf prepackaged snacks as well as ones you can easily make yourself at home. There is also a mix of the healthy and not-so-healthy list since some are processed food on our list but an indulgence every now and then is not the end of the world! As we always say, it’s not all or nothing!

You can listen to the episode of our podcast below to hear us discuss some of our favorite vegan snacks read on for a quick summary.

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What Are Our Favorite Vegan Snacks of 2024? Here they are!

Let’s not waste ANY time sharing our top nom-noms.

1. Angie’s Boom Chickapop Vegan Salted Caramel Popcorn

The first thing you notice when you pop a few pieces of Angie’s Boom Chickapop in your mouth is how light the pieces feel in your mouth.

That’s because there aren’t a whole lot of ingredients in this snack. They keep it simple which keeps it delicious and one of the healthier off-the-shelf snacks.

You can also make your own air-popped popcorn at home which we sometimes do when we are out of Boom Chickapop. One of my favorite ways to add some great flavor to air-popped popcorn is to sprinkle it with nutritional yeast.

2. Primal Spirit Vegan Jerky

We were big fans of beef jerky before going plant-based in 2013. Luckily it wasn’t too long before we discovered the deliciousness of vegan jerky!  Primal Spirits offers some great flavors you can check out. I recommend trying out their sampler pack to find your favorite!

3. Earth Balance Cheddar Squares

We love Earth Balance products and their Cheddar Squares are definitely on our list of top 5 products from them.  These are awesome for movie night or anytime you’re craving something a bit salty.

4. Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds, where have you been all my life? Not only are pumpkin seeds nutritious but they are full of antioxidants. They have also been linked to reducing certain types of cancers.  What else could you ask for in a snack?

5. Sour Patch Kids

Sour Patch Kids candies are one of Larissa’s FAVORITE treats s one of the first questions she had when we became plant-based was, “Are Sour Patch Kids Vegan?” The answer is an emphatic YES,! Sour Patch Kids are vegan!

While the makers did not necessarily intend for these delicious morsels to be vegan, they (thankfully), do not contain any gelatin or other animal byproducts.

6. Hummus and Pita Chips (or Bread)

In episode 280 of the podcast, we talked all about chickpeas and what a GREAT source of plant-based protein they are! While you can certainly buy hummus off the shelf, you can also easily make it at home. Check out our recipe for easy homemade hummus!

I love to eat hummus with pita chips or bread!

7. Fritos and Bean Dip

In episode 286 of our podcast, we answered the question “Are Fritos Vegan?” that not only answered this question but also provided a list of other accidentally vegan foods (spoiler alert: YES, Fritos ARE vegan!).

I grew up with Fritos and Fritos Bean Dip as a frequent snack in my house. It’s still one of my favorite game-time snacks and luckily for me,  both Fritos AND Fritos Bean Dip are vegan!

8. Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Chickpeas

Chickpeas aren’t all about hummus! These  Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Chickpeas.  are loaded with protein and will satisfy any sweet tooth!

9. Earth Balance Gluten-Free Vegan Aged White Cheddar Puffs

I am a big fan of Cheetos but don’t like all of the added ingredients. These Earth Balance White Cheddar Puffs are so light and delicious they just melt in your mouth!

10. Homemade Applesauce

Applesauce is a great healthy vegan snack. Whether you make your own or buy it off-the-shelf, applesauce satisfies any sweet tooth or late afternoon cravings.

11. Oreos

Yes, Oreos! Believe it or not, these childhood favorites are what we call “accidentally vegan” which means, the makers didn’t necessarily intend for them to contain zero animal products but nevertheless, they are free of dairy and any other animal-derived products. How do we eat these? With a big glass of plant-based milk of course!

12. Guacamole and Chips

If you’ve listened to our podcast for any length of time, you know that I (Vickie) am a big fan of Mexican food! That’s one reason why guacamole and chips is one of my favorite go-to snacks. Since Larissa doesn’t like guacamole, I usually save the homemade recipe for family/ friend get-togethers and buy it ready-made in the store. Here’s where it can get a little tricky. Be sure to look at the ingredients. As with most things, the few the better!

Some commercial brands might sneak in some dairy to make it more of a dip so if you’re strictly vegan, be sure to eye those ingredients. Personally, I like the Wholly Guacamole brand to be pretty good! They have mini snack sizes too!

13. Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars

Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars are one of my favorite snacks to grab on the way out the door. I just slip these into my bag if I’m running errands in between meals so they’re ready for me should hunger strike.

Not all flavors of these bars are vegan so be sure you check the ingredients for any signs of animal products (such as whey).

14. Pringles

Here’s a quiz for you. How are Pringles chips like an episode of Sex and the City? Answer: There is no way you’re consuming just one! Pringles have been one of my favorite snacks for a long time but I can’t keep them in my house every week or they’d be gone faster than Che Ramirez from “And Just Like That” haha. If you’re a fan you know what I mean.

Like many of our snacks, be sure to read the ingredients as not all of their flavors are vegan but the classic chips are and that’s fine with me!

15. Triscuits

As a kid, I didn’t care much for Triscuit crackers but as an adult, I’ve come to appreciate these healthy vegan crackers a lot more! What I really appreciate about them is how they’re filling and versatile. Spread some of your favorite vegan cream cheese on them for a delicious healthy vegan snack.

And there you have it! 15 snacks we’re noshing this year! If you’re looking for more deliciousness, check out:

• Vegan Charcuterie Boards: Enchant Your Guests With These Plant-Based Masterpieces
• 8 Of The Best Vegan Yogurt Brands
• 20 Ben & Jerry’s Non-Dairy Flavors To Cool You Off This Summer

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