You'll be amazed to see how vegan-friendly your average grocery store can be!
Sure, we love long walks through the aisles of our nearby specialty food stores, but we also like to frequent our traditional grocery stores just as much. And you should too! Whether you’re running in for a specific item, stocking up after traveling, or grabbing something on the go, your local grocery store has you covered!
From gummy candies and sandwich cookies to buttery crackers and frozen favorites, your neighborhood grocery store is bursting at the seams with veg-friendly snack foods. Ready to shop your local store with confidence? Be sure to check out our list of the accidentally vegan snacks you can find at almost any grocery store.
Candies
Bad news first—not all candy is vegan. Time for the good news—Sour Patch Kids, Jolly Ranchers, and Fruit Roll-Ups are all accidentally vegan choices you can make again and again.
Sour Patch Kids
ICYMI: these gelatin-free gummy candies are vegan! Whether you prefer the traditional mix, sour watermelons, or any of the fun, fruity varieties, you can go ahead and enjoy these with ease.
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Skittles
It’s easy to taste the rainbow everywhere you go with a handful of vegan-friendly Skittles! Luckily these multi-colored candies can be found at a variety of grocery stores and gas stations.
Swedish Fish
Another gelatin-free gummy candy for your movie theater snacks and road trips alike, a box of Swedish Fish is a grocery store must-have. Snag some next time you’re stocking up on groceries.
Jolly Rancher
Got yourself a sweet tooth? Opt for the Jolly Rancher hard candies, but leave the gummies. We can’t get enough of these nostalgic and fruit-flavored treats!
Twizzlers
Twizzlers are our favorite fruity impulse purchase. Who can relate? You can always count on us to add these tasty candies to our plant-based grocery hauls.
Fruit Roll-Ups
Talk about a blast from the past! Did you know that Fruit Roll-Ups are vegan? Trust us when we say we were just as shocked. Keep these on hand for a nostalgic nosh.
Crackers
Putting together a plant-based snack board? You’re definitely going to need some crackers. Reach for options like Ritz Crackers and Wheat Thins!
Ritz Crackers
If you’re throwing together a last-minute dinner party, run to your local grocery store for a box of Ritz Crackers. Don’t let the buttery flavor fool you, these crackers are vegan-friendly.
Courtesy of Ritz
Triscuits
Another fabulous cracker option is the humble Triscuit. Whether you opt for a vegan-friendly flavored variety or the tasty traditional version, these crackers pair well with plant-based cheeses and dips.
Wheat Thins
A classic in the world of crackers, Wheat Thins are a simple and tasty fan favorite. We recommend keeping a box on hand for when the urge to whip up a plant-based charcuterie board arises!
Chips and Salty Snacks
Pringles, Doritos, and SunChips, oh my! If you didn’t already know, these chips are accidentally vegan! It’s time to dig into these salty snacks and enjoy.
Pringles
Heading out to get some shopping done? Add Pringles to your grocery list. Opt for a vegan-friendly variety such as Pringles Original Crisps and take your resealable snack container everywhere you go.
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Doritos Spicy Sweet Chili
Loading up on road trip snacks for your next outing? Be sure the Doritos Spicy Sweet Chili make the cut. While not all Doritos are vegan, this purple bag always has your back.
Takis
Call us basic, but these spicy rolled chips are always in our shopping carts! Can you blame us? We seriously can’t get enough of these accidentally vegan snacks!
Fritos
Beach snacks? Coming right up! These salty corn chips are always a pleasure to find. Oh, and while you’re in the store’s chip aisle, be sure to check out Frito’s Bean Dip for a perfect pairing.
Sunchips
We love a crispy whole grain snack. And the Original Sunchips are the way to go! We are always pairing these crisps with vegan cheese dips, zesty salsas, homemade hummus, and beyond!
SkinnyPop White Cheddar
This snack is poppin’ off at your fave grocery stores. While not all SkinnyPop popcorn is vegan, the White Cheddar flavor is a plant-based dream come true. Go ahead and break into it on your way home from the store.
Snyder’s of Hanover Jalapeno Pieces
ISO a spicy snack? The accidentally vegan Synder’s of Hanover Jalapeno Pieces are the move! Made with the brand’s sourdough hard pretzel chunks and spices, these crunchy bites make for the perfect snack every time!
Harvest Snaps
Made from green peas and red lentils, the majority of the Harvest Snaps flavors are vegan-friendly, and we are all about it! The Black Pepper Baked Green Pea Snacks are our go-to.
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Cookies and Desserts
Soothe your sweet tooth with these easy-to-find treats! From sandwich cookies and frozen pies to graham crackers and cake mixes, there’s something for everyone!
Oreos
You can always count on oat milk’s favorite cookie to be in stock at grocery stores both near and far. So, whether you’re living in New York or California, finding a pack of Oreos is a breeze.
Teddy Grahams
Not all Teddy Grahams varieties are vegan, but the cinnamon flavor is a plant-based choice you can find at most grocery stores. Whole grain snacks FTW!
Nutter Butters
Where are our peanut butter lovers at? If you didn’t already know, Nutter Butters are accidentally vegan. So, next time you get a craving, run out to the closest food store to pick up a package.
Lotus Biscoff Cookies
You don’t have to book a flight to get your hands on Lotus Biscoff Cookies. The perfect dipper for coffee, tea, and hot cocoa, these spiced cookies are vegan and easy to locate!
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Lenny & Larry’s Complete Cookies
From gas stations to pharmacies to grocery stores, Lenny & Larry’s Complete Cookies are always ready for purchase. These protein-packed snack are such a fun way to treat yourself after a long day of grocery shopping.
Courtesy of Lenny & Larry’s
Marie Callender’s Fruit Pies
Need a little sweet treat? Why not bake up a pie? Found in your friendly freezer section, a variety of Marie Callender’s Fruit Pies are accidentally vegan. Apple, cherry, and peach, oh yes!
Nabisco Graham Crackers
Whether it’s s’more season or time to prep a plant-based cheesecake, finding a honey-free graham cracker is key! Luckily, the Nabisco Graham Crackers are an easy-to-find, plant-based choice.
Duncan Hines Cake Mix
Need a quick dessert? Keep a box of Duncan Hines Cake Mix in your cupboard. When prepared with an egg substitute, many of these mixes can become a plant-based dream come true!
Betty Crocker Frosting
And of course, you’ll want to frost your cake, so reach for a can of vegan-friendly Betty Crocker Frosting. Didn’t know Betty had plant-based options? Well now you do!
Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup
When the sundae scaries hit, it’s time for an ice cream treat. Get ready to embellish your frozen delights with Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup, vegan whipped cream, and fancy rainbow sprinkles.
Snack Bars
Need a quick and portable snack to enjoy on the go? We are with you! You’ll be happy to hear that many of the bars in your grocery store are vegan-friendly and here are two of our faves.
Clif Bars
Perfect for on-the-go snacking, vegan-friendly Clif Bars are the perfect snack bar to purchase. And with so many flavors to enjoy, buying on repeat is easier than ever.
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Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars
There’s something so nostalgic about these accessible snack bars! Plus, we can’t get enough of the crunchy, crumbly texture. Avoid the Oats ‘N Honey variety as they contain, you guessed it, honey.
Other Snack Favorites
Searching for a less traditional snack? We’ve got the deets on the accidentally vegan cereal, breakfast pastries, and crescent rolls so you can get your plant-based snack on!
Kashi Cereal
Just checked into your Airbnb and realized you need a morning snack? Head to the store to pick up your go-to milk and a box of vegan-friendly Kashi cereal.
belVita Breakfast Biscuits
A great travel nosh, the crunchy belVita Breakfast Biscuits can be added to your next grocery list. We love the Cranberry Orange variety.
Unfrosted Pop-Tarts
Found yourself in the breakfast aisle? Reach for a box of Unfrosted Pop-Tarts. If you can believe it, these toaster pastries are accidentally vegan and we are obsessed.
Thomas Bagels
Craving a bagel snack? Reach for Thomas Bagels. And while you’re out shopping, load up on vegan cream cheese, sausage patties, and plant eggs. Breakfast is served!
Super Pretzel Original Soft Pretzels
This one surprises us every single time! Find these Super Pretzel Original Soft Pretzels in the freezer section of virtually any grocery store. Pair with mustard or plant-based queso.
Smuckers Uncrustables
Did you know that Smuckers Uncrustables are totally vegan? That’s right. Opt for the peanut butter and jelly varieties and treat yourself to a super simple handheld that’s easy AF to find!
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Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
Can you believe that Pillsbury Crescent Rolls are accidentally vegan, too? Major score for us! These tasty rolls can be found in the refrigerator section of virtually any grocery store.
Accidentally vegan products are foods that are free from animal products but were not specifically designed to be vegan. While some brands offer accidentally vegan products in a specific flavor, another flavor of the same product may contain animal ingredients. As always, be sure to read product labels before purchasing.
