Craving something sweet in the Big Apple? Check out these bakeries for a plant-based treat.
New York City, known for its vibrant food scene, offers a plethora of culinary delights to satisfy every palate. But let’s talk vegan cupcakes! Join us as we discover the best places in the Big Apple to indulge in these cruelty-free, plant-based sweets.
Erin McKenna’s Bakery: A Vegan Cupcake Wonderland
Lower East Side, Manhattan
Located in the Lower East Side, Erin McKenna’s Bakery is a vegan’s dream come true. This renowned bakery exclusively serves gluten-free, vegan treats—including mouthwatering cupcakes! Their cupcakes are crafted using high-quality ingredients that result in a perfect balance of taste and texture. Check out flavors such as red velvet, peanut butter chocolate, and carrot cake. They also sell seasonal cupcakes!
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Clementine Bakery: Wholesome Vegan Cupcakes
Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn
Clementine Bakery in Bedford-Stuyvesant is a must-try! Focusing on seasonal and locally sourced organic ingredients when possible, this cozy bakery crafts vegan cupcakes that are not only delicious but also better-for-you. Find flavors like Vanilla Raspberry, Funfetti, and Banana Chocolate Chip.
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Brooklyn Whiskers: Artisanal Vegan Cupcakes with a Creative Twist
Bushwick, Brooklyn
Located in the heart of Bushwick, Brooklyn Whiskers caters to both vegans and non-vegans alike. This charming bakery takes pride in its artisanal approach, creating vegan cupcakes that are not only delicious but also works of art. From their signature matcha rose cupcakes to exotic flavors like chai-spiced pear and lavender blueberry, each bite is a culinary adventure.
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Sprinkles Cupcakes: Vegan Cupcakes with a Gourmet Touch
Upper East Side, Manhattan
Vegan-Friendly
Sprinkles Cupcakes, a cupcake chain with a location in the Upper East Side, has just the treats you need. While not exclusively vegan, Sprinkles offers a Vegan Red Velvet flavor that is equally impressive in both taste and presentation. Their vegan cupcakes, made with premium ingredients, boast a light and moist texture.
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Baked by Melissa: Bite-Sized Vegan Cupcake Delights
Multiple Locations
Vegan-Friendly
When it comes to bite-sized indulgence, Baked by Melissa’s sweets have you covered. With multiple locations across the city, this spot offers colorful and irresistibly cute mini cupcakes. Enjoy flavors like Vegan Dark Chocolate Coconut, Vegan Maple Cinnamon Bun, and Vegan Peanut Butter.
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