Road trips are all about the snacks, really. From Oreos to plant-based cheese, here are the best vegan ones
The Simple Mills Chocolate Brownie Seed & Nut Flour Thins are beloved by travelers of all ages — Photo courtesy of Simple Mills
Road trips are about much more than scenic views and quirky roadside attractions. They’re a great way to have big or small adventures with those you love… but they’re also about the snacks, really.
Keep all of your passengers satiated and healthy with these delicious vegan snacks that pack well and taste great.
PeaTos Rings in Crunchy Onion
Everyone on your trip will love PeaTos Crunchy Onion Rings — Photo courtesy of PeaTos
PeaTos specializes in making snacks that have what they call a “junk food taste that’s plant-based.” These tasty onion rings live up to that promise in the best way, as each bite provides a satisfying crunch and savory flavor.
Cheryl’s Cookies Vegan Cookie Sampler
The vegan cookies from Cheryl’s Cookies come in a nice variety — Photo courtesy of Cheryl’s Cookies
Prepare to hit the road with Cheryl’s Cookies Vegan Cookie Sampler, which will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Try all four flavors: chocolate marshmallow, sugar, chocolate chip, and frosted cutout. They’re made with only vegan ingredients, including JUST Egg plant-based eggs, and individually wrapped so each cookie stays fresh until you’re ready for a sweet treat.
Mary’s Gone Cheezee Crackers
These vegan cheese crackers taste as good as any dairy-based cheese cracker — Photo courtesy of Mary’s Gone Crackers
If you grew up snacking on Cheez-Its, you know the pure joy of a crispy, cheesy cracker. Now you can have that pleasure without the dairy. Mary’s Gone Cheezee Crackers have that creamy, cheesy taste that’s so satisfying, and come in two flavors — Cheddar and Cheddar & Herb. In addition to being vegan, these crackers are certified kosher and USDA Organic.
SmartSweets Peach Rings
The peach rings from SmartSweets will satisfy any sweet tooth — Photo courtesy of SmartSweets
SmartSweets recreates beloved nostalgic candies in a healthier (and many would say tastier) way. Their peach rings are both sweet and tangy, and you’d never guess that they’re made with significantly less sugar than traditional peach rings. If you’re looking to stock up on sweet vegan candies for your road trip, SmartSweets also makes plant-based caramels, cola gummies, and more.
Babybel Plant-Based White Cheddar
Babybel vegan cheeses are as delectable as their original dairy cheeses — Photo courtesy of Babybel US
Babybel is best known for its cheese snacks, which are now available as vegan options. Babybel Plant-Based White Cheddar was released this year and has a creamy taste and a pleasant kick of sharp tanginess. It joins the original Babybel Plant-Based version and comes individually wrapped. Grab a six-count pouch so everyone on the trip can try one.
Partake Foods Classic Grahams
The graham crackers from Partake Foods are a great foundation for vegan s’mores — Photo courtesy of Partake Foods
Whether camping is part of your road trip plan or not, s’mores are sure to be a welcome snack along the way. Partake’s Classic Grahams are the perfect foundation for s’mores, but also stand on their own as a tasty, crunchy snack with just the right touch of cinnamon sweetness. In addition to being vegan, these graham crackers are gluten-free and allergy-friendly.
Eat The Change Cosmic Carrot Chews
Eat The Change offers three flavors of their Cosmic Carrot Chews — Photo courtesy of Eat The Change
You’ll be pleasantly surprised by these carrot chews from Eat The Change. Initially made for kids, they’re tasty for travelers of all ages, and satisfyingly sweet and chewy. Other cosmic-inspired flavors include Orange Mango Moonbeam, Sour Cherry Berry Blast Off, and Apple Cinnamon Asteroid.
Venchi vegan chocolate
Venchi offers premium vegan chocolate that travels well — Photo courtesy of Venchi
Let’s face it. Sometimes when you want a sweet snack, nothing but milk chocolate will do: Venchi’s milk-free Gianduia N.3 Gianduiotto tastes just like real, creamy milk chocolate, sans milk. In fact, it’s made from only three ingredients: vegan chocolate, hazelnuts, and raw cane sugar. Be sure to bring enough to share with the non-vegans on your trip who will likely be wowed by how much it tastes like the real thing.
GOOD PLANeT Foods Snack Pack
These snack packs are easy to toss in an ice chest and enjoy on the road — Photo courtesy of GOOD PLANeT Foods
If you want to keep snack time healthy and effortless while you’re on the road, you may want to stock up on snack packs from GOOD PLANeT Foods. They’re dairy-free and available in two varieties, Cheddar and Smoked Gouda, both of which pack so many flavor contrasts that even the most discerning snacker won’t get bored.
Sola Granola
Sola’s granola is healthy and delicious — Photo courtesy of Sola
Are you inviting both vegans and those following a keto diet plan on your road trip? Here’s a snack that people on both diets can share: classic granola with a twist from Sola. It’s healthy and easy to take on the go, and comes in varieties like Vanilla Almond and Chocolate Raspberry that combine tasty, nutritious ingredients.
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Wild Harvest Cluster Snacks Cranberry Cashew Almond Nut Clusters
These cluster snacks from Wild Harvest are available in flavors that would please most snackers — Photo courtesy of Wild Harvest
If you want grab-and-go snack options for your road trip, these vegan Wild Harvest cranberry cashew almond nut clusters are convenient and bursting with flavor. Made of tasty nuts, puffed rice, and dried fruit, these clusters give snackers a variety of flavors in one bite as they’re sweet yet also salty.
YumEarth Organic Pops
Most YumEarth products are totally vegan — Photo courtesy of YumEarth
You’re never too old to savor the sweet taste of a lollipop. YumEarth’s lollipops are individually wrapped — ideal for road trips — and come in peach, strawberry, grape, cherry, pomegranate, watermelon, mango, and razzmatazz berry flavors. Not only are these lollipops vegan, but they are also kosher, organic, non-GMO, and gluten-free.
Eastern Standard Provisions Co. Turnbuckle Pretzel Sticks
The pretzel sticks from Eastern Standard Provisions are great for satisfying salty cravings — Photo courtesy of Eastern Standard Provisions Co.
These gourmet, soft pretzel sticks from Eastern Standard Provisions Co. were named one of “Oprah’s Favorite Things” in 2019 and have continued to grow in popularity since. Made of high-quality vegan ingredients, this salty road trip snack has an enjoyable crunch and a fluffy consistency.
Once Upon A Farm Organic Dairy-Free Smoothie
The smoothies from Once Upon A Farm will be refreshing for road trips in any weather — Photo courtesy of Once Upon A Farm
When you’re on a road trip during the warmer months, what could be more welcome than a refreshing smoothie? Even better, a dairy-free, fruity smoothie that comes in mess-free pouches? Once Upon A Farm’s smoothie flavors include Tropical Twirl, Go-Go Greens, Berry Berry, CoCo for Mangoes, and Strawberry Banana Swirl.
Lenny & Larry’s The Complete Cookie-fied Bar
Lenny & Larry’s The Complete Cookie-fied Bar is the perfect combination of cookie and protein bar — Photo courtesy of Lenny & Larry’s
Bring along a box of Lenny & Larry’s The Complete Cookie-fied Bar on your road trip to have a snack that’s just the right mix of protein bar and cookie. High in plant-based protein, they have a soft texture that’s contrasted by crunchy cookie bits.
Real Food From The Ground Up Crackers
These crackers are as heathy as they are satisfying — Photo courtesy of Real Food From The Ground Up
Real Food From The Ground Up offers two types of vegan crackers that are light, crunchy, and flavorful. It’s easy to pass around boxes of these crackers on a road trip, and they’re nutritious, gluten-free, and made of non-GMO ingredients. Flavors include Parmesan Butternut Squash, Nacho Cauliflower, and Ranch Purple Carrot.
Simple Mills Chocolate Brownie Seed & Nut Flour Sweet Thins
The Simple Mills Chocolate Brownie Seed & Nut Flour Thins are beloved by travelers of all ages — Photo courtesy of Simple Mills
If you have health-conscious friends along for the ride, grab a couple of boxes of sweet thins from Simple Mills for your road trip. Made with healthy ingredients and sweetened with coconut sugar, these thins have a delectable chocolate brownie flavor. They’re sweet without being too saccharine, as well as light, airy, and crispy.
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Harry & David Entertainer’s Dried Fruit and Nut Tray
Harry & David offers a variety of vegan gourmet snacks — Photo courtesy of Harry & David
Fruits and nuts have a nearly universal appeal, and this Entertainer’s Dried Fruit and Nut Tray from Harry & David will have something for everyone on your road trip. On the sweet side, find dried yellow peaches, plums, mangoes, pears, kiwis, apricots, apple rings, dates, and pitted prunes. And on the salty side, there are roasted and salted pistachios, raw almonds, roasted salted cashews, and a fruit and nut medley.
Saffron Road Crunchy Chickpeas
You won’t be able to stop snacking on the crunchy chickpeas from Saffron Road — Photo courtesy of Saffron Road Crunchy Chickpeas
Available in memorable, fun flavors such as Falafel, Korean BBQ, and Bombay Spice, Saffron Road Crunchy Chickpeas are popular savory snacks — and boast 6 grams of protein per serving. They’re also easy to pack and you don’t have to worry about them melting when the temperature heats up.
YOU NEED THIS Cinnamon Churro Puffs
These unique puffs satisfy those who love to snack on sweets — Photo courtesy of YOU NEED THIS
YOU NEED THIS Cinnamon Churro Puffs have a bold, cinnamon-rich flavor and a crunchy, puffy consistency. They’re light but sweet for a snack that’s easy to munch on throughout a road trip, and, in addition to being vegan, they’re also gluten-free and made from non-GMO ingredients.
Oreo cookies
The original version of “America’s favorite sandwich cookie” is safe for vegans — Photo courtesy of bhofack2 / Getty Images
OK, Oreos may not be the healthiest option, but certainly one of the most delicious. And yes, the beloved chocolate sandwich cookie filled with sweet creme doesn’t contain any animal-derived ingredients.
