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21 of Your Favorite Munchies that You Didn’t Know Were Vegan

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at FSU chapter.

Transitioning to eating vegan can seem daunting, however, it may not be as hard as you think. Yes, if you’re doing it right, the diet involves a lot of fruits and vegetables, but some indulgence is definitely not prohibited. These indulgences don’t have to be vegan specialty items, which can be pretty pricey. Some of your favorite snacks might already be “accidentally” vegan. Check out this list to see if any of your go-to munchies made the cut.

1. Doritos Spicy Sweet Chili 

The cheesy original flavor is off limits but the spicy sweet chili flavor will still satisfy your craving. 

2. Clif Bars

Breakfast beer
Emily Waples

These are the perfect snack for in between classes. 

3. Cracker Jacks

This caramel treat somehow contains no dairy. 

4. Fritos

vegan chocolate butter
Katie Walsh

If you’re craving something salty you can turn to the original or BBQ flavor of these chips. 

5. Girl Scout Cookies

vegan dough chocolate
Annika Altura

Five of your favorite cookies are vegan, who knew? 

6. Wheat Thins

Wheat Thins are somehow bomb eaten plain, but adding some hummus on top will take them to the next level. Even some of the flavored varieties are vegan like garden vegetable and spicy buffalo. 

7. Ruffles

vegan spam chips
Katie Walsh

These ribbed chips are an American staple that you won’t have to give up. 

8. Kettle brand Chips and Popcorn

vegan tortilla chips corn
Jane Yeo

This brand carries a ton of vegan flavors including maple bacon, roasted garlic, and spicy Thai. 

9. Ritz Crackers

Ritz Crackers
JeepersMedia on Flickr

These pair well with literally anything. 

10. Snyder’s Jalepeno Pretzels 

vegan peanut sweet
Allie Koestler

Spice up your life with these little bites. 

11. Lay’s Potato Chips 

vegan french fries corn
Emily Palmer

These addicting chips are vegan and our Spring Break bods are not thankful for that. 

12. Pringles

vegan sweet
Lara Schwieger

You’ll have to skip out on the cheddar flavors, but the BBQ is still an option, which is key. 

13. Unfrosted Pop-Tarts

vegan butter sandwich
Sarah Strong

Yes, they have to be the unfrosted flavors, but Duncan Hines whipped frosting is vegan so if you’re desperate for the topping you can resort to that. 

14. Swedish Fish

vegan gelatin sweetmeat
Steven Baboun

Gummies are always a move. 

15. Nutter Butter Cookies

Who knew these creamy treats were vegan? 

16. Oreos

vegan cream coffee
Torey Walsh

There’s nothing like an Oreo cookie, so thank goodness they’re vegan. 

17. Duncan Hines Double Fudge Decadent Brownie Mix

vegan sweet candy
Reed Erickson

No need to try and use avocado or black beans to mimic a brownie, just eat the real thing. Replace the eggs with a little apple sauce and you’ll be good to go. 

18. Stacy’s Pita Chips

Stacy's Pita Chips
kmohman on Flickr

These are super addicting and pair great with any dip. 

19. Thomas’ brand Bagels 

vegan flour dough
Ashley Hamati

Bagels are a breakfast staple and paired with some vegan cream cheese you won’t be able to tell the difference. 

20. Traditional Chex Mix 

vegan cornflakes corn
Elise Takahama

Make sure to pick up the Traditional version and not the Original because it contains Worcestershire sauce. 

21. Sour Patch Kids 

First they’re sour, then they’re sweet…and totally vegan.

For a more extensive list of accidentally vegan treats, visit peta.org. Happy snacking!

Emily is a Junior at Florida State University graduating in 2017. She is majoring in Editing, Writing and Media with a minor in Communications. When she's not baking cookies to relieve her stress you can find her catching up on episodes of KUWTK or at the gym taking a spin class. Her ultimate dream is to travel to Thailand and volunteer at an elephant sanctuary.