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In this roundup, you’ll find 33 easy snack recipes categorized by type for easy browsing. From sweet treats to savory bites, these recipes are all made with wholesome, plant-based ingredients.
As a vegan chef and mom, I’m always on the hunt for easy vegan recipes that are both nourishing and irresistible, snacks included. Whether I’m packing my daughter’s lunchbox or looking for a little afternoon energy boost, I love having healthy snack recipes on hand that come together quickly and actually taste amazing.
Whether you need healthy snack recipes for busy days, lunchboxes, or late-night cravings, I’ve got you covered. These snacks are proof that eating well doesn’t have to be complicated (or boring!).
Classic Snacks Made Vegan
Vegan Rice Crispy Treats
These Vegan Rice Crispy Treats are a delightful, dairy-free twist on a classic favorite. With a perfect balance of gooey and crispy textures, they’re a quick and easy treat for any occasion!
Crunchy Sourdough Discard Crackers
Sourdough isn’t just for bread or pizza! Enjoy its tangy flavor in this crunchy, crispy Sourdough Discard Crackers Recipe. These thin crackers are made with just 4 ingredients in a few simple steps and feature a delightful snap. Perfect for snacking, topping dishes, and appetizer boards!
Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pillowy-soft Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies, made in a few simple steps with no chilling required! They're incredibly moist and light, thanks to the almond flour. Flaxseed meal binds the dough and gives them a chewy texture so good you'll never miss the eggs! They're naturally gluten-free, lower in carbs, and plant-based and vegan. Let's bake!
Almond Flour Banana Bread
This incredibly moist and tender Almond Flour Banana Bread is a total knockout! It's made in a few simple steps with healthy and wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic healthy snack or light breakfast. Naturally gluten-free and plant-based, this banana bread with almond flour is worlds better than traditional recipes!
Double Chocolate Black Bean Cookies
Cookies made with beans may sound strange, but the taste and texture of this sweet treat is nothing short of delicious. This healthy take on double chocolate chip cookies uses beans, maple syrup, and chia seeds to create snacking magic. Because these cookies are made with black beans, they’re high in protein, fiber, iron, and antioxidants.
Biscoff Crumble Chocolate Bark
Homemade chocolate bark is so easy to make! I love this recipe because it combines my favorite vegan cookie, Biscoff, with salty pretzels, cinnamon, and chewy coconut. I also love making this vegan chocolate bark to share as an edible gift, especially during the holidays.
Pack-and-Go Vegan Snack Recipes
Harissa Roasted Almonds
These sweet and spicy Harissa Almonds are delicious, easy to make, and totally delicious. Almonds are tossed in harissa (a North African pepper paste available at any well-stocked grocery store), and maple syrup then baked until crunchy. Meal prep this snack and enjoy it all week long!
Tamari Almonds
Look forward to snack time with these oven-roasted Tamari Almonds! Made with just three simple ingredients, they are packed with flavor and the perfect crisp texture. Enjoy them on their own or use them as a garnish to dress up your dishes!
“Cheesy” Pumpkin Seed Crackers
These homemade cheesy vegan Pumpkin Seed Crackers are a wholesome and delicious anytime snack! Enjoy them with your favorite dips and spreads, crunch them over salads, or dunk them into soups. Pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, healthy fats, protein, and fiber, making these crackers extra healthy.
Energizing Coco Date Balls
Coco Date Balls are my favorite grab-and-go sweet snack. Made with potassium-rich dates, cocoa powder, pecans, and coconut. I love packing this sweet snack in my tennis bag for a quick boost of energy during or after a match. You’ll need a food processor to make these.
Healthy Sweet Snacks
Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in these healthy Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies for a guilt-free dessert or snack! Made with simple ingredients and ready in 15 minutes, they are the perfect easy any-time treat. This recipe is also in my cookbook, Sweet Potato Soul.
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this creamy, indulgent Vegan Chocolate Mousse! You won’t believe this better-for-you dessert is made with just avocados, dates, and cacao powder! Yes, that’s right: avocados! Trust me on this one. They create the silkiest texture, and no one would guess avocado is hidden within.
Citrus Chocolate Truffles
A luscious, plant-based treat that pairs zesty orange with rich dark chocolate. Made with just a few wholesome ingredients (dates, pecans, orange zest, and vegan chocolate), they’re easy to whip up and perfect as a healthy snack recipe or guilt-free dessert.
Vegan Chocolate Cherry Thumbprint Cookies
These little cookies are chewy, jam-filled delights that balance rich cocoa and tart cherry flavors. Made with wholesome ingredients like almonds, oats, spelt flour, and sweetened with maple syrup, these cookies are simple to bake yet feel indulgent—and they’re perfect for sharing or savoring anytime.
Dreamy Oatmilk Chocolate Mousse Tart
A healthier sweet treat that is decadently creamy yet deceptively simple. Made with a crisp oat-and-spelt crust, blended avocado, dates, oatmilk, and melted vegan chocolate. Chill it for at least 6 hours, then slice into silky, dreamy indulgent wedges.
Fig Tahini Cookies
These Fig Tahini Cookies blend natural sweetness from maple syrup with nutty, creamy tahini for a soft, chewy texture with depth in every bite. Made with wholesome, simple ingredients and sweetened lightly, they’re perfect for an afternoon treat or pairing with tea.
No-Bake Fig Walnut Bars
These No-Bake Fig Walnut Bars with Chocolate blend the natural sweetness of figs and dates with crunchy walnuts into chewy bars, then top them off with a drizzle of melted chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a sweet snack on the go — no baking required.
Spirulina Chia Seed Pudding
This green Chia Seed Pudding combines creamy non-dairy milk, soft dates, chia seeds, and a boost of spirulina into a vibrant, nutrient-packed treat. Let it chill until thickened, then top with mango or cacao nibs for a satisfying snack or breakfast that feels indulgent and energizing.
Snackable Smoothies
Creamy Apple Smoothie
Creamy Apple Smoothies are a refreshing taste of fall! They're made with just 5 ingredients, vegan, and banana and yogurt-free. Perfect for healthy snacking, pre-workout treats, and autumn brunch!
Magical Mocha Vegan Milkshake
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this rich, creamy, mocha-inspired Vegan Milkshake! Made with dairy-free coffee ice cream, plant-based milk, frozen banana, and chocolatey cacao, this guilt-free indulgence is the perfect snack or dessert for summer days or any other occasion! See the recipe notes for additional milkshake flavor variations, including classics such as chocolate, mint, and strawberry!
Energizing Avocado Smoothie
Once you try this energizing Avocado Smoothie, you'll be hooked! Made with pineapple, coconut water, and lime, it's creamy, refreshing, and wholesome. Prepare the smoothie in just two steps in less than 5 minutes, and it will fill you up and power you through your day—a winner every time!
Watermelon Smoothie
Quench your thirst with this refreshing Watermelon Smoothie! Made with two simple ingredients, this recipe is a summertime staple with plenty of customizable options to up the flavor and nutrition as desired.
Savory Dip Recipes
Pecan Muhammara
This smoky, tangy, and Creamy Muhammara Recipe was originally published in my cookbook, Sweet Potato Soul. For a traditional dip, use toasted walnuts; for a Southern-inspired twist, use toasted pecans. I hope you love it as much as I do.
The Best Sweet Potato Hummus
Get ready to fall in love! This Sweet Potato Hummus is on a whole other level—savory and bold, with just the right touch of sweetness. Roasted sweet potatoes add rich flavor and an extra-creamy texture, while miso paste, balsamic vinegar, and cumin bring saltiness, tang, and depth. Serve it with veggies and pita for a snack, or spread it into sandwiches and wraps for an extra tasty lunch.
Mango Guacamole
This tropical Mango Guacamole is a fun twist on the classic dip recipe made with creamy avocados, fresh mango, lime juice, cilantro, and red onion. Enjoy it with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
Healthy Frozen Snacks
Easy Pear Sorbet | Pears going bad? Make this!
Never waste overripe pears again. This delicious pear sorbet is made with just 4 simple vegan ingredients. You don't need to use an ice cream maker. The texture is creamy and silky!
Mango Sorbet
Transport yourself to a tropical island with this easy Mango Sorbet Recipe! Its sweet, balanced, and bright flavor tastes like something from your favorite ice cream shop, but it's actually made with just 3 whole food ingredients in a few simple steps. Naturally vegan, dairy-free, and processed sugar-free!
Strawberry Sorbet
Indulge in a guilt-free sweet treat with this four-ingredient creamy Strawberry Sorbet, perfect for a healthy summer dessert or to serve at parties.
Avocado Pineapple Popsicles
Indulge in a healthy summertime treat with these five-ingredient Avocado Pineapple Popsicles! Made with fresh avocado, pineapple, lime juice, agave, and toasted coconut, they are the perfect anytime refreshment or dessert.
Vegan Muffin Recipes
Fluffy Vegan Blueberry Muffins
Who needs the bakery when you can make these perfectly light and fluffy Vegan Blueberry Muffins? Made with nutrient and protein-rich spelt flour and juicy berries, and topped with a cinnamon-nut streusel, these handheld morning treats are the perfect way to start any morning.This recipe was adapted from Roxana Jullapat's Spelt Blueberry Muffins in her cookbook, Mother Grains. I adapted the original recipe to make it vegan and made a handful of other adjustments to make it my own.
Oat Bran Muffins with Sweet Potato
Add a healthy fall twist to your breakfast and snack routine with these Oat Bran Muffins with Sweet Potato. They're made with gluten-free and vegan ingredients, such as oat bran, shredded sweet potato, cinnamon, dates, and pecans. The result is tender, moist, and nutritious muffins the whole family will love! Enjoy them toasted with your favorite spread and a cup of your favorite hot beverage for a comforting and satisfying breakfast or afternoon snack.
Sweet Potato Chocolate Muffins
These Sweet Potato Chocolate Muffins are moist, fluffy, and perfectly indulgent — thanks to a blend of sweet potato puree, almond flour, whole wheat pastry flour, cocoa, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for lift. Each bite delivers deep chocolate flavor with a tender crumb and those classic muffin tops you can’t resist
I hope these vegan snack recipes inspire you to keep your pantry stocked and your cravings satisfied the healthy way. Whether you’re prepping for the week ahead or just need something quick between meals, these easy snack recipes prove that plant-based eating can be simple, nourishing, and full of flavor. For more ideas, check out my vegan snack YouTube videos. Try a few, share your favorites in the comments, and don’t forget to subscribe to my newsletter for more healthy snack recipes and wholesome vegan inspiration delivered right to your inbox.
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