Using sugar alcohol maltitol instead of sugar (as it has up to 90% of the sweetness but just over half the calories), these are possibly healthier than standard jelly sweets… though don’t eat too many as they could have a laxative effect!
Although the sweets listed above were our personal top 10, there are many others, as we'll explain right here.
Candy Collections sells gourmet Haribo-esque Sweets that are delicious and tasty. They use real fruit juice and natural flavourings so are not as unhealthy.
Barratt sweet maker, who was founded in 1848 in Shoreditch, is known for the Dip Dab. This classic combination of sherbet mixed with sugary lolly was popular among many generations. Relaunched in 2015 with a sour flavor (which is also vegan-friendly).
Use sugar alcohol Maltitol instead. It contains up to 90% of sweetness but only over half the calories. These jelly sweets are probably healthier than traditional jelly sweets. However, don't consume too many of them as they can have a laxative effect.
All vegan brand Free From has nostalgic sugar-free sweets. It takes only seconds to relive your childhood by curling up in a cocoon with some sweets and a Disney flick!
Jelly Tots were created by Rowntree's, a great sweet company that is now owned by Nestle. They have been in existence since 1965 and have been devoured by children on long car rides ever since. These jelly tots are vegan-friendly, but they can also be made in factories that handle gelatine. Vegans may want to avoid them.
Freedom Mallows create completely animal-free and gluten-free vegan marshmallows in classic pink and white colours, perfect for baking, toasting and straight-up snacking.
You may not realize that there are many vegan candies. Even though they don't have the label to indicate that they are vegan, it's possible to find them by looking at the labels.
You can satisfy your sweet tooth vegan-style in no time. There are many vegan chocolates, candies, and other sweet treats that don't contain any animal-derived ingredients.
Refreshers, another solid addition to the excellent range of vegan sweets available from Swizzels in 1955, quickly gained popularity for their zesty flavor.
Here we go through some of the main things to look out for in the ingredients of any sweets not listed above. Note that animal products are often listed using their scientific name or as an E number. Check out a good Vegan E numbers article for more information about what to look out for in that regard.
As a vegan, it's easier than ever to indulge your sweet tooth. There are many vegan chocolates and candies available that do not contain animal-derived ingredients.
The sweets that we have listed are the top 10, but there are many more options, as you can see here.
Our re-sealable pouches are available in small bags from 300g
We send our parcels out next day, via a courier, with an estimated 2-4 day delivery.
Our prices are very competitive and start from as little os £3.99
Our sweets are supplied in resealable bags, and will keep for at least 6 months (if they last that long!)
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