Vegan ice cream is quickly becoming a favorite for vegetarians, vegans, and those looking for a healthier alternative to dairy ice cream. Everyone has heard about it, so now you're asking the question, "Where can I buy it?" The answer is closer to you than you think!
Traditional ice cream shops are beginning to serve vegan ice cream across the country. There are also ice cream shops that specialize in serving only non-dairy ice cream. Restaurants as well are starting to serve vegan ice cream as part of their menu. National shops such as Ben & Jerry's have started to offer a vegan line in their stores as well as their supermarket offerings. A quick search on the internet will leave you thousands of options for vegan ice cream locations, from big cities to small towns- all having options available.
Supermarket freezers are filling up with vegan ice cream choices as well. Major ice cream brands are making full lines of vegan choices as well as brands exclusive to the grocer themselves. Let's discuss some of the best vegan options you can find while strolling down the frozen food aisle of your favorite grocery store.
So Delicious is a brand that has been around for a while now and is one of the most common brands to find in the most stores. This brand offers many different flavor options and also offers ice cream with soy milk, coconut milk, cashew milk and almond milk- so there is an option for just about everyone! So Delicious is known for its creamy texture without being overly sweet. This brand is a favorite for many who choose to eat vegan.
Dream is another popular choice when browsing for vegan ice cream. It is another brand found in many stores throughout the country. Its flavor matches regular ice cream so close that is was ranked as the best vegan vanilla ice cream by a group of non-vegan taste testers!
Ben & Jerry's is newer to the vegan ice cream market, but with their trademark flavors and highly known name, it is an easy brand to find for someone new to the vegan field. The flavors of this brand are known to taste very similar to their non-vegan favorites, however, it does contain more unhealthy ingredients, such as corn syrup and a large amount of sugar than most of it's competitors. This option is a good choice for someone who is looking to transition from non-vegan to vegan.
Breyer's, Haagen-Dazs and Halo Top are all very common brands to most consumers who are looking for a healthier alternative to dairy. These brands currently offer only a few varieties as they are new to the market, but they are increasing in popularity with vegan consumers.
Tofutti has been a vegan free ice cream choice for quite a while. The brand has been popular for those both vegans and vegetarians. It was one of the first options to hit the market and has lasted the test of time. This brand not only offers pint-sized ice cream varieties but also ice cream treats such as ice cream sandwiches.
Vegan ice cream is taking the world by storm. With so many options and places to get it, everyone is reaping the benefits of this option. The ability to find it just about anywhere, as well as the growing variety of delectable flavors, it's a great option for vegans and non-vegans alike.
