With nearly 2,800 stores across the United States, Kroger is one of the nation’s favorite places to shop. In fact, the chain serves about 11 million customers day. If you’re heading to the store soon (or you’re filling up your virtual shopping cart), good news: The chain has a growing range of plant-based choices on its shelves. If you’re not sure what to grab, here are some of our favorite vegan finds at Kroger, from corn dogs to snack bars to ice cream.
The best vegan products to choose from at Kroger right now
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1 MorningStar Farms Corn Dogs
Corn dogs are a classic American street food, but unfortunately for vegetarians, most versions are made with processed meats. But if you miss the taste of hot dogs wrapped in cornmeal batter, good news: Morningstar Farms has created a completely vegan version of the nostalgic snack. Unlike the original, it is completely cholesterol-free.
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2 Hidden Valley Vegan Farm
From buffalo cauliflower to French fries to sandwiches and salads, few foods benefit from an extra drizzle of ranch dressing. This dairy-free dressing from Hidden Valley is just as creamy as the original, only it’s made with soybeans.
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3 Vegetable pot pie
On busy days, it can be difficult to muster the energy and motivation to make dinner. That’s why it’s a good idea to stock up on pre-baked pot pies in the freezer, like those from Rise Gluten Free. Filled with vegetables like potatoes, carrots, peas, and onions, as well as a rich vegetarian gravy, this pie takes zero prep. All you have to do is heat the oven and pop it.
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4 Hippeas White Cheddar Chickpea Puffs
Regular cheese puffs are not vegan, as they contain milk. But if you miss this addictive treat, try these organic, vegan chickpea puffs from Hippeas. In addition to White Cheddar, Kroger also offers the brand’s Sriracha Sunshine and Nacho Vibes flavors.
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5 Garden Fishless Fillet
Serve these Garden Fishless Fillets the British way, with creamy spiced peas and thick-cut, chunky fries. Like regular fish, they’re packed with omega-3s as well as 9 grams of protein.
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6 Vegan honey
Because it’s made by bees, regular honey isn’t generally considered vegan (learn everything you need to know about honey and why bees make it here). But that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the sweet, sweet deliciousness of the substance, because this version of Simple Truth, made with agave nectar, is vegan.
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7 Louisville Smokey Carolina BBQ Vegan Jerky
Most jerky out there is made with dried meat (usually beef), but Louisville Vegan Jerky gives you the same chewy, salty experience by using textured soy protein instead. It’s gluten-free, non-GMO and seriously addictive. If you’re not a fan of BBQ, Kroger also offers the brand’s black pepper, bacon, pepperoni and buffalo-dill flavors. Why not plant them all To taste test?
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8 Larabar Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snack Bar
Made with a handful of simple, natural ingredients, Larabar’s vegan snack bars prioritize nutrition without compromising taste. Inspired by delicious, innovative options in the ice cream industry, flavors include not only Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, but also Chocolate Raspberry Truffle, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Cherry Pie and Blueberry Muffin.
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9 Daiya Fire-Roasted Vegetable Pizza
You can’t go wrong with pizza. Not only is it convenient and quick, it’s arguably one of the most comforting and delicious meals in the world. This option from Dyer is loaded with vegan mozzarella and herby tomato sauce, as well as onions, bell peppers, and roasted garlic.
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10 Ben & Jerry’s Vegan Cherry Garcia
Ben & Jerry’s has been on the ice cream scene since the 1970s, but it wasn’t until 2016 that it debuted its first vegan flavor. Since then, it has steadily expanded its non-dairy range, but one of its most popular options is its dairy-free Cherry Garcia, which is made with almond milk with cherries and fudge pieces.
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11 Love the corn cheesy corn
Forget nuts and potato chips, Love Corn’s corn snacks are probably going to be your new go-to at lunchtime. They’re great out of the bag, but they also work well sprinkled over salads and jacket potatoes. In addition to Cheesy Corn, Kroger offers Love Corn in Smoked Barbecue, Salt & Vinegar, Sea Salt and Habanero Chili flavors.
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12 Wicked Food Caramelized Onion Garlic Vegan Mayo
Launched in the UK, Wicked Foods (also known as Wicked Kitchen) offers a wide range of innovative, delicious vegan products including pizza, ice cream, dinnerware and kitchen essentials like this creamy, flavorful Caramelized Onion Garlic Vegan Mayo.
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13 Raised Vegan Quiche
Quiche, which originated in France, is usually made with delicious egg custard, but there are other ways to get the same soft, creamy texture. Instead of eggs, Raised Gluten Free uses organic tofu and soy-free butter to achieve the same texture. It’s also packed with spinach and herbs for extra flavor and nutrition.
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14 Annie’s Homegrown Vegan Mac n Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food, and, if you’re feeling thirsty, this Annie’s Homegrown version can be ready in 10 minutes. It’s creamy, cheesy and satisfying, but completely dairy-free.
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Charlotte is a writer and editor based in sunny Southsea on the south coast of England.