It’s that time of year again! The Girl Scouts of America will be out in full force, green sashes and all, carrying their boxes of delicious cookies. But if you are a vegetarian, can you partake of this annual delicacy? The short answer is yes. There are some delicious vegan Girl Scout cookies to choose from! Let’s go over your vegan cookie options.
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Are Girl Scout Cookies Vegan?
If you’re vegetarian, rejoice! Not all of their cookies are vegan, but you have some delicious options to choose from.
when Girl Scout cookies are traditionally made with ingredients Like butter and eggs That are not vegan-friendly, as many people have shown interest in vegan options the Girl Scouts organization has added some to their cookie lineup.
Are any Girl Scout cookies vegan?
Girl Scout Cookies are produced by both ABC Bakers or Little Brownie Bakers.
ABC Bakers Offers six vegan cookie options:
1. Toast-yes Tsmile These French toast-inspired cookies will give Thin Mints a run for their money! Toast-yes is the new buttery, cinnamon-y, vegan favorite. Made by ABC Bakers with exclusively vegan ingredients, you can indulge without worry.
2. Creamy Peanut Butter Patties Chocolate and peanut butter together in one crunchy cookie…but wait! Isn’t chocolate made with milk? No milk used in this cookie!
3. Thin mint A classic cookie, thin mints are hard to beat. It’s so easy to binge on these chocolate and mint treats.
4. Lemonade Do not confuse this citrusy and crispy shortbread Don’t worry about its non-vegan sibling, the Lemon-Up Cookie, though, you won’t be missing out on flavor.
5. Raspberry Pi (new cookie, only available online) Introducing Raspberry Rally: A thin and crispy cookie with raspberry flavor and a chocolate coating. Available online only And shipped direct, this is a new addition to the Girl Scout Cookies lineup and a delicious alternative to Thin Mints. Raspberry Rally Ordering supports local Girl Scouts and helps them build e-commerce skills. Get these delicious treats by ordering through a Girl Scout you know or by purchasing from the troop by February 27, 2023.
6. Caramel Chocolate Chip Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies are back with a new and improved recipe—now vegan and gluten-free! This classic cookie has been reimagined, making it accessible to everyone and making history as Girl Scouts’ first vegetarian and gluten-free option.
Little Brownie Bakers Offers only two vegetarian options:
1. Thin mint
2. Raspberry assembly
How do I know which vegan Girl Scout cookies are available to me?
Availability of vegan cookies varies by region and is determined by the bakery serving the area. To find out which bakeries serve your local Girl Scout troop, check out the map provided by Wide Open Eats. If vegan options are limited in your area, use the Girl Scouts Council Finder to locate troops served by ABC Bakers and ask about their digital cookie platform for shipping.
To make sure you’re buying vegan Girl Scout cookies, be sure to check the ingredients list on the packaging and online. You can also look for a “vegan” label on the packaging, which will indicate that the cookies are made with vegan-friendly ingredients.
When is Girl Scout Cookie Season?
Girl Scout cookie season typically takes place in the United States from January through April, although exact dates may vary by location. During this time Girl Scouts and their families sell cookies to raise funds for their organization.
Girl Scout cookies are widely available for purchase from local Girl Scout troops. You can find them at a variety of events, including school functions and community gatherings, and at local businesses. You can use the Girl Scout Cookie Finder app to locate a cookie booth near you.
Vegan Girl Scout Cookies Recipe
While it’s not Girl Scout cookie season, fear not! You can try making your own vegan version like this recipe for Peanut Butter Patties and Caramel Delight using plant-based ingredients like coconut oil, almond milk, and maple syrup.
As you can see, there are plenty of vegan Girl Scout cookies to choose from. Crack a cold glass of your favorite plant-based milk and enjoy!
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