Looking for something sweet and new and completely plant-based? I’ve tried out some of the most hyped new vegan sweets of 2024 in Germany, ranging from rich chocolate spreads to indulgent pralines and cookies. Get ready for genuine reviews and surprising favorites.
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Content:
- 1. Plant-Based Nutella
- 2. Milchschnitte by Food for Future
- 3. Ice Cream by Mövenpick
- 4. Prinzenrolle by DeBeukelaer
- 5. Sweet Mini Zwieback by Brandt
- 6. Cinnamon Baked Apple Wafers by Manner
- 7. Marble Mini Cakes by Kuchenmeister
- 8. Cookies with Pistachio or Hazelnut Filling by sottolestelle
- 9. Pralines/Truffles by La Mara Chocolaterie
- 10. Dubai Chocolate Cookies by Chimneys
- Homemade Vegan Sweets You Should Try
I wasn’t joking when I wrote about “galactic heaps of sugary treats” in my last newsletter. This post will prove me right.
Yes, I’ve genuinely consumed that much over the past few weeks – okay, let’s be real: months (and I’ve enjoyed every single bite, yum)! But then again, someone’s gotta do the hard work to find the best vegan sweets, right? 😊
In truth, I’m a curious food lover at heart. I need to know what things taste like. Does something that looks delicious actually TASTE delicious? Does a vegan version of a well-loved candy live up to the original?
My particular focus lately has been on the vegan sweets that made their debut in German supermarkets in 2024. The ones that created big waves of excitement within the vegan community. In short: the hyped products.
I was wondering: Is product X or Z really worth the hype?
So, I did my research (read: snacking ;).
The list below is made up of the products I can wholeheartedly recommend. All the ones with non-vegan originals match the originals beautifully. Spoiler alert: they’re all worth the hype.
BUT: I won’t necessarily repurchase every single one. I’ll explain why further down—expect my full honesty!
Now, let’s get to the sweet countdown—or better yet, countUP! We’re going in reverse order, starting with “pretty good” and climbing all the way to “unmatched, phenomenal, OMG-this-is-ah-ma-zing”!
Kicking off the list with … Nutella.
1. Plant-Based Nutella
No need to explain Nutella, right? Everyone knows it.
A tiny disclaimer upfront: I’ve never been the biggest Nutella fan, which is why the vegan version landed at the bottom of my vegan sweets ranking—even though it tastes just like the original. That said, for all the die-hard Nutella lovers out there, this is definitely exciting news!
In my opinion, though, there are better (vegan) chocolate spreads, even organic ones. My personal favorite is Nocciolata by the Italian brand Rigoni di Asiago—it’s hazelnutty, chocolaty, and everything you’d expect from a food product crafted by Italians (aka: perfection).
Where to get vegan Nutella:
Available at all major supermarkets in Germany, like Edeka or Rewe. You can also get it online at Amazon.de, but it might be significantly more expensive there.
2. Milchschnitte by Food for Future
Oh, Milchschnitte, the snack of our childhoods. In English-speaking countries, it's probably known as Kinder Milk Slice, or just Milk Slice.
It’s got that innocent, “I’m totally healthy” vibe (thanks, milk-in-the-name marketing), and if you grew up in Germany, chances are you had one of these in your school lunchbox at least once. Now, let's warmly welcome the vegan version for all of us Milchschnitte fans!
I admit, it doesn't taste quite like the original, but it’s close enough to make me smile. I have high hopes they’ll continue to tweak the recipe to make those chocolate sponge layers a little richer and softer. But as is, it’s already pretty darn good.
Little tip: Let it sit out of the fridge for 10–15 minutes before you snack on it, so that the creamy white filling gets all deliciously soft.
Where to get vegan Milchschnitte:
Penny (Food for Future is their in-house brand).
3. Ice Cream by Mövenpick
One of Germany’s best-known ice cream brands has officially entered the vegan chat—and they’ve done it sooo well!
We’re not just talking about the usual vanilla or chocolate flavors here (though I'm totally down for these classics). Mövenpick has gone all out with fancy taste combinations like Passion Fruit Coconut and Cherry Brownie.
It’s not organic, I know, but it’s worth a taste test, both flavors are yummily indulgent.
Where to get it:
Available at all major German supermarkets, like Edeka or Rewe.
4. Prinzenrolle by DeBeukelaer
Here we go—another childhood classic that everybody in Germany knows (and most people love). Two perfectly crunchy cookies sandwiching a chocolate layer that’s not too soft, not too firm, not too light, and not too dark. Simply yummy! And now, it’s vegan—and oh boy, does it taste good! Exactly how a Prinzenrolle choc cookie is supposed to taste.
Honestly, I wasn’t surprised. The brand DeBeukelaer has already proved they know how to nail vegan cookies with their Cereola Cookies - those and their Cereola Choviva are among my all-time faves.
But back to the Prinzenrolle (which literally translates to 'Prince's Roll'—a name I find mildly weird, so let’s stick with 'Prince’s Biscuits'): If you’ve always preferred them over every other chocolate-filled sandwich cookie, then the vegan version is definitely for you.
If not, I’d recommend other brands that I personally find tastier, PLUS they’re organic, too! For example, DM's house brand or the cookies by the fully vegan brand Veganz, which even offers lemon-filled sandwich cookies. And as a big vanilla fan, I have to give a shoutout to the vanilla-cream-filled sandwich cookies by Biobis (also organic, yeah).
Where to get it:
Available at all major German supermarkets, like Edeka or Rewe.
5. Sweet Mini Zwieback by Brandt
In Germany, the name Brandt is associated with dry, plain zwieback—a trusty remedy for an upset stomach. But their sweet Mini Zwieback creations are next-level sweet snacks; in fact, they’re downright treats.
The vegan versions come with a delicate chocolate coating in two flavors: caramel and cocoa-hazelnut. Perfect for when you’re craving something sweet and small and crunchy!
Where to get it:
Available at all major German supermarkets, like Edeka or Rewe, or online at Amazon.de.
6. Cinnamon Baked Apple Wafers by Manner
Swoon, swoon, swoon. First, for the classic Manner wafers (the ones with the iconic hazelnut nougat filling, pictured on the right) that have always been accidentally vegan and beloved by plant-based snackers everywhere.
And now, for their new holiday-inspired flavor: Cinnamon Baked Apple! These wafers melt on your tongue with a delightfully warm blend of spiced apple and cinnamon - you're instantly whisked away to a heavenly Christmas wonderland.
Where to find them:
Available at all major German supermarkets like Edeka or Rewe—but probably only during the holiday season, so grab them while you can!
7. Marble Mini Cakes by Kuchenmeister
Marble cake—the classic of all cakes! You’d think creating a vegan version would be easy, right? Wrong, soooo wrooong. Most attempts end up being... well, not marble cake. It seems simple, but nailing the texture is anything but.
I’ve tasted my way through countless pieces of vegan marble cake: homemade, bakery-fresh, or pre-packaged from discount stores. And, honestly, I was always disappointed. They were always too something... too doughy, too greasy, too heavy, or their flavor was weirdly artificial and over-spiced.
But then I discovered these: Mini Marble Cakes from Kuchenmeister. And let me tell you, they live up to the brand name—‘Kuchenmeister’ literally means cake master in German, and it fits perfectly.
The texture is just how I remember it from a non-vegan marble cake: airy, springy, crumbly, and melt-in-your-mouth soft. Not too dry, not too moist—perfection. The flavor? A vanilla-chocolate dream.
Warning: they’re dangerously addictive!
Where to find them:
Available at all major German supermarkets like Edeka or Rewe, or online at Amazon.de.
8. Cookies with Pistachio or Hazelnut Filling by sottolestelle
You know those moments when you walk into your favorite organic store, and your eyes catch something so exciting you can’t believe it? That’s exactly what happened when I found these little cookies with a creamy heart—“cuor di crema” (hello, beautiful Italian language!)—filled with either pistachio or hazelnut.
Made by an Italian brand, no less! Vegan Italian products have never disappointed me (see #1 above). Italians simply refuse to make anything that doesn’t taste absolutely amazing—whether it’s vegan or not, don't you agree?
These cookies are a must-try!
Where to get them:
Find them in organic supermarkets like Denns or Alnatura.
9. Pralines/Truffles by La Mara Chocolaterie
We're stepping away from our typical supermarket shelves here because that's not where you would find #9 and #10. In fact, we're entering divine indulgence territory now.
I’d been eyeing the pralines from La Mara Chocolaterie for a while and finally treated myself (or rather, got my husband to gift them to me for Christmas—extra love for also surprising me with their gorgeous La Mara Advent Calendar).
I’m not sure how long La Mara Chocolaterie has been around, but since I only discovered them in 2024, they’re definitely making the cut for this list.
But there are more (substantial) reasons WHY: they’re a fully vegan chocolaterie creating ridiculously delicious, stunningly beautiful, and sometimes delightfully unique praline flavors like Yuzu, Cassis Noir, and Pecan Caramel.
Finding good vegan pralines is already a feat, but discovering something this gorgeous and high-quality? LITERAL. JACKPOT.
Where to find them:
Shop them online via La Mara’s website or check out select chocolateries across Germany that carry their creations.
10. Dubai Chocolate Cookies by Chimneys
The surprise champion of my vegan sweets ranking: overwhelmingly delicious cookies!
Cookies? Really? You might be wondering. But please, let me explain.
While searching for vegan Dubai chocolate, I stumbled across Chimneys’ online shop. Their Dubai Cookies (whaaaat? #instantjoy) immediately caught my eye, and naturally, I had to try them.
Well, the next thing you know, Macadamia White Chocolate Cookies, Triple Chocolate Cookies, Peanut Butter Choc Chip Cookies, and Chocolate Chip Cookies also rushed into my shopping cart. (For my next order, I’ve already got my sights set on their Raspberry White Chocolate and Blueberry Chocolate Chip cookies.)
And WOW. Just. WOW! Ordering those cookies was the best decision everrrr. These cookies are a full-blown sensory experience. The smell, the taste, the texture...
Well, let’s talk about that texture for a sec: it’s somewhere between cookie dough and cake batter. Dense, a little crumbly, while rich and buttery. Almost like they’re underbaked—but in the most genius way possible. Quite honestly, I’ve never tasted anything like this before. Every bite is a completely unique cookie experience.
You get it now, don’t you? These cookies had to take the top spot on my list!
Where to find them:
Order online from Chimneys’ shop or stop by their two cafés in Berlin.
Have you tried any of these vegan sweets already? Of course, everyone’s taste is different, and this was just my take on these hyped goodies. So, what do you think? Agree or disagree? Do you know other must-try new vegan sweets?
Wishing you planty of delightful snacks,
Ramona
Psst ... you'll love the 11 Hottest Vegan Cookbooks of 2024 and these Raspberry Muffins With Hazelnuts.
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