Yeast is an egg-shaped fungus that is made up of a single cell, which you can only see when looking through a microscope. In one gram of yeast, there are 20 billion yeast cells. In baking, yeast is often used for bread or other doughy baked goods. During the baking process, yeast ferments the sugars found …
Also known as glycerine, glycerin, or by its E number of E422, glycerol is an odorless, colorless liquid that is often added to mass-produced food products. Its most common use is as a sweetener and you’ll find it in a range of products from chewing gum to condensed milk.It also has a place outside of …
Trying to avoid foods with animal-based ingredients is a constant struggle when you’re following a vegan diet. There are even some things that you might put in your mouth out of habit, without giving a second thought as to whether or not they are vegan. Chewing gum is probably the most common of these.While chewing …
Laffy Taffy is a strip of fruit-flavored taffy that is incredibly popular among children and adults alike. The candy was first introduced in the 1970s with the name Beich’s Caramels, although this did not accurately represent the candy at all. Nestle now owns Laffy Taffy and mass produces it all over the world, with it being …
Snyder’s Pretzels are a popular brand of pretzels that can be considered one of the market leaders in the USA. There are many different varieties of Snyder’s Pretzels to look at today, so let’s get started! We’ll be looking at whether the different flavors of Snyder’s Pretzels are vegan-friendly or not.Snyder’s Traditional PretzelsThere are thirteen …
With their crispy, crunchy texture and irresistible, delicious flavors, Funyuns have become one of the most popular go-to snacks in the world. But, in a world where an increasing number of people are switching to a plant-based diet, one question remains; are Funyuns vegan?To answer this question once and for all, we took an in-depth …
Tootsie Rolls, Tootsie Fruit Chews, and Tootsie Pops are amongst the world’s most popular candies. However, over the last few years, as more and more people have started adopting the vegan lifestyle, the vegan-friendliness of these delicious treats has been called into question. So, are Tootsie Rolls, Fruit Chews, or Pops vegan? We decided to find …
Some obvious things cannot be consumed when you’re following a vegan diet. Meat, dairy, eggs, and even honey are all off the menu. But one of the most surprising, and certainly the most hotly debated ingredient is sugar. While being vegan is first and foremost about reducing animal suffering, as well as reducing your environmental impact, …
Pita bread is one of the most popular side dishes, particularly in Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Also known as “Pitta”, this flatbread has evolved over time into regional variations, gotten itself different names, and is even available in a range of flavors.But has it evolved enough to become a vegan-friendly choice? Below, we’ll take a …
Let’s be honest with ourselves, we all love a little bit of chocolate every now and then. That sweet, creamy, delicious taste all crammed into one sweet treat! You just can’t beat it! As a vegan, you can find it easy to give up some foods, but a little more trying to give up your …
