Vegan Candy Corn

Does it exist? Where can I find it?

By Sage Scott

Let's start by digging into common candy corn ingredients.

Some sugar is processed with bone char. To ensure your candy is vegan, look for certified organic sugar or an alternative sweetener like agave or maple syrup.

Maybe

Is it vegan?

Sugar

Gelatin is derived from the collagen found in animal tissues. To ensure your candy is vegan, be sure it does not contain gelatin.

No

Is it vegan?

Gelatin

Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honeybees. It is often used to give candy a shiny finish. To ensure your candy is vegan, be sure it does not contain beeswax.

No

Is it vegan?

Beeswax

Carnauba wax is a plant-based wax derived from the leaves of the carnauba palm.  It is a vegan-friendly alternative to beeswax.

Yes

Is it vegan?

Carnauba Wax

If you follow an alpha-gal diet or are a vegetarian, there are a few candy corn options.

Candy Corn Brands

You'll have to make your own vegan candy corn.

But, If You're Vegan

Get recipes to make vegan candy corn here.