Chocolate is, perhaps, one of the most comforting foods we can reach for. It's sweet, silky and melts in your mouth - no wonder there are countless flavours, brands and variations to choose from.
Of course, this has always been the case for those that can eat dairy, but for vegansand those with lactose intolerance, it has been quite tricky to pick up achocolate bar. Typically, only dark chocolate and a handful of vegan options have been available.
However, this is the case no more. With veganism on the rise and an increasing amount of people trying Veganuary, the free-from industry is booming and there are now plenty of sweet treats to choose from - so many that it can be hard to choose which one.
To make your choice easier, we have put together a list of the best vegan chocolate in stores so you can fill your sweet tooth cravings and not be disappointed.
Our pick of the best vegan chocolates
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If you love the chocolate and orange flavour combination, you will adore this bar from the vegan Galaxy range. It's velvety, just like regular Galaxy, so you won't be missing out on the iconic silky taste. A luxurious treat that will hit the spot every time.
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If you or your plant-based friend has been missing the taste of the Cadbury Camarel bar, then we have the solution for you. This decadent Caramel Chocolate bar tastes like the real thing - you can even get aNomo Caramel Filled Chocolate Drops box if you feel like a real treat.
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This is the closest to a creamy milk chocolate bar you're going to get. Not only is it silky and smooth, but it doesn't contain a single allergen. It is entirely free from dairy, gluten, egg and nuts. It's just delicious!
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These nutty treats are a perfect substitute to the popular American chocolate, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. They are salty, sweet, chocolatey, and everything a peanut lover's dream chocolate bar would taste of.
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While it's not exactly a chocolate bar, this rocky road will certainly give you that chocolate fix! Gluten-Free, milk and egg free and of course vegan, a Belgian dark chocolate ganache base is studded with nuggets of shortbread and crisped rice and finished with mini marshmallows.
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A melty biscuit centre dipped in chocolate - these vegan and gluten-free sweet treats are next to impossible to share. Allergen-free, these chocolate biscuit bites are an excellent substitute for Maltesers and have 39% less sugar than most chocolate brands.
This selection box is filled with Moo Free chocolates of all different flavours so you can find your favourite. These chocolates are thin and snack-size, so you don't have to feel guilty if you finish a whole bar. Plus, it makes a wonderful gift for vegan friends and family.
If you are looking for something a little more luxurious and decadent, these award-winning chocolate truffles will hit the spot. It comes with a selection of 16 truffles, including Hazelnut Crunch, Almond Salted Caramel, Stem Ginger, Around Midnight Espresso & Rhubarb & Vanilla Fool. You don't have to eat dairy to be a chocolate connoisseur.