10 Best Healthy Christmas Vegan Snacks for Holiday Parties

Make your holiday parties unforgettable with these 10 delicious and healthy vegan snack ideas. Perfectly festive, nutritious, and packed with holiday cheer!

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An assortment of vibrant vegan snacks displayed on a festive table.
An assortment of vibrant vegan snacks displayed on a festive table.

Make your holiday gatherings unforgettable with these 10 Healthy Christmas snacks that are festive, delicious, and entirely vegan. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply looking for creative ideas, these recipes combine bold flavors, wholesome ingredients, and vibrant holiday vibes. Perfect for spreading joy and nourishing your loved ones!

Golden brown vegan stuffed mushrooms on a rustic wooden platter, filled with breadcrumbs, walnuts.
Golden brown vegan stuffed mushrooms on a rustic wooden platter, filled with breadcrumbs, walnuts.

1. Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms

These bite-sized vegan stuffed mushrooms are a crowd-pleasing favorite, filled with a savory walnut and breadcrumb stuffing that’s packed with flavor.

Ingredients

  • Large button mushrooms

  • 100 g breadcrumbs

  • 50 g chopped walnuts

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

How to Make

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

  2. Remove mushroom stems, chop finely, and sauté with garlic in olive oil.

  3. Mix the sautéed stems with breadcrumbs, walnuts, and parsley.

  4. Stuff the mixture into mushroom caps and bake for 15 minutes.

  5. Serve warm and watch them disappear!

A colorful vegan veggie platter with carrot sticks, celery sticks, cherry tomatoes, broccoli.
A colorful vegan veggie platter with carrot sticks, celery sticks, cherry tomatoes, broccoli.

2. Festive Vegan Veggie Platter with Hummus Dip

A veggie platter with hummus is a fresh and vibrant addition to any holiday spread, packed with crunchy vegetables and a creamy dip.

Ingredients

  • Carrot sticks

  • Celery sticks

  • Cherry tomatoes

  • Broccoli florets

  • Red bell pepper strips

  • 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)

How to Make

  1. Arrange colorful vegetables in a festive design on a platter.

  2. Serve with a bowl of hummus for dipping.

  3. Optional: Sprinkle pomegranate arils or fresh herbs over the platter for extra holiday flair.

Round vegan gingerbread energy balls on a wooden plate
Round vegan gingerbread energy balls on a wooden plate

3. Vegan Gingerbread Energy Balls

These gingerbread energy balls are a no-bake treat that combines festive flavors with a healthy twist.

Ingredients

  • 150 g rolled oats

  • 100 g almond butter

  • 50 g molasses

  • 1 tsp ground ginger

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup

How to Make

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.

  2. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls.

  3. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

These energy balls are perfect for a quick snack or to pack as a holiday gift!

A rustic ceramic bowl filled with bright green, crispy vegan kale chips
A rustic ceramic bowl filled with bright green, crispy vegan kale chips

4. Crispy Vegan Kale Chips with Seasoning

Light, crispy, and addictive, these kale chips are a guilt-free snack for holiday movie nights.

Ingredients

  • 200 g kale leaves

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ¼ tsp garlic powder

  • Pinch of salt

How to Make

  1. Preheat the oven to 150°C.

  2. Toss kale leaves with olive oil and seasoning.

  3. Spread on a baking tray and bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy.

  4. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Halved mini bell peppers stuffed with a colorful mixture of quinoa and vegan cream cheese
Halved mini bell peppers stuffed with a colorful mixture of quinoa and vegan cream cheese

5. Vegan Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers

These mini bell peppers are a colorful addition to your holiday snack table, filled with creamy quinoa goodness.

Ingredients

  • 10 mini bell peppers

  • 200 g cooked quinoa

  • 50 g vegan cream cheese

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make

  1. Halve the mini bell peppers and remove seeds.

  2. Mix quinoa, vegan cream cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

  3. Stuff the mixture into the peppers. Serve raw for crunch or bake at 180°C for 10 minutes.

Golden brown vegan spinach and mushroom pinwheels on a wooden serving board
Golden brown vegan spinach and mushroom pinwheels on a wooden serving board

6. Vegan Spinach and Mushroom Pinwheels

These flaky, savory pinwheels are a guaranteed hit at any holiday party.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet vegan puff pastry

  • 200 g spinach, chopped

  • 100 g mushrooms, diced

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

How to Make

  1. Sauté spinach, mushrooms, and garlic in olive oil until softened.

  2. Spread the mixture over the puff pastry.

  3. Roll the pastry tightly, slice into pinwheels, and bake at 200°C for 15-20 minutes.

Golden-brown sweet potato rounds topped with creamy avocado
Golden-brown sweet potato rounds topped with creamy avocado

7. Sweet Potato Rounds with Avocado Cream

Elevate your snack game with these elegant sweet potato rounds topped with creamy avocado.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced into rounds

  • 2 avocados, mashed

  • 1 tbsp lime juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make

  1. Bake sweet potato rounds at 200°C for 15 minutes.

  2. Mash avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper.

  3. Dollop avocado cream onto sweet potato rounds and serve.

Round vegan snowball cookies coated in powdered sugar
Round vegan snowball cookies coated in powdered sugar

8. Vegan Snowball Cookies

Soft, sweet, and coated in powdered sugar, these vegan snowball cookies are a festive holiday treat.

Ingredients

  • 200 g almond flour

  • 50 g coconut oil, melted

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • Powdered sugar for coating

How to Make

  1. Mix almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla into a dough.

  2. Roll into small balls and bake at 175°C for 12-15 minutes.

  3. Once cooled, roll in powdered sugar.

For more delicious holiday treats, check out our Guilt-Free Desserts section!

Vegan mini Caprese skewers with cherry tomatoes, vegan mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves
Vegan mini Caprese skewers with cherry tomatoes, vegan mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves

9. Vegan Mini Caprese Skewers

These bite-sized caprese skewers are fresh, festive, and easy to assemble.

Ingredients

  • 150 g cherry tomatoes

  • 100 g vegan mozzarella balls

  • Fresh basil leaves

  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze

How to Make

  1. Skewer cherry tomatoes, vegan mozzarella, and basil leaves.

  2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.

Pieces of vegan dark chocolate bark with chopped almonds, dried cranberries
Pieces of vegan dark chocolate bark with chopped almonds, dried cranberries

10. Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark

End your holiday party on a sweet note with this customizable vegan dark chocolate bark.

Ingredients

  • 200 g vegan dark chocolate, melted

  • 50 g almonds, chopped

  • 50 g dried cranberries

  • 1 tbsp shredded coconut

How to Make

  1. Spread melted chocolate on parchment paper.

  2. Sprinkle with almonds, cranberries, and shredded coconut.

  3. Chill until firm, then break into pieces.

For more Healthy Christmas recipes, visit our Smoothie Recipes and Healthy Snacks sections!

FAQ

Are these snacks suitable for kids?

Absolutely! Many of these snacks, like the snowball cookies and sweet potato rounds, are kid-friendly and fun to eat.

Can I make these recipes ahead of time?

Yes! Recipes like kale chips, gingerbread energy balls, and chocolate bark can be prepared in advance.

Are these snacks gluten-free?

Several recipes are naturally gluten-free, such as the stuffed mini bell peppers and sweet potato rounds. For others, you can use gluten-free substitutions like almond flour or gluten-free puff pastry.

Celebrate with Healthy Christmas Snacks

These Healthy Christmas snacks are perfect for spreading holiday cheer while keeping things nutritious. From savory bites to sweet treats, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy. Try these recipes today and make your holiday parties unforgettable!