Vegan Ice Cream UK: The Complete Supermarket Guide 2026
The vegan ice cream market in the UK has exploded in recent years. You can now find plant-based options in every major supermarket, from budget own-brand tubs to premium indulgent pints. Here is a complete rundown of what is available in 2026.
Major brand vegan ice cream
Ben & Jerry’s Non-Dairy
Ben & Jerry’s has the widest range of vegan flavours of any major brand. All their Non-Dairy pints use an almond milk or sunflower butter base. Flavours include Chocolate Fudge Brownie, Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter & Cookies, and Caramel Brownie. Available at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons, and Ocado. Expect to pay around £5–6 per pint.
Magnum Vegan
The Magnum Vegan range uses a pea protein-based ice cream with vegan chocolate coating. Available in Classic and Almond. The taste is remarkably close to the original. Widely available in multipacks and individually. Around £3.50–4 for a pack of 3.
Swedish Glace
One of the original vegan ice cream brands in the UK and still one of the best value options. Available in Vanilla, Chocolate, Raspberry, and Smooth Caramel. Uses a soya base. Found in most supermarkets for around £3 per tub. A solid everyday option.
Halo Top Dairy-Free
The low-calorie ice cream brand has several dairy-free options. They use coconut milk as a base. Flavours include Peanut Butter Cup and Chocolate. Available at Tesco and Sainsbury’s.
Oatly
Oatly makes ice cream in several flavours using their oat base — Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Hazelnut Swirl, and Salted Caramel. The texture is lighter than dairy ice cream. Available at most major supermarkets.
Supermarket own-brand vegan ice cream
Tesco Plant Chef / Wicked Kitchen
Tesco has a strong range including chocolate and salted caramel tubs, plus ice cream sticks and cones. Generally priced at £2–3, making them the best budget option alongside Swedish Glace.
Sainsbury’s Plant Pioneers
Coconut-based tubs in several flavours. Solid quality at a reasonable price.
Aldi Plant Menu
Aldi’s vegan ice cream range is limited but extremely affordable — often under £2 per tub.
M&S Plant Kitchen
M&S offers premium-positioned vegan ice cream including sticks and tubs. Higher price point but good quality.
Vegan ice lollies
Many standard ice lollies are accidentally vegan. Calippo, Solero Exotic, Fruit Pastilles lollies, and Rowntree’s Watermelon lollies are all typically vegan. However, always check the specific product as formulations change. Cornetto and most Viennetta products are NOT vegan as they contain dairy.
What to watch out for
- Milk chocolate coatings — if an ice cream has a chocolate shell, check it is specifically vegan chocolate.
- “Dairy-free” vs “Vegan” — dairy-free means no milk, but the product might still contain honey or other animal ingredients. Look for the Vegan Society trademark or check the full ingredients list.
- Wafer cones — some contain milk or egg. The ice cream might be vegan but the cone is not.
The verdict
You are spoiled for choice in 2026. For everyday eating, Swedish Glace and supermarket own brands offer the best value. For a treat, Ben & Jerry’s Non-Dairy is hard to beat. For a classic ice cream bar experience, Magnum Vegan is the closest to the real thing.
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