I Brought 9 Vegan Party Food Trays And Came Home Empty
Bringing food to a party can feel risky, but it’s hard to argue with results when nothing makes the trip back. 9 big trays went in, and not even a crumb survived for the ride home. Whatever doubts were floating around at first clearly disappeared halfway through the evening. If that’s not proof people will eat vegan food without a second thought, it’s hard to think of what is.
Vegan Chicken Nuggets
Family parties usually mean leftovers but every piece of Vegan Chicken Nuggets got snatched up before I went back for seconds. People liked how easy it was to pick up and dip which made it go fast. Even meat-eaters didn’t hesitate to clear the tray out. I barely put the dish down before it started to empty.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Chicken Nuggets
Breaded Mushrooms
Appetizers go quick when they’re crunchy so Breaded Mushrooms vanished without a trace at our party. Kids and grown-ups both kept dipping and grabbing until there was nothing left. A lot of friends came back for more but found the tray completely cleaned out. If I bring them again I’ll double the batch for sure.
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Vegan Buffalo Jackfruit Dip
No one wanted to miss out when Vegan Buffalo Jackfruit Dip landed on the snack spread. The dish was gone halfway through the party and everyone kept asking who brought it. Plenty of folks said it reminded them how good plant-based party food can be. By the end nobody cared it was vegan as long as they got a scoop.
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Baked Tofu
Sometimes simple foods go first and that was true for Baked Tofu at our table. People liked the cooked texture so the tray cleared out quicker than expected. Guests kept commenting how light it felt with the rest of their meal. It’s rare to bring tofu home from a party but tonight there wasn’t a cube left.
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Egg Rolls
Finger foods turn into instant hits so it’s no surprise that Egg Rolls disappeared from my tray in record time. The crunchy shell got everyone reaching for seconds and even third helpings. Friends kept looking for more after the plate was wiped out. If you want something gone by the end of the night this is it.
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Crispy Avocado Fries
No one minded trying something new once I brought out Crispy Avocado Fries for the group. People crowded around until they were all gone even those who said they don’t like avocado. Several folks asked how to make them at home after the party. I didn’t get a single one for myself after the tray hit the table.
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Vegan Breaded Mushrooms with Garlic Aioli
Dips level up any party tray so naturally Vegan Breaded Mushrooms with Garlic Aioli were finished fast. People kept double dipping which made the platter clear out before most arrived at the table. Someone even scraped up the last of the dip with a cracker. That combo might be the most requested for my next gathering.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Breaded Mushrooms with Garlic Aioli
Chocolate Hummus
Every time I try something sweet at a party it seems to get everyone’s attention so Chocolate Hummus was gone by dessert time. Kids loved it with fruit while adults kept sneaking a spoonful for themselves. Nobody guessed it was made with simple pantry stuff. Next time someone else is bringing dessert because I’m out of recipes.
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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
Big trays usually mean leftovers but people kept hovering around Buffalo Cauliflower Wings until only crumbs were left. Little kids who never try new foods even gave them a shot which was a nice surprise. The kick of spice made people talk long after the party was over. I took an empty tray home for the first time ever.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
