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Quick answer · Vegan & dairy-free
Is honey vegan?
No
No. Honey is made by bees, and the Vegan Society doesn't consider it vegan. On a vegan board, use fig jam, membrillo or another fruit preserve for the sweet note.
Honey is one of the most common additions to a cheese board, which makes it easy to forget on a vegan one. It also hides in hot honey, honey mustard, honey-roasted nuts and many graham crackers.
Some vegetarians eat honey and some vegans debate it, but the Vegan Society's position is clear, and it's the safe default when you're hosting someone else.
What to check
- hot honey and truffle honey
- honey mustard and honey-roasted nuts
- graham crackers and some granola
Our verdicts
| Ingredient | Vegan | Dairy-free |
|---|---|---|
| Honey | SkipHoney isn't vegan. | SafeNo milk in the usual recipe. |
| Hot Honey | SkipHoney isn't vegan. | SafeNo milk in the usual recipe. |
| Honeycomb | SkipHoney isn't vegan. | SafeNo milk in the usual recipe. |
| Honey Mustard | SkipHoney isn't vegan. | SafeNo milk in the usual recipe. |
| Graham Crackers | Check the labelMany graham crackers contain honey. | Check the labelSome recipes add butter, whey or milk powder. |
What to use instead
Sweet spreads that are vegan:
Fig JamMembrilloApricot JamCherry Preserves
The full vegan & dairy-free guide: every ingredient, swaps and setup →
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Reviewed October 1, 2026. Brands change their recipes, so we re-check these pages every 6 months. For a serious allergy or celiac disease, read every label and ask your guest. How we classify ingredients.
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