Vegan Gluten-free Wagon Wheels
Wagon Wheels – another classic British treat I just had to recreate. Do you sense a theme here? It seems I’m drawn to making healthified, vegan and gluten-free versions of some of Britain’s favourite treats at the moment. So far I’ve made my own versions of Oreos, Twix, Snickers, Bounty Bars, Ferrero Rocher, Hobnobs, Jaffa Cakes and now Wagon Wheels! What’s next? Who knows, but I’m really enjoyedexperimenting with such classic sweet treats, and you seem to be enjoying them too!
I say a British classic, however; a quick search online tells me that Wagon Wheels actually originated in Australia before moving base here. Now they seem to be popular the world over, and that doesn’t surprise me one bit.A marshmallow and jam centre sandwiched between two crumbly cookies, what’t not to like?
I’m sure everyone knows Wagon Wheels aren’t vegan, but something that I only recently found out is thatthey’re not even vegetarian as the marshmallow layer contains gelatine. That’s why it’s so important to read the labels on the food we eat. You just have no idea what you might find hiding in there! Needless to say I haven’t actually had a Wagon Wheel in years so that doesn’t really affect me, but I can imagine many vegetarians picking up a pack without realising they aren’t suitable for vegetarians!
Just like many of my recipes, these Wagon Wheels aremeant to be a treat to be enjoyed every now and then and after you’ve eaten all your veggies, fruits, proteins, beans, pulses, nuts seeds and wholegrains! Just because a recipe is vegan and gluten-free doesn’t necessarily mean it’s bursting with nutrition. These vegan gluten-free Wagon Wheels are ‘healthier’ treat with some fibre and nutrients, but they’re not exactly vegetables so don’t go gobbling the whole lot in one go! But as I always say, if you’re going to treat yourself, why not have a treat that will also give your body something it needs rather than just empty calories.
Vegan Gluten-free Wagon Wheels
Makes: 14-16
Ingredients:
For the cookies:
1 batch homemade vanilla biscuits
For the ‘marshmallow’ centre:
- 1 cup (130g) raw cashews, preferably soaked for 4 hours for a smoothertexture
- 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) full fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp creamed coconut or coconut cream, melted*
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
* You can use coconut oil instead but the mixture won’t be as creamy
For the Jam layer:
1/4 batch homemade chia jam
For the chocolate coating:
200g dairy-free dark chocolate, melted. I used 72% cocoa solids
Method:
- Make the cookies and leave to cool completely.
- Blend all the ‘marshmallow’ ingredients in the food processor until smooth.
- Spread a layer of the marshmallow cream on one of the cookies, followed bya thin layer of jam. Top with another cookie.
- Freeze cookies for 4 hours or overnight – this will help the chocolate set more smoothly.
- Place one wagon wheel onto a spoon and use another spoon to drizzle the melted chocolate on top and along the sides. Place on a chopping board covered with parchment paper.
- Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Enjoy!
Nadia2017-06-13T13:23:42+01:00March 4, 2017|Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|17 Comments
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17 Comments
Jacqueline MeldrumMarch 5, 2017 at 1:35 pm - Reply
You always wow me with your recipes Nadia and this one is no exception. Sharing!
Elinor KuglerMarch 5, 2017 at 4:16 pm - Reply
I think it’s great that you’re making healthy, vegan and gluten free versions of some of the greatest treats! 🙂 This looks SO good, and the shots are super professional! Thanks for this great post Nadia!
Rebecca @ Strength and SunshineMarch 5, 2017 at 5:26 pm - Reply
O I remember wagon wheels! That crispy cookie and marshmallow! How fun!
Andrea @ The Petite CookMarch 5, 2017 at 8:07 pm - Reply
Oh wow, these look (and I bet taste) even better than the real deal Nadia!
Angie@Angie's RecipesMarch 6, 2017 at 6:35 am - Reply
You make the coolest and healthiest desserts, Nadia. These chocolate covered wheels look absolutely heavenly! That ‘marshmallow’ center is really neat!
Stacey | Goodness is Gorgeous |March 6, 2017 at 9:52 am - Reply
These look amazing Nadia, and the recipe seems fairly simple too. Definitely going to give these ago!
Kate | Veggie DessertsMarch 6, 2017 at 10:23 am - Reply
Oh my! These look absolutely amazing!!! I remember having Wagon Wheels when I was young so I love your version.
MargotMarch 6, 2017 at 11:01 am - Reply
Oh, those look soooo good. They would be perfect for spring school bake sale, vegan and gf goodies are always very popular.
LivMarch 6, 2017 at 2:06 pm - Reply
Oh wow this is just so awesome! I’m definelty making theses for my husband! He’s newly vegan and adjusting to things this will definitely make him happy!
Anu - My Ginger Garlic KitchenMarch 10, 2017 at 6:48 pm - Reply
Your recipes always make me drool and this one is no exception, Nadia. Love how pretty and delicious these wagon wheels look.
JoyMarch 25, 2017 at 10:03 pm - Reply
Omg, this looks amazing! Does the “marshmallow” layer taste like coconut?
NadiaMarch 26, 2017 at 1:54 pm - Reply
I don’t think it tastes like coconut. Use odourless coconut oil if you’re worried about the coconut taste coming through.
claire purvisAugust 29, 2018 at 5:50 pm - Reply
Thought I’d look at recipes after bake off made these, it says gluten free but contains GF oats, my daughter can’t have oats either.
NadiaAugust 29, 2018 at 6:52 pm - Reply
I’m sorry to hear your daughter can’t have oats. The recipe is gluten-free though. You could try using gluten-free flour instead of the oat flour, but I haven’t tried doing that myself so can’t guarantee the outcome.
CharmaineOctober 15, 2018 at 12:24 pm - Reply
Hi Nadia! I think your talent is fantastic! I’m totally useless making stuff like this and if I’m honest I’ll say I like to eat healthy desserts in moderation but I’m not bothered with the faffing..?…and that’s maybe because I don’t understand the science! I would love to see your products made commercially, still healthy of course, and for sale across the planet! You obviously understand the craft. Good luck Nadia! I’ve subscribed to your newsletter. Perhaps some of your magic will rub off on me ?
StephanieOctober 20, 2021 at 5:43 pm - Reply
These look AMAZING! I’ll have to try these for Thanksgiving.
NadiaOctober 20, 2021 at 5:51 pm - Reply
Thanks Stephanie! Let me know what you think once you’ve tried them 😀
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