Walker’s Royal Shortbread Announces Plans For Vegan Version

Walker’s Shortbread, a Scottish company with a royal warrant, has announced plans to create a vegan version of its iconic biscuit to appeal to a broader audience. Managing director Nicky Walker stated that the company wants its products to be enjoyed by as many different factions as possible, including those who follow a vegan diet. The company's famous butter shortbread is currently a popular product in the UK and around the world, and the addition of a vegan option would help Walker’s "move with the times."

Founded in 1898 and known for their high-quality ingredients, Walker’s Shortbread is Scotland’s biggest food exporter and also produces a range of other biscuits and crackers. The company's decision to explore vegan options reflects a larger trend of non-vegan companies transitioning to plant-based alternatives, with brands like Hershey’s, Nestlé, and Cadbury recently releasing vegan versions of their popular products. Walker’s Shortbread will need to find a suitable vegan alternative for the dairy butter used in their original recipe to maintain their reputation for using the finest ingredients possible.