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Last Update in April 2024! We’ve created this ever-growing guide to restaurants, bakeries, cafes, ice cream shops, and stores in Missouri that are friendly to dairy-free diners. It’s a collection based on research and reader recommendations (send yours!) that’s divided into restaurants & shops by city (first) and major chains found throughout the state (second). And we’ve started a section for specialty dairy-free foods produced in this state. We Update Continuously! You can ignore the original date on this post going forward. We update the information below whenever we’re alerted to a new recommendation, change, or closure. Photo from Range…

In the last two years, Califia Farms Almond Creamer has undergone quite a few changes. There have been aesthetic updates, like simplifying the name from “almondmilk creamer” to just “almond creamer,” and designing a bold new look. But Califia Farms has also reformulated their base with less sugar and without coconut cream, to make each flavor coconut free. In addition, they’ve swapped out several flavors to stay current and have added a full Organic line. The latter is made with just 5 simple ingredients, and without gums or oils. Califia Farms Almond Creamer Now in Regular and “Clean” Organic Flavors…

Updated April 2024! Califia launched their at-home Oat barista blend several years ago, and quickly followed it up with unsweetened and lightly sweetened Almond barista blends. In 2021, they focused on function with two healthier. The detour was short-lived, and in 2022, Califia Farms Barista Blends went back to the basics. This year, they’re continuing their simplistic push forward with a Coconutmilk version. And Califia has expanded their Barista distribution to the UK. Califia Farms Barista Blends Mix it Up for Oat and Almondmilk Fans All of the current Califia Farms Barista Blends reportedly work as plant milk in cereal…

Many, many years ago, I discovered a fun trick for making healthy oat waffles. It involves blending the oats with liquid ingredients to make a quick batter. This recipe for dairy-free baked oats uses that same fast and easy technique to make a wholesome muffin-life breakfast. Dairy-Free Baked Oats to Blend Up for Breakfast The original recipe for these blended baked oats was shared with us by Dole Food Company, as a sample from The Dole Ultimate Banana Cookbook. It’s a complimentary ebook that was just released today, and includes 35 of the company’s most requested recipes. It isn’t completely dairy-free,…

There is one impressively easy dessert that truly embodies spring: grasshopper pie. It’s green hue and creamy filling are the perfect fit for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and Memorial Day. Sometimes it’s a refrigerated pie, but we prefer to make it as a dairy-free mint chip ice cream pie. That cool mint flavor is just amazing when frozen. And it transitions seamlessly from rainy spring celebrations to hot summer birthdays and barbecues. O’MY! It’s Dairy-Free Grasshopper Mint Chip Ice Cream Pie We originally created this recipe for O’MY Dairy-Free Gelato. Sadly, they hit a rough patch with distribution and are…

Last Update April 2024! Busy schedules, tight budgets, and a lack of desire to cook are just some of the reasons most people head to the frozen food aisle. But the options can seem limited for special diets. Fortunately, we were able to unearth hundreds of dairy-free frozen entrees for you to choose from! We’ve neatly listed them below by brand to help you find some new favorites for fast and easy meals. There are even options for gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, and vegan needs. Dairy-Free Frozen Entrees Guide with Easy Microwave, Oven, and Stove Top Meals We have listed the…

Updated April 2024! True Food Kitchen is a rapidly expanding, healthy, table-serve restaurant chain that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil. Their menu closely adheres to the principles of his popular anti-inflammatory diet. Consequently, they serve a wide selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options with Mediterranean, Asian, and Californian influences. True Food Kitchen Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Vegan, Allergen & Custom Options Most of their menu remains fixed year round, but they do rotate new and seasonal items in each quarter. This guide reflects their base menu plus their Spring 2022 seasonal options. Be aware of special order requirements…

Last Update in April 2024! We’ve created this ever-growing guide to restaurants, bakeries, cafes, ice cream shops, and stores in Maine that are friendly to dairy-free diners. It’s a collection based on research and reader recommendations (send yours!) that’s divided into restaurants & shops by city (first) and major chains found throughout the state (second). And we’ve started a section for specialty dairy-free foods produced in this state. We Update Continuously! You can ignore the original date on this post going forward. We update the information below whenever we’re alerted to a new recommendation, change, or closure. Photo from Liquid…

Chloe’s Oatmilk Pops originally launched at one of the worst possible times. Their first flavors emerged right as our food supply chain fell apart in early 2020. Despite the cold shoulder greeting, they’ve been quite successful. In fact, Chloe’s has updated their dairy-free flavors to include four creamy varieties. And they recently revamped the packaging with a bold new look. Chloe’s Oatmilk Pops are Now Chilling in Six Creamy Dairy-Free Flavors Chloe’s Oatmilk Pops were the first dairy-free frozen novelty to emerge with an oatmilk base. Competitors have since risen, but they still have a nice little vegan and gluten-free…

Updated April 2024! Chloe’s started out as a dairy-free soft serve shop on the East coast. They focused on fruit forward flavors which they swirled into cups and froze into pops. The grab-and-go pops became quite popular, so they eventually began packaging Chloe’s Fruit Pops for retail. Today, they are 100% focused on their retail products, which still include this wonderful selection of the classic Chloe’s Fruit Pops. They’ve recently updated their packaging, so we thought this would be a good time to update our post, too! Chloe’s Pops Keep it Real with Eight Fruit-Forward Varieties Unlike most of their…

Updated April 2024! Macadamia nuts are native to Australia, which is where this brand got their start. Because of the price (those nuts aren’t cheap!), macadamia milk has struggled to take hold in the market. But Milkadamia Macadamia Milk has made a go of it with more affordable pricing and a popular creamy formula. This dairy-free beverage is now available across the U.S. in a range of varieties for breakfast, baking, and enjoying coffeehouse favorites. Milkadamia Macadamia Milk Now in 7 Dairy-Free Varieties Macadamias are pretty darn creamy on their own. But to make a more consumer-ready beverage, Milkadamia makes…

Updated April 2024! Several years ago, a reader Nancy recommended Bob Evans Restaurants to us. “Bob Evans in Lexington KY was absolutely wonderful. Attributes included: the server knew what to suggest, the server checked it out with the chef, the chef cleaned the grill before cooking.” Bob Evans also offers an allergen menu, which we paired up with information from their current menu and their staff to create this detailed dairy-free menu with custom order options. Bob Evans Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Allergen Notes & Vegan Options Though most of their menu options contain milk, Bob Evans restaurants have several dairy-free…

This rapidly growing American restaurant chain actually started in Clarksville, Indiana. But today, there are Texas Roadhouse locations in 49 U.S. states, including Texas (sorry Hawaii!). Their selection is a bit dairy heavy, but there are still some great dairy-free choices on the menu and with our custom order guidance. Plus, they are well known for great service toward special diet guests, often accommodating food allergies, gluten-free needs, and even vegan requests. Texas Roadhouse Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Allergen Notes & Vegan Options This menu guide includes dairy-free menu options first, followed by custom order components. Be aware of special…

Updated April 2024! Panda Express is the largest Asian fast food chain in the U.S., specializing in American Chinese cuisine. They used to have some very odd menu labeling for milk, but we helped them get it fixed, so now every section of their menu is filled with dairy-free options. We’ve summarized them into a quick menu guide below. Panda Express Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Allergen Notes & Vegan Options This information is for the U.S., but their menu only varies slightly in Canada. Please note that not all menu items listed below will be available at each Panda Express…

Updated April 2024! Dairy-free yogurt has seen a boom in recent years, and there are now dozens of brands to choose from (we think these are the best). With so much competition, manufacturers are squeezing into new markets, including dairy-free yogurt tubes and pouches! This round-up includes the options currently available, all of which happen to be vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and carrageenan-free, too. Note: This guide is for informational purposes only. All of the non-dairy products mentioned in this post were dairy-free by ingredients at our time of review. But ingredients and process are subject to change at any time, so…

You might recall their first foray into dairy-free yogurt pouches back in 2020. Just like those refrigerated squeezies, the newer Once Upon a Farm coconut milk yogurt  pouches are plant-based, made for kids, organic, stocked with probiotics, and contain no added sugar. But they’ve swapped out the pumpkin seed milk for creamier, richer coconut milk and simplified the ingredients a touch. Once Upon a Farm Coconut Milk Yogurt comes in 3 Fruity Pouch Flavors There’s a lot to love about these dairy-free yogurt pouches. They’re nutritionist-approved  and have been Clean Label Project Purity & Pesticide-Free awarded. They were designed for…

This garden-inspired, dairy-free barley salad is a great way to spring into the season. It’s made with whole grains, filled with vegetables, and dressed with a light but flavorful vinaigrette. I would describe it as a Mediterranean style dish that’s a bit like Greek salad, but with a few hearty and flavorful twists. It’s also highly versatile, and can be delicious with whatever’s in season. Dairy-Free Barley Salad with a Bowlful of Nutrition This dairy-free barley salad recipe was an entry in our Spring Fling Dairy-Free Recipe Contest that we cohosted with So Delicious about a decade ago. It was created and submitted by…

Updated April 2024! KFC (formerly known as Kentucky Fried Chicken) is the world’s second-largest restaurant chain by sales (after McDonald’s). They have nearly 20,000 restaurants globally. And they have a ton of menu items made without dairy! In fact, the majority of their fried chicken and many of their sides at North American locations are made without any milk. We’ve outlined them in our dairy-free menu guide below. KFC Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Allergen Notes & Vegan Options This menu guide includes dairy-free menu options first, followed by custom order components. Be aware of special order requirements in parentheses ()…

Why try to mask the coconut? Celebrate it with this dairy-free coconut rice pudding. This is a traditional-style recipe, just like grandma used to make, that incorporates the natural richness and flavor of coconut in every bite. It’s not only non-dairy, but is also naturally free of nuts and soy. For the perfect finish, it’s garnished with toasted coconut. Dairy-Free Coconut Rice Pudding with Toasted Coconut This recipe for creamy dairy-free coconut rice pudding was an entry in the March Recipe Madness Contest that we cohosted with So Delicious about a decade ago. It was created and submitted by Robin Batterson. Her…

Last Update in April 2024! We’ve created this ever-growing guide to restaurants, bakeries, cafes, ice cream shops, and stores in Rhode Island that are friendly to dairy-free diners. It’s a collection based on research and reader recommendations (send yours!) that’s divided into restaurants & shops by city (first) and major chains found throughout the state (second). And we’ve started a section for specialty dairy-free foods produced in this state. We Update Continuously! You can ignore the original date on this post going forward. We update the information below whenever we’re alerted to a new recommendation, change, or closure. Photo from…