Author: Alisa Fleming

When updating our go-to recipe for dairy-free ricotta, I was reminded of my favorite dairy-free stuffed shells recipe. I initially made it over fifteen years ago, but we still love it as a base recipe. It’s delicious as is, but is also easy to modify, based on your taste or your pantry. Plus, it’s really quite simple. The steps might look daunting, but the spinach-ricotta style filling takes just minutes to blend up, and can easily be made ahead. From there, just stuff the shells, cover in sauce, and bake! It’s a comforting, yet nutritious Italian-American meal. These Dairy-Free Stuffed…

I’ve whipped up many types of dairy-free ricotta cheese alternatives over the years, but frequently return to this fat, easy, and delicious tofu ricotta. It’s actually lower in fat, calories, and carbs than dairy ricotta. Yet, it’s higher in protein! In terms of baseline nutrition, it’s a powerhouse. And in terms of taste and texture, it’s positively wonderful. I’ve used it in so many recipes! Keep it Simple with this Dairy-Free Ricotta Cheese Substitute With the help of my recipe crystal ball, I’ve been able to predict questions that some of you might have about this dairy-free ricotta cheese alternative.…

Most restaurants and home cooks rely heavily on dairy butter, and sometimes cream and cheese, when making this Italian classic. But this flavorful recipe for dairy-free chicken piccata gains most of its richness from olive oil. The sauce is bold on its own, but melds perfectly with the lightly coated chicken cutlets. It’s a wonderful dish that we can’t eat in restaurants, but can easily make at home! Bring a Taste of Italy Home with Dairy-Free Chicken Piccata This dairy-free chicken piccata is quite rewarding for such little effort. The chicken is pounded thin for tenderness and even cooking. And…

The dairy-free community was a bit shaken up when Simply Almond Milk was discontinued. It was the only readily available almond milk without any additives, and was so much easier than homemade … until now! This Simply Almond Milk copycat recipe takes just a few minutes to make (no soaking!), is cheap, and fits almost every need and craving. I even have versions for Unsweetened, Original, Vanilla, and Extra Creamy. Simply Almond Milk Copycat Recipe that’s Fast, Easy, Cheap, and Delicious! I’ve actually been making almond milk this way for many years, but I decided to hone in on the…

Hollandaise sauce might be synonymous with French cuisine, but eggs benedict is a classically American recipe. It involves layering English muffin halves with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and a generous drizzle of hollandaise. It’s a popular brunch dish that’s typically loaded with dairy. But this delicious dairy-free eggs benedict recipe is made with a fast and easy dairy-free hollandaise sauce, and your choice of store-bought or homemade English muffins. Classic Dairy-Free Eggs Benedict with Options for All You can make my traditional dairy-free eggs benedict recipe as is, or customize it with some of the tips and suggestions below. I…

Updated February 2024! When plant-based food sales reached double digits across the US, many ice cream brands scooped up the opportunity to release non-dairy flavors. Baskin-Robbins was a little late to the social, but they eventually perfected vegan versions of some classic fan-favorite flavors. And they’ve continued to evolve with new flavors and bases. For a little while, they focused on rich almond butter, then they moved onto oat milk. Now they’ve gone back to a classic, coconut milk, for their latest dairy-free flavor: Mint ChocoChunk. In this post you’ll find detailed information on the creamy dairy-free flavors (click to jump…

According to some sources, English muffins are traditionally made with milk. Which is why many popular brands, like Orowheat, Thomas, and Bays contain dairy in some form or another. But there are quite a few dairy-free English muffin brands, too! We’ve got a quick run down of the options with pertinent information at a glance, and dietary options for all. This includes homemade and store-bought choices for vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly needs. You can jump ahead to the sections using these links: Classic Brands, Gluten-Free Brands, Recipes. Allergen Notes: All items listed below are dairy-free by ingredients. But ingredients are…

Many store-bought English muffins actually contain milk. And the dairy-free options aren’t always the cheapest or readily available. So I decided to switch to homemade, and I might never go back! These dairy-free English muffins are perfectly delicious and tender. Use a fork to pull them apart, and then toast to create all of those crispy edges. It’s the perfect base for dairy-free eggs benedict or medium for your favorite spreads. The Best Dairy-Free English Muffins Recipe with Options After perusing many recipes, I decided to start with a classic from King Arthur as my base. Their recipe makes a…

Even with fluctuating egg prices, classic dairy-free hollandaise sauce can be well worth it. This rich condiment is typically off limits to dairy-free diners in restaurants, and it really is easy to make at home. In minutes, you can have a smooth, silky sauce that takes your dairy-free eggs benedict, asparagus, fish, or other brunch dishes to the next level. Dairy-Free Hollandaise Sauce without the Fuss Classic hollandaise sauce, sometimes called Dutch sauce, is actually correlated with French cuisine. It’s an emulsion of egg yolks, butter, and lemon juice that’s very rich in both taste and consistency. Some dairy-free hollandaise…

Winter might be the peak season for citrus, but sunny lemon always sounds so good in spring and summer. Which is why I decided to bake up these dairy-free lemon cupcakes for the weekend. They’re moist, tender, and have that wonderful sweet-tart flavor that’s hard to resist. Easy One Bowl Recipe for Dairy-Free Lemon Cupcakes I’ve tested many recipes for dairy-free lemon cupcakes, most of which use dairy-free butter alternative. But the faux butter muddled the lemon a bit too much, causing an off flavor, in my opinion. So I switched to using oil for a cleaner citrus taste. It’s…

Special diets aren’t always easy, especially when you have more than one restriction. And certain staple foods, like bread, can be downright difficult. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to the best dairy-free gluten-free bread products. It’s a collection of options that includes various types of breads (bagels, buns, sliced sandwich loaves, baguettes, etc) and choices we like for different dietary needs (allergen-free, sugar-free, gum-free, vegan, AIP, paleo, etc). Allergen Notes: All items listed below are dairy-free and gluten-free by ingredients. But ingredients are subject to change at any time, and all products are at some degree of risk…

Updated March 2023! There are quite a few bars on the market, but Real Food Bar founders, Anna and Sean, thought they could do it better. They traveled the world on hiking adventures, and never quite found the perfect fuel – so they created it. Their initial line with three flavors was quite impressive. But the healthy duo decided to reformulate last year, and has also added more flavors to the Real Food Bar line. The update included removing honey from their recipe, so the entire collection is now vegan friendly. Real Food Bar Focuses on High Fiber and Plant-Based…

Way back in 2008, authors Isa Chandra Moskowitz and Terry Hope Romero shared their recipe for Vegan Gingerbread Cupcakes with us. It included a dairy-free lemon frosting recipe. We now publish that cupcake recipe with a different frosting, and lean on this lemony frosting for other cupcake flavors. It’s the perfect cake topping in winter, when citrus is at its peak, but is also fresh and zesty for spring and summer. Dairy-Free Lemon Frosting to Top Your Freshest Cake Flavors This dairy-free lemon frosting recipe is slightly adapted from the timeless cookbook, Vegan Cupakes take over the World. I also…

Updated in 2023! The longer days of spring and summer offer ample time to get out and enjoy the sunshine. Most doctors now advocate soaking up some rays for the Vitamin D, but too much time in the direct sunlight is counterproductive. Beyond burns, sun damage can have harmful long-term effects. And some of us need sunscreen to ease our pale skin into the great outdoors. But picking the best sunscreen isn’t easy for everyone, especially those of us with sensitive skin and allergies. Yes, some researchers say dairy-free skincare could be essential for some people. Luckily, there are now…

It was created for kids, but I think adults without little ones will also appreciate the clean ingredients and natural nutrition in Kiki Milk. It’s made with organic whole foods and fortified simply with seaweed-derived calcium. They previously launched original and chocolate versions of Kiki Milk in both single-serve and multi-serve sizes, and this year they’ve added Kiki MacNut Milk to their line up. Kiki Milk is Just Like Homemade, Only Better I’ve included information for all three varieties below, but we’ve only tried Kiki MacNut Milk. It’s rich and has that rustic homemade consistency – smooth and creamy but…

If you’re looking for a candy bar, buy a candy bar. But if want dairy-free protein bars that you might enjoy eating, you’ve come to the right place! We sampled dozens of brands, and discovered that each has pros and cons, whether it be for taste, texture, ingredients, or nutrition. But the ones we selected below stand out as the best dairy-free protein bars overall. The 10 Best Dairy-Free Protein Bars for Your Needs There are other posts out there for the best vegan protein bars, but they don’t include all of the dairy-free options. Not to mention, I think…

Over the years, Lake Champlain has quietly added more vegan chocolates to their collection. But this year, they’re making some noise with a full line of retail non-dairy chocolate treats. Lake Champlain Plant-Based Truffle Bars are decadent sweets crafted without dairy or soy, that feature bold flavors from simple organic ingredients. The initial launch includes five diverse varieties: raspberry, sea salt caramel, cinnamon, peppermint, and cold brew. Lake Champlain Plant-Based Truffle Bars Impress in 5 Dairy-Free Flavors They might be labeled as “bars,” but each package of Lake Champlain Plant-Based Truffle Bars actually contains two sizable squares. Each square is…

Updated March 2024! The initial collection was quietly launched a few years ago, but Califia Farms Oat Creamer line has been making a splash with new flavors. Last year they added Cinnamon Roll and Mint Chip, and this year they’ve rolled out Campfire S’mores – a unique flavor that’s reminiscent of those sweet, gooey, dessert sandwiches. We have full details on all of their Oat Creamers below. Califia Farms Oat Creamer Now in 6 Dessert-Worthy Vegan Flavors Each creamy batch is made from North American-grown oats. Be sure to leave your unbiased rating and review below once you have the…

Are you a fan of Vevan Snax? Or perhaps you aren’t even aware that dairy-free cheese snacks are now a thing. Either way, I’m sure you’ll be happy to hear that GOOD PLANeT Dairy-Free Cheese Snack Packs have been rolling out to stores. These cheese-nut-cranberry trios take trail mix to the next level, and are available in Smoked Gouda and Cheddar varieties. GOOD PLANeT Dairy-Free Cheese Snack Packs Launch in Gouda and Cheddar We love that GOOD PLANeT opted to release two different vegan cheese varieties from Vevan, adding more individual options to the market. But keep in mind that…

Earlier today, I mentioned the revamp and expansion of Albertsons house brand of oatmilk ice cream. But their almondmilk ice cream line has also undergone a makeover, which includes two trendy new flavors: Cherry Maximum Fudge Moose Tracks and Caramel Macchiato. These fledgling Open Nature Almond frozen dessert pints also have a new base formula, which boasts almond paste as the first ingredient, instead of almondmilk. Open Nature Almond Frozen Dessert Holds Steady with 3 Vegan Flavors The initial launch of Open Nature Almondmilk Frozen Dessert included three flavors. Two have been discontinued, but the new flavors have taken their place.…