Author: Alisa Fleming

Like many coffeehouse chains, Caribou Coffee is expanding their plant-based options. And this means more choices for dairy-free customers, too! They now offer almondmilk and oatmilk at all domestic locations, include dairy-free drinks in their seasonal features, and even offer vegan breakfast to go. This full dairy-free guide lists all of the details – both on the main menu and how to custom order. Caribou Coffee Dairy-Free Menu Guide with Vegan Options This menu guide includes dairy-free drink menu options first, followed by custom order drink components, and then the food menu. Be aware of special order requirements in parentheses…

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day next week, I thought I would share a comforting dish that’s inspired by an Irish favorite. This dairy-free shepherd’s pie beckons to tradition, but has some regional options to suit a range of tastes. It’s hearty, flavorful, satisfying, and a great way to use up leftovers and different vegetables. This Dairy-Free Shepherd’s Pie is Classic Comfort Food One of the wonderful things about shepherd’s pie is that it’s so affordable and versatile. You can clean out the fridge for the filling, and even use last night’s mashed potatoes. I have a few more options…

Updated for 2023! A mere decade ago, we were clamoring for any kind of dairy-free Easter chocolate. Now there are dozens of dairy-free chocolate bunnies available, but we still want more. We want alternatives to Cadbury Creme Eggs! Guess what? They’re here. And there is more than one. Many more. Some are sold online, a few are sold in stores, and there are options worldwide. This round-up of dairy-free chocolate cream eggs and filled eggs includes goodies in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., the rest of Europe, and Australia. Allergen Notes: All items listed below were dairy-free by ingredients at…

Updated for 2023! My North American Chocolate Easter Bunny & Egg Round-up became so long that most people didn’t even notice I had listings for Australia, the U.K., and the rest of Europe, too! So I decided to break out the European and Australian dairy-free Easter chocolate options into this dedicated post. That was several years ago. Now this list has also grown to include OVER THIRTY dairy-free Easter chocolate brands, each with their own collection of vegan Easter treats! The Complete Dairy-Free Easter Chocolate List for Australia, UK & Europe The following chocolatiers offer dairy-free Easter chocolate delights, including…

Updated for 2023! We are now 15 years into our annual Dairy-Free & Vegan Chocolate Easter Bunny Round-up, and have MORE THAN THIRTY chocolatiers to share. In addition to dairy-free chocolate bunnies, several of them craft chocolate eggs, chicks, and truffles too! And these days we get to pick between dark, semi-sweet, “milk,” and white chocolate options. Aren’t we spoiled? Vegans, gluten-free / casein-free dieters, lactose intolerant consumers, and even those with multiple food allergies and gluten-free needs can literally choose from dozens of cute and tasty Easter chocolate options. But you might want to hop on over to place your…

Many years ago, my friend Sarena shared her favorite peanut butter oatmeal cookies recipe with us. It was adapted ever so slightly from Allrecipes. She says, these cookies are so good that her family of hungry men can devour nearly an entire batch in a day. We decided to give her recipe a try, and have updated this post with new photos, more information, a teensy recipe modification, and several options. Perfecting Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies The original recipe is actually for peanut butter oatmeal sandwich cookies. The filling is a peanut butter frosting that’s almost a bit too…

With only five ingredients, Miyoko’s Cashewmilk Cream Cheese is the closest thing we’ve found to homemade dairy-free and vegan cream cheese. But unlike most recipes that use acidic ingredients to add tang, Miyoko’s Creamery cultures their cream cheese alternative for a more authentic flavor. And over the years, they’ve whipped up some new flavors, including Scallion, Vegan Lox, Everything, and now, Cinnamon Raisin. Miyoko’s Cashewmilk Cream Cheese is Now in 5 Organic, Vegan Flavors All of Miyoko’s products are palm oil-free, but this line up is also completely oil-free. The creamy consistency comes from a paleo-friendly blend of cashews and…

In recent years, several dairy-free creamers have faded away, but Silk Almond Creamer seems to have a loyal following. In fact, I’ve noticed that stores sometimes have trouble keeping it in stock! But despite these challenges, they keep moving forward, and have even added several new flavors. Creme Brulee and Toasted Hazelnut joined their indulgent flavors last year, the seasonal selection returned, and this year, Mocha joins the mix. Silk Almond Creamer is Rich with Dairy-Free Flavors I’m not a coffee drinker myself, but have taste-tested the Vanilla and Caramel straight up, and in recipes. Both are quite sweet and…

The name might sound familiar, even if you can’t quite place it. That’s because Hunt Brothers Pizza is a store within a store. You can find them inside gas stations and convenience stores in the U.S., and often in sparsely populated areas where food options might be in short supply. Just in case you stumble upon them while hungry, we’ve put together this very quick dairy-free listing. Hunt Brothers Pizza Dairy-Free Menu Guide Because their menu is so short, we’ve decided on a Q&A format rather than our standard menu listing. We think you’ll find it helpful! Does Hunt Brothers…

A couple of years ago, Oatly Oatgurt landed in U.S. stores as one of the first vegan fruit on the bottom yogurt options. At the time, it was also top allergen-free and coconut-free. But they have reformulated! It’s still technically made without top allergens, but it now contains coconut. We have all the details below with the updated ingredients and packaging. Oatly Oatgurt Stirs Things Up with Fruit-on-the-Bottom Vegan Yogurt Oatly Oatgurt is cultured with five live and active vegan probiotic strains. Each variety is made with their baseline Plain yogurt, but the fruit flavors have corresponding fruit jams on…

There are some recipes out there for vegan mozzarella sticks, but they are quite a process to make, and the results aren’t always reliable. Which is why it’s great to see products like FarmRich Plant-Based Mozzarella Sticks hit the stores. These fun indulgences are a great way to treat your salty, ooey, gooey loving taste buds. We have all of the details below on this frozen snack, plus a quick list of the other dairy-free appetizer that FarmRich offers. There are quite a few! FarmRich Plant-Based Mozzarella Sticks and Other Dairy-Free Appetizers We’ve listed the full ingredients for their latest…

If oatmilk is typically too watery for your taste, it’s time to try So Delicious Organic Oatmilk. Available in Original and Extra Creamy, these cartons rival the richness of 2% and whole milk, respectively. They are lower in protein in protein than dairy milk, but are fortified with vitamins and minerals to help move them one step closer to a true dairy milk alternative. So Delicious Organic Oatmilk Lands in Two Creamy Varieties Both varieties of So Delicious Organic Oatmilk are lightly sweetened, and recommended for coffee, cereal, and smoothies. But let us know how you like it in the…

Updated February 2023! If dairy-free ice cream custom ordered with your flavors of choice and made instantly before your eyes sounds too good to be true, then you haven’t been to a Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream shop. They use liquid nitrogen to flash freeze your ice cream, which also eliminates ice crystals. That said, they have told us that the vegan varieties are a bit more like ice milk in consistency, but still quite good. And you can choose from all of the mix-ins and flavors below. Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream Dairy-Free Guide You choose the base, your flavors, and…

Updated February 2023! Oh how Starbucks has evolved over the years. When I first posted about this mega coffee house chain, it was to share the dairy-free versions of their “new” Vivanno Nourishing blends. Those have since vanished from the menu. And sadly, their wonderful Tazo tea menu has also been replaced by an overly sweet, floral Teavana line-up. However, for dairy free Starbucks coffee drinkers or a quick vegan nosh on the go, the options have actually expanded. Scroll through our guide, or use these jump links to get ahead: What’s New at Starbucks Dairy-Free Drinks at Starbucks (Hot, Cold,…

As a company, So Delicious is always listening to their customers. They go the extra mile to create products that suit as many needs as possible, and their latest cultured snack is proof. So Delicious Dairy Free Simply Yogurt is made without top allergens, added sugar, fake sweeteners, and gums! It’s also rich with coconut cream and made with relatively simple ingredients, for a naturally thick and smooth finish. So Delicious Dairy Free Simply Yogurt is Sweetened with Fruit, Not Sugar The initial release of this line includes four classic flavors. They’re each gently sweetened with apple puree. Once you’ve…

Once again, So Delicious has updated their packaging, switched up flavors, and rolled out a new formula. This time it’s with their creamers. So Delicious Coconutmilk Creamer now comes in French Vanilla and Sweet & Creamy, and has an all new recipe that’s still organic, but is made with a few more ingredients. So Delicious Coconutmilk Creamer Gets a New Flavor, Formula, and Look The new formula of So Delicious Coconutmilk Creamer now contains coconut oil and pea protein – as a heads up to the legume allergic! Also, both flavors are now sweetened. For those who are able to…

Most vegan brands are still heavily focused on oats, but Trader Joe’s hasn’t abandoned creamy coconut milk. They’re still crafting dairy-free ice cream with this naturally-fatty fruit, and have added three flavors of Trader Joe’s Coconut Frozen Desserts in the past year alone. The first two focused on creative coffeehouse favorites, while this year’s addition is a unique citrusy creation: Yuzu Ripple. Yuzu Ripple photo from Big Box Vegan Trader Joe’s Coconut Frozen Desserts Really Pop in these Unique Dairy-Free Flavors These genius taste pairings combine coconut milk with Asian-inspired foods and traditions. Once you buy and try any of…

Updated February 2023! Outback Steakhouse repeatedly makes the list for top allergy-friendly restaurant chains in the U.S., despite the fact that they don’t have an allergen menu. Why is that? According to dairy-free and food allergic readers, it’s the staff. Not everyone has a perfect or even good experience (locations and staff can differ!). But Outback Steakhouse receives more positive reviews on their handling of allergen requests than most other restaurant chains. People repeatedly report the good training, knowledge, and attentiveness of the servers and cooks. And we have tips from Outback Steakhouse plus a quick menu of items to…

Word has slipped out that Reese’s has created their first dairy-free chocolate confection. Reese’s Plant-Based Peanut Butter Cups are made with the brand’s classic peanut butter filling, but it’s enrobed in a milky oat- and rice-based chocolate. Reese’s Plant-Based Peanut Butter Cups are Unapologetically Dairy Free Some keen online shoppers spotted these treats on Rite-Aid’s website, but it looks like they were prematurely posted. Nevertheless, they are expected to be in stores soon, and we do have some details already, like the ingredients, nutrition, pricing, and certifications. Read on for these details, and we’ll update once we have even more…

Updated February 2023! A reader named Julie let us know about a growing chain called Genghis Grill. It’s a fun Mongolian-style restaurant, where you build your own bowl, and watch them grill it up for you. You pick the base, the protein, the vegetables, and the sauce, almost all of which are dairy free! But we’ve included more details in the guide below. Genghis Grill Dairy-Free Menu Guide This menu guide includes dairy-free menu options first, followed by custom order components. Be aware of special order requirements in parentheses () next to the menu items, and see the Heads Up notes…