Author: Alisa Fleming

OCHO has offered vegan coconut candy bars for years. But this year, they’ve leveled up with a whole new line of dairy-free, chocolate-covered, ooey-gooey caramels. OCHO Plant-Based Caramels are certified vegan, organic, and fair trade, and they are available in Classic, Coffee, Cinnamon, and Chocolate varieties. OCHO Plant-Based Caramels Simplify Dairy-Free Dessert Unlike most caramels, OCHO Plant-Based Caramels are made without dairy butter, cream, and milk but with natural, organic ingredients. Just be sure to familiarize yourself with may contain statements. These are not reflective of ingredients and should not be used to assess a company’s allergen protocols. As always,…

Move over avocado toast. Vegan avocado ice cream sandwiches are here! Cado Dairy-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches have launched in two flavors: Mint Chip and Double Chocolate. Each variety is made with classic, soft, chocolate wafer cookies and is filled with two of the most popular Cado Dairy-Free Ice Cream flavors. Cado Dairy-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches are Novel Frozen Desserts Cado ice cream really is made with avocado puree and is even enriched with avocado oil. You can read more about the ingredients below, followed by additional product information. Mint Chip Ingredients: non-dairy frozen dessert (organic avocado puree [water, organic avocado], organic…

Updated in 2023! These “just” dairy-free blueberry muffins are now loved in thousands of homes. The recipe showcases wild blueberries, which are smaller than their “domesticated” cousins, and perfect for generously populating muffins. They provide the perfect dose of sweet-tart fruit for lunch boxes or an after-school treat. These Old-Fashioned Dairy-Free Blueberry Muffins are Wildly Popular This dairy-free wild blueberry muffins recipe was originally shared with us by Wild Blueberries in 2013! We have recently updated the recipe with more information and clarity, and we have several new tips in the FAQs below. But don’t worry, the ingredients haven’t changed…

If you’re looking for a warm weather dish that’s naturally dairy-free, try this Asian sesame noodle salad. It’s light but flavorful, and can be tossed with whatever vegetables are in season. The recipe is also peanut-free and tree nut-free with options for gluten-free and soy-free! So almost anyone can enjoy it. Asian Sesame Noodle Salad that’s Naturally Dairy-Free & Nut-Free This cold noodle salad recipe was originally shared with me by my good friend Hannah Kaminsky about fifteen years ago! She has since written numerous vegan cookbooks, but I still love this simple dish. I’ve updated her recipe below and…

White chocolate and milk chocolate covered pretzels are lunchbox favorites, but store-bought versions contain dairy and other top allergens. Fortunately, it’s super easy to make free-from versions at home! Enjoy Life now produces allergy-friendly chocolate chips in semisweet, dark, ricemilk, and white varieties. We put them to the test, and also have the perfect ratios to create dairy-free chocolate covered pretzels that will put a smile on kids of all ages. This post is sponsored by Enjoy Life Foods, but we only share honest opinions and experiences. This is the primary brand of chocolate that I’ve used in my baking…

Summer isn’t just about fresh produce. It’s also high season for many types of seafood. Scalloping season runs from July through September, and is the perfect time for making these dairy-free seared scallops with lemon, garlic, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Perfect Dairy-Free Seared Scallops with Zesty Ingredients More than fifteen years ago, Cate O’Malley shared a recipe for scampi-style scallops with us. She had adapted it form Good Housekeeping magazine. We’ve since updated her pan-seared scallops recipe, and have added some more information, notes, and FAQs. Can I Use Frozen Scallops? Yes, you can. But it’s best to defrost the scallops in the refrigerator overnight before using. If you’re…

This isn’t your ordinary cake recipe! Fresh apples and carrots are literally mixed into the cake batter for a delicious infusion of nutrients and flavor. You don’t even need to peel the apples! To top it off, this dairy-free breakfast cake is 100% whole grain and hearty enough to satisfy in the morning or as a healthy afternoon dessert. Dairy-Free Breakfast Cake made with a Blend of Healthy Ingredients Years ago, a friend named Amy Green shared her favorite gluten-free dairy-free breakfast cake recipe with us. At that time, Amy ran a food blog and authored a cookbook, but she…

This healthy dairy-free Cuban potato salad recipe was originally shared with us by  Cate O. back when she ran the blog FitFare. Potato salad is synonymous with summer, barbecues, and picnics. Like peanut butter and jelly, you really can’t have one without the other. In an issue of Latina Magazine, there was a feature on three ways to make Cuban Potato Salad: traditional, healthy, and fast. Guess which one I chose? Gold star if you guessed healthy. Simple to make and flavorful enough that it got my I-don’t-eat-potato-salad husband to have not one, but two, helpings. Cuban Potato Salad made…

It’s been an amazing cherry season this year. I typically enjoy them as a snack, but was recently inspired to make this dairy-free fresh cherry crisp. It’s a delicious variation on a classic dessert that combines the sweet-tart taste of fresh cherries with a perfectly sweet and buttery topping. Technically, this is a cherry crumble, since it doesn’t contain oats. But I did include an oat option! The Dairy-Free Fresh Cherry Crisp Recipe that You’ll Love This dairy-free cherry crisp is a new recipe from my kitchen! Years ago, Prevention magazine shared their fresh cherry crisp recipe with us. Unfortunately,…

I originally tried this Thai chicken spring rolls recipe back in 2006. Over the years, I’ve adapted it a bit, added options, and I now use my Homemade Thai Peanut Sauce. These are kind of a summer roll – spring roll hybrid, since the filling is cooked, but they’re served in fresh rice paper wrappers. They aren’t fried like spring rolls often are. The recipe is naturally dairy-free, and it’s also easily gluten-free. You can serve this recipe as an appetizer, but we call it lunch! Dairy-Free Chicken Spring Rolls with a Summery Disposition Some of you have probably made…

Trader Joe’s taunted us with their Hold the Cone line for quite a while. Those ice cream filled cones are like mini Cornettos or Lil’ Drums, and come in both staple and seasonal flavors throughout the year. But two years ago, the envy ended. Hold the Dairy! Vegan Mini Ice Cream Cones launched in the Trader Joe’s freezer section. Each tiny treat has coconut milk ice cream packed into a small wafer cone, and is garnished with more tasty bits of dairy-fee chocolate. To top it off, they’re made in Italy! And this year, they’ve launched their first Non-Dairy seasonal…

You know you’ve made a good recipe when no one can keep their hands out of the cookie jar. And everyone went back for more of these dairy-free butterscotch cookies. Each tender morsel has that perfect crispy-chewy-doughy ratio and a rich, lightly buttery taste that melds addictively with dairy-free butterscotch chips. The Best Dairy-Free Butterscotch Cookies These dairy-free butterscotch cookies were a happy accident. I was working on my oatmeal scotchies recipe, and added too much flour by mistake. I rolled with it, skipped the oats, and the results were near perfect! A few more little changes, and this recipe…

Tuna salad is a lunchtime favorite that’s typically made without dairy. There’s no need for milk, cheese, or cream – in fact, they would taste out of place. But this particular recipe is my amped up version, with some added healthy ingredients, a lighter profile, and versatility. You can scoop it atop green salad, enjoy it in lettuce wraps, sandwich it between your favorite bread, or turn it into pasta salad! Naturally Dairy-Free Tuna Salad makes a 10-Minute Meal Many years ago, a super-spunky friend named Diane shared her three-onion tuna salad recipe with me. At the time, she ran…

Breakfast on the go? Check! Healthy natural ingredients? Check! Tasty indulgent flavor? Yes, these dairy-free chocolate protein muffins check all the boxes. They’re even relatively low in calories and sugars, and the recipe includes options for various allergies and dietary needs. Dairy-Free Chocolate Protein Muffins for the Whole Family This recipe for dairy-free chocolate protein muffins is a sample from The Gluten-Free Family Cookbook: Allergy-Friendly Recipes for Everyone Around Your Table by Lindsay Cotter of Cotter Crunch. I have answers to some common questions for both the recipe and her cookbook below. Where Can I Get Oat Flour? Can I…

I’ve always loved the way some ice cream toppings firm up on frozen desserts, turning into a crackly, chocolaty experience. Smucker’s Magic Shell and most other competitors contain milk, so I like to make my own copycat versions. This dairy-free peanut butter magic shell recipe is one of my old favorites. It quickly solidifies into a thin layer of rich, peanut buttery goodness. Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Magic Shell with Options for All This peanut butter ice cream sauce really does firm up just like Magic Shell! It’s from my flagship book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook), where you…

Last year, Daiya launched their first Feta cheese alternative in blocks. This summer, they’re rolling out a crumbled version, and it’s joined by another highly anticipated flavor. Daiya Cheeze Crumbles are now available in both Feta and “Goat Cheese” varieties, and are ready to sprinkle on salad, pizza, pasta, and bowls. Daiya Cheeze Crumbles are New Feta & Goat Cheese Alternatives Like many of their newer cheese alternative formulas, Daiya Cheeze Crumbles are made with an oatmilk base. But unlike the others, these are free of legumes! According to the company, the oat and coconut oil base provide a rich…

Updated in 2023! With an 8-ounce package of aging buttons on my hands, I needed a mushroom-intensive side-dish idea to serve with our evening meal. It was summer, so I wanted a quick and easy stove-top recipes that’s fairly light and doesn’t require a lot of cooking time. These mushroom veggie patties were the solution! Tony loved them with our evening entrée, but I thought they were even better the next day with poached eggs for breakfast. The flavors meld nicely during refrigeration. Easy, Homemade, Dairy-Free Mushroom Veggie Patties Sorry I don’t have a bigger and better picture! I’m not…

Whether you’re just dairy-free, dairy-free and gluten-free, or shun dairy and grains altogether, this recipe for strawberry coconut flour cupcakes is for you. It’s a rather wholesome dessert that’s made with simple, natural, grain-free ingredients, but still tastes light, fluffy, and delicious! Dairy-Free & Grain-Free Strawberry Coconut Flour Cupcakes This recipe for strawberry coconut flour cupcakes is from Gluten-Free Cupcakes: 50 Irresistible Recipes Made with Almond and Coconut Flour by Elana Amsterdam. We originally shared this recipe back when her book was released in 2011. But we’ve since updated this post with more information and answers to your FAQs! What…

If you’re looking for a butterless, oil-free, coconut-free dessert topping, you’ve come to the right place! This dairy-free meringue frosting is made simply with egg whites and agave nectar for a gently sweet, creamy, and fluffy whip. I also love how cost effective it is. Just two whites and a scant amount of sweetener whip up to create a big batch. Dairy-Free Meringue Frosting without Any Type of Butter or Oil This simple recipe is a great stand in for frosting or whipped topping. You can use it atop cupcakes, cakes, crisp, you name it! It was originally shared with…

People are often amazed at the flavors you can create with naturally dairy-free foods. This cheesy red pepper dip is a delicious example. It’s a blend of raw foods, including macadamia nuts, red bell peppers, and miso, that has a wonderfully addictive, cheesy taste. It isn’t trying to be cheese, but it does fill that void while providing loads of nutrients. People Go Nuts for this Dairy-Free Cheesy Red Pepper Dip This recipe was originally shared with us by Erika of Vivapura, a superfood company. That was way back in 2010, but they are still around and so is this…