Author: Alisa Fleming

They were announced in the fall of last year, but Nestle’s Coffee Mate Plant Based Creamer had its big store roll out in the past few months. Now you can find it at numerous major grocers in two classic flavors: French Vanilla and Caramel. This budget dairy-free creamer is made with a combination of almond milk and oat milk. We have the full ingredients below, along with answers to all of your questions. Coffee Mate Plant Based Creamer is a Blend of Almond and Oat Milk Everything you need to know is in the next two sections, and followed by…

Ah, the humble yellow cake. It sometimes goes by the more fanciful name of “golden butter cake,” but I don’t think it needs boasting. It’s that extremely versatile cake used for birthdays, office parties, barbecues, and other gatherings. Just like the traditional version, this dairy-free yellow cake has a classic tender texture and rich sweet flavor that pairs with almost any event. The recipe is from my flagship book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook. The Dairy-Free Yellow Cake Recipe for Almost Any Occasion What’s so wonderful about yellow cake is it’s ability to appeal to so many different…

This dairy-free chicken alfredo is made with one of my favorite creamy sauces of all time. It’s rich, flavorful, boasts healthy ingredients, and is ready in minutes. It really is one of those recipes that tastes almost too good to be true! You can find it in my second cookbook, Eat Dairy Free, but I’m also sharing it in this post for all of you to enjoy! The Only Dairy-Free Chicken Alfredo Recipe You Need I decided to post the dairy-free chicken alfredo recipe online, since it receives a lot of questions. I’ve addressed them in the FAQs below, which…

These dairy-free garlic sauteed mushrooms make a super fast and easy side dish! The mushrooms are cooked with just a touch of olive oil and infused with flavor from everyday ingredients. They go well alongside just about any meal and would even be delicious tossed with pasta. Garlic Sauteed Mushrooms are Always in Season Spring is actually when some specialty mushroom pop up, but mushrooms are readily available year round. And believe it or not, mushrooms have been ranked as the most sustainable vegetable. These little brown fungi require less land, growing materials, water, and energy than most other crops.…

The world’s largest food company is releasing yet another major product line for the dairy-free community. Nestlé Toll House Plant Based Morsels are scheduled to hit stores in two classic varieties: semi-sweet and dark chocolate. They’ll be here just in time for your summer cookie baking! But don’t worry, we have all of the information now, including ingredients, availability, pricing, and more FAQs. Nestlé Toll House Plant Based Morsels are “Classic” Dairy-Free Chocolate Chips Nestlé Toll House Plant Based Morsels were created in the image of the company’s signature chocolate chips, but with whole grain oat flour instead of milk.…

I always thought brownies needed eggs, until I tried these amazing vegan brownies. They’re completely egg-free, butter-free, and dairy-free, yet they taste deliciously fresh, incredibly rich, moist, and deliciously sweet. As an added bonus, they’re made purely with pantry ingredients, but they taste so much fresher than a box mix! These Amazing Vegan Brownies use Simple, Everyday Ingredients I wasn’t a fan of vegan brownies until I made this recipe. These have an addictive deep chocolate flavor with the perfect balance of dessert-like sweetness. I originally shared this recipe back in 2008, but have since updated it, and also have…

Every year, I search for Earth Day recipes to get some healthy ideas. But most of what I find is food tinted with green and blue food dye! I thought it was time to celebrate with sustainable recipes that don’t look like the earth, but instead, benefit the earth. In honor of the date, I’ve gathered 22 sustainable dairy-free recipes that cover savory dishes, no waste ideas, virtuous desserts, and healthy drinks. 22 Dairy-Free Sustainable Recipes for Earth Day and Every Day All of these sustainable recipes are dairy-free and plant-based. These two aspects alone can account for some major…

I can’t help it. Granola is the first food that comes to mind when Earth Day rolls around. But this isn’t your ordinary granola. What if I told you it was a naturally dairy-free, soy-free, oil-free, and gluten-free granola recipe? What if I said that you wouldn’t even need to buy gluten-free oats to make it gluten-free, and you could make it without any specialty ingredients? Yes, a simple crispy oat-free granola recipe that works for almost everyone. Well, what are you waiting for? Preheat that oven! This Crispy Oat-Free Granola is the Ultimate Earth Day Breakfast I did hesitate to call this…

When you first go dairy free, it’s amazing to find out how many foods contain milk. You quickly discover that dairy goes far beyond milk, cheese, and cream. It’s found in everyday breads, pasta sauces, seasoning mixes, and yes, even croutons. In fact, the croutons at most restaurants contain milk in some form. You can find some brands in store (I’ve included a list of dairy-free crouton brands below), but it’s so easy and cheap to make your own dairy-free croutons! This is the recipe I’ve been using for many years. I originally posted it to an old blog, but…

Whether you want a buttery spread for toast and sauces, or buttery sticks for baking and sweets, this homemade dairy-free butter alternative has you covered. This delicious, budget-friendly recipe is from my flagship book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook. I’ve put it through the ultimate tests—including batches of vegan (egg-free) “Tollhouse” cookies at high altitude. There was no greasy separation, just perfect chewy cookies every time. Homemade Dairy-Free Butter for Spreading, Cooking, and Baking The base of this inexpensive dairy-free butter recipe is simply two types of oil and milk alternative. But I explain below the lesser ingredients,…

I initially shared this recipe way back in 2008, in my first edition of Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook. I wasn’t the first person to make a dairy-free feta cheese alternative from tofu, and I certainly won’t be the last. Versions of this recipe are now made in countless home kitchens, but this is the original version that I still use. It’s timeless, delicious, and so incredibly cheap and easy! Versatile Dairy-Free Feta Cheese in 10 Minutes or Less The recipe is so straight forward, but I know from my previous posting of this recipe that there will…

You can enjoy these simple dairy-free salmon cakes on a bun, in a lettuce wrap, in a lunch bowl, or with a salad. They are patty-sized, but you can make them smaller, if preferred. The recipe is made with everyday ingredients that you can find in any store, or even in your pantry! Dairy-Free Salmon Cakes that Go from Pantry to Table This recipe for dairy-free salmon cakes was originally brought to us over a decade ago by Olympic. They used to make soy yogurt. Sadly, their soy product line has disappeared, but this healthy dish lives on. We’ve given…

One of the beautiful things about pancakes is their simplicity. You really don’t need any mixes or fancy ingredients. In fact, you don’t even need milk or butter alternatives. Just head to your pantry and grab some everyday ingredients to whip up a stack of these tender, fluffy, dairy-free pancakes. Guide to Your Perfectly Fluffy Dairy-Free Pancakes This is a simple recipe, adapted from Cafe Delites, that’s quite versatile. Below are FAQs to cover ingredient options, pancake thickness, and tips to easily troubleshoot any issues. Starter Tip: Dairy-free pancake fluffiness and thickness are affected by many things, but revolve around…

Over the past few years, ALDI has juggled between almondmilk, coconutmilk, and oatmilk vegan ice cream pints within their Earth Grown line. But this time, they aren’t messing around with the wholesome image. Their newest dairy-free ice cream pints are under their decadent frozen dessert label. Sundae Shoppe Cashewmilk Ice Cream focuses on indulgence with rich, non-dairy, caramel, brownie, and peanut buttery flavors. ALDI Launches first Dairy-Free Sundae Shoppe Ice Cream in 3 Flavors Look for the big “non-dairy” label on ALDI’s Sundae Shoppe Cashewmilk Ice Cream while you can. Like so many of their products, these are limited time…

Traditional cake donuts, or doughnuts, are actually fried and usually made with dairy. These cake donuts are baked, dairy-free, and can even be made with whole wheat flour. But thanks to the ingredients and method, they taste pretty darn close to the guilty originals. Trust me, these aren’t ordinary baked donuts. One bite of these dairy-free baked cake donuts and you’ll be hooked! The Best Dairy-Free Baked Cake Donuts with Various Options This is your baseline vanilla recipe for dairy-free baked cake donuts. There are several topping options in the recipe notes, including classic cinnamon sugar, glaze, and more. See…

It keeps their inventory fresh, but ALDI can be frustrating for special diets. They often release exciting new products, only to have them disappear from the shelves weeks later. But it’s great to see some options return year after year, like ALDI Belmont Plant Based Cakes. These dairy-free and vegan frozen cakes are back, for a limited time, in Chocolate, Carrot, and Banana. All of the details and reviews follow! ALDI Brings Belmont Plant Based Cakes Back Year after Year These decadent dairy-free, egg-free cakes are each frosted with a cream cheese-style frosting. It looks like they are using Go…

This simple, beloved dairy-free Parmesan recipe is a grated-style cheese alternative that is perfect for sprinkling on salads and entrees, and even makes a delicious addition to breading and coatings. It was originally shared here on Go Dairy Free way back in 2006. Since then, I’ve made countless versions of it in my kitchen. So today, I’m giving this recipe post a big update, with more helpful tips and options. Make this Dairy-Free Parmesan Cheese Alternative in Minutes! This dairy-free parmesan substitute recipe is not only fast and easy, it’s also incredibly versatile. I’ve included several of my own tested…

During her days with Fit Fare, exactly sixteen years ago today, Sherry Cermak shared her recipe for dairy-free roasted red pepper dip with us. We’ve since added to her base, with instructions for roasting your own peppers, more precise measurements, and notes. Plus, I have several variation and serving suggestions. Dairy-Free Roasted Red Pepper Dip, Spread, or Sauce with Variations The sky really is the limit, but I’ll get your creative juices flowing with some variation ideas and serving suggestions for this delicious dairy-free roasted red pepper dip. Roasted Red Pepper Dip Variations Creamy Dip: Stir 1/4 to 1/2 cup…

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.…