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    5 Fast Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: Apple Pie Breakfast Parfaits, Yogurt Salad Dressing, Cookie Dough Balls and More!

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    By Alisa Fleming on February 24, 2014 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy-Free Snack Recipes, In The News, News

    Go Dairy Free - The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance and Casein-Free LivingFor years I’ve lamented the lack of unsweetened dairy-free yogurt on the market. The only brands that appeared previously were soy-based, and even those waffle in and out of availability. But at last there is one that is here to stay (two in fact: Original and Vanilla) and is amazing in every way. Hence my reason for creating these 5 low-sugar dairy-free recipes as an ode to unsweetened dairy-free yogurt.

    What makes this yogurt to special? In addition to being dairy-free, it’s vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, and all around allergy-friendly, for starters. It also has the perfect creamy consistency and a pleasant versatile taste that is distinctly yogurt-like, but not overly sharp. And the fact that it’s unsweetened makes it extremely useful in savory recipes and allows me to sweeten it however I like (stevia, honey, fruit, you choose!). I buy “unsweetened” everything when possible as it leaves me in control!
    5 Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes with Unsweetened Coconut Milk Yogurt

    Honestly, I could have kept going and going in the kitchen. I’ve still got yogurt “cheese”, tzatziki, yogurt “cheesecake” snacks on deck for the new So Delicious Unsweetened Cultured Coconut Milk (aka dairy-free yogurt!). And these are just the “raw’ applications to preserve the probiotic goodness (it works amazing in cookies, as an egg replacer or where a rich and creamy texture may be helpful). But before things get out of hand, I want to share the first five (well, six, if we’re counting the two versions of cookie dough balls separately) low-sugar dairy-free recipes that we’re loving.

    Easiest: 2-Ingredient Low-Fat Onion Dip

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: 2-Ingredient Onion Dip

    When my niece spotted Trader Joe’s all-natural onion dip mix and the instructions that called for exactly 1 pint of plain unsweetened yogurt, we knew we had a winner. Just stir 1 package of dairy-free onion dip mix (this one happens to be vegan, gluten-free and made without top allergens) right into 1 container of the unsweetened cultured coconut milk, and viola – instant dip in it’s own storable package! It also works amazing as a marinade.

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: 2-Ingredient Onion Dip

    Most Comforting: Apple Pie Breakfast Parfaits

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: Apple Pie Breakfast Parfaits

    For years, I’ve been sweetening sautéed apples naturally, with dates. The end result is this earthy delight that pairs beautifully with layers of dairy-free yogurt, and if desired, chopped nuts or granola. Again, I do use a touch of stevia to sweeten since I’m in control!

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    Apple Pie Breakfast Parfaits
     
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    Prep time
    10 mins
    Cook time
    10 mins
    Total time
    20 mins
     
    This recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, vegetarian, and optionally nut-free. Just be sure to choose your granola wisely, or omit it.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 2
    Ingredients
    • 2 teaspoons coconut oil (can sub your cooking oil of choice)
    • 2½ cups chopped or diced apples
    • 4 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
    • ¼ to ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Generous dash cardamom
    • Generous dash nutmeg
    • Generous dash salt
    • ½ to 1 cup water
    • 1 cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt (I use So Delicious Vanilla)
    • 10 drops pure vanilla stevia extract, or desired sweetener to taste
    • Chopped nuts or granola, optional
    Instructions
    1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low to medium heat. Add the apples, dates, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and salt and begin to sauté.
    2. As the fruit soaks up the oil, add splashes of the water while sautéing to moisten the fruit and prevent sticking. Continue cooking and adding water, as needed, until the apples reach your desired tenderness, and to keep the fruit from sticking (the dates will soften and disintegrate a bit).
    3. Stir the stevia or sweetener of choice into the yogurt until it reaches your desired sweetness.
    4. Layer the apples and dairy-free yogurt in 2 parfait glasses or bowls, also alternating with nuts or granola, if desired.
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    Healthiest: Vegan Yogurt Salad Dressing

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: Yogurt Salad Dressing

    Fresh herbs and just squeezed lemon juice give this sugar-free salad topper some serious savory appeal. It’s also low in fat, though I would modify the salt if needed for your diet.

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    Vegan Yogurt Salad Dressing
     
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    Prep time
    5 mins
    Total time
    5 mins
     
    This recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 6
    Ingredients
    • 1 cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt (I use So Delicious Original)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice, to taste
    • 2 crushed garlic cloves
    • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
    • 1 teaspoon salt (reduce up to half if lower sodium is needed)
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • Fresh black pepper
    Instructions
    1. Whisk all ingredients in a small bowl, starting with 3 tablespoons lemon juice and adding more as desired, until thoroughly combined.
    2. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to drizzle on some greens. Will keep for at least a few days chilled.
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    Creamiest: Strawberry Dairy-Free Frozen Yogurt Smoothie

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Smoothie

    Taking full advantage of the ripe strawberries just beginning to show their presence in stores, this simple breakfast indulgence or afternoon recharge uses a frozen banana for creamy frozen yogurt appeal. The end result is drinkable or spoonable – since I only use half of a frozen banana, it thickens, but not too much. I do use a touch of sweetener, but personally stick to stevia to add pop to the flavors without added sugars.

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    Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Smoothie
     
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    Prep time
    5 mins
    Total time
    5 mins
     
    This recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. Just be sure to pick add ins that suit your dietary needs.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 1
    Ingredients
    • ½ ripe frozen banana
    • ½ cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt (I use Vanilla So Delicious)
    • 3 ripe strawberries
    • 1 tablespoon add-in (such as protein powder, powdered vitamins, almond butter, etc.)
    • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
    • 7 drops pure vanilla stevia extract, or your sweetener of choice, to taste
    Instructions
    1. Place all ingredients in your blender and puree until smooth.
    2. Pour into a tall glass and enjoy with a spoon or straw.
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    Most Indulgent: Cookie Dough Balls

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Snack Balls

    Oh yes, I found an excuse for enjoying more cookie dough! Chilling, rather than baking, preserves the probiotic goodness of dairy-free yogurt, and these little chocolate chip cookie dough balls also pack in whole grains and use lower glycemic sweeteners. Would I call them healthy? That’s all in your perspective, but I would certainly call them healthier and a worthwhile treat! Note that I’ve also made a recipe for gluten-free oatmeal cookie dough balls (pictured in the background) and linked up to that recipe below.

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    Wholesome Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
     
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    Prep time
    15 mins
    Total time
    15 mins
     
    This recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian. For a gluten-free option, see the post.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Serves: 12
    Ingredients
    • 1¼ cups whole white-wheat flour
    • ¼ cup coconut sugar, finely ground in a spice grinder (can substitute brown sugar)
    • ⅜ teaspoon salt
    • ⅓ cup maple syrup (room temperature)
    • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
    • ¼ cup unsweetened dairy free yogurt (I use Vanilla So Delicious)
    • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ½ cup mini dairy-free chocolate chips, or as many as desired
    Instructions
    1. Whisk the flour, sugar, and salt together.
    2. Add the maple, oil, and vanilla, and stir until thoroughly combined.
    3. Add the yogurt, and stir until combined.
    4. Finally, stir in as many chocolate chips as you like.
    5. Chill the dough for 1 hour.
    6. Shape into balls (we use a ½ tablespoon for minis or 1 tablespoon for larger) and store in the refrigerator or freezer for enjoying at will.
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    If you prefer, here is the recipe for the Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls (click the image!)…

    Low-Sugar Dairy-Free Recipes: Oatmeal Cookie Dough Snack Balls

    What are your favorite low-sugar dairy-free recipes?
    Have you tried unsweetened dairy-free yogurt?

    Alisa Fleming
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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    8 Comments

    1. Pingback: 100+ Recipes and Tips to Satisfy Creamy Dairy-Free Cravings

    2. mimi on March 29, 2014 2:34 pm

      I stumbled across your website and I am so glad I did. My 3 year old son is allergic to dairy and soy which makes it difficult sometimes to find recipes that cater to that. He is a healthy Eater but sometimes I feel like I’m in a rut and your website will help add some variety. I’m glad you posted about the unsweetened coconut yogurts because the amount of sugar has always made me avoid it. I am going to try the apple breakfast parfait this week.

      Reply
    3. Kristina on February 26, 2014 1:19 pm

      everything looks fantastic! I love the cookie dough balls and the onion dip – both will be made this weekend!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 26, 2014 2:08 pm

        Awesome, enjoy Kristina!

        Reply
    4. Marcia on February 26, 2014 9:46 am

      Thank you so much! There are so many things that I can’t eat…I can’t wait to try these!

      Reply
    5. Cara on February 25, 2014 6:08 pm

      Alisa, what can I say, than I have to find this yogurt and make some cookie dough!

      Reply
    6. Maggie on February 25, 2014 7:03 am

      That onion dip is calling my name!

      Reply
    7. Arlene Cordsen on February 24, 2014 2:10 pm

      These recipes are easy to work with and taste great.

      Reply

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