Oat milk might be having a moment, but almond milk is still mighty, and it’s been quietly trending in dairy-free yogurt. One brand that recently slid onto store shelves is AYO Almondmilk Yogurt. This fledgling brand sets itself apart by packing nearly an ounce of almonds into each single-serve cup!
AYO Almondmilk Yogurt blends 20 Organic Almonds into Each Serving
The high almond count coupled with the use of fresh fruit means more nutrient density and a better balance of healthy fats, fiber, and protein. They don’t have an unsweetened or plain option yet, but their flavors are lower sugar than most brands, and each variety is produced with three live active cultures.
Vanilla
Ingredients: almond milk* (almond butter* and water), sugar*, water, chicory root, cellulose fiber, tamarind seed gum, corn starch, natural flavors,* vanilla extract,* natural flavors, locust bean gum*, pectin, lactic acid (from vegetable source), vegan live active cultures (lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp., bulgaricus streptococcus thermophilus, bifidobacterium bb-12®). *organic
Nutrition (per 5.3-ounce cup): 150 calories, 10g fat, 19g carbs, 7g fiber, 11g sugars (includes 9g added sugars), 4g protein.*
Blueberry
Nutrition (per 5.3-ounce cup): 150 calories, 10g fat, 19g carbs, 7g fiber, 11g sugars (includes 9g added sugars), 4g protein.*
Strawberry
Nutrition (per 5.3-ounce cup): 150 calories, 10g fat, 19g carbs, 7g fiber, 11g sugars (includes 9g added sugars), 4g protein.*
Peach
Nutrition (per 5.3-ounce cup): 150 calories, 10g fat, 19g carbs, 7g fiber, 11g sugars (includes 9g added sugars), 4g protein.*
More Allergen Notes
The packaging on AYO Almondmilk Yogurt states “no dairy” instead of dairy-free (even though they state gluten-free and soy-free), so we asked if they have a big issue with cross-contamination with dairy. Here’s what the company said.
The yogurt is made in a facility that handles dairy but the yogurt is only run at the beginning of a day, in an area dedicated to non dairy AND after a thorough cleaning and sanitizing is done.
More Facts on AYO Almondmilk Yogurt
Price: $1.99 per 5.3-ounce cup
Availability: AYO Almondmilk Yogurt is sold at Ralph’s stores and independent natural food stores throughout the U.S.
Certifications: AYO Almondmilk Yogurt is Non-GMO Verified.
Dietary Notes: By ingredients, AYO Almondmilk Yogurt is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, peanut-free, soy-free, oil-free, coconut-free, vegan, and vegetarian.*
For More Product Information: Visit the Ayo Foods website at ayoyogurt.com.
*Always read the ingredient and nutrition statement prior to consumption. Ingredients, processes, and labeling are subject to change at any time for any company or product. Contact the company to discuss their manufacturing processes if potential allergen cross-contamination is an issue for you. No food product can be guaranteed “safe” for every individual’s needs. You should never rely on ingredient and allergen statements alone if dealing with a severe food allergy.
