Dairy Free Essentials

Simple, allergy- friendly snacks, perfect for toddlers, because sometimes you just need a quick, safe snack you can trust. Shop the links below.

•  Fruit Roll Ups- Bear Real Fruit Snack Rolls, Strawberry & Raspberry Pack

• Smoothie Melts- Amara Smoothie Melts - Carrot Raspberry - Organic Plant Based Yogurt Melts

• Chewy Baked Bars- Once Upon A Farm Organic Toddler Soft Baked Bar, Strawberry, Pumpkin and Beet

• Puffs- Puffworks Baby Peanut and Almond Variety Pack, Perfect for Early Peanut Introduction

• Gummies- YumEarth Organic Fruit Flavored Gummy Bears, Allergy Friendly, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, No Artificial Flavors or Dyes

Toddler approved milk swaps and creamy flavors without the dairy. Shop the links below.

• Milk- Silk Shelf-Stable Organic Soy Milk, Unsweetened, Dairy-Free, Vegan

• Butter- Country Crock Plant Butter with Olive Oil Sticks, 16 oz., 4 Count

• Yogurt- Forager Project Cashewmilk Yogurt, Unsweetened Plain

• ​Ranch Dressing- Hidden Valley The Original Ranch Plant Powered, Dairy Free

•  Cream Cheese-  Violife VIOlife Just Like Cream Cheese Original

• Ricotta- Kite Hill Almond Milk Ricotta Cheese Alternative, 16 Ounces, Dairy Free

Stock your pantry with these go to dairy free cooking and baking ingredients. Perfect for sauces, sweet treats, and family meals. Shop the links below.

• Macaroni & Cheese- Daiya Mac & Cheese 

• Gravy Mix- Mom's Place Gluten-Free Chicken or Turkey Gravy, Soy, Dairy, Nut & Corn Free, Vegan

• Alfredo Sauce- Primal Kitchen No-Dairy Alfredo Pasta Sauce 2-Pack, No Added Sugar,1 Original & 1 Garlic Alfredo Sauce

• Chocolate Chips-Enjoy Life Baking Chocolate Morsels, Dairy Free , Soy Free, Nut Free, Non GMO, Gluten Free, Vegan Chocolate Chips

• Nutritional Yeast- Bragg Premium Nutritional Yeast- Vegan, Gluten Free – Protein & Vitamins – Nutritious Parmesan Cheese Substitute 

​Going dairy-free can feel overwhelming at first — cheese, butter, cream, milk… they seem to sneak into everything! Suddenly your favorite comfort foods feel off-limits, and cooking might feel like starting from scratch. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to give up flavor or joy in the kitchen.

The truth is, almost everything you love can be made dairy-free and almost every ingredient you need has a dairy free alternative. From rich pastas to creamy soups, decadent desserts to gooey “cheesy” bakes — there’s a swap for nearly every ingredient. It just takes a little curiosity, some experimentation, and the right combination of plant-based alternatives. Along the way, you’ll discover new favorites, sharpen your cooking skills, and learn that “dairy-free” doesn’t mean “less than.”

The challenges are real, but so is the satisfaction of creating something delicious that fits your lifestyle. Stick with it — your taste buds (and your body) will thank you!