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Desserts for the dairy free! Look here for dairy-free recipes of classic desserts and beverages for the perfect punctuation to a weeknight meal or a finale for a special occasion or holiday.
  1. Cakes (55)
  2. Confections & Candies (31)
  3. Cookies (126)
  4. Cupcakes (21)
  5. Custards & Puddings (27)
  6. Ice Cream (16)
  7. Pastries (4)
  8. Pies and Cobblers (43)

Baked Bananas

Baked Bananas. While most baked bananas recipes call for butter, this baked bananas recipe is dairy-free and vegan! For a simple vegan dessert or dairy-free treat, baked bananas are delicious and inexpensive.

Baklava

Looking for a baklava recipe that's dairy-free? This dairy-free baklava recipe is perfect for those who are lactose-intolerant, vegan or allergic to dairy! For an easy, rich dairy-free dessert, this dairy free baklava is amazing!

Chai Tea Latte

This Dairy-free Chai Tea Recipe is a lactose-free recipe version of the popular coffee shop drink. Whether you're craving a chai latte or just want to make a chai tea mix for quick mornings, this non dairy chai recipe is sure to please!

Caramel Tassies (Vegan)

This dairy-free caramel tassies recipe is egg-free and vegan, too! A vegan caramel and walnuts filling fill cups made of rich, flaky, lactose-free dough before topped with a dairy-free dark chocolate ganache! For a dairy-free, egg-free dessert for kids and adults alike, this dairy free caramel tassies recipe is a decadent delight!

Chocolate Almond Milkshake

Dairy-Free Chocolate Almond Milk Shake. This dairy-free chocolate milkshake recipe is prepared with dairy-free chocolate ice cream, chocolate syrup, and almond butter and it's so good, you wouldn't guess it's dairy free!

Coquito

This dairy-free coquito recipe is also vegan, not to mention delicious! A lactose-free recipe of a classic coconut cream cocktail, this dairy-free coquito is a rich treat.

Chocolate Whoopie Pies

This dairy-free chocolate whoopie pies recipe is lactose-free and delicious, prepared with a dairy-free chocolate filling sandwiched between two lactose free chocolate cakes.

Dairy-Free Butterbeer

Dairy-Free Butterbeer. If you're looking for a butterbeer recipe prepared without dairy, then this dairy-free butterbeer recipe is for you! For Harry Potter parties for kids or adults, this dairy-free butterbeer is a great way to celebrate!

Dairy-Free Eggnog

Dairy-Free EggNog Recipe. This vegan eggnog recipe is a dairy-free egg-free recipe for eggnog, but its so delicious--just like classic eggnog but vegan and dairy-free!

Dairy-Free White Russian Cocktail

Looking for a dairy-free white russian recipe? This dairy-free, egg-free, vegan white russian recipe is a lactose-free recipe rendition of the classic white russian cocktail.

Fudge Brownies

This dairy free, egg-free recipe for fudge brownies is one recipe for brownies you just have to try! These rich chocolate brownies are dairy-free, egg-free and vegan, keeping all of the good stuff and leaving out the rest! Try these non-dairy fudge brownies for a dairy free dessert that is great for dairy free kids and adults!

Hot Chocolate

This dairy-free hot chocolate recipe is a lactose-free delight that is easy to make and perfect for a warm, comforting moment at home. Non-dairy and delicious, this is one hot chocolate recipe that you'll come back to again and again.

Irish Cream (Vegan)

This dairy-free irish cream recipe is also egg-free, vegan and delicious! Perfect for a lactose-free St. Patrick's Day, or anytime of year, this dairy-free vegan irish cream recipe is a great non-dairy way to celebrate!

Mini Pavlovas

This recipe for mini pavlovas is dairy-free and lactose-free, perfect for persons with milk allergies or lactose intolerance. Prepared with egg whites, fresh berries and lemon zest, these mini pavlovas are a light dairy-free dessert.

Mulled Cranberry Tea

Mulled Cranberry Tea. This slow-cooker mulled cranberry tea recipe is a reason to bring out that slow cooker you've been wanting to use all year.

Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies

This dairy-free peanut butter whoopie pies recipe is an easy, vegan version of the classic dessert. Prepared with two dairy free chocolate cakes and a lactose-free peanut butter filling, these dairy-free whoopie pies are fun for everyone!

Raw Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake

This Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake Recipe makes raw, dairy-free milk shakes that everyone can enjoy, using totally raw ingredients like nuts, mint, and coco nibs. For a dairy-free delight, try this Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake Recipe!

Strawberry-Carrot Smoothie

This unusual dairy-free smoothie combines strawberries, mango and carrot juice for a bright and healthy lactose-free beverage that is perfect for a healthy non-dairy breakfast, a quick pick-me-up during the day or a post-workout boost.

Strawberry Shortcakes (Dairy-Free, Egg-free, Vegan)

This strawberry shortcake recipe is dairy-free, vegan and so delicious! Perfect for summer parties, but easy enough to make for a weekday lactose-free dessert, this vegan strawberry shortcake recipe is definitely a family favorite.

Strawberry-Blueberry Shortcakes

This dairy-free strawberry-blueberry shortcakes recipe is a dairy-free, vegan spin on a classic favorite; perfect for summertime parties like the fourth of July but simple enough for a weeknight dessert, these lactose-free red, white and blue shortcakes are truly a celebration of color and flavor.

Strawberry Milkshake

This dairy-free milkshake recipe is vegan, lactose-free, and so delicious, you won't believe it has no dairy or eggs!

Vegan Butterbeer

Vegan Butterbeer. This vegan butterbeer recipe is a vegan version of the traditional butterbeer recipe made popular by the beverage enjoyed in Harry Potter. Without dairy or eggs but full of rich flavor, you'll love this vegan butterbeer recipe!

Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie. For a nutritious breakfast, a quick, rich treat or post-workout snack, this vegan chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie recipe is a delicious shake that comes together in just minutes.

Vegan Eggnog

Vegan EggNog Recipe. This vegan eggnog recipe is a recipe for vegan eggnog that's so delicious and creamy, just like classic eggnog but vegan!

Vegan Root Beer Floats

Vegan Root Beer Float. The classic root beer float is one of those desserts that's so nostalgic and refreshingly indulgent, that everyone should be able to enjoy one! This vegan root beer float recipe is prepared with good quality root beer and dairy-free ice cream, so vegans and those allergic to dairy or lactose intolerant can enjoy this fun...

Vegan Vanilla Milkshakes

Vegan Vanilla Milkshake. This dairy-free milkshake recipe is prepared with vegan vanilla ice cream and soy milk, so it's healthier than traditional milkshake recipes, and it's so easy to whip up. These milkshakes are perfect for vegans or those allergic to dairy or lactose intolerant, but they are so good that even non-vegans will love them.

Whoopie Pies

Vegan Whoopie Pies Recipe. This vegan recipe for whoopie pies is dairy-free and egg-free, so everyone can have a whoopie pie!

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