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Dairy Free Easter Recipes

Many traditional Easter recipes from various cultures rely heavily on dairy prodcuts, which makes things difficult for those of us that, for health or other reasons, are lactose-free. These dairy-free Easter recipes will give you some ideas for your family's holiday celebration, from Hot Cross Buns to Carrot Cake.

Dairy-Free Easter Entrees, Starters and Sides

These dairy-free easter recipes are terrific lactose-free entrees and sides for your dairy free, milk-free or vegan Easter holiday! Here you'll find dairy-free recipes for classic Easter dishes, so everyone can enjoy!

Easter Bunnies and Candies

Part of the fun of Easter lies in the Easter basket, which usually contains a ton of dairy products, from chocolate bunnies to caramel eggs. These are just a few manufacturers out there that specialize in making dairy-free, vegan, and allergy-free Easters special.

Baked Eggs with Vegetables and Cream

This southern breakfast classic is now dairy-free in this recipe, which uses soymilk and soy cream cheese in place of the cream and cheese tradtionally used. For a great breakfast, brunch, side dish or first course, this dairy-free recipe is a great addition to the table!

Carrot Cake

Looking for a dairy free carrot cake recipe? This lactose free recipe for carrot cake is dairy-free and so delicious, perfect for non-dairy kids' birthday parties, Easter and any occassion that calls for a tasty dairy free cake! Try this carrot cake recipe for a delightful dairy free dessert!

Cheesecake

This dairy-free cheesecake recipe may even have you fooled! Rich, creamy and delicious, this dairy-free version of the dessert favorite is vegan, too!

Citrus Red Snapper in Coconut Sauce

Looking for a fish entree recipe that's dairy-free and delicious? This dairy free recipe braises Red Snapper fillets in white wine, lemon juice, scallions and cilantro and serves the fillets in a savory lactose free coconut sauce with finely ground almonds for taste and texture. Try this dairy free entree recipe for an easy and elegant meal!

Creamed Peas

Looking for a dairy-free vegan creamed peas recipe? This dairy free creamed peas recipe is healthier than traditional versions, but is every bit as tasty! For a dairy-free comfort food classic, try this non-dairy recipe for Creamed Peas!

Dill Salmon Cakes

This dairy-free seafood entree recipe is both fun and elegant. It can easily be served at a fancy meal, first course or family style with a dipping sauce. If you're looking for something dairy free that's easy to make and fun to eat, you need to try this recipe.

Fresh Fruit & Lemon Custard Tartlets

Looking for dairy-free dessert recipes? These dairy free tartlets are exquisite for a fancy dinner party or can be made as a large non-dairy tart for a family meal. Lemon custard and fresh berries sit atop a sweet almond and oat flour crust, for a rich and satisfyingly sweet lactose-free delight that's great for Easter, spring or anytime of year!

Hot Cross Buns

Looking for a dairy-free recipe for Hot Cross Buns? This dairy free recipe is a bread traditionally served on Good Friday, but these sweet rolls aren't only for Easter! Try these dairy free hot cross buns for an easy non-dairy bread recipe for any time of year!

Leek Gratin

A dairy-free leeks au gratin recipe! This dairy free recipe for leek gratin is a non-dairy take on a creamy French baked vegetable casserole, prepared with a dairy-free cream sauce, leeks and panko breadcrumbs for a delicious, savory and satisfying vegetable side dish for any time of year! Try this dairy free Leek Gratin recipe for a memorable non-dairy meal!

Pastitsio

This dairy-free Pastitsio recipe is an elegant and delicious version of the Greek classic, prepared with a dairy free béchamel and a savory meat sauce. Perfect for family-style dinners or special occasions, this nondairy Pastitsio is one recipe that makes the dairy-free diet easy!

Poached Salmon with Ginger Sauce

Looking for a recipe for Poached Salmon? This dairy free entree is fit for kids and adults, special occassions and everyday meals. With a mild and sweet non-dairy Ginger Sauce, this dairy-free flavorful poached salmon recipe will impress and satisfy any seafood lover!

Poached Eggs over Provencal Tomatoes

For a quick and easy dairy-free breakfast, brunch or side dish, this recipe for Dairy-Free Poached Eggs over Provencal Tomatoes is a warming, elegant and nutritious meal to start your morning off right.

Potatoes Au Gratin

Looking for a dairy-free recipe for Potatoes Au Gratin? This dairy free creamy potato casserole is a classic French dish made vegan for lactose-free kids and adults alike! For a potato casserole recipe that is impressive as it is comforting, try this dairy-free recipe for Potates Au Gratin!

Raw Carrot Cake

Looking for a raw carrot cake recipe that even kids will like? This dairy-free carrot cake is made from all raw ingredients for a rich and refreshing lactose free no-bake dessert that's perfect for Easter as well as other holidays, but easy and quick enough for everyday! Try this Raw Carrot Cake Recipe for a dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, soy-free, vegan dessert recipe!

Savory Ham Bread Pudding

Looking for a savory dairy-free entree recipe that's great for brunch, dinner or lunch? This dairy free Savory Ham Bread Pudding recipe is prepared with a nondairy cheese sauce for a comforting, flavorful meal fit for any day of the week. This is dairy-free comfort food at its best!

Split Pea Soup

This Split Pea Soup recipe is dairy-free, creamy, savory and so easy and inexpensive to prepare! This Split Pea Soup is comforting, nutritious, vegan, lactose free and delicious served on its own or with a crusty piece of dairy free bread. Dairy-free kids and adults alike enjoy this comfort food classic!

Sweet Yeast Rolls

These homemade yeast rolls are sweet, comforting and dairy-free baking at its best! For a dairy free recipe for Sweet Yeast Rolls, this is the one to try! Easy to make, kid-friendly and non-dairy, this lactose free recipe for wheat rolls calls for few ingredients and adds extra yeast for a quicker rising time, which makes it perfect for weekday dinners, holidays and special occasions.

Vegetable Quiche with Cornmeal Crust

Dairy-Free Quiche! Looking for a nutritious, hearty and elegant dairy free recipe for a special breakfast or brunch? This colorful lactose free vegetable quiche served in a savory cornmeal crust is filled with the goodness of tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, mushrooms and spinach, and can be served warm, cold, room temperature, on its own, as an appetizer, side dish, or entree.

Wheat Germ Irish Soda Bread

Irish soda bread is an easy, one-bowl, yeast-free bread that typically uses butter and buttermilk. This dairy-free version of the traditional recipe adds in wheat germ and seeds to contribute a healthy and delicious flair to the bakery favorite. This is a great bread recipe for weeknight meals as it requires little preparation and just a little over an hour in the oven.

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