What Are Dairy And Alternatives?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  • Almond milk. Almond milk is a popular milk alternative because it is easy to make, cheap to buy, and many find it delicious. …
  • Soy milk. Some doctors may recommend soy milk for people who are intolerant to dairy foods or looking to cut calories. …
  • Coconut milk. …
  • Rice milk. …
  • Other options.

What are examples of milk and alternatives?

  • Soy Milk. Soy milk is made with either soybeans or soy protein isolate, and often contains thickeners and vegetable oils to improve taste and consistency. …
  • Almond Milk. …
  • Coconut Milk. …
  • Oat Milk. …
  • Rice Milk. …
  • Cashew Milk. …
  • Macadamia Milk. …
  • Hemp Milk.

What is a dairy substitute?

  • Milks. Soy, rice, almond, coconut, and even hemp seed milks are available at all natural food stores and most supermarkets. …
  • Yogurt. Silk’s Peach & Mango soy yogurt delivers exceptional flavor and smoothness. …
  • Cheese. …
  • Butter. …
  • Ice Cream. …
  • Cream Cheese. …
  • Sour Cream. …
  • Mayonnaise.

What are dairy substitutes made of?

Milk Substitutes

Plant-based milk alternatives can be made from

legumes (soy)

, cereals (oats, rice), nuts (almond, coconut), seeds (flax, hemp) or other grains (quinoa, teff) ( 11 ). Some products are fortified with calcium and vitamin D to make them similar to dairy milk, while others are not.

What foods are dairy and alternatives?

  • soya milks, yoghurts and some cheeses.
  • rice, oat, almond, hazelnut, coconut, quinoa and potato milks.
  • foods that carry the “dairy-free” or “suitable for vegans” signs.

Is chocolate a dairy product?

Many people in the food allergy community will assume that chocolate contains dairy. However,

pure chocolate is in fact dairy-free

. … Though cocoa butter sounds like a dairy ingredient, it is actually the fatty portion of the cacao bean. It is naturally dairy-free.

What is a good non-dairy substitute for half and half?


Coconut cream

makes a good swap for half-and-half when you blend it with half soy milk. Another option: Create your own light cream by mixing 3/4 cup of a plain milk substitute with 1/4 cup of canola oil. Coconut milk can replace evaporated milk or heavy cream in soups and stews.

What can I use if I don’t have milk?

  • Yogurt: Yogurt is thicker than milk. …
  • Sour cream: Use the same notes as yogurt.
  • Heavy cream: Cream has much more milk fat than milk. …
  • Half and half: Also has more fat than milk. …
  • Water: If the recipe calls for a small amount of milk like 1⁄4 cup or less, water could work.

What’s the best substitute for milk?

  • Soy Milk. Soy milk has been the most popular non-dairy substitute for decades because its nutrition profile closely resembles that of cow’s milk. …
  • Almond Milk. Almond milk is a great dairy alternative when you are looking to cut calories. …
  • Rice Milk. …
  • Coconut Milk. …
  • Hemp Milk. …
  • Cashew Milk.

What snacks are dairy free?

  • Original Turkey Chomplings. …
  • Boom Chicka Pop Popcorn. …
  • Biena Roasted Chickpeas. …
  • Original Ritz Crackers. …
  • Dry Roasted Edamame. …
  • Almonds. …
  • Earth Balance Vegan Cheddar Flavor Squares. …
  • HIPPEAS Chickpea Puffs.

How can I replace dairy in a recipe?

  1. Instead of Milk: Use Homemade Nut or Seed Milk. …
  2. Instead of Butter: Use Coconut Oil. …
  3. Instead of Cream: Use Coconut Milk or Cream. …
  4. Instead of Cheese: Use Nut Cheese or Nut Parmesan. …
  5. Instead of Butter: Use Ghee.

How can I substitute dairy in a recipe?

  1. Cream or Half-and-Half. …
  2. Evaporated or Powdered Milk. …
  3. Sour Cream or Plain Yogurt. …
  4. Water (or Water and Butter) …
  5. Nut Milk. …
  6. Soy Milk. …
  7. Oat Milk. …
  8. Rice Milk.

Is Mayo a dairy?

Mayonnaise is made by emulsifying eggs, oil, and some type of acid, usually vinegar or lemon juice. … Mayonnaise doesn’t have any milk products in it, so that means

it doesn’t have dairy

.

What dairy products should I avoid?

  • Butter and butter fat.
  • Cheese, including cottage cheese and cheese sauces.
  • Cream, including sour cream.
  • Custard.
  • Milk, including buttermilk, powdered milk, and evaporated milk.
  • Yogurt.
  • Ice cream.
  • Pudding.

What is a good non-dairy substitute for Greek yogurt?

  • Coconut Milk.
  • Coconut Yogurt.
  • Cashew Milk.
  • Apple Sauce.
  • Banana Purée.
  • Coconut Cream.
  • Almond Butter.
  • Pistachio Yogurt.

Are eggs considered dairy?


Eggs are not a dairy product

. … The definition of dairy includes foods produced from the milk of mammals, such as cows and goats ( 1 ). Basically, it refers to milk and any food products made from milk, including cheese, cream, butter, and yogurt. On the contrary, eggs are laid by birds, such as hens, ducks, and quail.

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