Delicious Dairy-Free Desserts For The Lactose Intolerant
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If you’re lactose intolerant, you might feel like an entire world of delicious foods are completely off limits to you. That especially pertains to the sweet stuff: dessert. And while yogurt, ice cream and other dessert items made with milk or milk products might taste delicious, they’re simply not worth the cramping, bloating, gas or diarrhea that can occur after consumption if you’re lactose intolerant.
Thankfully, more and more brands are making products with the lactose intolerant individuals in mind. These products, ones that traditionally contain milk, are instead being made with almond or cashew milk, soy and other ingredients that are gentler on the stomach and the digestive system as a whole. And despite these changes, they render the food just as, if not more delicious. There are also plenty of desserts on the market (or that you can make at home) that are made without dairy altogether. Check out some of the many sweets you can enjoy if you’re lactose intolerant without having to sacrifice your comfort.
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Lactose-Free Ice Cream
Many known brands like Breyers, Ben & Jerry’s and even Lactaid sell lactose-free ice cream and non-dairy frozen desserts. Some brands like Laloo’s, Luna & Larry’s and So Delicious make ice cream with goat milk, which is lighter on the stomach, as well as coconut milk.
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Cashew Milk Ice Cream
Ice cream made with cashew milk is just as smooth and yummy as dairy-made ice cream. One company in particular, So Delicious, is known for its cashew milk frozen desserts, which are free of soy and gluten.
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Almond Milk Ice Cream
Just like you can make ice cream with cashew milk, you can also make it with almond milk. People swear by its creamy taste and indulgent flavors, like Ben & Jerry’s Coffee Caramel Fudge, Chunky Monkey, Chocolate Fudge Brownie, and P.B. & Cookies.
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Sorbet
Made with sweetened water and fruit, sorbet, not to be confused with sherbet, melts on the tongue. With its rich flavor, sorbet will make you forget about that other cold treat we call ice cream.
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Mochi
This Japanese dessert, made of sticky rice cake, is light and, best of all, dairy free. You can also try mochi cake on for size.
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Dark Chocolate
Unlike dairy-based milk chocolate, dark chocolate is known for its health benefits, which include improved mood and the lowering of high blood pressure.
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Dairy-Free Cheesecake
Yes, dairy-free cheesecake does exist. Luckily for you, no flavor is off limits. Go crazy with key lime coconut, salted caramel, raspberry, hazelnut…the (delicious) choice is yours!
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Cupcakes
Whether you buy them at a grocery store or cafe, or make them at home, dairy-free cupcakes (don’t forget the dairy-free icing) will leave your sweet tooth more than satisfied.
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Fudge
Fudge made with coconut milk is not only decadent, it’s addictive. And most dairy-free fudge recipes only call for three or four ingredients. Talk about simple!
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Dessert Muffins
You can pack all types of healthy ingredients into a dessert muffin – shredded zucchini, cranberries, carrots, apples, blueberries, coconut… aren’t you getting hungry just thinking about it?
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Biscotti
Biscotti is known for being dry and crunchy, but very flavorful. Dip some dairy-free biscotti into your next cup of coffee for an after-dinner (or before-dinner – we’re not judging) dessert.
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Sugar Cookies
With simple, wholesome, and dairy-free ingredients, sugar cookies are a dessert no-brainer.
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Banana Chocolate Chip Bread
A homemade recipe for banana chocolate chip bread calls for ripe bananas, chocolate chips, salt, baking powder and soda, flour, an egg, sugar and safflower oil. Easy, breezy and lactose free!
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Lemon Bars
This tangy treat is a classic. Top a lemon bar off with some powdered sugar and your taste buds will surely thank you.
