Today I’m sharing some of the best dairy free cookies. All of these cookie recipes without dairy are safe for allergy sufferers or those of you who are just looking to cut back on dairy products.
Dairy free cookie recipes are just as tasty and delicious as regular cookies but without the stress or symptoms associated with dairy consumption for a lot of people!
If you are new to cutting out dairy in your recipes you might be wondering how to make the swap. We’ll talk about that below a bit as well. There’s plenty of options as well as delicious recipes to try.
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Why do I need dairy free cookie recipes?
You might not need them and that’s totally fine, but one of the best things about having these dairy free cookie recipes on hand is that they can be enjoyed by everyone.
I try and make sure that I have options that are safe for everyone to enjoy when I’m sharing desserts or treats at parties, family gatherings, and events.
If I’m taking cookies to a social gathering I like to include some options that are gluten free and some that are dairy free so that everyone can enjoy some treats even if they have an allergy issue to contend with!
How can I make regular cookie recipes without dairy?
These days you have a lot of options on how to cut out the dairy products from your regular cookie recipes. If you have a recipe that you really just love and don’t want to stop making, don’t worry, you can swap out the ingredients!
A lot of dairy free butters, cheeses, milk alternatives, and chocolate chips will tell you how much to use on the packaging if there is a difference when substituting for regular dairy products.
When baking you can use things like shortening as well instead of butter. Non-dairy milk alternatives are plentiful so there’s no issue there when swapping out a bit of milk in baked goods like cookies!
Looking for more dairy free recipe collections?
If you or someone you know needs dairy free recipes you can’t go wrong with some of these other recipe collections which also have dairy free recipes.
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Dairy Free Cookies Recipes:
Let’s dive on in and take a look at some of the best cooke recipes without dairy. It’s possible to have all the flavor and indulgent goodness you expect from a cookie without the symptoms and stress of added dairy products…check out these recipes and see for yourself!
Dairy Free Cookie Recipes
These dairy free cookies are easy to make and perfect for sharing with everyone! There's something for everyone to enjoy so there's no stress when indulging that sweet tooth!
Just 5 ingredients are needed to make these delicious Almond Butter Cookies. They're not only dairy-free, but they are a great substitute for those with peanut allergies.
This vegan chocolate chip cookie recipe tastes just like the original. You'll never know they're dairy free!
Aquafaba (from chickpeas) gives these lemony meringue cookies their fluffy height.
Apple butter adds moisture to this delicious apple-oatmeal cookie recipe. Also includes shredded apple and nuts, if desired.
These easy vegan chocolate chip cookies need just 9 ingredients and it’s all made in one bowl! Everyone will love these!
These vegan sugar cookies are made in just one bowl! Perfect for cut outs and your favorite designs!
If you are looking for a dairy free and WW friendly cookie recipe, try these banana cookies. They are packed with flavor, easy to make and also gluten free.
4 Ingredient Banana Chocolate Chunk Cookies couldn’t be easier to make or to eat as well. The sweetness from the chocolate and banana combination makes these oatmeal banana cookies incredibly delicious while still being a healthy snack as well.
Chocolate Pizzelle Cookies - Vegan, EF/DF/GF, Top 8 Free
This Chocolate Pizzelle Cookie Recipe are a dairy free version of a traditional Italian thin waffle-like pizzelle cookie. They cookies are beautifully sweetened to go with a bowl of dairy free ice cream or cup of coffee.
Soft Vegan Chocolate Cookies- Vegan, GF/DF/EF, Top 8 Free
These soft vegan cookies are decadently soft and delicious. They are excellent on their own or as part of a dairy free ice cream sandwich or whoopie pie.
These chocolate chip cookies are made with 7 ingredients and absolutely delicious. Done in 20 minutes and a dairy free cookie that the entire family will love.
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