22 Dairy Free Desserts That Are Easy To Make

If you follow a dairy-free diet, not all desserts are off limits. Try these delicious desserts that are dairy-free, gluten-free and taste just as good as the traditional version.

If you're looking for decadent desserts that are dairy-free, you'll love this collection of easy recipes that are perfect for those with lactose intolerances or dairy allergies. It's easier than ever to find ingredient substitutions that taste just as delicious as their traditional counterparts.

These dairy-free desserts are gluten-free, grain-free and refined sugar-free, too. You'll be able to enjoy frozen treats such as ice cream and popsicles as well as baked goods such as cupcakes and cookies that are free from dairy. You'll find delectable vegan chocolate desserts and fruity treats that are sure to satisfy your cravings for healthy sweets.

Don't wait for a special occasion to enjoy these innovative and easy recipes! Surprise your family with one of these dairy-free desserts tonight.

Easy Dairy Free Desserts Recipes

Coffee Ice Cream

Coffee lovers will swoon over this sugar-free frosty treat that uses a strong brew and espresso powder to keep the flavor rich. A touch of sweetness comes from maple syrup and the creaminess is achieved with coconut milk and cashews.

Blend up this delightful concoction in the morning and stash it in the freezer so you can enjoy it after dinner. What could be easier?
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Double Chocolate Macadamia Ice Cream

Chocolate ice cream is always a hit and here, this sugar-free version joins with soaked cashews, raw cacao powder, maple syrup, and coconut milk to make a smooth dairy-free frozen treat that everyone can enjoy.

Churn it in your ice-cream maker and add in dairy-free chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts during the last few minutes to incorporate.
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Pistachio Chocolate Chip Coconut Ice Cream

The delightful combination of pistachios and chocolate chips is perfect for this dairy-free ice cream recipe. You'll puree the pistachios with the ice cream mixture in a high-speed blender for the ultimate nutty flavor. Cashew milk, coconut milk and honey keep it creamy and sweet.

Churn it in your ice cream machine and add the dairy-free chocolate chunks and a smattering of chopped pistachios during the final few minutes to make it a frozen treat that's healthy and delicious/
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Mexican Chocolate Avocado Mousse

An egg-free, sugar-free and dairy-free recipe, this scrumptious mousse with a creamy and fluffy texture and full-on chocolate flavor is super easy to make. It comes together in minutes in your bender. There are no egg whites to whip or chocolate to melt.

Just blend cacao powder with avocados, coconut milk, honey and a few spices. Spoon the mousse into your serving dishes and chill well before indulging. So much better than a chocolate pudding snack!
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Strawberry Shortcake

Enjoy your bucket of fresh strawberries with this dairy-free and sugar-free version of summer's favorite shortcake dessert. Almond flour keeps the shortcake biscuits gluten-free while coconut cream is whipped to fluffiness with a little honey for a touch of sweet flavor.

Pile on the sliced strawberries and garnish this fruity dessert with a little lime zest.
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Carrot Pineapple Muffins

The natural sweetness of pineapple and carrots make these muffins the perfect sugar-free treat for breakfast or dessert. Grain-free almond flour along with eggs, coconut oil and a little honey make this dairy-free batter perfect for incorporating shredded carrots and diced pineapple chunks.

Bake, cool and glaze these paleo muffins with melted coconut butter. They're freezer-friendly, too, so you can have a stash of these available anytime you need a sweet treat.
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Easy Flourless Brownies

These brownies with a fudgy texture come together quickly right in your blender - no bowl needed! Cacao or cocoa powder along with espresso powder, almond butter, honey, eggs and coconut oil, which you can substitute for the ghee, keep it a dairy-free version that's a chocolate lover's delight.

Super easy and outrageously delicious, you'll want to make these soon!
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Pumpkin Pie

Keep your holiday pumpkin pie sugar-free and dairy-free with this paleo recipe. The simple pie dough uses almond flour, coconut oil and a pinch of sea salt before being pressed into your pie plate and baked.

Organic pumpkin puree along with eggs, coconut milk, honey and pumpkin pie spices make up the easy filling. Pour it into the crust and bake. Cool and chill well before slicing and serving this delicious dairy-free pie.
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Easy Peach Blueberry Crisp

Summer is the right time to make this fresh blueberry and juicy peach crisp. The fruit is naturally sweet, so it makes the perfect filling for this baked summer dessert crisp.

The topping is a crumbly mixture of chopped pecans, almond flour, coconut oil, honey and a dash of sea salt. Sprinkle it over the fruit, bake it to bubbly deliciousness and serve with vegan ice cream or whipped coconut cream.
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Chocolate Walnut Pie

Make a healthy version of derby pie with this gluten-free and sugar-free chocolate and walnut recipe. The almond-flour baked crust gets filled with chopped walnuts before adding in the rich chocolate filling.

You can use your blender to mix the cacao powder, espresso powder, eggs, honey, and sea salt. To keep it dairy-free, just substitute coconut oil for the ghee. Pour it over the walnuts and bake. Let it cool completely before serving this scrumptious dessert.
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Gluten Free Banana Bread

Whether you have a piece for breakfast or dessert, this banana bread recipe keeps it healthy by using almond flour for a gluten-free batter base. Use ripe bananas for a rich banana flavor. A little honey along with the ripe bananas will lend a natural sweetness to the bread.

If you want add-ins for even more yumminess, consider chopped walnuts or dairy-free chocolate chips to make it completely irresistible.
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Easy Chocolate Bark

Super easy and outrageously delicious, this vegan chocolate bark is always a winner. Just melt gluten-free and dairy-free chocolate chips and pour the mixture on parchment paper.

Sprinkle with chopped pecans and garnish with unsweetened coconut. Let it all harden before breaking into pieces.
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Healthy Popsicles

You'll love these delightful two-ingredient duo-flavored fruity popsicles that are naturally sweetened with their own juices.

Strawberries are pureed in a blender before being added to popsicle molds. Puree juicy peaches and pour on top of the strawberry mixture to create a stacked look. Freeze well before devouring.
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Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie

These delightful almond butter and dairy-free chocolate chip cookies will become a regular dessert option once you see how tasty and easy they are to make. (And they're a great option for those who can't eat peanut butter.)

It's a quick mix of almond butter, eggs, coconut sugar, baking soda and dairy-free chocolate chips. Just whisk the ingredients together in a bowl and scoop the dough into cookies on your baking sheet. You'll be just 10 minutes away from biting into your new favorite dairy-free cookie.
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Key Lime Pie Smoothie

Indulge in this dairy-free key lime pie liquid dessert that's made with creamy coconut milk and buttery avocado. A dash of honey or maple syrup gives it a little sweetness and key lime juice and zest gives it a citrus tang.

Blend well with ice in a high-speed blender. It's a refreshing smoothie that's perfect for summer.
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Banana Blackberry Muffins

Fresh blackberries lend a fruity touch to these paleo muffins that join with ripe bananas for a breakfast item that's equally delicious as a dessert option.

Coconut flour along with eggs and coconut oil and a dollop of honey keep them moist and dairy-free. You can even use a blender to mix it all, making it an easy and mess-free way to get these in the oven as quickly as possible.
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Chocolate Pecan Tart

You'll appreciate this dairy-free, gluten-free and sugar-free tart that comes together quickly. Almond flour and coconut oil, which you can substitute instead of using ghee, make a quick crust for your tart pan.

The filling is a simple blend of cacao powder, espresso powder, chopped pecans, eggs, honey and coconut oil, which you'll use instead of ghee, to keep it dairy-free. Pour it into the crust and bake this extravaganza of a rich and nutty chocolate dessert.
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3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apple Sauce

There's nothing like the smell of cooked apples to give you comfort food vibes. Make this all-natural, sugar-free and dairy-free version of applesauce in your crockpot and you'll be surrounded by the cozy aroma of this delicious dessert.

Peeled and quartered apples, a cinnamon stick and a dollop of coconut oil are all you need to cook this fruity goodness on low for 6 hours. Spoon it over ice cream, top your pancakes with it, serve it over pork chops or just enjoy it on its own!
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Raspberry Blackberry Coconut Parfait

Who can resist fresh berries and whipped cream layered in a glass just waiting to be enjoyed? This easy dairy-free dessert uses raspberries and blackberries to build a decadent parfait.

Whipped coconut cream sweetened and flavored with honey and vanilla extract are mixed with mashed raspberries to create the luscious base layer. Then, add in whole raspberries and blackberries before topping with a layer of the sweetened whipped coconut cream and finishing it with a few berries on top.
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Banana Cream Pie

You love this no-bake pie that uses an almond flour crust to hold a dairy-free coconut cream and banana filling. The crust is a simple mix that's pressed into your pie plate before being layered with sliced bananas.

Chilled coconut cream is whipped with maple syrup, vanilla extract and ground cinnamon and then poured into the pie plate. Chill this extravaganza of a pie before topping it with fresh banana slices and chopped almonds before serving.
Recipe by Whole Kitchen Sink

Almond Flour Lemon Cake

You'll be amazed at the deliciousness of this gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar-free lemon cake. The almond flour mixes with eggs, honey and lemon zest for a tender cake that's perfect for a summer dessert.

A citrusy lemon juice and honey glaze gives it a bright finish.
Recipe by One Lovely Life

Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes

Hiding shredded zucchini in a cupcake is not only healthy but keeps these chocolate cupcakes deliciously moist. Along with the zucchini, the batter is made with almond flour, tapioca flour, almond milk, coconut oil, cacao powder, coconut sugar and dairy-free chocolate chips.

Bake up these scrumptious cupcakes and top them with a dark chocolate and almond butter frosting.
Recipe by Bakerita

These dairy-free dessert recipes are easy to make, and they’re perfect when you’re in the mood for something sweet. Try one of these healthy dessert recipes after dinner tonight!