The ultimate guide to the best 17 dairy-free desserts

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Got a milk allergy or just trying to avoid dairy? That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on dessert. This list has 17 super easy recipes for delicious treats that don’t need any milk or butter at all. They’re naturally dairy-free and so good, you won’t believe they’re don’t have any dairy. Get ready to bake up some crowd-pleasing desserts that everyone can enjoy.

Image shows A waffle cone bowl containing vanilla ice cream topped with magic shell and two cherries.
Homemade Magic Shell. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Homemade Ice Cream Cake

Slice of a homemade ice cream cake.
Ice cream cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This no-bake ice cream cake lets you layer your favorite dairy-free ice cream flavors and toppings for a showstopping dessert. It’s perfect for anyone who avoids dairy.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Ice Cream Cake

Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Image shows scoops of Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream in a white bowl with blueberries.
Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This creamy and refreshing ice cream captures the taste of summer with ripe peaches and coconut milk. Enjoy a tropical twist in every scoop, all dairy-free.
Get the Recipe: Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Lemon Squares

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Lemon Squares. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Pucker up for these bright and tangy lemon squares! They’re bursting with lemon flavor and have a perfectly crisp crust, making them a delicious and naturally dairy-free dessert.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Squares

Raspberry Meringues

Image shows Raspberry Meringues in a glass parfait dish with more surrounding it on a wooden board.
Raspberry Meringues. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Light and airy, these meringues are packed with raspberry flavor. Made with just a few ingredients, they’re a quick and easy treat that’s naturally dairy-free.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Meringues

S’mores Bark

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S’mores Bark. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Skip the campfire mess with this easy s’mores bark! Layers of melted dairy-free chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallows come together for a delicious and impressive dessert.
Get the Recipe: S’mores Bark

Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

Image shows a hand holding a copycat Girl Scout s'mores cookie with a bite taken from it.
Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These homemade cookies capture all the flavors of the original Girl Scout S’mores cookies. Made with graham crackers, marshmallow, and dairy-free chocolate, they’re perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

Image shows Banana ice cream sandwiches with strawberries and blueberries on a wooden board.
Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Here’s a healthy twist on a classic! These ice cream sandwiches are made with frozen bananas instead of ice cream, sandwiched between graham crackers. They’re a cool and delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth, all dairy-free.
Get the Recipe: Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

Homemade Magic Shell

Image shows A waffle cone bowl containing vanilla ice cream topped with magic shell and two cherries.
Homemade Magic Shell. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Transform your sundaes with this easy homemade magic shell! This classic from your childhood sundaes is easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. It’s a fun way to add a crunchy, chocolatey topping to your favorite dairy-free ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Magic Shell

Cherry Syrup

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Cherry Syrup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Take your pancakes, waffles, or sundaes to the next level with this dairy-free cherry syrup. It bursts with cherry flavor for a delicious and easy topping.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Syrup

Fortune Cookies

Image shows a Bowl filled with homemade fortune cookies.
Fortune Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Liven up your next party with these fun fortune cookies! They’re surprisingly easy to make and naturally dairy-free. You can personalize the messages for an extra special touch.
Get the Recipe: Fortune Cookies

Strawberry Syrup

Spoon adding strawberry syrup to a glass of ice cream with a jar of strawberry syrup behind it.
Strawberry Syrup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This fresh strawberry syrup is perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or anything else you can dream up. Made without dairy and ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a delicious way to enjoy fresh strawberries.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Syrup

Blueberry Syrup

A spoon filled with dark purple jam held above a glass jar filled with the same jam. The jar is placed on a wooden surface.
Blueberry Syrup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This blueberry syrup adds a burst of fruity flavor to your favorite desserts. Made with fresh blueberries and naturally dairy-free, it’s perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, or even ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Syrup

Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Image shows a hand holding a Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffin with more in the background.
Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Sneak some veggies into your dessert with these muffins! The zucchini adds moisture without making them mushy, and the chocolate chips make them irresistible. Perfect for a weekend brunch, all dairy-free.
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Chewy Molasses Cookies

A hand holds a chewy molasses cookie facing the camera with more cookies on a baking sheet in the background.
Chewy Molasses Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Relive your childhood with these chewy molasses cookies! Packed with warm spice flavor and naturally dairy-free, they’re the perfect nostalgic treat. This is sure to become your new favorite cookie, and no one will ever know it has no butter.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Molasses Cookies

Cinnamon Apples

Image shows a Fork holding a bite of cinnamon apples with a ramekin holding more in the background.
Cinnamon Apples. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Calling all cinnamon lovers! These apples are cooked to perfection for a warm and cozy dessert. Bursting with cinnamon spice, they’re delicious on their own or as a topping for pancakes or waffles – all dairy-free.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Apples

Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip Truffles

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Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip Truffles. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Skip the baking with these no-bake truffles. Made with dairy-free chocolate and edible cookie dough, they combine two delicious flavors in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip Truffles

Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cake

A small plate with a slice of chocolate chip applesauce cake with the pan holding the rest of the cake behind it.
Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This easy applesauce cake is a lifesaver for dairy-free baking. Applesauce keeps it moist, and chocolate chips add a fun twist. It’s perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cake

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