The Ultimate List of Dairy Free Snacks (and where to buy them!)

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The Ultimate List of Dairy Free Snacks

I can’t believe it’s been three years since I quit eating dairy for good. I first went dairy free while breastfeeding my daughter 11 years ago, but all three girls have grown out of dairy allergies. Just as we learned our daughters don’t have a milk allergy, I learned I have a sensitivity to dairy. Following a dairy free diet while breastfeeding – or suddenly having to follow a dairy free lifestyle – can be difficult. Thankfully there are so many great dairy-free things to buy in stores! Here is my Ultimate List of Dairy Free Snacks (and where to buy them).

Dairy Free Snacks at Trader Joe’s

There are quite a few dairy free snacks at Trader Joe’s, but I don’t like them all. Instead of wasting time when you go to the store asking, “What snacks are dairy free?” copy my list below. Here are my favorite Trader Joe’s dairy-free snacks.

1. Vegan Nacho Dip – I use this vegan nacho dip so many different ways! From the melted cheese in a quesadilla/taco to a dip for pretzels to one of the ingredients in my 7 layer bean dip – it’s all delicious!
2. Vegan Buffalo Dip – this is a HUGE hit at all of our parties (and when I’m craving a spicy dip)
3. Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels – watch out, these are addictive.
4. Jalapeño Seasoned Corn & Rice Puffs – these are SO spicy but ridiculously good.
5. Vegan Buttery Spread – technically this isn’t a snack, but I use it to make snacks (like these vegan cookies)
6. Trader Joe’s Jumbo Cinnamon Rolls – the price on these delicious, chewy sweet cinnamon rolls are A+ (compared to the Immaculate brand) and taste better
7. Joe-Joe Cookies – there are a few different flavors but my favorite is the seasonal Candy Cane flavor
8. Eggplant Garlic Spread – I LOVE this stuff on bread, pizza, crackers, or with vegetables.
9. Chicken & Chimichurri Empanadas – if you can find these, buy them! They are more like a dairy free meal than a snack if you eat both in the box (dipped in the vegan nacho cheese).
10. Vegan Spinach and Cashew Ravioli – this is technically another meal, but they are so tasty! They are delicious boiled and then sauteed in garlic and olive oil too.
11. Boursin Dairy-Free Garlic & Herbs – I was beyond thrilled to find this cheese spread at TJs. It is good on cracker, bagels, with veggies or a chunk of bread.
12. Organic Popcorn with Olive Oil – I love popcorn, especially with the Trader Joe’s KETCHUP flavored seasoning.
13. Peanut Butter and Jelly Frooze Balls – I like these 100% plant powered energy balls as a snack or breakfast on the go!

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More Dairy Free Favorites at Trader Joe’s

Looking for more dips to snack on? Trader Joe’s carries more way vegan dips than I have listed above. Here are some of your favorites: Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip, Vegan Tzatziki Dip, Vegan Salmonesque Spread with Capers & Dill. They sell a Vegan Sour Cream Alternative and Vegan Cream Cheese Alternative that could be used to make various dips too!

BEWARE OF HIDDEN DAIRY! Don’t forget to read ingredient labels for chips and crackers too. Here are some dairy free crackers: Rosemary Sfogliette Crackers, Everything but the Bagel Seasoned Crackers, Golden Rounds Crackers

Check out: 10 Dairy Free Comfort Foods & Recipes

Dairy Free Snacks found at most Grocery Stores

I bet you didn’t know there are more dairy free snacks on the shelves than what you see advertised. Some of the most well-known treats are made without milk – like Pringles and Oreos. Here is a list of surprising Dairy Free Snacks you can find at most grocery stores, Whole Foods, or on Amazon. P.S. I’m not promising these milk-free snacks are healthy – but they do taste great!

• Ritz Crackers – highly recommend the ‘fresh stacks’ mini packages with a mini beef stick
• Spicy Sweet Chili-flavored DORITOS® – I miss Cool Ranch DORITOS® but these are almost as tasty.
• Fritos – the creator was supposedly vegetarian!
• Potato Chips – plain Ruffles, Lays, and Cape Cod original chips are all made without milk
• Triscuit Crackers
• Graham Crackers – I prefer my graham crackers with peanut butter, jelly, and fluff
• Fluffernutter
• Original Sun Chips – missing the Garden Salsa though!
• Nutter Butter Cookies
• UnReal Candy – Most of the chocolate candies are dairy free – just check the label.
• Pringles
• Oreos
• Justin’s Mini Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
• Annie’s Homegrown Organic Bunny Fruit Snacks
• CEREAL – some of the tastiest cereals make great snacks – like Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Lucky Charms. Mix the cereal with vegan butter + marshmallows to make an extra special chewy treat!
• LOVE CORN Snacks

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25 Dairy Free Snacks at Costco

I love to stock up on dairy free snacks at Costco because my family eats them too. I also need a great supply, so I’m not stuck eating spoonfuls of peanut butter + Fluff. It’s a bad (but delicious) personal habit when there’s nothing else to eat in the house. Costco has a good selection of healthy snack options, but they also have some fun dairy free junk food. Here are 25 Dairy Free Costco Snacks.

1. Snack Factory Pretzels
2. Sensible Portions Garden Veggie Straws
3. Cape Cod Potato Chips
4. Hummus
5. Stacy’s Pita Chips (Simply Naked)
6. Chex Mix (Original)
7. Pistachios
8. Kirklands Mango Salsa + Siete Grain Free Tortilla Chips (Sea Salt)
9. Guacamole
10. Applesauce or Veggie/Fruit Pouches
11. Annie’s Fruit Snacks
12. Bakery Bagels (they are vegan!)
13. Skinny Pop Popcorn
14. Quinn Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets / Kirkland Signature Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets
15. Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars
16. Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars
17. Bakery Apple Pie (Double Crust)
18. Garden Lites Veggie Cakes
19. RX Bars (Peanut Butter Chocolate + Chocolate Sea Salt Variety Pack)
20. Harvest Snaps (Green Pea Lightly Salted)
21. Ritz Crackers
22. Nut Butters: Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, Sun Butter, etc.
23. Smucker’s Uncrustables Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly
24. Deebee’s Organics Superfruit Freezie Pops
25. Oreo Cookies

For the full post, click here: The BEST Dairy Free Products at Costco

Where Else to Shop for Dairy-Free Snacks

While Trader Joe’s has an impressive selection of dairy-free goodies, there are plenty of other places to stock up on your favorites.

1. Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods is a dairy-free shopper’s dream, with clearly labeled allergen-friendly products and an extensive selection of plant-based snacks. Look for:

• HIPPEAS Chickpea Puffs – Crunchy, cheesy (but vegan!) snacks.
• Siete Grain-Free Tortilla Chips – Made with cassava and avocado oil.
• Miyoko’s Vegan Cream Cheese – Perfect with crackers for an on-the-go snack.

💡 Tip: Use the Whole Foods app to find current deals and check stock before visiting.

2. Target

Target has really stepped up its game when it comes to dairy-free and allergy-friendly foods. Check the Good & Gather line and Plant-Based Living section for:

• Good & Gather Almond Milk Yogurts
• Made Good Granola Minis – Great for lunchboxes!
• Boom Chicka Pop Sea Salt Popcorn – Naturally dairy-free and always a hit.

3. Walmart

Walmart’s growing organic and health food section includes:

• GoGo SqueeZ YogurtZ Dairy-Free Pouches – A kid-friendly snack with probiotics.
• Enjoy Life Protein Bites – Free of top 8 allergens.
• Earth Balance Vegan Cheddar Squares – Think Cheez-Its, but dairy-free.

The Best Grocery Shopping List for Dairy Free Items – Don’t forget to check out the BEST Shopping List for all Non-Dairy Items