From almond and coconut to flaxmilk and oat, these are the best non dairy coffee creamers.
There are those days when we feel like adding a dash of something nutty, creamy or slightly sweet to our black coffee. And while looking for that something, you may have also found that a lot of coffee creamers out there are dairy based.
If you’ve landed here, you’re likely a lactose intolerant coffee drinker looking for a non dairy coffee creamer.
Apart from lactose intolerance, you may want to consider non dairy coffee creamers if you are
- Vegan (most of these are certified vegan but we’ve noted the two that are not)
- Looking for something healthier (putting heavy cream and other added sugars into your coffee isn’t that great for you)
Just most importantly for those lactose intolerant coffee drinkers, these won’t upset your stomach.
So if you’re lactose intolerant, or just prefer dairy free options, here’s our list of non dairy coffee creamers for lactose intolerant coffee drinkers.
(One more thing before we get to the list, we should note that if the reason you’re adding creamer is because your black coffee tastes bitter, make sure to read our article how to make coffee not bitter – it’s about how you brew it.)
Read on, or skip around to find the type of creamer that’s best for you:
Liquid Non Dairy Coffee Creamers
Nowadays, some of your favorite coffee creamer brands that have been around forever may have a non dairy version, while there are many other new companies that are innovating so you have even more options.
1. Califia Farms Better Half Coffee Creamer
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In addition to almond milk and other plant based milks, Califia Farms has a range of plant based creamers. These creamers are great for those who are lactose intolerant. It’s plant-based, natural, gluten-free, kosher, vegan, carrageenan-free and certified non GMO. A serving of the Original Better Half is only 20 calories with 1 gram of sugar.
2. Elmhurst Original Hemp Creamer
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Elmhurst started as a dairy that closed in 2016 (the last dairy in New York City.) A year later, they released their first line of plant based products, which is made using a process called HydroRelease. This allows their products to contain more flavor and use less ingredients. Their Hemp Creamers are made with just 4 ingredients and are vegan, dairy free, certified non GMO and contain Omega 3.
Also available on Amazon.
3. nutpods Unsweetened and Dairy Free Coffee Creamer
For the combination of an almond and coconut coffee creamer, check out nutpods’ variety of flavored coffee creamers. This plant based, dairy free creamer is also gluten-free, soy-free, GMO-free, non-carrageenan, is vegan approved and does not contain any sugar. Try a pack of their original, french vanilla, hazelnut and caramel. Or one of their limited edition cinnamon swirl or range of oat coffee creamers.
4. So Delicious Dairy-Free Coconutmilk Creamer
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So Delicious is one of the original companies offering dairy free options. For those who are lactose intolerant, this creamy original coconut milk creamer is made with just 5 ingredients, is 15 calories per serving, contains no sugar and is vegan, USDA organic and certified non GMO.
5. Coffee Mate Natural Bliss Creamer Almond
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Coffee mate has been providing coffee drinkers with coffee creamers for more than 50 years. Their latest line of coffee creamers is Natural Bliss, which are all-natural and do not contain GMO ingredients. Note that not all of the products in the Natural Bliss line are suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan. Only the plant based creamers like the Natural Bliss Almond Creamer are non dairy (but not certified vegan.)
6. Silk Vanilla Almond Creamer
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Silk is another of the original dairy free companies. Their soymilk launched in 1996, 14 years later almond milk and a year later coffee creamers arrived. The dairy free and vegan Silk Vanilla Almond Creamer great for lactose intolerant coffee drinkers is a nutty creamer with a hint of vanilla that’s certified non GMO and does not contain any artificial colors, flavors, cholesterol or saturated fat.
7. Good Karma Unsweetened Flaxmilk
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For a non nut option that’s also dairy free, Good Karma’s flaxmilk is for you. Their flaxmilks are also gluten free, vegan, non GMO certified, made with cold-pressed flaxseed oil and have the added benefit of 1200 mg of Omega-3s per serving. Though these aren’t specifically coffee creamers, according to Good Karma, their flaxmilk can be mixed with hot or cold beverages.
Powder Dairy Free Coffee Creamers
Powder coffee creamers if you’re looking for dairy free coffee creamers that do not require refrigeration, or are looking for some travel friendly options.
1. Vibrant Collagens Coconut Milk Collagen Coffee Creamer
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If you add this coconut milk collagen powder creamer to your morning cup of coffee, not only will you get a boost in the morning from caffeine, but you would also get an extra health boost. Vibrant Collagens’ coconut milk collagen coffee creamer is made from collagen peptides, known to contain protein that helps with cell regeneration, helps promote healthier joints, tendons, ligaments and digestive function. It has no additives, is non-GMO, dairy-free, and has no added sugar or colorings. It’s also gluten-free and paleo-friendly. Note, this coffee creamer is not vegan.
2. Laird Superfood Turmeric Coffee Creamer
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Laird Superfood is known for products for almost every diet from paleo, vegan and keto to dairy free and gluten free. The Turmeric Superfood Creamer is one of their all natural, plant based coffee creamers. Mix in two teaspoons of this powder creamer for a bit of an earthy taste and no refrigeration is needed. They also have several flavors, including original, unsweetened and cacao.
3. Coconut Cloud Non-Dairy Coffee Creamer with MCT Oil
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Those who prefer powdered coconut coffee creamers will love Coconut Cloud’s non-dairy coffee creamer with MCT oil made with dried coconut milk. Coconut Cloud added MCT oil, also known as a good fat that helps boost metabolism and supports brain health. It’s dairy free, non GMO, gluten-free, carrageenan and titanium dioxide free and vegan friendly. Each stick contains two grams of sugar per serving.
4. Nutiva Organic MCT Creamer
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Nutiva Organic, known for their coconut oil has a range of MCT powders, which can be used as a non dairy coffee creamer. It’s made with their organic MCT Oil made from 100% organic virgin coconut oil and has several health benefits, including giving the brain sustained energy and includes 3 grams of fiber.
Dairy Free Barista Blends
For lattes and cappuccinos, there are also plant based milks that steam like dairy milk and are made to allow you to make full-bodied foam and latte art.
Check out these various plant based milks made from almond and macadamia, to soy and pea protein:
Almond: Califia Barista Blend Almondmilk
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Made for baristas, and home baristas to make latte art with a dairy free milk.
Oat: Oatly Oat Milk Barista Edition
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Made for baristas to create foam and latte art. Or you can also just drink it straight out of the carton.
Macadamia: Milkadamia Latte Da Barista
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A creamy plant based milk made of macadamia made for baristas.
Read More: How to Make Latte Art at Home
Soy: Silk Barista Collection
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Silk’s barista collection soymilk makes velvety foam for latte art and heats without separating.
Pea Protein: Ripple Barista Style
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Ripple’s Barista Style plant-based milk that foams and froths like normal dairy for hot or cold beverages.
Do you have a favorite non-dairy coffee creamer for lactose intolerant coffee drinkers?
