Before I married Chris, I used to be more of a dessert person when I’d go out to eat. After we got married, I transitioned to being more of an appetizer person. And that was because of two reasons: 1) He’s more of an appetizer guy, and 2) I find it hard to find desserts that are dairy-free, gluten-free, and grain-free these days. However, when I DO find one, an allergy-friendly dessert has to be one of the most exciting thing in my life! Thank goodness for Chris, who tries to craft recipes that allow me to indulge in something a little sweet too. If you’re looking for something comforting for the end of the meal, try one of these treats!
(P.S. – If you want Chris’s favorite brands for dairy alternatives, check this post out!)
Apricots & Whipped Ricotta
Caramelized honeyed apricots meet fluffy whipped non-dairy ricotta cream in this light and not-too-sweet dessert.
Grapefruit with Avocado Cream
Really light and easy to put together in just 5 minutes! If you like your desserts more fruity than sweet, this one is for you.
Mixed Berry Dump Cake
Prep a simple, fruit-forward, gluten-free, dairy-free dessert in under 5 minutes (thanks to a box mix), and just let it bake!
Easy Grilled Fruit Skewers
When everyone is expecting fruit salad, show up with this elevated treat for any summer picnic, party, or snack.
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Parfaits
This vegan-friendly, gluten-free parfait is a make-ahead marvel: it’s a massive hit with everyone who has tried it.
Pineapple, Orange, & Guava Sorbet
This Ninja Creami sorbet recipe is SO easy, I have two more surprise dairy-free ice creams for you on this post!
Golden Milk Ice Cream
With its signature blend of coconut, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon, this Ninja Creami recipe is incredibly delicious.
Virgin Piña Colada Italian Ice
Give this dairy-free recipe a try the next time you want a cooling treat in the Creami that is sweet, tart, and fruity.
Blackberry Campfire S’mores
The alternative title for this recipe is “The Best S’more I’ve Ever Had in My Life.” (Use dairy-free chocolate!)
Baked Blueberries & Pecan Crumble
Gluten-free and dairy-free, this recipe ensures that no one has to miss out on a sweet & savory blueberry crisp for dessert.
Baked Pears & Rosemary Caramel
This dish is a showstopper for a fall family dinner with a rosemary caramel that is dairy-free and beyond delicious.
Spiced Peach Crumble
This spiced peach crumble is like fall in a bowl: It’s so warm and comforting (plus it’s grain-free, dairy-free, & gluten-free).
Julia’s Cookie Dough Ice Cream
This plant-based, dairy-free Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice cream? I’m making this every other night. It’s that good.
Rosemary Salted Caramel Sauce
Not the best dairy-free caramel or the best vegan caramel—it’s the best caramel sauce I have ever tested. Kudos to Chris!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
A dairy-free treat that gets its smooth texture from coconut milk, pumpkin pie mix, and banana mixed in a Ninja Creami.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse
A chocolate mousse is another simple dessert, but this one can easily be made dairy-free with some planning and technique.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Caramel Corn
Dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and simply irresistible. Chris has to make a double batch so the kids will leave us some!
Butterbeer Slushie
This recipe is as good as the one we had at Harry Potter World. Make it in the Ninja Slushi for your favorite kids or friends.
Soft Homemade Caramels
These chewy caramels always remind Chris of his mom at Christmas. So. he made a take that’s as tasty—and dairy-free!
Holiday Peppermint Brownies
A mile-high thick and chocolatey gluten-free, dairy-free brownie that makes enough to feed a crowd.
Sugar-Dusted Cranberries
An awesome snack to have on your holiday table? Frozen, sugar-dusted cranberries. Sweet, tart—better than candy.
Chocolate Peppermint Caramel Corn
Even without the dairy, everyone we’ve given this to has said it’s the best caramel corn they’ve ever had. You’ll love it.
Chris’s Favorite Tools for Desserts (aka “Our Ninja Family”)
The Ninja Creami – We’ve had this ice cream maker for a few years now, and it’s one of our most used dessert makers. Each batch makes 3-4 servings, so we get a couple extra pint containers for the family. Making ice cream and sorbets couldn’t be easier!
The Ninja Slushi – This slushie maker joined the crew last fall, right in time for holiday parties. We’ve thrown plain apple cider in. We’ve thrown eggnog in. It’s great for those frosty soda cravings. Just make sure you add some kind of sugar alternative (like monk fruit sweetener) if you’re using diet drinks so the mix freezes properly.
The Ninja Swirl – This is the newest addition to our shelf, and it’s probably the kids’ favorite. Who are we kidding though, it’s so nostalgia that we love it too! You can turn almost any Creami recipe into a soft serve cone or cup with this retro-fun appliance.
Leave A Reply
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *