10 Best Dairy-Free Snacks

Chickpea Cookie Dough

A delightful and nutritious snack that satisfies your sweet tooth without any dairy.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ¼ cup almond butter
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

Cooking method:

1. In a food processor, blend the chickpeas until smooth.
2. Add almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt; blend until fully combined.
3. Stir in the mini chocolate chips by hand.
4. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for a firmer texture.

Almond Butter Energy Balls

These energy-packed bites are perfect for on-the-go snacking.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup almond butter
• ¼ cup honey or agave syrup
• ¼ cup flaxseed meal
• ⅓ cup shredded coconut

Cooking method:

1. In a large bowl, mix together oats, almond butter, honey, and flaxseed meal.
2. Stir in shredded coconut until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into small balls using your hands.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Quinoa & Black Bean Bites

Satisfy your savory cravings with these protein-packed bites.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and mashed
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, combine quinoa, mashed black beans, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Shape the mixture into small patties.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 3 minutes on each side.
4. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Apple Cinnamon Chips

A naturally sweet and crunchy treat that’s incredibly easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 2 large apples, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C).
2. Arrange apple slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Sprinkle cinnamon evenly over the apple slices.
4. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, flipping halfway, until the apples are dried and crisp.

Roasted Chickpeas

Crispy, flavorful, and perfect for snacking anytime.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pat chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
3. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Sweet Potato Fries

These oven-baked sweet potato fries are both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until crispy.

Avocado Hummus

A creamy and flavorful twist on the classic dip, perfect with veggies or chips.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a food processor, combine avocado, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Transfer to a bowl and serve with your favorite dippers.

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Indulge in this rich, velvety mousse that’s surprisingly dairy-free.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cooking method:

1. In a blender, combine avocados, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Spoon into serving dishes and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Coconut Chia Pudding

A simple and satisfying snack that’s perfect for prepping ahead.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup chia seeds
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, whisk together chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3. Stir before serving and top with your favorite fruits.

Zucchini Chips

These crunchy and tasty chips make a great alternative to potato chips.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, flipping halfway through, until crisp.