Homemade Substitute for Half-and-Half
I made this recipe for dairy-free half-and-half since I make several recipes that call for this ingredient. Unfortunately, I am unable to find a store-bought substitute to meet all of my food allergy needs. This recipe is the next best thing for me. I use a blend of oat milk and a non-dairy butter substitute. It works well in my recipes that call for half-and-half. If you’re working around multiple food allergies, such as nuts and soy, I have found this to be a great alternative.
Is there a Dairy-Free Half-and-Half?
There are several store-bought brands of dairy-free half-and-half substitutes. Many of these brands are available at your local grocery store, Walmart, and Target. Silk makes a dairy-free half-and-half made with almond milk. California Farms has a dairy-free substitute called Better Half, and Ripple has one as well. While all of these brands are dairy-free, just remember to read all labels carefully.
What is a Dairy-Free Substitute for Half-and-Half?
If you want to make your own half-and-half, you can use regular canned coconut milk as a substitute, although it will not be as creamy. You can also use coconut cream, blended with any non-dairy milk. Blend a can of coconut cream with 1/2 cup of non-dairy milk.
Dairy-Free Half-and-Half
Equipment
- Measuring cup
- Small bowl for melting
- whisk
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups Oat Milk
- 3 Tbsp. Non-dairy butter I use Earth Balance
Instructions
- Place non-dairy butter into a small microwaveable bowl.
- Heat for 30-45 seconds until melted. Let cool.
- Pour oat milk into a large measuring cup.
- Add the melted butter to the oat milk.
- Whisk together until blended and smooth.
- Use the desired amount in your favorite recipes.
Notes
Leave me a comment and let me know how your recipe turned out.
Blessings, Laura xo
