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 non-dairy milk.

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Dairy-Free Half-and-Half

This recipe is a non-dairy version of half-and-half. It can be used in lots of recipes that call for half-and-half but without the dairy.

Course Other

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy-free, half-and-half, substitute

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 30

Calories 15kcal

Author Laura Kersting

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

Calories are based on 1 tablespoon servings.

Recipe yields approximately 2 cups. 

I hope this recipe helps you with any recipes you may need a dairy-free substitute for half-and-half. If you try it, leave me a comment and let me know how your recipe turned out.

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