These gluten-free and dairy-free snacks are not only easy to whip up but they’re delicious too! Made from whole foods and nourishing ingredients they're easy snack recipes for busy days at work or on the go.
Choose from throw-together recipes or enjoy your favorites like no-bake balls, healthy donuts, and chocolate pudding all in dairy-free variations.
I created these snack ideas to not only curb cravings, give a refreshing boost, and taste good but to also help you fuel up!
Having a food allergy can throw a wrench into the snack department (especially when it’s a new allergy!). However, it is possible to eliminate gluten and dairy and still enjoy what you eat.
How To Eliminate Dairy And Gluten From Your Diet
If you’re brand new to allergy-friendly eating, you’re probably feeling a bit overwhelmed! Upon closer inspection, it feels like dairy is thrown into everything. And in some ways, it is!
Learn more about easy dairy-free swaps and the best gluten-free pantry staples, then use this as your reminder to check labels on the following common ingredients to confirm they’re dairy-free and gluten-free.
- Crackers
- Dressings and sauces
- Store-bought bars
- Pretzels/snacky stuff
This is especially true for checking gluten-free grains like oats. Make sure they're certified gluten-free.
A lot of the time, dairy and gluten are snuck into these items. This is why it’s sometimes easier to just make your own dairy-free snacks (here's the best tips for gluten-free baking).
30+ Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Snack Ideas
Below is a list of over thirty wicked dairy and gluten-free snack recipes the whole family will love! The best part though is that these snacks are also:
- Super easy to make (little or no baking!)
- Gluten-free as well
- Kid-approved
- Fueling and loaded with whole-foods
- Mostly high in protein
- Great on the go.
If you want to really rock gluten-free dairy-free living, you’ll find your favorites here! And while you're at it, peek these high-protein bedtime snacks (that are also dairy and gluten-free) specifically made for late-night cravings.
And at the end of this blog post, you’ll also find a list of “throw together” healthy snack ideas that are also allergy-friendly!
Throw Together Snacks
Some days you just don’t have time to make sure you have healthy, dairy-free snacks prepped and ready to go.
On these days, use one of these throw-together dairy-free snacks to keep you going!
- Mixed nuts and fruit
- Veggies & hummus
- Hard boiled eggs
- Dairy-free yogurt and fruit
- Crackers and nut butter
- Store-bought RX bars
Frequently Asked Questions About A Dairy-Free Diet
Most whole foods will be dairy free like nuts, eggs, fruit, veggies, meats, and grains. It’s more in packaged foods that you need to pay specific attention?
When starting a dairy-free diet, it’s best to focus on foods that naturally contain no dairy (things like fruits, meats, veggies etc). From there, you’ll want to check the labels of common foods like crackers, salad dressing, chips, pretzels, and snack bars as those often have dairy hidden in them. However, there are lots of great dairy-free alternatives now.
Chocolate is a life staple but can be tricky when you're eliminating allergens. Enjoy life is a great brand for dairy-free chocolate chips as their food is free from the top seven allergens,
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
Jane says
These recipes look fantastic! I've been trying to incorporate more protein into my snacks, and these options are both delicious and nutritious. The No-Bake Cherry Energy Bites seem like a great pre-workout snack. Can't wait to try them out!
fitasamamabear says
Happy yo give you a few new ideas!
Kris says
Omg!! Your blog is really heaven sent! I love working out but I don't have time to look for healthier snack options one recipe at a time. So seeing 30 in the list made my life easier!
Thank you for this! Will start making your recipe til I complete all 30 and have them on rotation. ☺️
Since I love peanut butter and chocolate I'll start with Chocolate chip protein powder muffins and Vanilla peanut butter protein bars.
fitasamamabear says
Amazing, so happy to have you here! if you love chocolate and PB go for the chocolate peanut butter protein cups.. they're a reader favorite 😉
Susan says
It seems like forever that I've been moaning that I can't find enough gluten-free and dairy-free snacks, and now I find 30?? OMG, I'm gonna be working my way down this list that's for sure. I've already started with the chunky monkey smoothie, because with a name like that I just HAD to try it and it was A-MAZING!!!
fitasamamabear says
Haha life win!!
K says
Currently OBSESSED with protein balls, but I love how many new ideas this gave me too! Great list. Totally trying those deviled eggs next.
fitasamamabear says
Hahah protein balls are a staple in this house too, I feel yah!
Jenn says
What a great collection! I've got a gluten-free kiddo at home, and I'm always looking for new healthy gluten-free snacks for her!
fitasamamabear says
Wahoo! Glad I can give some inspiration!
Genevieve says
Really excited about this peanut butter & jam overnight oats! I have wanted to make them for a long time but they always seemed a little dull. This flavor combo is a winner in my house - thanks for the great ideas!
fitasamamabear says
Yay! Peanut butter and jam is always a hit in my house lol
Jere Cassidy says
I am thinking I want to be gluten-free and these recipes are a starting point for me. I love all the options for some great recipes.
fitasamamabear says
It can definitely be scary to switch to a gluten-free diet but hopefully these give you some inspo! If you have questions, feel free to ask!
Wendy says
So many great options here. The only hard part is knowing where to start!!! Thanks for the great ideas.
fitasamamabear says
Haha that IS the hardest part!