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A no-bake, dairy-free energy boost you can whip up in 10 minutes! 💪🍫✨

If you’re anything like me, you need grab-and-go snacks that actually keep you full — not the “I’m starving again in 20 minutes” kind. These Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Protein Balls are one of my go-to recipes for busy workdays, fast breakfasts, pre-workout fuel, or late-night cravings when I really don’t want to fall off the wagon.

And listen…

Are you looking for something the entire family will enjoy without feeling like they’re sacrificing dairy or flavor?

Let me tell you — my husband Brian is the ultimate test. If something is labeled “healthy,” he immediately assumes it tastes like grass. 🌱😂

But THESE?

He absolutely will not stop eating them. I literally have to hide a few in the back of the fridge if I want any for myself.

So yes — they’re dairy-free, but they also pass the “Brian test,” which is basically the gold standard around here.

Let’s make a batch. 👇

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🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats

• ½ cup natural peanut butter (if allergic to peanuts you can use almond butter)

• ¼ cup ground flaxseed

• 2 tbsp chia seeds

• ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (you can also use dark chocolate, but check the ingredients for milk free)

• ¼ cup plant-based protein powder (vanilla or chocolate works great, but I prefer vanilla)

• ⅓ cup local honey (I get from Whole Foods, but I also get from the local farmers market-Conscious Community)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of sea salt

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix your dry ingredients.

In a medium mixing bowl, stir together oats, flaxseed, chia seeds, protein powder, and sea salt.

2. Add the wet ingredients.

Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla. Stir until you have a thick, sticky dough.

• Too dry? Add 1–2 tsp unsweetened almond milk.

• Too sticky? Add another sprinkle of oats.

3. Fold in chocolate chips.

4. Roll into balls.

Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls (about 12–14) and place them on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.

5. Chill.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so they firm up and keep their shape.

Storage:

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

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✨ Flavor Twists

Make them your own:

• Coconut-Cashew: Use cashew butter + roll in shredded coconut

• Mocha Power: Add 1 tsp instant espresso + use chocolate protein

• Berry Vanilla: Mix in dried cranberries or blueberries + vanilla protein

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💡 Nutrition Boosts

Per ball (depending on size), you’re looking at:

• 100–130 calories

• 4–6g protein

• 3–4g fiber

• Healthy omega-3s from chia + flax

Perfect for fueling long workdays, after-school snacks, and keeping spouses who “don’t like healthy food” very, very happy.

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🛍️ Udderly Replaced Shopping List

• 365 Old Fashioned Rolled Oats (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Creamy Peanut Butter Spread (Amazon/Whole Foods)
• 365 Flaxseed Ground Organic (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Organic Black Chia Seeds (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Enjoy Life Baking Dark Chocolate Morsels (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Orgain Vegan Protein Powder, Vanilla Bean (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Hilltop Gardens Honey (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Frontier Co-op Indonesian Vanilla Extract (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Sea Salt Fine (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Unbleached Parchment Paper (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Farberware Nonstick Cookie Sheet (Amazon)

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(The healthy version of the famous Doubletree Cookies)

Soft, chewy, and packed with just the right amount of protein power.

If you’re the kind of person who loves a cookie that’s both indulgent and functional, this recipe’s for you. These Dark Chocolate Walnut Protein Cookies have the flavor and texture of your favorite bakery classic — buttery, nutty, and rich — with an added boost from vanilla protein powder. Think chewy center, crisp edges, and pools of melted dark chocolate in every bite.

Perfect for that afternoon pick-me-up or post-dinner treat that doesn’t derail your goals.

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🛒 Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted dairy-free butter

• ¾ cup monk fruit classic sweetener

• ¾ cup packed light brown sugar

• 2 large eggs (farm fresh from a local farmer – I use Vital Farms if farm fresh isn’t available)

• 1¼ tsp pure vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Dry Ingredients

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled

• ¾ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)

• ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp salt

• Pinch of ground cinnamon

Add-Ins

• 2⅔ cups dark chocolate chunks (60–70% cacao)

• 1¾ cups chopped walnuts

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep:

Set oven to 300 °F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream:

In a stand mixer, beat softened butter with both sugars on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until creamy and light.

3. Add Wet Ingredients:

Mix in eggs, vanilla, and lemon juice on low speed for 30 seconds, then on medium for 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, protein powder, oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add the dry mix to the wet ingredients on low speed, blending for about 45 seconds — just until combined. Don’t overmix.

5. Fold In Add-Ins:

Stir in dark chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts. If the dough feels too soft, chill it for about 20 minutes before baking.

6. Scoop & Bake:

Portion out 3-tablespoon scoops of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 3 inches apart.

Bake 18–21 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but centers still soft.

7. Cool:

Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5–10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. They’ll set up beautifully as they cool.

8. Serve:

Enjoy warm with a cold glass of milk or your favorite dairy-free alternative.

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💡 Tips & Notes

• Check at 18 minutes — protein causes quicker browning, so don’t overbake.

• Store cookies airtight with a slice of bread to keep them soft and chewy.

• Freeze for up to 2 months; reheat at 300 °F for 3–4 minutes.

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🧡 The Perfect Balance

A little protein, a lot of flavor — these cookies hit every craving. They’re rich, hearty, and deliciously satisfying with just enough nutrition to make you feel good about going back for seconds.

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🍪 📝 Cindy’s Kitchen Notes

These cookies turned out amazing — rich, flavorful, and loaded with dark chocolatey goodness. 🍫 But if you’re like me and prefer a slightly more moist and tender cookie, here’s the little tweak I’m going to try next time:

✅ 2 sticks + 2 tbsp dairy-free butter

✅ 1 tbsp maple syrup

✅ 1 egg + 1 egg yolk

✅ 1 tbsp almond milk

Clarification on the quantities:  

🧈 Butter:

👉 Use 2 sticks + 2 tablespoons total

—not four sticks!

That’s just adding 2 extra tablespoons to your original recipe amount.

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🥚 Eggs:

👉 Use 1 whole egg + 1 egg yolk total

—not three eggs!

You’re replacing the two eggs from the original recipe with one full egg and one extra yolk.

Here’s why I think it’ll help:

The extra butter and egg yolk add richness and softness, while the maple syrup and almond milk boost moisture without making the cookies heavy. It should keep that chewy bakery texture but with an even softer center — exactly the kind of cookie you want to sink your teeth into with a glass of cold almond milk. 🥛💛

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🛍️ Udderly Replaced Shopping List

• EARTH BALANCE Vegan Buttery Sticks (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Lakanto, Sweetener Monkfruit Classic (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Okinawa Brown Sugar Powder (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Vital Farms Organic Pasture Raised Eggs (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Organic Vanilla Extract (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• King Arthur All Purpose Unbleached Flour (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Orgain Organic Vegan Protein + 50 Superfoods Powder (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oat (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 by Whole Foods Market, Baking Soda (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 by Whole Foods Market, Sea Salt Fine (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Organic Vietnamese Cinnamon (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Dark Chocolate Baking Chunks (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 Chopped Walnuts (Amazon/Whole Foods)

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There’s just something about football weekends and the smell of cinnamon rolls in the oven. 🙌 This weekend, we’re heading to the OU vs. Ole Miss game, and our tailgate theme is brunch-style comfort food. While everyone else will be devouring buttery, dairy-loaded cinnamon rolls made with love by Carrie (my friend and neighbor that pours her heart and soul into every deliciously butter filled cinnamon roll), I decided to create my own dairy-free version so that I don’t have to miss out on ALL of the fun!  

This recipe came together after blending a few of my favorite cinnamon roll recipes and changing up the baking methods to create the perfect combination of soft, gooey, bakery-style rolls with a silky, dairy-free frosting that melts into every swirl.

I used Chobani Extra Creamy Oat Milk for richness in place of whole milk, dairy free Country Crock Plant Butter with Olive Oil for that buttery flavor, and Kite Hill Vegan Cream Cheese to make the most luscious frosting ever. Trust me — whether you’re dairy-free or not, these rolls are a total win.

So before we cheer our Sooners on to victory, let’s score one right here in the kitchen. ❤️🤍

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🍞 The Best Dairy-Free Cinnamon Rolls

Prep time: 30 min

Rise time: 90 min

Bake time: 25 min

Total time: About 2 hr 25 min

Servings: 9 large rolls

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🧁 Ingredients

🥣 For the Dough

• ¾ cup Chobani Extra Creamy Oat Milk 

• ¼ cup Earth Balance Original Buttery Spread, Dairy Free Butter Alternative, melted

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 packet (2¼ tsp) instant yeast

• 1 egg + 1 egg yolk, room temperature (I LOVE fresh farm eggs from local farmers, but will provide a link to farm fresh eggs from Whole Foods)

• 3 cups bread flour, plus more for kneading

• ½ tsp salt

🍯 For the Filling

• ⅔ cup packed brown sugar

• 1½ Tbsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ cup Earth Balance Original Buttery Spread, Dairy Free Butter Alternative, softened

🍥 For the Frosting

• 4 oz Kite Hill Vegan Cream Cheese, softened 

• 3 Tbsp Earth Balance Original Buttery Spread, Dairy Free Butter Alternative, softened

• ¾ cup powdered sugar

• ½ tsp pure vanilla extract 

• 1–2 Tbsp Chobani Extra Creamy Oat Milk (for thinning, as needed)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Dough

1. Warm the oat milk in the microwave until about 110°F (warm to the touch, not hot). Stir in the sugar and yeast, and let it rest 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. Add melted Earth Balance butter alternative, egg, and egg yolk; whisk until combined.

3. Add flour and salt, stirring until a dough forms.

4. Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes (or with a dough hook for 5 minutes) until soft and elastic.

5. Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1–1½ hours or until doubled in size.

2️⃣ Fill & Roll

1. Roll the dough into a 13×9-inch rectangle.

2. Spread softened Country Crock butter evenly over the surface.

3. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly.

4. Roll tightly from the long edge, slice into 9 rolls, and place in a greased 9×9 or 9×13 pan.

3️⃣ Rise & Bake

1. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. Bake 23–27 minutes, until golden and fluffy.

4️⃣ Make the Frosting

1. Beat Kite Hill cream cheese and Country Crock butter until smooth.

2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy.

3. Mix in oat milk 1 Tbsp at a time until you reach that dreamy, spreadable consistency.

4. Spread over warm rolls and let it melt into every cinnamon swirl.

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🏆 Tailgate Tips

• Prep the night before, cover, and refrigerate. In the morning, let them rise 45 minutes before baking.

• Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for that gooey center and crisp edge.

• Serve on an OU serving platter with mimosas, fruit, or a steaming dairy-free latte — because brunch and football just belong together.

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🏈 Final Thoughts

These rolls are soft, buttery, and downright irresistible — proof that going dairy-free doesn’t mean giving up indulgence. Whether you’re celebrating a Sooners win or just brunching in style, this recipe is your new game-day favorite.

Now that we’ve scored a win in the kitchen, let’s go get one on the field.

BOOMER SOONER!! ❤️🤍🏆

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🛒 Shop My Game-Day Baking Favorites

• Chobani Extra Creamy Oat Milk (Amazon/Whole Foods) 

• Earth Balance Dairy Free Butter Alternative (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Kite Hill Vegan Cream Cheese (Amazon/Whole Foods) 

• Fleischmann’s Simply Homemade Rapid Rise Yeast (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• King Arthur Flour Unbleached Bread Flour (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 by Whole Foods Market, Cane Sugar (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Pete & Gerrys Pasture-Raised (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 by Whole Foods Market, Sea Salt Fine (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Frontier Co-op Indonesian Vanilla Extract (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Organic Light Brown Sugar (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 365 by Whole Foods Organic Ground Cinnamon (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Pyrex Deep 9×13-Inch Glass Baking Dish with Lid (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Lord Eagle PINK Hand Mixer Electric (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Stainless Steel PINK Nesting Mixing Bowls (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• 5 Piece Pink Silicone Spatula Set (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• Oklahoma Sooners Decorative Serving Tray (Amazon/Whole Foods)

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This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you purchase through my links. I only recommend products I truly love and personally use — all opinions are my own. 💛

The Dip That Brings the Heat to Every Party

There are good dips… and then there’s the dip that everyone talks about the next day. You know the one — that creamy, cheesy, just-the-right-amount-of-heat kind of dip that disappears before halftime.

Meet your new go-to: Jalapeño Popper Dip with Dairy Free Parmesan Butter Crumbs. 🧀🌶️

It’s got everything you love about a jalapeño popper — creamy cheese, a little spice, and that golden buttery crunch on top — all baked into one skillet of bubbling perfection.

Whether you’re hosting a football watch party, a neighborhood get-together, or just having a cozy night in, this dip is going to steal the show.

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🏈 Why You’ll Love This Dip

• It’s quick and easy — ready in under 30 minutes.

• It’s rich, creamy, and just spicy enough to make you go back for more.

• That buttery Parmesan crumb topping? Chef’s kiss. 👌 DAIRY FREE!

• You can prep it ahead and pop it in the oven right before guests arrive.

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🧀 Ingredients

Dip Base:

• 8 oz Kite Hill dairy free cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup Kite Hill dairy free sour cream or mayo

• ¾ cup shredded dairy free cheddar

• 4 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped

• ¼ cup grated dairy free Parmesan cheese

• 4-6 fresh jalapeños, diced (I used the ones from our garden)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

Crispy Topping:

• ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs

• 2 Tbsp melted dairy free butter

• ¼ cup grated dairy free Parmesan cheese

• 2 tsp of chopped parsley for color

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. Cook the bacon and chop

3. In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, Parmesan, jalapeños, bacon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Spread mixture into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish (or similar).

5. In another bowl, toss the Panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and Parmesan until evenly coated.

6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the dip with a few sliced jalapeños

7. Bake 15–20 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and golden brown on top.

8. Serve warm with tortilla chips, Fritos, baguette slices, or crackers.

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🌶️ Pro Tips

💡 Want it spicier? Use fresh jalapeños with the seeds left in — or add a pinch of cayenne.

💡 Make it ahead: Prep everything, refrigerate, and bake just before serving.

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🎉 Serving Ideas

• Perfect for football watch parties 🏈

• Great for holiday gatherings or potlucks 🍽️

It’s creamy, crunchy, and crowd-pleasing — the dip that’ll make you the MVP of any party.

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🛒 Shopping List

• https://amzn.to/4qcODFq – Kite Hill dairy free cream cheese (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/4o9st50 – Kite Hill dairy free Sour cream (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/3KFaNzR – Daiya Shredded cheddar cheese (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/3KKzKKc – Follow Your Heart Grated Parmesan cheese (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/479dtNz – Fresh jalapeños (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/4q7i6jL – 365 Garlic powder (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/4n3UnhY – A. Vogel Herbamare Seasoned Sea Salt (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/479s6R6 – Panko breadcrumbs (Amazon)

• https://amzn.to/3W2tT5e – Earth Balance dairy free butter Butter (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/43aYDor – Green onions (Amazon/Whole Foods)

• https://amzn.to/42FECq6 – Tender Belly Bulk Black Forest (Amazon/Whole Foods)

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🛍️ Affiliate Disclaimer

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them — at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I truly use and love. 💛

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The holidays just got a little bit… creamier. ✨

If you’ve been living that dairy-free life and missing those rich, velvety mashed potatoes you grew up on — buckle up, buttercup (or should I say Earth Balance cup? 😉). This recipe brings all the cozy, comforting goodness of classic mashed potatoes, but swaps the dairy for plant-based perfection that no one will see coming.

With Kite Hill cream cheese, Califia Farms Dairy-Free Heavy Cream, and Earth Balance butter, these spuds whip up smooth, dreamy, and absolutely crave-worthy. The secret sprinkle? Herbamare Herb Salt — that green can from Amazon that somehow makes everything taste like it came out of a five-star kitchen. 🌿

Whether you’re serving them at Thanksgiving, a weekend dinner, or just when life calls for a bowl of comfort — this recipe’s a keeper.

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💛 Why They’ll Be Your New Go-To

• Creamy & dreamy: Silky smooth without dairy filled milk or cream.

• Simple ingredients: Nothing fancy, just smart swaps.

• Foolproof texture: Light and fluffy every single time.

• Crowd pleaser: Even the dairy devotees will ask for seconds.

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🥣 What You’ll Need

• 5 pounds Russet potatoes (about 7 large)

• 4 ounces Kite Hill Dairy-Free Cream Cheese, softened

• ½ cup (4 ounces) Earth Balance Butter, melted

• ½ cup (4 ounces) Califia Farms Dairy-Free Heavy Cream

• 1½ teaspoons Herbamare Herb Sea Salt (the green container from Amazon 🌿) — or to taste

🛒 Shop My Faves:

   •   Kite Hill Dairy-Free Cream Cheese (Amazon/Whole Foods)

   •   Califia Farms – Dairy Free Heavy Cream (Amazon/Whole Foods)

   •   Earth Balance Vegan Butter (Amazon/Whole Foods)

   •   Herbamare Herb Sea Salt – the green tub (Amazon)

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👩‍🍳 How to Make Them

1. Prep those spuds: Wash, peel, and chop the potatoes into large chunks.

2. Boil to perfection: Pop them into a big pot and cover with cold water (leave a couple of inches at the top). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once bubbling, lower to medium and cook for about 10–15 minutes, until the potatoes are soft enough to pierce easily with a fork.

3. Drain & dry: Drain them well and let the steam escape for a minute or two — this keeps your mash from turning soupy.

4. Mash it up: Using a masher or hand mixer, start blending until smooth and fluffy.

5. Add the creamy magic: Mix in Kite Hill cream cheese, melted Earth Balance butter, Califia Farms cream, and a shake (or three) of Herbamare herb salt. Gently fold until everything’s silky and luscious — but don’t overmix.

6. Top & serve: Spoon into a serving dish and finish with a pat of Earth Balance, a sprinkle of Herbamare, and maybe a few fresh parsley or chives for flair.

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🌟 Cindy’s Tips

💡 Make-ahead magic: Whip them up a day or two before your big dinner. Just reheat on low with a splash of Califia Farms cream.

💡 Garlic lovers unite: Roast a head of garlic and mash it right in — next-level flavor.

💡 Texture check: If they’re too thick, add more Califia a spoonful at a time until they’re perfect.

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💚 Final Thoughts

Creamy. Fluffy. Flavor-packed. And 100% dairy-free. These mashed potatoes are proof that comfort food doesn’t need cow’s milk to be absolutely delicious.

Because here at Udderly Replaced, we don’t miss dairy — we reinvent it. 🥰

So grab that green tub of Herbamare, and get ready to make the holidays a little bit creamier — the dairy-free way. 😉

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This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them — at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I truly use and love. Thank you for supporting Udderly Replaced and helping keep the dairy-free magic alive! 💚

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