Diet & Fitness

Food Guide

Nondairy Frozen Desserts

Buying Tips

Look for nondairy frozen desserts in the ice cream section of health food stores and grocery stores.

Varieties

Nondairy frozen desserts are available as substitutes for ice cream, sorbet, sherbet, frozen sandwiches, fudge pops, fruit pops, and sundaes. They are commonly made from soy, coconut, almond, and other plant-based milks, and come in a wide variety of flavors and styles. Low-fat, fat-free, and sugar-free versions are available.

Preparation, Uses, & Tips

Top a scoop of rice or soy frozen dessert with fresh sliced peaches or berries; serve sorbet between courses as a refreshing palate cleanser.

Storing

Store frozen for up to three months.

Nutrition Highlights

Soy frozen dessert (vanilla, nondairy), 1/2 cup (about 110g)

Calories: 110
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrate: 24g
Total Fat: 1g
Fiber: 1g

*Good Source of: Calcium (100mg)

Coconut-milk frozen dessert (chocolate, nondairy), 1/2 cup (about 85g)

Calories: 150
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrate: 20g
Total Fat: 9g
Fiber: 6g