Yogurt has always been a part of diets across various cultures and cuisines, but only in the last few years have companies started to recognise the need and demand for vegan yogurt alternatives!
In the US, the number of vegan yogurt brands has steadily been on the rise. There are multiple yogurt and dairy alternatives made with a variety of plants ranging from coconuts to oats, cashews, almonds, soy, peanuts, and even chickpeas! The best ones include live active cultures, which are probiotics – or beneficial gut bacteria – that support healthy digestion.
Here are some of the top brands that we recommend.
1. Silk
Yogurt Alternative Made With Soy
Silk is an established brand, known for their range of plant-based milks. This soy-based yogurt is a great addition to their product line! High in protein and super yum! Use this store locator to find it.
2. Forager Project
Organic Unsweetened Cashew Yogurt
Rich in probiotic goodness, this cashew-based vegan yogurt is one of the most indulgent of the lot! It has a mild and neutral flavour, making it highly versatile. Find a store near you that sells it.
3. Oatly
Greek Yogurt Alternative
Oatly is a highly successful Swedish company whose Oat Milk has been all the rage across Europe in the last few years! More recently, they launched their line of vegan greek yogurt alternatives made from oat milk. Totally delicious! Don’t forget to check out their fantastic website!
4. Follow Your Heart
Plain Dairy-Free Coconut Yogurt
Of all the vegan yogurts available in the US, coconut yogurt is by far the most popular! Maybe because of its palatable coconut flavour, mild sweetness, or simply the fact that it’s light and nut-free. Give it a try – We recommend Follow Your Heart! Coconut yogurt is also the easiest vegan yogurt to make at home.
5. So Delicious
Unsweetened Coconut Milk Yogurt Alternative
A coconut yogurt that truly lives up to its name! Their range of vegan yogurt has some of the most creative flavours we’ve seen. Think spiced blueberry, coco almond crunch, salted caramel cluster, key lime pie, the list goes on…
6. Lavva
Plant-Based Yogurt
Plant-based innovation at its best! This vegan yogurt is made with the lowest carb nut on the planet, the Pili nut, as well as with coconut, and cassava, creating a thick, creamy texture – with no added gums or sugars.
7. Nancy’s Yogurt
Oatmilk Non Dairy Yogurt
A creamy and delicious vegan yogurt alternative that offers 6g of plant protein per serving! We love their three top flavours – Cold Brew Vanilla, Apple Cinnamon, and Passion-Fruit Banana! All contain live cultures, so that’s a big plus. Nancy’s vegan yogurt can be found in several supermarkets and grocery stores.
8. Kite Hill
Plain Almond Milk Yogurt
Kite Hill offers a range of vegan yogurt made from almond milk, containing live active cultures. This yogurt is ultra-creamy with the beautiful, nutty flavour of almonds. Perfect for smoothie bowls, dips, and more!
With that deep dive into vegan yogurt and their probiotic qualities, be sure to check out this article to learn about many other plant-based probiotic sources!
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