Opinion Best dairy-free yoghurt in Australian supermarkets

With so many plant-based yoghurts made from soy, oats and creamy coconut, there’s something to please even the pickiest yoghurt connoisseur!

Looking for a yoghurt that’s creamy, dreamy, and totally dairy-free? These days, you don’t have to look far at all – in fact, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for at your local supermarket.

Vegan yoghurts have come a long way in recent years, and there are now several highly popular product ranges available to choose from – including soy, oat, and coconut-based options – that absolutely nail the dairy-free yoghurt brief.

These plant-based yoghurt products are so much more than just ‘alternatives’. With their smooth, spoonable texture and array of gut-nourishing live cultures, they can more than hold their own against traditional dairy yoghurt. 

So whether you’re vegan, lactose intolerant, or just curious to taste-test a kinder and more sustainable yoghurt option, there’s never been a better time to try them for yourself. 

Ready to peel back the lid? Here are some of the best vegan yoghurt brands currently sold in Australia.

Cocobella

If you’re after a thick, filling yoghurt that still feels light and refreshing on the palate, look no further than Cocobella. Their beloved yoghurt range is made by fermenting rich, velvety coconut milk and infusing it with vegan-friendly live yoghurt cultures and probiotics.

The result is absolutely luscious coconut yoghurt that’s naturally dairy-free, and infinitely dollopable on dishes ranging from granola to spicy curries, not to mention great for your digestion. 

In addition to their classic single-serve and 500g tubs, Cocobella also now offers a range of yoghurt pouches, as well as protein-enriched coconut yoghurts that contain an impressive 8g of protein per serve. 

Flavours:

• Blueberry
• Lamington (yes, you read that right)
• Mango
• Natural
• Passionfruit
• Strawberry
• Vanilla

Coles

Even Coles wants in on the plant-based yoghurt action! They’ve come out with two certified organic coconut yoghurt flavours that contain just a few simple, beneficial ingredients, making them as nourishing as they are delicious.

Healthy, delightfully creamy, and 100% free from additives and preservatives, they’re worth a try if you’re not looking for any fancy flavours – just a couple of straightforward, satisfying dairy-free yoghurts that pair well with pretty much anything.

Flavours:

• Natural
• Vanilla

Coyo

Lauded as the ‘original’ coconut yoghurt brand, it’s hardly a surprise that Coyo boasts some of the best dairy-free yoghurts on the Australian market. And that’s not just my humble opinion – they’ve actually won awards!

With a whole range of natural, probiotic, and low-sugar options, Coyo’s organic coconut yoghurts are perfect for anyone craving a healthy yet indulgent dairy-free yoghurt. 

Coyo even has a range of frozen yoghurts at select Woolworths stores. I haven’t been lucky enough to track them down yet, but if they’re anything like their standard range, I can imagine they taste divine.

Flavours: 

• Greek-style
• Mango
• Mixed berry
• Natural
• Strawberry
• Vanilla bean

Nakula

Nakula is another 100% plant-based brand worth adding to your grocery list. Their specialty is coconut yoghurt and all of their products are made with certified organic coconut cream, which is just as wholesome as it sounds. 

And I have to say, their commitment to only using the best-quality ingredients definitely makes a difference! If you’re someone who enjoys the light nuttiness and consistency of premium coconut yoghurt, you’re sure to find a flavour you love in the Nakula range. 

Flavours:

• Blueberry
• Mango
• Mixed berry
• Natural
• Passionfruit
• Strawberry & chia
• Vanilla

Kingland

Fermented from the high-protein goodness of soybeans and enriched with gut-nourishing probiotics, Kingland’s extensive range of tasty soy yoghurts is as nutritious as it gets and has plenty of flavours to choose from.

Soy yoghurt is a brilliant option for those who prefer a more neutral taste to the tell-tale flavour of coconut yoghurt, but it’s also just delicious in its own right – super creamy, slightly tangy, and the perfect complement to all sorts of breakfast foods, fruits, and dishes both savoury and sweet. 

Flavours:

• Apricot
• Berries & chia seeds
• Blueberry & mulberry
• High-protein berries
• High-protein vanilla
• Mango & peach 
• Natural Greek-style
• Plain
• Strawberry

Vitasoy

If you feel like you recognise this brand from somewhere other than the yoghurt section, you’re probably right! Vitasoy is best known for its popular range of plant-based milks, and given how pleasant those are to drink, bake, and cook with, it’s hardly a surprise that their yoghurts are some of the best around, too.

And despite the brand name, Vitasoy hasn’t just branched into soy yoghurts – they also offer a couple of amazing oat-based options, with hopefully more flavours to be added to the range in future. 

Flavours:

• Blueberry
• Greek-style strawberry
• Greek-style vanilla
• Lemon
• Mango
• Mango & passionfruit
• Summer fruits
• Vanilla 

Keen to make your own dairy-free yoghurt at home?

If you’re feeling adventurous or just love DIY projects in the kitchen, I’ve got great news: I recently discovered that making your own vegan yoghurt is waaaay easier than you’d think! 

Allow me to introduce you to my three favourite vegan yoghurt recipes: 

Jessica In The Kitchen’s Easy Cashew Yoghurt

You can’t buy cashew yoghurt at the supermarket (yet), but you can whip it up with minimal effort at home, and the result is super rich and creamy.

Minimalist Baker’s 2-Ingredient Coconut Yoghurt

Just as simple as it sounds – all you need is full-fat coconut milk, vegan-friendly probiotics, and whatever flavourings you want to add in.

Naturally Nina’s Greek-Style Soy Yoghurt

You’ll need to buy an EasiYo yogurt maker for this one, but the resulting infinite supply of cheap, high-protein soy yoghurt is well worth the initial investment.

With satisfying homemade options like these at our fingertips – and heaps of amazing coconut and soy yoghurts to choose from in stores – it’s truly never been easier to go dairy-free and find a kinder, more sustainable yoghurt option that suits your tastes. 

No wonder millions of Aussies are already choosing plant-based alternatives over dairy! How cultured

Can’t get enough of vegan yoghurt? Try out these delish dairy-free recipes! Vegan yoghurt shines in both sweet & savoury recipes – try pairing it with caramelised papaya & granola, these fresh mango-lime popsicles, or whipping up some herby tzatziki!

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