Discover dairy free chocolate that doesn't compromise on flavour. From rich dark chocolate to sweeter, fruit-inspired varieties, our collection brings together delicious ingredients and decades of Finnish chocolate-making experience.

Our dairy-free chocolate collection includes organic chocolate bars, pralines, vegan chocolate and delicious treats for sharing. Each product is developed with carefully selected ingredients and our experience of making chocolate for people with different dietary requirements.

As a Finnish family-run business with chocolate-making experience dating back to 1994, we believe everyone deserves genuinely delicious chocolate. Explore our collection and discover your new favourite.

 

Discover Our Dairy-Free Chocolate Collection

Finding chocolate without dairy shouldn't mean giving up the flavours and textures you love.

Our collection includes dark chocolate with different cocoa percentages, sweeter rice-based varieties, organic chocolate bars and individual pralines.

You can also explore our chocolate assortments, which are ideal for sharing or giving as gifts.

Browse our selection to discover your favourites, compare ingredients and find something delicious for your next chocolate moment.

What Is Dairy-Free Chocolate?

Dairy free chocolate is made without milk or other dairy-derived ingredients, such as milk powder, whey, cream or butterfat.

Traditional milk chocolate usually contains dairy ingredients, but chocolate doesn't need milk to have a delicious flavour or an enjoyable texture.

Cocoa mass and cocoa butter are naturally dairy-free ingredients. Combined with carefully selected additional ingredients, they can create anything from intense dark chocolate to sweeter, gentler varieties.

We use different recipes to provide dairy free alternatives for customers with a wide range of tastes and dietary preferences.

How We Make Chocolate Without Dairy

Creating enjoyable dairy free chocolate starts with selecting the right ingredients and developing recipes that deliver the flavour and texture we're looking for.

Some of our sweeter chocolates use rice-based ingredients instead of conventional milk powder. These help us produce plant-based chocolate with a milder cocoa flavour.

Other recipes focus on cocoa mass, cocoa butter and carefully chosen flavourings, allowing the cocoa's natural character to shine.

Our approach combines ingredient selection with chocolate-making experience, giving you different ways to enjoy chocolate without dairy.

Dairy Free Chocolate Bars for Every Taste

Sometimes, a simple chocolate bar is exactly what you need.

Our dairy free chocolate bars include fruity combinations, organic varieties and darker chocolates for those who enjoy a more pronounced cocoa flavour.

Choose a sweeter raspberry chocolate, discover refreshing mint or explore our high-cocoa dark chocolate selection.

Each chocolate has its own flavour profile, so there's plenty of variety to discover without relying on conventional milk-containing recipes.

Organic Raspberry Dairy Free Chocolate

If you prefer something sweeter than traditional dark chocolate, our organic raspberry chocolate offers a delicious alternative.

Our 46% Organic Raspberry Chocolate Bar combines cocoa butter, sugar, rice-based ingredients, cocoa mass and raspberry.

The cocoa beans used in this recipe come from Peru and Ecuador, while the raspberry adds a distinctive fruity flavour.

According to its published specifications, the chocolate is organic, dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, soya-free and nut-free.

It's an enjoyable choice when you're looking for a sweeter chocolate bar made without dairy.

Dark Chocolate for Cocoa Lovers

If you're a huge fan of dark chocolate, our dairy-free selection offers plenty of opportunities to explore its distinctive character.

Our Worry Free Organic 79% Strawberry Dark Chocolate combines cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter and strawberry. Its high cocoa percentage creates a rich chocolate experience complemented by fruity notes.

The chocolate is made using Ecuadorian Nacional cocoa beans, which we carefully roast to develop their distinctive flavour. It is also organic, gluten-free, nut-free, soya-free and vegan.

Enjoy it with coffee, after dinner or whenever you fancy a small chocolate break.

Refreshing Mint Dark Chocolate

Mint and dark chocolate make a particularly enjoyable combination.

Our Organic 79% Mint Dark Chocolate contains cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter and mint oil.

The relatively high cocoa percentage gives it a rich chocolate flavour, while the mint adds a refreshing finish. This chocolate is dairy-free, lactose-free, vegan, gluten-free, soya-free and nut-free.

Enjoy a few pieces with coffee or keep a bar ready for an after-dinner treat.

Discover Our Strawberry Dark Chocolate

Strawberry adds a lovely contrast to the richness of dark chocolate.

Our Organic 79% Strawberry Dark Chocolate Bar combines cocoa mass, unrefined cane sugar, cocoa butter and dried organic strawberries.

We use cocoa beans from Ecuador, creating a chocolate with pronounced cocoa notes and a delicate fruity finish.

The recipe contains four ingredients and is identified as organic, dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free and soya-free.

It's a distinctive option for anyone who enjoys exploring different cocoa percentages and chocolate flavours.

Smooth Chocolate Without Traditional Milk

Cocoa butter plays an important role in giving chocolate its characteristic texture. Despite its name, it comes from cocoa beans and contains no dairy ingredients.

Different combinations of cocoa butter, cocoa solids and other ingredients can produce anything from firm dark chocolate to softer, sweeter plant-based chocolate.

Our recipes focus on balancing these ingredients to achieve the right flavour and texture. Dairy-free chocolate doesn't have to imitate traditional milk chocolate to be delicious.

Vegan Chocolate and Plant-Based Alternatives

Many people searching for dairy-free chocolate are also interested in vegan chocolate. Although the terms are related, they describe different requirements.

Dairy-free products exclude milk ingredients, while vegan products are made without animal-derived ingredients more broadly. Our collection includes products that meet both requirements.

For example, our Moomin Organic Raspberry Chocolate Bar, 46% combines cocoa butter, cocoa mass, sugar, rice-based ingredients and raspberry. It is dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free.

Organic Dairy-Free Chocolate

For customers who prefer organic ingredients, our collection includes several carefully developed organic chocolate products.

Our 79% strawberry dark chocolate is made with four ingredients: cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter and strawberry. Organic certification: FI-EKO-201.

Our organic cocoa products demonstrate how simple ingredients can deliver distinctive flavours when the quality of the cocoa and manufacturing process receive particular attention.

Explore the individual product pages to compare cocoa percentages, ingredients and current availability.

Dairy-Free Chocolate Bars for Different Tastes

Sometimes, all you need is your favourite chocolate bar. Our dairy-free chocolate bars provide different ways to enjoy cocoa, from rich dark varieties to sweeter, fruit-flavoured alternatives.

A high cocoa percentage usually creates a more pronounced cocoa flavour, while additional ingredients can introduce different textures and tasting notes.

Whether you prefer a whole bar or just a few pieces with your afternoon coffee, finding the right chocolate comes down to personal taste.

Discover our current selection and choose the flavours that appeal to you.

Fruity Chocolate and Other Flavour Combinations

Dairy-free chocolate doesn't have to mean plain dark chocolate. Fruit, mint and other ingredients offer plenty of opportunities to keep things interesting.

Strawberry introduces a gentle fruity contrast to intense cocoa, while cranberry brings a distinctive balance of sweetness and tartness.

Our 56% Cranberry Dark Chocolate Praline combines cocoa mass, cocoa butter, cocoa powder and cranberry with other plant-based ingredients. The finished chocolate is dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free and soya-free.

Dairy Free Chocolate Pralines

Chocolate pralines are ideal when you want something a little different from an everyday chocolate bar.

Our range includes individually made chocolates featuring carefully developed combinations of cocoa and other ingredients.

Try our 56% Cranberry Dark Chocolate Praline, for a rich chocolate flavour complemented by cranberry.

This 14 g praline is made with ingredients including cocoa mass, cocoa butter, cocoa powder and cranberry.

Its product information identifies it as dairy-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, soya-free, nut-free and vegan.

Dairy Free Chocolate Gift Boxes

Looking for a gift for someone who avoids dairy? Our chocolate assortments offer a thoughtful alternative to conventional chocolate boxes.

Choose a collection of different flavours for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries or simply saying thank you.

A varied selection gives the recipient an opportunity to try different chocolates and discover new favourites.

When buying chocolate for someone with food allergies, remember to check their other dietary requirements before choosing a gift.

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Our Dairy Free Celebration Chocolate Assortment

our 500g vegan assorted celebration pralines contains 36 chocolates in a variety of flavours.

The selection includes raspberry, mint, cranberry, strawberry, peach, passion fruit, blueberry and salted caramel, alongside other distinctive combinations.

According to its published product information, the assortment is dairy-free, lactose-free, vegan, gluten-free, soya-free, nut-free and egg-free.

It's a lovely choice for celebrations, sharing with family or surprising someone who enjoys discovering different chocolate flavours.

Dairy-Free Chocolate for Baking

Dairy free chocolate isn't just for enjoying straight from the packet. It can also be used to create delicious homemade desserts.

Our Organic 79% Dark Baking Chocolate offers a pronounced cocoa flavour that works particularly well in rich chocolate recipes.

Break it into smaller pieces for biscuits and brownies, or melt it carefully for suitable desserts and cake mixtures.

Remember that using dairy free chocolate doesn't automatically make an entire recipe dairy-free. Check every other ingredient, including butter, cream and decorating products.

Organic Cocoa Powder for Dairy-Free Recipes

For recipes that call for cocoa powder rather than chocolate, explore our Organic Vegan Cocoa Powder.

Made from organic cocoa beans sourced from Venezuela, it contains 100% cocoa powder with no added sugar or sweeteners.

Its published product information identifies it as dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, soya-free and nut-free.

Use it in homemade chocolate cakes, desserts or hot chocolate prepared with a suitable plant-based drink.

Chocolate for Different Dietary Requirements

Finding chocolate that meets several dietary requirements can sometimes be challenging. People avoiding dairy may also need to consider gluten, nuts, soya or other ingredients.

At Dammenberg, specialist chocolate manufacturing is central to our business. Our products are made without gluten, nuts and eggs, and we offer a substantial selection of dairy-free and vegan chocolates.

Our range includes products that accommodate several dietary requirements simultaneously, making it easier to choose suitable chocolate without compromising on flavour.

However, individual ingredients and dietary classifications should always be checked before purchasing.

Dairy Free and Vegan Chocolate: What's the Difference?

Dairy-free and vegan describe different dietary requirements, even though many chocolates meet both.

Dairy free chocolate is made without milk ingredients. Vegan chocolate excludes animal-derived ingredients more broadly, including dairy and honey.

Our range includes many products that meet both classifications, allowing customers to enjoy plant-based chocolate without conventional milk ingredients.

However, always check the individual product's specifications rather than assuming every dairy free product is vegan.

Dairy Free vs Lactose Free Chocolate

Dairy free chocolate and lactose free chocolate aren't the same thing.

Lactose is a naturally occurring sugar found in milk. Lactose free products may still contain milk proteins and other dairy ingredients.

By contrast, dairy free chocolate is formulated without dairy ingredients.

Understanding this distinction is particularly important when choosing chocolate for someone with a milk allergy rather than lactose intolerance.

Is Dairy Free Chocolate Suitable for People with Milk Allergies?

Milk allergy and lactose intolerance are different conditions. Milk allergy involves an immune response to milk proteins, while lactose intolerance is a digestive difficulty involving lactose.

Although dairy free chocolate is made without milk ingredients, the recipe alone doesn't establish whether a product is suitable for someone with a milk allergy.

Allergen management and the possibility of unintended contamination during manufacturing also matter.

Always check the latest ingredient and allergen information on the packaging. If you're uncertain about a particular product, contact us before purchasing.

How We Approach Allergen-Free Chocolate Manufacturing

Our experience in special-diet chocolate production has shaped the way we approach ingredients, recipes and manufacturing.

We understand that customers managing food allergies need accurate information, not simply attractive packaging or reassuring marketing claims.

Cross contamination is particularly important when manufacturing products for people with allergies. It can occur when traces of an allergen accidentally enter food during production.

The UK's official allergen-labelling guidance explains that free-from claims require appropriate controls to prevent allergen cross-contamination.

Finnish chocolate expertise since 1994

Our story began in Tampere, Finland, in 1994. Since 2003, our family business has been led by Marko and Kirsi Iso-Kungas.

Marko is a qualified food engineer, while Kirsi is a nurse specialising in allergies. Their professional backgrounds have helped shape our approach to developing chocolate for people with different dietary requirements.

Today, we manufacture chocolate at our factory in Lempäälä. Since 2017, we've also roasted our own cocoa beans, giving us greater control over flavour and quality.

Learn more about our history and manufacturing approach on our About Us page..

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Quality Begins in Our Own Factory

Our chocolates are manufactured at our own factory in Lempäälä, Finland. Maintaining control over production is an important part of our approach to quality and product development.

In 2017, we introduced our own cocoa-bean roasting operation, allowing us to oversee more of the chocolate-making process.

This gives us greater control over the development of flavour, ingredient handling and finished-product quality.

Our aim is straightforward: to create chocolate that meets our quality expectations while accommodating different dietary requirements.

Dairy Free Chocolate Gift Boxes

Chocolate makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries or simply showing someone that you care.

Our dairy-free collection offers several ways to create a present, whether you choose individual chocolate bars, pralines or a larger assortment.

For someone with food allergies, selecting suitable chocolate can require additional care. Clear product information helps you find gifts that match the recipient's dietary requirements.

If you are unsure about a particular ingredient or allergen, contact us before placing your order.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dairy-Free Chocolate

Is Dark Chocolate Always Dairy-Free?

No. Some dark chocolate contains milk powder, butterfat or other dairy ingredients.

Always check the ingredients and allergen information rather than relying solely on the cocoa percentage.

Does Dairy Free Chocolate Taste Different?

The flavour depends on the recipe, cocoa percentage and additional ingredients.

Our collection includes sweeter rice-based chocolates, fruity combinations and rich dark chocolate, giving you plenty of different tastes to explore.

Is Dairy Free Chocolate Healthier?

Not necessarily. Removing dairy doesn't automatically reduce a chocolate's sugar, fat or calorie content.

Compare the nutritional information of individual products according to your dietary needs.

Higher cocoa content in dairy-free chocolate may support blood vessel function and blood flow. In addition, vegan chocolate can be lower in calories than dairy chocolate. Dairy-free chocolate can help clear up skin flare-ups for people prone to dairy-triggered inflammation. Eliminating dairy prevents bloating and digestive discomfort for those with lactose intolerance.

Is Dairy-Free Chocolate Suitable for Vegans?

Not automatically. Dairy-free chocolate excludes milk ingredients, but it could contain other animal-derived ingredients.

If you follow a vegan diet, choose products specifically identified as vegan and check their ingredients.

Does Dairy-Free Chocolate Contain Palm Oil?

Some dairy-free chocolate contains palm oil, while other recipes use cocoa butter or alternative plant-based fats.

If you prefer palm oil free chocolate, check the ingredients of each product rather than assuming that every dairy-free or vegan chocolate meets this requirement.

Where Can I Buy Dairy-Free Chocolate?

You can buy delicious dairy-free chocolate directly from our online store. Our collection includes rich dark chocolate bars, fruity pralines, organic chocolates and a selection of vegan treats, all made with care at our own chocolate factory in Finland.

Browse our dairy-free chocolate collection, discover your favourite flavours and order chocolates for yourself or as a thoughtful gift.

Discover Your Favourite Dairy-Free Chocolate

Whether you're looking for rich dark chocolate, fruity pralines, baking ingredients or a beautiful gift box, explore our selection of dairy free chocolates.

We combine carefully developed recipes with decades of Finnish chocolate-making experience to create chocolate for different tastes and dietary requirements.

Find your favourites, check the product information and enjoy delicious chocolate made without dairy.

Important product information: Our online product descriptions provide ingredient, nutritional and dietary information. Always check it before consumption, particularly if you have a food allergy.

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Content owner: Dammenberg

Sources: About Dammenberg, Organic Raspberry Chocolate, Organic Mint Dark Chocolate, Organic Strawberry Dark Chocolate, Vegan Celebration Assortment, 56% Cranberry Dark Chocolate Praline, - 79% Dark Baking Chocolate and Organic Cocoa Powder..

Allergen information: The latest product packaging is the definitive source for ingredients and allergens.