Dairy-Free and Delicious at Lindt: A Chocolate Lover's Guide

When it comes to sweets, chocolate is hard to beat. According to one survey by Shopkick in 2022, for 90 percent of American consumers, chocolate is their go-to sweet treat. So, it’s not surprising that the US has the biggest chocolate market in the world.

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The biggest players in the $23.2 billion industry are, of course, companies like Hershey’s and Mars. But chocolatier Lindt is popular, too. In fact, in recent years, the Swiss brand has become known for its indulgent selection of vegan chocolate options. From creamy oat milk bars to decadent truffles, check out some of our favorite dairy-free picks from Lindt below. 

Where is Lindt chocolate from?

Lindt & Sprüngli, Lindt’s parent company, was first formed in the late 1800s when two popular Swiss chocolate companies merged. The first was run by David Sprüngli-Schwarz and his son, Rudolf Sprüngli-Ammann in Zurich, while the second was run by Rodolphe Lindt near the city of Berne. Both were pioneers of the chocolate trade; Sprüngli-Schwarz created the first solid chocolate bar in German-speaking Switzerland, while Lindt was the first to create melting chocolate.

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As a result of this combined expertise, throughout the 20th century, Lindt & Sprüngli created several iconic products. The Lindt Gold Bunny, for example, first hit the shelves in the 1950s, while Lindor truffles were launched in 1967. Today, Lindt & Sprüngli still sells these products through its Lindt brand, as well as plenty of other chocolate bars and candies under many other brands, like Ghirardelli and Russell Stover, in more than 120 countries around the world.

Is Lindt chocolate dairy-free?

Lindt is not a dairy-free company, but it does offer plenty of dairy-free options. It has made dark chocolate products for decades, for example, and in more recent years, it added vegan milk chocolate to its extensive portfolio. In 2021, it first launched creamy oat milk bars across Germany and the UK, and in 2022, it brought vegan options to Canada and the US. In 2023, the famous Swiss chocolatier also launched its first dairy-free, melt-in-your-mouth truffles. 

“We are constantly looking for ways to create chocolate that everyone can enjoy. We are thrilled to bring this new product to US consumers,” Ann Czaja, Lindt Master Chocolatier, said in a statement in 2022.

“Lindt Classic Recipe OatMilk bars will deliver the same smooth, creamy experience as our Lindt Classic Recipe milk chocolate, all without the dairy.”

The best vegan Lindt chocolate bars and truffles

1 Oatmilk Chocolate Truffles

Perfect for sharing over the holiday season, or just keeping all to yourself (no judgment here), these tasty truffles are made with oat milk and come in two varieties: standard and dark. Just like the dairy version, they’re smooth, indulgent, and incredibly creamy. “If you are a vegan and love chocolate, this is the one,” reads one Amazon review.
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2 Vegan Caramel Sea Salt Bar

Caramel and sea salt are a match made in heaven, especially when they’re encased in a bar of Lindt’s signature creamy smooth chocolate (this time made with oat and almond paste). “The combination of sweet and salty is just right as is the long-standing and proven quality of the Lindt name. A big thumbs up,” says one satisfied Amazon customer. 
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3 Vegan Hazelnut Bar

Fans of nutty chocolate will love this decadent bar from Lindt, which is made with “gently roasted hazelnuts” and creamy oat and almond milk chocolate. “Lindt truly knows what they’re doing with chocolate,” says one Amazon review. “This is among the absolute best vegan chocolate bars out there.” Another says that these Lindt bars contain “just the right amount of hazelnuts.”
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4 Vegan Smooth Bar

If you like to keep it simple, opt for Lindt’s Vegan Smooth option. It’s creamy, velvety, and undeniably delicious. “My notoriously picky wife loved this! Very smooth. It was a hit for our family. Despite our best efforts, it did not last until the holiday,” claims one satisfied reviewer. You can also find Lindt’s Classic Recipe OatMilk non-dairy bar on Amazon, which has a similarly smooth texture and indulgent taste.
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5 Dark Chocolate Bars

If you prefer dark chocolate options, Lindt has plenty to choose from. The 70 percent option offers a perfect full-bodied, rich, deep chocolatey flavor without being too bitter. But if you like your dark chocolate really strong, the Swiss company also carries 80 percent, 90 percent, 95 percent, and even 99 percent dark chocolate options.
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Charlotte is a VegNews editor and writer based in sunny Southsea on England’s southern coast.