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5 Best Vegan Substitutes for Half and Half Substitutes: Best

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This article covers the 5 best vegan substitutes for half and half, including full-fat coconut milk, oat milk creamer, cashew cream, soy milk with oil, and almond milk creamer. Each substitute is explained with a 1:1 ratio, best use cases, and key tradeoffs. Guidance is provided for coffee, baking, soups, and sauces.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 recipe
Course: Substitutes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Full-Fat Coconut Milk 1:1 ratio, best for soups, sauces, and baking
  • 1 Oat Milk Creamer 1:1 ratio, best for coffee and light sauces
  • 1 Cashew Cream 1:1 ratio, best for creamy soups and pasta sauces; soak 1 cup cashews, blend with 1 cup water
  • 1 Soy Milk with Oil 1:1 ratio, best for baking; add 1 tablespoon neutral oil per cup of soy milk
  • 1 Almond Milk Creamer 1:1 ratio, best for coffee and light desserts

Method
 

  1. Choose your substitute based on the dish type and desired flavor match.
  2. Prepare the substitute as directed: adjust ratios and prep as noted for each option.
  3. Apply the substitution ratio carefully. Start with the stated amount and adjust to taste.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Some substitutes shift flavor or texture slightly.

Notes

  • Full-fat coconut milk is the most versatile option and works across cooking, baking, and coffee applications.
  • For a homemade vegan half and half, blend equal parts full-fat coconut milk and unsweetened soy milk for roughly 10% fat content.

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