Is Sugar Shortbread Cookies Dairy Free?


Ingredients
BLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), POWDERED SUGAR (SUGAR, CORN STARCH), PALM OIL SHORTENING, MARGARINE (PALM OIL, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [PRESERVATIVE], VITAMIN A PALMITATE), EGGS, WATER, NONFAT DRY MILK, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL BUTTER FLAVOR (WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVE], BHT [PRESERVATIVE], TOCOPHEROLS [PRESERVATIVE], ANNATTO EXTRACT COLOR), SALT, BAKING SODA, CORN SYRUP, CREAM OF TARTAR, ARTIFICIAL VANILLA FLAVOR (WATER, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID), ORANGE SANDING SUGAR (SUGAR, SHELLAC GLAZE, FD&C YELLOW #6)
What is a Dairy Free diet?
A dairy-free diet eliminates all foods made from or containing milk and milk-derived ingredients, such as butter, cheese, yogurt, and cream. It's essential for people with lactose intolerance, milk allergies, or those who prefer plant-based alternatives. Common dairy substitutes include almond, soy, oat, and coconut-based milks and cheeses. While dairy is a major source of calcium and vitamin D, these nutrients can be replaced through fortified foods or supplements. Many people find going dairy-free helps reduce digestive issues, acne, or inflammation, but balance and proper nutrient intake remain key for long-term health.


