Elmlea 100% Plant Based Double Cream Alternative. Elmlea plant cream alternatives are 100% plant based, dairy free, gluten free, lactose free and totally free from artificial colours and flavours – suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Use Elmlea Double cream alternative as you would a dairy cream Elmlea Plant Double is our multipurpose cream alternative - whip it up for desserts, pour over pudding or stir in to sauces or pasta to further enrich your cooking.