Is it possible to adapt indydebi's buttercream to make it dairy free? What can I use to replace the milk and the Dream Whip? I hear so many good things about this icing, but i need dairy free. TIA 
Replace the milk with water and the Dream Whip with meringue powder?
Dream Whip is truly non-dairy (no caseinate/milk protein).
Here are the ingredients:
http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/Products/ProductInfoDisplay.aspx?SiteId=1&Product=4300025908
Since indydebi has stated that the milk replaces some of the fat lost to Crisco's new formulation, I'd replace it with either coconut, soy or rice milk not water.
Another non-dairy thread:
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-592777-.html
HTH
I have great success making it using the Dream Whip, hi ratio shortening and water. I start it mixing with the favorings, salt, Dream Whip and hot water to dissolve the salt qnd Dream Whip powder. Add the shortening and mix it until the liquid is absorbed, then add and the sugar and mix for 1 minute. Increase mixer speed to 4 and mix 10 minutes, reduce mixer speed to 1 and mix for 5 minutes.
This is the best buttercream recipe ever.
Thanks all for your answers! will have to try it soon
Dream Whip is truly non-dairy (no caseinate/milk protein).
Here are the ingredients:
http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/Products/ProductInfoDisplay.aspx?SiteId=1&Product=4300025908
HTH
No it's NOT! Read those lables on the actual packages!!! It contains sodium casienate(from milk) I don't know why the lable on their site says otherwise, perhaps it is old and need updateing-or new and the old product is still on the shelves.
Now I am bummed I was really looking forward to it! Whaaaaaa 
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No it's NOT! Read those lables on the actual packages!!! It contains sodium casienate(from milk) I don't know why the lable on their site says otherwise, perhaps it is old and need updateing-or new and the old product is still on the shelves.
Thanks for posting that critical bit of info, sadsmile. 
Think I'm going to call Kraft and let them know their website has incorrect info.
Can you taste the Dream Whip in this icing or is it used for texture? I've been wanting to try it but don't like the taste of Dream Whip.
I've used Dream Whip in other b/c recipes, and didn't think it added a discernible flavor... Yes, the Dream Whip acts as an emulsifier/stabilizer to improve the icing's texture.
HTH
Then is there something else I can use instead of Dream Whip?
WHY CAN YOU NOT USE NON DAIRY CREAM POWDER INSTEAD?
Replace the milk with water and the Dream Whip with meringue powder?
Meringue powder contains dairy ingredients.
WHY CAN YOU NOT USE NON DAIRY CREAM POWDER INSTEAD?
Because both non-dairy powdered and liquid creamers contain Sodium Caseinate (milk protein).
For more info on what's really in non-dairy products:
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-592777-.html
HTH
Replace the milk with water and the Dream Whip with meringue powder?
Meringue powder contains dairy ingredients.
Dairy products are generally defined as foodstuffs produced from milk.
Meringue powder is made from dried egg whites, sugar and stabilizers. 
HTH
So i guess i can use rice milk and meringue powder. can't wait to try it!
Try soy milk or even Silk soy coffee creamer. Soy tastes better than rice. Almond milk is also very good.
But I always buy the cartons in the dairy section nect to real milk that must be refrigerated.
The small cartons on the regular shelf that can be stuck int he pantry till you open it and then has to be refrigerated IMO_all taste gross no matter what brand.
IF dang stuff says NON Dairy then it should be NON dairy.......its kinda like people saying cake is ok for diabetics if they use splenda......they forgot about carbs I guess.......thats why I want all the sugar and fat I can get hahaha before they say I can't have it..........oh well.............it just goes to tell ya, its always sumfin
Replace the milk with water and the Dream Whip with meringue powder?
Meringue powder contains dairy ingredients.
Dairy products are generally defined as foodstuffs produced from milk.
Meringue powder is made from dried egg whites, sugar and stabilizers.
HTH
Wilton's meringue powder contains: "...Calcium Sulfate (milk product)..." Quoted directly from the can.
I had to avoid using it when making treats for my son's class last year because there were 2 kids with dairy allergies. Perhaps not all brands have this ingredient? I don't know, I've only ever used Wilton's.
Wilton's meringue powder contains: "...Calcium Sulfate (milk product)..." Quoted directly from the can.
The info on Wilton's meringue powder I found stated the following as ingredients...
Corn starch, egg whites, sugar, gum arabic (emulsifier), calcium sulfate, citric acid, cream of tartar, silicon dioxide (anticaking agent), and artificial flavors:
http://tinyurl.com/ye3rt5y
Does your label state "(milk product)" or did you add that ?
I'm confused because Calcium Sulfate is a naturally occuring mineral that can also be chemically synthesized. It's found in everything from cattle feed, to tofu (coagulating agent) and processed vegetables.
http://tinyurl.com/y96h438
It's uses include:
anti-caking agent
color and coloring adjunct
dough strengthener
drying agent
firming agent
flour treating agent
formulation aid
leavening agent
nutrient supplement
pH control agent
processing aid
stabilizer and thickener
synergist
texturizer
Found in these food product categories:
baked goods
confections and frostings
frozen dairy desserts and mixes
gelatins and puddings
grain products and pastas
processed vegetables
and other food categories
Chemical composition of whole milk:
(11% calcium not calcium sulfate.)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milk
Dairy-Free Calcium Sources:
Firm tofu (must be made with calcium sulfate)
http://tinyurl.com/5oxb2d
http://tinyurl.com/yb88vlx
http://tinyurl.com/yanl77b
If you're still concerned, here are some meringue powders which don't contain calcium sulfate...
Kitchen Krafts meringue powder includes sugar, starch, egg white and vegetable gums:
http://tinyurl.com/y9or6xd
Prepared Panty meringue powder includes sugar, egg whites, corn starch, ammonium aluminum, salt, cellulose gum, gum arabic, and artificial flavor.
http://tinyurl.com/ydu2g3f
You can purchase calcium sulfate online:
(For non-food uses, such as a bath soak.)
http://www.theherbarie.com/Calcium-Sulfate-pr-316.html
It's also interesting to note that lactic acid doesn't contain lactose:
http://tinyurl.com/yczfsoe
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lactic_acid
HTH
Does your label state "(milk product)" or did you add that ?
No, the label actually says "(milk product)" - parentheses included. I didn't add it. I don't know enough about dairy-free-ness 
to know the difference, so I will defer to and trust anyone with better info than I have. I just avoided it in the past for dairy-free people. It was easy enough to not use.
I just got off the phone with a Wilton representative...
The calcium sulfate is the mineral, the labels were misprinted with "(milk product)" - there is no dairy in Wilton's meringue powder so it is safe for people with milk allergies/sensitivities.
HTH
Thanks for doing the "legwork!" I wish I would have known this last year!
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