30 Best Gluten-Free Dessert Recipes to Make Tonight
Including no-bake, vegan, and dairy-free options.
Some associate gluten-free desserts with crumbly cookies and cakes that fall apart after a single bite. But we are here to say that such is not the case when you choose the right recipes that specifically cater to a gluten-free diet — so you aren't swapping all-purpose flour for almond or coconut at abandon. You can serve these quick desserts after a delicious gluten-free meal and even repurpose some for Passover treats or kid-friendly snacks. Each of these gluten-free dessert recipes is easy to prepare, so you can enjoy a slice of flourless cake or a scoop of no-churn ice cream on a weeknight.
A gluten-free diet excludes all foods that contain gluten, a protein found in wheat and other grains. This means that many of your go-to baked goods may no longer be on the table for a sweet treat after dinner. However, there are plenty of gluten-free alternatives that take chocolate classics, fruity favorites, and brilliant bars and turn them into allergy-friendly delights the gluten-sensitive (and everyone else) can enjoy. So, if someone at home is allergic to gluten, take a look at these simple gluten-free dessert ideas for your next holiday dinner or birthday celebration. They'd also be perfect for a Mother's Day dessert or Father's Day cake if mom and dad avoid gluten.
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Elizabeth Berry is the editorial assistant for WomansDay.com, where she writes and edits lifestyle content. When she isn’t assisting with day-to-day editorial needs, Elizabeth is baking dairy-free cakes, reading books, or strolling through nature.
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