These gluten-free desserts will satisfy every sweet tooth! From cakes to pie, cookies to cheesecake, you'll find a delicious gluten-free recipe to make. Some of them are even better than their traditional match. Our favorites are the Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies and Peanut Butter Cup Tart. No more missing out on dessert!
There’s so much to love about these gluten-free desserts, you might not even know they’re gluten-free! Some are classics with just a few ingredient swaps, some are naturally gluten-free, and others are completely unique.
A few staple ingredients are used often in gluten-free desserts, and are good to have on hand.
Making gluten-free desserts isn’t difficult, but there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind to make sure things turn out as expected.
Measuring your ingredients by using a digital scale instead of using cups to measure is the most accurate way to bake. The reason being that not all ingredients weigh the same amount. And because gluten free flours are particularly fine and powdery, measuring a cup of a gluten free flour by volume can vary WIDELY. Precise measurements are incredibly valuable when baking, which comes down to a lot of science and chemical reactions.
Mix dough more than you think. Yes, this is counterintuitive! With traditional baking, you’re warned to not overmix otherwise goods become tough and flat. That is simply the effect of overworking gluten, but since there is not gluten in gf baking, that isn’t an issue. In fact, mixing more actually helps gluten-free batter and dough have air lifted into them and it creates structure.
If your recipe is batter based, like this Gluten Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, let the dough/batter rest for 15-20 minutes after mixing if possible. This is because gluten-free flours and starches need more time to absorb liquid than regular flour. Your recipe will turn out with a better structure if you let the batter rest.
Below you’ll find no-bake gluten-free dessert recipes too, if that’s more your style!
Any of these desserts would be a great addition to birthday celebrations, the holidays, or just your every day sweets craving! And they’re the perfect finish to one of these satisfying Gluten-Free Dinner recipes.
Creamy vanilla mini cheesecakes with a mango topping makes for the most refreshing dessert! You make them in muffin liners for individual bites that are perfect for parties.
These tasty gluten-free rhubarb bars a fruity raspberry rhubarb filling in between an oat crust and oat crumble topping. They're an absolutely delicious way to bake with rhubarb!
This creamy no-bake vanilla cheesecake has the softest hint of lavender and lemon. The chilled cheesecake is then topped with a jammy blueberry sauce that's bursting with flavor.
A vanilla and chocolate swirled gluten-free pound cake, that has a rich and buttery crumb. The marble appearance is beautiful! An easy to make, everyday cake.
This instant pot pumpkin cheesecake is perfect for fall, incredibly smooth and creamy! The instant pot cooks it gently and prevents the cheesecake from cracking.
This homemade gluten-free rhubarb crisp has an oat and brown sugar topping! The rhubarb turns sweet and jammy in the oven. Easy to make and can be baked in the oven or on the grill.
Thin, lacy crepes are layered with cocoa hazelnut cream to make this delicious gluten-free chocolate crepe cake. Easier to make than you'd think, as the crepe batter is made in a blender, and the cooked crepes are stacked with the pastry cream in between!
This big gluten-free tahini chocolate chip cookie is baked in a skillet and becomes gooey in the oven with crinkled edges and melted chocolate. The nutty flavor from tahini really sets this cookie apart!
An incredibly delicious gluten-free and vegan Peanut Butter Cup Tart with a rich chocolate ganache and easy press in crust. This is a no-bake dessert that everyone loves!
Homemade tart cherry pie with a foolproof gluten free crust that's buttery and flaky. The cherries bake into a delicious jammy fruit filling. Top with ice cream for the perfect dessert!
A homemade gluten-free apple pie with a buttery, flaky crust with tart and sweet apples inside. This gluten-free pie crust rolls out beautifully, and tastes just like regular pie crust.
This easy baked rice pudding is super creamy and comforting, no stirring on the stovetop. Made with jasmine or basmati rice, and topped with jammy tart cherries in their own sauce.
A tender, flavorful pistachio cake with notes of cardamom, made in a loaf pan. The nutty, buttery crumb is so lovely! Topped with a lightly sweetened cream cheese frosting.
These gluten-free sugar cookies are so easy to make and the dough doesn't have to be chilled! The cookies hold their shape perfectly as they bake and do not spread, which is important for cut-outs. Finish them with a fluffy buttercream frosting.
Instead of using chocolate, dip strawberries in coconut butter for a creamy, delicious treat. Sprinkled with crushed pistachios, this is an easy vegan dessert.
Light and airy gluten-free angle cake made in a muffin tin! Each cake is the perfect serving, and absolutely delicious topped with whipped cream and strawberries.
25 Irresistible Gluten-Free Dessert Recipes + Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
25 gluten-free dessert recipes for any occasion, from cake to pie, cookies to cupcakes plus an easy recipe for flourless peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. Includes a few no-bake gluten-free treats, too!
1/3cup+ 1 tablespoon firmly packed dark brown sugar (do not skip on the amount! this is already a low amount of sugarand i've tried with less and they don't taste right. note: light brown sugar works, but cookies won’t be as brown.)
1large egg, room temperature
3/4teaspoonpure vanilla extract
1tablespoontapioca starch or cornstarch
3/4teaspoonbaking soda
1/4teaspoontable salt + extra flaky salt for sprinkling on top
1/2cupchocolate chips
1/4cupunsweetened shredded coconut
3tablespoonsfinely chopped pecans
1/4cupfinely crushed Corn or Rice Chex or similar cereal
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add peanut butter, brown sugar, and egg to a large glass mixing bowl and mix for 1 1/2 minutes on medium speed (I use a hand mixer).
Add vanilla extract, starch/flour, baking soda and salt, mix on low for 30 seconds. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Using hands or a cookie scoop, make heaping 1-inch dough balls and place on parchment paper. Press down lightly and bake for 5 minutes, then open oven and lightly press cookies down with the back of a spoon.
Bake for another 4-5 minutes, until edges are lightly browned. Remove and let cool on baking sheet for 4-5 minutes, then set on cooling rack.
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This cookie recipe is absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly how it is written, and I look forward to making more of your gluten free dessert recipes!
Sandie
February 8, 2025
This cookie recipe is absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly how it is written, and I look forward to making more of your gluten free dessert recipes!
Amanda Paa
February 8, 2025
so glad you enjoyed them!