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Gluten Free Substitution Recipes

Sweetened Condensed Milk Substitute (Gluten-Free Corn-Free Dairy-Free)

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Gluten Free Recipes

If  you’re baking a gluten free dessert and you’re in need of a dairy free substitute for sweetened condensed milk, you’re in luck! This substitute recipe works well in baked bars, cheesecake, fudge, cakes and more, that call for sweetened … finish reading Sweetened Condensed Milk Substitute (Gluten-Free Corn-Free Dairy-Free)

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Egg Yolk Substitute

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Gluten Free Recipes

For my egg-free allergic friends, as well as the dairy-intolerant, I tried quite a few versions of vegan egg yolk substitute recipes today, none of which tasted like egg yolk to me. So, I gotta thinkin’…”What does egg yolk taste … finish reading Egg Yolk Substitute

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Dairy-Free Soy-Free Sour Cream (Gluten-Free)

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Gluten Free Recipes

Finding a gluten-free sour cream that is also dairy-free and soy-free is a difficult task, however, cashews make a great substitute for sour cream. You will find cashews makes great substitutes for cream cheese, ricotta cheese, and cottage cheese. The … finish reading Dairy-Free Soy-Free Sour Cream (Gluten-Free)

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Gluten Free Starch Substitute: Potato, Tapioca, Corn, Arrowroot, Rice

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Gluten Free Recipes

I have been inundated with requests for starch and flour substitutions for my recipes as well as recipes that originate from elsewhere. Today I’ll answer the questions on which gluten free starch substitute to use in different scenarios. Once I write … finish reading Gluten Free Starch Substitute: Potato, Tapioca, Corn, Arrowroot, Rice

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Brown Sugar Substitute

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Gluten Free Recipes

I was recently asked what could be used as a brown sugar substitute. Because of this request and my long overdue task of adding additions to my substitutions category, I’ve decided to address this in depth. If you’re looking for a … finish reading Brown Sugar Substitute

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Gluten Free Xanthan Gum Substitutes

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Gluten Free Recipes

In years past, you’d mainly find xanthan gum and guar gum on most gluten free product labels. Nowadays you’ll find newer ingredients such as arabic gum, formally known as gum arabic. Arabic gum is a natural gum made from the … finish reading Gluten Free Xanthan Gum Substitutes

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What is Xylitol? A Natural Sugar-Free Sweetener That Tastes Like Sugar

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Gluten Free Recipes

I am often asked, “What is xylitol?” from my readers. I am about to use it in another recipe, therefore, I wanted to explain more about it prior to publishing the recipe. I enjoy xylitol, as it tastes just like … finish reading What is Xylitol? A Natural Sugar-Free Sweetener That Tastes Like Sugar

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Gluten Free Corn Free Baking Powder Recipe

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Gluten Free Recipes

Baking powder usually contains cornstarch. For those who are also corn-intolerant, you should note that there is a brand that does not corn made by Hain Foods. It’s called Featherweight Baking Powder. It is gluten free, corn free and sodium … finish reading Gluten Free Corn Free Baking Powder Recipe

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Gluten Free Soy Free Soy Sauce

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Gluten Free Recipes

It’s difficult enough finding a gluten free soy sauce, let alone a gluten free soy free soy sauce. One does exist, though. South River Miso makes a gluten free soy free soy sauce substitute from chickpeas, Miso Tamari, chickpea flavor. … finish reading Gluten Free Soy Free Soy Sauce

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Gluten Free Egg Substitutes

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Gluten Free Recipes

For those who are also completely egg-free, you may find this list of egg substitutes very helpful. There are 3 basic purposes of using egg in a recipe: to moisten, to bind ingredients together, or to leaven (rise). Depending on … finish reading Gluten Free Egg Substitutes

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