Gluten Free Cake Recipes

August 24, 2013October 5, 2013

Gluten Free Financiers (Mini French Tea Cakes)

Financiers (pronounced “fee naun seers” in French) are mini French tea cakes characterized by its almond flour. These gluten free financiers are no different other than it calls for “gluten-free” all-purpose flour. I like to use my all-purpose flour blend as it uses superfine rice flour which does not create a gritty texture, yet it rises high and tastes very close to gluten all-purpose flour. This recipe is made up of primarily flour, almond flour, sugar, and egg whites. I’ve suddenly been on an almond flour kick and egg white kick. They are a healthy choice. I hope you enjoy them. Continue reading “Gluten Free Financiers (Mini French Tea Cakes)”

August 22, 2013September 23, 2014

Gluten Free Flourless Almond Cake

This cake is naturally gluten free and is made with almond flour or ground blanched (skinless) almonds. It is extremely versatile as it can be flavored with almond extract, lemon zest, or orange zest. You can even use vanilla extract if that is all you have on hand. You can also add a bit of baking powder to create a lighter cake versus a pound cake texture. No matter how make this gluten free flourless almond cake, it is a delicious treat. Continue reading “Gluten Free Flourless Almond Cake”

August 20, 2013March 16, 2022

Gluten Free Rainbow Cake

The recipe for this gluten free rainbow cake is also dairy-free. Of course, you will need to use a dairy-free frosting or dairy-free whipped cream (which I do not list below). This cake is great for kids’ parties or to brighten up anyone’s day. The cake is a sponge cake which makes the perfect cake to use with whipped cream. This cake makes a great St. Patrick’s Day recipe because, you know…the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Continue reading “Gluten Free Rainbow Cake”

August 14, 2013July 23, 2016

Gluten Free Blueberry Coffee Cake

This gluten free blueberry coffee cake may be made three different ways. You can use canned blueberry pie filling and layer it as seen in the photo below and add an optional glaze. You can use fresh or frozen blueberries and fold them into the batter. Lastly, once you fold the blueberries into the batter you can top it with the streusel topping recipe I have supplied below. I chose the quickest method, pie filling, and it was delicious. Enjoy this blueberry coffee cake, no matter how you assemble it. I have included instructions on how to bake it in a 9-inch round pan, 9 x 9-inch square pan, or see the tips section for making a larger one in a 9 x 13-inch pan. Continue reading “Gluten Free Blueberry Coffee Cake”

August 13, 2013May 22, 2016

Starch-Free Gum-Free Leavener-Free Gluten Free Cake Recipe

Image: Gluten Free Cake Without Starch and Gums

I am aware that many individuals on a gluten free diet are watching their intake of starch. In addition, some individuals have trouble with gums. This gluten free cake recipe is free of all starch (potato, tapioca, arrowroot, and cornstarch) and gums (xanthan, guar, etc). It is also free of leaveners such as baking soda and baking powder. Obviously, the cake still calls for sugar, which is still high in carbohydrates, but you save a ton of carbs and have added protein from the eggs in this gluten free cake recipe. It is light due to the whipped egg whites that are folded in towards the end. I’m not keen on using rice flour in cakes because it is usually gritty, unless it is a superfine rice flour. For those who still use it, enjoy! Continue reading “Starch-Free Gum-Free Leavener-Free Gluten Free Cake Recipe”

July 21, 2013January 11, 2020

Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwiches

My quest to develop a gluten free ice cream sandwich took much more time than I expected. I first tried to adapt my own moist Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake recipe. I just left out the leaveners. However, it turned out very gummy and too chewy. In my search to adapt a gluten ice cream sandwich recipe, all recipes fell short of my expectations by viewing their photos. I couldn’t even turn to Martha Stewart or Joy of Baking, two of my favorite cooking sites. Continue reading “Gluten Free Ice Cream Sandwiches”

June 19, 2013January 23, 2020

Strawberry Sauce

Just like a dress needs accessories, sometimes a dessert needs a little dressing up, as well. Strawberry sauce has so many uses. You can use it to garnish plain ice cream, cream puffs before you add the top, cheesecake, and more. Use this sauce as a filling for layered cakes or even crepes. Use this strawberry sauce for just about any of your gluten free desserts. Continue reading “Strawberry Sauce”

May 26, 2013February 3, 2021

No-Bake Gluten Free Cheesecake and Crust (Dairy-Free Options)

I know you’re busy. We all are. So, not only can you take a break from complicated recipes, but a no bake one, too. This no bake gluten free cheesecake uses Pamela’s Products cookies in the crust. Though I have listed their Extreme Chocolate Mini Cookies, you can use any flavor you desire. You can spice it up with ginger snaps, chocolate chip or, chocolate chocolate chip. Get creative!

Note: This cheesecake contains no sugar other than the sugar contained in the sweetened condensed milk. Continue reading “No-Bake Gluten Free Cheesecake and Crust (Dairy-Free Options)”

May 21, 2013May 24, 2021

Gluten Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake

I’ve had a number of Facebook fans ask me for a gluten free pineapple upside down cake recipe over the years and I always plan to get right on it, but somehow do not. It’s my husband’s favorite, too! So, finally, yesterday when someone asked me for a recipe again, I developed a recipe immediately and baked it today. It turned out light and high with a perfect, moist texture. I was very pleased. So, without further ado, here is my new gluten free pineapple upside down cake. My husband requests this cake every year for his birthday and he doesn’t even need to eat gluten free. Continue reading “Gluten Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake”

May 13, 2013April 27, 2017

Caramel Gluten Free Cheesecake with Almond Graham Crust

Cheesecake is one of my favorite desserts. However, I’ve been getting a bit more creative as you can just make so many of the same old gluten free cheesecake recipes before you get bored with them. I’m always looking for something different and ran across a Caramel Cheesecake Recipe on the BBC’s website. Though all of the ingredients were listed by weight since the BBC is in Europe, I weighed all of the ingredients and converted into cups for you and made a little change. I hope you enjoy this recipe. Continue reading “Caramel Gluten Free Cheesecake with Almond Graham Crust”