Category: Gluten Free Frosting Recipes

Gluten free frosting recipes from traditional to raw, and some are even dairy-free or paleo.

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Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake Recipe and Smooth Cream Cheese Frosting

Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

Have you ever heard of a hummingbird cake before? Well, it’s making a comeback! It’s a very old classic that was “boss” (very cool, terrific) back in the day. In 1968, the Jamaican tourist board began sending out press releases to the United States including a couple of their local recipes, one of which was the Doctor Bird Cake, later changed to a number of different names in America including “the cake that doesn’t last” and “hummingbird cake” (The Doctor Bird was an actual bird much like the hummingbird.) Continue reading “Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake Recipe and Smooth Cream Cheese Frosting”

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Gluten Free Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing

Gluten Free Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing

I thought for a change, rather than traditional cream cheese icing, you may desire a different choice. You can never go wrong with more chocolate. This icingĀ is not super sweet. So, feel free to add additional confectioners’ sugar, if you choose. Enjoy!

If you’re interested in the recipe for the cupcakes, see Gluten Free Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe.

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Gluten Free Marshmallow Cream – Frosting or Filling

Chocolate Cupcakes Topped with Gluten Free Marshmallow Frosting

A quick and easy way to make delicious and fluffy gluten free marshmallow cream to use as a frostingĀ or filling is to use a gluten-free brand such as Marshmallow Fluff. However, you can make it at home from scratch (see below recipe). This way, you can be certain of what it contains and know that it is 100% free of gluten. Kids love this stuff!
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One Layer Gluten Free Chocolate Cake with Almond Coffee Frosting

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake with Almond Coffee Frosting

This is a wonderful size cake to make when you’re only having one or two guests over or have a small family. I like to make small cakes so that I am not tempted to continually eat sweets. The combination of the coffee almond frosting and chocolate cake creates a mocha sensation to rock your world. This gluten free chocolate cake is decadently moist and chocolaty. Continue reading “One Layer Gluten Free Chocolate Cake with Almond Coffee Frosting”

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How to Make Grass Frosting & Gluten Free Green Frosting Recipe

Easter Gluten Free Cupcakes with Green Grass Frosting

Easter is a month away, but I wanted to provide you with this frosting recipe and instructions on how to make grass frosting ahead of time. I’m in the Easter spirit already. This way, you have plenty of time to have your supplies on hand when Easter arrives. You can even practice beforehand. Be sure to check out the video from Wilton below the recipe. I hope you have fun! Continue reading “How to Make Grass Frosting & Gluten Free Green Frosting Recipe”

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Gluten Free Royal Icing Recipe used for Decorating

Image: Royal Icing Decorated Cookies

Royal icing is hard white icing often used for decorating. It can also be made soft by adding glycerin. The only difference between regular and gluten-free royal icing recipe are the brand you use to make it. I have included the brands that meet the guidelines for gluten-free labeling. Royal icing isn’t always easy to make because you need to reach the correct consistency for the best results. I have included some tips to make your job easier. The decorations made from this icing can keep for months. Enjoy and have fun! Continue reading “Gluten Free Royal Icing Recipe used for Decorating”

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Gluten Free Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe (Corn- and Dairy-Free Options)

Image: Carrot Cake with Gluten Free Cream Cheese Frosting

You can tailor this frosting to your liking. If you enjoy plenty of tanginess, add some lemon zest. When using to frost a chocolate cake, add vanilla extract. Either way, it makes for a delicious frosting.

I recently used this frosting for my gluten free chocolate cake, and everyone loved it. Of course, it also goes great with my gluten free carrot cake or gluten free dark chocolate cupcakes. Continue reading “Gluten Free Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe (Corn- and Dairy-Free Options)”