Without the use of white refined starch or gums, the almond crust for this gluten free lemon bar mug dessert recipe is reminiscent of cookie dough. The filling is just like your favorite lemon bars but can be made in the microwave in a few seconds. The crust is also made in the microwave under 1 minute. This is a must-make gluten free recipe and perfect for portion control. There are no leftovers to tempt you! Choose between strawberry, blueberry, and lemon bars. Continue reading “Gluten Free Lemon Bar Mug Dessert with Almond Cookie Dough Crust (or Strawberry or Blueberry)”
How to Make Better Cakes: Soft Sides, Less Brown, Even, and Less Domed
I grew tired of cakes that either domed too high or were too brown and dry on the sides. In search of a solution, I came across Wilton’s Bake Even Strips. However, you can make your own at home. I actually prefer the homemade method because you can make customize the size. Continue reading to learn how. It really works! Continue reading “How to Make Better Cakes: Soft Sides, Less Brown, Even, and Less Domed”
Gluten Free Strawberry Cake Recipe (All Natural) 4” or 8”
My gluten-eating neighbors not only raved about this cake but asked for the recipe. You know it’s good when this occurs! You can easily double this and make a larger cake in an angel food cake pan like the other Gluten Free Chiffon Cake Recipes. (Be sure to follow their cooling instructions.) Angel food cake pans create a fluffier cake. However, if you prefer a layer cake or don’t have an angel food cake pan, an 8-inch spring-form pan or two round cake pans work too. Top and layer with strawberry whipped cream or Ermine Frosting for dairy-free and egg-free. Continue reading “Gluten Free Strawberry Cake Recipe (All Natural) 4” or 8””
Strawberry Whipped Cream Recipe
I’ve been working on a Gluten Free Strawberry Cake Recipe. I frosted the last cake with this naturally colored and flavored fresh strawberry whipped cream recipe. It took a lot of adding more of this and that, but it was worth the time. When my hubby tasted it he said, “It tastes like a strawberry!” I asked him if it was sweet enough. He replied, “It’s perfect.” I hope you think so too. Enjoy! Continue reading “Strawberry Whipped Cream Recipe”
Vegan Gluten Free Muffins – High in Complete Protein – 10+ g Protein Per Muffin
Delicious, complete protein vegan gluten free muffins with over 10 grams of protein per muffin. These tender and flavorful muffins are low in unrefined sugar and contain no gums, corn, soy, dairy, egg, seeds, nuts, oats, tapioca, arrowroot, and yeast. With one simple change, these muffins may also be made grain-free. Add your desired mix-in whether it be berries, nuts, or chocolate chips. May also be made non-vegan. Continue reading “Vegan Gluten Free Muffins – High in Complete Protein – 10+ g Protein Per Muffin”
Gluten Free Ermine Frosting – Flour Buttercream – Boiled Milk Frosting (Dairy-Free Options)
With its multiple names, this gluten free ermine frosting is an old-fashioned sweet buttercream recipe that calls for flour and milk. Ermine frosting is the original icing used to frost red velvet cake. You use flour and milk. Flour buttercream (aka ermine frosting) is the original icing used to frost red velvet cake. You use flour and boiled milk to create a sturdy frosting texture. While this recipe is not well-known, it is silky in texture and a little soft, but sturdy enough to pipe. It is perfect for those with allergies to egg. Boiled milk frosting (aka ermine frosting) is also great for those who wish to avoid internationally known buttercreams or American Buttercream. Continue reading “Gluten Free Ermine Frosting – Flour Buttercream – Boiled Milk Frosting (Dairy-Free Options)”
German Buttercream Recipe (With an Egg-Free & Dairy-Free Version)
German buttercream has gotten a bad name for being too soft to pipe or use to frost cakes, but it’s not so! Use this soft, creamy goodness on refrigerated cakes or as a filling for donuts, cakes, and cupcakes. You start with pastry cream and end up with an amazing, rich buttercream. It doesn’t even taste like buttercream. This German buttercream recipe is much better! It tastes like pastry cream. Continue reading “German Buttercream Recipe (With an Egg-Free & Dairy-Free Version)”
Gluten Free Pastry Cream Whole Eggs
While Gluten Free Pastry Cream Using Egg Yolks is richer and smoother, this gluten free pastry cream using whole eggs is much thicker. It tastes much like vanilla pudding, but without that flour texture. Use as a filling or to make German Buttercream. Continue reading “Gluten Free Pastry Cream Whole Eggs”
Dairy Free Matcha Pudding
If you enjoy the flavor of matcha tea, you’ll love this dairy free matcha pudding. It tastes great with a garnish of grated dark chocolate or chocolate chips. While it is made with coconut milk, it contains no coconut flavor. Its rich and creamy texture and slight almond flavor just may pique the curiosity of non-matcha tea drinkers. Continue reading “Dairy Free Matcha Pudding”
Swiss Meringue Buttercream (with Dairy-Free and Egg-Free Substitutes)
You will find swiss meringue buttercream (aka Swiss buttercream) recipes with or without corn syrup. Without using corn syrup, you can whip up this version and flavor it with mint extract and natural food coloring or as you desire. It is silky smooth and creamy. Continue reading “Swiss Meringue Buttercream (with Dairy-Free and Egg-Free Substitutes)”

