Category: Gluten Free Kid-Friendly Recipes

Gluten free recipes which are kid-friendly where vegetables are hidden, flavors are not strong, and plenty of snacks and desserts. They may contain cheese, ketchup and more kids’ favorites.

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Flaky Gluten Free Croissants

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I put off developing a recipe for gluten free croissants for way too long. After multiple requests, here it is! I used my new gluten free phyllo dough recipe. Though it calls for superfine rice flour, I will be experimenting in the future with non superfine gluten free flours. I baked them after my husband went to bed one night and left 5 out, loosely covered. with a note stating to have as many as he’d like. I made them with tapioca flour/starch, which I am allergic to. (I had a couple anyways. Oh my!) When I woke up the next morning they were all gone. That night be kept raving them about them. I have never heard him enjoy anything, gluten free, more than these. And he still eats gluten! Meanwhile, I will continue to improve upon this recipe each time I make them. I hope you enjoy them as much we have. Continue reading “Flaky Gluten Free Croissants”

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Gluten Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake

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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”

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Quick Gluten Free Paella (Without Seafood or Chorizo)

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Any paella, including gluten free paella, usually contains chicken along with seafood and chorizo, however, I don’t care for seafood or the gristle in chorizo. I can only find the lower quality chorizo that contains gristle. Therefore, I skipped the seafood and substitute bacon bits for chorizo. To speed things up, I use instant rice in this paella recipe, but you can use regular, short grain rice. Just cook the paella with enough broth to substitute the amount water you would normally use to cook the rice. I didn’t have any saffron, so I skipped it as well. It turned out delicious! I even caught my husband taking a spoonful on his way to place his plate in the sink after our meal was complete. I told him that is one the highest forms of complements he could pay me. I hope you feel the same way. Enjoy! Continue reading “Quick Gluten Free Paella (Without Seafood or Chorizo)”

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Peach Glaze or Peach Compote

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In preparation for my new cake recipe that uses this peach glaze to substitute frosting, I thought I would share it with you now so that I can link to it in the recipe. It has all sorts of uses. You can add cinnamon to it and top ice cream, use it plain, or add hot spices such as cayenne, ginger, and chili powder. Baste your pork and chicken entrees using savory or hot spices. Meanwhile, stay tuned in for my delicious new gluten free cake recipe! Continue reading “Peach Glaze or Peach Compote”

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Chocolate Chantilly – Rich Egg-Free Chocolate Mousse

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The definitions of chantilly is 1. (of cream) flavored whipped cream, usually flavored with vanilla, but it can also be rum or liqueur; and 2. (of food) food prepared or served with whipped cream such as peach chantilly: peaches served with whipped cream which is usually flavored. Chocolate chantilly is a very strong flavored whipped chocolate which contains about 75% cocoa. Because the chocolate is so intense I decided to set some of it aside whip some heavy cream and powdered sugar into it. This enabled me to create a nice layer affect. It creates a beautiful presentation, and once you add whipped cream to the top, it all balances out nicely. With the hot weather we’ve been having, a nice cool dessert that doesn’t have to be baked or cooked long is just perfect. Enjoy! Continue reading “Chocolate Chantilly – Rich Egg-Free Chocolate Mousse”

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Homemade Sweet Potato Chips (Naturally Gluten Free)

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With summertime approaching, and our already warm weather, I am picturing backyard barbecues and picnics on the horizon. What better way to celebrate than with a healthier snack. Rather than reaching for processed potato chips, or expensive natural ones, you can make your own right at home. The great thing about homemade sweet potato chips is that they are lower in carbohydrates compared to regular chips. When making them at home you can use a healthier oil, as well. I use extra virgin olive oil to fry mine. What will you use? Continue reading “Homemade Sweet Potato Chips (Naturally Gluten Free)”

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Caramel Gluten Free Cheesecake with Almond Graham Crust

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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”

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Easy Gluten Free Caramel Fudge Recipe (Corn-Free)

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This is a very old fashioned caramel fudge recipe that has been passed around a lot, but I have made it much easier to make. If you’ve ever made it and run into problems with the sugar clumping as in this example or worse completely hardening where you couldn’t even stir it anymore, then this recipe is for you. Who can’t resist a shortcut, especially if it will prevent the wasting of ingredients, and the time of having to start over? Continue reading “Easy Gluten Free Caramel Fudge Recipe (Corn-Free)”

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Strawberry Rhubarb Dessert Soup (Naturally Gluten Free)

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Decades ago, rhubarb was considered a vegetable. It actually is, but in 1947 it was reclassified as a fruit because that’s what people used it as. No matter the classification, rhubarb complements desserts well as its tartness balances out sweet flavors. This strawberry rhubarb dessert not only makes for a cooling summer treat, but a healthy one. Rhubarb contains Vitamin C, A and potassium. Potassium is a great way to fight the summer’s heat. It definitely adds a splash of color to the table and it’s fairly easy to make. I like it because it’s naturally gluten free. Enjoy! Continue reading “Strawberry Rhubarb Dessert Soup (Naturally Gluten Free)”