Gluten-Free Soy-Free Recipes

December 18, 2015February 14, 2016

Deconstructed Gluten Free Oreo Peppermint Cookies

Whether you love Oreos or Thin Mints, you’ll love these gluten free Christmas cookies. I’ve taken my Gluten Free Oreo Cookie Recipe and covered them with a similar creamy white glaze and topped them with finely crushed gluten free candy canes. If desired, dip these delicious cookies in chocolate flavored with mint extract to make Gluten Free Christmas Thin Mints! Happy holidays! ~ Carla Continue reading “Deconstructed Gluten Free Oreo Peppermint Cookies”

December 17, 2015February 14, 2016

Naked Gluten Free Japanese Christmas Cake Recipe

In Japan, on Christmas Eve, they traditionally serve Christmas cake, made of sponge cake, covered in whipped cream and topped with strawberries. Sometimes it was decorated with chocolate or Santa Clause. It was a symbol of Western modernity and a high social status as they were expensive. Since it’s inception, these cakes have become affordable. They are also available in multiple variations, not just whipped cream and strawberries. I knew nothing about this tradition until Julie asked me for a sponge cake recipe so that one of her sons could make a gluten free Japanese Christmas Cake covered in Cool Whip for school. I forwarded her my Recipe for Gluten Free Sponge Cake. Continue reading “Naked Gluten Free Japanese Christmas Cake Recipe”

December 15, 2015September 18, 2017

Sturdy Whipped Cream Frosting and Filling

I have found that sometimes you need a sweetened whipped cream that will withstand being topped with a layer of cake. There are two methods you can use, both of which I share with you. In addition, I share my own discovery. Continue reading “Sturdy Whipped Cream Frosting and Filling”

December 14, 2015April 5, 2017

Gluten Free Gingerbread Christmas Tree

Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookie Christmas Tree

I’ve never been a fan of gingerbread cookies or houses when I consumed gluten, probably because people like to make them sturdy, which means dry in my book. This recipe is pretty sturdy, but moist inside. I love them. Last year, you couldn’t stop me and my husband from grabbing a piece of the gluten free gingerbread house I made using the same recipe. Delish! However, houses are a lot of work. Why not make a tree instead? If you’re ambitioius, make both! Continue reading “Gluten Free Gingerbread Christmas Tree”

December 9, 2015May 2, 2021

Gluten Free Brunch Waffles

Gluten Free Waffles, Greek Yogurt, Fruit and Chocolate or Fruit Puree

Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to serve at a brunch or to your family, this decadent concoction, will do the trick. Not only can you use chocolate syrup and bananas, but other fruit as well as fruit purees as a sauce. The waffle recipe (see below link) is raved about by many. They’re so light! Continue reading “Gluten Free Brunch Waffles”

December 8, 2015March 22, 2022

Traditional Gluten Free Panettone Recipe

I recently made a large-size Gluten Free Panettone (pronounced pan uh tony) in an angel food cake pan. Panettone is a rich, buttery Italian yeast-cake prepared during the Christmas season. I usually make panettone more like bread than cake as I did in the above recipe link. That version has a crunchy crust, much like homemade bread. However, I figured that many of you would prefer to have a traditional recipe with a soft, buttery texture. Continue reading “Traditional Gluten Free Panettone Recipe”

December 7, 2015April 14, 2021

Gluten Free Sacher Torte (Sachertorte) – Rich Chocolate Cake

Gluten Free Sacher Torte & Whipped Cream

I used to see the word “Sacher” written so elegantly on tops of small chocolate cakes and wondered what it was made of. I grew up and got married and took my husband’s name, Spacher. I always wanted to buy a sacher just so it looked like our last name. I finally did and fell in love with them! Continue reading “Gluten Free Sacher Torte (Sachertorte) – Rich Chocolate Cake”

December 2, 2015April 5, 2017

Gluten Free Panettone Recipe (Italian Christmas Bread)

Panettone is a sweet, light-weight, Italian bread containing dried or glazed fruit. Unlike fruitcake, it is not heavy. It contains butter, making it richer than traditional bread. I didn’t add tons of butter to this recipe though you may if you desire. I like mine to taste a little like bread versus dessert. Continue reading “Gluten Free Panettone Recipe (Italian Christmas Bread)”

December 1, 2015October 16, 2019

Gluten Free Puff Pastry Dough Recipe + Video

This is another recipe from my upcoming cookbook, Carla’s Best 125 Gluten-Free Recipes. The recipe testers who made this gluten free puff pastry stated that the dough is easy to work with and is worth the effort. I use it to make both sweet and savory recipes. Continue reading “Gluten Free Puff Pastry Dough Recipe + Video”

November 30, 2015February 15, 2016

Gluten Free Chocolate Turtles

I love chocolate turtles! I haven’t had one since about 1999. Making these homemade turtles were fun, as this was the first time I made them. There are plenty of different ways to make them. You can use chopped pecans, pecan halves, as well as whole pecans. I used roasted coffee beans for the heads, but you can use pecans. Meanwhile, enjoy these luscious candies or give them as gifts. Continue reading “Gluten Free Chocolate Turtles”