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    Oat Flour Chocolate Cake

    March 25, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 9 Comments

    A white plate holds a slice of oat flour chocolate cake with a fork alongside.

    This perfect gluten-free oat flour chocolate cake is so fluffy and moist. A hint of strong coffee, buttermilk, olive oil, and brown sugar helps to create a beautiful, fork-tender crumb in every bite. Frost this cake with chocolate buttercream, or simply dust slices with powdered sugar and serve with scoops of vanilla ice cream. This […]

    Gluten Free Lemon and Poppyseed Cake

    March 22, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A lemon and poppyseed cake cake on a white plate.

    You'll love making this soft, gorgeously tender gluten free lemon and poppyseed cake all throughout spring or anytime the mood strikes! Bright, fresh lemon juice brings sweet-tart flavor to offset crunchy poppyseeds in this gluten free bundt cake that's lovely with a few strawberries or a pile of whipped cream. Lemon and poppyseed cake is […]

    Oat Flour Recipes

    March 20, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 3 Comments

    A piece of lemon and poppyseed cake next to a bundt cake.

    Oat flour is the gluten-free flour I reach for most often when baking gluten-free! It's wholesome, forgiving, and just works in so many recipes. Check out my favorite oat flour recipes below! Oat Flour Is the Best Whether you're new to gluten-free baking or already love experimenting with alternative flours, I hope you'll give oat […]

    How to Make Oat Flour

    March 19, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A close up of oat flour in a food processor.

    Nutritious whole grain oat flour is one of the best gluten free flours you can use in baking! Here's how to make oat flour at home, plus some great ideas of how to use it once you've got it stashed in the pantry. How to Make Oat Flour Got a food processor or blender? That's […]

    Are Oats Gluten Free?

    March 18, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A white bowl holds oats on a marble background.

    Are you wondering, are oats gluten free? The short answer is yes and they are a powerhouse in gluten free baking. However, there are a few things to take into consideration before consuming oats on a gluten free diet. Let's discuss below. Are Oats Gluten Free or Not? Yes, oats are gluten free. However, as […]

    Gluten Free Barm Brack (Easy Yeasted Bread)

    March 16, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 3 Comments

    A whole loaf of barm brack on a plate.

    This yeast-risen, gluten free barm brack is adapted from a classic Irish recipe. Its lightly sweet, soft, raisin-studded crumb is amazing toasted, spread with a bit of softened butter, and served with a cup of tea. This traditional barm brack recipe is adapted from a recipe from Malachi McCormick's Irish Country Cooking - the original version […]

    Gluten Free Coffee Cake

    March 15, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Plates of gluten free coffee cake with a cup holding a latte.

    This fluffy gluten free coffee cake features a cozy cinnamon swirl and more cinnamon in the warmly-spiced crumble topping. Easily made gluten-free with oat flour, you will love the texture, taste, and simplicity of this delicious coffee cake! Easy Gluten Free Coffee Cake Recipe The first time I made this gluten coffee cake I will […]

    Gluten Free Irish Soda Bread

    March 11, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 5 Comments

    A piece of gluten free Irish soda bread with butter on a plate with the loaf nearby.

    My gluten free Irish soda bread recipe is my gluten free take on a classic! Whole grain oat flour is mixed with sour milk, an egg, and a little maple syrup to make a sturdy, crusty loaf. Based on an Irish recipe, this soda bread is wonderful in sandwiches, for toast, and more! This beyond-easy […]

    Gluten Free Chocolate Stout Cake

    March 10, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 6 Comments

    A frosted gluten free chocolate stout cake

    This dark and moist chocolate stout cake is a gluten-free riff on Nigella Lawson's classic Guinness chocolate cake. It's made with plenty of (gluten-free) stout and capped with an irresistible cream cheese frosting. This glorious, gluten free chocolate stout cake is adapted from Nigella Lawson's chocolate Guinness cake and is just as stellar as the original. Taste-wise, […]

    Gluten Free Barmbrack Loaf

    March 9, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Gluten-free barmbrack loaf

    A naturally sweetened, gluten-free version of the Irish "barmbrack" for St. Patrick's Day.

    Gluten Free Soda Bread

    March 8, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A loaf of gluten free soda bread on a cutting board with a little bowl of butter.

    This gluten free soda bread recipe transforms a loaf of traditional soda bread into a beautifully craggy gluten-free version. Adapted from a classic Irish recipe, this tender bread is absolutely delicious spread with a bit of salted butter. Gluten Free Soda Bread Recipe Darina Allen's stellar "Forgotten Skills of Cooking" inspired me to make this […]

    Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

    March 4, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A plate of gluten free chocolate chip cookies.

    Easy gluten free chocolate chip cookies are everything a good chocolate chip cookie should be: chewy, buttery, and loaded with bittersweet chocolate. Chocolate chip cookies are a staple in any kitchen, particularly my kitchen because I've got two girls who dearly love their cookies. Their preferred cookie, and mine too, is a chocolate chip cookie. […]

    Gluten Free Blueberry Coffee Cake

    March 1, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A piece of blueberry coffee cake on a plate.

    Topped with a sweet cinnamony crumble, this gluten free blueberry coffee cake is packed with juicy blueberries in every bite. Make this soft, buttery cake for your next brunch gathering, or nibble on it as a mid-morning snack. A streusel-topped coffee cake is a thing of beauty, and when you stuff it with blueberries, you […]

    Gluten Free Earl Grey Tea Cake

    February 26, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 6 Comments

    A side view of slices of earl grey cake.

    Plenty of fragrant orange zest and tea leaves infuse this gluten free Earl Grey tea cake with bright flavor. This unique cake needs just two gluten-free flours plus a few other simple ingredients to make. How about a slice of cake with your tea? Even better, how about a delicate little cake that has tea […]

    Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

    February 23, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 3 Comments

    A stack of gluten free chocolate chip cookie bars on a blue and white plate.

    These gluten free chocolate chip cookie bars are your favorite chocolate chip cookie turned into buttery little handheld bars. They're packed with semisweet chocolate, a good amount of salt, and plenty of brown sugar - it's impossible to stop at just one! Buttery and tender, these gluten free chocolate chip cookie bars are loaded with […]

    Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting

    February 19, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    This chocolate cake with peanut butter frosting makes the best of this perfect flavor pairing! A gluten free chocolate cake made with almond flour is topped with fluffy peanut butter frosting spiked with a little salt for a sweet-salty touch. Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe This gorgeous gluten free chocolate cake with peanut butter frosting features […]

    Oat Flour Blackberry Muffins

    February 16, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    Tender and packed with fruit, oat flour blackberry muffins are welcome any time of the year. Whole grain oat flour forms the base of these gluten-free muffins, and they're topped with an optional buttery streusel for extra sweetness. Easy gluten free blackberry muffins are tender and moist, loaded with juicy blackberries, and always in season. […]

    Oat Flour Cake

    February 2, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 7 Comments

    Slices of oat flour cake on plates with the cake in the background.

    This soft and moist brown sugar oat flour cake is topped with a tangy Greek yogurt frosting that's spiked with plenty of bright lemon zest. This cake is incredibly fluffy and even better, it's naturally gluten-free! It's no secret that I love baking with oat flour (check out my ultimate guide to baking with oat […]

    Vegan Broccoli Soup

    January 29, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A bowl of vegan broccoli soup with bread.

    This easy, creamy vegan broccoli soup recipe is so smooth and luxurious without needing any dairy! Packed with vegetables, plus a secret ingredient to add richness, you'll want to add this beautiful and flavorful soup to your recipe folder for cozy winter nights. Broccoli soup is a favorite in our house, and I make it […]

    Oat Flour Pancakes

    January 26, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 4 Comments

    A decorative plate with oat flour pancakes next to a cup of coffee.

    Tender and fluffy oat flour pancakes are made with oat flour for a gorgeous, naturally gluten-free breakfast option. A few other simple ingredients combine to make these delectable whole-grain pancakes that no one will be able to tell are gluten-free! When the weekend rolls around, it's the perfect time to slow down and make a […]

    Gluten Free Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

    January 24, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A plate with a slice of gluten free olive oil cake and a fork.

    A tender, deeply dark gluten free chocolate olive oil cake capped with a layer of homemade chocolate icing. Made in one bowl, this cake will satisfy any chocolate craving. This gorgeous and gorgeously simple to make chocolate olive oil cake is easily gluten-free with just 1 cup of oat flour! Olive oil adds delicious moisture […]

    Quinoa Salad with Apples

    January 20, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    This vegetable-packed quinoa salad with apples is nutty, crunchy, and a little bit sweet! Roasted sweet potatoes are tucked into toasty quinoa along with crisp apples, arugula, red onions, and a tahini dressing. Enjoy it as a light lunch or pair it with a protein for a filling dinner. Why You'll Love This Quinoa Salad […]

    Gluten Free Cranberry Apple Crisp

    January 19, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A portion of cranberry apple crisp on a plate next to a pan of crisp.

    This gluten free cranberry apple crisp is the perfect blend of tart cranberries plus sweet apples, topped with a gorgeously crisp and buttery gluten-free topping. This gluten free apple cranberry crisp is beautifully juicy, crisp, and the topping is to die for! It's a lovely fall and wintry treat, perfect for a quick weeknight dessert […]

    Gluten Free Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

    January 15, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A plate of gluten free tahini chocolate chip cookies and cups of coffee.

    A twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, these chewy gluten-free tahini chocolate chip cookies have a base of creamy sesame tahini and are studded with semisweet chocolate. If you love the nutty, unique flavor of tahini, you'll love folding it into chocolate chip cookies. But don't worry - it's more of a hint of tahini rather than […]

    Gluten Free Dark Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Icing

    January 13, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A gluten free dark chocolate cake with chocolate icing on a white plate.

    This deliciously easy one-layer gluten free dark chocolate cake is deeply, darkly chocolatey. Topped with a rich swath of chocolate icing, this is one for the books. I do love an easy, one-layer chocolate cake! Yes, a gluten free chocolate layer cake definitely has its place, but what about the times when you want chocolate […]

    Oat Flour Banana Muffins

    January 12, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    Feature photo with muffin and latte.

    This recipe for the simplest oat flour banana muffins creates moist and banana-laden muffins that are packed with walnuts and have the tenderest crumb! All you'll need is naturally gluten-free oat flour, melted butter, and a few cozy spices, including cinnamon and ginger. Perfect for breakfast! First off, this is a deceptively simple recipe that […]

    Lower Sugar Sugar Cookies (Kid-Friendly! Gluten-Free Option)

    January 11, 2024 by Nicole Spiridakis 5 Comments

    A lower sugar sugar cookies star shaped cookie on a plate next to a platter of cookies.

    These lower sugar sugar cookies feature all the buttery crispness of a classic sugar cookie, but with a tad less sugar. My kids love these one-bowl cookies that are as fun to cut out and decorate as they are to eat. Meticulously taste-tested by my kids (age 9 and 12 at the time of this writing), this […]

    Gluten Free Baked Pasta

    December 29, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    a portion of gluten free pasta bake with broccoli on a plate

    This gluten-free baked pasta hits all the notes you want in an easy dinner! Creamy tomato sauce, tender gluten-free penne, and lots of melty mozzarella cheese make this the ultimate comfort food. We absolutely LOVE this warming pasta bake, and I make it regularly, especially during the winter months when we need a little extra comfort. […]

    Pancakes with Pears

    December 27, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Pear sauce is the star of these light and tender pancakes with pears, giving them a lovely sweetness without any added sugar. Toss in whole grain spelt flour and you'll have the makings of a nutritious breakfast. Why You'll Love Pancakes with Pears First things first: these pancakes are made with pear sauce, so technically […]

    Gluten Free Chocolate Layer Cake

    December 26, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 6 Comments

    A wonderful simple and delicious chocolate layer cake.

    Whole Wheat Waffles

    December 23, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A waffle on a plate.

    Fluffy whole wheat waffles are my family's favorite waffles, and they're a weekend staple. Whole grain flour plus a little Greek yogurt and melted butter make these waffles hearty yet light. These whole wheat waffles are the fluffiest, yummiest waffles EVER. This is hands down my favorite waffle recipe, and I make it almost every […]

    Gluten Free Peanut Butter Blossoms

    December 22, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A plate of gluten free peanut butter blossoms site on a fireplace above a wood floor showing a white wool rug.

    This gluten free peanut butter blossoms recipe makes cookies that are the perfect mix of sweet milk chocolate and creamy nut butter. Add these super yummy, peanut buttery morsels to your holiday cookie plate, or serve them all year round! They're so easy to make and bake up perfectly every time. Chocolate and peanut butter […]

    Gluten Free Cranberry Scones

    December 21, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    Cranberries are scattered around plates of gluten free cranberry scones.

    These pretty gluten-free cranberry scones are tender and lightly sweet, everything a good scone should be. Infused with orange zest and packed with juicy cranberries, they're so festive and delicious! These lovely cranberry scones are gorgeously tender and just packed with tart berries. I love them plain or topped with easy lemon glaze for even more flavor […]

    Gluten Free Cranberry Cake

    December 20, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A gluten free cranberry cake cut into squares.

    Each bite of this beautifully festive gluten free cranberry cake is packed with juicy, tart berries that are balanced by a light and buttery cake. I love this cake served at Christmas brunch, or dressed up for dessert with softly whipped cream. This pretty cranberry cake is a homey, rustic bake that's easily gluten-free and just […]

    Gluten Free Christmas Cookies

    December 19, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A gluten free Christmas cookie plate with gluten free sugar cookies, peanut butter cookies, almond flour chocolate chip cookies, and gluten free brownies.

    Want to bake the best gluten free Christmas cookies? You've come to the right place! Here are all my tips, tricks, and recipes for making wonderful gluten free Christmas cookies this season. The Best Gluten Free Christmas Cookies December is a time for baking, and you've probably landed here because you're ready to fire up […]

    Whole Wheat Chocolate Chips Cookies

    December 16, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Four whole wheat chocolate chips cookies on a white plate.

    These are the best whole wheat chocolate chips cookies, made with whole wheat flour in a 1:1 swap for all-purpose flour. Chewy and buttery, with plenty of chocolate and brown sugar, these are an enduring classic. These are seriously the best whole wheat chocolate chips cookies! Inspired by the excellent whole wheat chocolate chip cookies from […]

    Gluten Free Cranberry Orange Bread

    December 15, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Slices of cranberry orange bread, a cup of tea, and more slices of bread.

    This gluten free cranberry orange bread is packed with tart cranberries, sweet orange juice, and wholesome oat flour for a simple seasonal treat that's welcome all winter long! Cranberry and orange is a classic winter/holiday pairing for good reason - the sweetness of the orange perfectly balances the tartness of the berries, making for juicy […]

    Gluten Free Gingerbread Snacking Cake

    December 8, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    A scalloped white plate with a square of gluten free gingerbread, a fork, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a marble background.

    A homey and comforting gingerbread snack cake that welcomes December with warm spices and molasses.

    Oat Flour Sugar Cookies

    December 4, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 7 Comments

    Plates of oat flour sugar cookies and a cup of tea on a white background.

    Tender gluten free oat flour sugar cookies are as perfect in the holiday cookie tin as they are all year round. Oat flour plus pure vanilla extract, good butter, and just enough sugar make these cookies stand out. These oat flour sugar cookies make the best holiday cookies, although I advise you to bake them all year […]

    Cranberry Margarita Recipe (With Mocktail option!)

    December 1, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A cranberry margarita in a glass with an orange slice and garnished with rosemary.

    Festive and pretty, you'll want to serve a cranberry margarita throughout the holiday season! Easily dress it up or down - add sugared cranberries for a gorgeous garnish - or make it into a holiday mocktail. I'm not much of a drinker these days, but I do love to make drinks. This gorgeous cranberry margarita […]

    Homemade Cornbread Muffins

    November 28, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A white bowl of gluten free cornbread muffins.

    A simple recipe for homey cornbread muffins that are as welcome on the Thanksgiving table as they are with a bowl of soup. on a chilly fall evening. Cornbread muffins are one of the easiest AND most easygoing sides -- they are amazing toasted and spread with a bit of butter and jam, or served […]

    Gluten Free Cornbread Muffins

    November 28, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A white bowl of gluten free cornbread muffins.

    A simple recipe for gluten free cornbread muffins that are as welcome on the Thanksgiving table as they are with a bowl of soup. on a chilly fall evening. Save leftovers and make gluten-free stuffing! Gluten free cornbread muffins are one of the easiest AND most easygoing sides -- they are amazing toasted and spread […]

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    I'm Nicole, a writer, recipe developer, and cookbook author. I share carefully tested gluten-free baking recipes as well as the occasional vegetarian and vegan dish, all made with simple, wholesome ingredients. I believe in real food, lots of vegetables, and balance, too -- because I dearly love cake. Welcome! Learn more about me.


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