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    So Good Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    January 1, 2023 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Tender, wholesome, naturally gluten-free almond flour chocolate chip cookies are so good you'll be reaching for another - and another!

    Gluten-Free Chewy Molasses Cookies

    December 16, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Gluten-free chewy molasses cookies and a cup of coffee.

    Chewy, tender molasses-ginger cookies that are perfect for the holiday cookie tin or with a cup of tea by the fire.

    Gluten-Free Banana Bread

    November 25, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A loaf of gluten free banana bread on a pretty napkin.

    Perfect-every-time, super easy, beyond comforting and cozy gluten-free banana bread is made in just one bowl and bakes up like a dream. Reliable and delicious! The easiest and most delicious recipe for gluten free banana bread! Get out your bowl, because you'll only need one, throw in the simple ingredients needed, then slather a warm […]

    Gluten Free Pumpkin Bars

    October 28, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Two gluten free pumpkin bars on plates with mini pumpkins.

    Your perfect Halloween dessert: gluten-free pumpkin bars topped with cream cheese frosting!

    Gluten-Free Blackberry Muffins

    October 14, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A plate of gluten-free blackberry muffins on a table.

    These soft and moist gluten-free blackberry muffins are loaded with juicy, fresh blackberries. Perfect for breakfast or a snack! This recipe for gluten-free blackberry muffins is a total keeper. I make these pretty little muffins with fresh blackberries in season plucked from the bushes growing wild on our street. If you're able to get your […]

    Soft Baked Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (made with oat flour!)

    October 7, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A pile of gluten free pumpkin chocolate chip cookies on a white plate on a napkin.

    Soft and chocolatey, these gluten free pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are a fall staple in my kitchen, made with warming spices, smooth pumpkin puree, and plenty of semisweet chocolate. Welcome fall with a plate of gluten free pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, an annual favorite I first started baking during my San Francisco days. Over the […]

    Gluten Free Applesauce Bread

    September 30, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Slices of gluten free applesauce bread on plates.

    A one-bowl, beyond easy gluten free applesauce bread that comes together in minutes and just needs pantry ingredients to make. Lightly spiced, perfectly sweet, and fragrant with apples. The star of this gluten free applesauce recipe is, of course, applesauce! In addition to bringing loads of flavor, applesauce brings delicious moisture and natural sweetness. This […]

    Gluten Free Nectarine Cake

    September 23, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Plates with forks wait for slices of gluten free nectarine cake.

    This gluten free nectarine cake is as pretty as it is delicious! Juicy sliced nectarines top a soft and sweet vanilla cake that's deceptively gluten-free. Whether it's a gluten free rhubarb upside-down cake or a gluten apple upside-down cake, it's safe to say I love piling fresh fruit in a pan and smoothing a rich, […]

    Gluten-Free Cherry Oatmeal Cookies

    September 16, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    Gluten-free oatmeal cherry cookies.

    This one-bowl recipe for gluten-free cherry oatmeal cookies is not too sweet and is perfect for tucking into school lunches or enjoying as a snack! I have a short (and not-too-sweet) recipe for you today -- lovely little oatmeal cookies with dried cherries. This is a one-bowl recipe, always appreciated in my kitchen! They are […]

    Gluten Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread

    September 9, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    A sliced loaf of gluten free chocolate zucchini bread on a cutting board.

    Moist and gloriously fudgy gluten free double chocolate zucchini bread is made with olive oil, plenty of chocolate, and, of course, zucchini, but you won't be able to tell! Simpler than a gluten free zucchini chocolate cake, this wonderful gluten free chocolate zucchini bread is not your basic gluten free zucchini bread! Packed with chocolate […]

    Gluten Free Berry Muffins (Whole Grain, Naturally Sweetened!)

    September 7, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    Blueberries, a plate of whole grain gluten free berry muffins, and a muffin with butter on a plate.

    These one-bowl gluten-free berry muffins are made with your choice of whole grain flour and are sweetened just with maple syrup! Use your favorite berries, a mix of fruit, or play around with add-ins - this is an easy, adaptable recipe. Bake a batch of one-bowl muffins, and your morning routine instantly transforms into something […]

    Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins

    September 2, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A cup of coffee on a napkin next to a plate of gluten free zucchini muffins.

    These nourishing, not-too-sweet gluten-free muffins feature zucchini and toasted walnuts.

    Gluten Free French Apple Cake

    August 26, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A gluten free french apple cake dusted with powdered sugar on a white plate.

    This buttery and tender gluten free French apple cake is inspired by a classic recipe and will almost literally melt in your mouth. Plenty of luscious, juicy apples are the stars here, held together by a delicate cake fragrant with a hint of bourbon. Gluten free apple muffins, gluten free apple cinnamon bread, gluten free […]

    Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake

    August 19, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Gluten-free strawberry shortcake and strawberries

    Simple and tender gluten free strawberry shortcake that's loaded with fresh strawberries, piles of softly whipped cream, and sweetened just with maple syrup. When friends gift us fruit, I bake. We received a bounty from friends this past week, including strawberries and raspberries, the first of which I used in simple and delicious gluten-free strawberry […]

    Gluten-Free Raspberry Buckle

    August 5, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Gluten-free raspberry buckle

    Tender raspberries are folded into a sorghum and almond flour batter that's kissed with coconut sugar to make a lightly sweet cake.

    Gluten Free Blackberry Cake

    July 22, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A gluten free blackberry cake and a slice of cake on a plate.

    This beautiful gluten free blackberry cake features a plush vanilla cake swirled with juicy berries. Add a scattering of lightly toasted almonds for the perfect finishing touch. My general philosophy is, in summer, eat fruit and lots of it. Come winter, the memory (and perhaps preserves?) will keep us going when the blueberries are lackluster […]

    Rustic Gluten Free Peach Cake

    July 15, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A nubbly, juicy cake made with fresh peaches, buttermilk, coconut sugar, and a simple combination of buckwheat and cornmeal flours -- perfect on a summer morning.

    Gluten Free Cherry Torte

    June 17, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A cake server lifts out a piece of cherry torte.

    This rustic gluten free cherry torte scatters sweet, fresh cherries over a tender, buttery cake made with just two simple gluten-free flours. Perfect for dessert or on summer mornings with a hot cup of coffee. This gluten-free cherry torte is a summer favorite, a cherry riff on my Marion Burros-inspired gluten-free plum torte. The New […]

    Gluten-Free Birthday Cake

    June 10, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A chocolate frosted gluten-free birthday cake.

    This beautiful gluten-free birthday cake features velvety vanilla cake layers filled and frosted with a fluffy chocolate buttercream frosting that makes every bite worthy of a celebration. You will not be able to tell that this is a gluten-free cake. This fork-tender gluten-free birthday cake recipe is one of my favorite cakes to bake. It's perfect […]

    Gluten Free Rhubarb Upside Down Cake

    May 27, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A slice of rhubarb upside down cake on a plate with a fork next to the plate.

    Gluten free rhubarb upside down cake makes the most of rhubarb's short season. A tender, buttery cake is topped with sweet-tart pink rhubarb that's been cooked in honey until meltingly soft. During rhubarb's fleeting season, you'll want to make all the things, like gluten free rhubarb scones, gluten free rhubarb muffins, and gluten free rhubarb bread! […]

    Gluten-Free Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins

    May 20, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Gluten-free bakery-style blueberry muffins with blueberries scattered around them.

    Bakery-style lightly spiced gluten-free muffins bursting with juicy blueberries.

    Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

    May 13, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 4 Comments

    A white plate full of gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

    Gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are chewy, buttery, and satisfying! Packed with semisweet chocolate chips and just the right amount of salt, you'll love this easy recipe for your new favorite cookie. I've been making these gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies since I moved to San Francisco in 2006-I picked up a used […]

    Gluten Free Rhubarb Cream Cake

    May 10, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A floral plate with a slice of gluten free rhubarb cream cake.

    Luscious layers of gluten-free cake sandwich honey-sweetened rhubarb compote and unsweetened whipped cream for a beautiful spring cake.

    Fudgy Gluten Free Vegan Chocolate Cake

    May 6, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 4 Comments

    A slice of vegan gluten free chocolate cake on a plate with the cake next to it.

    Coconut milk infuses this gorgeously simply vegan and gluten-free chocolate cake.

    Gluten Free Banana Bundt with Almond Butter Glaze

    April 22, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A lightly sweet gluten-free banana cake topped with an almond butter glaze.

    Gluten-Free Lemon Layer Cake

    April 8, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A slice of lemon layer cake.

    A fresh lemon layer cake perfect for spring -- one of those "you'd never be able to guess it's gluten-free" cakes.

    Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies

    April 1, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    Gluten-free peanut butter cookies on a white plate.

    Tender and super peanut buttery gluten-free peanut butter cookies are one of my favorites! Packed with sweet-salty flavor in every bite, you can make this recipe in just one bowl. I'm such a fan of peanut butter, I add it to everything from bananas and apples to a chocolate cake with peanut butter frosting (my […]

    Gluten Free Butter Cake with Raspberry Frosting

    March 11, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A gluten-free yellow butter cake topped with a thick, not-too-sweet raspberry jam buttercream calls for a quadruplet of naturally gluten-free flours and is sweetened just with maple sugar.

    Brown Butter Cardamom Muffins

    March 4, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    Brown butter cardamom spice muffins and tea.

    Tender, lightly sweet gluten-free cardamom-spice muffins that get their deep flavor from brown butter and maple sugar.

    Gluten Free Applesauce Cake

    February 18, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Slices of gluten free applesauce cake on plates.

    Darkly sweet and studded with walnuts, a gluten free applesauce cake equals homey comfort. Make it with homemade applesauce if you can. Sort of a cross between a gluten-free gingerbread cake and a loaf of gluten free applesauce bread, this warmly seasoned gluten free applesauce cake is hard to stop eating. It's a humble enough […]

    Gluten Free Strawberry Cream Cake

    February 11, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A lovely soft gluten-free vanilla cake filled with strawberry jam and whipped cream.

    Gluten Free Berry Buckwheat Scones

    February 4, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Gluten free berry buckwheat scones and a cup of tea.

    These tender and fluffy gluten free berry buckwheat scones are made with buckwheat and almond flours, yogurt, a bit of lemon zest and fresh or frozen berries. Drizzle scones with sweet maple glaze for an extra treat. These gluten-free berry buckwheat scones make a lovely morning snack. Or grab one as you sweep out the […]

    Gluten Free Banana Walnut Cake

    January 28, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    Chopped walnuts top a gluten free banana walnut cake.

    A humble, wholesome walnutty cake made with naturally gluten-free sorghum flour and sweetened with just a little maple syrup, coconut sugar, and bananas.

    Almond and Oat Flour Waffles

    January 21, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis 4 Comments

    Waffles on a plate with a pitcher of syrup.

    Deliciously crispy-tender waffles made with a combo of oat flour and almond flour. Naturally gluten-free, super easy, and beyond yummy. These delicious almond and oat waffles are so light and fluffy, just as a good waffle should be! Plus, they're made with just 2 easy gluten-free flours (oat flour and almond flour). We love Sunday […]

    Gluten Free Flours Guide

    January 18, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis

    Slices of banana nut bread on a plate.

    Here's a guide to help you bake with gluten free flours. Learn the difference between whole grain and starchy flours and why it matters. Ready to bake with gluten free flours? I'm here to help you get started! There are so many gluten free flours to choose from, and each brings its own flavor and […]

    Gluten Free Baking Tips

    January 8, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis

    A mini carrot cake is cut into slices.

    Helpful tips and best practices for gluten-free baking.

    Tender Gluten Free Poppyseed Cake

    January 7, 2022 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A fork cuts into a piece of gluten free poppyseed cake on a plate next to the cake.

    This gluten free poppyseed cake is tender-crumbed, generously speckled with poppyseeds, and made with two simple flours. A versatile cake, it's lovely on the brunch table, at a coffee klatch, or dressed up for dessert. This recipe is adapted from Deborah Madison's "Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone," and it's a quiet stunner. It emerges from the […]

    Gluten Free Shortbread

    December 31, 2021 by Nicole Spiridakis 4 Comments

    A plate holds triangles of gluten free shortbread.

    Tender, buttery gluten free shortbread may become your go-to quick cookie! You'll need just five simple ingredients to make crisp, endlessly adaptable cookies that are wonderful with tea or nibbled as a snack. Shortbread is such a lovely, classic cookie and a good gluten free shortbread should taste just like the original! When it's done right, you'll […]

    Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cake

    December 24, 2021 by Nicole Spiridakis 2 Comments

    A piece of gluten-free gingerbread on a plate with a fork.

    A gluten-free gingerbread cake that's inspired by a classic Moosewood Cafe recipe. Sticky with molasses and strongly spiced, this is no fooling around gingerbread. I've been making this recipe, adapted from the Moosewood Cafe, for over two decades. It's a lovely dark gingerbread, sticky with molasses and strongly spiced - no fooling around gingerbread that […]

    Pumpkin Pie with Heavy Cream and Maple Sugar

    December 12, 2021 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A pumpkin pie with whipped cream with a slice removed.

    This beautiful gluten free pumpkin pie with heavy cream and maple sugar trades condensed milk for heavy cream to make a smooth and creamy custard infused with warming spices and maple sugar. Serve it on your choice of crust. Simple, wholesome pumpkin pie with heavy cream and a little maple sugar served on a deliciously […]

    Gluten Free Sugar Cookies

    December 6, 2021 by Nicole Spiridakis Leave a Comment

    A plate of gluten free sugar cookies and cookies on a counter.

    Easy gluten free sugar cookies feature a tender, sweet dough that works perfectly for holiday cut-out cookies and more. Top with your favorite festive decorations (like crushed candy canes!) or try some of my variation ideas below. I absolutely adore these crisp-tender gluten free sugar cookies! Like my super delicious oat flour sugar cookies, gluten-free […]

    Pumpkin Chocolate Cake (Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free)

    November 24, 2021 by Nicole Spiridakis 1 Comment

    A fork cuts into a slice of gluten free pumpkin chocolate cake.

    This gluten free pumpkin chocolate cake is also dairy-free! A fluffy coconut cream ganache frosting is the perfect finishing touch. It makes a show-stopper of a Thanksgiving dessert. This special two-layer gluten-free pumpkin chocolate cake is a lovely addition to the Thanksgiving table, along with a gluten free apple crumble and a maple pumpkin pie! […]

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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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