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Sept. 12, 2025

Stop Wasting Your Stale GF Bagels – Make These Instead!

Hi Bakers, Don’t be like me and forget your gluten-free bagels in the fridge...But IF you do? Congrats—you’re halfway to these crispy, golden, air fryer bagel chips! Gluten-free bread goes stale fast, and it’s way too ex…

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Sept. 8, 2025

Homemade Spiced Plum jam Recipe- Like Grandma Made (but no pectin!)

Hi Bakers, Have you ever wished you could taste a memory? I remembered a jam my grandma used to make every Christmas. It was made with fresh plums with a deep red color and warm spices. She sealed it with wax on top, so we had to pry it open to get…

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Sept. 5, 2025

Gluten-Free Blue Corn Waffles

Hi Bakers, is this the crunch you’ve been missing? If you love cornbread and waffles, this should be your next breakfast treat!  A simple swap of adding cornmeal to my favorite buttermilk waffle recipe gives them a delightful crisp that…

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Sept. 1, 2025

Thumbprint Cookies: Classic Jam + 3 Wild Fillings You Probably Don't Need to Try!

Hi Bakers, These gluten-free Thumbprint cookies are so delicious, I ate way too many! Of course, I had to try all the flavors... Buttery, rich, and tasty, these are so good it really doesn’t matter what flavor jam you use…But you&rsquo…

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Aug. 20, 2025

Air Fryer Gluten-Free Biscuits

Hi Bakers, When nothing sounded good to eat (and it was too hot to bake), I got creative and tried making biscuits in the air fryer with my gluten-free biscuit mix... It was a tasty experiment, and the biscuits turned out great. Here are the pros a…

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Aug. 17, 2025

Coconut Lime Panna Cotta

Hi Bakers, What's the perfect Summer dessert for days when it’s too hot to bake? Coconut Lime Panna Cotta gets my vote. If you love zesty lime and creamy coconut, this one is for you! A no-bake treat that tastes like a tropical vacation in ev…

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July 27, 2025

15 Minute Gluten-free Air Fryer Blueberry Crisp for Two

Hi Bakers, Can you bake blueberry crisp in an Air Fryer? Yes, and it was easy, fast, and delicious... but I may never make it again.  Check out the pros and cons below and then decide if its for you. Recipe is included at the end of the blog f…

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July 26, 2025

Giant Gluten-Free S’mores Chocolate Chip Cookies

Hi Bakers, I wasn't expecting these to be so good. Sometimes the things you find on the internet look amazing but don't measure up to the hype...Well, this is not one of those recipes!! You’ll never look at s’mores the same way again. T…

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July 16, 2025

Gluten-Free Gooey Butter Raspberry Streusel Cookies

Hi Bakers,  Do you love gooey butter cookies? I didn't grow up making or eating them, but they are soft, buttery, and addictive. But could I make them even better?I swirled in some sweet raspberry jam and rolled them in streusel topping. Butte…

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July 11, 2025

Gluten-Free Lemon Pistachio Frangipane Blondies

Hi Bakers, If you love lemons, pistachios and blondies. This is your bake!  It seems like magic to put real lemon flavor into chewy buttery blondies with rich pistachio frangipane, but it’s real, gluten-free, and oh so delicious! Chewy L…

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June 12, 2025

Mixed Berry Shortcakes with Lemon Curd

Hi Bakers, Sometimes I modify classic desserts just for fun. The small change of adding Lemon Curd inside these tender gluten-free shortcakes makes them a bit more special. The best part? It requires no extra work on your part…except opening…

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May 28, 2025

Raspberry Italian Jam Tart (Crostata di Marmellata)

Hi Bakers, Have you tried this Easy Summer Dessert? Looking for a no-fuss summer treat that looks fancy but takes little effort? These Italian Jam Tarts might be your new warm-weather go-to. No need to make a filling—just grab your favorite j…

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May 23, 2025

Butterfly Pea Flower Mochi Waffles

Hi Bakers, If you're bored with the usual waffle...this is your next bake! These deep blue waffles are chewy and slightly floral with a touch of lemon. Stunningly pretty and so easy to make, you can whip up a spectacular gluten and dairy-free break…

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May 15, 2025

Gluten-Free White Chocolate Chip Cookies with Pistachios

Hi Bakers, Pistachios are all the rage and in every imaginable recipe, so why not this one? I wanted to try something different instead of the usual chocolate chip cookie...And the result? Crisp, beautiful pistachios and white chocolate chips folde…

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May 2, 2025

Gluten-Free Apricot Almond Loaf

Hi Bakers, After a very sad frangipane focaccia flop, I was still dreaming of that rich almond croissant flavor. So I took matters into my own hands and searched for a more tender bread to add a sweet almond swirl.  This gluten-free Apricot A…

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April 22, 2025

Lavender Lemon White Chocolate Truffles

Hi Bakers, There is an unusual ingredient that makes these Lavender Lemon Truffles naturally purple...The secret to this stunning natural purple color isn't lavender or food coloring??  These truffles are as beautiful as they are delicious, wi…

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April 14, 2025

Gluten-Free Moist and Dreamy Coconut Cake

Hi Bakers, If you love coconut this is your cake! Dreaming of a soft, tropical-inspired dessert that’s both indulgent and gluten-free, this Gluten-Free Coconut Cake is about to become your new favorite. Adapted from a classic by Sally’s…

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April 11, 2025

Gluten-Free Meyer Lemon Pistachio Blueberry Cake

Hi Bakers, Don't make this if you want a quick bake! This is easy and delicious but takes about an hour to cook...But, If you’ve been wanting to bake with pistachios and have some time I would try this recipe. It’s rich, sweet with a ta…

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April 4, 2025

Gold Potato Gnocchi: Easier than making homemade noodles and every bit as tasty!

Hi Bakers, Ever thought homemade gluten-free gnocchi was too tricky? Think again! With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create soft, pillowy gnocchi that are so good, you won’t believe they’re gluten-free. If you can bake a p…

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March 28, 2025

Arepas with Cheese

Hi Bakers, Have you tried making Arepas? You’re missing out if not! The first time I made Arepas, I thought, "WOW—why didn’t I try these sooner?" These gluten-free South American corn patties are stuffed with melty cheese, c…

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March 18, 2025

Insanely Chocolatey Fudge Cookies

Hi Bakers, This was the best mistake I’ve ever made…and you need to try it! I set out to recreate a chocolate bakery cookie I had on vacation. While I haven’t quite nailed it yet, this “happy accident” turned out so in…

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Feb. 24, 2025

Creamsicle Inspired Vanilla Panna Cotta with Orange Syrup

Hi Bakers, If you loved creamsicles as a kid, this is your dessert!  Indulge in this creamy, dreamy Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with tangy orange syrup. This dessert will take you back to the refreshing taste of a favorite popsicle! Easy but eleg…

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Feb. 11, 2025

Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Ginger Dressing

Hi Bakers, Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Ginger Dressing is an unusual but flavorful salad that takes advantage of the bounty of pears in season! I was inspired by Cook’s Illustrated Pan Roasted Pear Salad recipe to make something similar usi…

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Jan. 31, 2025

Vanilla Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce

Hi Bakers, The age-old question is whether vanilla is better than chocolate!??… When you add salted caramel sauce to homemade vanilla bean pudding it’s so good chocolate isn't my favorite flavor anymore! This easy pudding is nothing lik…

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