Episodes and Recipes

Hi Bakers, I’ve been wanting to try this cake for months and had to eat it twice to love it. I’ve never made or tasted it, so I was expecting more chocolate instead of the subtle blend of vanilla and chocolate with a rich ice cream ganache glaze. Maybe it’s a baker thing, when you bake all the time, you get super critical and don’t experience the actual bake. That’s what happened here. Once I had a chilled slice of this moist and a bit dense cake with great flavor I really enjoyed it, and I bet ...

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If you want an unusual scone, you need to try this one! Delicious, tender almond scones are drizzled with cherry blossom glaze for a light, floral flavor you can’t find anywhere else. Get the powder online and be sure to use good-quality almond extract for the best possible flavor. Are you brave enough to try it? I hope you do and send me the photos. Enjoy! ~Carolyn

Gluten-Free Almond Scones with Cherry Blossom Icing
Makes ten 2.25” scones

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2 cups Cup4Cup Multipurpose Flour (Ori...

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Why do you need another chocolate chip cookie recipe? The classic is the perfect cookie, but if you want something a little richer, a bit bougier with some layers of flavor, you really need to try this version. I wasn’t prepared for how much I loved it. The sea salt with rich buttery toffee, espresso, and chocolate is to die for and something you need to try at least once. I ended up, adding one more egg yolk that you don't see or hear on camera, use the amounts listed in the recipe....

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Should you make your own seeded crackers, or is it a waste of time? I get so mad eating expensive and tasteless gluten-free crackers, so I decided to try making them myself…but was it worth it??

I would 100% make these again; my only complaint is that I wanted them to be crisper. I loved the simple way they came together and the healthful ingredients in them.

The pumpkin and pumpkin spice with seeds and dried cranberries were festive and delicious. These crackers are a beautiful gl...

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My son and his girlfriend went to the Farmer’s Market and brought back a beautiful pumpkin roll cake. It looked so good, I thought why haven’t I made one?? Oh yes, I remember I was terrified to try and roll a cake in a cylinder. I’m not sure if I got brave or just desperate to have a bite of this cake! This is my first attempt at making it and revising the recipe to be gluten-free too. Make this cake if you love a moist, sweet pumpkin cake with lots of rich cream cheese and butter ic...

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Not quite ready for Fall and all things pumpkin spice?? Get one last taste of summer in this classic dessert remixed. If you love coconut and pineapple, this might be the recipe for you! Just because you don’t normally put it in a shortcake doesn’t mean you shouldn’t!…and I put this to the test, adding lime-infused pineapple instead of strawberry with gluten-free coconut shortcakes. Try this if you want sweet, limey pineapple with lots of whipped cream over tender and buttery shortca...

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Want a cake with so many peaches it might just be a serving of fruit? Well, not quite, but it’s a delicious breakfast anyway! Make this gluten-free bake if you want a hearty, moist cake that’s lightly sweet, packed with peaches, and lots of streusel too. I love that it’s sweet enough to feel like a treat but not so sweet that I feel like I shouldn’t have a slice in the morning. This is the perfect companion to a nice cup of tea or coffee. My one complaint about this is that it take...

Lemon Bars are incredible, but can seem intimidating to make. These Lemon Bars are gluten-free, but you'd never know it. Let me walk you through the process and show you how I make my rich and lemony bars.

Get the recipe and learn to bake moist and delicious gluten-free Chocolate Donuts with White Chocolate ganache icing.

Hi Bakers, This might be the best scone you ever had. It’s buttery and tender with a zesty orange flavor and sweet tiny currants in every bite. The easy recipe that takes minutes to mix and only 15 to bake. This is one of my favorite scones to eat and share. Try this for your next Sunday brunch or when you want something flakey and delicious with your cup of coffee. Enjoy~Carolyn

Gluten-Free Orange Currant Scones
Makes twelve 2” scones
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2 cups Cup4Cup Multipurpose Flour

1/2 cup blanched al...

Hi Bakers, This dessert failed…sort of. Creme brûlée without a torch?…Not so simple! I wanted to try both sugar and toffee as the topping in case people didn’t want to make the toffee. Regular sugar didn’t caramelize under the broiler and completely heated the custard. Thankfully, the toffee bits melted quickly and were amazing. Espresso Toffee Creme Brûlée is naturally gluten-free and easy to make. The combination of toffee and custard is phenomenal and something you can’t get in a restaurant. ...

HI Bakers, This is a great hand waffle. If you want a regular waffle this isn’t it…These gluten-free Pumpkin Liege waffles are made from a yeast dough studded with lots of pearl sugar bits which makes them sweet enough to eat plain. There is pumpkin in the dough too but honestly you can’t really taste it. Expect a sweet yeasty waffle that’s a perfect grab and go treat. They make the perfect brunch buffet dish because they’re easy to make ahead and delicious at room temperature. I hope you try th...

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These vanilla cupcakes are the best I’ve ever eaten. You know the bakes that you want to hide a few to make sure you get to eat more than one? This is that kind of dessert. They are moist with the perfect amount of vanilla flavor and soft crumb. I love the deep, rich caramel icing slathered on top with an extra drizzle of real caramel syrup. They are decadent and amazingly gluten-free. You will need a napkin or two to eat these but it will be a mess well worth eating. Enjoy ~Carolyn
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Grab a mug of tea and a warm, buttery cinnamon-sugar-covered apple cider donut. Take a big bite and savor the sweet apple flavor with a crunchy sugar exterior. If you bake anything this Fall, make these iconic donuts! They’ll bring a smile to your face and you’ll be glad it’s apple season! Concentrated cider in the dough makes these treats smell and taste divine. Don’t want to stand over the stove for 30 minutes to cook the cider down? No problem, I have an easy hack you can use inst...

An easy version of pie with all the filling but only a top crust cut into pieces. Make this crazy simple dessert and enjoy all the flavor without all the fuss of an actual pie!

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Lavender Lemon Panna Cotta is the queen of no-bake desserts. Elegant, bright, creamy and floral. This is everything you’d expect an Italian dessert to be. This is phenomenal and perfect…I make a lot of treats but I don’t say that too often! You need to eat this at least once in your lifetime. Treat yourself to something truly special and surprisingly quick and easy. I adore this dessert and I know you will too. Savor every bite of this one ~Carolyn

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Hi Bakers, This pastry is my favorite thing to make when you want a homemade pie but don’t want all the fuss! The rustic free-from galette takes minutes to assemble and bakes in under half an hour. Adding salted caramel on top elevates the fresh fruit and crust to something a bit more complex and suitable for a fancy dessert. You won’t regret making this beauty! Enjoy ~Carolyn

Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Peach Galettes
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2 cups gluten-free flour

1 teaspoon sweet rice flour

¼ teaspoon ...

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I am sorry it took so long to get you this episode. These cookies are worth the wait! If you love very sweet treats with a cloud-like exterior and a chewy chocolate chip center these are your cookies. Meringues made at home are nothing like the kind you buy because they taste a lot better and have a totally different texture. With some helpful tips and tricks, these are easy to bake with delicious results. I got a bit adventurous and made half the recipe with chocolate chips but the ...

Thanks so much for listening to my podcast and I'm so sorry that this one will be later than expected... but sometimes life gets in the way! You can look for this Merangue Chocolate Chip Cookie episode coming in June instead of May 1st.

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These are such a pretty spring color I adore the way they look and taste. Green scones may not be everyone’s idea of yummy but I love matcha and the earthy rich flavor it brings to everything. Adding bright and sweet lemon is the perfect partner to these delicious and tender gluten-free scones. They are a fun break from the usual with a lovely look and phenomenal taste. I hope you give these a try. Enjoy ~Carolyn




Gluten-Free Matcha Lemon Scones


makes one dozen 2”x2” scones...

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This raspberry gluten-free cheesecake isn’t a quick fix—it’s a special treat for when you want to indulge. The cheesecake has a gorgeous pink hue and bursts with raspberry flavor. To intensify the taste, I added raspberry sauce and freeze-dried raspberries to the rich filling for the most possible berry-ness. Then, I topped it off with even more raspberry sauce and fresh berries for that perfect finishing touch. This is a show-stopping dessert, so give yourself enough time to creat...

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Ditch the granola bar for something better. Don’t you want a cookie for breakfast? One that’s packed with oats, mini chocolate chips and just the right amount of real banana flavor. These Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies are a gluten-free treat that you can enjoy all week. They freeze well and are cheaper than buying most gluten-free snacks. A vegan option is included at the end of the recipe too. Enjoy~Carolyn


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You’ll forget you’re gluten-free when you eat this loaf…because it tastes just like the ones with wheat. If you love pound cake and lemons this Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is the bake for you. Bright and full of fresh lemon flavor with a generous amount of lemon icing. Poppy seeds add a welcome pop of color and crunch to this gluten-free treat. Expect a pound cake-like texture with the same density without as much butter in the recipe. This is an easy bake that is lovely and sure to pl...

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It's not easy to find a perfect muffin, and it's even rarer to find one that's gluten-free. However, this Blackberry Streusel Muffin is a rare gem that's worth the search. This muffin is moist, tender, and bursting with flavor because it’s packed with berries. You’ve found the perfect companion for a morning cup of coffee or an afternoon snack that's not too sweet, yet satisfying. Once you taste it, it will become your new favorite treat. These are seriously good, I ate three of th...