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These easy gluten-free desserts will become your new go-to recipes when you’re craving something sweet. While these recipes take just 30 minutes or less of active cooking time, some recipes call for a long time in the freezer, so plan accordingly. These desserts highlight some of the fresh produce of summer like watermelon, blueberries and cherries. Recipes like Watermelon Sherbet and Gluten-Free Peach Cobbler are fruity, delicious and a treat for all.
01of 31Piña Colada Nice CreamView RecipeGet all the tropical flavors you love in a piña colada in this creamy dairy-free dessert. This ice cream alternative gets its sweetness from pineapple and coconut and is just as delicious with or without the optional rum. Either way, it’s sure to put you in a beachy state of mind–not bad for a treat that takes just 10 minutes to whip up in your food processor. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
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Piña Colada Nice Cream
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Get all the tropical flavors you love in a piña colada in this creamy dairy-free dessert. This ice cream alternative gets its sweetness from pineapple and coconut and is just as delicious with or without the optional rum. Either way, it’s sure to put you in a beachy state of mind–not bad for a treat that takes just 10 minutes to whip up in your food processor. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
03of 31Flourless Chocolate CookiesView RecipeThese flourless cookies get their volume from whipped egg whites (like a meringue) instead of grains, making them gluten-free and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A chocolate chip in each bite adds to the rich chocolate flavor. Source: EatingWell.com, February 2018
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Flourless Chocolate Cookies
These flourless cookies get their volume from whipped egg whites (like a meringue) instead of grains, making them gluten-free and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A chocolate chip in each bite adds to the rich chocolate flavor. Source: EatingWell.com, February 2018
04of 31Watermelon SherbetView RecipeThe only difference between sorbet and sherbet is that the latter has a bit of dairy. In the case of this easy summer dessert, sweetened condensed milk adds sweetness plus a touch of creaminess. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019
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Watermelon Sherbet
The only difference between sorbet and sherbet is that the latter has a bit of dairy. In the case of this easy summer dessert, sweetened condensed milk adds sweetness plus a touch of creaminess. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019
05of 31Grilled Peaches with Honey MascarponeView RecipeHere’s a new idea for dessert on a camping trip or in the backyard. Because you don’t need the recipe for s’mores. But you could totally crumble some graham crackers on top to add some crunch to these grilled peaches. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
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Grilled Peaches with Honey Mascarpone
Here’s a new idea for dessert on a camping trip or in the backyard. Because you don’t need the recipe for s’mores. But you could totally crumble some graham crackers on top to add some crunch to these grilled peaches. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
06of 31Gluten-Free Peach CobblerView RecipeGluten-free flour makes light and fluffy biscuits in this easy gluten-free peach cobbler. Fresh summer peaches and just a few spices make this simple dessert shine. Source: EatingWell.com, April 2020
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Gluten-Free Peach Cobbler
Gluten-free flour makes light and fluffy biscuits in this easy gluten-free peach cobbler. Fresh summer peaches and just a few spices make this simple dessert shine. Source: EatingWell.com, April 2020
07of 31Vegan Watermelon Fruit PizzaView RecipeWedges of juicy watermelon topped with nondairy coconut yogurt and berries make for a crisp and refreshing dessert. To feed a crowd, leave the wedges blank and let guests add their own toppings to the yogurt. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
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Vegan Watermelon Fruit Pizza
Wedges of juicy watermelon topped with nondairy coconut yogurt and berries make for a crisp and refreshing dessert. To feed a crowd, leave the wedges blank and let guests add their own toppings to the yogurt. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
08of 31Classic Cherry CrispChoose sweet or tart cherries for this fruit-forward dessert. Look for both in late summer, when cherries are at their peak. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2018
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Classic Cherry Crisp
Choose sweet or tart cherries for this fruit-forward dessert. Look for both in late summer, when cherries are at their peak. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2018
09of 31Creamy Chocolate Pie Ice PopsCreamy chocolate and crunchy graham crackers combine to create a perfectly sweet treat. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Creamy Chocolate Pie Ice Pops
Creamy chocolate and crunchy graham crackers combine to create a perfectly sweet treat. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
10of 31Gluten-Free Carrot CakeAlmond flour provides the base for this tender gluten-free cake that is filled with carrots, spices and just a hint of coconut. Look for almond flour in the gluten-free baking section of most major supermarkets or natural-foods stores. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2018
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Gluten-Free Carrot Cake
Almond flour provides the base for this tender gluten-free cake that is filled with carrots, spices and just a hint of coconut. Look for almond flour in the gluten-free baking section of most major supermarkets or natural-foods stores. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2018
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Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream
12of 31Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip CookiesYou’d never know that these delicious gluten-free cookies are made without wheat flour. A blend of gluten-free flour and almond flour–plus butter and brown sugar–gives them a classic chocolate chip cookie flavor and the ideal balance of crispiness and chewiness. Make a batch as a treat for your family or to bring to parties, potlucks and picnics. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
You’d never know that these delicious gluten-free cookies are made without wheat flour. A blend of gluten-free flour and almond flour–plus butter and brown sugar–gives them a classic chocolate chip cookie flavor and the ideal balance of crispiness and chewiness. Make a batch as a treat for your family or to bring to parties, potlucks and picnics. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
13of 31No-Bake Vegan Date BrowniesView RecipeSweetened with dates, these whole-grain bars provide energy and protein, thanks to nut butter. With just 5 ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, you can make these delicious, chewy brownies with no added sugar. Whip up a batch as a healthy dessert or for grab-and-go energy bars for a healthy snack. Source: EatingWell.com, August 2018
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No-Bake Vegan Date Brownies
Sweetened with dates, these whole-grain bars provide energy and protein, thanks to nut butter. With just 5 ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, you can make these delicious, chewy brownies with no added sugar. Whip up a batch as a healthy dessert or for grab-and-go energy bars for a healthy snack. Source: EatingWell.com, August 2018
14of 31Berries with Custard Sauce and MintThis dessert of fresh mixed berries topped with a sweet Marsala-flavored custard and fresh mint is a refreshing treat on a hot summer night. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Berries with Custard Sauce and Mint
This dessert of fresh mixed berries topped with a sweet Marsala-flavored custard and fresh mint is a refreshing treat on a hot summer night. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
15of 31Gluten-Free Peach CrispView RecipeThe buttery, crunchy topping for this easy gluten-free peach crisp is made with almond flour and oats instead of wheat flour, and sliced almonds add additional crunch. Make this crisp at the height of summer when fresh peaches are at their best. Served as it is or with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleasing summer dessert. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2019
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Gluten-Free Peach Crisp
The buttery, crunchy topping for this easy gluten-free peach crisp is made with almond flour and oats instead of wheat flour, and sliced almonds add additional crunch. Make this crisp at the height of summer when fresh peaches are at their best. Served as it is or with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleasing summer dessert. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2019
16of 31Strawberry-Mango Nice CreamView RecipeThis creamy strawberry-mango nice cream is a delicious healthy ice cream alternative. It’s all fruit, dairy-free, vegan and contains no added sugar. And this three-ingredient dessert is super-fast and easy to prep. Serve it as a snack or light dessert on the hottest days of the summer–or any time you want a refreshing treat. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
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Strawberry-Mango Nice Cream
This creamy strawberry-mango nice cream is a delicious healthy ice cream alternative. It’s all fruit, dairy-free, vegan and contains no added sugar. And this three-ingredient dessert is super-fast and easy to prep. Serve it as a snack or light dessert on the hottest days of the summer–or any time you want a refreshing treat. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2019
17of 31Low-Carb Blueberry CobblerOld-fashioned desserts like blueberry cobbler never go out of style, but this updated version has significantly fewer grams of sugar than traditional recipes. To cut carbs, gluten-free flours replace wheat flour in the biscuit topping. Source: EatingWell.com, February 2019
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Low-Carb Blueberry Cobbler
Old-fashioned desserts like blueberry cobbler never go out of style, but this updated version has significantly fewer grams of sugar than traditional recipes. To cut carbs, gluten-free flours replace wheat flour in the biscuit topping. Source: EatingWell.com, February 2019
18of 31Strawberry Nice CreamView RecipeJennifer CauseyThis luscious strawberry nice cream is a wonderful healthy ice cream alternative. It’s all fruit, dairy-free, vegan and contains no added sugar, but is bursting with sweet berry flavor. And it takes just minutes to whip up this easy healthy dessert in a food processor if you freeze the fruit ahead. While you’ll get the best flavor from fresh berries, if you don’t have them on hand, feel free to use store-bought frozen fruit in this recipe. Serve the nice cream on its own or top it with more fresh berries for a refreshing summer treat. Source: EatingWell.com, April 2019
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Strawberry Nice Cream
Jennifer Causey
This luscious strawberry nice cream is a wonderful healthy ice cream alternative. It’s all fruit, dairy-free, vegan and contains no added sugar, but is bursting with sweet berry flavor. And it takes just minutes to whip up this easy healthy dessert in a food processor if you freeze the fruit ahead. While you’ll get the best flavor from fresh berries, if you don’t have them on hand, feel free to use store-bought frozen fruit in this recipe. Serve the nice cream on its own or top it with more fresh berries for a refreshing summer treat. Source: EatingWell.com, April 2019
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Peach Semifreddo with Pistachios and Peach Swirl
20of 31No-Sugar-Added Oatmeal CookiesView RecipeClassic oatmeal cookies without all the sugar, these better-for-you gluten-free treats get their sweetness from ripe bananas and chopped dates. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2017
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No-Sugar-Added Oatmeal Cookies
Classic oatmeal cookies without all the sugar, these better-for-you gluten-free treats get their sweetness from ripe bananas and chopped dates. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2017
21of 31Pear Cheddar CrispView RecipeIn this 35-minute recipe, sweet pears and savory Cheddar cheese are topped with a buttery brown sugar- and cinnamon-oat topping. Whether you serve it for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, we know it will be a hit with your family. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Pear Cheddar Crisp
In this 35-minute recipe, sweet pears and savory Cheddar cheese are topped with a buttery brown sugar- and cinnamon-oat topping. Whether you serve it for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, we know it will be a hit with your family. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
22of 31Nutty Chocolate-Dipped MacaroonsThese sweet peanut butter-flavored meringue cookies are perfect for special occasions. Dipped in melted chocolate and full of crunchy peanuts, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for up to three months. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Nutty Chocolate-Dipped Macaroons
These sweet peanut butter-flavored meringue cookies are perfect for special occasions. Dipped in melted chocolate and full of crunchy peanuts, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for up to three months. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
23of 31Gluten-Free Fudgy Teff BrowniesView RecipeWhole-grain teff flour (made from a tiny ancient grain) has a nuance of cocoa flavor to start with, making it a natural choice for brownies. These gluten-free brownies are moist and satisfying, intensely chocolaty and have a tender texture. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018
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Gluten-Free Fudgy Teff Brownies
Whole-grain teff flour (made from a tiny ancient grain) has a nuance of cocoa flavor to start with, making it a natural choice for brownies. These gluten-free brownies are moist and satisfying, intensely chocolaty and have a tender texture. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018
24of 31Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with StrawberriesThis creamy Italian dessert is flavored with vanilla bean and topped with fresh strawberries. Feel free to mix it up and substitute blueberries or raspberries, or a combination of all three! Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Strawberries
This creamy Italian dessert is flavored with vanilla bean and topped with fresh strawberries. Feel free to mix it up and substitute blueberries or raspberries, or a combination of all three! Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
25of 31Pineapple-Chipotle PopsView RecipeDiscover your inner child with these very grown-up ice pops! Pineapple and coconut milk are blended together with a hint of chipotle powder to give just the slightest bit of heat. You need six 4-ounce pop molds or eight 3-ounce paper cups and eight wooden craft sticks. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Pineapple-Chipotle Pops
Discover your inner child with these very grown-up ice pops! Pineapple and coconut milk are blended together with a hint of chipotle powder to give just the slightest bit of heat. You need six 4-ounce pop molds or eight 3-ounce paper cups and eight wooden craft sticks. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
26of 31Brown Sugar PeachesReady in just 20 minutes, this dessert will keep you coming back for more. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Brown Sugar Peaches
Ready in just 20 minutes, this dessert will keep you coming back for more. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
27of 31Tropical Coconut CustardA classic sweet custard flavored with coconut, ginger, and vanilla is served in individual cups and topped with pretty slices of star fruit. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Tropical Coconut Custard
A classic sweet custard flavored with coconut, ginger, and vanilla is served in individual cups and topped with pretty slices of star fruit. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
28of 31Banana Buster PopsView RecipeCool off with frozen bananas and peanut butter drizzled with chocolate. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Banana Buster Pops
Cool off with frozen bananas and peanut butter drizzled with chocolate. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
29of 31Almond Cookie Tart with Peaches & BerriesConsider this easy gluten-free fruit tart recipe your year-round secret dessert weapon. It serves a crowd, making it perfect for entertaining. Here we top it with summer stone fruit and berries, but try sliced persimmons and pomegranate seeds in the fall or citrus suprêmes come winter. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018
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Almond Cookie Tart with Peaches & Berries
Consider this easy gluten-free fruit tart recipe your year-round secret dessert weapon. It serves a crowd, making it perfect for entertaining. Here we top it with summer stone fruit and berries, but try sliced persimmons and pomegranate seeds in the fall or citrus suprêmes come winter. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018
30of 31Berry-Lemon Ice PopsView RecipeFresh squeezed lemons blended with sweet berries creates a perfectly refreshing treat. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Berry-Lemon Ice Pops
Fresh squeezed lemons blended with sweet berries creates a perfectly refreshing treat. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
31of 31One-Bowl Monster CookiesView RecipeIf you thought it wasn’t possible to make healthier monster cookies, think again. These peanut butter, oatmeal, chocolate chip and M&M cookies have less butter and sugar than traditional recipes, but they have just as much flavor and tenderness, thanks to more peanut butter. Even better, they’re made in one bowl for easy cleanup. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2017
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One-Bowl Monster Cookies
If you thought it wasn’t possible to make healthier monster cookies, think again. These peanut butter, oatmeal, chocolate chip and M&M cookies have less butter and sugar than traditional recipes, but they have just as much flavor and tenderness, thanks to more peanut butter. Even better, they’re made in one bowl for easy cleanup. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2017
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