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Gluten Free Chocolate Almond Loaf
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Gluten Free Chocolate Almond Loaf

If you love chocolate as much as I do, this Gluten Free Chocolate Almond Loaf is going to be your new favourite bake. It’s rich, tender, and full of deep chocolate flavour — and just when you think it can’t get better, it’s topped with a glossy chocolate glaze and a sprinkle of chopped almonds for the perfect crunch.

This loaf has everything I want in a chocolate dessert: a moist crumb, a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth glaze, and a balance of sweet and nutty flavours that makes every bite irresistible. It looks impressive but is actually so easy to make — no mixer needed, just a bowl, whisk, and loaf pan.

The glaze seeps slightly into the loaf, keeping it extra moist, while the toasted almonds on top add a beautiful texture contrast. It’s perfect for an afternoon coffee break, a simple dessert, or even a homemade gift that looks straight from a bakery display.

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Gluten Free Oatmeal Cream Cookies
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Gluten Free Oatmeal Cream Cookies

If you grew up loving those packaged oatmeal cream pies, you’re going to fall head over heels for these Gluten Free Oatmeal Cream Sandwich Cookies. They’ve got everything you remember — soft, chewy oatmeal cookies with a rich, fluffy cream filling — only this time, they’re made from scratch and completely gluten free.

The cookies are lightly spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar, giving them that deep, cozy flavour we all love. And the cream filling? Sweet, buttery, and just the right amount of fluffy — the perfect contrast to the chewy cookies.

They’re nostalgic and comforting, but also feel a little more grown-up and homemade. Perfect for lunchboxes, coffee breaks, or just when you’re craving a little something sweet.

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Roasted Tomato Butter on Gluten Free Bread
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Roasted Tomato Butter

Sometimes the simplest recipes pack the most flavour—and this Roasted Tomato Butter is one of those gems. Made with slow-roasted tomatoes and creamy butter, it’s rich, savoury, and a little bit addictive.

I had to pick all my tomatoes from the garden recently as the frost and snow were on their way, so now they’re ripening slowly indoors. That means I only have a few ready at a time, and this recipe is perfect for that. You can make as little or as much as you want—just roast what you have and blend it with butter for a small batch of something truly delicious.

Roasting brings out the tomatoes’ natural sweetness and depth, and when combined with butter, garlic, and a touch of salt, you get a spread that feels fancy but couldn’t be easier to make. I love it on warm gluten free bread, stirred into pasta, or melted over grilled veggies or chicken. It’s a simple way to capture the last bit of garden flavour before winter fully sets in.

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Gluten free triple berry muffins
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Gluten Free Triple Berry Muffins

There’s something extra special about a big, bakery-style muffin—and these Gluten Free Triple Berry Muffins are exactly that. They’re soft, fluffy, and loaded with juicy berries in every bite. I love that they bake up with those tall, with golden muffin tops that make you feel like you’re sitting in your favourite coffee shop, only these are gluten free and made right at home.

I used a mix of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries for a sweet-tart balance, but you can use whatever berries you have on hand—fresh or frozen both work beautifully. The secret to that bakery-style rise? Filling each muffin cup almost to the top and only filling every other cup in the muffin tin so they have room to expand and lift while baking.

These muffins are perfect for breakfast, a mid-morning snack, or a quick grab-and-go treat. Since they freeze well, taste amazing warm, and are a simple way to bring a little bakery magic into your gluten free kitchen.

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Gluten Free Lemon Ricotta Cookies
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Gluten Free Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Chris and I have always been big fans of lemon desserts, and these Gluten Free Lemon Ricotta Cookies are one of our favourites. They’re soft, slightly cake-like, and have just the right balance of sweetness and fresh lemon flavour. If you love citrus as much as we do, these cookies are bound to become a new go-to treat.

One of the best parts about this recipe is that it makes good use of leftover ricotta. Instead of letting that half container sit in the fridge, you can bake it into something light, bright, and irresistibly delicious. The ricotta keeps the cookies moist and tender, while the lemon zest and juice bring a fresh, tangy finish that makes them perfect for spring, summer, or honestly, any time of year.

Gluten Free Lemon Ricotta Cookies
Gluten Free Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Whether you enjoy them with a cup of tea in the afternoon or share them at a gathering, these cookies are simple, refreshing, and a wonderful twist on a classic.

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Gluten Free Apple Pie
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Gluten Free Apple Pie

There’s nothing more classic or comforting than a warm slice of apple pie. This Gluten Free Apple Pie has everything you’d hope for in the perfect pie: a flaky, golden crust, a caramely cinnamon-spiced filling, and plenty of tender apples tucked inside.

For me, apple desserts always feel like fall, and this pie is no exception. This pie is always requested to be served at Thanksgiving dinner. Every bite is a balance of buttery crust, sweet apples, and just the right amount of spice. I like to bake mine until the filling bubbles up around the edges and the whole kitchen smells like cinnamon. It’s the kind of dessert that you will want to bake in the morning, so the caramel filling can set when you cut into it after dinner.

Whether you’re making it for Thanksgiving, a special occasion, or just because you have extra apples to use up, this gluten free apple pie is as cozy as it gets.

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Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake
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Gluten Free Apple Coffee Cake

There’s something so cozy about baking with apples, and this Gluten Free Apple Coffee Cake is one of my favourite ways to bring those warm fall flavours into the kitchen. I grow apples in my backyard, so once apple season hits, I always have more than enough to bake with. But don’t worry—if you don’t have a tree full of apples waiting for you, this recipe works beautifully with store-bought apples too.

I love using Gala apples in this coffee cake because they’re naturally sweet and hold their shape while baking, but honestly, any apple variety you enjoy will work here. The tender cake base is layered with cinnamon-sugar apples, then topped with a buttery streusel crumble that bakes into a golden, slightly crunchy topping. It’s simple, delicious, and makes the whole house smell incredible.

Serve it warm with a cup of coffee for the perfect afternoon treat, or enjoy it as a sweet addition to a weekend brunch spread. However you serve it, this apple coffee cake is bound to be a new family favourite.

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Beef and Broccoli
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Gluten Free Beef and Broccoli

This is a meal I make almost every week because it’s quick, satisfying, and packed with flavour. Juicy slices of beef are tossed with tender-crisp broccoli, all coated in a rich, garlicky gluten free sauce. Not only does it rival anything you’d get from takeout, or a jar it is fresher and with very few ingredients.

At Laura Bakes Gluten Free, our kitchen is very much an ingredient household—and that doesn’t just come from baked goods, but from everyday cooking too. This beef and broccoli has become one of Chris’s favourite dinners. Plus, I love how it comes together in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients I always have on hand. This is served over fluffy rice and it’s a complete weekday dinner that everyone at the table enjoys.

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Gluten Free Peach Crisp
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Gluten Free Peach Crisp

Few desserts capture the taste of summer quite like a peach crisp. Bursting with sweet, juicy peaches and topped with a golden, buttery oat crumble, this gluten free peach crisp is pure comfort in every bite. It’s the kind of recipe that feels rustic and homestyle, yet it’s elegant enough to serve at a dinner party with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

What makes this recipe a favourite of mine is just how simple it is. You only need a handful of pantry ingredients. Along with a pile of ripe peaches, and about 15 minutes of prep time before the oven does the rest of the work. Whether you’re using fresh peaches at their peak or frozen/caned ones when you want a taste of summer any time of year, this crisp is always a hit.

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Gluten Free Pop Tarts Filled with Raspberry
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Gluten Free Pop Tarts

Homemade pop tarts are one of those recipes that instantly take you back to childhood—but these gluten free raspberry pop tarts are all grown up. Made with a tender, flaky gluten free pastry and filled with sweet-tart homemade raspberry jam (straight from my backyard raspberry bush!), they’re the perfect mix of nostalgic and made-from-scratch goodness.

What I love most about this recipe is how customizable it is. You can stick with classic raspberry, or swap in your favourite jam or fruit filling. The pastry bakes up golden and crisp, and if you want to go all out, you can drizzle them with a simple glaze and a sprinkle of sprinkles for that iconic pop tart finish. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or save them for a grab-and-go breakfast, these gluten free pop tarts are proof that homemade is always better.

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