Who doesn’t love dessert?? I definitely have a sweet tooth, and if you do too, then you’ve come to the right place! Here are all my favorite gluten free dessert recipes in one convenient location.
Feel free to pin this post using the pin-it button on the image below so you can return and try more recipes. All of these recipes have been tested in my kitchen and served to family and friends who eat gluten – they are always a huge hit and we rarely have leftovers!
I would love to hear what your favorites are – if you try one of these gluten free dessert recipes, please come back and leave a comment and/or a star rating.
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All of these recipes are gluten free, most are nut free, and some have options for dairy free as well.
If you’re looking for more allergy-friendly recipes, my friend Megan from Allergy Awesomeness has so many recipes that are unbelievably good, as well as lots of tips for living with multiple food restrictions.
On to the recipes!
Gluten Free Dessert Recipes
Crisp on the outside and chewy in the middle with no hint of grittiness, these gluten free chocolate chip cookies don’t taste “gluten free” at all!
Have you been searching for a perfectly chewy gluten free sugar cookie? These gluten free, copycat Swig sugar cookies are soft and chewy and topped with a tangy frosting, served chilled. SO GOOD.
They're also easy to make and you don't have to refrigerate the dough before shaping and baking.
Bursting with browned butter and sweet pumpkin, these cookies are perfectly chewy and no one would ever guess they're gluten free!
Soft and chewy, studded with white chocolate chips and macadamia nuts, and topped with a sprinkling of flaky sea salt, these cookies are everything you love about the classic white chocolate macadamia nut cookie, re-made gluten free.
These chewy gluten free Cadbury egg cookies are made with browned butter and loaded with crushed Cadbury mini eggs and mini chocolate chips. They’re the perfect treat for Easter and spring, or any time you can get your hands on Cadbury eggs.
This cookie shop copycat is a chocolate lover's dream! A soft and chewy dark chocolate cookie studded with milk and semisweet chocolate chips and topped flaky salt. It's delicious warm or refrigerated!
Most gluten free peanut butter cookies are made without flour, and they don’t taste right! These are legit the best gluten free peanut butter cookies.
Missing this nostalgic treat from your childhood? Enjoy this easy gluten-free version! Gluten free nutter butter cookies are easy to make and have a perfectly crunchy peanut butter cookie with a creamy filling. They taste just like the treat you remember, and no one will even guess they’re gluten free!
Airy choux pastry with a delightful vanilla cream filling, these gluten free cream puffs don't taste 'gluten free' at all! They freeze well and are a party favorite.
My gluten-eating family declared this the best cobbler they've ever had, and I have to agree! It's easy to make and has a delicious caramel syrup, juicy peaches, and the perfect sweet biscuit topping.
A decadent (flourless!) chocolate cake with creamy whipped chocolate ganache.
Tres leches is a classic sponge cake soaked in 3 milks and traditionally served in Latin America. This recipe is so good! Be sure to check out my tip for keeping this gluten free version from getting soggy.
The BEST Rice Krispie Treats recipe you’ll find, with the perfect combination of butter, marshmallows, and vanilla. Dairy free option, too!
These gluten free Rice Krispie Treats are stuffed with a gooey chocolate hazelnut filling that will have everyone coming back for seconds! We NEVER take home leftovers when we bring these treats to potlucks or parties.
The addition of a sweet tahini swirl gives these Gluten Free Chocolate Tahini Brownies a subtle, yet deliciously exotic flavor. Chocolate Tahini Brownies have a perfect fudgy texture and deliciously exotic flavor combination.
You can easily find tahini in the PB aisle of just about any grocery store.
A show-stopping Pistachio Cake that is secretly easy to make with your favorite cake mix and a few other simple ingredients.
A simple Pistachio Salad recipe that is perfect for any occasion! Smooth, creamy, and easy to make, the green color makes this pistachio salad perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and Christmas.
A kid favorite! These gluten free dirt cups are super easy to make and fun to assemble. Great for Earth Day or Halloween! The post includes a list of fun variations, including a few ways to serve to adults!
FINALLY, a gluten free pie crust that is Tender, Flaky, & doesn't fall apart! I'll walk you through this easy, fail-proof recipe for the perfect pie crust!
This classic Christmas pie is actually more like a cake. It is soft with a sweet tender crumb and tart cranberries. Serve as-is or with a dollop of whipped cream.
Craving something sweet? Whip up this single serving chocolate cake in your favorite mug, pop it in the microwave,and enjoy! Ready in 5 minutes flat, this allergy friendly mug cake is sure to be a hit.
Move over apple pie! This ice cream pie features a unique peanut butter crust and is filled with chocolate peanut butter ice cream and peanut butter cups.
A no-bake dessert featuring tangy cheesecake, sweet fruit, and a chocolate crust. Sinfully decadent!
Pudding makes these gluten free sugar cookies soft and full of sweet vanilla flavor. Easy to make and there’s no need to refrigerate the dough! Vegan option included.
Raise your hand if you love brownies! Now you can satisfy that craving a little quicker with these gluten free brownie cookies – filled with all the rich, fudgey goodness you love about brownies, but in a nice portable package
The EASIEST and creamiest fudge you’ll ever make! This 2 ingredient peanut butter fudge is made with just peanut butter and frosting.
The elegance of chocolate covered strawberries in an easy-to-make chocolate bark bursting with strawberry flavor! You’ll love this chocolate covered strawberry bark. Dairy free option.
Pumpkin Pie No Churn Ice Cream makes the perfect Summer or Fall dessert!
Smooth, creamy, and packed with pumpkin pie flavor, this easy no churn ice cream doesn’t require an ice cream maker.
You’re only 4 simple ingredients away from a mini tropical vacation with this healthy Pina Colada Nice Cream!
This treat takes just a few minutes to mix up in your blender, has no added sugar or sweeteners, and is gluten- and dairy-free.