Spring is upon us and Easter is the perfect time to indulge in some gluten free Easter desserts and treats. Just because we are gluten free doesn't mean we have to miss out! As I've got you sorted with beautiful gluten free desserts for easter from some amazing food bloggers.
If like me you love when spring comes around and you can get to do some gluten free Easter baking then you definitely have to check out the gluten free desserts for Easter shared by some of my favorite food bloggers.
If you are new to a gluten-free lifestyle you will also find my Gluten free Easter eggs list and What chocolates are gluten free guide helpful.
Happy Easter!
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⭐ Why We Love These Gluten Free Desserts For Easter
- Spring flavors - Lots of choices that you would expect from easter recipes from lemon, carrot, chocolate, and more.
- Easter-themed desserts - Lots of fun easter themed bakes from bunnies, bumblebees, and egg-shaped treats.
- Allergy-friendly - All gluten-free easter recipes with some options being dairy free and vegan.
- No bake options - Don't want to put the oven on there are no bake options or make-ahead easter desserts.
🍰 Gluten free Easter Cakes
1. Gluten free carrot loaf cake
This recipe for Gluten free carrot loaf cake is so moist and easy to make. It tastes delicious topped with beautiful velvety cream cheese frosting. You won't believe it's gluten free.
2. Hummingbird Bundt Cake
Beautiful Hummingbird bundt from smallfarmbiglife.com
This easy recipe for gluten free hummingbird bundt cake is made with coconut and pineapple. This dessert is simple to make and has a delicious glaze on top.
3. Gluten free Lemonade Cake
Delicious gluten free lemon drizzle cake topped with lemonade frosting is a fresh zesty cake that will be delicious at any easter dessert table.
Its soft, moist and full of spring flavor and no one can tell its gluten free!
4. German Sunny-Side Up Cake
A delicious and fun German sunny-side up cake from all-thats-jas.com
This one-of-a-kind German cake resembles sunny-side-up eggs, is fun and lip-smacking good. Easy to make and gluten-free so you can have your cake and eat it too!
5. Gluten-Free Citrus Olive Oil Cake
This zesty Olive Oil cake from cravingcalifornia.com makes the perfect gluten and dairy free easter bake.
Moist and flavorful olive oil cake flavored with orange zest, and almond extract. You would never even know it’s gluten-free and dairy-free!
6. San Sebastian Cheesecake
San Sebastian cheesecake, also known as "Basque burnt cheesecake," is a crustless cheesecake with a burnt exterior and creamy interior.
Is a great option because it's crustless, so it's a little lighter than traditional cheesecake, which can be a nice balance after a big Easter meal. Plus, it's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, which can be helpful if you're hosting a big Easter gathering.
🧁 Gluten free Easter Cupcakes
7. Healthy Carrot Cake Cupcakes
You won't believe these Carrot cupcakes from sunglowkitchen.com are gluten and sugar free.
These Healthy Carrot Cake Cupcakes are gluten-free and sugar-free, and taste like an actual carrot cake! They are made with warming spices and are so light and fluffy.
8. Coconut Cupcakes
Looking for Vegan gluten free Easter treats then you need to try these cupcakes from strengthandsunshine.com
These ultra-coconutty Gluten-Free Coconut Cupcakes are vegan, allergy-free, and so easy to make! A healthy coconut cake made with coconut milk, coconut oil, and shredded coconut; baked and topped with a delicious dairy-free coconut buttercream frosting with toasted coconut shreds! A perfect dessert recipe for any occasion!
9. Bumblebee Chocolate Cupcakes
You will love these adorable gluten free bumblebee chocolate cupcakes from all-thats-jas.com and are a perfect addition to your spring desserts.
A dessert for all ages, these chocolate cupcakes are gluten-free, rich with dark chocolate flavor, and topped with silky cream cheese frosting and apricot bumblebees.
🍪 Gluten free Easter Cookies
10. Gluten free Mini Egg Cookies
Gluten-free mini egg cookies are a great option for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease, as they offer a tasty alternative to traditional cookies. They are also perfect for Easter or other springtime occasions, as they capture the colors and flavors of the season.
11. Birds Nest Cookies
How fun are these bird nest cookies from texanerin.com. I love getting creative and decorating our Easter cookies with mini eggs.
These bird's nest cookies are super easy to make and just require 7 ingredients! They can easily be made paleo or vegan. This Easter cookie recipe is also an easy one for kids to help with and uses pantry ingredients.
12. Viennese Whirls
Easy gluten free Viennese whirls recipe. Beautiful buttery biscuits filled with creamy buttercream and sweet jam are so quick and easy to make. Perfect for Easter afternoon tea.
13. Carrot Cake Sugar Cookies
Bright and beautiful sugar cookies from strengthandsunshine.com
These Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Sugar Cookies are fun, delicious, and full of veggies! These carrot-shaped cut-out carrot cookies are vegan and allergy-free, made with a carrot cake dough and decorated with dairy-free & naturally colored white chocolate. They're a perfectly cute & kid-friendly treat for any Easter or Spring celebration!
🐣 Gluten free Easter Treats
14. Easter Rice Krispie Treats
These Easter Rice Krispie Treats are so quick and easy to make. Not only are they delicious but also gluten free. Chewy marshmallow bars drizzled in white chocolate topped with milk chocolate KitKat bunny for the perfect Easter-themed treat.
15. Giant Vegan Crème Egg
It wouldn't be Easter without creme egg and this vegan and gluten-free Giant creme egg from addictedtodates.com is stunning and sure to impress your guests.
This giant vegan crème egg is a fun and delicious dessert for Easter. Made with just a few ingredients, it’s gluten-free and surprisingly easy to make.
16. Marshmallow Bunnies
The kids will love these adorable marshmallow bunnies from marcellinaincucina.com.
These Marshmallow Bunnies are so cute and whimsical that they will brighten every Easter dessert table. Plus you’ll discover that making marshmallows at home is not hard at all!
17. Creme Egg Brownies
Gluten-free creme egg brownies are a delicious and indulgent dessert that combines the rich and fudgy texture of brownies with the sweet and creamy flavor of Cadbury Creme Eggs.
A perfect dessert for Easter or any chocolate lover. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone, whether they follow a gluten-free diet or not.
🐰 No Bake Easter Recipes
18. Mini Easter Cheesecakes
Easy Mini Easter Cheesecakes are a perfect family-friendly recipe as they are no-bake cheesecakes. The best part is they are gluten-free due to switching the base ingredients so you can enjoy and no one can even tell they are gluten free.
19. No-Bake Carrot Cheesecake
Who wouldn't want a slice of this stunning cheesecake from addictedtodates.com
This delicious cake consists of a no-bake carrot cake base and spiced cheesecake filling. It’s gluten-free as well as being vegan and easy to make.
20. Homemade Reese’s Peanut butter eggs
These bite-sized gluten free easter treats from bostongirlbakes.com are so delicious and perfect for Easter gift baskets.
A homemade version of the classic Easter basket treat- now you can have them all year round! Homemade Reese’s Peanut butter eggs that are 1000% better than store-bought!
Gluten Free Easter Desserts FAQs
A dessert is considered gluten-free if it does not contain any ingredients that contain gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Gluten can cause digestive problems in people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, so it's important to use gluten-free ingredients when making desserts for anyone following a gluten free diet.
There are many delicious gluten-free Easter desserts to choose from, including gluten free carrot cake, gluten free lemon bars, chocolate eggs, and gluten free fruit tarts. Many traditional Easter desserts can also be made gluten-free with a few substitutions, using gluten-free ingredients.
Many gluten-free Easter desserts can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve. Some desserts may even taste better after a day or two of refrigeration, allowing the flavors to meld together.
These gluten-free Easter desserts have given those of us that require gluten free recipes some delicious and delightful treats that are perfect for the holiday season. From classic carrot cake to delectable lemon flavored desserts, there is something for everyone on this list.
These desserts are not only gluten-free, but also full of flavor and sure to impress any guest at your Easter celebration. So whether you are living a gluten-free lifestyle or simply looking for a gluten free dessert to serve to a gluten-free guest, these desserts are the perfect addition to your Easter table. Enjoy and have a wonderful holiday!
I hope you enjoyed this Gluten free Easter desserts roundup.
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