Easy Gluten-Free Baking Recipes: Bread, Cookies & Cakes
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Simple GF baking recipes that anyone can make. Banana bread, chocolate chip cookies, pizza dough, and more — all using basic GF flour.
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GF Baking Made Simple
You don't need to be a pastry chef to make delicious GF baked goods. These recipes use Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 GF Flour — the easiest flour for beginners.
🍌 GF Banana Bread
The easiest GF recipe to start with. Moist, sweet, foolproof.
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Pro tip: Add 1/2 cup GF chocolate chips for chocolate banana bread.
🍪 GF Chocolate Chip Cookies
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🍕 GF Pizza Dough
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Or save time: Use Caulipower frozen GF pizza crust.
🥞 GF Pancakes
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Shortcut: Bob's Red Mill GF Pancake Mix — just add egg, oil, and milk.
🎂 GF Chocolate Cake
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Frosting: Use any store-bought frosting — most are GF (Betty Crocker, Duncan Hines). Verify with Check Gluten.
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Essential Baking Supplies
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The Bottom Line
GF baking is easier than you think. Start with banana bread (most forgiving recipe), then try cookies and pancakes. Use Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 flour and follow these recipes. Scan any baking ingredient you're unsure about with Check Gluten.
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About the Author
Rachel Lopez
Recipe Developer & Certified Pastry Chef
Rachel is a classically trained pastry chef who transitioned to gluten-free baking after her daughter was diagnosed with celiac disease. She develops and tests every recipe on Check Gluten, ensuring they work perfectly with GF ingredients.
Meet our full team →Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or a registered dietitian before making dietary changes related to celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Read full disclaimer.
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