Basic Recipes to Master on a Gluten Free Diet (2024)

These are the basic recipes that you can easily master if you’re new to a gluten free diet. These are the timeless recipes you’ll be making time and again.

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This is a list of several gluten free recipes that I consider staple recipes if you’re following a gluten free diet. They’re mostly baked goods but those are the recipes that will make you feel like you’re not missing out on anything. If you’re new to a gluten free diet, it can feel very overwhelming, especially if you’re a baker.

I put together this short list to help youmaster some popular gluten free recipes for baking – staple recipes that you might feel like you’re missing out on if you cut them completely out of your diet. You don’t have to sacrifice some of your favorite comfort foods – in fact, you’ll soon excel at making them on your own and gluten free to boot!

I have also put together a complete guide to stocking your gluten free pantry (with an emphasis on baking) to help you. Be sure to check that out as well!

If you’re completely new to a gluten free lifestyle, I encourage you to sign up for my Gluten Free Baking Mini Series, which comes with a PDF guide of my #1 gluten free baking tip. It’s a FREE resource that will help guide you through the learning process.

As always, you can reach me by email with any gluten free baking related questions or feel free to join the Gluten Free Baking Club, a Facebook community for gluten free bakers.

Peace + Sweet Eats,

Shay

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Nightshade Free Gluten Free Flour Mix

This nightshade free gluten free flour mix has become my go-to flour for gluten free baking. It works wonderfully in cakes, muffins, and quick breads. It's the same mix I used for my entire cookbook, The Gluten Free Quick Breads Cookbook.

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The Best Gluten Free Banana Bread

My favorite gluten free banana bread recipe - this easy recipe will be one you make again and again. It's the perfect recipe for over-ripe bananas. This recipe is incredibly popular and I call it the bread that launched a cookbook!

These gluten free biscuits are based on my mom’s recipe that she would make before going gluten free. Follow the gluten free flour recommendation in the post for a light, flaky biscuit that isn’t grainy or dense.

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Gluten Free Cornbread

This is the best gluten free cornbread recipe out there. It’s light and moist and isn’t grainy at all. It’s simple to make and goes great with chili or ribs! My family eats it with butter (or vegan butter) and topped with a drizzle of honey 🍯💛

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Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe for the Best Ever Bakery Style Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies is the only gluten free chocolate chip cookie recipe you’ll ever want or need. Crisp edges, soft in the middle, and just sweet enough!

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Gluten Free Pancakes

Gluten Free Pancakes are a staple recipe for every gluten free kitchen. They're super easy to make, freeze well, and can be made dairy free too. These pancakes are light and fluffy, just as pancakes should be!

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Best Ever Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Recipe

This is the best gluten free chocolate cake recipe out there. It’s moist, rich, and incredibly easy to make. There’s a dairy free option too! This recipe comes with plenty of 5⭐️ reviews - be sure to read the hype!

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Fudgy Gluten Free Brownies

Super fudgy gluten free brownies will be a staple recipe for years to come. It’s a great base recipe to make any kind of decadent brownies you’d like!

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Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins

This simple recipe for gluten free blueberry muffins is one you’ll reach for frequently. They’re easy to make and come together quickly! Perfect for weekend family breakfasts. You can also freeze these to meal prep for the week ahead!

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Gluten Free Vanilla Cupcakes

These simple gluten free vanilla cupcakes are super moist thanks to the addition of sour cream. They’re light, airy, and ready for any frosting you want to add!

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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies

These soft gluten free peanut butter cookies are a classic! They're easy to make, freeze well, and are incredibly delicious!

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Easy Gluten Free Waffles

An easy recipe for gluten free waffles with a dairy free option that get perfectly crispy. They freeze well too so you can make a double batch and save some for later.

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Gluten Free Dinner Rolls

These Gluten Free Dinner Rolls are soft, yeasty rolls that you've been missing. They've got a wonderful doughy texture like Parker House Rolls and are much easier to make than you'd think! No bread machine required 🙌🏼

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Gluten Free Pie Crust Recipe

This easy to work with gluten free pie crust recipe is perfect for sweet and savory pies. This recipe makes two 9-inch pie crusts so you can make one double crust pie or two single crust pies.

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Gluten Free Chocolate Cupcakes

1 dozen gluten free chocolate cupcakes that are sure to impress - your gluten eating friends won't even be able to tell the difference!

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