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Easy Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Desserts: 5 Refreshing Summer Treats to Try

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A collection of quick, easy, and refreshing gluten-free and dairy-free summer desserts that are perfect for hot days and dietary restrictions. These treats combine simple pantry staples and fresh seasonal fruits for delicious, light indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups almond flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ½ cup gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk (shake well before opening)
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup or agave nectar
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen seasonal berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
  • Chopped nuts (optional, such as pistachios or almonds)
  • Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
  • Silken tofu or mashed avocado (optional for creamy texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, gluten-free rolled oats, baking powder, sea salt, and optional cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk full-fat coconut milk, maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. If using silken tofu or mashed avocado, blend until smooth and mix with wet ingredients.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Adjust consistency with more coconut milk or almond flour if needed.
  5. Fold in fresh or frozen berries and optional chopped nuts.
  6. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and tap to remove air pockets.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs and the top is golden.
  8. Cool completely on a wire rack. Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally topped with toasted coconut flakes or dairy-free yogurt.

Notes

Measure flours properly by spooning and leveling to avoid dense texture. Use room temperature wet ingredients to prevent clumping. Let batter rest 10 minutes for better texture. Avoid overbaking to keep desserts moist. These desserts freeze well; thaw overnight in fridge before serving.

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