Is your sweet tooth calling you? I’ve put together 10 healthy gluten-free dessert recipes that will satisfy any craving.
You all know that it’s rare that a day goes by without him giving me something sweet. I fill up on vegetables and protein, but I love healthy desserts. Whether you’re looking for a celebratory recipe or just need something to satisfy your sweet tooth, I’ve rounded up 10 healthy gluten-free dessert recipes that are to die for.
From chocolate, almond and coconut bites to crunchy strawberry truffles and our usual chocolate chip cookie recipe, there’s something for everyone. These recipes are great for anyone, even if you’re not on a gluten-free diet! You’ll notice that all of these recipes contain chocolate…because let’s face it, what is dessert without chocolate!? Enjoy!
10 healthy gluten-free desserts
1. Crunchy Almond Butter Chocolate Bars
These crunchy chocolate bars with almond butter are a quick, healthy and delicious idea for a gluten-free dessert or treat. They call for all gluten-free ingredients, only take 10 minutes of active prep, and can be easily modified by my vegan friends.
2. Collagen Protein Brownies
These gluten-free and dairy-free brownies are packed with protein and healthy fats. They are an incredibly healthy dessert and have a fluffy texture. You will love them!
3. Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Cookie Cake
Did someone say gluten-free cake? This healthy COOKIE CAKE has an extra dose of protein and healthy fats. It uses rice flour instead of regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour, so it’s much lighter than a flourless chocolate cake. It’s gluten-free, low in sugar and… it’s a cookie cake. Then you need this.
4. Crispy chocolate and strawberry truffles
Everything about these truffles is perfect: they are crunchy, sweet, and taste extremely delicious, although they are fairly low in sugar.
5. Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies with Avocado Oil
The avocado oil gave these cookies a beautiful, light texture (they’re perfectly soft and chewy), plus a dose of heart-healthy fats, while the brown sugar ensures they’re extra sweet. These cookies take about 10 minutes to make and are kid-approved.
6. 4-ingredient Samoa via Eating Bird Food
Healthy and simple (but amazing!) 4-ingredient Samoas that might taste better than the real thing. Shh…don’t tell the Girl Scouts. Vegan, gluten-free and paleo-friendly. They will soon become your favorite baked good!
7. Salted Almond Chocolate Bark via Kath eats
Talk about an easy recipe! It only requires a few ingredients and all of them are naturally gluten-free! Simply use the microwave to melt the chocolate, sprinkle with toppings and you’re done. Tip: Cut the crust into large pieces. and small pieces so you have options when the chocolate craving hits.
8. Dark chocolate, almond and coconut bites via Making Thyme for Health
All you need are 8 ingredients to make these delicious chocolate bites that taste just like Almond Joy!
9. Grain-Free Peanut Butter Cup Cookies through ambitious cooking
The best grain-free peanut butter cookies made with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour and topped with dark chocolate peanut butter cups. These healthy peanut butter cookies are naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and have tons of amazing peanut butter flavor!
10. Chocolate Chip Espresso Banana Bread Muffins via PaleOMG
Made with almond butter and coconut flour as a base, these Banana Bread Muffins with Espresso Powder are the perfect afternoon pick-me-up, especially paired with fresh fruit.
What healthy treat recipe are you loving lately?
