These gluten free dairy free dessert recipes are the way to go when you want to satisfy your sweet tooth without any guilt! You’ll find everything from creamy cakes and crunchy cookies to delicious brownies and cold ice creams that may become your next favorites.
Who doesn’t love to eat a nice slice of cake, or a big scoop of ice cream after a wholesome dinner? At least, I do!
They just make the food go down easy, and also give a feeling of a full belly.
And, the best part is that there’s no end to what kind of sweet dishes you’ll find!
But, there can be a slight hiccup when looking for them if you are on a vegan diet, or have intolerance to both gluten and dairy.
That’s why I’ve hunted down a myriad of gluten and dairy free dessert recipes that are going to quench all your sweet cravings without you feeling like you’re missing out!
25 Gluten Free Dairy Free Dessert Recipes
TBH, my palate in desserts had been limited to only cakes and brownies for a long time, and if you’re anything like me, you’re gonna love these gluten free and dairy free dessert recipes!
Shall we begin?
1. Vegan Gluten-Free Maamoul
Ready in: 50 mins
Diving into the gluten free dairy free dessert recipes with these delicious morsels that are a healthier take on the traditional Middle Eastern dessert with no added sugar!
The rice flour replaces the wheat flour, while the almonds add a ton of moisture and make this dish soft and crumbly.
The sweetness of the dates takes the central stage and the coconut oil binds the dough together.
Recipe: nadiashealthykitchen.com
2. Vegan Tapioca Pudding (Dairy-Free)
Ready in: 35 mins
This recipe combines tapioca pearls with plant-based milk, coconut milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
And the result- a creamy, sweet, chewy, bubbly textured delicacy that is extremely luscious!
Feel free to top it with mango, berries, and chocolate to get a delicious contrasting flavor.
Recipe: worldofvegan.com
3. Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
Ready in: 40 mins
This apple crisp is seriously gonna knock your socks off with its crunchy and creamy texture, and it is so mouth-watering.
The oats make things crispy, the cinnamon adds aroma and spiciness, and don’t forget about the juicy apples.
Top it with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce to take it to the next level!
Recipe: mamaknowsglutenfree.com
4. Chocolate Coconut Milk Ice Cream
Ready in: 4 hrs 30 mins
At first glance, this might look like an ordinary chocolate ice cream, but it is one of the best gluten dairy free dessert recipes I’ve had this year!
It incorporates natural sweeteners like maple syrup, cane sugar, or honey instead of processed sugar, thus giving it a healthier twist.
Though you need an ice cream maker to churn it out, the end result is totally worth it.
Recipe: bananasaboutlife.com
5. Lemon Curd Cake
Ready in: 1 hr
When it comes to gluten and dairy free desserts recipes, this lemon curd cake is a total crowd-pleaser.
The lemon curd is the hero of the dish which adds its signature citrusy zing, and…
All you need to do is make the curd, make the cake, swirl them together, and bake (sounds easy doesn’t it!).
Recipe: peanutbutterpluschocolate.com
6. Gluten-Free and Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake
Ready in: 25 mins
If you’re looking for a dessert recipe to bring to a party, this strawberry cheesecake has got you!
Whenever I look at it, I just want to grab my spoon and give in to my indulgence.
And, if the strawberries are out of season, you can still make it using blueberries, mango, raspberries, and so on.
Recipe: themovementmenu.com
7. Irish Tea Cake
Ready in: 1 hr 10 mins
This Irish cake is so fluffy and light that it can easily go with your- well, tea, and it is not so overly sweet as well.
It can easily be one of your next favorite gluten free dairy free dessert recipes because it is also nut-free (say bye-bye to allergies!)
Plus, you can also pair it with a fruit, and have it in your breakfasts and lunches.
Recipe: laneandgreyfare.com
8. Ultra Creamy Easy Cannoli Cheesecake
Ready in: 5 hrs 20 mins
This cannoli cheesecake will transport you straight to the streets of Italy with its crispy oat crust and buttery mascarpone filling.
It combines vegan sour cream, heavy cream, and cream cheese responsible for its lush texture, and baking powder reducing the cake’s acidic content.
But it’s the chocolate chips dotted all around that raise the cake’s crunchiness and sweetness to an eleven!
Recipe: thebananadairies.com
9. No Bake Mango Cheesecake
Ready in: 4 hrs 45 mins
Whether you want to rejuvenate yourself or want to eat something tasty, this mango cheesecake is perfect.
It is the ultimate marriage between mango and cheesecake, and it is packed with summery flavors.
Don’t blame me if you can’t stop yourself from eating it.
Recipe: wholefoodsoulfoodkitchen.com
10. Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
When it comes to gluten and dairy free dessert recipes, nothing can beat these peanut butter cookies.
You only need a handful of ingredients and the peanut butter does most of the heavy lifting here.
It comes together rather quickly in a single bowl only, so you’ll have a mess-free kitchen and time left on your hands.
Recipe: amyshealthybaking.com
11. Brownie Trifle
Ready in: 4 hrs 25 mins
Warning!- stand your ground while you can, the sweet tooths are coming to steal this brownie trifle away from you.
The rich layers of chocolate brownies, whipped cream, and chocolate chia mousse make it so delectable to look at.
Cool it in the refrigerator and sprinkle on chocolate shavings before serving.
Recipe: downshiftology.com
12. Coconut Cream Bars
Ready in: 15 mins
Make your significant other’s Valentine’s Day special with these coconut cream bars.
You can whip up both the crust and the filling using a single bowl, and it only takes 15 minutes to prepare.
Creating these gluten free and dairy free dessert recipes has never been this simple!
Recipe: bakeitpaleo.com
13. Gluten-Free Vegan Orange Poppy Seed Muffins
Ready in: 35 mins
I believe muffins are underrated forms of gluten dairy free dessert recipes.
These orange poppy seed muffins are moist, fluffy, fragrant, and nutty.
And, you can store them in the fridge for a few days without worrying about them ever getting spoiled.
Recipe: rhiansrecipes.com
14. Allergy-Friendly Mississippi Mud Brownies
Ready in: 48 mins
If there’s one weakness that I’m not able to overcome- it’s brownies.
These allergy-free morsels are gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, and nut-free.
All it takes are 3 simple steps to achieve its chewy goodness.
Recipe: allergyawesomeness.com
15. Vegan Banoffee Pie
Ready in: 2 hrs 40 mins
You gotta try this banoffee pie that is bursting with flavor and texture.
You’ll need plain sweet cookies (gluten-free, of course!), and vegan butter to make the crust- brown sugar, coconut cream, and corn flour for the caramel, and whipped cream, bananas, and chocolate while assembling.
Seriously, these gluten and dairy free desserts recipes are getting out of hand!
Recipe: rainbownourishments.com
16. Gluten-Free Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
Ready in: 2 hrs 30 mins
These cinnamon rolls are going to sweeten up your mornings in no time.
They are full of pillowy soft and buttery goodness that are incredibly delicious.
Glaze it with cream cheese frosting, and get ready to have your mind blown!
Recipe: bromabakery.com
17. Lemon Blueberry Cake
Ready in: 35 mins
This one-bowl wonder only takes mere minutes to bring it to fruition and stores for at least 5 days.
So, you can easily meal prep this cake, and will not need to wipe up your kitchen shelves.
Truly a lifesaver!
Recipe: thebigmansworld.com
18. Chocolate Truffle Tart
Ready in: 1 hr 30 mins
This chocolate truffle tart had to be on this list of gluten free dairy free dessert recipes!
It is full of chocolaty goodness and is paleo-friendly too.
No matter how hard I try, chocolate is always the winner for me.
Recipe: downshiftology.com
19. Raw Vegan Lamingtons Raspberry Chocolate
Ready in: 35 mins
Inspired by Anzac biscuits, these lamingtons will be perfect for your treat of the day.
Made from raw cashews and dissected coconuts, they are super rich and fluffy.
And the raspberry sauce adds in a fruity twist.
Recipe: foodiegee.com
20. Vegan Berry Crumbled bars
Ready in: 1 hr 5 mins
I love gluten and dairy free dessert recipes that don’t make me like I’m missing out.
That’s why these crumbled bars are my go-to’s which are so succulent, crunchy, and chewy.
Oh, did I mention they are healthy as well?!
Recipe: wellnessbykay.com
21. Gluten-Free Lemon Bars
Ready in: 4 hrs
These lemon bars are one of the gluten free and dairy free dessert recipes that I’m a huge fan of!
These are made with shortbread crusts that are glazed with lemon filling, and dusted with powdered sugar on top.
So good!
Recipe: mamaknowsglutenfree.com
22. The Best Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake
Ready in: 55 mins
I think you agree that there are some things that only a good slice of chocolate cake can do.
The cake made of coconut milk, gluten-free all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract is smothered in a rich and velvety chocolate ganache.
What more could you ask for?
Recipe: theroastedroot.net
23. Flourless Orange Cake
Ready in: 1 hr 25 mins
This orange cake screams simple and scrumptious!
The oranges are responsible for the citrusy goodness, while the eggs give structure to the cake and bind the ingredients together.
What makes it different from other gluten dairy free dessert recipes? It’s the almond meal that replaces all kinds of flour.
Recipe: bakingenvy.com
24. Matcha Fudge
Ready in: 2 hrs
Start your morning with a quick bite of this matcha fudge that only needs 5 ingredients.
Just throw together coconut milk, matcha powder, white chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt in a baking dish, and freeze them to make them irresistible.
Plus, the green color from matcha powder makes this dessert distinctive and eye-catching!
Recipe: purelykaylie.com
25. Coconut Caramel Flan
Ready in: 3 hrs 10 mins
Another one of the most decadent gluten and dairy free desserts recipes is this coconut caramel flan that is as tasty as it is appealing to look.
Requiring only 4 ingredients- coconut milk, caramel sauce, soy milk, and eggs, you’ll have a bouncy pudding at your dinner table for everyone to enjoy!
Even though the prep takes some time, I’m telling ya, don’t miss out on this one, or you’ll regret it.
Recipe: cocoandcamellia.com
What Do You Think?
I’ve gathered this list of gluten free dairy free dessert recipes that can help you to stay on a vegan and gluten free diet, without compromising on flavor.
How many of these gluten and dairy free dessert recipes have you tried? What’s your favorite one? If I missed any, please let me know in the comments section below!
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Thank you for including my recipe! I can’t wait to try all the others. 🙂
Glad you enjoyed them Ciarra!