10 Must-Try Cake Recipes for the Gluten-Free Crowd

By Katherine Foreman on April 22, 2016

Gluten-free diets can be hard to accommodate, and they make it even harder to enjoy the rich desserts you crave on a regular basis. The good news is, there’s a way around this restriction! You can officially have your cake and eat it too with these oh-so-sweet and indulgent cake recipes—hold the gluten.

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Blueberry, Lemon, Poppy Seed and Almond Cake

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The flavors keep on piling up in this delectable slice of decadence that's perfect for spring.

Green Kitchen Stories

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Vegan Carrot Cake

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Perfect for brunch or a night in with Netflix—carrot cake is always a great choice.

Gimme Some Oven

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Flourless Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cake

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We dare you to look at this and not think good things about a gluten-free diet.

Yammie's Noshery

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Fudge Cake

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Did someone say fudge? That's a flavor we can all agree on.

A Girl Defloured

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Chocolate Quinoa Cake

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Not only are you bidding gluten good riddance, you're also reaping the added benefits of whole grains like quinoa when you devour this classic cake!

The Hearty Soul

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Strawberries and Cream Cake

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Keep it light and fresh by garnishing with your favorite warm-weather fruit!

Cupcakes and Kale Chips

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Gluten-Free and Vegan Chocolate Cake

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It’s impossible to refuse a cake you don't have to feel all that guilty about eating—with a dusting of powdered sugar, this airy cake doesn't even need icing.

The Pretty Bee

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Funfetti Cake

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Put cake-free birthday parties in the past where they belong! This colorful cake turns the volume up on any celebration.

What the Fork Food Blog

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Pumpkin Cheesecake

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Your favorite fall flavor needn't be limited by season. Need we say more?

Unconventional Baker

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Angel Food Cake

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For those times when all you need is a simple, sweet treat, this light cake recipe fits the bill perfectly. Dress it up with your favorite fruit for a pretty presentation.

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