Is your sweet tooth calling? I’ve rounded up 10 healthy gluten-free dessert recipes that will satisfy any craving.
You all know it’s rare to have a day go by that I don’t treat myself to something sweet. I fill up on greens and protein, but I love a healthy dessert. 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 coconut bites to crunchy strawberry truffles and our go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe, there is something for everyone. These recipes are great for anyone, even if you’re not following a gluten-free diet! You’ll notice that all of these recipes contain chocolate… because let’s be real, what’s dessert without chocolate!? Enjoy!
10 Healthy Gluten-Free Desserts
1. Crunchy Almond Butter Chocolate Bars
These crunchy almond butter chocolate bars are a quick, healthy, and delicious gluten-free dessert or treat idea. They call for all gluten-free ingredients, only take 10 minutes of active prep, and can be easily tweaked for my vegan friends.
2. Collagen Protein Brownies
These gluten-free and dairy-free brownies are packed with protein and healthy fats. They make an awesome healthy dessert, and have a fudgy texture. You’ll love them!
3. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cookie Cake
Dud someone say gluten-free cake!? This healthy COOKIE CAKE has a bonus 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. So, you need this.
4. Crunchy Chocolate Strawberry Truffles
Everything about these truffles is perfect: they’re crunchy, sweet, and taste extremely decadent – even though they’re pretty low in sugar.
5. Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies with Avocado Oil
The avocado oil gave these cookies a light, beautiful texture (they’re perfectly soft and chewy), plus a dose of heart-healthy fats, while the brown sugar ensures they’re plenty sweet. These cookies take about 10 minutes to put together, and are kid-approved.
6. 4-Ingredient Samoas via Eating Bird Food
Healthy and simple (but incredible!) 4-Ingredient Samoas that might just taste better than the real deal. Shh… don’t tell the Girl Scouts. Vegan, gluten-free and paleo-friendly. These will soon become your favorite baked good!
7. Salted Almond Chocolate Bark via Kath Eats
Talk about an easy recipe! It calls for only a few ingredients and all of them are naturally gluten-free! Simply use the microwave to melt chocolate, sprinkle with your toppings, and you’re good to go. Tip: cut the bark into big and small pieces so you have options when the chocolate craving hits.
8. Dark Chocolate Almond Coconut Bites via Making Thyme For Health
All you need is 8 ingredients to make these decadent chocolate bites that taste just like an Almond Joy!
9. Grain-Free Peanut Butter Cup Cookies via Ambitious Kitchen
The best grain free peanut butter cup cookies made with a mix of almond flour and coconut flour and topped with dark chocolate peanut butter cups. These healthy peanut butter cup cookies are naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and pack tons of amazing peanut butter flavor!
10. Chocolate Chip Espresso Banana Bread Muffins via PaleOMG
Made with almond butter and coconut flour as the base, these banana bread muffins with espresso powder make for the perfect afternoon pick-me-up, especially paired with fresh fruit.
What healthy treat recipe are you loving lately?
