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    Home » Roundups

    11 Baking Recipes With Alternative Flours

    Published: Mar 5, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Baking with alternative flours like almond, coconut, spelt, and buckwheat flour offers a nutritious twist for classic recipes. It is also a great alternative to anyone who has a dietary restrictions. Because these flours are all gluten free they are perfect for those following a gluten free diet.

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    However, these alternative flours do bake differently from traditional all purpose flour so it is important to follow this collection of recipes to learn how to bake with each type of flour for the best results. With a few adjustments you can enjoy your favorite, cookies, bread and muffins with an added nutritional boost!

    Banana Tahini Cookies

    Stack of banana tahini cookies.
    Photo Credit: Inspired Epicurean

    Banana tahini cookies might be your next comfort treat. These cookies are vegan-friendly and gluten-free, making them a healthier choice with the same flavor as your usual cookies.

    Get the Recipe: Banana Tahini Cookies

    Easy Low-Carb Biscuits

    Cheesy low-carb biscuits.
    Photo Credit: Recipe Shuffle

    Fill your breadbasket with these homemade low-carb biscuits. Made with almond and coconut flour, they have a hint of cheesy flavor and are a real healthy treat anytime!

    Get the Recipe: Easy Low-Carb Biscuits

    Oat Flour Pumpkin Muffins

    Freshly baked oat flour muffins.
    Photo Credit: Recipe Shuffle

    Unleash the autumn vibe with these healthy oat flour pumpkin muffins. Made of wholesome grain ingredients, they are perfect as grab-and-go snacks or quick light snacks any time of the day.

    Get the Recipe: Oat Flour Pumpkin Muffins

    Cassava Flour Bread

    Sliced cassava flour bread.
    Photo Credit: Mom Foodie

    Bake cassava flour bread to make your paleo sandwich extra special. This gluten-free bread is an excellent choice even if you have dietary restrictions. Cassava flour bread is a great dish to make use of cassava flour.

    Get the Recipe: Cassava Flour Bread

    Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake with Sweet Corn Biscuits

    Strawberry shortcake made of sweet corn biscuits.
    Photo Credit: The Addy Bean

    Tweak your traditional strawberry shortcake by making it healthier and gluten-free. Gluten-free strawberry shortcake with sweet corn biscuits is perfect when craving something sweet but feel less guilty about eating it.

    Get the Recipe: Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake with Sweet Corn Biscuits

    Vegan Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Brownies

    Brownies made of sweet potato.
    Photo Credit: Plant Based Folk

    Vegan, gluten-free sweet potato brownies are a must-try. They have the same decadent, rich, chocolatey flavor and fudgy bite. These brownies are less guilt-inducing to eat and can be enjoyed by everyone.

    Get the Recipe: Vegan Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Brownies

    GF Peanut Flour Shortbread Cookies Recipe

    Peanut shortbread cookies cut in squares.
    Photo Credit: Mama Likes To Cook

    You can make flavorful and nutritious peanut shortbread cookies with just three ingredients! These shortbread cookies are easy to make and make an excellent on-the-go snack. They're also a perfect pair with your morning milk drink!

    Get the Recipe: GF Peanut Flour Shortbread Cookies Recipe

    Simple Blueberry Buckwheat Muffins (Gluten-Free)

    Perfectly baked blueberry buckwheat muffins.
    Photo Credit: When Salty and Sweet Unite

    Are you looking for something to add to your fall menu? You've found a gem that will definitely make your menu. Celebrate autumn with gluten-free blueberry buckwheat muffins. They are nutritious, and spiced streusel makes them more flavorful.

    Get the Recipe: Simple Blueberry Buckwheat Muffins (Gluten-Free)

    Perfectly Chewy Ube Mochi Waffles (Gluten-Free)

    Photo Credit: When Salty and Sweet Unite

    Level up your waffles by making ube mochi waffles. These chewy, naturally sweetened waffles are perfect for serving with fresh berries. Kids and adults alike will like them.

    Get the Recipe: Perfectly Chewy Ube Mochi Waffles (Gluten-Free)

    Spelt Flour Banana Bread

    Banana bread made of spelt flour.
    Photo Credit: Where Is My Spoon

    Take your banana bread to the next level by making spelt flour banana bread. Spelt flour is a type of whole grain flour with a nutty and a hint of sweetness flavor. It is a vegan-friendly baked dish perfect for breakfast, snacks, etc.

    Get the Recipe: Spelt Flour Banana Bread

    Savory Lupin Flour Waffles

    A plate of savory lupin flour waffles.
    Photo Credit: LikeHotKeto

    Make a 5-minute nutritious and flavorful dish like savory lupin flour waffles. These waffles are versatile; they can be paired with fried chicken, fresh fruits, or served plain.

    Get the Recipe: Savory Lupin Flour Waffles

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