15 Quick Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Dessert Recipes to Try at Home

Author: Dr. Alexis McNeil

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Time to read: 15 min

Whether you are a skilled baker or someone who loves a healthy sweet treat, our gluten-free, dairy-free dessert recipes will definitely be your new favorites. I have personally tried all of these recipes on multiple occasions, and they turn out absolutely delicious every time. The healthy alternatives to gluten, dairy, and eggs help you enjoy life’s greatest gift—desserts—guilt-free.


You will find the same low-carb, sugar-free pattern in all our detoxed recipes. I have used the Detox Desserts Swaps as substitutes for gluten, eggs, sugar, and butter. These ingredients are healthier, vegan-friendly, fiber-rich, and lower-calorie.


Many people have a hard time digesting dairy, some avoid dairy for ethical & environmental reasons, and there are also people who simply do not like it. Therefore, I made these healthy dessert recipes dairy-free so that everyone can enjoy them without a grain-sized doubt.


Whether you are craving something rich & creamy or a crumbly cookie, you will find a quick gluten free dessert recipe here.

Best Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Dessert Recipes

1. Salted Caramel Brownies Recipe

When you say chocolate, I hear brownies!

Our mouth-watering gluten-free brownies are the last thing you need to miss. The buttery caramel baked on top is a sweet bonus to the ultra-dense and chewy brownie base. Our detoxed version takes minutes to whip-up and they store well for days. The best part is that these brownies taste as delicious as the traditional ones but without the sugar, cholesterol, or carbohydrate guilt.


salted Caramel Brownie Recipe

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Prep time

20 min.

Bake time

25-30 min.

Baking temperature

325 degree F

Total Servings

16

Serving size

1 brownie

Ideal Consumers

Kids and adults on a healthy diet or those sensitive to gluten, dairy, or eggs 

Quick Recipe Notes

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. 
  • Prepare the batter by mixing wet and dry ingredients and let it sit for 5 minutes. 
  • Stir for a minute before pressing into the baking pan. 
  • Prepare the caramel topping by boiling the ingredients in a separate saucepan over medium heat. 
  • Pour it evenly over the brownie batter and bake for 25-30 minutes.
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2. Fig Bars - Gluten-Free Dessert Recipe

Make your kids these yummy gluten-free fig bars so they don’t fill up on sugary, store-bought snacks. These chewy, jam-filled bars are perfect for school lunches, trips, and picnics.


Figs are your gut’s best friend. Their high fiber content, combined with the psyllium husk in our Swaps, keeps you full and constipation-free . This gluten-free dessert recipe tastes like the real deal, oozing with gooey jam, nutrition, and, of course, guilt-free sweetness.


Fig Bars Recipe

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Prep time

30 min.

Bake time

15 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

16

Serving size

2 Bars

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, Kids & adults with constipation, IBS, gluten or dairy allergy, Paleo followers 

Quick Recipe Notes

  • Soak figs in hot water for 10 mins and then blend to make their jam. 
  • Make the batter with Flour Swap, Sugar Swap, salt, spices, vanilla extract, Egg Swap, and Butter Swap.
  • Let it sit for 5 minutes and knead for a minute. Divide the dough in half, press into a large rectangle, and spread the jam on top.
  • Cut into 16 cookies, bake for 15-20 minutes, and enjoy.
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3. Gluten-Free Cherry Almond Scone Recipe

The sweetness of cherry + the strength of almonds = Nourishing and delicious!


The Detox Desserts Cherry Almond Scone is the perfect on-the-go recipe for road trips, picnics, and school lunches. Tiring day at work? Bring a scone to keep your energy up and attitude bright!


It’s a detoxed version of an American-style scone, and just like it, is perfectly moist in the center with crumbly edges. In just 10 minutes, you can turn your dull day around with this sweet delight.


Scone Recipe

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Prep time

15 min.

Bake time

20 min.

Baking temperature

400 degrees F for first 10 min.

350 degrees F for the last 10 min.

Total Servings

8

Serving size

1 Scone

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, Keto followers, people sensitive to gluten, dairy, or eggs 

Quick Recipe Notes

  • Make the dough by mixing the dry and wet ingredients. 
  • Knead after leaving it for 5 minutes and add dried cherries and almonds. Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces.
  • Start at 400 degrees for 10 minutes and then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees and bake for an additional 8-9 minutes. 
  • Make a dripping glaze in a separate bowl and drizzle each scone.
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4. Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffin Recipe

Who doesn’t love blueberries, especially in the shape of a muffin?


These gluten-free blueberry muffins will be the next favorite snack for kids and kids at heart (yes, you!). Soft, sweet, and equally healthy, these muffins are packed with nutritious ingredients for guilt-free snacking.


The antioxidants in blueberries fight inflammation, while our detox swaps nourish the friendly gut bacteria. Anyone sensitive to gluten, dairy, or animal foods can make this zero-gluten snack within minutes.


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Prep time

10 min.

Bake time

20 min.

Baking temperature

375-400 degrees F

Total Servings

12

Serving size

1 Muffin

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, paleo diet followers, kids & adults sensitive to gluten, eggs or dairy

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Preheat the oven to 375-400 degrees.
  • Combine the flour and sugar swap, salt, and baking powder first, followed by the egg and butter swap, almond milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Whisk well. 
  • Let it rest for 5 minutes before folding in the blueberries. 
  • Bake for 20 minutes and enjoy these moist muffins for up to 5 days. 
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5. Vegan Lime Pie Bars Recipe

Another great treat for vegans and zero-gluten followers is this Lime Pie cut into small, tangy bars.


If your ideal dessert is sweet with a tarty touch, you’ve got to give this recipe a try. One bite of the creamy custard blended with the crumbly shortbread crust will hit all your taste buds at once.


Don’t worry; it’s completely sugar-free and still sweet.


salted Caramel Brownie Recipe

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Prep time

20 min.

Bake time

35-40 min.

Baking temperature

325 degree F

Total Servings

16

Serving size

1 large bar (61g)

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, kids & adults sensitive to Gluten, dairy, or eggs 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Make the crust by mixing dry and wet ingredients well until you get a crumbly dough. 
  • Press it into the baking tray and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  • Blend avocado, lime, and other filling ingredients in a high-speed blender until it turns creamy. 
  • Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 35-40 minutes. 
  • Cool the pie overnight and garnish with whipped coconut cream.
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6. Keto Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Miss chocolate chip cookies since your dairy sensitivity? No more missing out with this easy recipe for a nostalgic, sweet treat.


Our detox chocolate chip cookies are made with zero dairy, zero sugar, and, obviously, zero gluten. It’s also one of the quickest and easy gluten free dessert recipes you will ever find.


You only need to be patient for 30 minutes, and trust me, the final chewy, buttery bites will be worth every minute!


Chocolate Chip Cookie  Recipe

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Prep time

15 min.

Bake time

13 min.

Baking temperature

325 degree F

Total Servings

18

Serving size

1 large cookie

Ideal Consumers

Keto followers, vegans, kids & adults sensitive to gluten, dairy, or eggs 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Mix dry and wet ingredients well using a large spoon or electric mixer until no lumps remain. 
  • Let the cookie dough sit for 5 minutes and stir again. 
  • Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts (optional) and make equal medium-sized balls. 
  • Press them on the parchment paper and bake for about 12-13 minutes until the bottom turns golden.
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7. Keto Banana Bread Recipe

Who says you can’t eat bread on keto? Not me! It is totally allowed, but only if you use a gluten-free keto version like this one!


This banana bread recipe makes a soft, fluffy, and ready-to-eat treat. It’s a great way to get extra fiber when you are on both keto and gluten-free diets.


You can eat it warm topped with your favorite buttery spread or smear peanut butter between 2 pieces for a decadent lunchtime sandwich; the possibilities are endless.


salted Caramel Brownie Recipe

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Prep time

10 min.

Bake time

25-45 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

8

Serving size

1 large slice

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, kids, and adults with, gluten, eggs, or dairy allergies, anyone watching their weight, Keto & Paleo followers 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Grease a loaf pan well or line it with parchment paper. 
  • Mix flour and sugar swap, salt, and baking soda. 
  • Blend well after adding banana, butter swap, egg swap, and vanilla extract.
  • Leave the batter for 5 minutes and mix again. 
  • Bake for 25-40 minutes until you see a golden, fluffy bread.
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8. Chocolate Blackout Cupcake Recipe

Yes, you can eat chocolate cupcakes even on a gluten and sugar-free diet!


Our chocolate blackout cupcakes are the king of the gluten free baking world. They are velvety, soft, and mouth-watering moist, topped with the delicious chocolate buttercream for an ultra-rich cupcake experience.


These cupcakes are sugar-free and loaded with fiber to satisfy your hunger. The double boost of coffee and cocoa creates an explosion of chocolaty flavor in every bite.


salted Caramel Brownie Recipe

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Prep time

35 min.

Bake time

25 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

12

Serving size

1 cupcake

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, keto & low-sugar followers, kids and adults with gluten, dairy, or eggs allergy 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Mix the dry ingredients first, then blend well after adding the wet ingredients. 
  • Let the batter sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again. Bake the cupcakes for 22-27 minutes.
  • For the frosting, use an electric mixer to beat all the ingredients together.
  • Add hot coffee gradually until you get a thick texture.
  • Spread this chocolate frosting on your cupcakes however you like.
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9. Gluten-Free Mini Fruit Tart Recipe

The term ‘fruit’ in a dessert name does not mean it's healthy. But our detoxed fruit tart recipe is both healthy and caters to people with multiple food sensitivities.


This gluten-free version uses real fruit, an easy homemade vanilla custard, and a buttery shortbread crust, but it’s completely dairy-free! It’s not loaded with calories like traditional fruit tarts but still tastes equally delicious.


And you know the best part? It contains nine times more fiber than the bakery ones. Amazing, right? 


salted Caramel Brownie Recipe

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Prep time

20 min.

Bake time

25-50 min. (depending on tray size)

Baking temperature

325 degree F

Total Servings

8

Serving size

1 large slice (190g)

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, Kids and adults with gluten, eggs, or dairy allergy, people on a low-carb diet 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Combine salt, flour, and sugar swap in a small bowl. Add butter swap, and blend well using a fork. 
  • Add hot water gradually until a crumbly, thick dough forms. 
  • Press the dough into a tart pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  • Blend the custard-filling ingredients in a blender for 20 seconds.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared crust and bake for 25-50 minutes until you see the filling bubbling.
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10. Gluten-Free Tres Leches Cake

We know you have a lot of questions about this recipe. Tres Leches and dairy-free? Impossible. Nope, it’s not. At least not at Detox Desserts!


You can now enjoy the Classic Mexican Tres Leches cake in its better, healthier version, thanks to our Detox Swaps which taste just as delicious.


The recipe holds the goodness of strawberries and fibrous flour swaps and is also among the best gluten free dessert recipes, especially for Arizonians. It’s going to be a hit at the next big family gathering! 


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Prep time

45 min.

Bake time

35 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

9

Serving size

1 large slice (210g)

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, kids, adults, and seniors sensitive to eggs, dairy, or gluten, people watching their weight and following a healthy diet.

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Mix the ingredients for the leche layer and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes. In a separate bowl, mix the cake ingredients well and bake for 35 minutes.
  • Make holes in the cake bottom using a fork and transfer it to half of the leche mixture. Poke the other side of the cake and pour the remaining leche layer evenly on top. 
  • Beat the coconut cream, sugar swap, salt, and vanilla in a high-speed electric blender until firm peaks form.
  • Garnish the cake with the delicious coconut topping and berries. Refrigerate overnight for the best taste.
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11. Gluten-Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe

Our next best dessert on the gluten-free line-up is a pineapple cake in all its glory.


This popular summertime confection is already everyone’s favorite. Our detoxed version makes it one of the most effortless gluten and dairy-free dessert recipes because you don’t even have to make frosting.


The sweet vanilla cake becomes extra sweet with pineapple and cherries. The final display looks like an art piece and makes the perfect guilt-free dessert for any occasion.


Pineapple upside down cake

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Prep time

20 min.

Bake time

45 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

8

Serving size

1 large piece (151g)

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, kids, and adults on a healthy, keto, gluten or dairy-free diet 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Prepare the cake batter and let it sit for 5 minutes.

  • Sprinkle Sugar Swap into a pie dish and line with pineapple slices and cherries.

  • Pour the cake batter on top and bake for about 40-45 minutes until it turns golden.

  • Refrigerate overnight for the best taste and mouth-melting texture.

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12. Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Recipe

They say all good things take time, and this yummy gluten-free carrot cake proves it.


If you're craving something that nourishes your gut, has extra protein, and takes you on a sweet journey, get the ingredients for this carrot cake. The nuts and shredded carrots give this cake the ideal texture while the spices give it a warm flavor.


P.S . It’s one of the best gluten-free dessert recipes to try if your weight gain journey is stuck due to cravings.


Pineapple upside down cake

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Prep time

45 min.

Bake time

45 min.

Baking temperature

325 degree F

Total Servings

14

Serving size

1 large slice (172g)

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, Keto, Paleo, and anyone watching their weight. Kids and adults sensitive to gluten or animal foods 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Mix the cake ingredients well and let the dough rest for 5 minutes. Add carrots, walnuts, and coconut.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
  • Use a hand mixer to blend the frosting ingredients well.
  • Gradually add plant milk until a smooth frosting consistency is achieved.
  • Frost your cake then decorate with walnuts or coconut shreds, if desired.
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13. Zero-Gluten Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Sensitivity to dairy can make you miss out on some of the yummiest desserts, like peanut butter cookies. Fortunately, we have a gluten-free recipe for that too.


The Detox Desserts zero-gluten peanut butter cookies are the perfect mid-morning sweet to energize you for the day. The recipe is suitable for anyone who loves their health and has enough will to wait for a quick 30 minutes while you whip these up.


The core ingredients are our high-fiber Detox swaps and unsweetened nut butter, a killer combo for insulin sensitivity and low-carb dieting.


Peanut Butter Cookies

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Prep time

20 min.

Bake time

8 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

15 sandwich cookies

Serving size

1 large sandwich cookie (42g)

Ideal Consumers

Vegans, kids, and adults sensitive to gluten or animal foods, anyone watching their weight or following a low carb diet. 

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Blend the wet and dry ingredients with a large spoon or an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes until you get a thick cookie dough.
  • Divide it into equal, round cookies and bake for 7-8 minutes.
  • Mix unsweetened peanut butter, sugar swap, salt, and vanilla extract, and slowly add hot water to make a thick frosting.
  • Spread the butter between two cookies to make a dense, chewy sandwich.
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14. Keto Cake Pops Recipe

If your kids are addicted to high-sugar desserts on a stick, stop worrying and make them a healthier version.


This detoxed cake pops recipe will keep the kids sane while nourishing their growing bodies. It's far lower in calories and higher in fiber and protein than the colorful candy coated pops at the coffee shop.


These ready-to-eat pops take all the spotlight at birthday parties and celebrations. Consider this recipe a fun Sunday activity for quality family time and healthy indulging.


Cake Pops

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Prep time

50 min.

Bake time

25 min.

Baking temperature

350 degree F

Total Servings

24 pops

Serving size

1 large cake pop (65g)

Ideal Consumers

Kids, vegans, keto followers, and adults sensitive to gluten, dairy, or eggs

Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Prepare the cake batter and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Press it into the cake pan and bake for about 25 minutes.
  • Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl. Prepare the frosting and fold it into the cake crumbs until it sticks well.
  • Make golf-ball-sized cake balls and space them out on a baking tray.
  • Dip lollipop sticks into melted chocolate and push them into the cake balls.
  • When the pops are set, dip them into chocolate for the final coating.
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15. Gluten-Free Sugar-Free Lemon Bars Recipe

Prepare for a trip to dessert paradise with these sugar-free lemon bars, all free of gluten and dairy.


Our Detoxed lemon bars are as nostalgic as you remember from childhood but without the high-sugar fatality. The crumbly, buttery shortbread crust perfectly supports the creamy, tangy lemon filling.


The recipe makes sweet, tarty, and protein-rich bars packed with Vitamin C and fiber. Remember, Detox Desserts always promises lower-calorie and sugar-free delights to light up your days.


Pineapple upside down cake

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Prep time

20 min.

Bake time

35 min.

Baking temperature

325 degree F

Total Servings

16

Serving size

1 large bar (80g)

Ideal Consumers

Kids, vegans, and adults sensitive to gluten, dairy, or eggs; people with insulin resistance or anyone following a low-carb diet



Quick Recipe Notes:

  • Make the shortbread crust by mixing the dry and wet ingredients well.
  • Add hot water tbsp by tbsp until you get a crumbly, sticky texture.
  • Press into a baking tray and bake for 8-10 minutes. 
  • Prepare the lemon filling by blending all the ingredients. Pour the filling on top of the crust and bake for about 35 minutes.
  • Let the bars set overnight in the fridge and cut into 16 equal pieces in the morning.
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Go Gut Healthy With Detoxed Recipes

Gluten, dairy, eggs and sugar are the main reason people have to stay away from baking. Unfortunately, these ingredients are also the backbone of desserts. We have replaced all these bad boys with our healthy Detox Swaps to give you some amazing gluten-free, dairy-free dessert recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth.


All of these Detoxed, gluten and dairy free recipes are also low in sugar, carbs, and total calories. In fact, our Detox Swaps make them higher in protein and fiber content—the ideal combination for a healthy body and speedy metabolism. Enjoy these treats on a family fun day, a birthday or anytime you crave guilt-free sweetness.


Life with allergies and restrictions is hard - missing out on mouth-watering desserts will only make it harder. Detox Desserts makes it easy for everyone to indulge in their favorite sweets anytime, without restriction.  Cheers to your delicious health!

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