20 mouth-watering cupcake recipes

vegan and gluten-free cupcake recipes

Who doesn’t love cupcakes? And what better excuse to make a batch (or three) than a whole week dedicated to them? Here’s a list of incredible vegan and gluten-free cupcake recipes for everyone to enjoy. Vegan Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan) by Beaming Baker Chocolate, peppermint, cake, more chocolate … we’re completely sold. And […]

Sticky date & walnut cake

Gluten-free walnut cake

This moist and sticky gluten-free walnut cake is studded with chewy pieces of caramel-like dates and topped with icing for a delicious sweet treat.  Gluten-free sticky date & walnut cake Serves: 8 | Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes   Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose.com Ingredients 250g dates (stones removed) 150g butter, softened 100 g soft brown […]

Raspberry & orange polenta cake

Gluten-free polenta cake

This flourless gluten-free polenta cake, with a satisfyingly crumbly, moist and dense texture, is perfect for enjoying over a cup of tea with friends or packed in a cake tin to take on a picnic. Gluten-free raspberry & orange polenta cake Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose.com Serves: 12 | Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes   GF DF V […]

Lemon and elderflower roulade

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This lovely gluten-free lemon roulade is light, fluffy and with the perfect balance of sharpness from the lemon curd and sweetness from the almond sponge. A slice of this zesty little number will surely put a smile on your face.  Gluten-free lemon and elderflower roulade Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose.com Serves: 6-8 | Total time: 40-45 […]

Beetroot and walnut cupcakes with cream cheese frosting

Gluten-free beetroot cupcakes

These tasty treats are nutty, moist and oh so creamy! Try after dinner when you fancy a little something sweet, or pop one in your lunchbox to improve your day no end. Beetroot and walnut cupcakes with cream cheese frosting Serves: 12 | Preparation time: 25 mins Ingredients For the cupcakes: 170g vacuum-packed cooked beetroot […]

Sugar-free brownie cheesecake

Sugar-free brownie cheesecake

A rich, fudgy sugar-free brownie topped with creamy vanilla cheesecake – this decadent dessert is a sweet treat that won’t send your blood sugars soaring.  Sugar-free brownie cheesecake Recipe by Natvia (www.natvia.co.uk) Serves: 9-12 GF SF EF (option)  Ingredients For the brownie base: 125g unsalted butter 125g sugar-free dark chocolate 3 eggs, lightly whisked or […]

Gluten-free mince pies

Gluten-free mince pies

Get in the Christmas spirit with these traditional gluten-free mince pies recipe. Try this gluten-free mince pies recipe… Gluten-free mince pies Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking time: 15-20 minutes Ingredients 200g Schär Mix It! Universal 15g caster sugar 100g butter 2 medium eggs 1-2 tbsp cold water 411g minced meat 1/2 Bramley apple Zest of one […]

Vegan and gluten-free ‘Thanks a Million’ caramel squares

Vegan and gluten-free caramel squares

Vegan, and free-from gluten and nuts, this version from Pure Family Food is lighter and a lot more tropical than a traditional millionaire shortbread.  Vegan and gluten-free caramel squares Ingredients For the base: 125g (4½oz) coconut oil ½ a large banana, peeled, mashed 50g (1¾oz) coconut sugar 225g (8oz) plain gluten-free flour For the caramel: […]

Raw chocolate caramels 

Raw chocolate caramels 

Sweet date caramel enrobed with rich raw dark chocolate makes for a delicious sweet treat. They’d make fantastic handmade Christmas gifts too!  Raw chocolate caramels  By Niki Behjousiar (www.nikibakes.co.uk) Makes 8-10 | Prep 20 mins plus chilling | Cook 5 mins | Calories 117 (per chocolate) Serves 4 | Prep 5 mins | Cook 35 […]