Gluten-Free Vegan Recipes: Part 3 – Decadent Desserts

⚠️ Disclaimer: If you have celiac disease or severe gluten allergies, always verify ingredients and manufacturing processes. Cross-contamination risks vary by brand and kitchen. This guide is not medical advice—consult a healthcare professional for dietary concerns.

🍫🌿 Indulge in rich, crave-worthy desserts that happen to be gluten-free and vegan! This Part 3 guide covers:
✅ 5 gourmet dessert recipes (no gluten, no animal products)
✅ Repeated GF safety hacks (for new readers)
✅ Baking tips for perfect textures

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Gluten-Free Vegan Desserts: Safety First

Red Flags for Hidden Gluten in Sweets

🚩 “May contain wheat” warnings (common in chocolate chips, powdered sugar)
🚩 Malt flavoring (usually barley-derived)
🚩 Oats without GF certification (often cross-contaminated)

Must-Have GF Vegan Pantry Staples

✔ Flours: Almond, oat (certified GF), coconut, tapioca
✔ Binders: Chia seeds, flax eggs, aquafaba
✔ Sweeteners: Maple syrup, coconut sugar (check for anti-caking agents)

Cross-Contamination Prevention

✔ Use dedicated bakeware (or line with parchment)
✔ Buy separate jars of nut butters to avoid shared knives

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5 Gluten-Free Vegan Dessert Recipes

1. Flourless Chocolate Torte 🍫🔥

Flavor Profile: Rich, fudgy, with a crackly top

Ingredients

• 1½ cups dark chocolate chips (certified GF)
• ½ cup coconut oil
• ¾ cup maple syrup
• 1 cup almond flour
• ½ tsp salt

Method

1. Melt chocolate + oil over double boiler.
2. Whisk in syrup, then almond flour and salt.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 mins in a lined 8-inch pan.

Pro Tip: Dust with cocoa powder + sea salt.

Source: The Vegan Chocolate Cookbook by Fran Costigan

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2. Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake (No-Bake) 🍋🫐

Flavor Profile: Tangy, creamy, with a nutty crust

Ingredients

• Crust:
  • 1 cup GF oat flour
  • ½ cup dates, soaked
• Filling:
  • 1½ cups cashews (soaked 4+ hrs)
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup coconut cream

Method

1. Blend crust ingredients, press into pan.
2. Blend filling until smooth, pour over crust.
3. Freeze 4+ hours. Top with blueberry compote.

Hack: Use silicon molds for easy removal.

Source: Raw Vegan Not Gross by Laura Miller

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3. Chai-Spiced Pumpkin Bread 🎃☕

Flavor Profile: Warm, spiced, with moist crumb

Ingredients

• 1½ cups GF all-purpose flour
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• ½ cup coconut sugar
• 1 tbsp chai spice blend
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Method

1. Whisk dry ingredients, then wet. Combine.
2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45 mins in a loaf pan.

Pro Tip: Drizzle with coconut yogurt glaze.

Source: The Gluten-Free Vegan by Susan O’Brien

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4. Salted Caramel Pecan Bars 🍯🥜

Flavor Profile: Sweet, salty, with crunchy nuts

Ingredients

• Base:
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
• Caramel:
  • ½ cup date paste
  • 2 tbsp tahini
• Topping: ½ cup pecans, toasted

Method

1. Press base into pan, bake 10 mins at 350°F (175°C).
2. Spread caramel, top with pecans. Chill 1 hour.

Hack: Add 1 tsp smoked salt for depth.

Source: Sweet Vegan Treats by Hannah Kaminsky

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5. Matcha White Chocolate Truffles 🍵🤍

Flavor Profile: Earthy, creamy, with bitter-sweet balance

Ingredients

• ½ cup coconut butter
• 2 tbsp matcha powder
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• ½ cup GF vegan white chocolate, melted

Method

1. Blend coconut butter, matcha, and syrup. Chill 30 mins.
2. Roll into balls, dip in chocolate.

Pro Tip: Sprinkle with matcha powder before setting.

Source: The Vegan Japanese Kitchen by Masako Watanabe

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GF Vegan Baking Pro Tips

Texture Fixes

✔ Gummy cakes? Add 1 tsp psyllium husk to batter.
✔ Crumbly dough? Use 1 tbsp ground chia + 3 tbsp water per “egg”.

Storage

❄️ Freeze unbaked dough for cookies/bars (lasts 3 months).
🍰 Thaw cheesecakes 30 mins before serving.

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Final Safety Reminder

✔ Re-check labels every time—ingredients change!
✔ For celiacs: Opt for certified GF vanilla extract (some contain gluten).

Which dessert will you make first? Tag #GFVeganDesserts!

Sources Recap:

1. The Vegan Chocolate Cookbook (Flourless torte)
2. Raw Vegan Not Gross (Cheesecake)
3. The Gluten-Free Vegan (Pumpkin bread)
4. Sweet Vegan Treats (Pecan bars)
5. The Vegan Japanese Kitchen (Matcha truffles)