If you’ve ever tried gluten-free vegan baking, you know it can feel like a tricky puzzle.

Crumbly cookies, dense cakes… we’ve all been there. But it doesn’t have to be complicated! I’m here to share some simple, practical tips and my favourite plant-based recipes from my kitchen here at Kind Earth so you can create moist, tender desserts and breads with confidence and ease.

Mastering Gluten-Free Vegan Baking

Flour Alternatives for Gluten-Free Success

Choosing the right flour is the foundation of gluten-free baking. Here are the main ones I actually use and love:

  • Chickpea flour – Perfect for savoury bakes like my nutty beet balls.

  • Rice flour – A versatile base that keeps cakes light.

  • Tapioca flour – Adds that lovely springy texture.

  • Gluten-free oat flour – Ideal for wholesome muffins and bakes.

For a balanced base, try a blend I often use in my cakes: 1 cup rice flour, 1 cup oat flour, and ½ cup tapioca starch. Each flour brings its own personality to your creations, keeping textures interesting and delicious.

gluten-free flours with oats

Binding Agents Without Eggs

Eggs can be tricky in vegan baking, but there are brilliant alternatives:

  • Flaxseed “egg” – 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water, let it gel for a few minutes. Essential in my GF bread.

  • Chia seeds – Works the same way as flax and adds a extra dose of superfood nourishment.

  • Sweet potato – Moistens and works as a binder beautifully used in my sweet potato chocolate cake.

  • Banana – Adds natural sweetness and structure, perfect in my La Palma banana bread.

These little swaps let you craft bakes with the perfect texture without ever missing eggs.

Sweetening with Natural Ingredients

Keep things wholesome and tasty with these options:

  • Agave nectar and maple syrup – Smoothly integrates into batters and cakes.

  • Dates – Great for chewy treats like my date walnut bars.

Must-Have Baking Tools

Investing in the right tools makes a big difference:

  • Digital weighing scales – Ensures accurate measuring, essential for gluten-free vegan baking.

  • Oven thermometer – Vital for gluten-free success, especially with tricky cakes.

Even with the simplest tools, confidence in the kitchen comes with practice and a pinch of patience.

My Favourite Gluten-Free Vegan Recipes

Here’s a little collection from Kind Earth to get you baking straight away:

  1. Simple Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes – Fluffy, fudgy little delights that satisfy every chocolate craving.
    Simple Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolae Cupcakes
    chocolate cupcakes gluten-free vegan

  2. La Palma Banana Bread – Moist, naturally sweet banana bread packed with flavour and goodness.
    La Palma Banana Bread recipe

  3. Gluten-Free Bakewell Tart – Also gluten-free vegan with melt-in-the-mouth pastry.
    Gluten-free Bakeweek Tart recipeBakewell Tart - gluten-free, vegan with melt in the mouth pastry by Anastasia, Kind Earth

  4. Nutty Beet Balls – Savoury, nutrient-rich bites with a lovely earthy kick from beets.
    Nutty Beet Balls recipe
    Vegan beet balls with nuts, almonds, pumpkin seed and beetroot

  5. Gluten-Free Vegan Flatbread – Soft, versatile flatbread perfect for wraps, dips, or snacking.
    Gluten-Free Vegan Flatbread recipe
    Gluten-free vegan flat bread rice flour, buckwheat tapioca - by Anastasia, Kind Earth

  6. No-Bake Christmas Cake – Festive, rich, and fruity, with none of the oven fuss.
    No-Bake GF Christmas Cake

  7. Chocolate Orange Gingerbread Cake –  Spiced, zesty, and chocolatey – perfect for sharing with friends.
    Chocolate Orange Gingerbread Cake recipe
    Chocolate Orange Gingerbread Cake - gluten-free, vegan and naturally sweetened by Anastasia at Kind Earth

  8. Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake with Avocado Chocolate Frosting – Moist, decadent, and secretly sneaky with added veg!
    Gluten-free Vegan Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake

  9. Gluten-Free Vegan Bread – The ultimate everyday loaf: soft, hearty, and full of plant-based love.
    Gluten-Free Vegan Bread recipe that works!

    sliced gluten-free vegan bread

  10. Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Cake – Classic chocolate cake that’s effortlessly indulgent and dairy-free.
    Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Cake

    Gluten-free vegan chocolate without refined sugar by Anastasia, Kind Earth

  11. Easy Vegan Veggie Pie Squares – Colourful, savoury bites that make veg irresistible.
    Easy Vegan Veggie Pie Squares

    Vegan veggie pie recipe

  12. Easy No-Bake Vegan Brownies – Fudgy, chewy, and magically simple – no oven required.
    Easy No-Bake Vegan Brownies recipe

Each recipe above comes with tips and tricks straight from my kitchen to yours.

Building a Compassionate Baking Community

Sharing recipes isn’t just about food – it’s about connection. Invite friends over, swap bakes, or share your creations online. Every recipe you share spreads a little kindness and shows that gluten-free vegan baking can be both delicious and joyful.

🔗 Dive Deeper into the Benefits of eating gluten-free

For a comprehensive look at how a gluten-free vegan diet can positively impact your health, check out this insightful article from Healthline

🌱 Final Thoughts

Every time you make food, with love, you create a little act of love – for yourself, your body, and the planet. Try out one of my recipes, experiment with flours and sweeteners, and don’t be afraid to laugh when things get a bit messy. Baking should be joyful, delicious, and kind!

And if you want even more inspiration, my cookbooks are full of recipes, tips to guide you on your gluten-free vegan journey.

Love & Plants
Anastasia x

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