16 Almond Flour Recipes for Delectable Gluten-Free Baking

Gluten-free baking has increasingly become a sought-after method for many health-conscious individuals looking for alternatives to traditional baking methods and ingredients. One of the stars in this culinary movement is almond flour, a staple ingredient that promises not just healthier baking but also a delightful taste and texture. When incorporated into cookie recipes, almond flour imparts a uniquely rich, nutty flavor that everyone can appreciate. Baked goods made with almond flour are not just great for those looking to avoid gluten, but can also be the star ingredient in crowd-pleasing desserts that everyone will enjoy. From classic vintage desserts like upside-down cake to vegan jam bars that will rule the bake sale, you'll find so many delicious options in this roundup—starting with these cookies. Golden milk highlights the warm flavor and fortifying health benefits of turmeric. These cookies take that flavor and infuses it into a tender almond cookie with a flavor like no other.

Everyone loves a warm, chewy chocolate chip cookie. These are gluten-free and grain-free with plenty of gooey chocolate chip cookies and topped with flaky sea salt for a little crunch.

Even for breakfast, almond flour can create fluffy, tender treats that will kick off the day right. Take these almond flour pancakes, for example. They cook up just as pillowy and light as your favorite wheat-based version. Finish them off melted butter and maple syrup, or berries and whipped cream!

Anything but dry, these blueberry muffins are light, tender and full of flavor. Whole milk yogurt adds moisture, while a blend of gluten-free baking flour and almond flour combine to make a texture that will make you rethink everything you ever thought about gluten-free baked goods.

It may seem impossible to find a great gluten-free bagel, but at least you can make a simple gluten-free everything bagel-inspired bread to satisfy the craving. Toast a slice and top it with cream cheese and lox, eggs and cheese, or just a smear of melted butter.

When citrus comes in season, there’s nothing like highlighting the bright, sunny flavors in a delicious dessert. This gluten-free upside down cake utilizes the same bit of culinary magic as a classic pineapple upside-down cake, except with a tender almond cake.

These shortcakes have a perfectly soft texture thanks to a gluten-free flour blend in addition to almond and coconut flour. Paired with fluffy whipped cream (or whipped coconut cream, if you prefer) and some ripe sliced strawberries, this is the perfect summer treat.

Even those that have no interest in eating gluten-free desserts will come back for seconds of these delectably chocolatey cookies. Full of healthful fats and easy-to-digest sugars, these cookies are tasty and guilt-free.

The almond flour makes for a rich, buttery crust that matches perfectly with tart baked apricots. A showering of toasted sliced almonds and powdered sugar finishes this tart off with a show-stopping presentation that’s perfect for impressing guests.

This next cookie recipe is for almond lovers everywhere. With a triple punch of almonds (almond extract, sliced almonds and almond flour), these irresistible cookies have a soft, rich texture thanks to a blend of cream cheese and butter.

It might seem impossible to find a great baked good that’s both gluten-free and vegan. Luckily, cake god Duff Goldman shares his favorite almond shortbread bars that come laced with your favorite fruit jam or preserves.

For something a little different than your standard bake sale fare, try these thin and chewy chocolate chip cookies. A handful of tart dried cherries sets these apart.

A good homemade flatbread recipe can serve as the springboard for so many easy dinners, from a quick personal pizza to roasted chicken wraps. Using just almond flour, tapioca starch and coconut milk, this flatbread recipe is totally gluten-free and totally delicious.

If you need a dessert suitable for a more grown-up crowd, look no further than this chocolate frangipane tart. There’s plenty of rich, dark chocolate flavor plus a few dried black figs studding the soft, chocolate-almond filling.

Special occasions can be a tough time for gluten-free bakers who want to make the iconic holiday frosted cookies of their dreams. This recipe is great for any season and promises the same great taste and texture you remember.