Gluten-Free Summer Desserts

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Summer is officially here, and I’m ready for the desserts! These fresh-fruit-forward, no-bake, and frozen desserts are all gluten-free, with dairy-free, refined-sugar-free, and vegan options!

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Beat The Heat With Something Sweet

Pack these up for picnics and beach days, or enjoy them when it’s hot to help you cool off.

Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

These strawberry rice krispie treats, or strawberry rice crispy treats, are crispy, chewy, and infused with sweet, fruity flavor. Made with real fruit and a handful of simple ingredients, they’re lower in sugar than store-bought options and are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free-friendly!

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Banana Coconut Milk Nice Cream

This banana coconut milk nice cream recipe makes a creamy vegan and dairy-free dessert with tropical flavors! Healthy soft serve, made in a blender! Paleo + Whole30 options, too.

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Vegan Dirt Pie

Whip up this vegan dirt pie recipe for a show stopping dessert that’s dairy free, gluten-free, and delicious!

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3 No Bake Lemon Cheesecake Bar pieces being stacked on top of one another.

Dairy-Free Lemon Cheesecake Bars

These gluten-free, dairy-free Lemon Cheesecake Bars are an easy, no-bake cheesecake dessert no one can resist! Vegan-friendly.

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Almond Flour Greek Yogurt Cake

This Almond Cake with Greek Yogurt Frosting is incredibly light and fluffy. A gluten-free cake made simply from eggs, almond flour, and berries. When paired with the delicious berry Greek yogurt frosting, it’s a lightened up cake recipe you can feel good about eating.

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Dairy-Free Fruit Ice Cream

Learn how to make fresh fruit ice cream with just five ingredients and no churning for a sweet, cold treat that’s refined sugar-free and easy to make!

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Gluten-Free Zucchini Brownies

This gluten free zucchini brownies recipe is rich, fudgy, and studded with chocolate chips in every bite. No one will guess they’re full of veggies. Dairy-free, too!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie

This strawberry cheesecake smoothie is thick, creamy, and packed with protein. Made with cottage cheese, berries, and simple ingredients, it tastes like dessert but works as a balanced breakfast or post-workout snack—no protein powder required.

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