13 Flourless Desserts Everyone Will Love

Gluten-Free and Delicious

chocolate and amaretto torte

The Spruce / Elaine Lemm

Whether you're looking for Passover-friendly sweets, follow a gluten-free diet, or just love the rich decadence of flourless cakes, there's a fantastic selection to bake up at home. Chocoholics and sweet teeth of all types will find something to enjoy—many of which can be made ahead and stored to make dessert even easier. Explore the variety of flavors and styles to add to your repertoire.

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    Gluten-Free Fudge Brownies

    Gluten Free Fudge Brownies

    The Spruce / Miri Rotkovitz

    You don't have to miss out on bake-sale favorite brownies just because you're avoiding gluten. Almond flour or meal gives these rich, fudgy brownies that signature texture. Flour or meal work interchangeably in this recipe and you can make your own by grinding almonds into a fine texture if you can't find it in the store. It keeps tightly-covered in the cupboard if you make extra.

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    Apple and Date Charoset Truffles

    Apple and Date Charoset Truffles

    The Spruce /  Anita Schecter

    Charoset is a traditional Passover food because the texture of the apple and date balls is reminiscent of the mortar the Israelites used when they were enslaved people in Egypt. But you don't have to limit these fruit and nut truffles to Passover; they're delectable any time of year. Kids would love helping to roll the truffles in sugar and spices.

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    Chocolate Flan

    Chocolate Flan

    The Spruce Eats / Elaine Lemm

    The Spanish egg custard known as flan doesn't include flour. For a delicious twist on the original, try this chocolate flan recipe. It requires just four ingredients and is stunning when adorned with fruit, caramel sauce, or chocolate shavings.

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    Coconut Cookies

    Coconut Cookies

    Kristina Vanni 

    Chewy and perfectly sweet, these coconut cookies are gluten-free. A whipped egg white holds the whole low-fat mixture together, and coconut adds a tropical flavor. Add a handful of finely chopped nuts or drizzle with a little dark chocolate to make them extra special.

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    Gluten-Free Coconut Flour Cookies

    Gluten-free coconut flour cookies

     The Spruce / Jessie Sheehan

    While the other coconut cookies recipe in this collection is made without any gluten-free flour at all, this gluten-free coconut flour cookies recipe is made with coconut flour, a celiac-friendly ingredient. Roughly chopped chocolate, coconut extract, and sweetened shredded coconut add just the right touches to make this a standout.

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    Gluten-Free Yellow Cake

    Gluten Free Cake

    Kristina Vanni 

    This flourless recipe is perfect to have on hand for any occasion where a gluten-free cake is called for. Unsweetened coconut and almond flour eliminate the need for not only regular flour but also gluten-free alternatives. The five egg yolks give the cake a lovely golden color, and as it is made in one bowl, the recipe is simple to prepare and clean up. A sprinkling of powdered sugar and a few raspberries on top are the finishing touch.

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    Flourless Chocolate Torte

    chocolate and amaretto torte

    The Spruce / Elaine Lemm

    This rich chocolate torte doesn’t miss the flour, thanks to decadent chocolate, eggs, butter, sugar, and a generous helping of amaretto. It comes together quickly and easily, and will keep in an airtight container for several days. Make it ahead to bring to a holiday celebration, enjoy it on Valentine's Day, or have on hand for surprise guests.

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    Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Grain-Free Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    The Spruce / Jennifer Perillo 

    These cookies have all of the qualities of the beloved chocolate chip but without the gluten. Almond flour is substituted for all-purpose, adding a nice hint of flavor to these crispy, thin cookies with a slightly chewy texture. Be mindful the dough spreads a lot while baking so make sure to leave space between scoops.

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    Gluten-Free Macarons

    Gluten-Free Macarons

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    Almond flour, egg whites, and cream of tartar gives these easy macarons their light and airy texture and delightful crunch. Once you make this recipe, you'll never buy a box of macarons instead. Color them any tint you like, for a beautiful platter that your friends will swear you bought at the local bakery.

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    Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Glaze

    Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Glaze

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    While this cake comes out smaller than many recipes, don't let that fool you. One small slice of this fudge-tastic, flourless confection is more than enough. If you have a tart pan with fluted edges, it will make for a beautiful presentation that'll truly wow guests. A silky chocolate glaze rounds out the whole package.

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    Polish Amaretti Cookies

    Polish almond amaretti cookies recipe

    ​The Spruce

    These crispy, crackly almond or "amaretti" cookies are light, airy, and delicious. While the recipe does have multiple steps, it's not at all difficult to make. Using ground nuts instead of flour makes them allergy-friendly and they taste great with a cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa. Make these to share with friends and have the recipe handy. Everyone will be asking for it.

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    Flourless Chocolate Cake

    Flourless Chocolate Cake

    The Spruce / Cara Cormack

    The dense, fudgy texture of this flourless chocolate cake makes it taste like a special-occasion dessert, even if you make it for a weekday treat. If you like a darker chocolate taste, increase the intensity with a mix of dark and bittersweet cocoa.

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    Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies

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    Even if you don't need to stay gluten-free, you'll fall in love with these chocolate chip cookies, which use potato starch instead of all-purpose flour. Hazelnuts give them a delightfully nutty note that goes perfectly with chocolate chips. Use either chopped chocolate or chips or a mix of both for an interesting texture.