25+ Healthy Gluten-free Dairy-free Desserts

What’s Inside: This sweet collection of gluten-free, dairy-free desserts is also Paleo and AIP-friendly, making it perfect for mixed company with food sensitivities. No one will know these desserts are healthier and allergen-friendly by the decadent flavors and legit textures. Don’t miss the nut-free coffee cake, grain-free pumpkin pie, brownies, cookies, and ice creams!

My favorite gluten-free dairy-free desserts

Eating gluten-free and dairy-free doesn’t have to mean fun-free, too. As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, mom, and lover of food managing Hashimoto’s (autoimmune disease) and PCOS with diet and lifestyle… having a healthy-ish and allergen-friendly dessert every once in a while is a part of the deal! I’ve rounded up some of my favorite recipes that are also Paleo and AIP-friendly, too!

Top-Rated Desserts by Readers

Before you dig into the full, ever-growing list of goodies below… here are the 5 top-rated reader favorites you can’t miss!

Soft-Baked Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies (AIP-friendly)

4.53 from 74 votes

These Soft-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying allergen-friendly and simple. They're Paleo, AIP-friendly (so, nut-free and egg-free), sweetened with dates, and fast to make.

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Easy Nut-free Chocolate Easter Eggs (Paleo, Allergen-friendly)

4.91 from 20 votes

This easy Chocolate Easter Eggs recipe features my toasted coconut butter, rich chocolate, and toasted coconut flakes. These Easter treats are nut-free, Paleo, and allergen-friendly! (with AIP-options)

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Paleo Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Nut-free, Vegan)

4.74 from 15 votes

A simple dairy-free, raw chocolate pudding made with just 5 key ingredients. Lightly sweetened with just a touch of maple syrup to satisfy a chocolate craving and keep you full with healthy fat from the avocado.

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Easy Paleo Hasselback Apples

4.16 from 53 votes

You can enjoy the best flavors of Fall all in one healthy dessert with these Paleo hasselback apples. They're delicious and easy to make!

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Flourless Pumpkin Muffins (paleo, refined sugar-free)

4.25 from 57 votes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Paleo Flourless Pumpkin Muffins coming right up! These simple, nutritious, and delicious babies will satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings.

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Cakes and Muffins

These baked goods are the real deal! My gluten and dairy-loving family and friends enjoy these right along with me, happily and I know yours will too. Whether it’s for a birthday, holiday, or a little baking therapy on a weekend… I hope these recipes bring you so much joy while nourishing your body using ingredients you can enjoy. You’ll find they’re mostly all Paleo and some are also AIP!

Coconut-Free AIP Banana Bread

4.16 from 59 votes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Naturally sweetened by extra-ripe bananas, a touch of maple syrup, and a pinch of coconut or maple sugar, this simple classic recipe uses a combination of Tigernut and tapioca flour for a perfectly moist tender crumb! (AIP, paleo, coconut-free, gluten-free, grain-free, refined sugar-free)

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Paleo Coffee Cake

4.16 from 146 votes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutty, sweet and packed full of cinnamon, this Paleo coffee cake is crazy good. Make this coffee cake for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert!

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Paleo Carrot Walnut Cake (gluten-free, refined sugar-free)

4.15 from 49 votes

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Spiced and a little sweet, this fluffy carrot cake is the perfect winter treat. Top it off with a little whipped cream for the grand finale! 

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Paleo Blondie Mug Cake with Protein (Gluten-free)

4.62 from 13 votes

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Grain-free Strawberry Tigernut Muffins

4 from 17 votes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Easy Grain-free Muffins made with Tigernut Flour and fresh strawberries are delicious and easy! This is a healthier for you treat with no sugar added and packed with goodness.

(Paleo, Vegan, Refined sugar-free)

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Paleo Pumpkin Banana Bread (Gluten-free, Grain-free, Sugar-Free)

3.71 from 57 votes

Naturally sweetened by banana and a touch of maple syrup, this simple classic recipe using All-purpose Paleo flour has a perfectly moist crumb! (paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, refined sugar-free)

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Flourless Pumpkin Muffins (paleo, refined sugar-free)

4.25 from 57 votes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Paleo Flourless Pumpkin Muffins coming right up! These simple, nutritious, and delicious babies will satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings.

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Cookies

If you’re looking for a sweet fix but don’t feel like spending forever in the kitchen between messing it up and cleaning up after yourself (like me), cookies are my answer! Easy to whip up, often in just one bowl and done baking in less than 15 minutes. Less risk with substitutions, lots of rewards… enjoy these favorites easily, after dinner, when entertaining for a crowd or potluck party, and of course for the holidays!

Soft-Baked Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies (AIP-friendly)

4.53 from 74 votes

These Soft-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying allergen-friendly and simple. They're Paleo, AIP-friendly (so, nut-free and egg-free), sweetened with dates, and fast to make.

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Soft & Chewy Gluten-free Snickerdoodle Cookies (AIP, Paleo)

3.96 from 104 votes

Naturally sweetened with dates and dusted in spicy cinnamon, these simple gluten-free snickerdoodle cookies are light and tasty! They're also AIP-friendly and Paleo, so everyone can enjoy! Cozy up with these sofft and chewy cookies on a chilly afternoon with a cup of tea and warm socks.

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Honey Tahini Tigernut Flour Cookies (Paleo, Nut-free, Egg-free)

4.44 from 46 votes

These quick, one-bowl tigernut flour cookies are made with creamy tahini and honey for a delightful salty-sweet flavor you'll love. They're allergen-friendly, nut-free, egg-free and Paleo!

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Cranberry Almond Shortbread Cookies (Paleo, Gluten-free)

3.68 from 25 votes

Total Time: 22 minutes

EASY to make with simple ingredients – these healthier shortbread cookies are low in sugar but high in flavor! (PALEO, GLUTEN-FREE)

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Candies and Bars

Chocolate lovers, unite! These treats are fun to prepare and personalize, make great gifts, or are handy to have on hand in the fridge for a little moment of joy. They’re way better than anything you can find at a store and much easier on digestion, too.

Irresistible Tahini Dessert Bars (Vegan & Paleo)

4.17 from 67 votes

A nut-free shortbread crust topped with naturally-sweetened tahini caramel and drizzled with dark chocolate makes a healthier homemade Twix Bar of your dreams! It’s Paleo, Vegan, and Nut-free, with an AIP option.

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Easy Nut-free Chocolate Easter Eggs (Paleo, Allergen-friendly)

4.91 from 20 votes

This easy Chocolate Easter Eggs recipe features my toasted coconut butter, rich chocolate, and toasted coconut flakes. These Easter treats are nut-free, Paleo, and allergen-friendly! (with AIP-options)

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Chocolate-covered Pumpkin Banana Truffles

4.09 from 37 votes

These easy no-bake treats are a tasty low-sugar treat you will love this season! Filled with pumpkin and banana that are naturally sweet and your favorite chocolate (or carob for AIP) creates a velvety bite!

(PALEO | VEGAN | AIP-FRIENDLY)

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Dairy-free Chocolate Truffles

4.13 from 40 votes

Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes

This dairy-free chocolate truffle recipe is just 2-ingredients to a delicious, easy dessert! Use your favorite chocolate (I recommend 70% or higher) and full-fat coconut cream for the dreamiest truffles. Get creative with the toppings. I’m using: cacao powder, freeze-dried raspberries, and shredded coconut on mine! (paleo, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, no bake)

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Brownies and Blondies

Are you team brownie or blondie? With these recipes, you might feel torn… enjoy making them both to decide! Each of these recipes have hidden veggies and are low in sugar, especially when compared to your average boxed or homemade recipe but you’re also free to customize and make them sweeter!

Paleo Plantain Blondies (Vegan, No Added Sugar)

3.75 from 8 votes

These “pegan” (vegan + paleo) blondies are moist, chewy in the middle with a light golden crust on top and naturally sweet from yellow plantains with NO added sugar at all. Eat these for dessert or breakfast – they’re that good and nutritious!

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Paleo Squash Brownies (lightly sweetened)

4.22 from 23 votes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Healthy paleo brownies made with squash and lightly sweetened for a delicious treat!

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Pies and Baked Fruit

Baked fruit and pies make a decadent, nutritious end to any meal on any occasion! It’s especially a favorite when I’m needing to make use of fruit before it spoils and transforming it into a gooey dessert. Whether it’s berries and stone fruit in the summer or apples and pears in the winter… you can’t go wrong!

Maple Pecan Crumble Apple Pie (Paleo)

4.39 from 68 votes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Naturally sweet apples in a perfectly spiced sauce fill this simple coconut crust and are topped by a lightly sweetened maple-pecan crumble. (PALEO, GLUTEN-FREE, GRAIN-FREE, REFINED SUGAR-FREE)

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Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp (AIP, Paleo, Vegan)

3.95 from 89 votes

Total Time: 35 minutes

I’ve got your new SUMMER DESSERT to eat all season long. With a simple template, you can make your own and this fabulous recipe – you’re all set to be the host(ess) with the most(ess). 

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Easy Paleo Hasselback Apples

4.16 from 53 votes

You can enjoy the best flavors of Fall all in one healthy dessert with these Paleo hasselback apples. They're delicious and easy to make!

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Paleo Pumpkin Pie

3.96 from 23 votes

Easy, classic pumpkin pie for every Autumn occasion that's Gluten-free and Paleo!

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Raw Matcha Coconut Cream Pie (Vegan, Paleo, Refined sugar-free)

3.82 from 16 votes

This raw, dairy-free treat is easy to make and will be a favorite this summer sitting in your freezer. The bitter green matcha combined with creamy coconut and a touch of natural sweetener will feed your dessert craving without a sugar overload.

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Ice Creams and Popsicles

Who needs dairy for ice cream? Not me! These are LEGIT and easy, too!

No-Dairy Chocolate Custard Ice Cream (Paleo)

4.46 from 53 votes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Luscious double chocolate ice cream with an (almost) traditional custard base with fresh egg yolks and coconut milk & cream takes dairy-free ice cream to the next level! You’ll love this simple recipe, and the extra steps are well worth it for the decadent result.

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AIP Vanilla Ice Cream (Paleo, Dairy-free, Egg-free)

3.21 from 216 votes

Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes

4-ingredients to allergen-friendly, dairy-free vanilla ice cream you can enjoy in a snap! This recipe is AIP-friendly, made with coconut milk, vanilla (extract or powder), a bit of raw honey and gelatin for texture.

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Dairy-free Cherry Vanilla Popsicles (Paleo, AIP, Vegan)

5 from 1 vote

Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

Nothing cools me down like a delicious ice cream popsicle in this crazy heat! Fresh seasonal cherries, meet a touch of raw honey, coconut milk and some vanilla for a simple and satisfying summer treat.

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Pudding and Parfaits

Simple to whip up, just set these and forget them — the creamy rich texture will make anyone happy.

Paleo Chocolate Avocado Pudding (Nut-free, Vegan)

4.74 from 15 votes

A simple dairy-free, raw chocolate pudding made with just 5 key ingredients. Lightly sweetened with just a touch of maple syrup to satisfy a chocolate craving and keep you full with healthy fat from the avocado.

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Paleo Banana Cream Pie Parfaits

4.03 from 82 votes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

These dairy-free banana cream pie parfaits are easy and allergen-friendly! Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and raw honey, it makes a perfect healthy treat you’ll love.

(PALEO, AIP, DAIRY-FREE, EGG-FREE)

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Coconut Passion Fruit Panna Cotta (AIP, Paleo & Low FODMAP Friendly)

3.96 from 21 votes

Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

5 ingredients and just a few minutes of prep. This easy dessert is healthy and delicious and makes for an impressive presentation. (Dairy-free, Paleo, AIP & Low FODMAP Friendly)

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