Christine Brady

Since 2013, Christine has been helping readers with gluten free baking challenges and substitution issues, all while creating delicious gluten free baking recipes that no one would guess are actually gluten free. Her Zest For Baking recipes have been featured on The Daily Meal, Bloglovin' and Dr. Axe, to name a few. When she's not hanging out on Facebook or sharing pictures on Instagram or pinning on Pinterest, you can find her in her kitchen, creating more zestforbaking.com recipes!
Spiced Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Spiced Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Let’s be honest, fall just isn’t really fall without pumpkin desserts! These spiced gluten free pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are…
Trick or Treat: Gluten-free Halloween Candy
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Trick or Treat: Gluten-free Halloween Candy

It’s that time again. Time when little princesses and super heroes take to the streets to enjoy all the fun…
Witches Finger Gluten Free Halloween Cookies
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Witches Finger Gluten Free Halloween Cookies

There’s no need to miss out on your favorite Halloween treats just because you can’t have gluten! These gluten free Halloween…
50 Terms You’ve Got to Know in Gluten-Free Baking
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50 Terms You’ve Got to Know in Gluten-Free Baking

When it comes to gluten-free baking, it can be somewhat of a mystery as to what ingredients do what, what…
Easy Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Recipe
Muffins

Easy Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Recipe

Fluffy, sweet and bursting with citrus flavor, these gluten free lemon poppy seed muffins make a perfect snack or on…
Best Gluten Free Flour Mix Options (With Your Budget in Mind!)
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Best Gluten Free Flour Mix Options (With Your Budget in Mind!)

Picking out a gluten-free flour blend at your grocery or natural foods store can be overwhelming. There are so many…
Golden Gluten Free French Bread Recipe: Dairy Free
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Golden Gluten Free French Bread Recipe: Dairy Free

Golden brown, gluten free French Bread that tastes as good as it looks? Yes, please! This tender loaf of bread…
Amazing Gluten Free Banana Cake (Dairy Free)
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Amazing Gluten Free Banana Cake (Dairy Free)

As if bananas could get any better, this gluten free banana cake proves that yes, they can! It’s an easy…
Gluten Free Donut Recipe
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Gluten Free Donut Recipe

There is something about the tender, indulgent, tastiness that comes with a donut. You know the kind that taste just…
World’s Best Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls (No Yeast Or Dairy!)
Quick Bread

World’s Best Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls (No Yeast Or Dairy!)

These gluten free no yeast cinnamon rolls are a like a little bite of heaven – rich, sweet and incredibly…
Best Gluten Free Sugar Cookies: Cut Out and Drop Cookies
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Best Gluten Free Sugar Cookies: Cut Out and Drop Cookies

No celebration is complete unless these soft, frosted gluten free sugar cookies are on the menu! This fun, versatile sugar…
Top 9 Gluten Free Hot Dog Buns You’ll Want to Kick Start Your Grill For
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Top 9 Gluten Free Hot Dog Buns You’ll Want to Kick Start Your Grill For

One of summer’s most enjoyable past times is a good, ol’ fashion cookout with neighbors, family, and friends. As a…
Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins (Dairy Free)
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Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins (Dairy Free)

Fresh zucchini, simple ingredients, quick bake time… this can only mean one thing (well maybe a couple things!) but this…
Best Gluten Free Lemon Cake: Tips For Making This Easy Layer Cake
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Best Gluten Free Lemon Cake: Tips For Making This Easy Layer Cake

This gluten free lemon cake is a true summer delight! With layers of moist lemon cake and perfectly tangy and…
BEST Gluten Free White Cake Recipe: Moist & Fluffy
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BEST Gluten Free White Cake Recipe: Moist & Fluffy

This tender, fluffy, gluten-free white cake recipe will defy your expectations of gluten-free baking! It’s sweet, flavorful, and the perfect cake for…
Quick Dairy Free Chocolate Ganache (Vegan, Flourless)
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Quick Dairy Free Chocolate Ganache (Vegan, Flourless)

A perfect partner to a dreamy cake, this dairy free chocolate ganache is velvety smooth and ready to use in…
Soft & Simple Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
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Soft & Simple Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies

These flourless peanut butter cookies are just what you need when that peanut butter craving hits. Made with just 5…
Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread Machine Recipe
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Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread Machine Recipe

Bread machine recipes just met their match… Thick slices of this gluten free cinnamon raisin bread, bursting with plump, juicy…
The Best Gluten Free Dairy Free Dinner Rolls: Soft & Easy
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The Best Gluten Free Dairy Free Dinner Rolls: Soft & Easy

Don’t you love it when you finally find amazing gluten-free rolls that are so good, you serve them to your…
4-Ingredient Buckwheat Crepes: Gluten Free & Dairy Free
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4-Ingredient Buckwheat Crepes: Gluten Free & Dairy Free

These buckwheat crepes are simple, easy, and versatile. You only need 4 ingredients and 1 bowl to make crepes for…
BEST Sorghum Bread Recipe: Gluten Free & Dairy Free
Sandwich Bread

BEST Sorghum Bread Recipe: Gluten Free & Dairy Free

If you’re looking for the perfect sorghum bread recipe, this is it! With a full cup of sorghum flour, this…
Tasty Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins (Grain Free and Low Carb)
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Tasty Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins (Grain Free and Low Carb)

These easy almond flour blueberry muffins make for a lovely breakfast or snack any time of day! You’ll fall in…
Why Does My Gluten Free Bread Collapse After Baking?
How-Tos & Tips

Why Does My Gluten Free Bread Collapse After Baking?

Gluten free baking comes with a unique set of challenges. After all, it is quite a feat to achieve the…
Best Ever Gluten Free Sandwich Bread
Sandwich Bread

Best Ever Gluten Free Sandwich Bread

If you’ve been searching for an amazing gluten free sandwich bread that not only makes mouthwatering sandwiches, but could also…
7 Best Cassava Flour Substitutes
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7 Best Cassava Flour Substitutes

Gluten free baking can be a little intimidating because it poses some challenges that aren’t as prominent in traditional baking.…
Perfect Rice Flour Pancakes: Easy Dairy Free Recipe
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Perfect Rice Flour Pancakes: Easy Dairy Free Recipe

For the best, no fail pancakes, look no further than these rice flour pancakes. They’re fluffy, easy to make and…
How to Make the Best Dairy Free Substitute for Buttermilk
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How to Make the Best Dairy Free Substitute for Buttermilk

If traditional buttermilk is not an option for you, you’re in the right place! This dairy free substitute for buttermilk couldn’t be…
45+ Gluten Free Gas Station Snacks
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45+ Gluten Free Gas Station Snacks

When it comes to gluten free snacking and gluten free gas station snacks, it’s in a celiac sufferer’s (or those…
Fluffy Almond Flour Pancakes: Just 7 Ingredients
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Fluffy Almond Flour Pancakes: Just 7 Ingredients

These fluffy almond flour pancakes make for a heavenly breakfast that requires minimal effort. I love that these pancakes can…
The Best Flourless Cornbread Recipe: No Flour!
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The Best Flourless Cornbread Recipe: No Flour!

If you’ve been missing cornbread on your gluten-free diet, you’re in the right place. This is the very best flourless…
Savory Cassava Bread Recipe (Gluten & Dairy Free)
Quick Bread

Savory Cassava Bread Recipe (Gluten & Dairy Free)

Turn to this savory cassava bread when you want an herb-seasoned bread without dairy or yeast. It’s perfect for when…
Easy & Rich Dairy Free Chocolate Frosting Recipe
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Easy & Rich Dairy Free Chocolate Frosting Recipe

This is seriously the best dairy free chocolate frosting ever! Need a quick and easy way to top off delicious…
Best Millet Bread Recipe: Gluten Free, Dairy Free
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Best Millet Bread Recipe: Gluten Free, Dairy Free

From sandwiches to French toast, this soft and fluffy millet bread is the perfect gluten and dairy free loaf for…
Best Flourless Banana Bread: Easy & Gluten-Free
Quick Bread

Best Flourless Banana Bread: Easy & Gluten-Free

This flourless banana bread recipe is possibly the easiest version of all the classic quick bread recipes that you’ve ever…
The Ultimate Gluten Free Air Fryer Donuts
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The Ultimate Gluten Free Air Fryer Donuts

These gluten free air fryer donuts are incredibly light and fluffy. Topped with a chocolate glaze or simple cinnamon sugar,…
Soft, Pull-Apart Gluten Free Potato Buns Recipe
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Soft, Pull-Apart Gluten Free Potato Buns Recipe

The light texture of these gluten free potato buns will send your taste buds into overdrive! They have an amazing…
Xanthan Gum vs Cornstarch: Which One Should You Use?
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Xanthan Gum vs Cornstarch: Which One Should You Use?

These two ingredients are commonly used in gluten-free baking, but which one is best, and when do you use them?…
How To Make A Gluten Free Cake Light And Fluffy
How-Tos & Tips

How To Make A Gluten Free Cake Light And Fluffy

Gluten-free baked goods tend to get a bad rap, specifically gluten free cakes. You often hear complaints that they are…
10 Best Xanthan Gum Substitutes in Gluten-Free Baking
Substitutes

10 Best Xanthan Gum Substitutes in Gluten-Free Baking

If you’re looking for a substitute to xanthan gum or guar gum that will still give your gluten free baked…
10 Gluten-Free Thickening Agents Perfect for Baking, Soups and Sauces
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10 Gluten-Free Thickening Agents Perfect for Baking, Soups and Sauces

Whether it’s a too-thin soup or a sauce that’s a bit on the runny side, these gluten free thickeners will…