Heidi Hecht
Heidi is a writer and home cook for Zest for Baking, where she shares approachable gluten-free recipes for everyday baking, family gatherings, and special events. She enjoys creating treats that feel familiar, comforting, and easy to share, especially the kind of baked goods that disappear quickly from bake sales and dessert tables.
6-Ingredient Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookies
Cookies
1 week ago
6-Ingredient Flourless Chocolate Chip Cookies
These soft and chewy flourless chocolate chip cookies are made with just six ingredients—no flour or chilling required. They’re easy…
Easy Gluten-Free Bread Pudding with Warm Caramel Sauce
Desserts
1 week ago
Easy Gluten-Free Bread Pudding with Warm Caramel Sauce
This cozy gluten-free bread pudding is made with toasted gluten-free bread cubes, warm cinnamon custard, raisins, and a rich dairy-free…
Soft and Fluffy Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Muffins
Muffins
1 week ago
Soft and Fluffy Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Muffins
A good chocolate chip muffin should feel like a treat from the first bite. It should be soft, sweet, and…
Easy Dairy-Free French Toast Casserole with Gluten-Free Bread
Breakfast
2 weeks ago
Easy Dairy-Free French Toast Casserole with Gluten-Free Bread
This easy gluten-free French toast casserole is made overnight with dairy-free custard, cinnamon sugar topping, and sturdy gluten-free bread for…
Chewy Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Brownies for Serious PB Lovers
Brownies
2 weeks ago
Chewy Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Brownies for Serious PB Lovers
Most gluten-free brownies have one fatal flaw: they promise chewy and deliver dry, crumbly disappointment. These gluten-free peanut butter brownies…
Soft 5-Ingredient Gluten-Free Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies
Desserts
3 weeks ago
Soft 5-Ingredient Gluten-Free Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies
How easy is it to make gluten-free, strawberry-flavored cookies with the texture of cake? As it turns out, making these…
Homemade Millet Bread for Sandwiches, Toast, and Everyday Slices
Sandwich Bread
3 weeks ago
Homemade Millet Bread for Sandwiches, Toast, and Everyday Slices
Gluten-free bread can be frustrating. One loaf turns out gummy, another crumbles when sliced, and the store-bought options are often…
Sliceable Chia Seed Bread for Gluten-Free Toast and Sandwiches
Quick Bread
4 weeks ago
Sliceable Chia Seed Bread for Gluten-Free Toast and Sandwiches
Are you tired of spending most of the afternoon making just one loaf of bread? Have you been looking for…
Sorghum Flour: The Beginner-Friendly Gluten-Free Flour for Baking
Ingredients
4 weeks ago
Sorghum Flour: The Beginner-Friendly Gluten-Free Flour for Baking
Gluten-free baking can go wrong fast: dry bread, gritty muffins, crumbly cakes, and flour blends that taste a little too…
Soft & Chewy Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Cookies
May 19, 2026
Soft & Chewy Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Soft, chewy gluten-free oatmeal raisin cookies made with old-fashioned oats, warm cinnamon, and sweet raisins. This easy recipe includes dairy-free…
Gluten-Free Banana Blueberry Muffins That Stay Moist for Days
Muffins
May 19, 2026
Gluten-Free Banana Blueberry Muffins That Stay Moist for Days
Soft, moist gluten-free banana blueberry muffins made with one ripe banana and juicy blueberries. Easy to make with fresh or…
Easy 4-Ingredient Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Crust
Pies
May 13, 2026
Easy 4-Ingredient Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Crust
A graham cracker crust should be buttery, crisp, lightly sweet, and sturdy enough to hold a slice of pie without…
The 4 Closest Teff Flour Substitutes for Texture and Nutrition
Substitutes
May 11, 2026
The 4 Closest Teff Flour Substitutes for Texture and Nutrition
Teff flour has become one of the most popular gluten-free flours available today. It’s known not only for its versatility…
Soft & Hearty Oatmeal Rolls
Rolls
May 6, 2026
Soft & Hearty Oatmeal Rolls
Hearty, fluffy oatmeal rolls made with oats, oat flour, maple syrup, and olive oil. These dairy-free dinner rolls are soft,…
Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Bread (Bread Machine Recipe)
Breads
May 5, 2026
Gluten-Free Cheddar Cheese Bread (Bread Machine Recipe)
Savory cheddar cheese bread made easy in the bread machine. This soft gluten-free loaf is filled with sharp cheddar, herbs,…
Soft Gluten-Free Blackberry Muffins with Irresistible Crumb Topping
Muffins
May 4, 2026
Soft Gluten-Free Blackberry Muffins with Irresistible Crumb Topping
Have you been browsing through some muffin recipes? If so, you might have noticed that blueberries are the default when…
Why Is My Gluten-Free Bread Gummy? 7 Reasons and Easy Fixes
How-Tos & Tips
May 2, 2026
Why Is My Gluten-Free Bread Gummy? 7 Reasons and Easy Fixes
You followed the recipe, measured like a responsible adult, slid that loaf into the oven with hope in your heart……
Rich and Moist Almond Flour Chocolate Cupcakes
Cupcakes
April 27, 2026
Rich and Moist Almond Flour Chocolate Cupcakes
These almond flour chocolate cupcakes are for anyone who wants a gluten-free dessert that still feels like a real treat.…
Buckwheat Biscuits Recipe: Easy & Gluten Free
Biscuits
April 27, 2026
Buckwheat Biscuits Recipe: Easy & Gluten Free
Buckwheat biscuits can be tricky. Many gluten-free versions turn out dense, dry, or crumbly, especially when they rely on specialty…
Almond Flour Banana Muffins That Are Actually Fluffy (Not Dense)
Breakfast
April 25, 2026
Almond Flour Banana Muffins That Are Actually Fluffy (Not Dense)
If you're looking for an easy alternative to basic banana bread, these almond flour banana muffins turn those ripe bananas…
The Best Agar Agar Replacements for Jellies, Sauces, and Baking
Substitutes
April 22, 2026
The Best Agar Agar Replacements for Jellies, Sauces, and Baking
Looking for a substitute for agar agar? This guide breaks down the best alternatives and how to use them to…
The 7 Best Millet Flour Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
Flours
April 21, 2026
The 7 Best Millet Flour Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
Looking for the best millet flour substitute? This guide breaks down top gluten-free alternatives, how they compare, and when to…
How to Make Gluten Free Artisan Bread
Yeast Bread
April 21, 2026
How to Make Gluten Free Artisan Bread
Have you tried making gluten-free artisan bread before, only to find it disappointingly dry and crumbly? Like many of the…
How to Make Dairy-Free Buttermilk That Bakes Like the Real Thing
How-Tos & Tips
April 20, 2026
How to Make Dairy-Free Buttermilk That Bakes Like the Real Thing
Ever start baking only to realize the recipe calls for buttermilk and you don’t have any? No need to worry!…
Best Gluten Free White Cake Recipe: Moist & Fluffy
Cakes
April 20, 2026
Best Gluten Free White Cake Recipe: Moist & Fluffy
Have you wanted to try making a gluten-free cake? It's understandable if you hesitate a bit. You want your cake…
The Easiest No-Bake Chocolate Pie (Creamy And Gluten-Free!)
Pies
April 18, 2026
The Easiest No-Bake Chocolate Pie (Creamy And Gluten-Free!)
This decadent gluten free chocolate pie is incredibly rich and super chocolatey. With a hint of coffee flavor, this is…
Easy Gluten-Free Pie Crust Recipe
Pies
April 18, 2026
Easy Gluten-Free Pie Crust Recipe
This tender, flaky gluten-free pie crust recipe is reminiscent of the flaky crust of a regular pie crust. With simple…
How to Make Gluten‑Free Cornbread Without Flour
Quick Bread
April 18, 2026
How to Make Gluten‑Free Cornbread Without Flour
Have you been looking for the very best flourless cornbread recipe because you’ve missed having cornbread since going gluten-free? If…
Light & Fluffy Gluten‑Free Angel Biscuits You’ll Love
Biscuits
April 18, 2026
Light & Fluffy Gluten‑Free Angel Biscuits You’ll Love
Few things are more disappointing than dense, crumbly gluten-free biscuits, especially when you’re craving something tall, fluffy, and buttery. These…
Best Gluten Free Yeast Free Bread: Delicious & Dairy Free
Breads
April 18, 2026
Best Gluten Free Yeast Free Bread: Delicious & Dairy Free
Amazingly soft and tender, this gluten-free yeast-free bread has the ideal texture and taste of a yeast bread, but it's…
Gluten‑Free Oat Flour Pancakes You Can Make In Minutes
Pancakes
April 18, 2026
Gluten‑Free Oat Flour Pancakes You Can Make In Minutes
If you love super thick and fluffy pancakes, these gluten free, dairy free oat flour pancakes are a delicious and…
How to Make Soft, Chewy Gluten‑Free Bagels at Home
Bagels
April 18, 2026
How to Make Soft, Chewy Gluten‑Free Bagels at Home
These gluten‑free, gum‑free bagels are a game‑changer whether you’re new to gluten‑free baking or a seasoned pro. Lightly crisp outside,…
EASY Gluten Free Banana Muffins Recipe: One Bowl
Muffins
April 18, 2026
EASY Gluten Free Banana Muffins Recipe: One Bowl
Do you have some overripe bananas that you don't quite know what to do with? Before you reach for that…
Soft & Gooey Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls Without Yeast
Breakfast
April 18, 2026
Soft & Gooey Gluten-Free Cinnamon Rolls Without Yeast
Do you love cinnamon rolls but the gluten in cinnamon rolls doesn't love you back? Are you not a fan…
Best Flaxseed Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
How-Tos & Tips
April 18, 2026
Best Flaxseed Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
Are you out of flaxseed? No need to panic. You probably have a good substitute somewhere in your kitchen already!…
Easy Gluten-Free Bruschetta with Homemade Baguette
Breads
April 18, 2026
Easy Gluten-Free Bruschetta with Homemade Baguette
Too often, gluten-free bread turns out gummy in the center, crumbly at the edges, or too fragile to hold toppings.…
The Ultimate Guide to Arrowroot Powder Substitutes
How-Tos & Tips
April 18, 2026
The Ultimate Guide to Arrowroot Powder Substitutes
Learn the best arrowroot powder substitutes for thickening sauces, baking, and gluten-free recipes, including cornstarch, tapioca starch, and potato starch,…
This 4-Ingredient Lemon Buttercream Is So Good on Everything
Frosting
April 18, 2026
This 4-Ingredient Lemon Buttercream Is So Good on Everything
This lemon buttercream frosting is what you make when vanilla frosting feels too boring. It’s bright, tangy, silky smooth, and…
Out of Buckwheat Flour? Try These 9 Easy Substitutes
Substitutes
April 18, 2026
Out of Buckwheat Flour? Try These 9 Easy Substitutes
Discover the best buckwheat flour substitutes for baking, including gluten-free options like teff, sorghum, and oat flour, plus tips for…
The Ultimate Gluten Free Air Fryer Donuts
Donuts
April 18, 2026
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, they…