How-Tos & Tips
Gluten free baking have you stumped? Check out the helpful tips to get on the path to baking like a pro! From flour help to answers to your most pressing questions, we’re here to help you become a pro at baking gluten free!
Curious about bringing eggs to room temperature or how to measure gluten-free flour? This section has all the resources you need for baking gluten-free. All the “How-to” answers at your fingertips!
Check out this post on how to measure GF flour and this one on how to make a light and fluffy gluten free cake.
Why Does My Gluten Free Bread Collapse After Baking?
June 8, 2025
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…
How to Make the Best Dairy Free Substitute for Buttermilk
June 8, 2025
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…
Xanthan Gum vs Cornstarch: Which One Should You Use?
June 8, 2025
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
June 8, 2025
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
June 8, 2025
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
June 8, 2025
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…
Best 10 Coconut Flour Substitutes
June 8, 2025
Best 10 Coconut Flour Substitutes
Coconut flour is a very common ingredient in a lot of gluten free recipes, but what happens if you run…
How to Make a Gluten Free Bread Flour Blend Recipe
June 8, 2025
How to Make a Gluten Free Bread Flour Blend Recipe
Looking for a versatile gluten free flour bread flour blend that’s as perfect for yeast bread as it is for…
6 Best Substitutes for Psyllium Husk Powder
June 8, 2025
6 Best Substitutes for Psyllium Husk Powder
If you’re searching for alternatives to psyllium husk powder for gluten free baking, look no further. Here are 6 excellent…
10 Delicious Uses for Coconut Flour
June 7, 2025
10 Delicious Uses for Coconut Flour
What is Coconut Flour? If you are living gluten-free, you’ve probably come across coconut flour when looking over some recipes.…
Xanthan Gum vs Arrowroot: Best Tips, Substitutes & More
June 7, 2025
Xanthan Gum vs Arrowroot: Best Tips, Substitutes & More
These two ingredients are common in gluten-free baking, but how do they work, and which is the best? Find out…
5 Secrets to Fluffy, Sky High Gluten Free Biscuits
June 7, 2025
5 Secrets to Fluffy, Sky High Gluten Free Biscuits
Being from the South, biscuits are just a given for special occasions. I say special occasions because the reality is…
Cassava Flour vs Tapioca Starch
June 6, 2025
Cassava Flour vs Tapioca Starch
With the number of gluten free flours and starches on the market today, it can be hard to determine which…
Is Tahini Gluten Free? What You Need to Know
June 6, 2025
Is Tahini Gluten Free? What You Need to Know
Tahini is a popular and versatile ingredient in vegan and dairy-free cooking, but is tahini gluten-free? In this post, I’ll…
Gluten Free Starches: Arrowroot, Tapioca, Potato and Cornstarch
June 6, 2025
Gluten Free Starches: Arrowroot, Tapioca, Potato and Cornstarch
If you’ve seen different gluten free starches mentioned in recipes and ever wondered what the differences are or ‘why so…
Ingredient Question: Is Sour Cream Gluten Free?
June 6, 2025
Ingredient Question: Is Sour Cream Gluten Free?
There’s nothing quite like sour cream for adding that sought-after richness and fluffy texture to baked goods. Whether you’re making…
Hazelnut Flour vs Almond Flour: Baking Tips & Substitutes
June 6, 2025
Hazelnut Flour vs Almond Flour: Baking Tips & Substitutes
Nut flours are frequently used in gluten-free baking, but it can be confusing to know which ones to use and…
Best Gluten Free Baking Recipes of 2021
June 4, 2025
Best Gluten Free Baking Recipes of 2021
It’s that time of year where we’re getting into the groove of a new year while reflecting on the top…
Tapioca Starch vs Tapioca Flour
June 4, 2025
Tapioca Starch vs Tapioca Flour
If you’ve ventured into the realm of gluten free baking and flour alternatives, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of…
How To Bring Eggs To Room Temperature
June 4, 2025
How To Bring Eggs To Room Temperature
A common and helpful tip in baking is to bring the ingredients to room temperature before mixing anything. This is…
How To Measure Gluten Free Flour
June 4, 2025
How To Measure Gluten Free Flour
An essential part of baking is measuring the ingredients correctly. Unlike cooking, where dashes and pinches are more forgiving, baking…
Is Baking Powder Gluten-Free?
June 4, 2025
Is Baking Powder Gluten-Free?
Using a leaving agent like baking powder is crucial in baking. Baking powder is responsible for getting a baked good…
How to Shred Carrots Quickly and Easily: Two Methods
June 4, 2025
How to Shred Carrots Quickly and Easily: Two Methods
Ah shredded carrot. Some recipes, like carrot cake, require you to shred or grate A LOT of carrots. After going…
Top 10 Agar Agar Substitutes for Cooking & Baking
June 4, 2025
Top 10 Agar Agar Substitutes for Cooking & Baking
If you’re familiar with gluten free baking or use thickening agents for higher temperature cooking, you might have used agar…
Top 10 Brands of Gluten Free Vanilla Extract
June 4, 2025
Top 10 Brands of Gluten Free Vanilla Extract
One of the most commonly used baking ingredients is vanilla extract. Most sweet recipes call for at least a little…
Coconut Sugar vs Brown Sugar: What’s the Difference?
June 4, 2025
Coconut Sugar vs Brown Sugar: What’s the Difference?
Are you feeling confused about the differences between coconut sugar vs brown sugar? They look alike and even taste similar, so let’s…
How to Make Valentine Strawberries
June 4, 2025
How to Make Valentine Strawberries
Homemade chocolate-covered strawberries are the perfect way to celebrate special occasions, and they’re especially lovely for Valentine’s Day. Learn how to…
Chia Seeds vs Psyllium Husk in Gluten-Free Baking
June 4, 2025
Chia Seeds vs Psyllium Husk in Gluten-Free Baking
Whether you’re in need of a substitute or want to understand the difference between these two ingredients, this comparison of chia…
10 Best Apple Cider Vinegar Substitutes in Baking
June 4, 2025
10 Best Apple Cider Vinegar Substitutes in Baking
Vinegar is a popular ingredient in gluten free baking, especially apple cider vinegar. But what if you run out? Find…
Best Flax Seed Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
June 4, 2025
Best Flax Seed Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
All out of flax seeds? Find the best swap for any gluten-free recipe with this list of the best flax seed…
How to Substitute Eggs for Applesauce in Baking & Cooking
May 14, 2025
How to Substitute Eggs for Applesauce in Baking & Cooking
If you’re low on eggs or have an egg allergy and need to avoid them, you might be pleasantly surprised…
Best Sorghum Flour Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
March 11, 2025
Best Sorghum Flour Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
If you’re in the middle of a recipe that calls for sorghum flour but are all out, this is the…
Best Agave Syrup Alternatives for Gluten-Free Baking
March 7, 2025
Best Agave Syrup Alternatives for Gluten-Free Baking
Agave syrup is a popular liquid sweetener, but if you’re all out or can’t use it, that’s not a problem.…
Best Potato Starch Alternatives and How to Substitute
February 17, 2025
Best Potato Starch Alternatives and How to Substitute
Potato starch and potato flour are not the same thing! Find out what to use as a potato starch alternative and how…
8 Best Chia Seed Alternatives for Gluten-Free Recipes
December 3, 2024
8 Best Chia Seed Alternatives for Gluten-Free Recipes
Many of us have chia seeds in our pantries, but what if you run out? Find the best chia seed…
Flax Seed vs Flax Meal – What’s the Difference?
May 21, 2024
Flax Seed vs Flax Meal – What’s the Difference?
Flax seeds and flax meal are very similar, but there are a few key differences you need to know before…
Top 5 Brown Rice Flour Substitutes and How To Use Them
February 22, 2024
Top 5 Brown Rice Flour Substitutes and How To Use Them
In any gluten free recipe, there are many elements to take into account to ensure the perfect outcome. Using the…
Homemade Gluten Free Bisquick Recipe: Easy & No Xanthan Gum
November 14, 2023
Homemade Gluten Free Bisquick Recipe: Easy & No Xanthan Gum
This easy, versatile gluten free Bisquick recipe is just like the baking mix you buy in the store but costs…
How to Store Flour Long Term: Best Storage Tips
October 24, 2023
How to Store Flour Long Term: Best Storage Tips
Flour is one of the foundations of baking. And if you’re like most of us, you never give a second…
How to Store Gluten Free Bread So That It Doesn’t Dry Out
October 9, 2023
How to Store Gluten Free Bread So That It Doesn’t Dry Out
If you’ve been making or buying gluten free bread for any time, then you know how it has a tendency…