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.
Potato Starch Alternative (Best Substitutes & Easy Guide)
21 hours ago
Potato Starch Alternative (Best Substitutes & Easy Guide)
Potato starch substitutes can fail if they do not react to heat in the same way as potato starch. The…
Why Did My Bread Fail? 6 Common Mistakes & Easy Fixes for Bakers
2 days ago
Why Did My Bread Fail? 6 Common Mistakes & Easy Fixes for Bakers
“Why did my bread fail even when I followed the recipe instructions properly?” is a common baking question. If you’re…
The Best Agar Agar Replacements for Jellies, Sauces, and Baking
2 days ago
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…
Flax Seed vs Flax Meal: When to Use Each (And Why It Matters)
3 days ago
Flax Seed vs Flax Meal: When to Use Each (And Why It Matters)
If you've ever stood in the baking aisle of your local grocery store, wondering whether to get flax seed or…
Homemade Gluten Free Bisquick Recipe: Easy & No Xanthan Gum
5 days ago
Homemade Gluten Free Bisquick Recipe: Easy & No Xanthan Gum
Need a gluten-free Bisquick substitute you can make in minutes and without xanthan gum? This homemade baking mix is cheaper…
Chia Seeds Substitute: 10 Best Chia Seed Alternatives for Every Recipe
5 days ago
Chia Seeds Substitute: 10 Best Chia Seed Alternatives for Every Recipe
Need a chia seed substitute? This guide covers the best alternatives like flax, basil, and hemp seeds, including exact ratios…
Chia Seeds vs Psyllium Husk (Complete Baking & Nutrition Guide)
5 days ago
Chia Seeds vs Psyllium Husk (Complete Baking & Nutrition Guide)
Texture is the number one problem when it comes to chia seeds vs psyllium husk. Perhaps you've tried one of…
Why Is My Gluten-Free Bread Gummy?
5 days ago
Why Is My Gluten-Free Bread Gummy?
This is one question that pops up on our gluten-free bread recipe posts quite often. Why does gluten-free bread get…
Xanthan Gum vs Arrowroot: Key Differences and Best Substitutes
5 days ago
Xanthan Gum vs Arrowroot: Key Differences and Best Substitutes
Arrowroot vs xanthan gum is where most substitutions fall flat. You replace one with the other, and your sauce turns…
9 Best Sorghum Flour Substitutes (With 1:1 Baking Guide)
1 week ago
9 Best Sorghum Flour Substitutes (With 1:1 Baking Guide)
If you've ever been halfway through a recipe only to realize you're out of sorghum flour, you know how frustrating…
6 Best Substitutes for Psyllium Husk Powder
4 weeks ago
6 Best Substitutes for Psyllium Husk Powder
If you've ever baked gluten-free bread, rolls, or even muffins, you know that psyllium husk powder is often the secret…
Coconut Sugar vs Brown Sugar: Key Differences & Baking Guide
4 weeks ago
Coconut Sugar vs Brown Sugar: Key Differences & Baking Guide
A common comparison in baking is Coconut sugar vs brown sugar because they look similar but behave differently in recipes.…
The Ultimate Guide to Arrowroot Powder Substitutes
4 weeks ago
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,…
Xanthan Gum vs. Cornstarch: Which Thickener Works Best?
March 18, 2026
Xanthan Gum vs. Cornstarch: Which Thickener Works Best?
Xanthan gum vs cornstarch is a common question you would come across when choosing a thickener for sauces, gravies, or…
Coconut Flour Substitutes (Best Swaps + Conversion Guide)
March 17, 2026
Coconut Flour Substitutes (Best Swaps + Conversion Guide)
Struggling to replace coconut flour? Get accurate substitutes, conversion ratios, and recipe-specific guidance so your bakes stay moist, structured, and…
Best Flaxseed Substitutes for Gluten-Free Baking
March 10, 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!…
Agave Syrup Alternatives Every Baker Should Know
March 9, 2026
Agave Syrup Alternatives Every Baker Should Know
Agave syrup is a popular liquid sweetener, and running out of it in the middle of a recipe doesn't have…
Cornstarch vs Tapioca vs Arrowroot: Differences, Substitutes & When to Use Each
February 26, 2026
Cornstarch vs Tapioca vs Arrowroot: Differences, Substitutes & When to Use Each
Cornstarch vs tapioca and other starch swaps can feel like kitchen alchemy gone wrong, especially when your sauce turns into…
How to Use Applesauce Egg Replacement in Baking (Easy Ratio + When It Works)
February 25, 2026
How to Use Applesauce Egg Replacement in Baking (Easy Ratio + When It Works)
Applesauce is one of the easiest swaps home bakers turn to. That's mainly because it’s affordable, easy to measure, and…
How to Make Dairy-Free Buttermilk That Bakes Like the Real Thing
February 24, 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!…
How to Make Perfect Valentine’s Chocolate-Covered Strawberries That Look Gift-Ready
February 9, 2026
How to Make Perfect Valentine’s Chocolate-Covered Strawberries That Look Gift-Ready
Valentine’s chocolate-covered strawberries don’t have to be stressful or messy. This complete guide shows how to make shiny, gift-ready strawberries…
The Ultimate Gluten-Free Bread Flour Blend (No Xanthan Gum Required)
January 20, 2026
The Ultimate Gluten-Free Bread Flour Blend (No Xanthan Gum Required)
The right flour can make the difference between dense, crumbly loaves and soft and tender breads and baked goods. This…
10 Best Gluten-Free Thickeners for Soups, Sauces and Baking
January 19, 2026
10 Best Gluten-Free Thickeners for Soups, Sauces and Baking
Being gluten-free can sometimes feel like a never-ending battle of trying to choose the right product and knowing how to…
Cassava Flour vs Tapioca Starch
December 4, 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…
10 Best Xanthan Gum Substitutes in Gluten-Free Baking
December 4, 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…
Is Tahini Gluten Free? What You Need to Know
November 20, 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…
How to Store Gluten Free Bread So That It Doesn’t Dry Out
November 6, 2025
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…
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 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.…
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…
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 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…
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…