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January 13, 2023

5 Minute Gluten-Free Chocolate Mug Cake (Microwave)

White mug with gluten-free chocolate mug cake topped with frosting and sprinkles. Fork on right. Pink napkin surrounding mug. Small wood bowl with rainbow sprinkles in front left.

This gluten-free chocolate mug cake is moist and fluffy and the easiest single serve cake. It bakes in the microwave and is ready in just five minutes. With only six ingredients, the recipe is has no eggs and can easily…

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March 16, 2022

Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle (From Scratch)

This gluten-free brownie brittle is a crunchy, chocolatey snack. It’s a perfect grab and go snack or sprinkle it over ice cream for an awesome crispy topping. The recipe is super easy and mixes up in one bowl. For more…

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January 13, 2022 (last updated December 7, 2022)

Marbled Tahini Cookies (Chocolate & Vanilla)

Stack of marbled tahini cookies on black plate with parchment paper. Milk bottle and plate with cookies in back. Pink background.

These beautiful cookies are marbled with a vanilla tahini and chocolate tahini cookie dough. This recipe is perfect for easy freezer, slice and bake cookies. For more cookie recipes check out my no-spread, cut out cookies, flourless peanut butter cookies…

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December 17, 2021 (last updated December 28, 2022)

5-Minute Boozy Peanut Butter Whiskey Milkshake

Peanut butter whiskey milkshake with raspberries in glass mug with metal straw topped with whipped cream and raspberry. Peanut butter dripping down mug. Bottle of peanut butter whiskey on right. Spoon on left and fresh raspberries scattered in front. White background.

Follow these steps at home to make a peanut butter whisky milkshake! Creamy and thick, a boozy milkshake with alcohol is a fun way to spice up classic homemade ice cream milkshakes. Two flavor twists shared below If you’re a…

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December 16, 2021 (last updated December 12, 2022)

How to Make Hot Chocolate From Scratch with Chocolate Chips

white mug with hot chocolate from scratch topped with whipped cream. Cup has drizzle of chocolate on mug. Spoon and small bowl with chocolate chips on left. Mini marshmallows and chocolate chips scattered in front. Milk bottle and small white pitcher in back.

There are just 3 ingredients in this creamy, cozy hot chocolate recipe that uses chocolate chips instead of cocoa powder. Delicious dairy-free (vegan) options are included. Ingredients Chocolate chips -Using chocolate chips makes this a super simple recipe. When using…

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November 6, 2021 (last updated March 18, 2022)

Gluten-Free Chocolate Orange Cupcakes

Gluten-free chocolate orange cupcakes with chocolate frosting and orange confetti on wood board. Cut oranges in background.

These gluten-free chocolate orange cupcakes are rich, moist and fluffy and the cupcakes of my dreams! Bittersweet chocolate and and tangy, sweet orange is the perfect pairing in my opinion. This easy recipe mixes up in just a few minutes….

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October 28, 2021 (last updated October 25, 2022)

Gluten-Free Mini Cupcakes-Chocolate or Vanilla

overhead view of mini gluten-free cupcakes with vanilla butter cream frosting and rainbow sprinkles on white platter. Gray napkin folded underneath.

These mini cupcakes are the perfect two-bite gluten-free treat. Included are recipes for a moist fluffy vanilla and rich dark chocolate cupcake. Both recipes are super easy and mix up in one bowl. Be sure to check out more of…

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October 15, 2021 (last updated October 25, 2022)

Peanut Butter Whiskey Fudge Brownies

peanut butter whiskey fudge brownies on wood board. Small glass bowl with peanut butter on right. Bottle of peanut butter whiskey and white napkin with gray stripes in back.

These dark chocolate, fudgy brownies are layered with a peanut butter, peanut butter whiskey filling and a peanut butter swirl topping for the perfect sweet, salty and boozy dessert. If you’re a fan of peanut butter whiskey desserts, try my…

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June 29, 2021 (last updated March 8, 2023)

Moist and Fluffy Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cupcakes

gluten free red velvet cupcakes on wire rack. Bowl with pipeable cream cheese frosting on right. White background

These gluten free red velvet cupcakes are moist, rich and yummy. The easy recipe mixes up in just a few minutes and makes a perfect 12 cupcakes. A tangy buttermilk batter (dairy-free options) and tangy cream cheese frosting balance the…

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June 26, 2021 (last updated March 18, 2022)

Soft Gluten-Free M&M Cookies

wire cooling rack with stack of gluten-free m&m cookies. Cookie on right and milk bottle and glass in background

These gluten-free m&m cookies are soft and chewy and mix up in one bowl. Gluten-free information about m&m’s is included. Be sure to check out more of my gluten-free cookie recipes including my gluten-free chewy chocolate chip cookies, lemon almond…

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April 24, 2021 (last updated December 15, 2022)

Raspberry Chocolate Bars

raspberry chocolate bars on parchment paper on top of wood board. Small white bowl with raspberry jam and spoon with jam in front right.

These raspberry chocolate bars combine a buttery shortbread like crust with tart, fresh raspberries, raspberry jam and bittersweet chocolate for the perfect dessert bar. This easy recipe comes together in one bowl and can be made with gluten-free flour or…

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April 5, 2021 (last updated September 4, 2021)

Chocolate Strawberry Tartlets

close up of chocolate strawberry tartlets in graham cracker crust shell on white plate. Cut strawberry on right.

These chocolate strawberry tartlets have a creamy, vegan dark chocolate filling. They are a perfect one-bite treat which can be made gluten-free or not. A quick baking graham cracker crumb tart crust makes this an easy recipe. For more delicious…

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March 16, 2021 (last updated October 25, 2022)

Gluten-Free Whoopie Pies with Marshmallow Filling

close up of 2 gluten free whoopie pies on wire rack. Piping bag with frosting in front and 1 whoopie pie in far back. White marble background.

These homemade gluten-free whoopie pies are made with a moist chocolate cake and have a delicious, oh-so creamy marshmallow or vanilla buttercream filling. This recipe is easy to make and the perfect treat. Be sure to check out more of…

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February 27, 2021 (last updated August 2, 2021)

Gluten-Free Chocolate Orange Loaf Cake

gluten and dairy free chocolate orange loaf cake with chocolate ganache coating and white chocolate ganache drizzle. Orange slices on left and in back.

Rich dark chocolate flavors are combined with fresh citrus juice in this recipe for chocolate orange loaf cake! Topped with a homemade white chocolate ganache drizzle, the loaf cake it is moist, comforting, and so delicious. Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free….

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February 20, 2021 (last updated June 2, 2022)

Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting (Vegan)

3 gluten-free cupcakes with chocolate frosting on wood board. Piping bag with frosting on right.

This chocolate cream cheese frosting is dairy-free, vegan and so creamy and rich that you won’t miss the dairy one bit! It has dark chocolate flavor and just a few ingredients. The frosting the perfect consistency for piping onto cupcakes….

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February 8, 2021 (last updated December 7, 2022)

Moist and Rich Gluten-Free Chocolate Cupcakes

close up of gluten free dairy free chocolate cupcake with vegan chocolate cream cheese frosting. Bite taken out

These gluten-free chocolate cupcakes are moist, fluffy and bursting with dark chocolate flavor. They are also dairy-free and so simple to make. Need more gluten-free, dairy-free cupcakes? Try my special gluten-free chocolate orange cupcakes or gluten-free carrot cake cupcakes. Or…

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January 14, 2021 (last updated March 18, 2022)

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting for Cupcakes and Cakes

piping back with chocolate buttercream frosting piping frosting on to vanilla cupcake. 2 cupcakes with frosting in background. White marble plate.

This chocolate buttercream frosting is rich and creamy. Cocoa powder along with a little coffee give plenty of dark chocolate oomph to this frosting. The frosting is the perfect consistency to pipe onto cupcakes or decorate a cake. Top my…

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December 21, 2020 (last updated December 12, 2022)

Gluten-Free Chocolate Mint Cookies

gluten free chocolate mint cookies with green icing on gray plate with cranberry wreath in back, milk glass, milk bottle and bitten cookie on right

These gluten-free chocolate mint cookies are soft and full of dark chocolatey mint goodness. Chocolate and mint is a combination that works on so many levels. The strong bittersweet chocolate with the bright, fresh flavor of mint is one of…

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About Me
Hi, Welcome! I'm Chef Janet and I create gluten-free recipes that everyone will love, gluten-free or not.

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Do you need a cake or cupcakes for a gluten-free b Do you need a cake or cupcakes for a gluten-free birthday celebration? I've got you covered with a blog post with 16 ideas for fun,  festive & yummy cakes and cupcakes.
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All are gluten free and many can be made dairy-free as well. Most use Measure for Measure flour from @kingarthurbaking.
1. GF Carrot Cake
2. GF Funfetti Cupcakes
3. GF Red Velvet Cake
4. GF Lemon Cake
5. Grain-Free Vanilla Almond Flour Cake
6. GF Vanilla Cake
7. GF Mini Cupcakes in Choc & Vanilla
8. GF Vanilla Cupcakes
9. GF Coconut Layer Cake
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Not pictured: GF Chocolate Orange Loaf Cake,
GF Chocolate Cupcakes, GF Apple Pie Cupcakes, GF Butternut Squash Cake, Gf Chocolate Mug Cake, GF Vanilla Snack Cake, and GF Carrot Cake Cupcakes.
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No lie, these chicken wings were baked in the toas No lie, these chicken wings were baked in the toaster oven and still came out with golden brown delicious skin. 
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Those mini corn dog bites are the favorite at my parties and are SUPER (pun intended) easy to make.
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Link to the recipes in my profile.
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This gluten free red velvet cake is so moist and t This gluten free red velvet cake is so moist and tender they'll never know it's gluten free. Get the full recipe at chefjanetk.com
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Thanksgiving prep has started in my kitchen! Wheth Thanksgiving prep has started in my kitchen! Whether you need a gluten-free stuffing recipe, gravy or an easy side, I've got you covered. Need a delicious, decadent dessert? I've got that too. Link in my profile to my Thanksgiving recipes.
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You'll find tips for perfect silky, smooth gravy, moist delicious stuffing, perfect pies, simple sided dishes and more.
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Pie and cupcakes are my favorite desserts so I put Pie and cupcakes are my favorite desserts so I put them together in one. These gluten-free apple pie cupcakes make for an awesome autumn dessert. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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These cupcakes have a fluffy cinnamon spiced cake, traditional apple pie filling and an apple cinnamon buttercream frosting.
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Nothing says holiday brunch more than cranberry or Nothing says holiday brunch more than cranberry orange muffins. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This Sweet Potato Frosting is the perfect holiday This Sweet Potato Frosting is the perfect holiday topping for cupcakes, cakes muffins and anything your heart desires. There's just four ingredients and no cane sugar. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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Sweet potato puree, cream cheese, butter and maple syrup are all you need for this amazing frosting. Amazing on carrot cake, spice cake, vanilla cake and so much more.
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Do you like your gluten-free pumpkin bread slather Do you like your gluten-free pumpkin bread slathered in a rum icing or a straight up?? Get the recipe - link my profile.
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This recipe is super easy and makes an incredibly moist and delicious pumpkin bread that is good enough for dessert, brunch or a little autumn snack.
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