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March 8, 2023

10 Minute, DIY Dairy-Free Buttermilk Substitute

Overhead view of glass measuring cup with dairy-free buttermilk substitute. Spoon above with buttermilk sub.

Make this dairy-free substitute for buttermilk at home with just 2 ingredients. This easy recipe is ready in 10 minutes or less. Use this lactose-free and vegan buttermilk for baking in cake recipes, biscuits, pancakes and more. Some of my…

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February 21, 2022

Low Acid Zucchini Ginger Soup

white bowl with low acid zucchini ginger soup. Sliced zucchini garnish and spoon on top. Wood board underneath with croutons and crumbs. White background.

This low acid soup recipe starts with a base of zucchini and flavors it with ginger and herbs for a creamy delicious soup that is dairy-free and vegan. For more low acid recipe, be sure to check out my no-tomato,…

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

Gluten-Free Mashed Potato Pancakes

Gluten-free dairy-free mashed potato pancakes on gray slate platter. Sour cream and chive garnish on top. Fork on left. Bowl of sour cream and chives on right. Green napkin in background.

These gluten-free mashed potato pancakes are the perfect way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Add just a few simple ingredients, cook them in a pan and you have a crispy and comforting treat. Serve them as a side dish, snack,…

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

Dairy-Free Alternative for Russet Mashed Potatoes

These russet mashed potatoes are super creamy and smooth but are made dairy-free (no milk) and with just a few simple ingredients. Don’t worry you won’t miss the dairy! Be sure to check out my recipe for gluten-free mashed potato…

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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 19, 2021 (last updated February 11, 2023)

Super Moist, From Scratch, Gluten-Free Vanilla Bundt Cake

slice of gluten free vanilla bundt cake on silver cake server. Whole sliced cake in background on white marble plate.

This gluten-free vanilla bundt cake is so moist and perfectly delicate. The easy recipe uses a little sour cream (dairy-free ok) to make it rich tasting. Check out more of my vanilla cake recipes including my gluten-free vanilla cake, gluten-free…

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October 18, 2021 (last updated February 8, 2023)

Easy Moist, Fluffy Gluten-Free Vanilla Snack Cake

This incredibly easy, from scratch, gluten-free vanilla snack cake is moist, fluffy and tender. This luscious cake is just the right treat to satisfy a cake craving. Slather it with your favorite frosting for an easy and simple but high…

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September 17, 2021 (last updated January 27, 2023)

Gluten-Free Sausage Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms

gluten free sausage stuffed baby bella mushrooms on square white plate. Gray napkin in front and stack of plates with stuffed mushrooms in right rear.

These stuffed baby bella mushrooms are filled with Italian sausage, Kalamata olives and pesto for a savory two-bite gluten-free appetizer with a pop of acid. This recipe is easily made dairy-free and vegan. Be sure to check out more of…

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August 18, 2021 (last updated October 25, 2022)

3 Gluten-Free Savory Breakfast Muffins with Mix-ins

Wood board with gluten free breakfast muffins with mushroom and kale mix ins topped with grated parmesan cheese. Fresh mushrooms, thyme, kale and block of parm cheese in lower right.

These gluten-free breakfast muffins are a great grab and go breakfast that will keep you going until lunch. Veggies and protein mix-ins make a satisfying breakfast that can be made completely dairy-free. Three different versions of the mix-ins, including a…

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July 30, 2021 (last updated December 12, 2022)

Gluten-Free Broccoli Cheddar Soup

close up of white bowl with gluten free broccoli cheddar soup topped with croutons. Spoon with soup over the bowl.

This gluten-free broccoli cheddar soup is creamy, comforting and cheesy. Make this easy recipe in 30 minutes or less. Dairy-free options are included. Be sure to check out more of my gluten-free soup recipes including my, gluten-free creamy mushroom soup,…

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July 17, 2021 (last updated March 2, 2022)

Gluten-Free Cream of Chicken Soup

2 white bowls with gluten-free cream of chicken soup on wood board. Spoon and bread roll in front. Cutting board with celery and carrot in background

This gluten-free cream of chicken soup is the perfect savory comfort food and is ready in less than 40 minutes. It is easily made dairy-free too! Substitute for cream of chicken is included. Be sure to check out my full…

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May 15, 2021 (last updated October 17, 2021)

DIY Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake Pops

white vase with gluten free cake pops coated in chocolate with sprinkles and white chocolate swirl. White background.

This step-by-step recipe for gluten-free vanilla cake pops proves that moist and fluffy cake pops can be made successfully at home. These cake pops are made using my favorite vanilla cake and frosting, and then dipped in a chocolate coating…

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May 11, 2021 (last updated May 13, 2022)

Easy Mango Upside Down Cake (Gluten-Free)

close up of mango upside down cake topped with fresh raspberries. dark wood background, gray napkin in foreground

The vanilla cake in this mango upside down cake is moist, light and fluffy and pairs perfectly with buttery, caramelized fresh mango. This gluten-free upside down cake is a fun and delicious twist on classic pineapple upside down cake. Be…

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April 22, 2021 (last updated December 12, 2022)

Savory Gluten-Free Tartlets with Apple

close up of gluten free tartlet appetizers with apple walnut and green onion filling on gray stone plate with green napkin in background

These tartlets use gluten-free bread for an easy, quick tartlet shell. Filled with apple, walnuts, green onion and plant-based cheese, they are a perfect gluten-free appetizer. Use your own filling and make them savory, sweet or both. More Gluten-Free Appetizer…

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April 19, 2021 (last updated September 30, 2021)

Easy Spinach Walnut Pesto

This easy pesto recipe uses baby spinach, walnuts and citrus for a delicious dairy-free, low fodmap alternative to traditional pesto. Yes, it is possible to make pesto without basil! The blender does most of the work, making this a quick….

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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 19, 2021 (last updated November 29, 2022)

Fluffy, Moist Carrot Cake Cupcakes (Gluten-Free)

Gluten free carrot cake cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and orange sanding sugar on long white platter. Small white bowl with orange sugar in front, gray napkin on right. Wood board with carrots and stack of plates with a cupcake in background.

With warm spices and shredded carrot, these gluten-free carrot cake cupcakes are moist, fluffy, delicious and dairy-free! Gluten-free flour mix tips included. More Gluten-Free Cupcake Recipes Be sure to check out my full list of gluten-free cupcake recipes including my…

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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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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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