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August 24, 2023 (last updated October 2, 2023)

5-Minute Creamy Orange Cake Glaze

Cake on wire rack. Glass pitcher above pouring orange cake glaze onto cake. Wood board with orange slices in back right.

This sweet and tangy orange cake glaze has just 3 ingredients and mixes up in 5 minutes. With a cream cheese base and no powdered sugar, it’s a wonderful, not-too-sweet, topping for cakes and desserts. It has a creamy texture…

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August 24, 2023 (last updated October 2, 2023)

Gluten-Free Orange Polenta Cake (No Almonds)

close up of slice of gluten free polenta orange cake on white plate with fork. Cake in background.

This gluten-free polenta cake has a pop of orange flavor from orange zest. The single layer cake is moist, fluffy and mixes up in one bowl. There’s no almond or almond flour like many other polenta cakes. Top it with…

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August 18, 2023 (last updated September 25, 2023)

7-Minute Orange White Balsamic Vinaigrette

small glass pitcher pouring orange white balsamic vinaigrette onto green salad.

This vinaigrette combines orange juice, orange zest and white balsamic vinegar for a tart and sweet salad dressing that’s ready in just 7 minutes. Mix it up by hand or in the blender for a creamier vinaigrette. Be sure to…

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January 30, 2023 (last updated June 19, 2023)

7 Minute Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Bottle of blood orange vinaigrette with half of a blood orange on left. Bowl with green salad in back right and board with cut oranges in back left.

This blood orange vinaigrette has just five ingredients and is ready in 7 minutes or less! The easy recipe allows the blood orange flavor to be the star of a salad dressing that will add something special to just about…

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May 23, 2022 (last updated October 27, 2022)

Creamy Citrus Salad Dressing

This creamy citrus salad dressing combines fresh lemon and orange for a tangy, sweet dressing. Dairy-free and vegan options are included. The quick and easy recipe mixes up in 5 minutes. Be sure to check out more of my creamy…

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May 11, 2022 (last updated September 10, 2023)

Easy 5 Minute Balsamic Citrus Vinaigrette

Small glass pitcher with citrus balsamic vinaigrette. White plate with green salad and fork on right. Wood cutting board with orange and lime slices on right. More plates with salad and small bowl with orange wedges in background.

This citrus balsamic vinaigrette combines orange and lime with white balsamic for a quick, fresh salad dressing. The easy recipe mixes up in just five minutes. Be sure to check out more of my salad dressing recipes including my champagne…

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November 20, 2021 (last updated November 29, 2022)

Moist, Fluffy Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Muffins

close up of gluten=free cranberry orange muffin with icing dripping on white plate. Fresh cranberries in front, orange slices in back and spoon with icing on left.

These gluten-free cranberry orange muffins are moist, tart and just sweet enough for a breakfast or brunch treat. They can also be made dairy-free. Be sure to check out more of my gluten-free muffin recipes including my signature gluten-free coffee…

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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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July 29, 2021 (last updated December 28, 2022)

Easy 3-Minute Orange Marinade for Chicken

close up of grilled chicken with orange marinade on dark stone plate. Slice orange garnish, Fresh cilantro on left, lime wedges in front.

This orange marinade for chicken mixes up in 3 minutes and gives your chicken a bright citrusy flavor. Sweet and tart orange makes a great base for a chicken marinade. Lime juice and some savory ingredients will make your taste…

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February 27, 2021 (last updated August 9, 2023)

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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October 15, 2018 (last updated January 17, 2022)

Yams with Orange-Bourbon Sauce

white baking dish with sliced roasted yams topped with orange slices. Blue napkin on right. Wood background.

With the all the desserts around the holidays, I skip the brown sugar and the traditional marshmallow topping on the yams and add a little zing. This recipe for yams with orange-bourbon sauce is super simple. The sauce has only…

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This gluten-free blueberry crisp is made with fres This gluten-free blueberry crisp is made with fresh blueberries and topped with a cinnamon brown sugar topping with no oats. Oats can be tricky when you're gluten-free, so I prefer my crisp without them. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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These buttery cookies are gluten-free and melt in These buttery cookies are gluten-free and melt in your mouth. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This gluten-free strawberry sheet cake is filled w This gluten-free strawberry sheet cake is filled with fresh strawberries in a strawberry swirl. It's the perfect dessert for a crowd on a spring or summer day. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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Simply take some fresh strawberries and whirl them in the food processor until they're finely chopped. Mix some into the batter and spread the rest between layers of batter to create a pretty swirl when you cut into the cake. 
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This Gluten-Free Lemon Bundt Cake is a dreamy good This Gluten-Free Lemon Bundt Cake is a dreamy good, sunny treat. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This Gluten-Free Carrot Cake is fluffy, moist and This Gluten-Free Carrot Cake is fluffy, moist and packed with cinnamon spice goodness. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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I prefer my carrot cake with no crushed pineapple or nuts or raisins. I use a little applesauce to give it some fruity flavor but that's it. So if you're on team nut-free, raisin-free, this is the cake for you.
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Whether it's summer peach season or not you can ma Whether it's summer peach season or not you can make this gluten-free peach cobbler. The recipe includes instructions for fresh, frozen or canned peaches. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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This gluten-free chocolate mug cake is ready in ju This gluten-free chocolate mug cake is ready in just 5 minutes. When you want a cake just for yourself, it's the perfect recipe. Link to the recipe in my profile.
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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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