Does gluten-free baking seem overwhelming? Whether you are new to baking or been at it for years, we are sharing our top 5 tips to creating delicious treats.

These tips will help to achieve perfect results every time and eliminate frustration in the kitchen.

From accurately measuring ingredients to mastering the texture of your treats, these tips are designed to make your gluten-free baking experience both enjoyable and successful.

As a bonus, we share four of our most popular baking recipes before diving into this week's meal plan!

1. Spoon and Sweep Method: Use a spoon to scoop flour into the measuring cup and then a knife to level out the top of the measuring cup once full to accurately measure gluten free flour blends.
2. Xanthan Gum: As long as the all-purpose flour blend contains xanthan gum, it does not need to be added. If missing as an ingredient in your preferred blend, add according to the package.
3. Gluten-Free Flour Choice: Ensure you’re using a high-quality gluten-free flour blend. Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. Some work better than others for specific recipes. Look for a blend designed for baking, or consider making your own blend using rice flour, potato starch, and tapioca starch.
4. High Altitude Adjustments: If you’re baking at high altitudes, you might need to make adjustments to the recipe. Higher altitudes can affect baking times and rise, so consult a high-altitude baking guide for guidance.
5. Check for Doneness: Oven temperatures can vary, so use the suggested baking time as a guideline. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick or skewer into the center of the dessert. It should come out clean.

Have additional questions about gluten-free baking? Reach out via email at jodi@createkidsclub.com.

Sugar Cookies

Our dairy-free sugar cookies recipe is so delicious no one will know they are both dairy-free and gluten-free! Made with dairy-free butter, a blend of gluten-free flour, and almond flour, these moist and delicious sugar cookies will go fast!

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Vanilla Cupcakes

Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes are the best dessert for birthdays, classroom parties, or any occasion that calls for cake! Dairy-free.

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Chocolate Brownies

Our gluten and dairy-free brownies will be the only brownie recipe you need! These fudgy brownies are packed with chocolate and are so good, no one will know they are allergy-friendly.

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Birthday Cake

Our gluten and dairy-free cake recipe is the best gluten-free birthday cake recipe around! This dairy-free cake uses soy milk and coconut oil baked into a light and fluffy cake that guests will love – and never know it’s allergy-friendly!

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Are you ready to tackle this week of gluten-free dinners with ease? Feeding kids is hard enough, but add in gluten-free, and it’s even more challenging. Let us help with these simple gluten free recipes. Make homemade meals together as a family that are great tasting, simple and kid-friendly.

5-Day Dinner Meal Plan

Monday: Spaghetti Squash Carbonara​

Tuesday: Walking Taco Casserole​

Wednesday: Pan Fried Chicken Tenders​

(Make a double recipe and store leftovers)

Thursday: Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas​

(Use leftover chicken tenders)

Friday: Chicken Sausage Skillet​

Weekend Meals

Round out the weekend by serving leftovers on Saturday and Sunday or enjoying your favorite local restaurants. The goal is for your family to spend less time in the kitchen and more time together on the weekend!

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Have a great week!

Jodi and the CKC Team