Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Bread

Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Bread

This warming Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Bread is a delicious way to use apples this fall season. Dairy free and refined sugar free, this loaf is just the right amount of sweetness and spice!

gluten free apple cinnamon bread
gluten free apple cinnamon bread

If you are looking for the perfect, easy apple cinnamon bread, then look no further! This delicious gluten free bread isn’t too sweet and has just the right amount of cinnamon flavor. It’s the perfect fall dessert. This apple bread is sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce to keep it refined sugar free and amp up the apple flavor.

gluten free and dairy free apple cinnamon bread
gluten free and dairy free apple cinnamon bread

How to Make Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Bread

Apple Cinnamon Bread Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • Sift all the dry ingredients together in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • In a large bowl or in a stand mixer, beat together all the wet ingredients until combined.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix on low until just combined.
  • Mix your chopped apple with cinnamon and flour then fold into the batter.
  • Pour batter into a lined loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

gluten free and dairy free apple cinnamon bread
gluten free and dairy free apple cinnamon bread

How to Serve This Apple Cinnamon Bread

Slice and enjoy this bread as is as a snack or for dessert, but it tastes fantastic with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I highly suggest warming a slice up (either in the oven for 15-30 seconds in the microwave). Warming it up really brings out the flavor and if you add ice cream, it melts perfectly on top.

How to Store This Apple Bread

Slice and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5. You can wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag then freeze slices to last longer! Just thaw and warm up before eating.

gluten free and refined sugar free apple cinnamon bread
gluten free and refined sugar free apple cinnamon bread

More Fall Apple Recipes

Gluten Free Cinnamon Apple Muffins

Apple Pie Cheesecake Cookies

tigernut flour

Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Bread

This warming Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Bread is a delicious way to use apples this fall season. Dairy free and refined sugar free, this loaf is just the right amount of sweetness and spice!
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword apple, dairy free, fall, gluten free, refined sugar free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 1 loaf
Author Victoria Faling

Ingredients

Apple filling

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • Sift all the dry ingredients together in a medium bowl (flours, cinnamon, powder, soda, salt) and set aside.
  • In a large bowl or in a stand mixer, beat together all the wet ingredients until combined (oil, syrup, milk, applesauce, eggs, vanilla).
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix on low until just combined.
  • Mix your chopped apple with cinnamon and flour then fold into the batter.
  • Let the batter sit while you line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • Pour batter into your lined loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before removing to finish cooling on a wire rack.
  • Cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
Gluten Free Walnut Crumble Banana Bread

Gluten Free Walnut Crumble Banana Bread

Soft and moist gluten free banana bread is topped with a sweet and crunchy walnut crumble to make this delicious Gluten Free Walnut Crumble Banana Bread.

gluten free walnut crumble banana bread
gluten free walnut crumble banana bread

This gluten free banana bread is also dairy free and refined sugar free! She truly is a masterpiece. I love making banana bread with ripe bananas and if you’ve got some laying around, you definitely need to try this recipe.

Ingredients for Gluten Free Walnut Crumble Banana Bread

Gluten Free Banana Bread

  • Bananas
  • Eggs
  • Olive oil: melted coconut oil or butter should also work!
  • Applesauce or yogurt: either one will work in this recipe.
  • Maple syrup: we’re keep this banana bread refined sugar free by using maple syrup as the sweetener. There’s not too much, just enough to compliment the natural sweetness of the bananas. Low sugar, healthy, and tasty banana bread? Yes please!
  • Vanilla extract
  • 1:1 gluten free flour
  • Tigernut flour or almond flour
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Cinnamon

Walnut Crumble topping

  • Walnuts
  • Tigernut flour or almond flour
  • Maple syrup
  • Coconut oil or butter

gluten free and dairy free walnut crumble banana bread
gluten free and dairy free walnut crumble banana bread

How to Store This Gluten Free Banana Bread

You can store this walnut crumble banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or pop it in the fridge for up to 5. This bread also freezes nicely. Just slice and wrap each slice individually with plastic wrap. Place in a freezer safe bag and freeze! This bread tastes amazing warmed up, so de-thaw a slice then warm in the oven or microwave.

gluten free and dairy free walnut crumble banana bread
gluten free and dairy free walnut crumble banana bread

More Banana Bread Recipes

Gluten Free Fudgy Chocolate Banana Bread

Paleo Banana Bread

Paleo Banana Bread Coffee Cake

gluten free flour

Gluten Free Walnut Crumble Banana Bread

Soft and moist gluten free banana bread is topped with a sweet and crunchy walnut crumble to make this delicious Gluten Free Walnut Crumble Banana Bread. This bread is also completely dairy free and refined sugar free.
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword banana bread, dairy free, gluten free, healthy, refined sugar free
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 1 loaf
Author Victoria Faling

Ingredients

Banana Bread

  • 3 large bananas about 1.5 cups
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup applesauce or yogurt
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups 1:1 gluten free flour
  • 1/2 cup tigernut flour or almond flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Walnut Crumble TOPPING

  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup tigernut flour or almond flour
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1-2 Tbsp melted coconut oil or butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • Mash the banana in a large bowl.
  • Add the eggs, oil, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla and beat on medium until combined.
  • Add the dry ingredients for the bread (flours, baking powder and soda, salt, cinnamon) and mix on low until combined.
  • Pour the batter into the lined loaf pan and set aside while you make the topping.
  • Combine all walnut topping ingredients together in a small bowl, starting with 1 tbsp of oil. If the crumble is too dry, add the second tablespoon.
  • Crumble the topping evenly over the banana bread and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10-20 minutes before removing to finish cooling on a wire rack.
  • I find that the longer you can wait to slice into it (even overnight), the better it tastes. This seems to let the flavors really develop.
Gluten Free Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins

Gluten Free Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins

These 1-bowl Gluten Free Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins are loaded with chocolate chips and walnuts for a delicious bite!

gluten free chocolate walnut banana muffins
gluten free chocolate walnut banana muffins

I had to amp up the classic banana bread muffin with chocolate and walnuts. These delicious chocolate banana muffins are gluten free, dairy free, and can be made refined sugar free depending on the chocolate chips you use. You can also leave out the walnuts if you are allergic, but the chocolate-walnut combo is divine if you can have them.

gluten free and dairy free chocolate walnut banana muffins
gluten free and dairy free chocolate walnut banana muffins

What’s in These Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins?

  • Bananas
  • Maple syrup 
  • Melted oil or butter: you can use olive oil, melted coconut oil, or melted (vegan) butter. Any and all will work in this recipe!
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla extract
  • 1:1 gluten free flour
  • Cocoa powder
  • Baking soda
  • Chocolate chips
  • Walnuts

Ingredient Substitutions

Oil/butter: I have not tried this, but I think using applesauce would work if you want to keep this recipe fat free.

Walnuts: If you have a nut allergy, feel free to leave this out.

Eggs: I have not tested a vegan version of this recipe. If you try this gluten free banana muffin recipe with an egg substitute, share how it goes in the comments.

gluten free and dairy free chocolate banana muffins
gluten free and dairy free chocolate banana muffins

More Banana Goodness

Looking for more banana-based recipes? Check these out…

Paleo Banana Bread

Paleo Banana Bread Coffee Cake

Gluten Free Fudgy Chocolate Banana Bread

Gluten Free and Vegan Banana Cream Pie

Banana Pudding Ice Cream Sandwiches

gluten free flour

Gluten Free Chocolate Walnut Banana Muffins

These 1-bowl gluten free and dairy free chocolate banana muffins are loaded with chocolate chips and walnuts for the perfect gooey crunchy bite.
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate, dairy free, gluten free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 16 muffins
Author Victoria Faling

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup melted oil or butter (coconut oil, olive oil, or any butter variety will work)
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup 1:1 gluten free flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2+ cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Mash the bananas in a large bowl then add the remaining wet ingredients (maple syrup, oil, eggs, vanilla) and beat to combine.
  • Add in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda and mix until just combined.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts (adding more if desired!).
  • Scoop batter into lined muffin tin. This recipe makes 16 muffins, so you may need to bake in batches.
  • Blake for 20 minutes then let cool for at least 10 minutes in the pan before removing to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Gluten Free BLT Pasta Salad

Gluten Free BLT Pasta Salad

This gluten free BLT Pasta Salad is an easy dinner option that’s perfect when you don’t know what to make.

gluten free BLT pasta salad
gluten free BLT pasta salad

Pasta salad is a classic, but let’s combine it with another classic- a BLT. This BLT pasta salad is gluten free and dairy free and packed with the classic BLT components. Gluten free pasta is mixed with chopped bacon, tomatoes, and spinach then served with either a more classic oil and vinegar dressing or a creamy yogurt-based dressing, depending on what you like. I threw in some chicken breast for good measure and to amp up that protein content!

gluten free BLT pasta salad
gluten free BLT pasta salad

Gluten Free Pasta Salad

BLT Pasta Salad Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz box of gluten free pasta of choice
  • 1 package bacon of choice (I used turkey bacon due to preference)
  • 1 lbs cooked chicken breast, sliced
  • 1-2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 2 large handfuls spinach, chopped

Pasta Salad Dressing

Option 1: creamy ranch style dressing

  • 1/2 cup Greek or vegan yogurt
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp garlic infused olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp dried cilantro
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Option 2: traditional oil and vinegar dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp dried cilantro
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook and drain your pasta according to the box and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, cook your bacon your preferred way.
  • When bacon is done, chop into bite size pieces.
  • Toss all ingredients for the salad together in a large bowl.
  • Mix all ingredients together for whichever dressing you prefer then pour over the salad and mix to combine.
  • Enjoy!

gluten free BLT pasta salad
gluten free BLT pasta salad

Gluten Free BLT Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is a gluten free take on the classic BLT. Packed with gluten free pasta, fresh veggies, chicken and bacon, it's the perfect meal prep or family dinner!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword dairy free, gluten free
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 -6 servings
Author Victoria Faling

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz box of gluten free pasta of choice
  • 1 package bacon of choice
  • 1 lbs cooked chicken breast, sliced
  • 1-2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 2 large handfuls spinach, chopped

Dressing

Option 1: creamy ranch style dressing

  • 1/2 cup Greek or vegan yogurt
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp garlic infused olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp dried cilantro
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Option 2: traditional oil and vinegar dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp dried cilantro
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook and drain your pasta according to the box and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, cook your bacon your preferred way.
  • When bacon is done, chop into bite size pieces.
  • Toss all ingredients for the salad together in a large bowl.
  • Mix all ingredients together for whichever dressing you prefer then pour over the salad and mix to combine.
  • Enjoy!
Zucchini Feta Turkey Burgers (Gluten Free, Dairy Free Option)

Zucchini Feta Turkey Burgers (Gluten Free, Dairy Free Option)

If you’ve got summer zucchini, then you have to make these Zucchini Feta Turkey Burgers. Shredded zucchini and (vegan) feta are mixed into ground turkey for juicy and flavorful burgers!

zucchini feta turkey burgers
zucchini feta turkey burgers

I love amping up a classic burger and these zucchini feta burgers really take it up a few notches. The zucchini helps keep the burgers moist and the feta adds so much delicious flavor. I use a vegan feta to keep these turkey burgers dairy free and it’s just as delicious.

zucchini feta turkey burgers
zucchini feta turkey burgers

Ingredients for Zucchini Feta Turkey Burgers

  • 1 lbs ground turkey breast
  • 3/4 cup shredded zucchini, about 1 medium zucchini
  • 1/2 cup (vegan) feta 2-3 oz. I love the Follow Your Heart feta crumbles
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt

How to Cook These Turkey Burgers

These burgers are super easy to make and come together in under 30 minutes. You can cook these turkey burgers three different ways:

  1. Grill: cook on high for 4-5 minutes on each side, until internal temperature reaches 165F.
  2. Air Fry: cook at 360F for about 10-15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F.
  3. Bake: cook at 375F for about 15-20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F.

How to Serve Turkey Burgers

Since these turkey burgers already have a lot of flavor, they don’t need a ton of toppings. They still taste great on a gluten free bun with any traditional toppings, though, like sliced tomato, onion, lettuce, or avocado.

I love serving them alongside some sweet potato fries or a big, fresh salad.

zucchini feta turkey burgers
zucchini feta turkey burgers

Zucchini Feta Turkey Burgers

These turkey burgers are so juicy, packed with flavor, and made in under 30 minutes! Fresh zucchini and feta are mixed with ground turkey and grilled for the perfect summer burger. These gluten free burgers can be made dairy free by using a vegan feta.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword dairy free, Easy, gluten free, Simple, summer, under 30 minutes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 burgers
Author Victoria Faling

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs ground turkey breast
  • 3/4 cup shredded zucchini about 1 medium zucchini
  • 1/2 cup (vegan) feta 2-3 oz
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Shred your zucchini then squeeze out some of the excess juice in a towel. You don't have to go crazy, just get a little of the extra juice out.
  • Combine all ingredients together in a bowl and mix well.
  • Form into 4 patties and place in the fridge while preparing to cook them.
  • Grill: cook on high for 4-5 minutes on each side, until internal temperature reaches 165F.
  • Air fry: cook at 360F for about 10-15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F.
  • Oven: cook at 375F for about 15-20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F.
Paleo Strawberry-Peach Crumble (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Paleo Strawberry-Peach Crumble (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Fresh fruit is topped with a completely gluten free crumble topping to make the easiest and yummiest summer Paleo Crumble dessert!

paleo fruit crumble
paleo fruit crumble

I’ve been making this crumble for years and after sharing the recipe with my mom, she’s now made it more than me. You could say this is a go-to dessert recipe in our house. We love making it with fresh summer fruit. It truly highlights the natural sweetness of fruit and has the perfect amount of doughy crumble topping.

Besides being an easy dessert recipe, the second best part about this fruit crumble is that is allergy friendly. It is completely gluten free, vegan, Paleo and Autoimmune Paleo friendly!

gluten free strawberry peach crumble
gluten free strawberry peach crumble

How to Make Paleo Fruit Crumble

This fruit crumble is super easy to make and the perfect dessert to whip up when you’re craving something sweet or need a last minute dessert for a get together.

Gluten Free Crumble Ingredients

  • Peaches
  • Strawberries
  • Coconut Sugar
  • Lemon Juice
  • Tapioca or arrowroot starch
  • Tigernut flour or almond flour (to keep this recipe nut free and AIP, use tigernut flour)
  • Coconut flakes or oats
  • Cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Maple Syrup
  • Coconut Oil
  • Vanilla

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Stir all the fruit filling ingredients together and pour into a 9×9 inch baking dish. Set aside while you make the topping.
  • For the topping, whisk together the dry ingredients. 
  • Add the maple syrup, 2 Tbsp of oil, and vanilla extract. Mix to combine. If the dough is too crumbly, add more oil. The dough should be somewhat whet and hold together.
  • Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit and bake for ~30 minutes until golden.
  • Let cool slightly before serving.

gluten free and paleo strawberry peach crumble
gluten free and paleo strawberry peach crumble

Fruit Crumble Ingredient Notes

Can I use other fruit?

Yes! You can truly use whatever combination of fruit you want. You’ll need about 6-8 cups of fruit. I also love making this with rhubarb. The only change you need to make if using rhubarb, is that you’ll first want to sauté the rhubarb with the filling ingredients over low heat to soften it slightly. Peach and rhubarb, strawberry and rhubarb… it’s all delicious!

Can I use frozen fruit?

Technically you can. I suggest de-frosting the fruit first and pouring off some of the juice. This crumble truly tastes best with fresh fruit, though!

What if I’m not Paleo?

If you just want to make a gluten free crumble and don’t care about it being completely grain free, feel free to use gluten free oats instead of the coconut and gluten free flour instead of the starch. You’ll still want to use tigernut or almond flour, though.

gluten free and paleo fruit crumble
gluten free and paleo fruit crumble
tigernut flour

Paleo Strawberry Peach Crumble

This easy crumble can be made year round with almost any fruit, but it's a go-to summer dessert with all the fresh berries! Topped with a fully paleo, gluten free, and vegan crumble, you'll love this simple dessert recipe.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword autoimmune paleo, dairy free, gluten free, paleo
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Author Victoria Faling

Ingredients

Fruit Filling

  • 3 peaches, chopped
  • 2-3 cups strawberries, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp coconut sugar
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 2 Tbsp tapioca or arrowroot starch

Crumble Topping

  • 1 1/4 cup tigernut flour or almond flour
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut or gluten free oats
  • 1/4 cup tapioca starch or gluten free flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2-4 Tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Stir all the fruit filling ingredients together and pour into a 9×9 inch baking dish. Set aside while you make the topping.
  • For the topping, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  • Add the maple syrup, 2 Tbsp of oil, and vanilla extract. Mix to combine. If the dough is too crumbly, add more oil. The dough should be somewhat whet and hold together.
  • Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit and bake for ~30 minutes until golden.
  • Let cool slightly before serving. Keep stored in the fridge.