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6 Cakes You Won’t Believe Are Gluten-free

by Lottie Huckle

published on 23 June 2016

These 6 cakes are so good, you’ll forget they’re gluten-free. So sit back with a cup of tea, and line up your next gluten-free baking adventure. 

Almond, Honey and Fig Cake

Almond, Honey and Fig Cake

This cake is dense, moist and has a vaguely southern Mediterranean or Middle Eastern feel. Sign us up for a slice with a dollop of Greek yoghurt! 

Gluten-Free Black Forest Cake

Gluten-Free Black Forest Cake

by Martha Swift

What a show-stopper! Primrose Bakery founder Martha Swift has taken on the classic Black Forest Cake and created a gluten-free version for everyone to enjoy. Excuse us, we’re off to buy all the chocolate and cherries we can lay our hands on. 

Free-from Hazelnut, Plum & Cinnamon Tart (gluten-free)

Free-from Hazelnut, Plum & Cinnamon Tart (gluten-free)

by Lucinda Bruce-Gardyne

Gluten-free and missing pastry? This charmingly rustic tart will be the answer to your pastry prayers. Use whatever fruit is in season and enjoy. 

Pistachio Cake with Fresh Honeycomb

Pistachio Cake with Fresh Honeycomb

by The Meringue Girls

This cake is such a looker. Topped with homemade pistachio nut butter icing and fresh honeycomb, it’s an eye-catching delight!

Gluten-Free Spiced Carrot, Parsnip & Orange Cake

Gluten-Free Spiced Carrot, Parsnip & Orange Cake

by Lucinda Bruce-Gardyne

Who doesn’t love a carrot cake? Now everyone can have a slice with this recipe from the creator of Genius, Lucinda Bruce-Gardyne.

Blood Orange and Olive Oil Cake with Almonds

Blood Orange and Olive Oil Cake with Almonds

by Alice Hart

This simple cake uses whole oranges to create an irresistibly zesty flavour. It’s the perfect afternoon cake and would go down a treat with a cuppa. 

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