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6 Cakes You Won’t Believe Are Gluten-free

by Lottie Huckle

published on 23 June 2016, last updated on 18 August 2021

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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 - 2

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!

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Gluten-Free Black Forest Cake

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) - 4

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

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.

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Pistachio Cake with Fresh Honeycomb

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

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Gluten-Free Spiced Carrot, Parsnip & Orange Cake

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

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Blood Orange and Olive Oil Cake with Almonds

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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