Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Desserts 20 Quick Gluten-Free Desserts You Can Make Tonight Gluten who? By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. 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The good news is, there are countless gluten-free options these days at both restaurants and in supermarkets, so it's never been easier to enjoy some of your favorite dishes and snacks. If you love to bake or simply can't resist a sweet treat at the end of the day, you'll want to check out these tasty gluten-free dessert recipes. From macaroons and peanut butter cookies, to hand-churned ice cream and chocolate truffles, it's possible to have your [gluten-free] cake and eat it too. 18 Easy, Healthy Dinner Ideas Your Whole Family Will Love 01 of 20 Chocolate Pecan Fudge Balls Caitlin Bensel These chocolate-y, crunchy bite-sized treats are incredibly easy to whip up, even for an amateur baker. get the recipe 02 of 20 Sheet Pan Pavlova With Berries and Mangoes Greg DuPree This Australian dessert is light, refreshing, and absolutely perfect to serve at any summer gathering. get the recipe 03 of 20 Strawberry Dust Meringues Caitlin Bensel Meringues may seem like a fancy and complicated treat to make, but they're simple to whip up and call for only seven ingredients. get the recipe 04 of 20 Flourless Spiced Hot Chocolate Cake Caitlin Bensel If you're a fan of Mexican hot chocolate, you're going to love this spicy and sweet flourless cake. get the recipe 05 of 20 Espresso and Chocolate Truffles Hector Sanchez Make a big batch of these rich and decadent truffles to gift to friends and family during the holidays. 7 Foods That Will Boost Your Mood, According to Science get the recipe 06 of 20 Watermelon Mojito Granita Antonis Achilleos Take advantage of watermelon season with this boozy, refreshing dessert that's great to snack on poolside. get the recipe 07 of 20 Almond Macaroon Cake Jennifer Causey The best part about this tasty cake? You can make it with just three eggs and six common pantry staples like sugar, shredded coconut, flour, and almonds. get the recipe 08 of 20 No-Churn Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream Samantha Seneviratne There's nothing quite as delicious as homemade ice cream, especially when it has chunks of juicy strawberries and fresh vanilla bean. get the recipe 09 of 20 No-Churn Papaya Ice Cream Victor Protasio The combination of luscious vanilla ice cream with folded chunks of tropical papaya is almost too good to be true. get the recipe 10 of 20 Cherries Jubilee Joseph De Leo This sweet and tart dessert is great to enjoy for date night at home, and it takes less than 30 minutes to make. get the recipe 11 of 20 Cantaloupe-Coconut Ice Pops Victor Protasio These dairy-free ice pops are unique but full of flavor thanks to the juicy cantaloupe and sweet basil notes. get the recipe 12 of 20 Vanilla Peaches in Rosé Victor Protasio Make the most of your leftover rosé and ripe peaches by adding them to a bowl of vanilla ice cream. get the recipe 13 of 20 Chocolate Bark with Dried Fruit and Spices Josh Wand This sweet and spicy chocolate bark is a thoughtful homemade gift option for friends and family. get the recipe 14 of 20 Raspberry Sorbet With Whipped Cream and Meringues Marcus Nilsson Used as a topping, light, airy meringues melt in your mouth and provide a delicious play on texture when served with smooth, cool sorbet. get the recipe 15 of 20 Flourless Chocolate Cake Christopher Testani Rich and dense, this cake will satisfy even the most serious chocoholic. get the recipe 16 of 20 Strawberry Ice Cream Cake Anna Williams Whip cut-up strawberries into softened vanilla ice cream and freeze in a pan for a homemade treat that's better than anything you can buy in the store. get the recipe 17 of 20 Lemony Almond Macaroons Ellen Silverman Grated lemon zest perks up these chewy coconut cookies, while sliced almonds add a nice crunch. get the recipe 18 of 20 Coconut Macaroons Jennifer Causey This five-ingredient coconut cookie is perfectly chewy, sweet, and highly addicting. 20 Best Romantic Dessert Recipes get the recipe 19 of 20 Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies David Prince These chewy, nutty peanut butter cookies are always a hit—and best of all, they don't contain any flour. get the recipe 20 of 20 Chocolate Bar Fondue Anna Williams Customize your very own chocolate fondue bar with gluten-free cookies, and fresh or dried fruit. get the recipe Was this page helpful? 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