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Best Sugar-Free Banana Bread (Moist, Gluten-Free & Naturally Sweetened)

Alysen — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:33:17 +0000

This sugar-free banana bread is soft, moist, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and honey—no refined sugar needed! If you're looking for a healthy banana bread recipe that’s easy, gluten-free, and perfect for breakfast or snacks, this one is a must-try.

Made with simple pantry staples, this loaf delivers rich banana flavor with a tender crumb. Whether you want a naturally sweetened banana bread, a clean-eating treat, or a low-sugar snack for kids, this recipe checks every box.

Why You’ll Love This Sugar-Free Banana Bread

No refined sugar (naturally sweetened)
Moist and fluffy texture
Easy one-bowl recipe
Gluten-free friendly
Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep

Is This Banana Bread Truly Sugar-Free?

This recipe is made without refined sugar, but it does contain honey, which is a natural sweetener.

If you want a completely sugar-free version, you can swap:

Honey → mashed dates
Honey → unsweetened applesauce
Honey → extra ripe bananas

This flexibility makes it ideal for different dietary needs.

Other options for Banana Bread

I am always on the hunt for naturally sweet, gluten-free recipes. This No Sugar Banana Bread is one of my favorites! I love the crunchy topping of chopped walnuts, but you can skip that step for a nut-free banana bread!

If you need a gluten-free sweet loaf recipe, this is truly the best. For the best banana bread, be sure to use overly ripe, brown bananas! This makes the best bread, as the banana's starches have become yummy natural sugars.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ripe bananas (very important for natural sweetness): When life gives you brown bananas, make banana bread! The best bananas for banana bread are brown on the outside but still yellow and creamy on the inside.
Honey (or substitute): This all-natural sweetener brings the perfect balance to this no-sugar banana bread. If you are trying to make this vegan, swap for maple syrup!
Eggs: Large eggs are always the way to go for baking. Want to make an egg-free banana bread? Try this flax egg recipe and double it!
Oil: You can use canola oil or avocado oil for this no-sugar banana bread recipe. It makes the loaf extra moist!
Greek yogurt: For that creamy, moist texture, add a little yogurt! You can use regular Greek yogurt or dairy-free options, like unsweetened coconut yogurt.
Apple cider vinegar: This helps get a great, fluffy banana bread loaf. Plus, it adds a little apple flavor for a super yummy gluten-free bread.
Gluten-free flour blend: I keep my banana bread gluten-free with a gluten-free all-purpose flour. You can use regular flour for this recipe, too.
Baking powder: I use two leavening agents for this banana bread recipe. More rise for me!
Baking soda: For extra rise, baking soda makes the fluffiest banana bread without nuts.
Vanilla extract: That perfect baked good flavor comes from the goodness of vanilla extract.
Salt: Even sweet treats need a little salt to balance the flavor.
Walnuts: For that crunchy topping, I love chopped walnuts. If you want a nut-free banana bread, skip this step.

If you have any questions about Best Sugar-Free Banana Bread, please leave a comment below, and I will get back to you ASAP!

How to Make Sugar-Free Banana Bread

Prep:
Prep your ingredients, preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and grease a loaf pan. I also use parchment paper for a clean banana bread every time!
Mash Bananas:
Peel the bananas and mash them with a fork in a large mixing bowl.
Now, add everything else to the mix except the walnuts.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
Add honey, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
Add Dry Ingredients:
Stir in Gluten-free flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Mix the batter with an electric hand mixer until just combined. Do not overmix!
Pour the Batter into the pan:
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top.
Bake in the oven:
Bake for about 45-55 minutes until a skewer comes out mostly clean from the center.
Cool prior to slicing:
For the best slices, let the banana bread cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire cooling rack to finish cooling.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions for the best Sugar-Free Banana Bread, please see the recipe below.

Tips for Moist Banana Bread

Use very ripe bananas (brown spots = more sweetness)
Don’t overmix the batter
Measure flour correctly
Add yogurt for extra moisture

How to Sweeten Banana Bread Without Sugar

You can naturally sweeten banana bread using:

Bananas (primary sweetener)
Dates (blended)
Applesauce
Maple syrup

Variations

Add chocolate chips to create Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Add your favorite nuts: pecans or sliced almonds
Vegan Banana Bread without eggs
Use dairy-free milk to make Dairy-Free Banana Bread

Storage Tips

Store at room temp: 2–3 days
Fridge: up to 1 week
Freeze: up to 3 months

What to Serve with Sugar-Free Banana Bread

Enjoy a slice of Sugar-Free Banana Bread with a hot oatmilk latte.

Need another sweet brunch recipe? This air-fryer monkey bread couldn't be easier! Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, it's the best way to start the weekend or a family holiday.

This tofu scramble looks JUST like scrambled eggs but is actually a great vegan breakfast alternative with the benefits of turmeric! Whip this up for a savory brunch option, too.

FAQs

Can banana bread be made without sugar?
Yes! You can use ripe bananas, dates, or applesauce instead of sugar.

What makes banana bread moist?
Ripe bananas, yogurt, and not overmixing the batter.

Is honey considered sugar-free?
Honey is a natural sugar, so this recipe is refined sugar-free, not completely sugar-free.

How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?
When the banana's peel turns brown, it is perfect for banana bread. As the banana ripens, the starchy fruit becomes sugary. The sweeter the bananas are, the better your bread will taste.

How many calories are in a slice of homemade banana bread?
This recipe has about 215 calories per slice. If you add melted butter or honey to the top, that will definitely add a few calories each. Luckily, this recipe is also packed with potassium, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C! See the nutritional info in the Sugar-Free Banana bread recipe below.

MORE VEGAN BAKING RECIPES

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Sugar Free Banana Bread

This sugar-free banana bread is moist, fluffy, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and honey. A healthy banana bread recipe that’s gluten-free, easy to make, and perfect for breakfast or snacks!

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine Gluten-free

Keyword gluten free banana bread, no sugar banana bread

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings people

Calories 216kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas
¼ cup honey
¼ cup canola oil or vegetable oil
¼ cup Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ⅓ cups gluten-free all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup chopped walnuts for topping, optional

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and grease and line a large loaf pan.
Peel the bananas and add them to a large mixing bowl. Mash them thoroughly with a fork.
Add all remaining ingredients except for the chopped walnuts to the bowl. Mix with an electric hand whisk until just combined.
Transfer the mixture to your lined loaf tin and sprinkle over the chopped walnuts. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Leave the banana bread in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool. Allow loaf to cool for about 1 hour before slicing.

Video

https://youtu.be/l3U1JDxuerk

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Vegan Pumpkin Bread

Alysen — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:18:58 +0000

Vegan Pumpkin Bread is a quick and easy gluten-free bread that everyone will love for fall! If you miss Starbucks pumpkin bread, you don't need to with this delicious vegan recipe.

VEGAN PUMPKIN BREAD RECIPE

I used to go to Starbucks every morning in the fall for a slice of moist, warm pumpkin bread. Now, I make this vegan pumpkin bread instead! It's made with basic ingredients and is packed with delicious fall flavor, too!

Enjoy it plain, with a bit of vegan butter, or use it for the easiest air fryer French toast. No one would ever guess this pumpkin bread is vegan — and gluten-free, too! It's so moist, fluffy, and perfectly sweetened with a little pumpkin pie spice blend to boot.

INGREDIENTS IN VEGAN PUMPKIN BREAD

Pumpkin puree: Be sure to use 100% pure pumpkin for this recipe, not pumpkin pie filling. It's got tons of extra ingredients that will lead to a flat pumpkin bread!

Gluten-free flour: I love to keep my baking gluten-free when I can, and Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour Mix is perfect!

Xanthan gum: My gluten-free flour mix includes xanthan gum, but if yours doesn't, you'll need to add a bit. Be sure to check the ingredients first!

Baking powder: For the fluffiest vegan pumpkin bread, you want some baking powder for that bread light as a cloud.

Baking soda: For the bit of rise, baking soda is perfect. You just need a tiny bit to make the best vegan bread.

Pumpkin pie spice: I use a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves for a loaf with that perfect pumpkin pie flavor. If you have a pre-mixed pie spice blend, that works too!

Salt: You always want a pinch of salt in your baking recipes. It adds the perfect balance of salty and sweet, plus it enhances all the flavors. Win-win!

Brown sugar: I love the addition of brown sugar in baking. It has an extra richness and subtle sweetness from the molasses.

Vegetable oil: This adds so much moisture to the bread with no eggs or dairy.

Almond milk: I use unsweetened almond milk for a little extra moisture.

Apple cider vinegar: This healthy vinegar reacts with the baking soda for a perfectly dense but still moist loaf.

Vanilla extract: Every sweet bread needs a little vanilla extract!

Pepitas : I love the extra crunch and flavor of these pumpkin seeds. If you don’t like pepitas, you can also do a sugar topping instead!

If you have any questions about how to make vegan pumpkin bread, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!

HOW TO MAKE VEGAN PUMPKIN BREAD

First, whisk together the dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, xanthan gum if needed, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
Then, in another mixing bowl, add the brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, unsweetened almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
Whisk your wet ingredients together until thoroughly combined.
Now, add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.
Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until no flour streaks remain. Don't over mix!
Next, pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan.
To garnish, sprinkle pepitas over the dough. You can skip this step, but I love the look and extra crunch!
Finally, bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH VEGAN PUMPKIN BREAD

You can have this loaf truly any time of day, from a quick breakfast to a yummy afternoon snack. Pair it with a dirty chai latte for the coziest fall meal.

Looking for a healthy breakfast on the go? Try this spirulina breakfast smoothie! It's packed with Vitamin B, Vitamin E, and beta-carotene.

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WHY IS MY PUMPKIN BREAD DRY?

One of the worst things you can do with bread dough is over-mix it, even with gluten-free flour. It can lead to a dry, dense end result. No one wants that!

Also, be sure to use the scoop and measure method for your flour. If you pack more flour than needed into the measuring cups, you'll get a dry loaf, too.

WHAT CAN YOU SUBSTITUTE FOR EGGS IN PUMPKIN BREAD?

I don't use any vegan egg substitutes in this pumpkin bread recipe. I find the oil helps bind everything together well and keep the dough moist.

I've used a lot of egg substitutes in my baking and vegan cooking, and the flax egg has worked best for me! You only need two ingredients to ditch eggs and still have the best baked treats.

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Sick of waiting forever to roast a whole spaghetti squash? Make it in the air fryer! You'll be surprised how quickly and perfectly it cooks in just half an hour.

Vegan cinnamon coffee cake is so easy to make! Add this simple icing drizzle over the cinnamon streusel topping for the best sweet breakfast treat that's perfect for holiday mornings.

MORE VEGAN PUMPKIN RECIPES

Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake
Vegan Pumpkin Muffins
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip (with vegan cream cheese!)

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Vegan Pumpkin Bread

This gluten-free pumpkin bread recipe is easy to make and absolutely delicious! It's got the perfect amount of spice and is topped with pumpkin seeds for extra crunch.

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword gluten free pumpkin bread, pumpkin bread

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings servings

Calories 349kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Ingredients

3 cups gluten-free flour blend
¾ teaspoon xanthan gum if your flour blend doesn't contain it
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon cloves
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 ¾ cups pumpkin puree
¾ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla
¼ cup pepitas for topping, optional

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum if needed, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, add in the brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, unsweetened almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until no more flour streaks remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Sprinkle pepitas over the batter.
Bake for 60 to 75 minutes, until the bread is fully cooked through. Check by inserting a wooden skewer into the center of the bread.
Allow to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

If you don’t like pepitas, you can also do a sugar topping instead. You will only need about 2 teaspoons of coarse sugar.
Make sure your sugar is vegan. Sometimes sugar is processed with bone char.
I used Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour for this recipe which already contains xanthan gum. If your blend does not contain it, you will want to add it to the dry ingredients.
This pumpkin bread stores well wrapped at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it. I like to slice and then freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet for an hour. Then place the individual slices in a freezer safe bag with parchment paper in between each slice. You can then grab as many slices as you need. Defrost at room temperature to serve.
I like to place my pumpkin bread on the middle rack of the oven. If you find that your pumpkin bread is browning too much in the oven, place some aluminum foil over the top for the duration of the bake time.
If you don’t want to line your loaf pan, you can also grease it with non-stick cooking spray or vegan butter. I prefer to use parchment paper so I can easily lift the bread out of the loaf pan and onto a cutting board for slicing.

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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte

Alysen — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 02:40:10 +0000

Skip the Starbucks line and make your own vegan pumpkin-spiced latte at home! You only need six basic ingredients to make this latte recipe — and no fancy equipment is required!

VEGAN PUMPKIN SPICED LATTE RECIPE

Coffee is a requirement in my life, and sometimes I like to dress it up!

These vegan pumpkin spiced lattes are so easy to make but feel so decadent and fancy! You only need a few basic pantry staples to add to your espresso. No expensive espresso machine is required for this latte recipe!

Fall is made for all things pumpkin (try pumpkin French toast), so why not add a little to your coffee? This latte recipe has both pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for that perfect pumpkin pie flavor in liquid form!

INGREDIENTS IN VEGAN PUMPKIN SPICED LATTE

Non-dairy milk: I usually use almond milk for my latte, but cashew milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or even soy milk works, too!

Pumpkin puree: Be sure to use 100% pumpkin puree if you buy the canned version. You can also roast your own sugar pumpkins and make pumpkin puree at home.

Maple syrup: This adds the perfect plant-based sweetness to the glass. If you prefer a different sweetener, use it, but I love the fall flavor of maple syrup.

Vanilla extract: Everything is better with vanilla extract! It adds that subtle richness of vanilla with just a couple of drops.

Pumpkin pie spice: This blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cloves adds that perfect fall spice to the mix. You can use any store-bought blend or make it yourself.

Espresso: You don't need any fancy equipment to make espresso. You can use a Moka pot or Aeropress for espresso, and these makers are less than $30! You can also use strong brewed coffee, too.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!

HOW TO MAKE VEGAN PUMPKIN SPICE LATTES

First, add the alt milk, pumpkin puree, and maple syrup to a sauce pot.
Then, stir together until it's fully combined over low heat. Whisk liquid for a few minutes until the milk is hot but not boiling.
Now, remove the pot from the heat, and add vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice.
Mix spices into the milk mixture until everything is incorporated.
Whisk the milk mixture until frothy and bubbly. This will take a few minutes. You can whisk by hand or use a milk frother.
To make the lattes, divide the espresso into 2 mugs.
Then, pour the frothed pumpkin spiced milk over the espresso slowly.
I like to serve mine with an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor. Yum!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH VEGAN PUMPKIN SPICE LATTES

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WHAT IS THE BEST NON-DAIRY MILK FOR LATTES?

You don't need dairy milk to make a frothy latte, I promise! It's all about the whisking.

I usually use almond milk in my coffee, so I often froth it for lattes, too! Oat milk is also a great option, so is soy milk, coconut milk, or cashew milk.

Whatever you use, be sure you whisk it for multiple minutes to get that extra bubbly topping.

OTHER VEGAN LATTE RECIPES

I LOVE lattes. Iced or hot, coffee or tea, I love them all equally.

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If you love matcha, you have to try this iced matcha latte. It's so refreshing and beautiful, too!

This turmeric coffee latte is great for fall mornings when you want a little nutrition in your coffee, too.

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Vegan Pumpkin Spiced Latte

This vegan latte recipe is just like Starbucks with non-dairy milk! You'll never wait in the drive-thru line again with this 6-ingredient recipe that's ready in minutes.

Course beverage, Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword copycat recipe, pumpkin spice latte, vegan latte recipe

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 5

Total Time 7

Servings servings

Calories 314kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Ingredients

1 ½ cups non-dairy milk almond, oat, cashew, or coconut
¼ cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 shots espresso or ½ cup very strong coffee

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, add non-dairy milk, pumpkin puree, and maple syrup.
Whisk and heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until milk is hot, but not boiling.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and pumpkin pie spice. Continue whisking until frothy.
Divide the hot espresso between 2 mugs.
Pour the pumpkin spice milk mixture over the top of each mug. Serve with an additional sprinkle of pumpkin spice if desired.

Notes

If you do not have an espresso machine, you can use ½ cup very strong coffee in its place. You can also use instant espresso powder mixed with boiling water.
I like oat milk or almond milk for this recipe, but you can use your favorite non-dairy milk. If your milk is already sweetened, you may want to cut back on the maple syrup in the recipe.

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Bananas and Cream Oatmeal

Alysen — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:26:46 +0000

This Bananas and Cream Oatmeal is a quick and easy homemade breakfast the entire family will love! Simple ingredients coming together to make a ridiculously delicious breakfast.

What makes this Bananas and Cream Oatmeal so good?!

This Bananas and Cream Oatmeal is SUPER customizable! Want more protein? Add in some protein powder, top with peanut butter or chopped pecans! Toss some berries into the oatmeal! The options are endless.
It makes great leftovers, make a double batch to keep breakfast easy all week long. Making this ahead you may find some discoloration with the banana, but the taste is still amazingly delicious!

Tips and Tricks for Bananas and Cream Oatmeal

Use old-fashioned oats for this recipe. Quick oats tend to get too mushy when cooked for too long.
If you are gluten-free, make sure your oats are gluten-free certified, or better yet, purity protocol oats.
You’ll use two bananas in this recipe, one will be mashed and combined with the oats. The other is sliced and used as a topping.
If you don’t want to use brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar, coconut sugar, or pure maple syrup for this recipe.
To make this recipe dairy-free, use unsweetened almond milk or your favorite non-dairy milk in the oats. Then, drizzle non-dairy milk over the top of your oatmeal before serving.
If you like your oatmeal to be thicker, cook for the full 8 minutes until thick. If you like your oatmeal on the runnier side, start checking around 5 minutes. You can also add an additional ½ cup of milk to the mixture if you prefer it looser.

Other Breakfast Recipes

Blueberry Toast
Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Baked Oatmeal Cups
Pumpkin Spiced Oatmeal
Kick up your Breakfast a notch by using Caramelized Bananas instead!

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Bananas and Cream Oatmeal

This Bananas and Cream Oatmeal is a quick and easy homemade breakfast the entire family will love! Simple ingredients coming together to make a ridiculously delicious breakfast.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Bananas and Cream Oatmeal

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 12

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 458kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy milk of choice
3 tbsp brown sugar
½ tsp ground cinnamon plus additional for topping
½ tsp salt
1 cup old fashioned oats gluten-free if needed
2 bananas 1 mashed and 1 sliced for serving
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp heavy cream If dairy free can use the thick coconut cream from the top of a can of full fat coconut milk

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, whisk together water, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a boil.
Add the oats and mashed banana. Stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 6-8 minutes, until thickened to your liking.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Divide between two bowls. Top with heavy cream, remaining sliced banana, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon before serving.

Notes

Tips and Tricks for Bananas and Cream Oatmeal

Use old-fashioned oats for this recipe. Quick oats tend to get too mushy when cooked for too long.
If you are gluten-free, make sure your oats are gluten-free certified, or better yet, purity protocol oats.
You’ll use two bananas in this recipe, one will be mashed and combined with the oats. The other is sliced and used as a topping.
If you don’t want to use brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar, coconut sugar, or pure maple syrup for this recipe.
To make this recipe dairy-free, use unsweetened almond milk or your favorite non-dairy milk in the oats. Then, drizzle non-dairy milk over the top of your oatmeal before serving.
If you like your oatmeal to be thicker, cook for the full 8 minutes until thick. If you like your oatmeal on the runnier side, start checking around 5 minutes. You can also add an additional ½ cup of milk to the mixture if you prefer it looser.

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Vegan Blueberry Scones

Alysen — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:54:08 +0000

The easiest recipe for making Vegan Blueberry scones from scratch! You'll love the pops of fresh blueberries in this simple vanilla and cinnamon scone dough, and they are perfect with your morning coffee or tea.

VEGAN BLUEBERRY SCONES RECIPE

Did you know that most scone recipes don't call for eggs anyway? That means that scones are already almost vegan! A few easy vegan baking swaps make this a simple vegan baking recipe. We've also made this recipe gluten-free!

If you've never made scones before, you are going to be really surprised at how simple they are to make. Scones seem fancy, but baking them isn't hard. The process for making vegan blueberry scone dough is different than other baked goods, but it's an easy process, and I'll give you all of the steps.

Perfect vegan blueberry scones have slightly crispy tops and a soft, fluffy center that just begs to be eaten for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea! I especially love pairing them with this vegan golden milk recipe!

If you're a fan of a sweet breakfast bread like I am, You should make my Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffins next. Yum! I love a little bit of chocolate in the morning.

INGREDIENTS FOR VEGAN BLUEBERRY SCONES

Flour - Gluten-free all purpose flour is the base of this recipe. You'll need two cups, plus a bit extra to keep the dough from sticking to the counter and your hands when you roll it out. Feel free to use regular all-purpose flour if gluten-free baked goods aren't a concern for you.

Almond Meal - Almond meal or almond flour will work in this recipe. It adds a bit of nutty flavor and a very nice texture to these vegan scones. Baking with almond flour also adds protein!

Xanthan Gum - In gluten-free baking, this is the ingredient that replicates the stretch and elasticity of gluten. If your gluten-free flour blend already includes xanthan gum, or if you are using regular flour, you can omit this from the recipe.

Baking Powder - for the perfect rise, baking powder does the job.

Cinnamon - I love the warm flavor of this subtle spice in all sorts of baked goods, and it's especially delicious in blueberry scones.

Salt - Just a bit helps to balance out the sweetness from the sugar.

Sugar - regular granulated sugar works well here. Feel free to use raw cane sugar or coconut sugar if you prefer it.

Vegan Butter - For scones, the vegan butter should be very cold and cut into small cubes, similarly to making a vegan pie crust dough, we'll be cutting the butter into the flour to start our dough.

Blueberries - These scones require fresh blueberries, so pick them up at the store when you are ready to bake. Frozen blueberries are perfect in many desserts, but in scones, they will bleed and turn everything purple.

Soy Milk - Some is added into the dough and the rest is brushed on the top of the scones to give them a smooth top. You can use your favorite non-dairy milk instead of soy if you wish.

Vanilla Extract - Use a good quality pure vanilla extract for baking, you'll get the most delicious treats that way!

If you have any questions about Vegan Blueberry Scones, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!

HOW TO MAKE VEGAN BLUEBERRY SCONES

Gather and measure the ingredients to make your blueberry scones. I find it's easiest to bake when I have everything I need in reach. (I also make less of a mess that way!)
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (gluten-free flour, almond meal, xanthan gum, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and sugar) until well combined.
Transfer the flour mixture to the bowl of a food processor and add the cold cubed butter. Blitz until the butter is fully incorporated. You can also do this by hand, using either your fingers or a dough blender tool to press the flour into the butter.
Then transfer the mixture to the bowl of an electric mixer with a dough hook attachment. Pour the vanilla extract into the milk, then slowly add this to the bowl while mixing at a low speed.
Once everything is combined into a sticky dough, add the blueberries and mix again to evenly distribute them through the dough. Then place the bowl of dough into the freezer for 20 minutes. This will make it easier to handle in the next step.
On a generously floured surface, turn out the dough and shape it into a disk with your hands. The circle should be about 8-10 inches across. You don't have to be very precise if you don't want to.
Transfer the disk to a lined baking sheet and slice it into 6 wedges, then spread them apart so that they aren't touching. Place the baking sheet with the scones into the freezer for 10 minutes. While the dough is chilling again, preheat the oven to 390°F/200°C.
Brush the tops of the scones with a small amount of soy milk and bake as directed in the recipe card below. When done they will have risen and be golden brown on top.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions for making Vegan Blueberry Scones, please see the recipe below.

RECIPE TIPS

The freezer is your friend. Scone dough needs to be kept very cold up until you're ready to bake it. The small bits of cold butter in the dough will melt and steam during baking, creating a delicious fluffy texture.

Enjoy them fresh and warm. If at all possible, eat your vegan blueberry scones shortly after they have finished baking. They are amazing slightly warm. If you need to eat them later, be sure to warm them up in the oven, air fryer, or microwave first.

Make scones without a stand mixer. If you don't have a stand mixer you can still make these. Instead of mixing the dry and wet ingredients in a mixer, do it in a large mixing bowl with a sturdy wooden spoon. When it becomes too hard to mix by hand, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead by hand.

Don't Overmix. Mix just until combined to get a light, airy texture.

Use a sharp knife. It will be easiest to get smooth edges on your scones if you cut into them with a sharp chef's knife. Try to avoid slicing into any blueberries if you can avoid it too.

VEGAN SCONE VARIATIONS

You can use this recipe as a base for any flavor of scone you can dream up!

Simply swap out the blueberries for any other fresh berries. Strawberries or raspberries would be divine.

Go a different direction and make these scones extra sweet and decadent by adding chocolate chips. Or try a combination of chocolate chips and dried fruit.

For a bright flavor, add in a small amount of lemon or orange juice as well as the zest from your citrus.

Dress up vegan blueberry scones by drizzling on a simple sugar and vegan milk glaze. Just stir up a cup of powdered sugar with a tablespoon or so of milk until you get the consistency that you like.

This recipe for Almond, Coconut, and Pomegranate Scones sounds amazing!

WHAT TO SERVE WITH VEGAN BLUEBERRY SCONES

A Hot Beverage. Scones go with tea, right? And they are also delicious with coffee or juice. Try a hot Dirty Chai Latte or make it an Iced Chai if you prefer! I love making my own Oat Milk Lattes at home too.

A Full Breakfast. Enjoy these fresh vegan blueberry scones on the side of a Fried Egg Avocado Toast or a hearty plate of Tofu Scramble.

More Vegan Baked Goods. We have so many Vegan Dessert Recipes to choose from! Try making these Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies, a Vegan German Chocolate Cake, or easy Vegan Banana Bread.

For a simple breakfast, enjoy your vegan blueberry scones with a side of plain or vanilla yogurt or spread with jam and vegan cream cheese.

DO SCONES HAVE EGGS IN THEM?

Some scone recipes do include eggs as a binder and to give a lift to the baked good. The main difference between a biscuit and a scone is the addition of eggs. In vegan scones, we aren't using eggs, but we get rise and air into the dough using baking powder.

CAN I USE COCONUT OIL IN PLACE OF VEGAN BUTTER?

I haven't tested this myself, but I have seen recipes that use cold, solid coconut oil as the fat in vegan scones. As long as you keep the coconut oil very cold, and you don't mind the slight coconut flavor, I think it will work! If you try it, please leave a comment and let me know how it turned out.

ARE SCONES SUPPOSED TO BE DRY OR MOIST?

Actually, a good scone falls somewhere in the middle. These Vegan Blueberry scones are tender, but not wet, and fluffy, but not dry.

IS THERE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BRITISH SCONES AND AMERICAN ONES?

There is a difference in scones between Britain and the US. A traditional scone in Britain is a round, plain, biscuit-like thing that might have dried fruit in it and is often split in half and spread with jam or cream.

In America, we do scones a bit differently. American scones are usually a wedge or triangle-shaped and almost always have add-ins, such as berries or chocolate. We make ours a bit sweeter too! Vegan blueberry scones are just sweet enough.

CAN I FREEZE SCONES?

Yes, you can store baked scones in the freezer, well wrapped, for up to 3 months. Allow them to thaw before enjoying.

You can also freeze the scones before they are baked. Make the recipe all the way up to the step where you place the cut scones into the freezer. Instead of taking them out to bake, let the scones freeze solidly on the pan. Then remove them to a freezer bag. When you'd like to bake one or more of them, just transfer them to a baking sheet and bake from frozen.

ARE YOU SURE I CAN'T MAKE SCONES WITH FROZEN BLUEBERRIES?

Ok, you can make these vegan blueberry scones with frozen berries if you must. I just don't recommend it.

Fair warning, using frozen blueberries to make scones will likely make the scones turn purple. Either add the blueberries to the dough straight from the freezer, or allow them to thaw, rinse them, and dry them well before adding.

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Vegan Pumpkin Muffins are a delicious and easy to make treat that makes an amazing breakfast on the go.

Need a delicious dose of greens? Make a Spirulina Smoothie or a beautiful Vegan Matcha Smoothie Bowl!

In a hurry? Just make some Frozen Waffles in the Air Fryer. It's so simple and they come out perfectly crispy every time.

If you liked this vegan blueberry scones recipe, I think you're really going to love my Vegan Coffee Cake. I make this for weekend brunch all the time.

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Vegan Blueberry Scones

The easiest recipe for making Vegan Blueberry scones from scratch! You'll love the pops of fresh blueberries in this simple vanilla and cinnamon scone dough

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Vegan blueberry scones

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1 10

Servings large scones

Calories 296kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Food processor
Stand mixer with dough hook attachment
Large mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Parchment paper or silicone baking mat

Ingredients

2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour plus extra for handling the dough
⅓ cup almond meal or almond flour
1 teaspoon xanthan gum ONLY if your AP flour doesn't have a gum
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup vegan butter cold and cut into cubes
¾ cup fresh blueberries
¾ cup soy milk (or other nondairy milk) plus extra for brushing tops of scones
1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, almond meal, xanthan gum, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and sugar until well combined.
Transfer the flour mixture to the bowl of a food processor and add the cubed butter. Blitz until the butter is fully incorporated. You can also do this by hand, rubbing the butter into the flour mixture between your fingers.
Transfer the mixture to the bowl of an electric stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
Pour the vanilla extract into the milk and gradually add this to the bowl while mixing on low speed.
Once combined into a sticky dough, add the blueberries and mix again to evenly distribute them through the dough.
Put the bowl of dough into the freezer for 20 minutes. While it chills, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a generously floured surface, turn out the dough and shape into a disk with your hands.
Transfer the disk to your lined baking sheet and slice into 6 wedges, then spread them apart.
Preheat the oven to 390F/200C and put the baking sheet back into the freezer for another 10 minutes.
Brush the tops of the scones with a little soy milk and bake for 20-25 minutes or until risen and golden.

Video

https://youtu.be/v5OHoqVgt3s

Notes

Store any leftover scones in an airtight container for up to three days.
For best results, eat them warm and fresh from the oven or reheat them in the oven, air fryer, or microwave.
Be sure to chill the dough both times as instructed in the recipe. This gives the best texture to the scones and will help them to keep their shape.

Nutrition

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Dairy Free Banana Bread

Alysen — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 13:19:01 +0000

This dairy-free banana bread is a delicious twist on the classic. You will not miss dairy in this recipe; it is the perfect blend of moist but not too dense! Our dairy-free banana bread is also gluten-free and vegan!

WHAT MAKES THIS DAIRY FREE BANANA BREAD SO GOOD?

This dairy free banana bread is super SIMPLE! I keep this recipe simple with bananas, gluten-free flour, sweeteners, and leavening agents. Make it even sweeter with vegan chocolate chips or more fruits.
When life gives you brown bananas, make banana bread! It never fails that most weeks, I have browning bananas! This is a great way to use up those bananas!
To - go and freezer friendly. This dairy free banana bread is great for on-the-go breakfast or pop it into the freezer to save for later! If you freeze this, I suggest you slice the bread and wrap each individual slices with parchment paper before putting into a baggy. This will help retain the moisture!

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR DAIRY FREE BANANA BREAD

Brown or yellow bananas? You can use fresh, yellow bananas, but it will not be as good. As a banana ripens, the starchy fruit becomes more sugary. The sweeter the bananas are, the better your bread will be! Bananas can have totally brown peels and still be perfect for banana bread. The bananas will still be yellow but much easier to mash.
Not gluten-free? Swap out the all purpose gluten free flour for regular AP flour. However, chances are your family won't even know this dairy free banana bread is gluten-free...its that good!
Did you know that you can freeze bananas? If you have bananas that are brown and ready to go, but you do not want to make banana bread yet, just remove the peel and freeze them! The freezer will probably make the bananas brown, but that is okay! When you are ready to use, just thaw in the microwave for about 2 minutes.

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Dairy Free Banana Bread

This dairy free banana bread is a dairy-free twist of the classic. You will not miss dairy in this recipe, it is the perfect blend of moist but not too dense! Our dairy free banana bread is also gluten-free and vegan!

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Gluten-free, Vegan

Keyword dairy free banana bread

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings people

Calories 278kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas
¾ cup light brown sugar
⅔ cup avocado oil or vegetable oil
⅓ cup non-dairy milk Your favorite nut milk
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 ¼ cups gluten-free all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease and line a large loaf pan.
Peel the bananas and add them to a large mixing bowl. Mash thoroughly with a fork.
Add all remaining ingredients to the bowl. Mix with an electric hand whisk until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to your lined loaf pam and bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Leave the banana bread in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.

Notes

For bananas, make sure they are fully ripened, almost too ripe. The easier the bananas are to mash with a fork, the better.

For the dairy-free milk, choose your favorite nut milk. I use unsweetened coconut milk.

For the oil, I use avocado oil in most recipes, and you can use it here, too. I have found that canola oil can be overpowering.

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Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake (and dairy free!)

Alysen — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000

This Orange-Cranberry Cake is sweet and flavorful, the perfect treat to please your friends. This orange-cranberry bundt cake recipe is not only gluten-free but also dairy-free!

Gluten-Free Orange Cranberry Cake

Orange-cranberry cake is a flavorful, sweet cake that is simply delicious no matter the time of day. With fresh cranberries, a splash of fresh orange juice, and orange zest, this bundt cake is perfect enough to take center stage at your next gathering!

Using fresh ingredients when possible is key! To elevate the flavor of our cake, we made fresh orange juice from oranges. Look for Tropicana^® Premium Fresh citrus in your local grocery produce section. You've come to know and trust this name to bring you and your family top-quality juices, and now you can enjoy the same sweet taste in Tropicana Premium Fresh citrus and tropicals.

What Makes A Bundt Cake A Bundt Cake?

A bundt cake is simply a regular cake baked into a bundt pan. It is easier to make, and no fancy decorating or frosting is needed. And you still get a beautiful shape!

Juicing oranges is easy. Of course, you can use a juicer, but you don't need one. You can easily juice the oranges by hand. You can gently roll the oranges in your hands to soften them. Cut the orange in half. Place one half in your hand and squeeze over a bowl. Easy peasy!

Wondering how to choose the BEST Fresh Orange?

Helpful Hints:

Look for vibrant colors with a fresh, aromatic scent.
Firm oranges that are heavy for their size will be juicy!
Since we will use the zest, smell the oranges, as the oils and scents are located in the rind.
Taste: if you want sweeter, look for a Florida Tangelo or Tangerine; if you wish sweet with a little tang, look for Navel or Valencia oranges.
Avoid choosing soft and spongy oranges.

We also used zest from our oranges. Have you used zest before in your recipes? It makes a HUGE difference in the flavor! The zest is the top layer of the orange. That top layer of the orange contains the fruit's oils and can bring tremendous flavor to your recipe. To zest your orange, you will need a grater, zester, or other kitchen tool such as a knife. The easiest way is to use a zester.

Ingredients Needed For This Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake Recipe

Whenever I can use fresh cranberries in a recipe... I take full advantage. I love fresh cranberries; they are delicious! They act very similar to blueberries. I've even subbed in fresh cranberries when a recipe calls for dried cranberries. While that is a bit more tricky, it can be done. Typically, the substitution is 1 cup fresh cranberries to ½ cup of dried cranberries.

The other ingredients needed besides the cranberries:

oil
fresh orange juice
eggs
gluten free flour
baking soda
salt
cinnamon
orange zest

How To Make This Gluten Free Orange Cranberry Cake

Mix oil, orange juice, and eggs together. Then fold in sugar. Stir gently until mixed, and let stand for 5 minutes.
Mix in the flour, soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Once the mixture is blended well, add in your fresh cranberries and orange zest.
Pour into a lightly oiled bundt pan and bake for 20 minutes in an oven heated to 370 degrees F.
After 20 minutes has passed, turn over down to 350 degrees F and bake for 40-45 more minutes.
Let cool completely in the bundt pan and serve!

Is There A Difference Between A Bundt Cake And A Regular Cake?

The big difference is in the pan. A bundt cake is really just a regular cake baked in a special pan called a bundt pan.

Most 9-inch layer cake recipes can be baked in a bundt pan.

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Here is a sweet recipe that you can make! Check this out!

Orange-Cranberry Cake

This Orange-Cranberry Cake is sweet, flavorful and the perfect treat to please your friends. And this orange cranberry bundt cake recipe is not only gluten free, but dairy free too!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword orange cranberry cake

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 40

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 276kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Bundt Pan https://amzn.to/4jYzyE9
2 large mixing bowls https://amzn.to/4b1FbNM

Ingredients

1 c oil
½ c fresh orange juice made from Tropicana Premium Fresh Oranges
2 eggs
2 c sugar
3 c all-purpose gluten-free flour
1 t soda
1 t salt
1 T cinnamon
12 oz fresh cranberries
1 T fresh orange zest

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Instructions

Mix oil, orange juice and eggs together. Then fold in sugar into mixture. Stir gently until mixed and let stand for 5 minutes.
Mix in the flour, soda, salt and cinnamon.
Once mixture is blended well, add in your fresh cranberries and orange zest.
Pour into a lightly oiled bundt pan and bake for 20 minutes in an oven heated to 370 degrees F.
After 20 minutes has passed, turn over down to 350 degrees F and bake for 40-45 more minutes.
Let cool completely in the bundt pan and serve!

Notes

Be sure to stick a knife into the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If it comes out with cake on it, you need to bake a little more!

Nutrition

We are already creating and making our menu plan for the BIG game coming up in the new year! We love to host a party and serve appetizers and desserts! This Orange-Cranberry Cake will be a hit!

If you are a breakfast lover like me, you love all kinds of breakfast recipes. I recently found this delicious looking Low Carb Coconut Flour Pancakes over at All Day I Dream About Food. After seeing this recipe, I must give it a try!

Need more gluten-free dessert recipes? Visit the Recipe Index to see all of our recipes, or try one of these: Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cake, Lemon Cranberry Cookies, Sweet Potato Brownies, White Chocolate Chex Mix, or Vegan German Chocolate Cake!

Let's talk! Comment and let me know if you've ever baked with fresh orange juice and zest. What did you make? Do you serve sweet treats on game days? I love to balance out savory and sweet!

Thank you to Tropicana Premium Fresh for sponsoring our post! The opinions in this post are our own.

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Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole

Alysen — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:24:57 +0000

Lazy weekend mornings are meant for delicious brunches. Try a delicious caramel apple French toast casserole this weekend!

Show your family how much you care by making this delicious gluten-free caramel apple French toast casserole. It is perfect for any time of the day.

Whether you are brunching, having a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee, or having a late night dessert after the kids go to bed, this recipe will make your taste buds dance with joy!

Our favorite time to have this recipe is on Christmas morning! We make a few casseroles and a batch of gluten free biscuits to set the stage for Christmas morning! Can't go wrong with these comfort foods!

What Do I Need To Make This French Toast Bake?

Gluten-free Bread
Honey Crisp apples
Eggs
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Milk
Gluten-Free All Purpose Flour
Brown Sugar
Cinnamon
Butter
Caramel Topping

What Kind Of Apples Is Best For This French Toast Casserole?

This delightful recipe starts with juicy fresh apples. We chose the Honey Crisp variety for our recipe. You'll find many varieties of fresh produce at your local grocery, including

Braeburn
Cameo
Cripps
Pink
Fuji
Gala
Golden Delicious
Red Delicious
Granny Smith
and Honey Crisp apples.

Tips for Baking With Apples

Choose flavorful apples that are firm and free of bruises or blemishes.
Refrigerate your apples to make them last longer.
Apples tend to absorb flavors from other foods, so be sure to keep them away from onions and garlic.
Always wash your apples before consuming them.
I don't peel apples for this recipe, but you can if you'd like to.

How Do I Make This French Toast Casserole Gluten Free?

As with all our recipes, this one is gluten-free. We used 8 cups of diced gluten-free bread.

To dry out the bread a bit, we crisped the cubes by baking them in the oven for 12 minutes at 350 degrees F.

This toasting step will give your casserole a more crunchy texture. If you do not like crunch, you can skip this step.

Once the bread cubes are ready, toss them with the diced fresh apples and place the mixture into an oiled 9x13 inch pan.

How To Make Apple French Toast Casserole

Next up is the egg mixture. Here I mixed 8 eggs with milk and some spices (cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice). The scent of this mixture was amazing! I love adding spices to my recipes to uplift the flavor.

Pour the egg mixture over the top of the crisped bread crumbs and diced apples! You are almost ready to bake the casserole, but first, we need to make the topping!

Again, simple ingredients come together for a powerful flavor! We used butter, gluten-free flour, brown sugar, and more sweet spices to make a delicious apple crisp style topping!

Gently, distribute the crumble on top of the casserole. Now your apple casserole is ready to bake!

Place your casserole in the oven and get ready to inhale those delicious smells that will be coming from the oven!

Casserole is done! Now it is time for the caramel. I heated my jarred caramel up so it would drizzle better. Once I heated the caramel, I drizzled it over the top of my casserole! The result is so delicious and gooey!

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Let's get more specific with the full recipe! Check out exactly how to make this easy Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole!

Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole

Lazy weekend mornings are meant for delicious brunches. Try a delicious caramel apple French toast casserole this weekend!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword French Toast Casserole .

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 15

Servings servings

Calories 696kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

9x13 baking dish

Ingredients

8 cups gluten-free bread cubed
2 cups Honey Crisp Apples diced (peels on but deseeded)
8 eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 cups milk
½ cup gluten-free all purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 stick (½ cup) butter
8 ounces caramel sauce

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175°C). Bake gluten-free bread cubes for 12 minutes. Place your bread cubes into an oiled 9x13 inch baking dish.
Dice apples but keep peels on. Be sure to deseed. Mix apples with bread cubes in the pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 8 eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and milk. Whisk until smooth and pour over bread crumbs and apple mixture.
With a fork combine flour, sugar, cinnamon and butter to create a crumble style topping. Then spread the topping over the casserole.
Bake the casserole for 55 minutes.
Remove from oven. Serve warm, topped with caramel sauce.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. This dish reheats nicely.
Any kind of apples can be used in this recipe.

Nutrition

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Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Alysen — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Enjoy a hearty pumpkin-spiced breakfast, cooked in under 10 minutes, using this easy recipe for Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal. We're adding real pumpkin, warm spices, and brown sugar to traditional rolled oats to make this pumpkin oatmeal perfect for cool fall mornings.

Oatmeal is such a healthy and filling way to start the day, and it's ideal if it's delicious too! Try my Bananas and Cream Oatmeal recipe next. Peanut butter oatmeal also sounds delicious.

Why This Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Recipe is So Good

This Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Recipe is SUPER customizable. You can add anything you want, and it will still be amazing. Need a high-protein breakfast? Add protein powder. Want extra antioxidants? Toss in some blueberries. Want to treat yourself? Top your oatmeal with some pumpkin whipped cream.
Making oatmeal on the stove only takes a few minutes, so breakfast is ready fast!
Not really a morning person? Make pumpkin oatmeal the night before, store it in the fridge, and just warm it up with a splash of milk in the morning. Easy!

Tips and Tricks for Making the Best Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

As written, this recipe serves two people. Feel free to split the recipe in half to serve one, or double it to feed more.
Old-fashioned rolled oats are the best choice for this recipe. Instant or quick oats tend to get mushy when cooked this way.
Check to be sure that your oatmeal is gluten-free certified, or better yet, use purity protocol oats.
Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar, or replace the brown sugar with maple syrup, granulated sugar, coconut sugar, or a sugar-free sweetener.
Use pure pumpkin puree that only contains pumpkin. Don’t use pumpkin pie filling which already contains sugar and spices.
Jazz up your oatmeal toppings however you like! Try other types of seeds, nuts, raisins, dried cranberries, or a drizzle of pumpkin syrup.
For an extra boost of wellness in the morning, have some elderberry syrup in your tea, or make easy turmeric shots.

Other Toppings for Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Walnuts, almonds, roasted hazelnuts, or pecans.
Blueberries, sliced bananas, pomegranate seeds, or any fruit you like.
Apple Slices, diced apples, apple butter, apple compote, or homemade applesauce.

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Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Enjoy a hearty pumpkin-spiced breakfast, cooked in under 10 minutes, using this easy recipe for Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Gluten-free

Keyword pumpkin spice oatmeal

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 10

Total Time 12

Servings Servings

Calories 416kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

medium saucepan

Ingredients

¾ cup water
1 cup milk or unsweetened almond milk, plus extra for serving
⅓ cup pure pumpkin puree
¼ cup brown sugar plus extra for serving
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice plus extra for serving
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup gluten-free old fashioned oats uncooked
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons pepitas for serving

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, whisk together water, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Bring to a boil.
Add the oats. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 6-8 minutes, until thickened to your liking. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Divide the pumpkin spice oatmeal between two bowls. Top each with pepitas, additional milk, brown sugar, and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice before serving.

Video

https://youtu.be/W1GpAMhSfiM

Notes

As written, this recipe serves two people. Feel free to split the recipe in half to serve one, or double it to feed more.
Old-fashioned rolled oats are the best choice for this recipe. Instant or quick oats tend to get mushy when cooked this way.
Check to be sure that your oatmeal is gluten-free certified, or purity protocol.
Use pure pumpkin puree that only contains pumpkin. Don’t use pumpkin pie filling which already contains sugar and spices.
Any type of dairy or non-dairy milk can be used in this recipe.
Brown sugar gives this pumpkin spice oatmeal a nice amount of sweetness, but you can feel free to adjust it to meet your tastes.
Make sure to add the vanilla extract at the end, after the oats have cooked. This will keep the vanilla flavor strong and delicious.
Jazz up your oatmeal toppings however you like! Try other types of seeds, nuts, raisins, dried cranberries, or a drizzle of pumpkin syrup.

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Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Perfect Every Time + No Soaking)

Alysen — Mon, 09 May 2022 16:04:21 +0000

Crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes are ready in less than 20 minutes. Breakfast potatoes in the air fryer are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They are the perfect addition to your breakfast routine!

WHAT MAKES THESE CRISPY AIR FRYER BREAKFAST POTATOES SO GOOD?

These air fryer breakfast potatoes are restaurant quality, but use a fraction of the oil because they are made in the air fryer!
Breakfast potatoes air fryer are incredibly crispy on the outside, but tender on the inside. It's truly the perfect combination of both textures!
You can add your own spices or seasonings to these air fryer breakfast potatoes! But maybe you want to add the flavor in the form of a dipping sauce! We love adding our Vegan BBQ Sauce to these potatoes! It is never too early for BBQ sauce!

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR CRISPY AIR FRYER BREAKFAST POTATOES

I enjoy the seasonings of this recipe, but many different types of seasoning can be used to change things up. Try Italian seasoning, ranch seasoning, or any other blend that you like.
LOVE heat? Add some hot sauce, red pepper flakes, or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the potatoes!
Top with some Alabama white sauce! You'll thank me later! So yummy!
Shake Shake Shake! Be sure to stop the air fryer and shake or stir the potatoes a couple of times while cooking. This helps to prevent sticking!
Make ahead? You can peel and cube the potatoes ahead of time, just store them in water. BUT do not season the potatoes until you are ready to cook. If you add salt, it can draw out moisture. If you like to make items ahead, you can pair them with Egg Muffin Cups.

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Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes (Perfect Every Time + No Soaking)

Crispy air fryer breakfast potatoes are ready in less thank 20 minutes. Breakfast potatoes in the air fryer are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They are the perfect addition to breakfast routine!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer breakfast potatoes

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings serving

Calories 33kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

4 cups potatoes peeled, cubed, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tbsp oil
¾ tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp crushed red pepper optional
salt and pepper optional

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Instructions

Peel potatoes, dice into 1 inch cubes and place in a bowl. Drizzle oil over top of the potato cubes and add spices. Stir to combine.
Add spiced potatoes into the air fryer basket or air fryer tray. Air Fry for 400F/204C for 15 minutes. Be sure to shake the basket or stir the potatoes 2 times while cooking to help them to cook more evenly.
Remove potatoes from the air fryer, season with salt and pepper if you wish and enjoy!

Notes

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR AIR FRYER BREAKFAST POTATOES

I enjoy the seasonings of this recipe, but many different types of seasoning can be used to change things up. Try Italian seasoning, ranch seasoning, or any other blend that you like.
LOVE heat? Add some hot sauce to the potatoes, red pepper flakes or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper!
Shake Shake Shake! Be sure to stop the air fryer and shake or stir the potatoes a couple of times while cooking. This helps to prevent sticking!
Make ahead? You can peel and cube the potatoes ahead of time, just store in water. BUT do not season the potatoes until you are ready to cook. If you add salt it can draw out moisture.

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Blueberry Toast

Alysen — Thu, 05 May 2022 11:52:52 +0000

Blueberry Toast is a simple breakfast idea that is bursting with flavor. It combines simple ingredients that quickly come together to give you a delicious start to your day!

What Makes This Blueberry Toast SO Good

This recipe is quick and easy. There is literally no prep for this recipe and the cook time is not much! So consider this recipe for super busy mornings, it can be a fun treat for the entire family.
Blueberry Toast is totally versatile. You can add any toppings you would like in addition to the blueberries. Blackberries, raspberries and strawberries are great additions.
Prep once, eat all week. Make extra blueberry sauce and keep it in a container in the fridge. Then each morning, you can enjoy this delicious breakfast.
Stand alone or pair with yogurt. I love that this blueberry toast can stand alone but it is also delicious when paired with this Amaranth Blackberry Yogurt Parfait recipe!

Tips and Tricks for Blueberry Toast

If preferred, you can also use fresh blueberries and simply add them to the toast fresh without heating them up.
Toasting the bread first gives it time to cool whilst you heat up/cool the blueberries. Adding your toppings to the slightly cooled toast will prevent it from becoming soggy.
Vegan and Dairy Free Options - Use Vegan or Dairy-Free yogurt, we used coconut in this recipe. Also OMIT the honey to make vegan. Be sure to check the label of the bread, oftentimes bread is made with egg, which you would avoid if vegan.
Elevate the flavor by adding in some fresh Thyme or Rosemary on top of the blueberry mixture.

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Blueberry Toast

Blueberry Toast is a simple breakfast idea that is bursting with flavor. It combines simple ingredients that quickly come together to give you a delicious start to your day!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American, Vegetarian

Keyword blueberry toast

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings serving

Calories 352kcal

Author Alysen

Ingredients

4 slices bread any type will do, we prefer sourdough
1 ¼ cups blueberries frozen
⅔ cup coconut yogurt or any type of yogurt
3 tablespoon honey omit if vegan

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Instructions

Gather your ingredients. Toast the slices of bread either in the toaster or on the grill.
Heat the blueberries in the microwave on full power for 1 ½ minutes, until soft with lots of juice. Then let them cool for about 5 minutes.
Spread a thick layer of yogurt over each slice of toast.
Spoon the warm blueberries on top of the yogurt layer.
Drizzle over the honey and serve.

Notes

If preferred, you can also use fresh blueberries and simply add them to the toast fresh without heating them up.
Toasting the bread first gives it time to cool whilst you heat up/cool the blueberries. Adding your toppings to the slightly cooled toast will prevent it from becoming soggy.
Vegan and Dairy Free Options - Use Vegan or Dairy-Free yogurt, we used coconut in this recipe. Also OMIT the honey to make vegan. Be sure to check the label of the bread, oftentimes bread is made with egg, which you would avoid if vegan.
Elevate the flavor by adding in some fresh Thyme or Rosemary on top of the blueberry mixture.

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Frozen French Toast Sticks in Air Fryer

Alysen — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 16:09:49 +0000

Breakfast time is going to get a whole lot easier when you starting making Frozen French Toast Sticks in Air Fryer! Let your air fryer do the work, while you sip your morning coffee!

Why You Will LOVE These FROZEN French Toast Sticks in Air Fryer

If you are wanting a family friendly breakfast, but are short on time, these Frozen French Toast Sticks will come in handy! They cook up quickly in the air fryer! There will be no complaints from your kids!
Less oil! Making french toast sticks in the air fryer uses way less oil then traditional pain and deep fryer methods!
Less mess! Using your air fryer to cook contains the mess to one small area! Most air fryer baskets are dishwasher safe, so separate the baskets and wash them up!

Tips and Trips for Making Frozen French Toast Sticks In Air Fryer

Need gluten-free frozen french toast sticks? Check out Van's brand.
Flipping the sticks mid way through the cooking process helps to get it nice and crispy on each side!
Want cooking to go quicker? Preheat the air fryer to 400F for 5 minutes before cooking. Then be sure to adjust the cook time DOWN from what is listed below in the recipe card.
Serve with a dipping sauce! Consider making some maple butter: Mix 1 part maple syrup with 1 part melted butter. Serve them with some warm raspberry or strawberry jam. Briefly microwave the jam to make it easy to dip into. Yum!

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Frozen French Toast Sticks in Air Fryer

Breakfast time is going to get a whole lot easier when you starting making Frozen French Toast Sticks in Air Fryer! Let your air fryer do the work, while you sip your morning coffee!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Frozen French Toast Sticks in Air Fryer

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6

Servings serving

Calories 1kcal

Author Alysen

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 package Frozen French Toast Sticks

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Instructions

Remove the frozen french toast sticks from their outer packaging.Place the frozen french toast sticks in a singer layer in your air fryer basket.
Work in batches if need be.Air fry at 400F for 5-6 minutes, flipping the french toast sticks over halfway through, until lightly golden and heated through.
Serve immediately with maple syrup and berries.

Notes

Need gluten-free frozen french toast sticks? Check our Van's brand.
Flipping the sticks mid way through the cooking process helps to get it nice and crispy on each side!
Want cooking to go quicker? Preheat the air fryer to 400F for 5 minutes before cooking. Then be sure to adjust the cook time DOWN from what is listed below in the recipe card.
Serve with a dipping sauce! Consider making some maple butter: Mix 1 part maple syrup with 1 part melted butter. Serve them with some warm raspberry or strawberry jam. Briefly microwave the jam to make it easy to dip into. Yum!

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